Lu’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
If you love Ramen or Asian food in general, this is the place to be. Very vibrant and every foodie comes here for drinks, desserts and a variety of authentic Asian food!
82 locals recommend
Sawtelle Japantown
If you love Ramen or Asian food in general, this is the place to be. Very vibrant and every foodie comes here for drinks, desserts and a variety of authentic Asian food!
Monterey Park
Authentic Chinese food.
A mile-long strip of the latest fashion, art and food
just minutes from Venice Beach, California.
1065 locals recommend
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Abbot Kinney BoulevardA mile-long strip of the latest fashion, art and food
just minutes from Venice Beach, California.
A place to hangout
Westfield Century City is a two-level, super nice outdoor shopping center, the mall is anchored by Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Macy's, a Gelson's supermarket, and a 15-screen AMC multiplex.
372 locals recommend
Westfield Century City
10250 Santa Monica BlvdWestfield Century City is a two-level, super nice outdoor shopping center, the mall is anchored by Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Macy's, a Gelson's supermarket, and a 15-screen AMC multiplex.
Rodeo Drive is one of the world’s most glamorous luxury destinations. Whatever the nature of your visit, enjoy unparalleled shopping, acclaimed full-service, and boutique hotel accommodations, superb dining, art, and cultural destinations, buildings designed by architectural legends including Peter Marino, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Rem Koolhaas, spas and salons, and exceptional walkability.
1361 locals recommend
Rodeo Drive
Rodeo DriveRodeo Drive is one of the world’s most glamorous luxury destinations. Whatever the nature of your visit, enjoy unparalleled shopping, acclaimed full-service, and boutique hotel accommodations, superb dining, art, and cultural destinations, buildings designed by architectural legends including Peter Marino, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Rem Koolhaas, spas and salons, and exceptional walkability.
The Santa Monica Pier is a large double-jointed pier at the foot of Colorado Avenue in Santa Monica, California, United States. It contains a small amusement park, concession stands, and areas for views and fishing
2744 locals recommend
Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica PierThe Santa Monica Pier is a large double-jointed pier at the foot of Colorado Avenue in Santa Monica, California, United States. It contains a small amusement park, concession stands, and areas for views and fishing
Biking, chilling, suntanning, there's so much you can do by the beach. Check out this guide: https://www.santamonica.com/things-to-do/santa-monica-beach/
315 locals recommend
Santa Monica Beach
Biking, chilling, suntanning, there's so much you can do by the beach. Check out this guide: https://www.santamonica.com/things-to-do/santa-monica-beach/
Platform LA
8850 Washington BlvdGreat outdoor shopping and food place.
Downtown Santa Monica Station
402 Colorado AveBest outdoor shopping/dining heaven.
Food scene
Bondi Harvest
1814 Berkeley StCute outdoor brunch spot. Super chic and casual.
Lunetta All Day
2420 Pico BlvdOne of my favorite breakfast/lunch place. Food is really good
Their Bolognese and Garlic rolls/ Chopped salad are a must try! Opens very early for a great breakfast and lunch and dinner :)
130 locals recommend
Milo & Olive
2723 Wilshire BlvdTheir Bolognese and Garlic rolls/ Chopped salad are a must try! Opens very early for a great breakfast and lunch and dinner :)
Great lunch special with a bit of a fancy vibe ;) Love their seafood selection
24 locals recommend
Avra Beverly Hills Estiatorio
233 N Beverly DrGreat lunch special with a bit of a fancy vibe ;) Love their seafood selection
One of my favorite seafood restaurant with a beautiful sunset view by the beach.
83 locals recommend
The Lobster
1602 Ocean AveOne of my favorite seafood restaurant with a beautiful sunset view by the beach.
Il Cielo
9018 Burton WayTruffle pasta to die for! Delicious Italian food.
My go to seafood restaurant since I love their oyesters, clams, rib-eye and everything is delicious. Also with palm tree and ocean view.
104 locals recommend
Water Grill
544 S Grand AveMy go to seafood restaurant since I love their oyesters, clams, rib-eye and everything is delicious. Also with palm tree and ocean view.
Shouldn't need much introduction to this oceanside restaurant in Malibu
477 locals recommend
Nobu Malibu
22706 Pacific Coast HwyShouldn't need much introduction to this oceanside restaurant in Malibu
Need reservation! Beautiful rooftop west Hollywood views and great food!
214 locals recommend
Catch LA
8715 Melrose AveNeed reservation! Beautiful rooftop west Hollywood views and great food!
Hotel Casa del Mar
1910 Ocean WayRestaurants here are great! Live music and fresh seafood
Osteria Mozza
6602 Melrose AveBest Pizza
Elephante
1332 2nd StBeautiful rooftop in Santa Monica. Vibrant and hip!
Barrique
796 Main StFeels like you're in italy! One of the best pastas in town!
Felix
1023 Abbot Kinney BlvdOnly take reservations - Italian food!
Sichuan Impression
235 W Valley BlvdAuthentic Spicy SIchuan cuisine on our side of town!
Din Tai Fung
1164 Caruso AveLocal Authentic Chinese Hot Pot !
Meizhou Dongpo Restaurant
10250 Santa Monica BlvdPeking Duck !
City/town information
Beverly Hills
Tons of shopping!