Food Scene
Morfia's
4077 Lincoln BlvdDelish Ribs, BBQ and Southern Food
try their "not so secret" menu: http://www.in-n-out.com/menu/not-so-secret-menu.aspx
335 locals recommend
In-N-Out Burger
13425 Washington Blvdtry their "not so secret" menu: http://www.in-n-out.com/menu/not-so-secret-menu.aspx
Starbucks
12100 Santa Monica Blvd2nd best nearby Starbucks
Freebirds World Burrito
5001 183AGreat cheap Mexican, free wifi
Cafe Buna
552 Washington BlvdGreat for coffee and breakfast, good gluten free options, open early.
Locanda Positano
4059 Lincoln Blvd5 star Italian, amazing truffle dishes
Paiche
13488 Maxella AveExpensive but delicious seafood
Wendy's
9036 Venice BoulevardGreat doughnuts!
Essentials
Starbucks
12100 Santa Monica BlvdBest nearby Starbucks, large area for working inside
Arts & Culture
Dine-in Movie Theater, cheaper during the week and weekend matinees
198 locals recommend
AMC DINE-IN Marina 6
13455 Maxella AveDine-in Movie Theater, cheaper during the week and weekend matinees