Jennifer's Guidebook
Restaurants
Amazingly fresh sushi and cozy environment, almost feels like your in Japan!
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Sushi King
1330 Wilshire BlvdAmazingly fresh sushi and cozy environment, almost feels like your in Japan!
If your lucky enough to get an order of the Pan Fried Fish fish, you’re golden. Wonderful environment with exceptional upgraded American dishes. Cool ambience and upscale dinner spot.
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R+D Kitchen
1323 Montana AveIf your lucky enough to get an order of the Pan Fried Fish fish, you’re golden. Wonderful environment with exceptional upgraded American dishes. Cool ambience and upscale dinner spot.
Probably one of my favorite Italian spots in SM. They have fresh ingredients imported daily and you can tell because of the quality of each dish. Simple menu and perfect portions. We recommend the Pomodoro and Vongle.
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UOVO
1320 2nd StProbably one of my favorite Italian spots in SM. They have fresh ingredients imported daily and you can tell because of the quality of each dish. Simple menu and perfect portions. We recommend the Pomodoro and Vongle.
Amazing place to find a variety of different types of sausage! Cute vibe with a back room and great beer.
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Wurstküche Restaurant Venice Beach
625 Lincoln BlvdAmazing place to find a variety of different types of sausage! Cute vibe with a back room and great beer.
Deli with the best sandwiches in Santa Monica! Godmother is great :)
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Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery
1517 Lincoln BlvdDeli with the best sandwiches in Santa Monica! Godmother is great :)
Huckleberry Cafe
1014 Wilshire BlvdGreat brunch spot, can’t miss!
Pizzeria Mozza
641 N Highland AveOne of the best meatball pizzas, can’t miss
The Commons Ale House
129 BroadwayGastropub on the beach with great food
Highly recommend if driving down the PCH into Malibu, best seafood
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Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market & Patio Cafe
25653 CA-1Highly recommend if driving down the PCH into Malibu, best seafood
In-N-Out Burger
13425 Washington BlvdThe most iconic spot, must do
Going out
Fun local spot right by the beach. Great place for daytime or nighttime depending on your mood. Indoor and outdoor areas with fireplace in the back. Great drinks!
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The Bungalow
101 Wilshire BlvdFun local spot right by the beach. Great place for daytime or nighttime depending on your mood. Indoor and outdoor areas with fireplace in the back. Great drinks!
Dim lit lounge with strong drinks and a great ambience. The ricotta toast is a nice pairing!
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The Chestnut Club
1348 14th StDim lit lounge with strong drinks and a great ambience. The ricotta toast is a nice pairing!
Bodega Wine Bar Santa Monica
814 BroadwayCute wine bar, neighborhood favorite
Santa Monica Brew Works
1920 Colorado AveGood place to get a beer and snacks!
Food scene
Elephante
1332 2nd StGreat place to catch the sunset, overlooks the ocean
Erewhon Market
585 Venice Blvd.A healthy vibey grocery store
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee
631 Wilshire BlvdCoffee Shop
Healthy coffee shop
Bulletproof Cafe Santa Monica
3110 Main St
Demitasse
1149 3rd StCute neighborhood coffee shop
Great place to get some work done during the day and grab a coffee or snack
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Intelligentsia Coffee Venice Coffeebar
1331 Abbot Kinney BlvdGreat place to get some work done during the day and grab a coffee or snack
Bodega Wine Bar Santa Monica
814 BroadwayGreat place to work and have a beer or coffee
Neighborhoods
Silver Lake
Downtown Los Angeles
Sightseeing
Come for day (little hike and nice views) or night (to see stars and all of LA lit up)
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Griffith-Observatorium
2800 E Observatory RdCome for day (little hike and nice views) or night (to see stars and all of LA lit up)
Runyon Canyon Park
2000 N Fuller AveMust do hike if visiting LA