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Bar Fortuna

Santa Monica · Pasta

2917 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90405Directions
4.8★★★★★★★★★★420 reviews

Mediterranean brunch energy with creamy hummus, hot pita, and serious shawarma.

Bar Fortuna is a $$ Pasta restaurant in Santa Monica, Santa Monica. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”
“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”
“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”“chicken shawarma” · “Amazing atmosphere and food” · “perfect for brunch” · “best I’ve” · “brunch Overall the food” · “atmosphere and food”
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Why go

Bar Fortuna carries a strong diner signal: a 4.8 Google rating from 420 reviews at a $$ price point. While the listing data tags it as Pasta, the highlighted reviews point squarely toward a Mediterranean-leaning table built around shakshuka, hummus, chicken shawarma, lamb kebab, Arayes, and hot pita.

The recurring praise is specific: hummus described as smooth and creamy, chicken shawarma called juicy and flavorful, lamb kebab noted for tenderness, and pita singled out as fluffy and piping hot. Reviewers also emphasize the room’s energy — balanced between casual and formal — with one calling out a beautiful indoor garden at the back.

editorial/ updated today

Fast facts

  • Google users rate Bar Fortuna 4.8 across 420 reviews.
  • The price level is listed as $$.
  • Chicken shawarma appears in two highlighted 5-star reviews.
  • Hummus is repeatedly praised for its creamy texture.
  • One reviewer calls out a beautiful indoor garden at the back.
editorial/ updated today

Did you know

Despite its Pasta category, the highlighted diner praise clusters around Mediterranean brunch dishes like shakshuka, hummus, shawarma, and kebab.

editorial/ updated today

What people say

What people say

From real reviews
  • “chicken shawarma”×4
  • “Amazing atmosphere and food”×2
  • “perfect for brunch”×2
  • “best I’ve”×2
  • “brunch Overall the food”
  • “atmosphere and food”
  • “food The chicken”
  • “food The chicken shawarma”
Absolutely loved this Mediterranean brunch spot! We ordered the shakshuka, mushroom hummus, chicken shawarma, and lamb kebab — everything was delicious. The hummus was incredibly smooth and creamy, easily one of the best I’ve had. The lamb kebab was a standout too — super ten…
Lily8 months ago
Such great energy & of course great food (I recommend the Arayes & hummus)!! The perfect atmosphere - balanced where it’s not too casual but it’s also not too formal (which is so hard to find, especially for Kosher food). I’ll definitely be back (& already told my friends!) Th…
Ayalah Gluck4 months ago
Amazing atmosphere and food!! The chicken shawarma is super flavourful, pita is one of the best ive ever had (so fluffy and piping hot), and the hummus is soo creamy. Loved the different sauces provided. Owner is very friendly and made us feel very welcome!! The indoor garden…
melanie tsoi7 months ago
Google reviews/ updated today

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Review signal

4.8

420 Google reviews

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Google Places/ updated today

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Inside Bar Fortuna

Why go

Bar Fortuna carries a strong diner signal: a 4.8 Google rating from 420 reviews at a $$ price point. While the listing data tags it as Pasta, the highlighted reviews point squarely toward a Mediterranean-leaning table built around shakshuka, hummus, chicken shawarma, lamb kebab, Arayes, and hot pita.

The recurring praise is specific: hummus described as smooth and creamy, chicken shawarma called juicy and flavorful, lamb kebab noted for tenderness, and pita singled out as fluffy and piping hot. Reviewers also emphasize the room’s energy — balanced between casual and formal — with one calling out a beautiful indoor garden at the back.

editorial/ updated today

Review signal

4.8

420 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated today

What to order

editorial/ updated today

What people say

What people say

From real reviews
  • “chicken shawarma”×4
  • “Amazing atmosphere and food”×2
  • “perfect for brunch”×2
  • “best I’ve”×2
  • “brunch Overall the food”
  • “atmosphere and food”
  • “food The chicken”
  • “food The chicken shawarma”
Absolutely loved this Mediterranean brunch spot! We ordered the shakshuka, mushroom hummus, chicken shawarma, and lamb kebab — everything was delicious. The hummus was incredibly smooth and creamy, easily one of the best I’ve had. The lamb kebab was a standout too — super ten…
Lily8 months ago
Such great energy & of course great food (I recommend the Arayes & hummus)!! The perfect atmosphere - balanced where it’s not too casual but it’s also not too formal (which is so hard to find, especially for Kosher food). I’ll definitely be back (& already told my friends!) Th…
Ayalah Gluck4 months ago
Amazing atmosphere and food!! The chicken shawarma is super flavourful, pita is one of the best ive ever had (so fluffy and piping hot), and the hummus is soo creamy. Loved the different sauces provided. Owner is very friendly and made us feel very welcome!! The indoor garden…
melanie tsoi7 months ago
Google reviews/ updated today

Fast facts

  • Google users rate Bar Fortuna 4.8 across 420 reviews.
  • The price level is listed as $$.
  • Chicken shawarma appears in two highlighted 5-star reviews.
  • Hummus is repeatedly praised for its creamy texture.
  • One reviewer calls out a beautiful indoor garden at the back.
editorial/ updated today

Did you know

Despite its Pasta category, the highlighted diner praise clusters around Mediterranean brunch dishes like shakshuka, hummus, shawarma, and kebab.

editorial/ updated today
NEARBY

Within walking distance

Other Blackbird spots a short walk from Bar Fortuna.

  • Vamos. Vamos.

    Santa Monica

    1MIN WALKJust around the corner
  • Papille Gustative

    Santa Monica

    1MIN WALKJust around the corner
  • Gnarwhal Coffee Co.

    Santa Monica

    2MIN WALK176m
  • pasjoli

    Santa Monica

    2MIN WALK177m

FAQ

What kind of food does Bar Fortuna serve?

Bar Fortuna serves Pasta cuisine.

How expensive is Bar Fortuna?

Bar Fortuna is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

Where is Bar Fortuna located?

Bar Fortuna is located at 2917 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90405.

How do I check in at Bar Fortuna?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Bar Fortuna in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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