17th Street Cafe

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1610 Montana Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90403

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(310) 453-2771
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17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
17th Street Cafe - Santa Monica, CA
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Very cool, casual place. The food is flavorful and the ingredients are fresh. Their cheeseless grilled veggie and herb whole wheat pizza was so awesome. The vine list is very g...

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It was average food and I was hoping and expecting a lot more. I went with a few friends for breakfast mid-week. It wasn't crowded and we got a table right away. It looked cute...

RUDE SERVICE 10/9/2007

I will never go to this place again. The waitress was so rude is was embarrassing. Then she vanished and we had to go up to the register to ask for our bill. The salad was o.k., but not worth the worst service you can imagine. Pros: NOTHING Cons: SERVICE more
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RUDE SERVICE 10/9/2007

I will never go to this place again. The waitress was so rude is was embarrassing. Then she vanished and we had to go up to the register to ask for our bill. The salad was o.k., but not worth the worst service you can imagine. Pros: NOTHING Cons: SERVICE more
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RUDE SERVICE 10/8/2007

I will never go to this place again. The waitress was so rude is was embarrassing. Then she vanished and we had to go up to the register to ask for our bill. The salad was o.k., but not worth the worst service you can imagine. Pros: NOTHING Cons: SERVICE more
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Just average 7/3/2007

It was average food and I was hoping and expecting a lot more. I went with a few friends for breakfast mid-week. It wasn't crowded and we got a table right away. It looked cute and atmosphere was fun, but food wasn't much to write home about. I got blueberry pancakes and they were regular pancakes with a huge pile of warm blueberries on top, I was hoping for actual blueberry pancakes. My friends got belgium waffles with strawberries on top that looked amazing (much more appetizing than mine) but tasted a little overdone and hard. Another friend got the wheat pancakes with cinnamon apples on top. It wasn't actual apples on top, It basically had apple sauce on top of them. It all tasted ok, but overall was disappointing and not what we expected. On a bright note, the Hawaiian Portuguese sausage was really tasty and enjoyable. But on the whole it was average and not a special place I would visit for a fun breakfast with friends. Pros: location, price was good for breakfast Cons: quality of food, pancakes more
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Just average 7/3/2007

It was average food and I was hoping and expecting a lot more. I went with a few friends for breakfast mid-week. It wasn't crowded and we got a table right away. It looked cute and atmosphere was fun, but food wasn't much to write home about.\r \r I got blueberry pancakes and they were regular pancakes with a huge pile of warm blueberries on top, I was hoping for actual blueberry pancakes. My friends got belgium waffles with strawberries on top that looked amazing (much more appetizing than mine) but tasted a little overdone and hard. Another friend got the wheat pancakes with cinnamon apples on top. It wasn't actual apples on top, It basically had apple sauce on top of them. It all tasted ok, but overall was disappointing and not what we expected.\r \r On a bright note, the Hawaiian Portuguese sausage was really tasty and enjoyable. But on the whole it was average and not a special place I would visit for a fun breakfast with friends. Pros: location, price was good for breakfast Cons: quality of food, pancakes more
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Just average 7/3/2007

It was average food and I was hoping and expecting a lot more. I went with a few friends for breakfast mid-week. It wasn't crowded and we got a table right away. It looked cute and atmosphere was fun, but food wasn't much to write home about. I got blueberry pancakes and they were regular pancakes with a huge pile of warm blueberries on top, I was hoping for actual blueberry pancakes. My friends got belgium waffles with strawberries on top that looked amazing (much more appetizing than mine) but tasted a little overdone and hard. Another friend got the wheat pancakes with cinnamon apples on top. It wasn't actual apples on top, It basically had apple sauce on top of them. It all tasted ok, but overall was disappointing and not what we expected. On a bright note, the Hawaiian Portuguese sausage was really tasty and enjoyable. But on the whole it was average and not a special place I would visit for a fun breakfast with friends. Pros: location, price was good for breakfast Cons: quality of food, pancakes more
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FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD PLACE 2/5/2007

I adore 17th street. It's our go-to place, we eat there all the time. The food is reasonably priced and delicious. As long as you're not going for brunch on the weekends (which is SO yummy) you can almost always just walk in and get a table. We're friends with all the staff now, who have always been very friendly. I've never been dissapointed with anything I've ordered there. I love the Cafe Bruschetta and the Toasted Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad. Their wine list is great, try the Martini Cabernet, it's my Dad's favorite. The whole place is very spread out and relatively quiet which I love. Also, yes, there is a paring lot in back, but if it's full try driving down 17th or 16th street. I've never had a problem with parking. Try 17th street, you'll love it! Pros: Food, Ambience, Staff Cons: Should take reservations for brunch more
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FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD PLACE 2/5/2007

I adore 17th street. It's our go-to place, we eat there all the time. The food is reasonably priced and delicious. As long as you're not going for brunch on the weekends (which is SO yummy) you can almost always just walk in and get a table. We're friends with all the staff now, who have always been very friendly. I've never been dissapointed with anything I've ordered there. I love the Cafe Bruschetta and the Toasted Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad. Their wine list is great, try the Martini Cabernet, it's my Dad's favorite. The whole place is very spread out and relatively quiet which I love. Also, yes, there is a paring lot in back, but if it's full try driving down 17th or 16th street. I've never had a problem with parking. Try 17th street, you'll love it! Pros: Food, Ambience, Staff Cons: Should take reservations for brunch more
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FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD PLACE 2/4/2007

I adore 17th street. It's our go-to place, we eat there all the time. The food is reasonably priced and delicious. As long as you're not going for brunch on the weekends (which is SO yummy) you can almost always just walk in and get a table. We're friends with all the staff now, who have always been very friendly. I've never been dissapointed with anything I've ordered there. I love the Cafe Bruschetta and the Toasted Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad. Their wine list is great, try the Martini Cabernet, it's my Dad's favorite. The whole place is very spread out and relatively quiet which I love. Also, yes, there is a paring lot in back, but if it's full try driving down 17th or 16th street. I've never had a problem with parking. Try 17th street, you'll love it! Pros: Food, Ambience, Staff Cons: Should take reservations for brunch more
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Expensive! 1/5/2007

Not recommended for dinner. \r \r I went with a friend and we figured it would be fun to splurge a little on dinner. We had heard some good things about their breakfast, but for dinner, the entrees were pretty pricey for a ""cafe."" We both stuck to water and each spent in the upper $20's. We tried a couple of their daily specials and weren't impressed at all. The chicken was overcooked and dry and the pasta was just ordinary. \r \r Parking was tough and we found a spot in the alley which we're still not sure if we were legally parked. \r \r The crowd was pretty old, not the 20/30's we expected. There were a lot of people in the 40's and families with kids. Pros: cute area, people watching Cons: dinner, price, parking more
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Expensive! 1/5/2007

Not recommended for dinner. I went with a friend and we figured it would be fun to splurge a little on dinner. We had heard some good things about their breakfast, but for dinner, the entrees were pretty pricey for a "cafe." We both stuck to water and each spent in the upper $20's. We tried a couple of their daily specials and weren't impressed at all. The chicken was overcooked and dry and the pasta was just ordinary. Parking was tough and we found a spot in the alley which we're still not sure if we were legally parked. The crowd was pretty old, not the 20/30's we expected. There were a lot of people in the 40's and families with kids. Pros: cute area, people watching Cons: dinner, price, parking more
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Expensive! 1/4/2007

Not recommended for dinner. I went with a friend and we figured it would be fun to splurge a little on dinner. We had heard some good things about their breakfast, but for dinner, the entrees were pretty pricey for a "cafe." We both stuck to water and each spent in the upper $20's. We tried a couple of their daily specials and weren't impressed at all. The chicken was overcooked and dry and the pasta was just ordinary. Parking was tough and we found a spot in the alley which we're still not sure if we were legally parked. The crowd was pretty old, not the 20/30's we expected. There were a lot of people in the 40's and families with kids. Pros: cute area, people watching Cons: dinner, price, parking more
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they are busy and they know it 2/18/2006

After having sampled a variety of breakfast places in the area, this one was recommended to us. Three of us went for Sunday brunch, expecting something at least a little special. Very disappointing. The best thing was the Hawaiian Portuguese sausage, but I doubt they make them there. None of the egg dishes (all 3 got eggs) had what seemed like 2 eggs in them. Breakfast potatoes were OK, but nothing came with toast. Overall, plates seemed a little sparse for the money (almost $9 per). Muffins were served for the table instead of toast, not very good. Worst of all, and main reason for writing this, was the tomato, basil and mozzarella omelet. It was tough, had what appeared to be a single slice of cheese and more tomatoes than made sense. One top of that, almost no flavor. Pros: nice place Cons: food more
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they are busy and they know it 2/18/2006

After having sampled a variety of breakfast places in the area, this one was recommended to us. Three of us went for Sunday brunch, expecting something at least a little special. Very disappointing. The best thing was the Hawaiian Portuguese sausage, but I doubt they make them there. None of the egg dishes (all 3 got eggs) had what seemed like 2 eggs in them. Breakfast potatoes were OK, but nothing came with toast. Overall, plates seemed a little sparse for the money (almost $9 per). Muffins were served for the table instead of toast, not very good. Worst of all, and main reason for writing this, was the tomato, basil and mozzarella omelet. It was tough, had what appeared to be a single slice of cheese and more tomatoes than made sense. One top of that, almost no flavor. Pros: nice place Cons: food more
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they are busy and they know it 2/18/2006

After having sampled a variety of breakfast places in the area, this one was recommended to us. Three of us went for Sunday brunch, expecting something at least a little special. Very disappointing. The best thing was the Hawaiian Portuguese sausage, but I doubt they make them there. None of the egg dishes (all 3 got eggs) had what seemed like 2 eggs in them. Breakfast potatoes were OK, but nothing came with toast. Overall, plates seemed a little sparse for the money (almost $9 per). Muffins were served for the table instead of toast, not very good. Worst of all, and main reason for writing this, was the tomato, basil and mozzarella omelet. It was tough, had what appeared to be a single slice of cheese and more tomatoes than made sense. One top of that, almost no flavor. Pros: nice place Cons: food more
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Nice, quaint but roomy 5/8/2005

The atmosphere was nice and quaint, but there was plenty of seating. The staff was super nice and very attentive. I never had an empty cup of coffee or water. The food was very delicious. The only con is that the price is a bit high, but considering the trendiness of the Montana area, it's expected. I got the Croissant French Toast (good, but since it's dipped and cooked in batter, the flakiness of the croissant is not present), and eggs/bacon as a side. With my coffee, my breakfast came out to almost $20 (not including tip). Pros: Food, Seating, Service Cons: Price more
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Nice, quaint but roomy 5/8/2005

The atmosphere was nice and quaint, but there was plenty of seating. The staff was super nice and very attentive. I never had an empty cup of coffee or water. The food was very delicious. The only con is that the price is a bit high, but considering the trendiness of the Montana area, it's expected. I got the Croissant French Toast (good, but since it's dipped and cooked in batter, the flakiness of the croissant is not present), and eggs/bacon as a side. With my coffee, my breakfast came out to almost $20 (not including tip). Pros: Food, Seating, Service Cons: Price more
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Nice, quaint but roomy 5/8/2005

The atmosphere was nice and quaint, but there was plenty of seating. The staff was super nice and very attentive. I never had an empty cup of coffee or water. The food was very delicious. The only con is that the price is a bit high, but considering the trendiness of the Montana area, it's expected. I got the Croissant French Toast (good, but since it's dipped and cooked in batter, the flakiness of the croissant is not present), and eggs/bacon as a side. With my coffee, my breakfast came out to almost $20 (not including tip). Pros: Food, Seating, Service Cons: Price more
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Great brunch place 3/8/2005

I went here for brunch and dinner and it was definitely better for brunch. Dinner entrees were bland, but brunch was great! They give you this fabulous muffin basket with assorted muffins. Definitely get the sweet potato fries. The salmon omelette was good, although a bit salty. more
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Great brunch place 3/8/2005

I went here for brunch and dinner and it was definitely better for brunch. Dinner entrees were bland, but brunch was great! They give you this fabulous muffin basket with assorted muffins. Definitely get the sweet potato fries. The salmon omelette was good, although a bit salty. more
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A cozy neighborhood restaurant and bakery located in the heart of Santa Monica offering an updated menu and under new ownership!

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  • Located in the heart of Santa Monica on Montana Avenue, 17th Street Cafe is a comfortable neighborhood gem that serves up a traditional American menu. Under new ownership, 17th Street Cafe is a family owned and operated restaurant that offers an even wider variety of food and bakery items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. As we continue to celebrate over 20 years in Santa Monica, we have even recently remodeled the interior of our classic yet cozy restaurant. In addition, our bakery uses the highest quality products, from natural flour and organic spices and herbs, to farm fresh eggs and dairy. Catering Services are available for all event sizes as well as delivery to Santa Monica and Brentwood.

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  • In Short
    This friendly neighborhood cafe is nestled among the boutiques and galleries of this upscale shopping strip. Inside, exposed ceiling beams create a light, airy atmosphere. An...

  • 12/28/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: 8am-930pm
  • Payments: Master Card, Discover, American Express, Visa, Cash
  • Neighborhoods: North of Montana, West LA
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