Penthouse Los Angeles

Penthouse sits at 1111 2nd St in Santa Monica. It is a twenty-minute walk from Rodeo Drive and a twenty-five-minute walk from Beverly Gardens Park.

The menu leans into modern international cooking, but the room’s main argument is its proximity to the coast, which separates it from the heavier, more enclosed dining rooms found near the Griffith Observatory. While most places in this part of town prioritize the street-level hustle, this venue uses its height to escape the noise. It is dressier than the casual joints lining the surrounding blocks, making it the right choice if you prefer a view over the sidewalk grit.