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Ocean View Santa Monica: The Best Drinks with a View

Posted September 30, 2015

Looking for the ultimate way to unwind after a busy day of exploring Santa Monica’s sights and sounds? Explore ocean view Santa Monica restaurants here. The cocktails just taste better with the ocean in sight at these scenic Santa Monica restaurants with a view.

ONYX Rooftop Bar

Perched seven floors up, on the penthouse level of The Beacon Hotel, ONYX is the city’s only indoor-outdoor hotel rooftop bar serving signature cocktails such as the Berry Apropos, made with seasonal berries and Champagne.

Ocean view from ONYX rooftop bar

Del Frisco’s Grill

This classic American bar and grill overlooks another classic location: the Santa Monica Pier. The bar at Del Frisco’s Grille is a hot spot for well-crafted cocktails like the “Adult Milkshake” with Nocello walnut liqueur and creme de cacao.

Interior of Del Frisco's Grill

The Bungalow

With the feel of a swanky surfer shack, this convivial den at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is tricked out with Ping-Pong and billiards tables and a fire pit. From a stool at The Bungalow’s outdoor bar, sip top-shelf house margaritas and gaze at the rolling tide in the distance.

Table at The Bungalow

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