Peter's Personal Faves
The BRIT has been one of our old watering holes. You can enjoy sports events while kicking back a few on their patio, inside, or now even on the 3rd street promenade. The proprietor, Rich, is super friendly and frequently there in person serving guests. Also ask for Jorge the waiter and he will take great care of you if you mention Peter sent you.
9 locals recommend
Britannia Pub
318 Santa Monica BlvdThe BRIT has been one of our old watering holes. You can enjoy sports events while kicking back a few on their patio, inside, or now even on the 3rd street promenade. The proprietor, Rich, is super friendly and frequently there in person serving guests. Also ask for Jorge the waiter and he will take great care of you if you mention Peter sent you.
Craving an omelet or a yummy breakfast? Check out this spot for some great brunch action.
7 locals recommend
Jinky's Cafe
1447 2nd StCraving an omelet or a yummy breakfast? Check out this spot for some great brunch action.
NEW LOCATION - 7th & Santa Monica Blvd.
This is my hands down FAVORITE italian restaurant in Santa Monica (and possibly in all of Los Angeles county). It's your classic mom and pop restaurant that had recently relocated to a larger space, but kept their prices low and their food quality just as fantastic. Large family style portions and beer/wine. We still like to come here regularly.
76 locals recommend
Fritto Misto
620 Santa Monica BlvdNEW LOCATION - 7th & Santa Monica Blvd.
This is my hands down FAVORITE italian restaurant in Santa Monica (and possibly in all of Los Angeles county). It's your classic mom and pop restaurant that had recently relocated to a larger space, but kept their prices low and their food quality just as fantastic. Large family style portions and beer/wine. We still like to come here regularly.
Craving a steak? This is THE spot in Santa Monica. Great views of the ocean and the pier, and a plethora of options of porterhouse steaks as well as multiple cuts of dry aged meats. They've got a full bar, and other fantastic options for both seafood and vegetarians too. Great ambiance- recommend getting reservations in advance especially on weekends.
12 locals recommend
Meat On Ocean
1501 Ocean AveCraving a steak? This is THE spot in Santa Monica. Great views of the ocean and the pier, and a plethora of options of porterhouse steaks as well as multiple cuts of dry aged meats. They've got a full bar, and other fantastic options for both seafood and vegetarians too. Great ambiance- recommend getting reservations in advance especially on weekends.
EXCLUSIVE - For a truly exceptional, personal Japanese omakase experience, contact me to arrange a private sitting for you and your group. I personally know the head chef and can secure a reservation for you, which otherwise is highly difficult to do as they only take reservation requests on their website. Here you can enjoy a highly eclectic magical tour of 21-25 small dishes of culinary excellence from ingredients sourced from all around the world. It is a 3-4 hour interactive affair where you can expect to be treated like a VIP. Inquire in advance with me as Yama-san is typically booked out.
Yamakase
11901 Santa Monica BoulevardEXCLUSIVE - For a truly exceptional, personal Japanese omakase experience, contact me to arrange a private sitting for you and your group. I personally know the head chef and can secure a reservation for you, which otherwise is highly difficult to do as they only take reservation requests on their website. Here you can enjoy a highly eclectic magical tour of 21-25 small dishes of culinary excellence from ingredients sourced from all around the world. It is a 3-4 hour interactive affair where you can expect to be treated like a VIP. Inquire in advance with me as Yama-san is typically booked out.
Sightseeing
The 3rd Street Promenade is a shopping esplanade that has many restaurants and street shows. It's a vibrant and lively walk where you may find yourself coming back home with a few bags of shopping goods.
133 locals recommend
3rd Street Promenade
3rd Street PromenadeThe 3rd Street Promenade is a shopping esplanade that has many restaurants and street shows. It's a vibrant and lively walk where you may find yourself coming back home with a few bags of shopping goods.
Food scene
A delicious brunch spot that features a varietal menu and seasonal sundries to enjoy. Great coffee, breads, sandwiches, deli items. Highly recommend!
140 locals recommend
Huckleberry Cafe
1014 Wilshire BlvdA delicious brunch spot that features a varietal menu and seasonal sundries to enjoy. Great coffee, breads, sandwiches, deli items. Highly recommend!
If you need a fancy wine, cheese, deli meat, or spirit, look no further than Wally's. They have a HUMONGOUS selection throughout their large property and they even have an in-house as well as outdoor seating restaurant area. Great eats, great drinks - can't go wrong.
10 locals recommend
Wally's Santa Monica
214 Wilshire BlvdIf you need a fancy wine, cheese, deli meat, or spirit, look no further than Wally's. They have a HUMONGOUS selection throughout their large property and they even have an in-house as well as outdoor seating restaurant area. Great eats, great drinks - can't go wrong.
Excellent italian restaurant right in downtown Santa Monica. Highly recommend!
24 locals recommend
North Italia
1442 2nd StExcellent italian restaurant right in downtown Santa Monica. Highly recommend!