• Santa Monica Guide

    Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    Los Angeles Gift Guide

    by Jennifer Smith

    Is it just us or does everyone feel that giddy, childlike thrill brought on by the thought of presents? Sure, we’re in a recession but great gift giving doesn’t… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    L.A. Thanksgiving Planner 2009

    by Matthew Allard

    The holiday season has arrived. Which, let's be honest, means one very important thing: Roast feast. Whether it's turkey or tofurkey--pull up a chair, slap on a… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    5 To Try: Martinis in Los Angeles

    by Mar Yvette

    When it comes to drinking, no cocktail is quite as iconic as the martini. Maybe it's that classic glass shape, those tantalizing garnishes (olives! lemon… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    L.A. Animal Rescues & Shelters

    by Mar Yvette

    Forget baking in the sun and trying to be a celeb. If there's one thing L.A. loves, it's dogs (and the occasional cat). But even with our canine obsession,… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    Handmade Helpers: Best Places to D.I.Y.

    by Matthew Allard

    'Tis always the season to do-it-yourself. That's right, with your own two bare hands. After all, handmade gifts and D.I.Y. crafts cost nearly a fraction of some… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    Game On: L.A.'s Best Sports Bars

    by Matthew Allard

    Looking for big-screen TVs, cold beer and fan-friendly fare? Well then, game on! Los Angeles sports bars are open nearly round the clock, airing all your… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    Belly Up: 12 Beer Bars in Los Angeles

    by Mar Yvette

    Not fond the frou-frou wine scene? Prefer a cold one at a cool bar to a fancy cocktail at some sweaty club? Whether it's an old favorite like Father's Office or… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    L.A.'s Most Awesome Veggie Burgers

    by Mar Yvette

    Listen up, meatheads: It's time to rethink the burger. Sure, humankind's most iconic gastronomic indulgence will be forever tied to its beefy history as a juicy… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    Pigging Out: Bacon Desserts in L.A.

    by Mar Yvette

    Forget Raymond. Everybody loves bacon. Even the staunchest vegetarian has been known to weaken at a whiff of the "other white meat" in its most tantalizing… more

  • Editor Picks: Santa Monica

    Meals on Wheels: L.A.'s Food Truck Craze

    by Mar Yvette

    Taco trucks have been around longer than most of us have been alive. But lately, thanks in no small part to Twitter and an ever-harder-to-satisfy sense of… more

People in Santa Monica Are Saying…

Local Lists

5 Places I'm Thankful for in Los Angeles
Posted by EcoVeganGal - on November 18, 2009
1. Seed Kitchen for the best veggie burgers I've ever had 2. Venice Canals for an escape from the city within the city 3. Huntington Gardens for a spectacular place to…more
Favorite Bars
Posted by JonSoleymani - on November 16, 2009
These are all my favorite bars!
/guide/2009/11/13/0/kxwgcIqI158.jpeg
Santa Monica Beach Hotels
Posted by Valerie L - on November 13, 2009
Beach hotels in Santa Monica are as nice to stay in as they are to gawk at. Here is a list of Santa Monica beach hotels that I would recommend to Los Angeles visitors.

Just Reviewed

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Great Place, Great Customer Service=Happy Customer
Posted by freedy710 yesterday
Review of STARTRONICS : I came into Startronics by chance for Tints and a Wheel Repair. Eddie (the owner) was very personable and we spoke about how each type of tint works for your car. He was very enthusiastic about how good of a job he…more
1 Star Rating: Poor HORRIBLE
Posted by Jenny F 6 hours ago
Review of Tazzina : Not only is Cafe Tazzina is an ANTI GLB establishment, they have horrible customer service, its crowded, with average food. I work next door at UCLA and used to go there sometimes. I called one morning w/ a big…more
4 Star Rating: Recommended Great hotel
Posted by rnoord on November 17, 2009
Review of The Huntley Hotel : Stayed here twice and I have had great things to say each time. The room swere clea, check-in was fast, and the bar and breakfast spot is also really excellent.

Top Reviewers

10 reviews 2 rated helpful

Top Reviewer: Mar Yvette
Last reviewed Good Dog Animal Rescue on November 16, 2009
“Animal rescue and adoption saves lives throughout L.A.”
Headquartered out of Santa Monica, Good Dog Animal Rescue saves dogs and cats from kill shelters, puppy mills and other non-optimal environments. Each animal is spayed or neutered and…more

10 reviews 1 rated helpful

Top Reviewer: CSMobileUser
Last reviewed Premier Mobile Tanning6 hours ago
“Simply Awsome!!!”
Great costumer service, Tausha really knows what she's doing. Very professional...

10 reviews

Top Reviewer: JonSoleymani
Last reviewed Riva on November 18, 2009
“Great experience”
We went to the new Fraiche in Santa Monica for a 6 person birthday party dinner. Nice place, GREAT service, and good desserts. The food was just so-so, as my lamb dinner wasn't what I…more