1 night in Santa Monica

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I'm planning on eating here in santa Monica swingersdiner/index.php

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Thanks guys will check them out

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we are staying at The Viceroy it looks amazing

What is your budget for food? Cheap or special place to eat?
I have been recommended the following by the hotel i am staying in

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Blue Plate Taco - $$$ - Mexican
blueplatesantamonica/bpt/home/
1515 Ocean Ave. (Broadway Ave)
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.458.2985
BPT is the 3rd installment from the creators of Blue Plate Oysterette and Blue Plate. With stunning views of the Pacific along Ocean Avenue and adjacent to the pool at Shore Hotel, this healthy, authentic update to the classic taco stand draws inspiration from the fresh, coastal cuisine found in seaside towns throughout Mexico.

Brick + Mortar - $$
brickandmortarla/
2435 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310.450.3434
Great gastropub on Main St. Located about 5-10 minutes walking distance from the hotel, Brick + Mortar brings comfort food classics with some extra bite. Their Short Rib Pizza, Chicken & Pork Pie, and Cheeseburger are something to satisfy your biggest hunger craving.

M Street Kitchen - $$
lagrandeorangesm
2000 N. Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310.396.9145
Located just blocks from Venice Beach, M Street Kitchen serves up commonly loved classics with a twist and presents an eclectic menu of fresh and delicious food for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Sonoma Wine Garden - $$$
sonomawinegarden
Rooftop
395 Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica, CA 90401
424.214.4560
A unique blend of classic Mediterranean and California cuisines, Sonoma Wine Garden emphasizes a casual dining experience, in a friendly atmosphere. Juxtaposing a wine country garden setting with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Sonoma Wine garden is designed with exquisite outdoor elements. to accent the wine and culinary experience California's wine country is famous for. Featuring a wood-burning pizza oven, outdoor garden patio and upscale lounge area that offers countless wines from all over the world. Sonoma Wine Garden is a sophisticated new addition to the bustling atmosphere of Santa Monica Place.

Stella Rossa Pizza Bar - $$
stellarossapizzabar/
2000 Main St. (Bicknell Ave.)
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310.396.9145
Located adjacent to M Street Kitchen, the same owners bring you their upscale pizza bar. Featuring gourmet pizzas to drool over and other appetizer favorites including Italian Chopped Salad, Burrata, and Salami Plate make Stella Rossa a must for any true pizza lover.

Urth Caffe - $$
urthcaffe
2327 Main St. (Hollister St.)
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310.314.7040
Great coffee & tea are a given at Urth Caffe, but it is their organic, fresh menu that keeps people coming back. Whether it's the Grilled Cilantro Chicken with Pesto, Quiche of the day or the Mediterranean Platter, Urth provides great lunch atmosphere and fare.

DINNER RECOMMENDATIONS

AXE - $$$
axerestaurant
1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd. (Brooks & Broadway)
Venice, CA 90291
310.664.9787
Located on Abbot Kinney Blvd, AXE provides an atmosphere where design and food co-exist under the guidance of sustainable principles. The seasonal menu is culturally diverse, simply refined, and highlights only the freshest ingredients. AXE sources directly from local farmers, organic vendors, and boutique producers. The beer and wine list reflects these principals and is composed of artisan products made with loving care.

BOA Steakhouse - $$$$
boasteak
101 Santa Monica Blvd. (Ocean Ave.)
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.899.4466
BOA Steakhouse is a contemporary steakhouse, serving classic steakhouse fare with a twist. Urbanite modern setting where food and service are top notch and the ambiance is relaxed and fashionable. With glimpses out to the Pacific, BOA makes a perfect local for a great dinner with friends, clients or someone special.

Gjelina - $$$
gjelina
1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd. (Milwood Ave.)
Venice, CA 90291
310.450.1429
Chef/co-owner Travis Lett's much-hyped Venice New American restaurant features an eclectic seasonal menu, thin-crust pizzas and small plates. A vibrant and busy dining room always makes Gjelina one of the top spots in all of Los Angeles. Also available for lunch where it is first-come, first-serve which is ideal for last minute dining.

Ivy at the Shore - $$$$
theivyrestaurant
1535 Ocean Ave. (Colorado Ave.)
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.393.3113
Ivy at The Shore Restaurant in Santa Monica offers classic American, Italian and Regional dishes in a romantic atmosphere with patio and terrace dining. Ivy at the Shore does have Ocean views and is a short walk from the hotel. Great for lunch or dinner.

Rustic Canyon Wine Bar & Seasonal Kitchen - $$$
rusticcanyonwinebar
1119 Wilshire Blvd. (11th St.)
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.393.7050
Rustic Canyon Wine Bar and Seasonal Kitchen is a neighborhood restaurant and wine bar located in Santa Monica. The regularly changing menu consists of Farmers' Market-inspired dishes along with a unique selection of boutique wineries from around the world. Rustic Canyon offers twenty options by the glass that rotate on a regular basis and an expanding list of small production offerings by the bottle.

The Penthouse - $$$
thehuntleyhotel
1111 2nd St. (California St.)
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310.393.8080
THE PENTHOUSE at The Huntley Hotel, a breathtaking restaurant and ultra lounge, with beach cabanas, open skies, silver bars, and open flames. Famed designer Thomas Schoos (Koi, TAO New York/Las Vegas) has teamed up with executive chef Seth Greenburg, to manifest a new visual celebration of the senses. The Penthouse features a contemporary American Menu with bold global influences. Chef Greenburg, who draws inspiration from the foods of France, Spain and beyond, presents a menu utilizing seasonal ingredients sourced from the Santa Monica farmers markets combined with unique ingredients from across the globe

Tar & Roses - $$$
tarandroses
602 Santa Monica Blvd. (6th St.)
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.587.0700
After turning Wilshire restaurant into what it is today, Chef/Owner Andrew Kirschner has now opened his first restaurant only 1 month ago. Tar & Roses serves up fantastic New American fare like Dry Aged Ribeye for two, Bone Marrow and Whole Roasted Branzino. T&R is quickly becoming one of Santa Monica's newest hotspots.

The Tasting Kitchen - $$$
thetastingkitchen
1633 Abbot Kinney Blvd. (Venice Blvd.)
Venice, CA 90291
310.392.6644
The Tasting Kitchen is an eclectic mix of food, atmosphere and clientele, capturing the heart & soul of New American dining. The dimly lit dining room is the ultimate in intimate upscale dining while remaining a place you would be comfortable finishing a bottle of wine with friends until closing time. The menu changes daily and exemplifies our scratch kitchen philosophy, with pastas made by hand daily, meats cured in-house, produce from the local farmers' market, and everything made and sold the same day.

Wilshire Restaurant - $$$
wilshirerestaurant
2454 Wilshire Blvd. (Chelsea & 25th St.)
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310.586.1707
Top Chef Contestant Nyesha Arrington heads up Wilshire, a trendy restaurant with innovative decor and a tasty seasonal New American menu. On Fridays & Saturdays, Wilshire rolls into a fun lounge with a DJ and dancing after dinner service is complete at about 10pm. For dinner, drinks, or both, Wilshire is always a winner.

I haven't eaten in any as I'm going for the first time but I am def checking out

The Wiltshire
The Penthouse at The Huntely and
The Ivy at the Shore

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