Bistro of Santa Monica is a neighborhood Italian joint, with a comfortable feel.

I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from Bistro of Santa Monica. From the outside, it looks a bit formal. On the inside though, there is a bit more of a casual feel.

It’s easy to go to an Italian restaurant and find old favorites. Simple pastas and meats, with basic sauces and fillings. At BoSM (the waiter likes it when you call it “bosom”. But not really) the menu is refreshingly unique.

Take the filled pastas. There is the Messina: home made ravioli, filled with fresh spinach and ricotta in walnut cream sauce. Or the all Iden: Homemade chicken ravioli, fresh tomato, and light cream. The gnocchi bolagnese includes less traditional ground turkey.

It’s all good stuff, and flavors that you will remember afterward.

Prices are very reasonable too with the home made pastas in the $13-15 range. The meats and seafood are priced higher, for good reason, and the wine list sports a range selections to accompany your meal.

Bistro of Santa Monica
2301 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica
(310) 453-5442‎