Guidebook for Santa Monica
Food Scene
Great food and people watching, The Butcher’s Daughter is a plant-based restaurant, cafe, juice bar and “vegetable slaughterhouse." TBD has a daily-changing menu, which is 100% vegetarian, and mostly vegan and gluten-free. They can always prepare substitutions for most dietary restrictions.
At The Butcher’s Daughter, they are committed to buying produce from local and organic farms.
175 locals recommend
The Butcher's Daughter
1205 Abbot Kinney BoulevardGreat food and people watching, The Butcher’s Daughter is a plant-based restaurant, cafe, juice bar and “vegetable slaughterhouse." TBD has a daily-changing menu, which is 100% vegetarian, and mostly vegan and gluten-free. They can always prepare substitutions for most dietary restrictions.
At The Butcher’s Daughter, they are committed to buying produce from local and organic farms.
Favorite local coffee shop. Located in the landmark Jeff Ho Surfboards and Zephyr Productions space on the corner of Main & Bay Street in Santa Monica, Dogtown Coffee was born out of a desire to honor and protect a key piece of American skateboard and surfing history, and provide a place for community to hang-out and come together.
DTC serves fun, rustic, health conscious all-day breakfast and lunch, gluten-free and vegan fare, artisan baked treats, and our signature organic, locally micro-roasted coffee and wide selection of organic loose leaf teas. DTC Favorites include breakfast burritos, açai bowls, salads and paninis, and of course, the DTC Sweet ‘n Salty Caramel Iced Coffee.
69 locals recommend
Dogtown Coffee
2003 Main StFavorite local coffee shop. Located in the landmark Jeff Ho Surfboards and Zephyr Productions space on the corner of Main & Bay Street in Santa Monica, Dogtown Coffee was born out of a desire to honor and protect a key piece of American skateboard and surfing history, and provide a place for community to hang-out and come together.
DTC serves fun, rustic, health conscious all-day breakfast and lunch, gluten-free and vegan fare, artisan baked treats, and our signature organic, locally micro-roasted coffee and wide selection of organic loose leaf teas. DTC Favorites include breakfast burritos, açai bowls, salads and paninis, and of course, the DTC Sweet ‘n Salty Caramel Iced Coffee.
Great happy hour during the week and the best burger and fires on Main Street.
80 locals recommend
Brick + Mortar
2435 Main StGreat happy hour during the week and the best burger and fires on Main Street.
Great breakfast and lunch spot. Delicious baked goods, soups, salads and sandwiches.
256 locals recommend
Urth Caffe Santa Monica
2327 Main StGreat breakfast and lunch spot. Delicious baked goods, soups, salads and sandwiches.
Best ice cream in Venice with very unique flavors. Also, more great people watching and shopping on Abbot Kinney.
189 locals recommend
Salt & Straw
1357 Abbot Kinney BlvdBest ice cream in Venice with very unique flavors. Also, more great people watching and shopping on Abbot Kinney.
Authentic Mexican Food Located on Main Street. Tacos From Heaven, Hot Sauce From Hell. Small, hole-in-the-wall go-to spot for big burritos, tacos, tamales & Mexican sodas served till midnight or later. Best breakfast burritos!
32 locals recommend
Holy Guacamole
2906 Main StAuthentic Mexican Food Located on Main Street. Tacos From Heaven, Hot Sauce From Hell. Small, hole-in-the-wall go-to spot for big burritos, tacos, tamales & Mexican sodas served till midnight or later. Best breakfast burritos!
This colorful beach shack serves an inventive and delicious blend of all the Caribbean flavors. Dine in our garden patio or call in for take out.
83 locals recommend
Cha Cha Chicken
1906 Ocean AveThis colorful beach shack serves an inventive and delicious blend of all the Caribbean flavors. Dine in our garden patio or call in for take out.
Hot spot for seasonal New American cuisine presented in a rustic-chic dining room.
1062 locals recommend
Gjelina Take Away
1427 Abbot Kinney BlvdHot spot for seasonal New American cuisine presented in a rustic-chic dining room.
Drinks & Nightlife
Perfect for drinks and steak, Chez Jay on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, California has been serving locals, celebrities and visitors since 1959. Known as a celebrity hang out, “dive bar” or “classy joint” throughout its history. Chez Jay is one of the premier steak and seafood neighborhood restaurants in all of Southern California, offering it’s unique and friendly atmosphere to everyone including those famous faces that still call Chez Jay their favorite place.
46 locals recommend
Chez Jay
1657 Ocean AvePerfect for drinks and steak, Chez Jay on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, California has been serving locals, celebrities and visitors since 1959. Known as a celebrity hang out, “dive bar” or “classy joint” throughout its history. Chez Jay is one of the premier steak and seafood neighborhood restaurants in all of Southern California, offering it’s unique and friendly atmosphere to everyone including those famous faces that still call Chez Jay their favorite place.
The Greek Theatre
2700 N Vermont AveHollywood Bowl
2301 Hollywood Bowl RdDowntown Santa Monica Station
402 Colorado AveShopping
Abbot Kinney Boulevard is a mile long strip of the latest fashion, art and food, just minutes from Venice Beach, California. Sophistication and trend setting with a laid back Venice vibe.
Whether you visit for your daily workout, your monthly beauty appointment or your yearly vacation, Abbot Kinney Blvd never fails to intrigue, amuse and delight you.
1065 locals recommend
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Abbot Kinney BoulevardAbbot Kinney Boulevard is a mile long strip of the latest fashion, art and food, just minutes from Venice Beach, California. Sophistication and trend setting with a laid back Venice vibe.
Whether you visit for your daily workout, your monthly beauty appointment or your yearly vacation, Abbot Kinney Blvd never fails to intrigue, amuse and delight you.
The Grove
189 The Grove Dr3rd Street Promenade
3rd Street PromenadeSHOP. PLAY. DINE. In the heart of the Malibu Civic Center, nestled against the majestic mountains and just a stone's throw from the beach lies the Malibu Country Mart, California's premier location for shopping, dining, and relaxing. Removed from the stress and cookie-cutter selection of your typical shopping experience, the Malibu Country Mart features unique and upscale boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, and personal services set in an astoundingly beautiful atmosphere.
Find that special gift you've been searching for, pamper yourself while you get your car detailed, treat yourself to fabulous fine dining, enjoy the lush gardens and one-of-a-kind sculptures that adorn the property
195 locals recommend
Malibu Country Mart
3835 Cross Creek RdSHOP. PLAY. DINE. In the heart of the Malibu Civic Center, nestled against the majestic mountains and just a stone's throw from the beach lies the Malibu Country Mart, California's premier location for shopping, dining, and relaxing. Removed from the stress and cookie-cutter selection of your typical shopping experience, the Malibu Country Mart features unique and upscale boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, and personal services set in an astoundingly beautiful atmosphere.
Find that special gift you've been searching for, pamper yourself while you get your car detailed, treat yourself to fabulous fine dining, enjoy the lush gardens and one-of-a-kind sculptures that adorn the property
The Brentwood Country Mart, a small collection of shops and restaurants, is something of a local landmark in this community. Established back in 1948, it's a modest little center, but it has its own rustic, New England charm. Not unlike a small version of Farmers Market - only trendier.
From the outside, this old-fashioned shopping center looks just like a large red barn, replete with green awnings and white wood trim. Inside, you'll find 26 quaint shops tucked away between shady brick courtyards and winding walkways. It's the kind of place where you half expect to run into a celebrity around the next corner
114 locals recommend
Brentwood Country Mart
225 26th StThe Brentwood Country Mart, a small collection of shops and restaurants, is something of a local landmark in this community. Established back in 1948, it's a modest little center, but it has its own rustic, New England charm. Not unlike a small version of Farmers Market - only trendier.
From the outside, this old-fashioned shopping center looks just like a large red barn, replete with green awnings and white wood trim. Inside, you'll find 26 quaint shops tucked away between shady brick courtyards and winding walkways. It's the kind of place where you half expect to run into a celebrity around the next corner
Arts & Culture
The Museum of Contemporary Art
250 S Grand AveAnnenberg Space for Photography
2000 Avenue of the StarsMuseum of Illusions
6751 Hollywood Blvd
Art District
Traction AvenueCalifornia Science Center
700 Exposition Park DrCalifornia African American Museum
600 State DrWalt Disney Concert Hall
111 S Grand Ave
Hollywood Pantages Theatre
6233 Hollywood BlvdThe Broad
221 S Grand Ave
The Getty
1200 Getty Center DrEssentials
Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln BlvdErewhon Market
585 Venice Blvd.Co-opportunity
1525 BroadwayParks & Nature
Santa Monica State Beach
Venice Canals
Entertainment & Activities
AMC Century City 15
10250 Santa Monica Blvd
ArcLight Cinemas - Santa Monica
395 3rd Street PromenadeEl Capitan Theatre
6838 Hollywood BlvdTCL Chinese Theatres
6925 Hollywood Blvd
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaL.A. Live Way
L.A. Live Way