Looking for dairy-free-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Lady & Larder, Citrin and Ivy at the Shore, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry dairy-free-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Santa Monica restaurants with dairy free options. Highly rated spots with authentic dairy free menu items.
Santa Monica's Premier Dairy Free Destinations
Santa Monica’s coastal dining scene offers an impressive array of sophisticated menus where dairy-free diners can indulge without compromise. This collection highlights premier destinations like Lady & Larder, Citrin, and Ivy at the Shore, bringing together the best of American classics, refined French techniques, and fresh seafood. Whether you are looking for a breezy meal by the water or an upscale culinary journey, these restaurants provide inclusive and flavorful experiences in the heart of the city.
3 restaurants in Best Santa Monica Restaurants with Dairy Free Options | Top Rated
- Lady & Larder · rated 5/5: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Citrin · rated 4/5: 7 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Ivy at the Shore: 3 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
