Boba Lab

Bay Cities Italian Deli blends bustling ambiance with overstuffed sandwiches and gourmet groceries, all wrapped up in famously fresh, delicious bread.

Simple joint known for its New York-style thin-crust pies & slices, with late hours on weekends.

Santa Monica Brew Works, nestled by LAX, offers a breezy atmosphere, tasty beers, and plenty of pizza, making it the perfect spot for fun hangouts.

Unfussy family-owned produce market also spotlighting groceries, sundries & deli sandwiches.

Upscale hotel near the beach with a restaurant, an outdoor pool & a fitness center. A 9-minute walk from Santa Monica Pier, this refined beachfront hotel is 9 miles from Los Angeles International Airport. The sophisticated rooms have coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs with plug-and-play hubs, plus minibars, desks and marble bathrooms. Wi-Fi is available. Upgraded rooms feature living areas and/or balconies; some provide ocean views. Amenities include a high-end restaurant offering beach views, and a relaxed terrace lounge, plus an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There’s also a business center, along with 10 meeting rooms.

Studio offering a range of tattoo styles including realism and neo-traditional, as well as piercing services.

Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.

Rustic-chic re-do of a veteran fish house on the pier with local fare, craft beer & communal tables.

A sleek hotspot with a dress code, R+D Kitchen serves up a delightful mix of elevated meat and seafood dishes in a vibrant atmosphere perfect for gatherings.

Island-inspired drinks to sip in swanky lounge areas festooned with greenery.