What to order at Ghisallo

Must order
Squash blossom pizza in season, the diavola year-round
Editor tip
The back patio is the seat; squash blossom pizza when it is on, diavola otherwise. Wine list stays well priced.

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CuisinePizza
Price$$
NeighborhoodOcean Park
HoursDaily 17:00-21:30
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Location

Address: 1622 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405

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Father's Office ★ 4.6

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OrderTableside canard a la presse, or the cordon bleu chicken wings at the bar

TipThe pressed duck is a 350 dollar whole-bird production for the table; order it when you book, not on arrival.

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OrderThe prix fixe, built around Santa Monica farmers market produce

TipBook the a la carte room; the 14-seat Melisse counter behind it is a separate, pricier reservation.

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OrderThe full tasting menu; the kitchen builds it around the week's market

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Seline ★ 4.8

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OrderThe seasonal tasting menu; courses change constantly

TipPlan around two and a half hours for the full menu; reservations open by the month and the counter seats sell first.

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