"Opened by chefs Sammi Tarantino and Tartine and Gjusta alum Sergio Espana, Layla serves bagels that are a cross between Montreal and New York styles. Served open-faced, the bagels arrive loaded with toppings like cream cheese, farmers market vegetables, and cured salmon. With its sceney front patio, solid lattes, and sweet and savory bagel combinations, Layla has become the place for languid weekend hangouts in Santa Monica." - Matthew Kang, Mona Holmes, Rebecca Roland