Guidebook for Santa Monica
Food Scene
The Hideaway is one of my favorites hidden spots for a quite meal, beautiful views, and great food.
OCEANA
849 Ocean AveThe Hideaway is one of my favorites hidden spots for a quite meal, beautiful views, and great food.
Great place for a healthy, quick, informal meal (lunch / dinner)
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Tender Greens
6290 Sunset BlvdGreat place for a healthy, quick, informal meal (lunch / dinner)
Great healthy option for lunch and/or dinner if you happen to be in the mood to shop.
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True Food Kitchen
395 Santa Monica PlGreat healthy option for lunch and/or dinner if you happen to be in the mood to shop.
Hillstone
202 Wilshire BlvdBest burger in town for $20. Always a safe bet.
In-N-Out Burger
13425 Washington BlvdYou're in California. Get a double double animal style.
Santa Monica Seafood Co
1000 Wilshire BlvdGreat place for the freshest seafood product.
Take the elevator to the PH, and enjoy the views, a cocktail, and a meal. One of my favorites.
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The Huntley Hotel Santa Monica Beach
1111 2nd StTake the elevator to the PH, and enjoy the views, a cocktail, and a meal. One of my favorites.
Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market & Patio Cafe
25653 CA-1Worth the drive.
Baby Blues BBQ - Venice
444 Lincoln BlvdBest BBQ Ribs on the Westside.
The Tasting Kitchen
1633 Abbot Kinney BlvdFavorite Spot. Make Resi before heading over.
Gjelina Take Away
1427 Abbot Kinney BlvdMake a reservation. Solid place to have dinner.
Yu-N-MI
9530 S Santa Monica BlvdOne of my favorite Sushi Spots. Like being in a really bad 80's movie.
BOA Steakhouse Santa Monica
101 Santa Monica BlvdSolid Steak House.
Everything Else
Great place to work out. Day Passes available. Within walking distance from apartment.
Easton Gym Santa Monica
Great place to work out. Day Passes available. Within walking distance from apartment.
Sonki Fitness
1112 Montana AveComes highly recommended by Yelp.
For all those who have nationwide passes. This is right down the street.
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Equinox Santa Monica
201 Santa Monica BlvdFor all those who have nationwide passes. This is right down the street.
One of 5 that are within walking distance.
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Santa Monica Power Yoga & Meditation
1540 2nd StOne of 5 that are within walking distance.
Hot 8 Yoga
1422 2nd StAnother highly recommended Yoga Studio.
Naam Yoga LA
1231 4th StTop rated Yoga Studio on the west side.
Sumbody
1831 Wilshire BlvdOptions are the best when it comes to Pilates.
The Hidden Gem for you golfers who hate 5 hour rounds. Beautiful Par 72 public course.
Malibu Golf Club
901 Encinal Canyon RdThe Hidden Gem for you golfers who hate 5 hour rounds. Beautiful Par 72 public course.
A true east coast deli right here at your fingertips. Best to order online - no waiting.
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Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery
1517 Lincoln BlvdA true east coast deli right here at your fingertips. Best to order online - no waiting.
Everything and anything right outside your door.
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Apple Third Street Promenade
1415 3rd Street PromenadeEverything and anything right outside your door.
Apple Third Street Promenade
1415 3rd Street PromenadeFor those impulsive ipad purchases.
Bank of America Financial Center
1301 4th StBanking is part of life
Chase Bank
1415 Lincoln BlvdFor those who bank with Chase.
Wells Fargo Bank
11601 Wilshire BlvdThe Trifecta is complete next to B of A, and Chase.
Filled with some of Venice's best restaurants and bars.
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Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Abbot Kinney BoulevardFilled with some of Venice's best restaurants and bars.
UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica
1250 16th StHospital
US Post Office
Mail a post card to someone while you are visiting.
Hennessey + Ingalls
300 S Santa Fe AveBest bookstore in town.
T.J. Maxx
1251 4th StGreat place for travel knick-knacks.
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
500 Wilshire BoulevardWho doesn't like having a Whole Foods 500 yards away.
Who doesn't love Trader Joe's - You'll have to drive there, but in the evenings and weekends 10-15 minutes tops.
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Trader Joe's
6150 Slauson AveWho doesn't love Trader Joe's - You'll have to drive there, but in the evenings and weekends 10-15 minutes tops.
Shopping
REI
402 Santa Monica BlvdOutdoor Everything.
Drinks & Nightlife
Venice Beach Wines
529 Rose AveGreat happy hour casual meeting spot.
Polo Lounge
9641 Sunset BlvdHistoric and Classy. Best soufflé in all of Los Angeles.
The Misfit Restaurant + Bar
225 Santa Monica BlvdGood local dive. Simple food.