Maria Sol, Mexican restaurant at Santa Monica Pier, US
Maria Sol is a Mexican restaurant with multiple dining decks positioned directly along the ocean edge, offering views across the water. The space spreads across several levels at the pier's end with both open and covered seating areas.
The restaurant developed as a dining venue on Santa Monica Pier, bringing Mexican coastal cooking to the location. Its culinary direction was shaped by influences from towns like Cabo San Lucas.
The kitchen prepares traditional Baja California cooking with regional dishes like Camacho's Tacos and Crab Enchiladas using house-made sauces. The approach reflects cooking methods found in Mexico's coastal communities.
The restaurant is located at 401 Santa Monica Pier and operates on a first-come, first-served basis without reservations. Service runs throughout lunch and dinner hours, making it accessible for drop-in visits most days.
The location at the pier's end provides a 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean while dining. This vantage point is rare among pier locations and gives a sense of sitting directly above the water.
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