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Tar & Roses

Californian Restaurant Santa Monica 📍 Downtown $ $ $ $ 🏆 5.46 scene score
📍 602 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
Open now 5:30 PM – 9 PM

The vibe is upscale casual, pleasant, creative, lively. Best for: date night, casual fine dining, intimate dinner.

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Is Tar & Roses good for a date?
Yes. Tar & Roses is tagged as a date-night restaurants in Downtown. TopSpots Aesthetic score: 6.5/10.
Is Tar & Roses loud?
Lively. Tar & Roses in Downtown brings the energy — expect a loud, high-energy crowd, especially on weekends. Energy score: 8.0/10.
What's the best time to visit Tar & Roses?
Weeknights (Tuesday–Thursday) for a more relaxed restaurants experience. Weekends bring a bigger crowd and more energy. Check Tar & Roses's hours before visiting.

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Scene Score breakdown

17 photos contributed · 4 excluded as non-venue
Scene Score averages the photos that show this place's space. Photos whose primary subject is something else (food close-ups, single people, scenery) are excluded from the score.

Location

602 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA

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Last reviewed: 2026-06-06