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Eat & Drink
Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Dine alongside sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean at Calabra, an indoor-outdoor rooftop bistro and beach-inspired lounge in Santa Monica. Enjoy ocean views paired with biodynamic wines, natural wines, signature cocktails, and a menu featuring Mediterranean-Californian cuisine crafted with seasonal produce, sustainable seafood, thoughtfully sourced non-GMO proteins, and a completely seed oil-free dining approach.
For a different ambiance, linger in the art-filled lobby lounge, Palma, a captivating setting for all-day dining, light bites, seasonal plates, cold-pressed juices, small-batch mezcals, tequilas, and wines by the glass. From rooftop dining to relaxed lounge service, Santa Monica Proper offers wellness-focused dining rooted in thoughtful sourcing and vibrant seasonal ingredients.
Calabra Rooftop
The elevated outdoor rooftop restaurant and bar serves fresh and vibrant Mediterranean-Californian cuisine in an inspiring setting with the Pacific Ocean as its backdrop. The menu highlights fresh produce, sustainable seafood, thoughtfully sourced proteins, biodynamic wines, natural wines, seasonal cocktails, and small-batch spirits.
As part of Proper’s seed oil-free culinary standard, Calabra’s kitchen cooks with clean, stable fats, including extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, and Zero Acre oil. Whether from the sundeck or the circular bar, Calabra offers one of Santa Monica’s most scenic rooftop dining experiences for guests seeking coastal flavors, ocean views, and wellness-focused cuisine.
Palma
Ben Medansky’s elegant mural is not the only artistry behind the bar at our Santa Monica hotel. From morning until late, the lobby lounge serves a casual yet refined menu of eclectic snacks, seasonal small plates, superfoods, cold-pressed juices, and wellness-conscious bites to accompany crafted cocktails, an impressive collection of tequilas and mezcals, small-batch spirits, and natural wines.
Set within a light-filled, art-filled lounge, Palma is ideal for coffee, small bites, afternoon tea, cocktails, or relaxed all-day dining in Santa Monica. The menu reflects Proper’s broader nourishment philosophy, with seasonal ingredients, thoughtful sourcing, and seed oil-free cooking across the kitchen.
FAQ
What dining venues are available at Santa Monica Proper?
What type of cuisine is served at the rooftop Calabra restaurant?
Calabra features fresh, refined Mediterranean-Californian fare, with seasonal small plates, boutique wines, and handcrafted cocktails-all set against a scenic ocean backdrop.
What is the atmosphere like at Palma lounge?
Palma is a light-filled, art-filled space with cozy niches and a sculptural bar, ideal for coffee, small bites, afternoon tea, or quiet conversations. Casual yet refined.
Is in‑room dining available and what are the hours?
Yes-in-room dining is offered daily: Sunday–Wednesday from 6:30 am–11 pm, and Thursday–Saturday until midnight. Orders are placed via the front desk.
Can I order food or drinks at the pool?
Yes-poolside service is available, allowing guests to enjoy gourmet bites and cocktails while relaxing by the rooftop pool.
Are seasonal or holiday menus available?
How can I make a dining reservation at Santa Monica Proper?
Does Santa Monica Proper offer wellness-focused dining?
Yes. Santa Monica Proper’s dining experience highlights seasonal ingredients, thoughtful sourcing, sustainable seafood, seed oil-free cooking, biodynamic wines, natural wines, and clean, stable fats. Guests can enjoy wellness-focused dining at both Calabra rooftop restaurant and Palma lounge.
Is Santa Monica Proper seed oil-free?
Yes. Proper Hotels has eliminated seed oils across its kitchens at Proper and By Proper flagship brands. Santa Monica Proper’s culinary team cooks with clean, stable fats, including extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, and Zero Acre oil for high-heat applications.
What ingredients are used in Proper’s wellness-focused dining approach?
Proper’s culinary philosophy is rooted in ingredient integrity and thoughtful sourcing. Menus may highlight local produce, sustainable seafood, grass-fed meats, free-range poultry, regenerative grains, fermented foods, dairy alternatives, cold-pressed juices, and naturally colorful ingredients without artificial dyes.
Are non-GMO proteins available?
Santa Monica Proper focuses on thoughtfully sourced proteins, including sustainable seafood, grass-fed meats, and free-range poultry. Guests with specific dietary preferences are encouraged to speak with the dining team for the most current menu details.
