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Perched atop Huntley Hotel, this trendy American eatery is famed for cocktails & panoramic views.

Blue Plate Oysterette is a cozy seaside gem dishing out fresh seafood, a vibrant raw bar, and stunning ocean views, all with friendly service.

Upmarket hotel featuring modern rooms & suites, plus a rooftop pool, dining & a bar. Off a bustling tree-lined road and across from Christine Emerson Reed Park, this upscale hotel is a mile from both the Santa Monica Pier and Interstate 10. Modern, airy rooms feature flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi access and Bluetooth speakers, along with sitting areas, minibars and designer toiletries. Some add balconies or garden terraces. Suites provide living rooms and Nespresso machines. Room service is offered 24/7. Amenities include a rooftop pool, a chic restaurant and a bar, along with loaner electric bikes and surfboards. There's also a 24-hour gym. Breakfast and valet parking are available for a surcharge.

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

Romantic venue with a fireplace, serving steaks, pastas, and other upscale fare, plus cocktails.

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.

Stalwart grocer specializing in Persian & Middle Eastern goods, including pastries, cheese & bread.

This stunning 1920s oceanfront hotel offers luxurious rooms, top-notch dining, and exceptional service, all just steps from the beach.

A nostalgic spot in Santa Monica celebrating celebrity sightings, where you can indulge in mouthwatering steaks, fresh seafood, and handcrafted cocktails.

Milo & Olive serves up delicious wood-fired pizzas and tempting pastries in a cozy spot, perfect for casual brunches or romantic dinners.