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The ambience is fantastic. We loved the patio and having drinks outside. Price point is also great and they have a good happy hour. The place gets super packed in the evenings so highly recommend a reservation. In terms of food, try the steak Tatar and the cold borscht. The sampler plate is also great to try. I wasn’t too keen on the potato and cheese pierogi or potato pancakes though, I’ve had better. The chicken and beef pierogi are way to go.
Came here for a social lingo event and that was fun! Would recommend, saw a bunch of unique languages (I was trying to practice mandarin but was feeling a bit introverted so didn't really get myself out there). But enough about social lingo, let's get down to solidarity. Super cool vibes, i like the outside area a lot. Kind of loud so for folks like me with terrible hearing, could be harder to hear conversations for the dining area near the bar. Drinks were fair, I just ordered tequila soda. Kielbasa was okay, a bit bland but I'm not an aficionado of polish food. Pierogis were good as well. I've heard the place is authentic but up to you to decide. Service was prompt and really nice. They gave me a pitcher to refill my own water which I like since I drink a lot of water. Would visit again to really focus on trying the food.
Ended up dropping by for my first time because there was a speed dating event being hosted here. If you’re driving, there is a small lot to the right side of the restaurant but it could be a hit or miss but Santa Monica has a lot of public parking lots nearby so parking shouldn’t really be a problem. At first, you don’t really know what you’re going to expect but as soon as you walk in, you are greeted with a dimly lit outside garden vibe. Perfect for a date, dinner with friends, or an event! I had the pleasure of meeting Matthew the host last night and he was the sweetest! He was able to make some recommendations of the Warsaw vodka mule, stuffed cabbage, side of Mizeria, and the small plate taster! Ended up getting all three. The mule was similar to a Moscow mule but a bit sweeter, they embellish it with fresh rosemary which made it pleasantly fragrant! To my surprise, I really ended up liking the stuffed cabbage because it was very juicy, but also hearty. If you are vegan or vegetarian, they do have a plant-based option, which I hear to be very good as well! it came with a side of mashed potatoes and broccoli, and sat on top of what tasted like a tomato based sauce. The side of mizeria (sliced cucumbers) was super refreshing paired with the stuffed cabbage, glad I got it as it acted as a palate cleanser. If you’re wanting to try a variety of things, I definitely would recommend the plate taster, as it gives you a tasting of a bunch of things on the menu and is perfect for a 1 person meal. Throughout the night, Matthew kept checking in and making sure that my friend and I were very well attended to, couldn’t ask for a better host! Thank you! The drinks, vibes, and people were awesome and I’ll definitely be coming back with more friends! A little hidden gem, don’t sleep on it!
Hidden outdoor patio. Facade is misleading. Big tables and plantings in the shade. Tasty classic Polish dishes. Try all the pierogis and kielbasa.
With Santa Monica filled with corporate chain restaurants, Solidarity stands out as a unique and bright spot. I met friends there for happy hour and the menu and prices did not disappoint. We had the sausage, pierogi sampler plate and the grilled cheese sandwich and everything was delicious. Our server was attentive and accommodating. This place is a must when visiting Santa Monica.