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Cobi's

2104 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405 · Southeast Asian restaurant, Indonesian restaurant, Thai restaurant · 4.5/5 Google (725 reviews)

Reservations · Delivery · Takeout · Outdoor seating

Vibrant Southeast Asian fusion with standout curries and short rib in a whimsical garden setting, but service pacing and portion consistency can frustrate; best when you lean into shared plates and secure a reservation.

Restaurant Summary

Cobi's charms with a pink storefront and a room that feels like a secret garden. Inside, florals and mismatched antiques set a buzzy scene for date nights and birthdays. Guests rave that plates arrive with "bold, layered flavors," while some note that pacing can wobble—water delays here, rapid-fire starters there—so expect a lively, not fussy night out. The cooking leans modern Southeast Asian with Indonesian, Thai, and Indian threads rather than strict regional purism—think butter chicken with finesse, curry puffs that crackle, and a tangy short rib with chili crunch. It is creative, shareable cooking that rewards the set menu for value and range, though a few staples like nasi goreng divide opinion. If you like bright heat, fish sauce twang, and herb-lime electricity, you are in the right place. Families can make it work: roti, jasmine rice, fried chicken, and milder curries give kids friendly on-ramps, but the menu trends spicy and punchy. There is no explicit kids menu, so lean on sides and gentler items, and ask servers to guide spice levels for picky eaters.

At a Glance

What Sets It Apart

What People Love

Points of Concern

Service & Dining Experience

Service StyleTable Service Average Cost$48-66 per person ReservationsRecommended

What to Order

Perfect For

Location Insights

Area: Lively beach-adjacent Main Street corridor with boutiques, bars, and casual-fine spots; draws locals and visitors.

Safety: Generally safe, well-trafficked, well-lit in evenings; standard urban awareness near nightlife.

Nearby: Close to beach, independent shops, weekend crowds, and date-night destinations; parking mostly street or pay lots.

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Monday17:00–22:00 Tuesday17:00–22:00 Wednesday17:00–22:00 Thursday17:00–23:00 Friday17:00–23:00 Saturday10:30–14:30, 17:00–23:00 Sunday10:30–14:30, 17:00–22:00

Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor seating

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