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Travelodge Santa Monica Pico Boulevard $134 0.5 mi 0.7 km 4 of 5 stars
Palm Motel $80 1.2 mi 1.9 km 3.5 of 5 stars
Comfort Inn Santa Monica $149 1.5 mi 2.4 km 3.5 of 5 stars
The Brentwood Inn $218 3.0 mi 4.9 km 4.5 of 5 stars
InterContinental Los Angeles Century City $481 3.4 mi 5.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Il Forno Caffe & Pizzeria 0.0 mi 0.0 km 3.5 of 5 stars
Hiko Sushi 1.5 mi 2.3 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Kiriko Sushi 1.5 mi 2.4 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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McCabe's Guitar Shop 0.5 mi 0.8 km 4 of 5 stars
Petite Spa 2.0 mi 3.3 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Westwood Memorial Park 2.8 mi 4.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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#8 of 288 restaurants in Santa Monica
  • Cuisines: Hamburgers
  • Recommended For: Child-friendly
  • Address: 2901 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
  • Phone:  (310) 399-8383
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Reviews of The Counter

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“Burger, a la carte...”
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 26, 2008

Burger, a la carte, customize it ! many choices of beers, Satisfaction : yes ! more

“I went here with an...”
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 8, 2008

I went here with an entertainment banker friend, his choice, what can I say, the food rocked. more

“Good create-your-own...”
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 2, 2008

Good create-your-own burgers! Awesome chili-fries! ;-) Crazy busy! more

“Great burgers”
4 of 5 stars
tkates
Dallas, TX
Jun 24, 2008

The Counter offers tasty build-your-own burgers that are way better than Father's Office. Also, try the fries/onion strings side order...they are great and come with different dipping sauces that are above average fare. I would definately recommend for a casual lunch! more

“Build your own...can't...”
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 11, 2008

Build your own...can't beat that! 50/50 fries and warm chocolate chip cookie for dessert! HEAVEN! more

“Very nice burgers...”
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 2, 2008

Very nice burgers grilled and built to your liking. sides are good too. Long wait to be seated during 'rush hour' more

“Tasty burgers and tons...”
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 1, 2008

Tasty burgers and tons of options. more

“Great burger, huge...”
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 31, 2008

Great burger, huge choice of toppings and options more

“I love all of the...”
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 28, 2008

I love all of the topping choices. The sweet potato fries are super yummy. more

“Brunch burgers are...”
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 28, 2008

Brunch burgers are awesome! more

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2901 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Tel: (310) 399-8383
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.