"Sleepy Santa Monica needed Cobi’s. The interior and patio are alive with floral everything, from lamps to dishware, and the speakers pump out infectious reggae and soul. But you're not just coming here to sit in a colorful room that always seems to be in a good mood. The menu here is full of bold spins on Indonesian curries, juicy pork dumplings, and a kanpachi crudo with coconut milk and finger line so good it'll haunt you for a week. Head to Cobi’s for date nights, group dinners, or fun weekend brunches that don’t require a reservation." - brant cox, sylvio martins, arden shore, cathy park