Eat, Stay, Play: Santa Monica, California
The hip beach-burb of Santa Monica, California is a hot spot for food and fun. Check out OTPYM’s latest picks for this happening neighborhood in sunny Los Angeles.
M Street Kitchen & Cha Cha Chicken
2000 Main St. / 1906 Ocean Ave.
This bakery has cocktails and comfort food to cure any craving (buttermilk pancakes or Croque Madame). For a more casual vibe, try the Caribbean Cha Cha Chicken who has a BYOB policy.
Viceroy Santa Monica
1819 Ocean Ave.
A chic and luxurious boutique hotel designed by Kelly Wearstler. Viceroy has a lively lobby and pool area, day and night. And it’s all just steps away from the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica Pier.
Rent a bike, take a tour
1555 2nd St.
With Santa Monica Bike Center, visitors can see the city on two wheels with street art to sweet tooth tours by bike or by Segway.
Photo Credits (top to bottom): M Street Kitchen; Viceroy Santa Monica; Santa Monica Bike Tours.