Orto Santa Monica

Dinner at Orto unfolds at an unhurried pace framed by ambient lighting and rustic charm. The dining room carries a relaxed intimacy, where owner Andrea often guides tables through assisted wine pairings like full-bodied Brunello di Montalcino.

The kitchen focuses on comforting staples, from warm crusty bread in olive oil to rich, creamy carbonara, sea bass, and entrecôte. An accommodating kitchen readily handles simple off-menu requests, and meals typically conclude over velvety tiramisu and scoops of house-made gelato.