Chez Jay & The Backyard

Listen, 5 stars goes directly to the steak -specifically the Butter Steak. Warning to the Vegans, if you have a bite of it, you'll go 180 degrees as you should. Free yet small parking lot for those who get in before the peek periods. Oddly enough their backyard patio is not connected to the front main bar and restaurant (where you'll find the elder locals). Patio has large outdoor heaters and typically caters to the youth. Either way this is a worthwhile stop whether you're hungry for one of the best steaks West of Texas or looking for a fresh cocktail. Enjoy!

Jak Khawk

Are you kidding me!!!!...this is one of the must visit establishments in LA/ Santa Monica. Well famous before the Goliath series it carries a great athmoshere, nostalgic and a blast from the past. Drinks are ample. Should you be lucky enough to be present for the rib eye special....order it!!!!!

Jan Ertl

I had the best time at Chez Jay. It was worth making a reservation and we were seated right on time. It felt like home from the owners warm welcome to the amazing staff it began great and got even better. The bloody Mary was a perfect way to begin. The Calamari steak was just as tender and delicious as I heard. The butter steak was perfectly medium rare and the herb sauce will have you craving it the next morning. The scalloped potatoes made for an excellent side choice with a nice Al dente piece of fresh broccoli. The steak was so delicious I can't stop thinking about it. Good thing there was so much food and fun I brought some home. The parking lot is a nice treat in crazy busy Santa Monica. In a sea of watered down boring spots the food and history of Chez is a welcome classic.

Shannon Miller