Santa Monica Attractions Lowes on the Beach: The name says it all… About Our Santa Monica Beachfront Hotel With our fabulous array of amenities, every guest at the recently renovated Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel can expect an exceptionally indulgent and relaxing experience. Located directly west of Los Angeles, our hotel is an outstanding choice among Santa Monica beachfront hotels - offering spectacular Pacific Ocean views and a chic, contemporary new feel. In addition to sophisticated new accommodations , the breezy updated design of this Los Angeles beachfront hotel features the state-of-the-art Ocean Spa & Fitness , a sun- splashed seaside pool and lounge area and fantastic ocean view dining spots . http://www.santamonicaloewshotel.com/
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Santa Monica Attractions Lowes on the Beach:
The name says it all…
About Our Santa Monica Beachfront Hotel
With our fabulous array of amenities, every guest at the recently renovated Loews Santa Monica Beach
Hotel can expect an exceptionally indulgent and relaxing experience. Located directly west of Los Angeles,
our hotel is an outstanding choice among Santa Monica beachfront hotels - offering spectacular Pacific
Ocean views and a chic, contemporary new feel. In addition to sophisticated new accommodations, the breezy
updated design of this Los Angeles beachfront hotel features the state-of-the-art Ocean Spa & Fitness, a sun-
splashed seaside pool and lounge area and fantastic ocean view dining spots.
one-of-a-kind shopping, movie theatre, restaurants and street performers
Muscle Beach:
The world famous Muscle Beach (celebrities like Mae West and the fitness guru Jack LaLanne trained
here) still stands with a full gym on the beautiful sand.
Muscle Beach, home of Iron Man tournament
Venice Beach:
A stroll from Santa Monica beach takes you to an outdoor bazaar with dozens of street venders,
musicians and shops that can’t be found anywhere else. Also nearby are amazing canals and bridges in
Venice.
City of Venice Canals and Bridges
Venice Boardwalk
Santa Monica Beach and Pier:
An arcade and aquarium all along a historic pier
Santa Monica famous Harbor Sign
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NOTE: This map is not to scale.All locations are approximate.Big Blue Bus and Mini Blue services/routes are correct as of publication date, but are subjectto change without notice.
109 Broadway • The best Mediterranean cuisine—juststeps from the beach! We serve succulent wraps & plateslike kabobs, shawerma, kofta and rotisserie chicken, aswell as veggie favorites like falafel, hummus, tahini, andtabouleh salad. Make your favorite wrap a combo withsoft drink and fries for an additional $2.99!
310.319.6262
Alexandria Cafe
1434 2nd St. • Let us be your tour guide as we takeyou to Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, MovieStars’ Homes, Chinese Theatre, Kodak Theatre, Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign and much more. Choose froma closed air-conditioned bus or an open-air fun bus.lasightseeing.net 800.870.1886
LA Sightseeing Tours & Charters
1423-A 2nd St. • The TRUSTED Name for Tours.#1 on TripAdvisor.com (Get the Truth, Then Go™).Award-winning 2008 & 2009 for Best Tour Company.Daily sightseeing city tours to Beverly Hills/Rodeo Drive,Hollywood Sign/Walk of Fame, theme parks, Las Vegas,and much more. AmazingLATours.com 310.587.2211
Amazing L.A. Tours
Downtown & Third Street Promenade • Thisworld-famous coastal shopping and dining destinationfeatures many entertainment choices from movies to live theater and street performers, as well as a Farmers’ Market Wednesday and Saturdays.DowntownSM.com 310.393.8355
Downtown Santa Monica & Third Street Promenade
174 Kinney St. • This busy family friendly seafoodrestaurant has been a Santa Monica staple for over 30years. Offering a full bar & freshly caught mesquite-grilled seafood plus premium steaks, chicken and pastaat a reasonable price seven days a week.EnterpriseFishCo.com 310.392.8366
Enterprise Fish Co.
120 Colorado Ave. • With the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade at our doorstep, the sights of Hollywood, Beverly Hillsand Los Angeles minutes away, we offer the perfectlocation. HISantaMonicaHotel.com 310.451.0676
Holiday Inn Santa Monica Beach111 Broadway at Ocean Ave. • In 1975 Joe’s Pizzaopened in New York City. Now open in Santa Monica.The Travel Channel calls Joe’s “The Rockstar of AllPizza.” Recognized by Zagat and The NY Post as “The Best Pizza in the World.” Open late.JoesPizza.com 310.395.9222
Joe’s Pizza
2654 Main St. • La Vecchia Cucina has proudlyserved as Santa Monica’s finest neighborhood Italianrestaurant since 1990. We offer outstanding Italiancuisine, a great wine list, full bar, warm hospitality anda relaxed atmosphere. Open daily for lunch and dinner.LaVecchia.com 310.399.7979
La Vecchia Cucina
1602 Ocean Ave. • Serving award-winning classicAmerican seafood specializing in live Maine lobster. Apanoramic 180º view of the Pacific Ocean showcasesspectacular sunsets. Soak in fresh coastal breezes andenjoy happy hour Mon–Fri: 4:30–6:30 pm.TheLobster.com 310.458.9294
The Lobster
231 Arizona Ave. • Cuisine of No. Italy’s Lake Como, afavorite of foodies, celebs, locals and travelers. Exceptionalflavors; friendly service; fresh Santa Monica Farmers’ Marketseasonal ingredients; the ultimate upscale restaurantexperience. Happy Hour nightly. “Don’t miss the Ossobuccoalla Milanese”—GOURMET.LagoSantaMonica.com 310.451.3525
Lago
1212 Third St. Promenade • Pan-Asian lovers cansavor the true aromas and tastes of Asia at this bustlingSanta Monica eatery. An array of Pacific Rim delicacies fillthe menu. Happy Hour 4–7 pm daily and Late Happy HourMon–Thu: 9–10:30 pm & Fri–Sat: 10–11:30 pmGlobalDiningCA.com 310.576.9996
Monsoon Café
322 Santa Monica Pier • Our open-top double-decker narrated city tour operates across Los Angeles,letting you hop-on and -off the bus at 50 stops aroundthe city. The tour can be started at any of the bus stops.
mark stop locations on map above.StarlineTours.com 1.800.460.8331
Starline CitySightseeing Hop-on Hop-off
WELCOME TO SANTA MONICA!For more information please contact us:
DISTANCES FROM SANTA MONICABeverly Hills 7 miles 11 kmDisneyland 45 miles 73 kmDowntown LA (LA Convention Center)
13 miles 21 kmGetty Center 10 miles 17 kmHollywood 12 miles 19 kmLAX (Los Angeles International Airport)
8 miles 13 kmMalibu 8 miles 13 kmMarina del Rey 2 miles 3 kmPalm Springs 137 miles 220 kmRose Bowl 22 miles 36 kmSan Diego 139 miles 227 kmSanta Barbara 80 miles 130 kmSony Studios 7 miles 11 kmUCLA/Westwood 5 miles 8 kmUniversal Studios 18 miles 29 kmVenice Beach 0.5 miles 1 kmWest Hollywood 10 miles 15 km
SANTA MONICA WALKING INFOSanta Monica is a very walkable city; however, you may want to use a local bus (see legend for more information). Here are distances between key points throughout Santa Monica:
Santa Monica Pierto Bergamot Station Art Center 2.25 mito Downtown/Promenade .55 mito Lincoln Boulevard .55 mito Main Street .92 mito Montana Avenue 1.74 mi
Main Streetto Downtown/Promenade 1.46 mito Montana Avenue 2.81 mi
Downtown/Promenadeto Bergamot Station 2.54 mito Montana Avenue 1.19 mi
PLEASE BE AWARE:Cellphone Hands-Free Driving—The State of Californiarecently enacted a law that bans drivers from using handhelddevices while operating a motor vehicle. Please use a wirelessor wired headset while driving in California to avoid anyinfraction of this new law.
Smoking is prohibited on the Third StreetPromenade, beaches, parks and most of the famedSanta Monica Pier. The ban also extends to outdoor dining and bar areas, allowing patrons to eat and drink without theannoyance and health hazard of cigarette smoke. In addition, it is illegal to smoke at bus stops, ATMs, kiosks, movie lines,Farmers’ Markets, and within 20 feet of any entrance, exit, or open window of a building open to the public. The penaltyfor violations of the law is $100.
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Amazing L.A. Tours • 1423-A 2nd St. • The TRUSTED Name for Tours. #1 onTripAdvisor.com (Get the Truth, Then Go™). Award-winning 2008 & 2009 for Best Tour Company.Daily sightseeing city tours to Beverly Hills/Rodeo Drive, Hollywood Sign/Walk of Fame, themeparks, Las Vegas, and much more. AmazingLATours.com 310.587.2211
Annenberg Community Beach House at Santa Monica StateBeach • 415 Pacific Coast Highway • A new public beach club where everyone’s a member. Enjoy our pool, café, cultural events, fitness classes and more. Relax…it’s a great dayat the beach. AnnenbergBeachHouse.com 310.458.4904
LA Sightseeing Tours & Charters • 1434 2nd St. • Let us be your tour guideas we take you to Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Movie Stars’ Homes, Hollywood Signand much more.lasightseeing.net 800.870.1886
Pacific Park • 380 Santa Monica Pier • Admission-free amusement park on the Santa Monica Pier; 12 rides, over 21 games and attractions and an oceanfront food plaza.PacPark.com 310.260.8744
Playland Arcade • 350 Santa Monica Pier • Playland Arcade on the Santa Monica Pier featuring video games from the classics to the latest cutting-edge action games.Test your skills playing Guitar Hero, Super 21, Dance Revolution and Deal Or No Deal. Cash in your tickets and select between hundreds of prizes. 310.451.5133
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium • 1600 Ocean Front Walk • Heal the Bay’smarine education facility allows interaction with hundreds of Santa Monica Bay species.Touch tanks, naturalist presentations, a kids corner and a puppet theater are featured attractions. Open Tue–Sun. HealTheBay.org/smpa 310.393.6149
Starline Tours • 322 Santa Monica Pier • LA’s premier tour company. World Famous Movie Stars’ Homes Tours, the best Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Sightseeing Tours of Hollywood and major So-Cal attractions. Select Hotel Pick-up available. StarlineTours.com 1.800.460.8331
Trapeze School New York • 370 Santa Monica Pier • Finally, it’s your turn to try what the nation’s been raving about. As seen on Sex In The City. Flying Trapeze, Trampoline, Silks, Birthday Parties and Team Building every day.TrapezeSchool.com 310.394.5800
Beadniks • 203 Arizona Ave. • Escape into an exotic world of beads and jewelry tocreate your very own Santa Monica keepsake. Enjoy some family fun in a hideaway courtyard,just steps from the famous Third Street Promenade. Mon–Sat: 10 am–9 pm; Sun: Noon–6 pm Beadniks.com/SantaMonica 310.395.0033
Blue • 223 Broadway • Located by the Third Street Promenade, Blue has trip planning,maps, schedules and bus fares. It also features earth-friendly products, and transit-related itemsincluding limited-edition token jewelry handcrafted by local artisans from antique bus tokens.BigBlueBus.com 310.451.5444
Budget of Santa Monica • 1723 Wilshire Blvd. • We have many cars for the“budget-minded” customer from economy to full-size cars, mini-vans, and SUVs. We also offersome more exciting models including Porsche and Mercedes. BudgetSantaMonica.com 310.586.9719
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The Art Institute of Californiasm—Los Angeles • 2900 31st St.Offering Bachelor, Associate and Diploma degree programs in the culinary, design, fashion, and media arts. Operated by students, Bistro 31 Restaurant features gourmet dining at a fraction of the cost. ArtInstitutes.edu/LosAngeles 310.752.4700
Bangkok West • 606 Santa Monica Blvd. • Bangkok West is the new trendyThai restaurant that you do not want to miss! In a stunning décor, our Thai service is guaranteedto satisfy. Thai Fusion & traditional prepared with the freshest ingredients. Online ordering and reservations. BangkokWestThaiCuisine.com 310.395.9658
Benihana • 1447 4th St. • Watch as your own personal chef prepares steak, chickenand seafood with dazzling skill right before your eyes. Mouth-watering sushi and sashimi arealso available. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Convenient parking across the street. Benihana.com 310.260.1423
Big Dean’s Ocean Front Cafe • 1615 Ocean Front Walk • On the beachwhere the “locals” meet and the “fun loving” tourists always return! Great food, beer, wine,music, satellite sports, two outdoor patios, and reasonable prices. Children welcome. Zagat rated. 310.393.2666
Border Grill • 1445 4th St. • Enjoy upscale, modern Mexican food in a vibrant settingat Border Grill, the hip, urban cantina from chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger. BorderGrill.com 310.451.1655
Buca di Beppo • 1442 2nd St. • Buca di Beppo gets to the heart of fresh Italian cookingwith recipes like chicken carbonara featuring imported Italian spaghetti. At Buca, we serve family-style food in two portion sizes. Buca Small feeds two to three; Buca Large feeds an average-sizedcountry. Well, actually it feeds four to six. BucadiBeppo.com 310.587.2782
Café Crêpe • 1460 Third St. Promenade • Classic European café with Parisiancrêpes, full traditional breakfasts, French baguette sandwiches, grilled Italian panini, exceptional Italian roasted Illy coffee and expanded dinner menu. Also featuring full bar and catering. 310.576.0499
Alexandria Cafe • 109 Broadway • The best Mediterranean cuisine—just steps from the beach! We serve succulent wraps & plates like kabobs, shawerma, kofta and rotisseriechicken, as well as veggie favorites like falafel, hummus, tahini, and tabouleh salad. Make yourfavorite wrap a combo with soft drink and fries for an additional $2.99! 310.319.6262
La Vecchia Cucina • 2654 Main St. • La Vecchia Cucina has proudly served asSanta Monica’s finest neighborhood Italian restaurant since 1990. We offer outstanding Italiancuisine, a great wine list, full bar, warm hospitality and a relaxed atmosphere. Open daily for lunch and dinner. LaVecchia.com 310.399.7979
Back On The Beach Café • 445 Pacific Coast Hwy. • The only restaurant in Santa Monica ON THE SAND! Bring the family and come as you are. A classic California café with reasonable prices and one heck of a location…at the Annenberg Community Beach House!Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. 310.393.8282
Dhaba Cuisine of India • 2104 Main St. • Serving tasty, healthy home-style Indian cuisine in our charming dining room or heated, outdoor patio. Light vegetarian dishes and delicious chicken, lamb, and seafood curries.Dhaba.biz 310.399.9452
Angelato Cafe • 301 Arizona Ave. • Over 100 flavors of authentic gourmet Italian low-fat gelato ice cream, sorbetto, yogurt (sugar-free, soy-based available). Try our cappuccino, espresso, pastries and panini too.AngelatoCafe.com 310.656.9999
La Grande Orange • 2000 Main St. • La Grande Orange is a testament to American cooking done really well. The dishes are created each day with fresh and honest ingredients. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.LaGrandeOrangeSM.com 310.396.9145
The Lobster • 1602 Ocean Ave. • Serving award-winning classic American seafoodspecializing in live Maine lobster. A panoramic 180º view of the Pacific Ocean showcasing someof the most spectacular sunsets in Southern California. Happy Hour Mon–Fri: 4:30–6:30 pm TheLobster.com 310.458.9294
Lago • 231 Arizona Ave. • Cuisine of No. Italy’s Lake Como, a favorite of foodies, celebs,locals and travelers. Friendly service; fresh Santa Monica Farmers’ Market seasonal ingredients;the ultimate upscale restaurant experience. “Don’t miss the Ossobuco alla Milanese”–GOURMET.LagoSantaMonica.com 310.451.3525
Louise’s Trattoria • 1008 Montana Ave. • A Santa Monica staple since 1978,Louise’s features fresh pastas, traditional favorites, gourmet salads and decadent desserts. A fabulous wine list and famous handmade focaccia bread complement their extensive menu.$8–$15. Louises.com 310.394.8888
Mariasol • 401 Santa Monica Pier • A picturesque and tasty Mexican restaurant at the end of the Santa Monica Pier known for its fabulous margaritas, fresh food and sweepingviews of the Santa Monica coastline. Mariasol.com 310.917.5050
Michael’s • 1147 Third St. • Alive with conversation, smooth service, and deliciousfood, Michael’s presents the best of American cuisine. Here classic culinary techniques transformfresh seasonal products into memorable meals paired with an impressive wine list of more than800 labels. MichaelsSantaMonica.com 310.451.0843
Monsoon Café • 1212 Third St. Promenade • Pan-Asian lovers can savor the truearomas and tastes of Asia at this bustling Santa Monica eatery. An array of Pacific Rim delicaciesfill the menu. With Happy Hour 4–7 pm daily and Late Happy Hour Mon–Thu: 9–10:30 pm &Fri–Sat: 10–11:30 pm. GlobalDiningCA.com 310.576.9996
Ocean Cafe • 100 Wilshire Blvd. (downstairs) • Going to the beach? Stop by our gourmet salad bar with fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables from the local Santa Monica Farmers’ Market, gourmet sandwiches on artisan bread, hot panini and handcrafted espressofeaturing local Jones Coffee Roaster. TheOceanCafe.com 310.255.0520
Omelette Parlor • 2732 Main St. • Serving Santa Monica the best breakfast and value for over 30 years. Join us for 1/2 price omelettes every day from 6 am to 7 am! Think Friendliness & Freshness!
310.399.7892
Opaque—dining in the dark • 2020 Wilshire Blvd. at V-Lounge • Enjoy a journey of your senses into a new world of sensitivity by experiencing our unique dining adventure, served by blind individuals in a completely dark dining room.DarkDining.com 310.546.7619
Downtown Santa Monica & Third Street PromenadeA great choice of cafés and restaurants. Dine alfresco on the Third Street Promenade or discover delicious culinary treats throughout 30 blocks of Downtown Santa Monica. DowntownSM.com 310.393.8355
Enterprise Fish Co. • 174 Kinney St. • This busy family friendly seafood restaurant has been a Santa Monica staple for over 30 years. Offering a full bar & freshlycaught mesquite-grilled seafood plus premium steaks, chicken, and pasta at a reasonableprice seven days a week. EnterpriseFishCo.com 310.392.8366
Hooters of Santa Monica • 321 Santa Monica Blvd. • A casual, beach-themed restaurant known for the Hooters Girls—the surfer girl next door. Hooters serves seafood, burgers, sandwiches and “nearly world famous” chicken wings.Hootwinc.com 310.458.7555
Jinky’s Café • 1447 2nd St. • The best pancakes, omelettes, waffles, sandwichesand salads with Southwestern and International flavors. Full coffee bar and patio service. Votedone of the best breakfasts in L.A. Zagat rated. Open for Breakfast and Lunch daily—Mon–Fri:7:30 am–3 pm; Sat & Sun: 7:30 am–4 pm. Jinkys.com 310.917.3311
Joe’s Pizza • 111 Broadway at Ocean Ave. • In 1975 Joe’s Pizza opened in NewYork City. Now open in Santa Monica. The Travel Channel calls Joe’s “The Rockstar of All Pizza.”Recognized by Zagat and The NY Post as “The Best Pizza in the World.” Open late.JoesPizza.com 310.395.9222
Johnny Rockets • 1322 Third St. Promenade • A California native, since 1989,Johnny Rockets offers the food, fun and friendliness that remind guests of timeless, feel-goodAmericana. Every Johnny Rockets restaurant serves simple, great-tasting food from a menu of all-American favorites. JohnnyRockets.com 310.394.6362
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Gladstone’s Malibu • 17300 Pacific Coast Highway (at Sunset) • Gladstone’sis one of California’s favorite dining destinations, situated against the crashing waves of theMalibu coastline. Sit on our deck and enjoy signature cocktails and a bounty of fresh seafood,all while gazing across the stunning Pacific. Gladstones.com 310.573.0212
Yankee Doodles • 1410 Third St. Promenade • Located in the heart of Santa Monica’s infamous Third Street Promenade, Yankee Doodles is your one-stop shop for the hottest in sports bar, restaurant and billiards entertainment.YankeeDoodles.com 310.394.4632
Rusty’s Surf Ranch • 256 Santa Monica Pier • On the world-famous SantaMonica Pier, with a vintage surfboard collection, pool tables, heated covered patios & casual atmosphere. Enjoy live music, dancing and award-winning cuisine. All ages. RustysSurfRanch.com 310.393.7437
Stefano’s Pizzeria • 1310 Third St. Promenade • New York-style pizza, pastas,calzones, sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit, and desserts. All ingredients are made fresh daily and in-house! We now deliver.StefanosNewYorkPizza.com 310.587.2429
Thai Dishes • 111 Santa Monica Blvd. • Thai Dishes has been serving delicioushome-style Thai cooking for over 20 years. Every dish can be specially prepared from mild to extra spicy. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Dine in, take out & delivery. ThaiDishesSantaMonica.com 310.394.6189
West 4th/Jane • 1432-A 4th St. • N.Y. Bohemian Beer Joint. Where New York style and atmosphere merge with the California beach lifestyle. Local neighborhood bar featuring wine, sake and over 100 beers. West4thJane.com 310.395.6765
Wilshire Restaurant • 2454 Wilshire Blvd. • Our menu is developed around organic, seasonal ingredients from local farmers’ markets. Dishes originate from a fusion ofAmerican and international influences. Enjoy sophisticated, excellent food in a beautiful but casual atmosphere. Lunch/dinner/cocktails. WilshireRestaurant.com 310.586.1707
World Cafe • 2820 Main St. • With Santa Monica’s best patio, World Cafe offers an eclectic menu of pizza, pasta, seafood, steak and vegetarian dishes. Spend an evening in the Honeycomb Lounge enjoying an amazing cocktail or watching a game on the big screen. WorldCafeLA.com 310.392.1661
Yankee Doodles • 1410 Third St. Promenade • Located in the heart of Santa Monica’s infamous Third Street Promenade, Yankee Doodles is your one-stop shop for the hottest in sports bar, restaurant and billiards entertainment.YankeeDoodles.com 310.394.4632
Pizza Fusion • 2901 Ocean Park Blvd. • Whether you are a Vegan, Vegetarian,Meat-lover or looking for Gluten-free, we have a wonderful menu of Organic Pizza, Lasagna,Sandwiches, Salads, Desserts…etc. Beer and wine selection at the Bar. Where good vibes meet.PizzaFusion.com 310.581.2901
Santa Monica Playhouse • 1211 4th St. • A total theatre experience!–L.A. TimesCritically acclaimed productions, Family theatre musicals and birthday parties, theatre workshops, classes in schools, international trips, and community outreach.SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com 310.394.9779
Saluté Wine Bar • 2435 Main St. • Saluté Wine Bar introduces gourmet piattiniand their cutting-edge Enomatic wine dispensing system to Santa Monica with modern sophistication. The Italian small plates menu offers traditional yet redefined favorites. SaluteWineBar.com 310.450.3434
Ye Olde King’s Head Restaurant & Pub • 116 Santa Monica Blvd.Local hot spot. World-famous fish & chips, beer served in a casual atmosphere. HDTV sports,patio, darts and karaoke. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. YeOldeKingsHead.com 310.451.1402
Real Food Daily • 514 Santa Monica Blvd. • RFD, the premier organic veganrestaurant in California, attracts the someday to everyday vegetarian, celebrities, trendsettingyoung eaters, and the mature diner seeking gourmet health supportive cuisine.RealFood.com 310.451.7544
Pourtal Wine Tasting Bar • 104 Santa Monica Blvd. • Taste from 40 winesusing our state-of-the-art enomatic system, including many CA boutique wineries as well asfrom around the world. Also enjoy wines by the glass paired with our unique wine-friendly foodmenu. Text WINE to 48696 for exclusive mobile specials and menu. 310.393.7693
ARCONA Studio • 425 Broadway • Featuring facial and body treatments that useonly the finest quality, all-natural ingredients—resulting in glowing, healthy skin at any age! Arcona.com 310.458.3800
Jade Design Studio • 1411 7th St., Ste. 100 • A Paul Mitchell Focus Salonknown for our uncompromising commitment to quality & experience. We carry all PaulMitchell products. Our team provides exceptional customer service and salon experience youwill always remember. Make an appointment today. 310.899.3815
Ron Teeguarden’s Dragon Herbs • 315 Wilshire Blvd. • Radiant health iswithin your reach! Dragon Herbs is a provider of health promoting Chinese tonic herbs and su-perfoods. Offering complimentary herbal consultations and more than 1,000 herbal formulationsmade from the world’s finest quality herbs. DragonHerbs.com 310.917.2288
studio 1452 • 1452 2nd St. • Invention in hair. Give your hair something to be excited about.studio1452.com 310.460.4160
Tao Healing Arts Center • 2309 Main St. • This therapeutic massage clinic is a haven for health and balance, offering Shiatsu, intergrated asian and western modalities,acupuncture, sauna, and nutrition counseling. Walk-ins welcome. THAConline.com 310.396.4877
Tikkun Holistic Spa • 1460 4th St. • Santa Monica’s premier healing spa featuring private couples room with heated onyx chamber, traditional Korean body scrub andmassage, signature hot and cold jade stone massage, heated far infrared clay, salt and jaderooms, green tea Jacuzzi, skin care and acupuncture. TikkunSpa.com 310.319.1111
Veda Salon • 1301 Montana Ave. • This Aveda Retail Store offers the complete lineof Aveda Hair•Face•Body•Makeup products and the experienced staff provides quality AvedaServices in a quiet, intimate, relaxing environment. Complimentary Local Hotel Delivery available.
310.576.0989
Britannia Pub • 318 Santa Monica Blvd. • Popular British pub has traditionalcharm with California flair. Enjoy a full English breakfast, lunch specials, dinner plus full bar withpool table. Entertainment includes Sunday’s Beatles tribute band, karaoke Thu/Sat, full NFL/col-lege package, English Premiership, Rugby and Boxing. BritanniaPub.com 310.458.5350
Dakota Live Music Lounge • 1026 Wilshire Blvd. • Where friends go. A fullbar featuring live music nightly with musicians and DJs both prominent and emerging. Servescomfort foods and L.A. organics till 1 am. A dramatic setting for parties and other events. DakotaLounge.com 310.393.8200
The Lounge at Monsoon Café • 1212 Third St. Promenade • Wednesdaysand Saturdays Live Salsa Band and Salsa Lessons—Friday night lounge with resident DJs spinning Hip-Hop.R&B/Funk/Requests. Call for entertainment info. Live Bands begin at 10 pm.GlobalDiningCA.com 310.576.9996
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Esprit • 1349 Third St. Promenade • We’re more than just fashion; we’re lifestyle!Esprit offers stylish and smart, yet affordable fashion for men and women. Discover your new style and enjoy shopping in a relaxed atmosphere. Esprit.com 310.393.7069
Gift & Photo Santa Monica • 113 Broadway • Souvenirs � T-Shirts � SweatShirts � Swim Wear � Sun Care � Beach Towels � Sun Glasses � ATM � Phone Cards �MemoryCards �Magnets � Key Chains � Zippos � Cigarettes � Smoking Accessories � Cameras � Film� And Much More! [email protected] GiftandPhoto.com 310.395.5365
Junior Drake Factory Outlet & Boutique • 700 Wilshire Blvd. • Justblocks from Third Street Promenade Junior Drake offers over 5,000 genuine leather handbagsat affordable prices! Fashion, glamour and style make our handbags irresistible to womeneverywhere. “It’s not the Bag, it’s the Girl!” JuniorDrake.com 310.395.9010
Magellan’s Travel Supplies • 1006 Wilshire Blvd. • Offering thousands of travel items including luggage, packing aids, travel clothing, health and in-flight comfort products and electrical adaptors. Our well-trained staff is available to answer all your travelquestions.Magellans.com 310.394.9417
Margano • 808 11th St. at Montana Ave. • At Margano you’ll find fashion-forward styles and unique pieces that will make you feel flirty and fun. Our chic and affordable looks will truly express your self-confidence and taste. 20% off with map.
310.451.3453
One Life Natural Foods • 3001 Main St. • Authentic natural food store for over 35 years. We cater. Organic produce, organic juice bar, natural deli, vitamins, natural body care, over 300 different herbs and groceries. Open 7 days a week 8 am–9 pm.
310.392.4501
Angelo’s Pawn Shop • 1334 5th St. • Buy—Sell—Loan. Enjoy the thrill of discovery: gold, jewelry, diamonds, watches, musical instruments, guitars,amps, antiques and collectables—all below retail. Don’t miss out.
310.451.2840
Santa Monica’s Big Blue Bus • Take the bus to all the best places: around town,the beach, Disney Concert Hall, fine art museums and to LAX. Single trips only cost 25–75 centsand Day Passes $1.25–3.50. Visit Blue: the Transit Store at 223 Broadway at Third Street Promenade. BigBlueBus.com 310.451.5444
Engel & Völkers—Santa Monica • 1123 Montana Ave. • Engel & Völkersis a globally operated real estate company specializing in the brokerage of premium residentialproperty.EngelVoelkers.com/US/SantaMonica 310.460.2525
Santa Monica Tobacco • 1434 4th St. • Discount cigarettes, fine cigars, pipeand hookah tobacco for all your smoking pleasure. We also feature a private big screenlounge, and all the convenience, gifts and sundry goods of a traditional European tobacconist.SantaMonicaTobacco.com 310.393.9592
Sea Mist Rentals • Bikes / Blades / Beach1619 Ocean Front Walk • At the land end of the Santa Monica Pier, just below the Merry-Go-Round. Bikes your size, comfy seats, good rates. Easy access to 23 miles of coastline bike path. 310.395.7076
Segway Los Angeles • 1600 Ocean Ave. • Experience the future as you step onto the self-balancing Segway® Personal Transporter. Rentals and guided beach toursof Santa Monica & Venice offered daily.Segway.LA 310.395.1395
SemiPrecious a bead salon • 1028 Montana Ave. • SemiPrecious is the place to design your own piece of jewelry or grab the one that catches your eye and go! We also teach classes—call us for more information. SemiPreciousBeadSalon.com 310.899.0910
Taos Indian Trading Co. • 403 Santa Monica Blvd. • Visitors from around the world seek out Taos Indian Trading for unique quality jewelry, pottery, sculptures, paintingsand a variety of other artifacts representing 57 tribes. Jewelry repairs done on premises.TaosIndianTradingCo.com 310.395.3652
Three Bags Full – The Sweater Store • 716 Montana Ave.Featuring the very best in American and European knitwear. From simple cozy cottons to luxurious hand knits, you’ll find the perfect sweater at Three Bags Full…sizes xsmall thru 2X. ThreeBagsFull.com 310.395.5559
Ye Olde King’s Head Gift Shoppe • 132 Santa Monica Blvd. • Stock up allof your British items: Cadburys, Heinz, PG, Mr. Kipling, McVities, Bangers, Crisps, T-shirts, Britishnewspapers, souvenirs, fine bone china—and great gift ideas. Australian items also in stock!YeOldeKingsHead.com 310.394.8765
Step! Shoes • 1004 Montana Ave. • Style/fashion/comfort are key elements ofevery Step! collection. European handmade footwear and hand bags. Luxury, style and comfort.Step by and treat your feet. Mon–Sat: 10 am–6 pm, Sun: 12–5 pm StepShoes.com 310.899.4409
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Chloe • 1449 2nd St. • Chic lounge serving neatly crafted cocktails and delicious small plates. Style and sophistication, without attitude. “Chloe Burger” + “Fries” + “The BlackRaspberry Cocktail” = pure bliss.BarChloe.com 310.899.6999
Patrick’s Roadhouse • 106 Entrada Dr. • “Where great food meets great conversation.” With its kelly green exterior this “poor man’s Getty” is a landmark for hungry locals, visitors and celebrities. For breakfast try “The Governator”—Arnold’s favorite! Open dailyfor breakfast & lunch. PatricksRoadhouse.info 310.459.4544
Downtown Santa Monica & Third Street PromenadeShop Third Street Promenade for familiar brand name retailers, as well as independent stores,unique boutiques and vintage clothiers. DowntownSM.com 310.393.8355
Comfort Inn • 2815 Santa Monica Blvd. • Affordable rooms with lots of greatamenities. Free continental breakfast, free guest parking, free Internet, free cable TV, free localcalls, in-room coffee/tea, ironing board, clock radio, hair dryer and an outdoor heated pool. ComfortInnSantaMonica.com 310.828.5517
The Embassy Hotel Apartments • 1001 Third St. • This 1927 landmark provides elegant, spacious and tastefully furnished suites with or without kitchens. Complimentary Internet, coffee and cable with HBO®.EmbassyHotelApts.com 310.394.1279
Holiday Inn Santa Monica Beach • 120 Colorado Ave. • With the PacificOcean, Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade at our doorstep, the sights of Hollywood,Beverly Hills and Los Angeles minutes away, we offer the perfect location.HISantaMonicaHotel.com 310.451.0676
Hotel Carmel • 201 Broadway Ave. • Graciously appointed guest rooms, some with ocean views. Free continental breakfast. Daily tour departures. One block from the beach in the heart of Santa Monica’s famous shopping, restaurant and entertainment district.HotelCarmel.com 310.451.2469
Hotel Shangri-La • 1301 Ocean Ave. • Totally renovated & refurbished in 2008, this full-service Art Deco landmark features ocean views & cool breezes from every room. Now open all new rooftop bar “Suite 700” and “The Dining Room Restaurant” with ocean view.ShangriLa-Hotel.com 310.394.2791
Huntley Santa Monica Beach • 1111 2nd St. • Santa Monica’s newestbeachside luxury hotel. Overlooking the beachfront. One block from the beach and Third StreetPromenade. Breathtaking ocean views. The Penthouse—rooftop Restaurant & Lounge.TheHuntleyHotel.com 310.394.5454
Le Merigot, A JW Marriott Beach Hotel and Spa • 1740 Ocean Ave.Boasting breathtaking views of Santa Monica Bay, Le Merigot features 175 luxury guest rooms, a renowned spa and health club, fine dining, and 10,000 sq. ft. of event and meeting space. LeMerigotHotel.com 310.395.9700
Best Western Gateway Hotel • 1920 Santa Monica Blvd. • Award-winning, full-service, non-smoking hotel; complimentary parking, Wi-Fi, and shuttle to beach/Promenade; business center, 24-hour fitness room, and IHOP restaurant. GatewayHotel.com 310.829.9100
Days Inn Santa Monica • 3007 Santa Monica Blvd. • Free parking and complimentary continental breakfast. Free Wi-Fi. Hotel with fresh, clean rooms. Sauna, roof garden. Beverly Hills and UCLA in close proximity. 800.591.5995 SMDaysInn.com 310.829.6333
Oceana Santa Monica • 849 Ocean Ave. • Nestled on Ocean Avenue, over-looking the Pacific Ocean, Oceana’s chic suites and exclusive courtyard offer the quintessential Santa Monica experience. Featured in Conde Nast Traveler’s Hot List, Oceana is the hotel to relax and revive. HotelOceanaSantaMonica.com 310.393.0486
Cal Mar Hotel Suites • 220 California Ave. • Spacious suites with full kitchen.Outdoor heated pool and garden patios. Internet access. Located by the Third Street Promenadeand the ocean. Quiet upscale area. Convenient parking. 800.776.6007 CalMarHotel.com 310.395.5555
Ocean View Hotel • 1447 Ocean Ave. • Steps from the beach, pier, shopping malland Third Street Promenade. Ocean view rooms available with private balconies and frig. Freecontinental breakfast, free high-speed Internet, and in-room safe. Green Certified. OceanViewSantaMonica.com 310.458.4888
SeaCastle • 1725 Ocean Front Walk • Experience the extraordinary beachfront living at SeaCastle. Furnished corporate and vacation rentals with flexible lease terms provide a comfortable and luxurious hotel alternative.TheSeaCastle.com 800.295.0022
Seaview Motel • 1760 Ocean Ave. • Affordable beach motel just footsteps to the beach via private walkway. 17 guest rooms, eight with kitchens. Cable TV, private sundeckand courtyard.SeaviewMotel.net 310.393.6711
Sheraton Delfina Santa Monica • 530 Pico Blvd. • Perched four blocksabove the Santa Monica shoreline, enjoy the relaxation of the coast in smartly appointed guestrooms with ocean views. Honored with a Hospitality Design Award for Creative Achievement in Hotel Design. SheratonSantaMonica.com 310.399.9344
Viceroy Santa Monica • 1819 Ocean Ave. • With modern polish and sophistication, this urban retreat at the shore offers exceptional seaside accommodations, the award-winning restaurant Whist and Cameo bar. Reservations: 800.622.8711.ViceroySantaMonica.com 310.260.7500
Santa Monica Motel • 2102 Lincoln Blvd. • Budget motel located just 7 blocksfrom the beach, pier, shopping mall and Third Street Promenade. Free parking, free wireless Internet access, cable TV, and 24-hr. front desk service. All rooms are non-smoking. SantaMonicaMotel.com 310.392.6806
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Downtown Santa Monica & Third Street PromenadeThis world-famous coastal shopping and dining destination features many entertainment choicesfrom movies to live theater and street performers, as well as a Farmers’ Market Wednesdays and Saturdays. DowntownSM.com 310.393.8355
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Whole Foods Markets Santa Monica • 500 Wilshire Blvd.310.395.4510, 2201 Wilshire Blvd. 310.315.0662, 1425 Montana Ave.310.576.4707 • The highest quality natural & organic products available. Large, diverseselection of delicious hot & cold foods to go. Catering for all events. WholeFoodsMarket.com
Patagonia® Santa Monica • 2936 Main St. • World-renowned as an environmentally responsible retailer of high-quality, top performing clothing for outdoor pursuits, Patagonia® uses only organically grown fibers in its cotton products, recycled fibersin its fleece. Patagonia.com/SantaMonica 310.314.1776
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Panini Garden • 2715 Main St. • Located on Main Street just blocks away from the ocean. Panini Garden serves grilled sandwiches, crêpes, organic salads, soups, coffeeand pastries. Breakfast all day. Enjoy outdoor dining in a lovely garden out back. Free Wi-Fi. PaniniGarden.com 310.399.9939
Berkeley Mills • 1330 4th St. • Berkeley Mills handcrafts furniture, kitchens andcabinetry that combine old-world craftsmanship with modern engineering and premium hard-woods to create pieces of such enduring design and quality that they transform environments.BerkeleyMills.com 310.899.3111
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group dining & private banquet spaceCall Santa Monica CVB with your dining lead.Many restaurants offer buy-outs and semi-private dining space. Below are restaurants with private dining space. For a complete list of Santa Monica restaurants visit www.santamonica.com.
BAYSIDE DISTRICT/DOWNTOWN4th Street Grille (DoubleTree Guest Suites) American 75 200 $16.95–$28 Daily1707 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.395.3332 • f: 310.452.7399 • www.santamonicasuites.doubletree.com Sun (Brunch)
Benihana Japanese 144 — $16.50–$42.50 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1447 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Teppan Grill310.260.1423 • f: 310.260.2408 • www.benihana.com
Border Grill Modern Mexican 300 42 Upstairs $16–$27 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1445 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.451.1655 • f: 310.394.2049 • www.bordergrill.com
Bravo Cucina Rustic Italian 110 180 $15–$28 Daily1319 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.394.0374 • f: 310.394.3037 • www.bravosantamonica.com
Buca di Beppo Family-Style Italian 300 100 $25–$35 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1442 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.587.2782 • f: 310.394.5883 • www.buccadibeppo.com
FIG (Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows) Seasonal Bistro 92 35 Outdoor $17–$34 Daily101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Brunch, Lunch, Dinner)310.319.3111 • f: 310.899.4105 • www.fairmont.com/santamonica
Fritto Misto Italian 100 50 $7–$15 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)601 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.458.2829 • f: 310.576.3440 • Catering: 310.883.5549
Gate of India Indian 100 12 $9–$16 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)115 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.656.1664 • f: 310.395.2810
Hooters American 218 35 $5–$17 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)321 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.458.7555 • f: 310.458.9733 • www.hootwinc.com
i. Cugini Italian Seafood 280 120 Outdoor; 160 Indoor $16–$43 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1501 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Sun (Brunch)310.451.4595 • f: 310.451.9026 • www.icugini.com
Il Fornaio Italian 230 60 $15–$35 Menu Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1551 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 $29–$56 Banquet Sat–Sun (Brunch)310.451.7800 • f: 310.451.6172 • www.ilfornaio.com
Ivy at the Shore American 170 140 $26–$36 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1535 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Sat–Sun (Brunch)310.393.3113 • f: 310.458.9259
JiRaffe American French 85 40 Upstairs $25–$32 Daily (Dinner)502 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.917.6671 • f: 310.917.6677 • www.jirafferestaurant.com
Lighthouse Buffet Japanese 91 — $20 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)201 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Seafood Buffet310.451.2076 • f: 310.393.9104 • www.lighthousebuffet.com
Locanda del Lago Northern Italian 100; 140 Including Patio 50 Seated; 100 Seated $13–$35 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)231 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Buyout (140 with Patio); Sat–Sun (Brunch)310.451.3525 • f: 310.576.3424 • www.lagosantamonica.com 250 Cocktail Buyout
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Ma’kai Restaurant & Lounge Pacific Rim 195 250 $16–$36 Sat–Sun (Lunch)101 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Daily (Dinner)310.434.1511 • f: 310.434.1521 • www.makailounge.com
Michael’s California 150 150 $28–$42 Mon–Fri (Lunch, Dinner)1147 Third Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 Sat (Dinner)310.451.0843 • f: 310.394.1830 • www.michaelssantamonica.com
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Monsoon Café Asian 400 40; 80 Seated $9–$25 Mon–Sat (Lunch) 1212 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401 120 Private Room Daily (Dinner)310.576.9996 • f: 310.576.9988 • www.globaldiningca.com 250 Upstairs
The Penthouse (Huntley Santa Monica Beach) American Comfort 270 90 $25–$45 Daily 1111 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401 with a Global Flair (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.393.8080 • f: 310.458.9776
Renee’s Courtyard Café California Eclectic 250 100 $10–$22 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)522 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.451.9341 • f: 310.451.1312
Riva Italian 130 35; 150 $10–$50 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)312 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.451.7482 • f: 310.451.7474 • www.rivarestaurantla.com
Sushi Roku Sushi 110 20 $16–$29 Mon–Sat (Lunch)1410 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Daily (Dinner)310.458.4771 • f: 310.458.4746 • www.sushiroku.com
Trastevere Ristorante Italiana Italian 175 75 $13–$22 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1360 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.319.1985 • f: 310.319.9195 • www.trastevereristorante.com
Tudor House English Restaurant 60 35 $5–$23 Daily 1403 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401 & Tearoom (Breakfast, Lunch, 310.451.4107 • f: 310.394.8924 • www.thetudorhouse.com Afternoon Tea, Dinner)
Wokcano Asian Fusion 450 50 $13.95–$28.95 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1413 5th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.458.3080 • www.wokcanorestaurant.com
Yankee Doodles American 500 750 $10+ Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1410 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.985.4143 • f: 310.576.7754 • www.yankeedoodles.com
Ye Olde King’s Head British Pub 100 36 $9–$20 Daily 116 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401 & Restaurant (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.451.1402 • f: 310.393.6869 • www.yeoldekingshead.com
MAIN STREETChinois French / Asian 100 49 $22–$39 Wed–Thu (Lunch)2709 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Daily (Dinner)310.392.3038 • f: 310.396.5102 • www.wolfgangpuck.com
Enterprise Fish Co. Seafood & Steaks 360 100 Outdoor $9–$57 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)174 Kinney Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405310.392.8366 • f: 310.392.8017 • www.enterprisefishco.com
Finn McCool’s Irish Pub Irish 180 90 $9–$16 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)2702 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405310.452.1734 • f: 310.399.5804 • www.gerrigilliland.com
The Galley Steak, Fresh Fish 120 120 $15–$55 Daily (Dinner) Sun (Lunch)2442 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405 & Seafood, Chicken, (Lunch Available During the310.452.1934 • f: 310.452.2794 • www.thegalleyrestaurant.net Pasta, Full Bar Week by Special Arrangements)
Lula Cocina Mexicana Mexican 150 70 $9–$16 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)2770 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Sat–Sun (Brunch)310.392.5711 • f: 310.392.3391 • www.gerrigilliland.com
World Café California 200 250–300 $15–$35 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)2820 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Sat–Sun (Brunch, Dinner)310.392.1661 • Events: 310.395.3648 • worldcafela.com
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Back on Broadway California 120 40 Lunch $8–$17 Daily (Breakfast, Lunch)2024 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90404 (Dinner Available by 310.453.8919 • f: 310.829.7211 Special Arrangement)
Bistro of Santa Monica Italian / Seafood 100 110 $12–$35 Mon–Fri (Lunch)2301 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Daily (Dinner)310.453.5442 • f: 310.829.3070 • www.bistroofsantamonica.com
Busby’s West American 150 25; 350 $9–29 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)3110 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Sat–Sun (Breakfast)310.828.4567 • www.busbysonline.com
Daily Grill American 186 80–90 $15–$30 Dailyi (Lunch, Dinner)2501 Colorado Avenue, Suite B190, Santa Monica, CA 90404310.309.2170 • f: 310.309.2169 • www.dailygrill.com
Drago Ristorante Italian 130 24 $15–$35 Mon–Fri (Lunch)2628 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90403 Daily (Dinner)310.828.1585 • f: 310.582.2294 • www.celestinodrago.com
El Cholo Restaurant Mexican 400 50 $10–$15 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1025 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.899.1106 • f: 310.899.1185 • www.elcholo.com
L.A. Farm French Eclectic 200 200 $15.50–$20.50 Mon–Fri (Lunch)3000 W. Olympic Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Dinner Only for 310.449.4000 • f: 310.449.4019 • www.lafarmrestaurant.com Private Party (40 min)
Mélisse French / American 130 16, 40 $32–$42 Tue–Sat (Dinner)1104 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.395.0881 • f: 310.395.3810 • www.melisse.com
Pacific Dining Car Continental / 136 12 $30–$40 Daily2700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90403 American Cuisine a la carte (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.453.4000 • f: 310.453.8788 • www.pacificdiningcar.com
SOUTH American 163 272 $11–$20 Daily (Lunch, Dinner) 3001 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90403 Southern Cuisine Sat–Sun (Breakfast)310.828.9988 • f: 310.828.3344 • www.southsantamonica.com
Wilshire Restaurant New Urban 150 300 $24–$32 Mon–Fri (Lunch, Dinner)2454 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90403 Organic Sat (Dinner)310.586.1707 • f: 310.586.1742 • www.wilshirerestaurant.com
MONTANA AVENUE17th Street Café California 100 34 $10–$24 Daily1610 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.453.2771 • f: 310.453.1672
Chez Mimi Country French 100 50 $25–$38 Wed–Sat (Lunch, Dinner)246 26th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90402 Sun (Brunch, Dinner)310.393.0558 • f: 310.393.1375 • www.chezmimirestaurant.com
PIER/BEACH AREABubba Gump Shrimp Co. Seafood 300 300 $8.99–$18.99 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)301 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Sat–Sun (Breakfast)310.393.0458 • f: 310.393.0459 • www.bubbagump.com
Catch (Hotel Casa del Mar) California / 100 — $26–$45 Daily (Lunch, Dinner)1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Mediterranean310.581.5533 • f: 310.581.5503 • www.hotelcasadelmar.com
Cézanne (Le Merigot Hotel) California / French 84 12 $26–$36 Mon–Fri1740 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.395.9700 • f: 310.395.9200 • www.lemerigothotel.com Sat–Sun
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group dining & private banquet spaceCall Santa Monica CVB with your dining lead.Many restaurants offer buy-outs and semi-private dining space. Below are restaurants with private dining space. For a complete list of Santa Monica restaurants visit www.santamonica.com.
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Coast (Shutters On The Beach Hotel) California 135 — $16+ DailyOne Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.587.1707 • f: 310.458.4589 • www.shuttersonthebeach.com Sat–Sun (Brunch)
The Lobster Classic 150 52 Patio for Buyout $18–$36 Daily (Lunch–Dinner)1602 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 American Seafood 150 Seated310.458.9294 • f: 310.458.9654 • www.thelobster.com 225 Cocktail Flow
Mariasol Restaurant Mexican 300 100 $9–$18 Daily401 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.917.5050 • f: 310.917.5046 • www.mariasol.com
Ocean and Vine (Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel) California 140 Includes 80 Outdoor $23–$40 Daily1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Outdoor Patio Private Dining (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.576.3180 • f: 310.458.6761 • www.loewshotels.com
Rusty’s Surf Ranch American / Seafood 180 250 $12–$17 Daily (Lunch–Dinner)256 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401310.399.8886 • f: 310.260.0147 • www.rustyssurfranch.com
Whist (Viceroy Santa Monica) New American 140 Inside 8–11 Each $23–$50 Daily1819 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401 & Outside (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.260.7511 • f: 310.260.7515 • www.viceroysantamonica.com/dining Sun (Brunch)
AIRPORT/PICO AREAEl Torito Mexican -- -- Prices change3360 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405310.450.8665 • f: 310.395.5546
The Hump Sushi 50 65/50 $20–$50 Tue–Fri (Lunch)3321 Donald Douglas Loop, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Daily (Dinner)310.313.0977 • f: 310.390.8032 • www.thehump.biz
Il Forno Trattoria Italian 110 40 $12–$24 Mon–Fri (Lunch)2901 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Daily (Dinner)310.450.1241 • f: 310.450.7459 • www.ilfornocaffe.com
Lares Mexican 135 75 Upstairs $9–$25 Daily 2909 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405 (Only Private (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.829.4550 • f: 310.828.4417 • www.laresrestaurant.com During Daytime)
Perla (Sheraton Delfina Hotel) American 96 250 Total $15–$25 Daily 530 W. Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405 80, 50 (Private (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.399.9344 • f: 310.399.2504 Function Rooms)
Spitfire Grill American 150 750 $7–$20 Daily 3300 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90405 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)310.397.3455 • f: 310.397.4325 • www.spitfiregrill.net
Typhoon Pan-Asian 160 110 Indoor; 60 Outdoor $10–$60 Sun–Fri (Lunch);3221 Donald Douglas Loop, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Daily (Dinner)310.390.6565 • f: 310.390.8032 • www.typhoon.biz
Valentino Italian 225 225 $20–$40 Fri (Lunch)3115 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Tue–Sat (Dinner)310.829.4313 • f: 310.315.2791 • www.valentinosm.com
Vito Italian Restaurant Italian 99 50 $15–$29 Mon–Fri (Lunch) 2807 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Daily (Dinner)310.450.4999 • f: 310.450.5257
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