Guidebook for Santa Monica
Food Scene
This could quite possibly be the best breakfast you will ever have in your life.
37 locals recommend
Bru's Wiffle
2408 Wilshire BlvdThis could quite possibly be the best breakfast you will ever have in your life.
Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln BlvdConvenient, healthy eats super close by
Quick and tasty vegetarian food steps away from our front door. We recommend the buffalo wings and quinoa burger :)
213 locals recommend
Veggie Grill
8000 Sunset BlvdQuick and tasty vegetarian food steps away from our front door. We recommend the buffalo wings and quinoa burger :)
Noma
2031 Wilshire BlvdFresh and delicious sushi and udon bowls!
Bardonna
1601 Montana AveSip some coffee on the trendy Montana Ave.
Classic Italian Deli and market - Order the world famous "God Mother" from the sandwich counter!
141 locals recommend
Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery
1517 Lincoln BlvdClassic Italian Deli and market - Order the world famous "God Mother" from the sandwich counter!
Amazingly fresh poke bowls! You can build your own or order one off their menu. One of our favorite places!
34 locals recommend
Sweetfin
829 BroadwayAmazingly fresh poke bowls! You can build your own or order one off their menu. One of our favorite places!
Father's Office
1018 Montana AveKnown for their incredible burgers and beers on tap.
Our favorite Italian spot. Order the secret "Sweet Potato Ravioli". It's not on the menu, but they have it and it's mind blowing. Also it's BYOB :)
76 locals recommend
Fritto Misto
620 Santa Monica BlvdOur favorite Italian spot. Order the secret "Sweet Potato Ravioli". It's not on the menu, but they have it and it's mind blowing. Also it's BYOB :)
Hip, throwback coffee shop offering classic diner fare with vegetarian options & open till 3AM!
116 locals recommend
Swingers
8020 Beverly BlvdHip, throwback coffee shop offering classic diner fare with vegetarian options & open till 3AM!
Drinks & Nightlife
Santa Monica's most trendy nightlife spot. Make sure to go early if you don't want to wait in a long line. Right on Ocean Blvd, this popular hang out spot is perfect for a fun night out. Love their Moscow mules :)
525 locals recommend
The Bungalow
101 Wilshire BlvdSanta Monica's most trendy nightlife spot. Make sure to go early if you don't want to wait in a long line. Right on Ocean Blvd, this popular hang out spot is perfect for a fun night out. Love their Moscow mules :)
Fun bar and hang out spot that has a beautiful outdoor space plus an underground basement with live music.
83 locals recommend
Basement Tavern
2640 Main StFun bar and hang out spot that has a beautiful outdoor space plus an underground basement with live music.
Gas Lite
2030 Wilshire BlvdWorld Famous Karaoke Bar across the street from our place!
Parks & Nature
Moderately challenging hike that will take you to an epic view of the ocean and entire LA cityscape. One of the best views you can find!
75 locals recommend
Los Leones Canyon Trailhead
510 Los Liones DrModerately challenging hike that will take you to an epic view of the ocean and entire LA cityscape. One of the best views you can find!
Beautiful, serene lake and Buddhist temple a few blocks from the Pacific Ocean.
132 locals recommend
Self Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine Temple
17190 Sunset BlvdBeautiful, serene lake and Buddhist temple a few blocks from the Pacific Ocean.
Sightseeing
Ride the ferris wheel, play games, and catch the sunset overlooking the ocean.
2744 locals recommend
Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica PierRide the ferris wheel, play games, and catch the sunset overlooking the ocean.
Apple Third Street Promenade
1415 3rd Street Promenade