@brittneyau • The Broad - DTLA
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Manchego is located at 2518 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405, along a stretch of Main Street lined with shops and local spots.
























































Manchego is a neighborhood Spanish tapas bar on Main Street in Santa Monica, quietly earning loyal fans since opening in early 2007. The restaurant specializes in California-Spanish tapas paired with a carefully curated selection of small-production Spanish wines chosen for their food-friendly character. Guests rave about standout dishes like jamón wrapped dates and patatas bravas, and the brunch menu features bottomless mimosas and freshly made sangria on Saturdays and Sundays. The space strikes a balance between intimate and classy, with a cozy interior and a charming back patio that seats up to 25 guests for private events.