Things To Do
Coffee & Cafés
Demitasse – Excellent coffee just steps from the beach. Menotti's Coffee Stop – A Venice favorite known for exceptional espresso. Caffe Luxxe – Cozy neighborhood café with expertly crafted coffee. Blue Bottle Coffee – Consistently great coffee and fresh pastries.
Breakfast & Brunch
Great White – Fresh, coastal-inspired breakfast and brunch. Huckleberry Bakery & Café – One of the Westside's favorite bakeries. Milo & Olive – Neighborhood favorite with incredible pastries and brunch. The Rose Venice – Beautiful indoor-outdoor dining in the heart of Venice.
Lunch
Gjelina – Seasonal California cuisine on iconic Abbot Kinney. Hillstone – A longtime Santa Monica favorite overlooking the ocean. R&D Kitchen – Relaxed American fare with sushi, salads, and sandwiches. Ospi – Modern Italian that's perfect for a leisurely lunch.
Dinner
Giorgio Baldi – Classic Italian and one of Santa Monica's most beloved restaurants. Élephante – Rooftop dining with sweeping ocean views. BOA Steakhouse – Modern steakhouse just steps from the beach. Toscana – Elegant Northern Italian cuisine in nearby Brentwood.
Cocktails
The Bungalow – A lively Santa Monica institution. The Georgian Room – Sophisticated cocktails in a beautifully restored historic hotel. Terrazza at Hotel Casa del Mar – Oceanfront cocktails with spectacular sunset views. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper – Rooftop cocktails with Mediterranean-inspired ambiance.
Shopping
Santa Monica Place – Open-air shopping with luxury and contemporary brands. Third Street Promenade – A lively pedestrian street filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Abbot Kinney Boulevard – Venice's iconic destination for boutiques, cafés, and local favorites. Montana Avenue – Charming tree-lined street with upscale boutiques and neighborhood cafés. Brentwood Country Mart – A classic Westside destination for shopping, coffee, and casual dining. Malibu Country Mart – Upscale shopping and dining in the heart of Malibu.
Explore
Palisades Park – Scenic walking paths overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Santa Monica Pier – A Southern California landmark with classic oceanfront views. Venice Canals – A peaceful neighborhood perfect for an afternoon stroll. Getty Villa – World-class art and breathtaking coastal gardens. Will Rogers State Beach – One of our favorite beaches for a relaxing afternoon. Malibu Pier – A beautiful destination for dining, shopping, and ocean views.