Soko at the Fairmont Miramar

Located in the lobby of the Fairmont Miramar, Soko is an eight seat sushi counter (with a few tables out front) with top-notch food and a relaxed ambiance that’s worlds away from the see-and-be-seen crowds at The Bungalow and Fig, the Fairmont’s longtime hotel restaurant. Unlike the Fairmont's other dining and nightlife destinations, the restaurant retains a hidden gem-like quality, despite being located in the former storeroom just off the bustling lobby of one of Santa Monica's most famous hotels. Opened in July 2021, Chef Masa Shimakawa's small menu of traditional nigiri and appetizer is quickly becoming a favorite among Westside locals and hotel guests alike in search of fresh, high-quality sushi – no bells or whistles required. Time Out tip: Order the spicy edamame.