Manchego

Name: Manchego
Address: 2518 Main St, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90405
Telephone: (310) 450-3900
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1128 Reviews

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for happy hour
Charming

Manchego also offers walk-ins!

Manchego is a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Santa Monica that focuses on delicious small plates and a cozy atmosphere. We recently relocated a few doors down, to a larger space with a romantic patio in the back.

Manchego has always been one of the best kept secrets in Santa Monica, and now locals can enjoy our bigger, more accommodating space that offers outside dining on our beautiful patio. Always a great spot for romantic dates or meeting up with friends and family.

We also added a specially curated Spanish wine list that offers mainly small-production, unique wines. Our Spanish wine distributor spends his time traveling the Spanish countryside, sourcing hard to find wines from small, mom-and-pop wineries. The wine list also includes a few South American selections and a great local, organic wine.

Follow us on instagram at instagram.com/manchegorestaurant

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(310) 450-3900
Website
http://manchegosm.com/
Payment Options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
2518 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Neighbourhood
Santa Monica
Cross Street
Ocean Park Blvd
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Popular dishes

Marinated Olives
Deviled Eggs
Tortilla Española (Spanish Omelet)
Goat Cheese and Fig Tostado
Spinach Croquetas
Mushroom Croquetas
Patatas Bravas, Garlic Aioli
Shishito Peppers, Maldon Salt
Manchego Mac and Cheese, Truffle Oil
Gambas Al Ajillo, Spicy Garlic Shrimp
Grilled Octopus
Jamón Wrapped Dates, Spanish Goat Cheese
Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Mushroom, Vinagre De Jerez
Membrillo Glazed Pork Belly, Marcona Almonds
Catalan Chicken, Chablis Soaked Raisins, Almonds
Albondigas, Lamb Meatballs
Hanger Steak, Horseradish Aioli
Braised Short Ribs, Crispy Polenta

Ensaladas

Romaine Salad, Cherry Tomatoes, Anchoa Olives, Young Manchego
Beet and Burrata Salad, Pistachio Dust, Fresh Herbs

Dulce

Churros De La Casa, Spanish Cola Cao
Flan De Yeye

What 1,128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Manchego offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent tapas," "fantastic service," and a "lovely atmosphere." The restaurant is praised for its "great happy hour," delicious small plates, and attentive staff. While some find the noise level high, the patio is a popular spot for a wonderful evening enjoying "amazing sangria" and Spanish wines.

1,128 Reviews

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Dawn
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Happy Hour is perfect for an early Book Club gathering. We loved all the selections. And amazing Sangria
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Cindy
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved the patio and all the delicious tapas. Wonderful evening.
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tory
New Hampshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was so kind and helpful with the menu! We were running late and they were understanding and kind
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Ken
Los Angeles
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was good. The paella is just ok, it was mostly rice. Good flavor but light on seafood and meats. Also not crispy bottom. All appetizers we had were very good. Service was exceptional. Music a bit loud to have conversations at table.
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Irene
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and ambiance. The staff was aksi very nice.
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Sumi
VIP
Greater Boston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love manchego! Great tapas, wine, and staff.
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Katrina
VIP
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite restaurant in the west side. Great service and great consistent food for the last 5 years I’ve been coming here.
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larry
Los Angeles
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a fun lively dinner sharing so many tasty dishes. Service and wait staff were so helpful and delightful. I will be back
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Allen
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Paella in LA, CA. This place is my place, it's absolutely perfect.
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Andrika
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful staff, delicious fare. While they were out of a few items, they offered suggestions for alternatives that were better than expected.
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FAQs

Manchego is rated 4.8 stars by 1128 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

2518 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Additional information

Cross Street
Ocean Park Blvd
Neighbourhood
Santa Monica
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://manchegosm.com/
Phone number
(310) 450-3900

Manchego

Make a reservation

Additional information

Manchego

Manchego Mac and Cheese Truffle Oil

Goat Cheese and Fig Tostado

Charcuterie & Cheese

Manchego

Cabra Romero

Idiazabal

Jamon Serrano

Chorizo Soria

Lomo Embuchado

Jamón Ibérico

Tapas

Marinated Olives

Deviled Eggs

Tortilla Española (Spanish Omelet)

Goat Cheese and Fig Tostado

Spinach Croquetas

Mushroom Croquetas

Patatas Bravas, Garlic Aioli

Shishito Peppers, Maldon Salt

Manchego Mac and Cheese, Truffle Oil

Gambas Al Ajillo, Spicy Garlic Shrimp

Grilled Octopus

Jamón Wrapped Dates, Spanish Goat Cheese

Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Mushroom, Vinagre De Jerez

Membrillo Glazed Pork Belly, Marcona Almonds

Catalan Chicken, Chablis Soaked Raisins, Almonds

Albondigas, Lamb Meatballs

Hanger Steak, Horseradish Aioli

Braised Short Ribs, Crispy Polenta

Ensaladas

Romaine Salad, Cherry Tomatoes, Anchoa Olives, Young Manchego

Beet and Burrata Salad, Pistachio Dust, Fresh Herbs

Dulce

Churros De La Casa, Spanish Cola Cao

Flan De Yeye

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