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  • The Curious Palate

The Curious Palate

(310) 395-2901
  • 395 Santa Monica Place, Third Floor, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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  • Menu
  • IMPORTANT NOTE - LARGE ORDERS OVER $250
    • PLEASE NOTE FOR LARGE ORDERS

      Please call us at: 310-395-2901 for orders over $250.

  • Handhelds
    Served with choice of side salad, hand cut fries, kale salad or coleslaw.
    • Veggie Wrap $20

      Seasonal fruit, cranberries, roasted almonds, red bell peppers, golden beets, mixed greens, aged white cheddar and tossed in cilantro yogurt in a flour tortilla. Vegetarian.

    • Veggie Panini $20

      Havarti, grilled zucchini, tomatoes, spinach, Moroccan olives and balsamic vinaigrette. Vegetarian.

    • The Florentine $20

      Goat cheese, grilled zucchini, spinach, tomato, avocado, Moroccan olives and balsamic vinaigrette. Vegetarian.

    • Stuffed Squash Blossom Hero $22

      goat cheese stuffed & fried blossoms, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickled peppers, aioli and sherry wine vinaigrette served on a baguette.

    • Farmer Market Tomato BLT $21

      Hickory-smoked bacon, pickled red onion, butter lettuce, feta, pickles, cilantro yogurt, chimichurri aioli.

    • Chipotle Chicken Wrap $22

      Havarti cheese, roasted red peppers, cilantro, scallions, mixed greens and chipotle aioli in a flour tortilla.

    • Turkey Club Sandwich $22

      Sliced turkey breast with butter lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, hickory smoked bacon and mustard aioli.

    • Chinese Fried Chicken Sandwich $22

      Black bean marinated chicken, butter lettuce, tomato, scallions, pickled radish, aioli and harissa on a brioche bun.

    • Spicy Thai Chicken Satay Sandwich $22

      Thai-marinated chicken, spicy house-roasted peanut sauce, Japanese pickles, avocado.

    • Banh Mi $22

      Vietnamese street sandwich, choice of braised pork belly, chicken breast, grilled shrimp or Thai-marinated chicken, pickled veggies and cilantro with chipotle aioli on a baguette.

    • Italiano $22

      Sopressata salami, Havarti cheese, tomato, lettuce, onion, pickled pepper, aioli, sherry vinaigrette and on a baguette.

    • Tonkatsu Wrap $22

      Panko fried pork belly or chicken breast with miso slaw in a flour tortilla.

    • Miso Short Rib Wrap $27

      Short ribs simmered in a soy miso broth with miso slaw, harissa, red onion and pickles in a flour tortilla.

    • Cheese Steak Sandwich $19

      harissa rubbed hanger steak, onion, mushroom, red bell pepper, havarti cheese on a hoagie roll

    • Angler Wrap $23

      Panko-fried cod, remoulade, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onions and avocado in a flour tortilla.

    • Grilled Swordfish Sandwich $26

      Pickled radish, grilled onions, salsa roja, lettuce spicy pickled peppers and remoulade on a brioche bun.

    • Fried Spicy Shrimp Po'Boy $27

      Lettuce, tomato, pickles, pickled red onion and with remoulade on a hoagie roll.

    • Wasabi Shrimp Wrap $26

      Wild Mexican blue shrimp, lettuce, pickled radish, nori, avocado, wasabi aioli, miso dressing and flour tortilla.

    • PB&J $17

      Choice of house made strawberry, raspberry or blackberry jam and house peanut butter. Vegetarian.

    • Turkey Sandwich $22

      Sliced turkey breast, mustard aioli, seasonal fruit, red onion, goat cheese and mixed greens on country white.

    • Chicken Salad Sandwich $17

      Roasted almonds, scallions, cranberries, pesto and aioli, mixed greens on country white.

    • BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich $18

      Served with miso slaw and spicy BBQ sauce on a brioche bun.

    • Pastreuben $17

      Pastrami or turkey, havarti cheese, caramelized onions and mustard aioli on 5 grain.

    • Casablanca Grilled Roast Beef Sandwich $18

      Chimichurri aioli, feta, harissa, butter lettuce, tomato and pickled red onions on a baguette.

  • Burgers
    100% grass fed all natural house ground beef patty, on a brioche bun served with choice of hand cut fries, side salad, kale salad or coleslaw.
    • The Curious Palate Grass-Fed Beef Burger $23

      Havarti cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, aioli and house ketchup.

    • Bacon Bleu Grass-Fed Beef Burger $23

      Hickory-smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, guacamole, Gorgonzola cheese, caramelized onions and aioli.

    • California Grass-Fed Beef Burger $23

      Guacamole, aged white cheddar, tomato, mixed greens, red onions and mustard aioli.

    • The Acropolis Grass-Fed Beef Burger $23

      Hickory-smoked bacon, feta, pickled peppers, pickled red onion, tomato, lettuce, chimichurri aioli and cilantro yogurt sauce.

    • Tonkatsu Grass-Fed Beef Burger $23

      Served with miso slaw and Havarti cheese slathered in tonkatsu sauce.

    • Veggie Burger $16

      Havarti cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles and ranch dressing. Vegetarian.

  • Leaves and Roots
    • Kale and Maple Candled Pecan Salad $17

      Served with avocado, golden beets, marinated chick peas, blue cheese and a sherry wine vinaigrette. Vegetarian.

    • Chicken Salad Salad $17

      Almonds, cranberries, scallions, pesto and aioli with cucumber, red bell peppers, balsamic vinaigrette and mixed greens.

    • Misto Garden Salad $16

      Cucumbers, seasonal fruit, red onion, cherry tomatoes, avocado, sherry wine vinaigrette and mixed greens. Vegan.

    • Spicy Kale Caesar Salad $16

      Cherry tomatoes, torn croutons, Monterey jack cheese and roasted jalapeno Caesar dressing.

    • Big Curious Salad $16

      Marinated chickpeas, feta, Moroccan olives, red bell peppers, golden beets, grilled zucchini, mixed greens and balsamic vinaigrette. Vegetarian.

    • Spicy Thai Chicken Satay Salad $22

      Thai-marinated chicken thigh skewers, spicy house-roasted peanut sauce, avocado, red bell peppers, Japanese pickles, pickled carrots, scallions, mixed greens and miso dressing.

    • Chopped Salad $16

      Marinated chickpeas, tomatoes, red onion, green olives, torn croutons, cucumber, feta, spicy pickled peppers, butter lettuce and sherry wine vinaigrette. Vegetarian.

    • Fat Asparagus Salad $20

      Grilled chili rubbed jumbo asparagus, cherry tomato, burrata, hickory smoked bacon crumble, pickled onion and radish, peas, butter lettuce and sherry vinaigrette.

    • Nectarine & Burrata Salad $21

      Farmers' market nectarine, burrata, fresh basil and mixed greens tossed in olive oil, toasted almonds and drizzled with a blackberry shrub reduction.

    • Mexican Salad $15

      Mixed salad with tortilla chips, cabbage, corn, pinquito beans, cherry tomato, pickled peppers, feta and a lime/avoado/cilantro dressing

    • Persimmon & Burrata Salad $21

      Farmers' market persimmon, fresh basil and mixed greens tossed in olive oil, toasted almonds and drizzled with a blacberry shrub reduction.

    • Chinese Chicken Salad $22

      black bean marinated grilled chicken, spinach, cabbage, carrots, scallions, cilantro, pickled peppers, tangerine, tortilla strips, cucumber, chili oil, miso-ginger dressing

  • Starters and Soup
    • Double Pork Chili

      Roasted pork shoulder and hickory-smoked bacon with ale, pinquito beans apricot, an assortment of dried chilies topped with cheddar and scallions.

    • Mac and Cheese $18

      Havarti, cheddar, goat and blue cheeses, topped with breadcrumbs. Vegetarian.

    • Hot Popcorn Shrimp $17

      Served with Cajun seasoning, ranch dressing and lemon wedge.

    • Hot Popcorn Chicken $14

      Served with Cajun seasoning, ranch dressing and lemon wedge.

    • Orange Chicken Bites $14

      Crispy, tender chicken nuggets tossed in a tangy and sweet orange glaze, with a hint of fresh ginger and garlic

    • Beer Poached Peel and Eat Wild Shrimp $18

      Allagash curieux ale, harissa, lemon honey butter and bay leaf.

    • Spicy Broccolini $14

      Candied kumquats and thai chili anchovy sauce.

    • Curry Roasted Cauliflower $14

      Topped with chili flakes, Monterey jack cheese and a side of cilantro yogurt sauce. Vegetarian.

    • Balsamic Glazed Brussel Sprouts $16

      Golden beet puree, burrata and balsamic reduction. Vegetarian.

    • Roasted Garlic Hummus $16

      Olive oil, cucumber, tomato, feta served with grilled pita bread. Vegetarian.

    • Curry Potatoes, Peas & Leeks Samosas $14

      Golden, flaky pastry pockets filled with fragrant blend of tender curry-spiced potatoes, sweet peas, and sautéed leeks, served w/a zesty tamarind and a cooling yogurt dip

    • Spicy Thai Chicken Satay Skewers $15

      thai-marinated chicken, spicy cucumber salad, spicy peanut sauce

    • Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup

      Garnished with scallions, aged monterey jack cheese and avocado.

    • Butternut Squash Soup

      With coconut milk and garnished with peanuts, dry cranberry, scallions and chili oil

    • Mexican Style Corn on the Cob $9

      w/garlic aioli, grated monterey jack cheese and chili spice

    • Nachos el Curioso

      Double pork chili, Havarti, aged white cheddar, scallions, guacamole, pickled peppers and onions, pico de gallo and sour cream.

    • Crispy Kabocha Squash $12

      Chimichurri and salsa roja dipping sauce. Vegetarian.

    • Fat Asparagus Farmers Market Special $14

      Chili rubbed and served with wedge of lemon. Vegetarian.

    • English Pea Bisque Soup

      English peas, potatoes and scallions, pureed and garnished with bacon

    • Yellowtail Crudo $16

      Olive oil, lime, harissa and crispy capers.

    • Yellowtail Coconut Ceviche $17

      Mango, pickled pepper, avocado and white corn tortilla chips.

    • Spicy Red Coconut Curry Mussels $15

    • Gazpacho

      garnished w/croutons, feta cheese, pickled peppers

    • Three Sisters Native American Soup

      w/hominy, beans, squash and chard

  • Handmade Pastas
    • Spicy Drunken Noodles $23

      Stir fried mushrooms, carrots, onion, basil and Thai chili. Spicy.

    • Pea Pesto Pasta $23

      Torchlo pasta, spinach, cherry tomato and topped with aged Monterey jack cheese.

    • Insalata Mediterranea $20

      Pasta salad of cucumbers, garbanzo beans, olives, spinach, carrots, grilled zucchini, pickled peppers, feta cheese, peas, tossed in torchio pasta with sherry vinaigrette and pesto. Vegetarian.

    • Chinese Braised Short Rib Tagliatelle $28

      Niman ranch beef, harissa, mushroom and cilantro.

    • Bucatini Bolognese $21

      Pork and beef ragu garnished with aged Monterey jack cheese and basil.

    • Mushroom Ravioli $21

      Oyster mushroom, peas, romesco sauce and sage. Vegetarian.

    • Spicy Seafood Red Coconut Curry $32

      Swordfish, salmon and shrimp served over tagliatelle, cherry tomatoes, peas, pickled peppers, water chestnuts, onion, carrots. peas and basil

  • Tacos
    3 of each.
    • Three Spicy Swordfish Tacos $18

      Pickled peppers, radish and mango salsa, scallions and salsa roja.

    • Three Baja Style Fish Tacos $18

      Batter-fried fresh cod, pickled red onion, shredded cabbage, aged Monterrey jack and cilantro yogurt.

    • Three Spicy Chicken Satay Tacos $18

      Thai-marinated chicken, Japanese pickles, cucumbers, pickled peppers and harissa.

    • Three Squash Blossom Tacos $18

      goat cheese stuffed & fried blossoms havarti and monterey jack cheese, caramelized onion, w/red bell peppers, guacamole, sour cream

    • Three Veggie Medley Tacos $18

      Cauliflower, broccolini, zucchini, onion red bell pepper, feta cheese, pico de gallo, salsa roja and avocado. Vegetarian.

    • Three Spicy Wild Shrimp Tacos $18

      Pickled peppers, radish and mango salsa, scallions and salsa roja.

  • Fries
    • House Fries $8

      Hand-cut potatoes and house ketchup. Vegetarian.

    • Onion Rings $11

      House made ranch and salsa roja dipping sauce. Vegetarian.

    • Diablo Garlic Fries $9

      cajun spice, aged monterey jack cheese, harissa & aioli

  • Entrees
    • Steak Frites $33

      Harissa rubbed hanger steak, blackberry vinegar reduction, roasted cauliflower, hand cut fries, scallions, aged Monterey Jack cheese and garlic aioli.

    • Chili Rubbed Grilled Wild Shrimp $32

      Mango pickled pepper salsa, roasted cauliflower and broccolini.

    • Kung Pao Chinese Style Fried Chicken $29

      Black bean marinated half chicken tossed with chilies, peanuts, cilantro and scallions, served with choice of side.

    • Fish and Chips $29

      Code, handcut fries, coleslaw and house tartar sauce.

    • Pan Roasted Salmon $32

      Romesco sauce and vegetable medley.

    • Chili Rubbed Grilled Swordfish $32

      Mango pickled pepper salsa, roasted cauliflower and broccolini.

  • Kids
    • Kids Mac 'N' Cheese $10

      Creamy macaroni pasta baked with melted cheese and topped with a golden breadcrumb crust.

    • Kids Handmade Pasta with Butter and Cheese $8

    • Kids Fish and Chips $11

      Kids fish and chips: breaded fish served with choice of hand-cut fries, crudites, or fruit salad.

    • Kids Cheeseburger $10

      Cheeseburger with a choice of hand-cut fries, crudites, or fruit salad.

    • Kids House Made PB and J $10

      House-made peanut butter and jelly on artisan bread. choose from strawberry, raspberry, or blackberry jam. served with hand-cut fries, kids' crudites, or fruit salad.

    • Kids Chicken Fingers $10

      Chicken tenders served with a choice of hand-cut fries, kids crudites, or fruit salad.

    • Kids Cheese Quesadillas $10

      Cheese quesadillas for kids, served with choice of hand-cut fries, kids crudites, or fruit salad.

    • Kids Grilled Cheese $10

      Grilled cheese with choice of hand-cut fries, kids crudites, or fruit salad.

    • Kids Farmers’ Market Fruit Salad $6

  • Craft Beer, Cider & Kombucha (Must be 21 to Purchase)
    • 310 Blond Ale - 1 qt growler $16

      Santa Monica Brew Works SM, CA 32oz growler of American blonde ale 4.8% ABV

    • Seafarer Kölsch Style Ale - 1qt growler $16

      Three Weavers Brewing Inglewood, CA 32oz growler of Kölsch style lager/ale 4.8% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Purgatory Hefeweizen - 1qt growler $18

      Absolution Brewing - Torrance, CA 32oz growler of a classic Bavarian style Hefeweizen 4.8% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Between Normandie & Western Pale Ale 1qt Growler $18

      Eureka Brewing Gardena, CA 32oz growler of an American Pale Ale 5.2% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Citrus Witbier 1 qt Growler $16

      Santa Monica Brewery, CA 32oz growler of Citrus Witbier 5.3% ABV

    • Danish Style Red Lager 1qt growler $16

      Figueroa Mtn Brew, Westlake Village, CA 32oz growler of a caramel/malt forward amber lager 5.5% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Mic Czech Pilsner - 1qt growler $16

      Boomtown Brewery LA, CA 32oz growler of a classic Czech style Pilzner 5.6% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Raspberry Gose - 1qt growler $16

      Claremont Craft Ales Claremont, CA 32oz growler of a tart wheat Leipzig style Gose 5.5% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Pale Chocolate Heaven Golden Porter - 1qt growler $18

      Santa Monica Brew Works SM, CA 32oz growler of PCH, golden milk porter 6% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Subtle Smurk Juicy IPA - 1qt growler $18

      Lincoln Beer Co. Burbank, CA 32oz growler of a hazy New England style IPA 7.5% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Davy Brown Dark Ale - 1qt growler $16

      Figueroa Mountain Brewing Westlake Village, CA 32oz growler of smooth mocha-colored ale 6% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Juuci Tart Red Fruit Sour - 1qt growler $18

      Absolution Brewing Company Torrance, CA 32oz growler of Fruited Sour Ale 4.8% ABV

    • Inclined IPA - 1qt growler $18

      Santa Monica Brew Works SM, CA 32oz growler of a West coast style beach brewed, dry hopped IPA 7% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Mayberry IPA - 1qt growler $18

      El Segundo Brewing CA 32oz growler of a West coast style wet hopped IPA 7.1%. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Coffee Porter - 1qt growler $18

      Smog City Brewing Torrance, CA 32oz growler of a robust coffee aged porter 6.0% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Curieux Barrel Aged Tripel - 1qt growler $26

      Allagash Brewing Portland, ME 32oz growler of a bourbon barrel aged Belgian style Tripel 11% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Rail Splitter Hard Cider - 1qt growler $20

      Honest Abe Cidery Gardena, CA 32oz growler of Farmhouse hard cider 6.9% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Organic Raw Fermented Lemon/Raspberry/Ginger Kombucha - 1qt growler $20

      GT’s Synergy Trilogy Soft - Vernon, CA 32oz growler of Organic, raw fermented Lemon/Raspberry/Ginger Kombucha

    • Passion Fruit, Orange, Guava Organic Kombucha 1qt Growler $20

      June Shine San Diego, CA 32oz growler of Organic Passion Fruit, Orange, Guava Kombucha 6% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • 24th Street Pale Ale - 1qt growler $12

      Strand Brewing Torrance, CA 32oz growler of a floral & hoppy pale ale 6.1% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Yellow School Bus - 1qt growler $12

      Yorkshire Square Brewery Torrance, CA 32oz growler of American blonde ale 5.3% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Heavenly Hefeweizen - 1qt growler $12

      Craftsman Brewing Pasadena, CA 32oz growler of a classic style Hefeweizen 4.8% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • California Ale -1qt growler $12

      Telegraph Brewing Santa Barbara, CA 32oz growler of Belgian style pale ale 6.2% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Cranberry Quince Berliner Weisse - 1qt growler $12

      North Coast Brewing Fort Bragg, CA 32oz growler of a Berlin style sour 4.1% ABV. Must be 21 to purchase.

  • Wine (Must be 21 to Purchase)
    • Lyeth Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml bottle $29

      Must be 21 to purchase. Sonoma, CA

    • Dry Creek Vineyard Heritage Vines Zinfandel 750ml bottle $29

      Must be 21 to purchase. Sonoma, CA

    • Obvious Bold Red Blend 750ml bottle $27

      Must be 21 to purchase. Central Coast, CA

    • Bennett Valley Cellars Bin 6410 Pinot Noir 750ml bottle $29

      Must be 21 to purchase. Sonoma, CA

    • Kuranui Sauvignon Blanc 750ml bottle $27

      Must be 21 to purchase. Marlborough, NZ

    • La Villaudière Sauvignon Blanc 750ml bottle $27

      Must be 21 to purchase. Val de Loire, France

    • Lagaria Pinot Grigio 750ml bottle $27

      Must be 21 to purchase. Delle Venezie, Italy

    • Macon Villages Chardonnay 750ml bottle $29

      Must be 21 to purchase. Bourgogne, France

    • Oro Bello Chardonnay 750ml bottle $27

      Must be 21 to purchase. Napa Valley, CA

    • Rive Sud Rose 750ml bottle $27

      Must be 21 to purchase. Pays d'Oc, France

    • Blanc de Blanc Sparkling 187ml bottle $7

      Must be 21 to purchase. France

    • Canella Prosecco 187ml bottle. $7.5

      Must be 21 to purchase. Veneto, Italy

    • Omen Pinot Noir 750ml bottle $24

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Pedroncelli Sauvignon Blanc 750ml bottle $24

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • 5 Russians Rose 750ml bottle $29

      Must be 21 to purchase. Sonoma, CA

    • Petites Diables Rose 750ml bottle $29

      Must be 21 to purchase. Puyloubier, France

    • Clos des Amis Amber Chardonnay 750ml bottle $18

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Canella Brut Rose 187ml bottle $7.5

      Must be 21 to purchase. Veneto, Italy

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