Donut shop · Santa Monica
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"Sidecar makes doughnuts throughout the day at all six LA locations, so the possibility of warm fritters is likely on every visit. The entire menu is worth trying, but the cakey huckleberry doughnut is the standout." - Mona Holmes, Eater Staff
Caribbean restaurant · Ocean Park
Cha Cha Chicken is a vibrant Caribbean shack near Santa Monica Beach, serving spicy jerk and coconut fried chicken with killer sides and a laid-back BYOB patio.
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Bar & grill · Santa Monica
Big Dean’s is a laid-back Santa Monica beach bar classic with oceanfront patios, solid pub grub, craft beers, and a local sports vibe.
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Thai restaurant · Ocean Park
Satdha is a sleek vegan Thai spot in Santa Monica, spotlighting vibrant flavors with inventive dishes like khao soi and beet-dyed noodles.
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Chocolate shop · Santa Monica
The new Ghirardelli shop across from Santa Monica Pier is a chocolate lover's dream, offering rich fudge sundaes and a cozy spot to indulge.
Sushi restaurant · Santa Monica
Sugarfish offers a chic, intimate dining experience where you can indulge in high-quality sushi and omakase-style meals that never disappoint.
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Deli · Santa Monica
This 24-hour eatery captures the essence of a classic New York diner, serving generous portions of comfort food in a cozy, nostalgic setting.
Traditional American restaurant · Pico
Birdie G's in Santa Monica serves elevated Midwestern-Jewish comfort food with playful twists in an industrial-chic, spacious barnhouse-inspired setting.
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Restaurant · Northeast
Palms n’ Patties serves up simple, grass-fed smashburgers and crispy beef tallow fries in a minimalist Santa Monica spot with serious flavor.
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Bar · Pico
A cozy Santa Monica spot with Victorian vibes, punchy soju cocktails, shuffleboard, darts, indie tunes, and eclectic games for a laid-back hangout.
Italian restaurant · Santa Monica
Forma is a lively modern Italian restaurant on Montana Avenue, where delectable pasta twirls in a cheese wheel amidst a cozy, youthful vibe.
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