Best Brewery & Beer Garden Republic Restaurants in Santa Monica
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Emmy Squared Pizza
West Coast debut of acclaimed NYC Detroit-style pizza with award-winning burgers
Notable Picks
8.4
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Detroit-style pizza specialists with crispy frico crust and creative toppings, housed inside Santa Monica Brew Works. The NYC-bred concept brings square pies with signature sauce stripes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nashville Hot Chicken Pizza, Le Big Matt Burger, Caesar Salad
What Makes it Special: West Coast debut of acclaimed NYC Detroit-style pizza with award-winning burgers
#2
Rock 'N Pies
8.4
No-frills classic rock meets artisanal pizza at this late-night staple where wood-fired quality meets dive bar vibes. Six perfectly executed pizzas on the menu prove that sometimes less is more, especially when paired with craft beers and rock anthems.
Must-Try Dishes:
Appetite for Destruction Pizza, Margherita with Garlic Knots, Wood-Fired Wings
What Makes it Special: Rock 'n roll soundtrack meets serious wood-fired pizza technique
Worthy Picks
7.8
This casual Texas-born chain brings Gulf Coast vibes to Santa Monica with butter-drenched Connecticut rolls and refreshing Maine-style options. Known for generous lobster portions and ice-cold draft beers, it's a reliable spot for East Coast seafood classics done right.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Stuff Maine Roll, Lobster Bisque, Lobster Mac & Cheese
What Makes it Special: Texas-style portions of New England seafood favorites