Downtown Santa Monica is equal parts shopping haven and street-performer stage. Just east of the Pier, the 3rd Street Promenade consists of three open-air, car-free blocks that are anchored by upscale Santa Monica Place, home to more than 80 retailers.
Likewise, foodies rejoice in the numerous restaurants and bars , featuring locally sourced ingredients and craft cocktails. Downtown Santa Monica and the Third Street Promenade are foodie hubs, with many delicious places to eat. When it comes to deli, accept no substitutes.
Eating at the iconic Santa Monica Promenade has something for every appetite. True Food Kitchen melds tasty recipes and fresh ingredients with a penchant for a good cocktail. The Hive offers organic juice, kombucha tea and honey shots along with build-your-own bowls, and Sweetgreen elevates the simple salad to decadent levels.
Santa Monica Place is a three-level, open-air shopping experience and dining destination that addresses your every need. Get ready to dill-light at Pickle Pop , the ultimate spot for your pickleball extravaganza. Closed off to street traffic, the pet-friendly Promenade is a perfect place to shop, eat and people-watch, plus catch the budding talents of versatile street performers. Specialty retailers abound here: Patagonia, Lululemon, Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters, just to name a few!
Pick up muscial instruments and other jamming needs at Truetone Music. You never know who will drop in on a show night to try out some new material at M. But Westside is more than a clubβclasses taught by seasoned pros offer the chance to explore and hone your own comedic prowess.
