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Bodega Wine Bar

814 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401 · Wine bar, Bar, Breakfast restaurant · 4.5/5 Google (794 reviews)

Reservations · Delivery · Takeout

Lively wine bar and daytime coffee-work spot with good pizzas, solid small plates, and upbeat vibes, though service tone and noise vary and occasional cleanliness and policy issues appear.

Restaurant Summary

By day, this downtown spot hums with laptops and cappuccinos; by night it shifts to a wine-forward hangout with pizza and small plates, a scene that feels warm and bustling. A guest summed it up: "Perfect for a glass and a slice, with staff who make it easy to linger." Expect a lively room, occasional waits, and good energy that can drift loud when the bar gets going. In the kitchen they lean comfort-first: crisp pies like the Chili Bear win frequent praise, while bacon-wrapped dates and roasted Brussels make easy shareables. The approach is elevated but familiar rather than showy, with vegan and gluten-free options in the mix. Value feels fair for the area, and midweek wine specials help the tab. Service reads friendly most days, though tone and policy enforcement can vary. Families will do fine here earlier in the day or early evening. Kids can stick with Margherita pizza, pepperoni, hummus, and fries-style potatoes; desserts like chocolate cake seal the deal. Later hours bring higher volume and bar vibes, so plan timing if you want a quieter meal.

At a Glance

What Sets It Apart

What People Love

Points of Concern

Service & Dining Experience

Service StyleHybrid Average Cost$30-44 per person ReservationsRecommended

What to Order

Perfect For

Location Insights

Area: Busy coastal downtown near Third Street Promenade; youthful, social, remote workers by day, bar crowd by night.

Safety: Generally safe with heavy foot traffic; occasional urban challenges typical of busy coastal districts.

Nearby: Steps from shops, offices, and nightlife; beach about a 15-minute walk; mix of tourists and locals.

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Monday07:00–22:00 Tuesday07:00–22:00 Wednesday07:00–22:00 Thursday07:00–22:00 Friday07:00–23:00 Saturday07:00–23:00 Sunday07:00–22:00

Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout

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