Guidebook for Santa Monica

Jordan & Melissa
Jordan & Melissa
Guidebook for Santa Monica

Food Scene

Gluten-free organic upscale bakery with breakfast, lunch, and coffee. Almond, coconut, and cashew milk made in house plus an Incredibly kind and helpful staff. Pure indulgence a few blocks away!
Breadblok
1511 Montana Avenue
Gluten-free organic upscale bakery with breakfast, lunch, and coffee. Almond, coconut, and cashew milk made in house plus an Incredibly kind and helpful staff. Pure indulgence a few blocks away!
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sweetgreen
8055 W 3rd St
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Plant based - non dairy - and owned by the sweetest couple! Extraordinarily delicious!
Frozen Fruit Co
729 Montana Ave
Plant based - non dairy - and owned by the sweetest couple! Extraordinarily delicious!
The best coffee in town! The staff is very nice and knowledgeable, and the coffee is purely delicious.
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Caffe Luxxe
925 Montana Ave
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The best coffee in town! The staff is very nice and knowledgeable, and the coffee is purely delicious.
Very convenient restaurant & coffee shop. They serve delicious food all day. Whether you are looking to have coffee and people watch or get a quick early dinner, Bardonna is a great choice! The restaurant & Coffee Bar currently closes at 5 pm​. Additionally, you can rent bicycles from the rental rack outside. For more Information please visit: santamonicabikeshare.com
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Bardonna
1601 Montana Ave
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Very convenient restaurant & coffee shop. They serve delicious food all day. Whether you are looking to have coffee and people watch or get a quick early dinner, Bardonna is a great choice! The restaurant & Coffee Bar currently closes at 5 pm​. Additionally, you can rent bicycles from the rental rack outside. For more Information please visit: santamonicabikeshare.com
Full Bar + Restaurant just a few blocks away. Everything on the menu is delicious!
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R+D Kitchen
1323 Montana Ave
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Full Bar + Restaurant just a few blocks away. Everything on the menu is delicious!
Quick & Healthy Wraps.
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Kye's
11419 Montana Ave
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Quick & Healthy Wraps.
Delicious food, steps from the beach.
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Cora's Coffee Shoppe
1802 Ocean Ave
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Delicious food, steps from the beach.
Delicious Food, exceptional breakfast, tasty baked goods & coffee.
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Huckleberry Cafe
1014 Wilshire Blvd
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Delicious Food, exceptional breakfast, tasty baked goods & coffee.
Great Salads, Pizzas and breakfast.
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Milo & Olive
2723 Wilshire Blvd
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Great Salads, Pizzas and breakfast.
Delicious Smooties, Juices, Soups and Superfoods.
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Beaming Organic Superfood Cafe
1426 Montana Ave
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Delicious Smooties, Juices, Soups and Superfoods.
Tasty Poké in Downtown Santa Monica. Tip: Park underground through the Alley.
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Sweetfin
829 Broadway
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Tasty Poké in Downtown Santa Monica. Tip: Park underground through the Alley.
Great juices in a quaint area.
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Pressed Juicery
2409 Main St
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Great juices in a quaint area.
Delicious and Healthy Mexican food in the Brentwood Country Mart.
Frida Tacos - Brentwood
225 26th St
Delicious and Healthy Mexican food in the Brentwood Country Mart.
The best Ice Cream in town. Made with local ingredients and hand-crafted in house.
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Sweet Rose Creamery
225 26th St
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The best Ice Cream in town. Made with local ingredients and hand-crafted in house.
Incredible Food, beautiful and romantic atmosphere.
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Cassia
1314 7th St
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Incredible Food, beautiful and romantic atmosphere.
Lunetta All Day is open all day for Coffee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a full bar. One of the newest restaurants in Santa Monica, it will not disappoint!
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Lunetta All Day
2420 Pico Blvd
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Lunetta All Day is open all day for Coffee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a full bar. One of the newest restaurants in Santa Monica, it will not disappoint!
Delicious, local and innovative - Mexican inspired cuisine located in the Santa Monica Canyon steps from the beach.
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Tallula's
118 Entrada Dr
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Delicious, local and innovative - Mexican inspired cuisine located in the Santa Monica Canyon steps from the beach.
Breakfast, Lunch, + Dinner ~ EVERYTHING's a winner! Deliciously local pizza, pasta, and Italian favorites with LA Flair. Definitely make a reservation and check out Helen's Wine shop for the BEST in phenomenally curated natural wines.
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Jon & Vinny's Brentwood
11938 San Vicente Blvd
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Breakfast, Lunch, + Dinner ~ EVERYTHING's a winner! Deliciously local pizza, pasta, and Italian favorites with LA Flair. Definitely make a reservation and check out Helen's Wine shop for the BEST in phenomenally curated natural wines.
Trust us - Best Italian Deli & Market Psst...Order online: www.baycitiesitaliandeli.com Closed Mondays
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Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery
1517 Lincoln Blvd
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Trust us - Best Italian Deli & Market Psst...Order online: www.baycitiesitaliandeli.com Closed Mondays
Great Pizza + fun atmosphere
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Stella Barra Pizzeria
2000 Main St
141 personas de la zona recomiendan
Great Pizza + fun atmosphere
A wide variety of dishes, baked goods, and coffee.
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Thyme Cafe and Market
1630 Ocean Park Blvd
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A wide variety of dishes, baked goods, and coffee.
Healthy and unique foods, smoothies, and juices packed with nutrients!
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The Hive - Organic Cafe & Superfood Bar
606 Broadway
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Healthy and unique foods, smoothies, and juices packed with nutrients!
There is something for everyone at Gjusta. The food is incredible, and they are open all day. We recommend Gjusta for dinner as it can get pretty busy during breakfast and brunch. Once you arrive, grab a number and a menu - it may take some time to decide!
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Gjusta
320 Sunset Ave
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There is something for everyone at Gjusta. The food is incredible, and they are open all day. We recommend Gjusta for dinner as it can get pretty busy during breakfast and brunch. Once you arrive, grab a number and a menu - it may take some time to decide!
GTA offers delicious food all day, a great option for taking food to the beach or to a local park.
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Gjelina Take Away
1427 Abbot Kinney Blvd
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GTA offers delicious food all day, a great option for taking food to the beach or to a local park.
Gjelina is one of the most popular restaurants in town. It is easy to understand why, their food is delicious! From mouth watering pizza's to perfectly roasted vegetables - your palate will be pleased. Reservations are recommended!
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Gjelina Take Away
1427 Abbot Kinney Blvd
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Gjelina is one of the most popular restaurants in town. It is easy to understand why, their food is delicious! From mouth watering pizza's to perfectly roasted vegetables - your palate will be pleased. Reservations are recommended!
Amazing food in Venice. Incredible happy hour, 2x a day! You cannot go wrong with ANYTHING on the menu + the cocktails!
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Charcoal Venice
425 Washington Blvd
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Amazing food in Venice. Incredible happy hour, 2x a day! You cannot go wrong with ANYTHING on the menu + the cocktails!
Believe the hype - this ice cream is Incredible. Made with the best, local ingredients. Local Tip: Skip the line and buy a pint to enjoy during your stay, or in one night (we won't tell)!
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Salt & Straw
1357 Abbot Kinney Blvd
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Believe the hype - this ice cream is Incredible. Made with the best, local ingredients. Local Tip: Skip the line and buy a pint to enjoy during your stay, or in one night (we won't tell)!
Down home comfort food at its finest! A sprawling restaurant with incredibly unique farm to table cuisine.
Birdie G's
2421 Michigan Ave
Down home comfort food at its finest! A sprawling restaurant with incredibly unique farm to table cuisine.
Organic ice cream - a quick walk away!
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Rori's Artisanal Creamery
910 Montana Ave
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Organic ice cream - a quick walk away!
Charcuterie at its finest owned by two amazing sisters!
Lady & Larder
828 Pico Boulevard
Charcuterie at its finest owned by two amazing sisters!
The coziest wine shop with KILLER wines. Helen is a true gem and natural wine Connoisseur. Located in the front of Jon & Vinny's.
Helen's Wines - Brentwood
11938 San Vicente Blvd
The coziest wine shop with KILLER wines. Helen is a true gem and natural wine Connoisseur. Located in the front of Jon & Vinny's.
Seriously good Pizza in Brentwood. Make reservations!
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Pizzana Brentwood
11712 San Vicente Blvd
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Seriously good Pizza in Brentwood. Make reservations!
Shakshouka, freshly Baked bread, an amazing fish plate - you will not be disappointed!
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Lodge Bread Company
11918 Washington Boulevard
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Shakshouka, freshly Baked bread, an amazing fish plate - you will not be disappointed!
A venice staple with beautiful indoor/outdoor seating, all day dining, and a great bar.
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The Rose Venice
220 Rose Ave
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A venice staple with beautiful indoor/outdoor seating, all day dining, and a great bar.
Forma is home delicious homemade pastas! A very short walk to happy hour or a full dinner. Disregard the “do not use” message up top, not sure why it’s there!
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Forma Restaurant & Cheese Bar
1610 Montana Ave
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Forma is home delicious homemade pastas! A very short walk to happy hour or a full dinner. Disregard the “do not use” message up top, not sure why it’s there!
Healthy and delicious food just off the 3rd street promenade.
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True Food Kitchen
395 Santa Monica Pl
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Healthy and delicious food just off the 3rd street promenade.
A quick stop for healthy food in a cute setting!
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Flower Child
1332 2nd St
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A quick stop for healthy food in a cute setting!
Fresh and traditional high quality sushi! There are many locations in LA, including 2nd street in downtown Santa Monica and Brentwood.
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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
600 W 7th St
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Fresh and traditional high quality sushi! There are many locations in LA, including 2nd street in downtown Santa Monica and Brentwood.
Delicious Italian fare in a pretty indoor/outdoor setting.
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Local Kitchen & Wine Bar
1736 Ocean Park Blvd
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Delicious Italian fare in a pretty indoor/outdoor setting.
A quick fix for tasty Mexican food. *The chicken soup is delicious and the best deal in town!
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Benny's Tacos & Chicken Rotisserie
915 Wilshire Blvd
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A quick fix for tasty Mexican food. *The chicken soup is delicious and the best deal in town!
Take a quick trip to Abbot Kinney in Venice for Japanese dishes with LA’s farm to table signature. *The veggie ramen is one of the most hearty, delicious, and interesting dishes in LA. To quote the late Jonathan Gold “…the coziness can be almost magical.” Eating at MTN is a sensory experience. From the expertly selected vinyl spinning beneath the gorgeously curated ceramics to the hand-crafted, locally driven dishes and cocktails - everything is innovative and crafted with depth. Sipping the Kabocha + Shiitake Ramen (after it has simmered for 4-hours), calmly warms the body while sitting in the gently cool, fog of the indoor/outdoor, mountain-top inspired restaurant. MTN is delicious, artistic, and the staff is top-notch!
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MTN
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Take a quick trip to Abbot Kinney in Venice for Japanese dishes with LA’s farm to table signature. *The veggie ramen is one of the most hearty, delicious, and interesting dishes in LA. To quote the late Jonathan Gold “…the coziness can be almost magical.” Eating at MTN is a sensory experience. From the expertly selected vinyl spinning beneath the gorgeously curated ceramics to the hand-crafted, locally driven dishes and cocktails - everything is innovative and crafted with depth. Sipping the Kabocha + Shiitake Ramen (after it has simmered for 4-hours), calmly warms the body while sitting in the gently cool, fog of the indoor/outdoor, mountain-top inspired restaurant. MTN is delicious, artistic, and the staff is top-notch!
A coveted reservation for expertly crafted pastas in a cozy setting.
93 personas de la zona recomiendan
Felix
1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd
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A coveted reservation for expertly crafted pastas in a cozy setting.
Great coffee, tasty breakfast items, in a really nice setting. *slightly hard to find as it is hidden at the end of an Alley.
goodboybob coffee
2058 Broadway
Great coffee, tasty breakfast items, in a really nice setting. *slightly hard to find as it is hidden at the end of an Alley.
Tasty grass fed burgers to quickly satisfy a burger craving!
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HiHo Cheeseburger
1320 2nd St
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Tasty grass fed burgers to quickly satisfy a burger craving!

Drinks & Nightlife

Beers on tap + one of the most popular burgers in town.
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Father's Office
1018 Montana Ave
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Beers on tap + one of the most popular burgers in town.
Esters Wine bar is not only beautiful, but it is home to the best Sommeliers and Wine Afficianados. Try something new, or seek out a favorite, there are plenty of options! The small and unique menu is a delicious addition to the wonderful wine selection. Don't leave without shopping their well-curated market. Locals Secret: Head over on the weekends for brunch and check out their Sunday Wine Tastings from 3-6pm. Monday nights drop in for no corkage on all Bottles in the Market.
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Esters Wine Shop & Bar
1314 7th St
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Esters Wine bar is not only beautiful, but it is home to the best Sommeliers and Wine Afficianados. Try something new, or seek out a favorite, there are plenty of options! The small and unique menu is a delicious addition to the wonderful wine selection. Don't leave without shopping their well-curated market. Locals Secret: Head over on the weekends for brunch and check out their Sunday Wine Tastings from 3-6pm. Monday nights drop in for no corkage on all Bottles in the Market.
A gorgeous roof top bar in the heart of downtown Santa Monica with a full menu and great views. *make a reservation for sunset!
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Elephante
1332 2nd St
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A gorgeous roof top bar in the heart of downtown Santa Monica with a full menu and great views. *make a reservation for sunset!
A brand new hotel with restaurants, a rooftop bar, and gorgeous design.
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Santa Monica Proper Hotel
700 Wilshire Blvd
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A brand new hotel with restaurants, a rooftop bar, and gorgeous design.

Markets

Nearby Healthy Market located down the street!
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Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln Blvd
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Nearby Healthy Market located down the street!
Best Salad Bar in Town!
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Mrs Winston's Green Grocery- LA's Best Salad & Juice Bar
3150 Ocean Park Blvd
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Best Salad Bar in Town!
The Wednesday Farmers Market in Downtown Santa Monica offers the best quality in Fresh Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts, Flowers, Bread, and delicious homemade goods. Many local chefs can be spotted shopping for their local menu items. If you missed the market on Wednesday, be sure to head over on Saturday Morning's where you will find a similar selection!
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Santa Monica Wednesday Downtown Farmers Market
155-199 Arizona Ave
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The Wednesday Farmers Market in Downtown Santa Monica offers the best quality in Fresh Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts, Flowers, Bread, and delicious homemade goods. Many local chefs can be spotted shopping for their local menu items. If you missed the market on Wednesday, be sure to head over on Saturday Morning's where you will find a similar selection!
The Sunday Farmers Market in Brentwood is a wonderful collection of fresh vegetables, pasture-raised eggs, and delicious fruit. Not only that, there are many unique food stands​ and samples galore!
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Brentwood Farmers Market
741 S Gretna Green Way
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The Sunday Farmers Market in Brentwood is a wonderful collection of fresh vegetables, pasture-raised eggs, and delicious fruit. Not only that, there are many unique food stands​ and samples galore!
The HEALTHIEST market in town. Don't forget to try the tonic bar + everything from the hot food case.
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Erewhon Market
585 Venice Blvd.
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The HEALTHIEST market in town. Don't forget to try the tonic bar + everything from the hot food case.
A healthy market with the biggest Bulk section in town.
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Co-opportunity
1525 Broadway
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A healthy market with the biggest Bulk section in town.
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Trader Joe’s
2300 Wilshire Blvd
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Shopping

Tempting chocolates to satisfy your sweet tooth!
John Kelly Chocolates
2 Montana Ave
Tempting chocolates to satisfy your sweet tooth!
The Brentwood Country Mart has many artisan shops, a few casual restaurants, and Farm shop, a fine dining restaurant & market. Additionally, there is a small post office for your convenience.
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Brentwood Country Mart
225 26th St
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The Brentwood Country Mart has many artisan shops, a few casual restaurants, and Farm shop, a fine dining restaurant & market. Additionally, there is a small post office for your convenience.
Head to Burro on Montana for finely curated goods, cards, cookbooks, and more!
Burro
1533 Montana Ave
Head to Burro on Montana for finely curated goods, cards, cookbooks, and more!
Definitely take a walk on Abbot Kinney to shop or just enjoy the energy of the historic street!
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Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
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Definitely take a walk on Abbot Kinney to shop or just enjoy the energy of the historic street!

Parks & Nature

Great hike with beautiful views of the city.
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Temescal Canyon Trail
Temescal Canyon Trail
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Great hike with beautiful views of the city.
Beautiful views of the beach & coastline. A great walk any time of the day. One of our favorites!
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Palisades Park
Ocean Avenue
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Beautiful views of the beach & coastline. A great walk any time of the day. One of our favorites!
A hidden gem in Venice, CA designed to pay homage to the Venice canals in Italy. Enjoy a stroll and take in the calm and artistic surroundings.
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Canales de Venecia
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A hidden gem in Venice, CA designed to pay homage to the Venice canals in Italy. Enjoy a stroll and take in the calm and artistic surroundings.

Beauty

Clean beauty and skincare down the street! A one stop shop for all your green beauty needs. The kind and helpful staff will guide you based off your specific needs!
The Detox Market
1231 Montana Ave