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Santa Monica / Westside, Los Angeles, CA

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Where historic Route 66 hits the bluffs overlooking the glistening Pacific Ocean sits the scenic city of Santa Monica that, along with much of LA’s Westside, has a relaxed and affluent vibe that starkly contrasts to the more hectic areas to the east.

By day there’s no shortage of outdoor activities, as the area’s wide, sandy beaches and adjacent bike paths are full of fitness-minded locals swimming, jogging, and playing volleyball. Tourists and families crowd the iconic Santa Monica pier and the popular weekly Farmers Market, while many of the city’s homeless laze along the grassy paths bordering Ocean Drive.

The shopping district centering around the Third Street Promenade bustles day and night with restaurants, fashionable stores, chill bars, a movie theater, and plenty of street performers to entertain the masses.

Much of Santa Monica’s nightlife caters to a preppier yuppie clientele that prefers more casual evenings of drinking and dining at the many seafront restaurants and hotel bars.

Those who want a livelier scene in this part of Los Angeles, however, will find a number of rowdy sports bars along Wilshire Boulevard that draw college students from nearby UCLA, as well as several “meat markets” on Main Street that fill up on weekends with a tipsier and flirtier crowd.

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The Arsenal

20s / 30s / Ambient Rock / Bar / DJ / Hip

Party Earth Review Fierce winds destroyed the original Arsenal in the 1870s, the Great Flood of 1916 laid waste to the second version, and a flicked cigarette burned the third incarnation to the ground ... more

12012 West Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90064

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Barney's Beanery (Santa Monica)

20s / 30s / Bar Food / Beer / Brunch

Reviewed by Gor G.

"This place is always great. It not so much of a family place as it is a place for hanging out with friends and catching up over some drinks. They have ..." more

1351 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401

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The Misfit Restaurant + Bar

Bar Food / Budget-friendly / TVs

Reviewed by Yvonne B.

"The Misfit is my favorite restaurant thus far since moving to Los Angeles. I love everything about this place, with the exception of the server we got ..." more

225 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Rosti Tuscan Kitchen

20s / 30s / 40s / Brunch / Casual / Lunch

Reviewed by Shelby G.

"My Advice/My Take: Rosti Tuscan Kitchen is hidden beneath the twinkling lights of Montana Avenue and flanked by an array of cozy restaurants and stor ..." more

931 Montana Avenue

Santa Monica, CA 90403

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Real Food Daily (Santa Monica)

American Restaurant / Brunch

Reviewed by Tricia M.

"I love healthy food, but not everyone does. I've definitely experienced some hits and misses with some of the dishes at RFD, but on average, it was de ..." more

514-516 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Bodega Wine Bar

20s / 30s / 80s Music / Bar Food / DJ

Party Earth Review One of the most popular wine bars in Santa Monica thanks to its unpretentious social scene, Bodega Wine Bar draws an irreverent crowd of young professionals and upscale Westside residents ... more

814 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Rick's Tavern on Main

20s / Bar Food / Baseball / Blouses

Party Earth Review Often called the Cheers of Santa Monica for its friendly vibe – and the Bronx by the beach for all the Yankees paraphernalia – Rick’s Tavern on Main is an always casual drinking den ... more

2907 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405

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Hillstone

30s / 40s / After Work / Asian Food

Reviewed by Shelby G.

"My Take: Hillstone is a swanky, intimate American and Japanese restaurant in Santa Monica that offers guests a cozy, yet chic setting for a gourmet me ..." more

202 Wilshire Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Hamasaku

20s / 30s / 40s / Asian Restaurant

Reviewed by Gerard Nash G.

"If you haven't tried Japanese food, then this is the perfect place to try it. All the sushi are great, and although the prices are quite pricey, they ..." more

11043 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90025

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Britannia Pub

20s / 30s / Bar Food / Beer / Burgers

Reviewed by Billy K.

"My Advice/My Take: Britannia Pub in Santa Monica is a great British bar for everyone of age. Nice bartenders, great mix of friendly tourists and local ..." more

318 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Circle Bar

20s / 30s / 40s / Actors / Bar / DJ / EDM / Pop

Party Earth Review A prime watering hole for hotties and ex-frat boys, Circle Bar kicks into high gear after 10pm, when the alcohol flows freely and the dance floor fills up with rowdy young partiers ... more

2926 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405

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Ye Olde Kings Head

20s / 30s / 40s / Baseball / Casual / Pub

Reviewed by Jayson M.

"Pubs are pubs, just no-fuss spots to grab a pint, eat crappy food, and hang with friends. I will say that the food here is some of the better British ..." more

116 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401

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