Cool Stuff

Published by a Collective of volunteers since 1968, the Free Venice Beachhead is not only the oldest free publication in the country, but also one of the last underground papers still in existence. Today it continues to be the paper by, for, and of the Venice community. Its ...

The Annenberg Community Beach House is a public swimming pool, community center and gallery located right on the beach at the north end of Santa Monica State Beach. Developed in the 1920s by William Randolph Hearst for actress Marion Davies, the Beach House was a hot spot ...

Both the new W 3rd St location and the original Santa Monica location of BPO are super-dog-friendly with fan-equipped covered patios and they’ll keep you both cool on a hot day by bringing out water bowls. Blue Plate Oysterette is an East Coast seafood spot with a beachy, ...

What a fantastic restaurant to enjoy a delicious meal with a beautiful view of the ocean. Ocean vistas, famous hula pies, and a mellow vibe inspired by namesake Duke Kahanamoku (the Hawaiian father of international surfing. $5 Mai Tais and hula dancers on Fridays. The fish ...

For more than 30 years, Downtown Santa Monica has been at the forefront of the local food movement. It all started in 1981, with the establishment of a weekly farmers’ market where area growers could sell fresh produce directly to consumers. Now a twice-weekly event covering

Just like eating at Mom’s…only better! Anyone who has ever eaten in a New Jersey diner will feel right at home here. Menu that wont quit. Enormous portions. Gallons of coffee. Often with people waiting outside. Iconic breakfast joint in the beach town of Hermosa Beach. Busy ...

This ultra-cozy wine bar’s got a ceiling decorated with bottles and an ever changing wine list, as well as a menu with smallish grub like Crispy Cauliflower with Mint, Lime & Chili Flake; Bacon & Cheddar Sliders; and House-Made Charcuterie and Cheeses. You can also

Swanky near the beach, this bar has superb views of the Pacific. Order up cocktails like Sunrise Over Manhattan Beach, or take a pour from the futuristic wine dispensers. Then head to the upstairs bar for more drinks and upscale eats. 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan ...