Roadhouse in the News
January 8, 2026
Historic Santa Monica Pier Building to Become Route 66–Inspired California Roadhouse
New Dining and Entertainment Venue Led by Local Restaurateur Sean Ahaus Is Slated to Open in Spring
November 23, 2025
Matthew Hall
New Restaurant to Replace Rusty's on Santa Monica Pier
The Santa Monica Pier marks the symbolic end of the road for Historic Route 66 but proprietors of The California Roadhouse, a new restaurant and entertainment venue replacing the recently closed Rusty's Surf Ranch hope they can keep the party going with the preservation of live music over the Pacific Ocean.