BOA Steakhouse

This butcher shop offering locally sourced, pasture-raised meats also makes artisanal sandwiches.

Beach workout area, dating to the 1930s, with popular public bars, rings & ropes over the sand.

Rustic wood & dramatic beamed ceilings set the mood at this hip cocktail lounge for craft drinks.

Posh quarters in an upmarket hideaway offering 2 pools, refined dining, a fitness center & a bar. This upscale hotel is a 3-minute walk from Santa Monica State Beach, half a mile from Santa Monica Pier and 1 mile from Route 1 (the Pacific Highway). Elegant rooms with ocean, pool or city views also feature sitting areas, desks and minibars, as well as flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi. Some have balconies. Suites add separate living areas, pull-out sofas and whirlpool tubs. Room service is available. In addition to an upscale restaurant with an eclectic menu, amenities include a hip bar/lounge, a modern fitness center, and 2 outdoor pools with cabanas. Event facilities are also available.

Farm-to-table restaurant inside the Fairmont Miramar Hotel with a pewter bar & communal table.

Destination for refined renderings of Japanese curries served in humble surrounds.

Bustling operation serving up innovative Japanese fare & drinks amid modern decor.

Wexler's Deli is a gem in Santa Monica, serving up classic bagels, sandwiches with house-cured meats, and an inviting vibe that makes every bite memorable.

Birdie G's serves up casual, eclectic dishes in an airy barnhouse-chic space, where every bite—from the cornbread to the cocktails—feels delightfully unforgettable.

Cocktails, handmade pastas & seasonal fare in a stylish but relaxed space.