Gott's Roadside Opens Downtown Santa Monica Location
The Northern California burger chain has debuted a restaurant at Wilshire Boulevard and 4th Street, blocks from the Third Street Promenade.
Santa Monica Food and Drink News
This page covers restaurant openings, menu trends, industry reports, food safety and culinary events. Reporting follows the local dining scene from casual spots to formal establishments.
Baking
Live Poll
Is waiting in line for over 30 minutes worth it to try a new local restaurant?
Matilda's Bakery Opens in Santa Monica
The bakery at the Santa Monica airport is managing high demand for its artisanal breads and pastries.
Dining Out
Victorian Closes, Santa Monica Club Plan Advances
The longtime Santa Monica restaurant and club shut its doors after a final Halloween weekend as the city-owned site moves toward a family membership club.
Desserts
Live Poll
Do you welcome the opening of new international chain businesses in your neighborhood?
Bacio di Latte Opened New Santa Monica Gelato Shop
The international gelato chain has expanded its California presence to a second location on Montana Avenue.
Organic Food
Live Poll
Is now a good time for you to start a home vegetable garden?
Santa Monica Farmers Market Welcomes Autumn Harvest
Vendors at Arizona Avenue and 2nd Street transition to new seasonal crops this October.
Coffee
Live Poll
Would you consider replacing your daily coffee with a low-caffeine alternative to improve your health?
Santa Monica Founder Grows Coffee Alternative Brand
Brendan Smith created the low-caffeine drink Joe'y after a health scare required him to reduce his intake.
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Reporting here centers on restaurant industry shifts, public health safety recalls, new culinary ventures and menu changes. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal dining patterns fluctuate heavily based on visitor traffic, while commercial real estate costs heavily dictate which concepts succeed long term. Labor market shifts and health department inspections are the two constants that shape the daily experience of eating out.