Rae's
5 people recommendvia r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles7 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Rae's on Pico is recommended as a Santa Monica breakfast diner, with one commenter favoring it for a carb-heavy start and another finding the hobo breakfast relatively affordable. Visitors praise its classic appearance and outdoor patio. The trade-offs are atmosphere and choice: one diner finds it less suited to lingering than other favorites, while another likes the specials but describes a narrower menu.
Address
Rae's Restaurant, 2901 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
At a glance
- Best for
- Breakfast, Budget
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/RedNewzz in r/SantaMonica · Jul 2026
Reports that Rae's gets strong praise from others.
- Recommendsu/Key-Employee3584 in r/AskLosAngeles · Sep 2026
Calls this Pico diner a top local place for a carb-heavy start.
- Recommendsu/EventRemote in r/SantaMonica · Jul 2026
Lists Rae's among the best local picks for someone without a car.
- Recommendsu/TrueBlueFriend in r/FoodLosAngeles · Apr 2026value
Says the hobo breakfast there is still fairly affordable.
- Mixedu/Upset_Code1347 in r/AskLosAngeles · Sep 2026variety
Describes Rae's specials as good, though the menu is narrower.
- Mixedu/meowcattpurr in r/FoodLosAngeles · Apr 2026ambience
Finds Rae's less suited to relaxed lounging than the favorites.
- Recommendsu/nigelst in r/SantaMonica · May 2025
Calls it their favorite, without any doubt.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.