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Seafood · Los Angeles · Santa Monica

Back on the Beach Cafe

Google 4.5 (1590) Yelp 3.7 (782) $$ 71.57 FoodIndex

The quintessential SoCal cafe where you can eat fresh seafood right on the sand. Read more

Back on the Beach Cafe
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Located at 445 CA-1 in Santa Monica, Back on the Beach Cafe is the quintessential SoCal cafe where you can eat fresh seafood right on the sand, earning it a place among Santa Monica's top destinations for authentic toes in sand seafood. Set in the heart of Santa Monica, it has become a favorite for anyone hunting the best seafood in Santa Monica and beyond. Those hunting the best seafood in Santa Monica will find the menu compelling, with highlights including Lobster Roll, Grilled Salmon, Fish and Chips, and Shrimp Scampi. See how it stacks up on Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats and check the FoodIndex score on this page alongside the full menu.

Known for: The quintessential SoCal cafe where you can eat fresh seafood right on the sand.

Back on the Beach Cafe Reviews

Curious how diners rate Back on the Beach Cafe? This page pulls public review signals from Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats so you can compare platforms in one place. Scores below reflect diner feedback for this seafood spot in Santa Monica, Los Angeles.

On Google 4.5 from 1500+ reviews, Yelp 3.7 from 780+ reviews, and Uber Eats 0.0. FoodIndex combines those multi-platform signals into a single FoodIndex Score of 71.57 for Back on the Beach Cafe. The score rewards consistent quality across platforms, not paid placement.

Amenities & attributes

  • Onsite services available
  • High chairs available
  • Secure your spot
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Private dining room
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Brunch
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Restroom
  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Location & hours

445 CA-1, Santa Monica, Los Angeles

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FAQs

What is Back on the Beach Cafe's FoodIndex Score?
Back on the Beach Cafe currently scores 71.57 on FoodIndex, based on Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats rating signals.
Where is Back on the Beach Cafe?
Back on the Beach Cafe is at 445 CA-1, Santa Monica, Los Angeles.
Does Back on the Beach Cafe have a menu on FoodIndex?
Yes. See the Back on the Beach Cafe Menu section on this page for dishes, prices, and photos when available.
Where do Back on the Beach Cafe reviews come from?
FoodIndex shows Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats rating signals for Back on the Beach Cafe when data is available, then combines them into the FoodIndex Score. See the Reviews section on this page for platform ratings and review volume.