Guidebook for Santa Monica
Food Scene
Yummy tapas just an easy walk away. You'll feel like a neighborhood regular. Great for dessert - our favorites are the creme brulee and the dulce de leche crepes.
8 locals recommend
Santino's Santa Monica
3021 Lincoln BoulevardYummy tapas just an easy walk away. You'll feel like a neighborhood regular. Great for dessert - our favorites are the creme brulee and the dulce de leche crepes.
Lattitude Thai Restaurant
2906 Lincoln BlvdGood for delivery or pick up.
Try the shrimp or fish tacos - and, if you're of age, their margaritas pack a punch!
28 locals recommend
Lula Cocina Mexicana
2720 Main StTry the shrimp or fish tacos - and, if you're of age, their margaritas pack a punch!
Watch out or their amazing homemade tortillas will completely fill you up before you even order dinner.
70 locals recommend
Casablanca
220 Lincoln BlvdWatch out or their amazing homemade tortillas will completely fill you up before you even order dinner.
Chaya
110 Navy StGreat food and drink - watch for happy hour specials.
Via Veneto
3009 Main StExcellent Italian for a special occasion.
Stella Barra Pizzeria
2000 Main StNew and popular classy pizza joint.
Holy Guacamole
2906 Main StClassic taco & burrito stop.
ADT
Inexpensive and delicious taco stand.
Starbucks
12100 Santa Monica BlvdWhether you prefer Starbucks or Coffee Bean - both are very nearby.
Coffee Bean is closest, but if you prefer Starbucks it's only one block north.
52 locals recommend
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
2901 Main StCoffee Bean is closest, but if you prefer Starbucks it's only one block north.
Peet's Coffee
2439 Main StreetA big favorite of Californian coffee drinkers.
Order an "I am fabulous" or a "Yo Soy Feliz" at this 100% vegan organic hot spot.
488 locals recommend
Cafe Gratitude
512 Rose AveOrder an "I am fabulous" or a "Yo Soy Feliz" at this 100% vegan organic hot spot.
Delicious Italian - the real deal. For the more upscale version, try their outstanding Piccolo Ristorante on Dudley in Venice.
34 locals recommend
Hostaria Del Piccolo
512 Rose AvenueDelicious Italian - the real deal. For the more upscale version, try their outstanding Piccolo Ristorante on Dudley in Venice.
La Fiesta Brava
259B Hampton DrTasty, affordable Mexican in a relaxed atmosphere.
Superba Snack Bar
DELICIOUS! Do not miss the carbonara. To die for.
Rice balls stuffed with pork or veggies or beef or fish - they're more delicious than that might sound. Called Omusubi or Onigiri, they're good for a snack or light meal.
161 locals recommend
Sunny Spot
822 Washington BlvdRice balls stuffed with pork or veggies or beef or fish - they're more delicious than that might sound. Called Omusubi or Onigiri, they're good for a snack or light meal.
Everything Else
Sunday mornings until 1pm. Live music, brunch, flowers, souvenirs, and, of course, fresh local fruits and vegetables. Don't miss the fresh coconut juice - usually in the back left corner.
8 locals recommend
hellomellow - santa monica farmers market
2640 Main StSunday mornings until 1pm. Live music, brunch, flowers, souvenirs, and, of course, fresh local fruits and vegetables. Don't miss the fresh coconut juice - usually in the back left corner.
Rent surfboards, bikes and skates here where Ocean Park hits the ocean.
41 locals recommend
Perry’s Cafe and Beach Rentals
2400 Ocean Front WalkRent surfboards, bikes and skates here where Ocean Park hits the ocean.
The Yoga Collective
512 Rose AveOne of three yoga studios in walking distance.
YogaWorks Main St
2215 Main StGreat yoga - from high intensity to therapeutic.
Exhale Los Angeles - Venice
245 S Main StLovely yoga studio!
Blue Sparrow
2808 Main StThere are so many cute boutiques on Main St., but this is my current favorite.
There are many choices for nail salons on Main Street, but this is my go-to place.
Zumdior Nails & Hair Spa
2503 Main StThere are many choices for nail salons on Main Street, but this is my go-to place.
CVS
12015 Wilshire BlvdShort walk to pick up essentials.
Biggest WF around and the original "it's getting real in the Whole Foods parking lot."
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UFc1pr2yUU
1701 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln BlvdBiggest WF around and the original "it's getting real in the Whole Foods parking lot."
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UFc1pr2yUU
Drinks & Nightlife
One of the oldest bars in town. The filet mignon salad is a favorite. Check out the bar for happy hour.
55 locals recommend
The Galley
2442 Main StOne of the oldest bars in town. The filet mignon salad is a favorite. Check out the bar for happy hour.
The Victorian
2640 Main StSpeakeasy vibe for a night out.
Cerveteca
523 Rose AveFun for brunch or (and/or?) beer!
Brick + Mortar
2435 Main StCatch a game over good pizza and beer.