West Side - South of the 10

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This is for all the restaurants on the west side of the town which are south of the 10 but north of LAX. This includes Santa Monica, Venice, Culver City, Marina, Playa and Westchester

 1. 3 Square Cafe + Bakery

1121 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90293
(310) 399-6504

Categories: Bakeries, Sandwiches, American (New)

Neighbourhood: Venice

3.0 star rating
  8/12/2011

Seems like a great place but the food is a little overpriced for me - although looking at the menu now, it seems more reasonable than I remember.  I only ordered a couple breads/pastries so maybe those were more expensive than I liked.

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 2. Alibi Room

12236 W Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 390-9300

Categories: Lounges, Korean

Neighbourhood: Culver City

3.0 star rating
  10/31/2009

Finally went here after reading hearing about it for so long.  Naturally people spoke about the availability of Kogi tacos here, but I rarely heard anything specific about the bar itself so I was always hesitant to come here.  The other night a…More »

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 3. Ayara Thai

6245 W 87th St
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 410-8848

Category: Thai

Neighbourhood: Westchester / LAX

4.0 star rating
  12/3/2009

Ye olde lunch decision.  Yet again I found myself craving some new restaurant for lunch and saw this place in my bookmarks.  I ordered the pad Thai lunch special which came with a healthy portion of pad Thai (I got chicken), two vegetable spring…More »

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 4. Baby Blues BBQ

444 Lincoln Blvd
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 396-7675

Category: Barbeque

Neighbourhood: Venice

5.0 star rating
  10/13/2009

So delicious!  It has been a couple months since I was last here so unfortunately this will be a short review since I can't remember exactly what we ate.

Four of us arrived a little late, around 8, on a weekday and the place was packed.  Luckily,…More »

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 5. Backstage Bar & Grill

10400 Culver Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 839-3892

Category: Karaoke

Neighbourhood: Culver City

3.0 star rating
  8/19/2009

Backstage is a decent place with a good karaoke scene.  It can get crowded but it's a fun way to unwind after a long day, if you're in the area.  I don't think I'd ever make a special drive to come out here unless a friend is having a gathering.

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 6. Baja Cantina

311 Washington Blvd
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 821-2252

Category: Mexican

5.0 star rating
  9/27/2008

Went here for lunch the other day and had a great time.  The place was mysteriously empty when we arrived at 12.  It filled up, though, after we sat down.

There was a group of us and we sat outside.  Nice atmosphere, nice place to be outside,…More »

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 7. Beechwood - CLOSED

822 Washington Blvd
Venice, CA 90292
(310) 448-8884

Categories: Lounges, American (New), Beer, Wine & Spirits

Neighbourhood: Venice

4.0 star rating
  9/7/2008

Pretty cool place.  I like that half is indoors and half is outdoors.  The fire pit looks cool and provides a decent amount of warmth.  Even though it's on a major street, you don't really hear the traffic at all.  The lounge is set up with…More »

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 8. Bella Vista Brazilian Gourmet Pizza

10826 Venice Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 558-2374

Categories: Pizza, Brazilian

Neighbourhood: Culver City

5.0 star rating
  9/13/2010

I bookmarked this place to try and promptly forgot about it, as I do with so many bookmarks on yelp.  It wasn't until a coworker suggested that we all go out for pizza, saying that he wanted to try this new restaurant called Bella Vista, that I…More »

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 9. Beverage Warehouse

4935 McConnell Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 306-2822
5.0 star rating
  12/29/2011

Huge selection of beers, wines, liquors and spirits and good prices with a friendly and helpful staff that can get you that perfect brand of Cachaça to use in your Caipirinhas.

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 10. Bigfoot West

10939 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 287-2200

Category: Lounges

4.0 star rating
  8/19/2009

We all know the original Bigfoot Lodge is a superb bar with an excellent bar staff, fun karaoke nights, delicious drinks and an all around great atmosphere.  But what about those of us who moved to the west side?  Don't we deserve some of that…More »

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 11. Bikerowave

12255 Venice Blvd
Mar Vista, CA 90066
(310) 230-5236
5.0 star rating
  5/5/2009

In a similar category to the Bicycle Kitchen (where I built my bike).  I now live on the west side and needed to do some maintenance so a friend recommended this place.  It was perfect.  Open relatively late (10pm?).  Very friendly and helpful staff…More »

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 12. Boardwalk 11

10433 National Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 837-5245

Categories: Restaurants, Karaoke, Dive Bars

Neighbourhood: Palms

4.0 star rating
  10/13/2009

I've only come here on Thursdays for karaoke.  Not sure if they do karaoke very night.  It's not too crowded on Thursdays, which is why my friends and I chose that night.

I can understand why it isn't that crowded.  The waitresses/waiters are not…More »

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 13. Bottlerock

3847 Main St
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 836-9463

Categories: Wine Bars, Beer, Wine & Spirits

Neighbourhood: Culver City

4.0 star rating
  4/25/2012

Came here last night for a Laugintas tasting - 5 beers for $15 plus a souvenir glass and 20% off any additional full beer.  I'd actually never heard of this place before but just happened to read about it on a blog I follow and was pleasantly…More »

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 14. Brennan's Pub

4089 Lincoln Blvd
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 821-6622

Category: Pubs

Neighbourhood: Venice

3.0 star rating
  11/1/2009

Thursday turtle racing!!  Thursday turtle racing!!  Thursday turtle racing!!

That's all I've experienced of this place.  Other reviewers can give a better account of the whole experience, and it's definitely something you should experience at least…More »

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 15. Brick + Mortar

2435 Main St
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 450-3434

Categories: American (New), Burgers

Neighbourhood: Santa Monica

4.0 star rating
  4/10/2012

Met some coworkers here for drinks on a Friday night and the place was packed.  It wasn't packed-like-sardines packed, but it was still really crowded.  We found a spot near the bar and ordered drinks while we waited for a table, which took over an…More »

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 16. The Brig

1515 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 399-7537

Categories: Music Venues, Dive Bars

Neighbourhood: Venice

3.0 star rating
  1/20/2009

You gotta be prepared to come in there.  It gets really crowded and loud but luckily never feels stifling.  Drinks are reasonable for the location.  Tuesday nights there is free, live jazz.  How could anyone pass that up?

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 17. Café Bolivar

1741 Ocean Park Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 581-2344

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Santa Monica

5.0 star rating
  1/30/2011

I read about this place in the weekly yelp, chocolate edition.  They mentioned the choco chai - Oaxacan cocoa and Indian spiced tea.  I knew immediately that I had to have it.  I finally made it to this place this weekend.  It was worth the wait.

The…More »

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 18. Cha Cha Chicken

1906 Ocean Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 581-1684

Category: Caribbean

Neighbourhood: Santa Monica

5.0 star rating
  7/28/2008

Really good food.  I've only eaten here once but I really want to go back.

The first time I biked to Santa Monica I went to the beach and saw this place on the way.  I was really hungry so I'm sure anything would have sufficed, but I'm glad I stopped…More »

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 19. Chego

3300 Overland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 287-0337

Category: Korean

Neighbourhood: Palms

3.0 star rating
  9/20/2010

I've of course been wanting to try this place for a while, given all the media buzz it's gotten over the past couple months.  I actually live in walking distance so I'm surprised it took me this long.  Thankfully, though, I found myself coming home…More »

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 20. Chipotle Mexican Grill

4718 Admiralty Way
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 821-0059

Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex, Fast Food

Neighbourhood: Marina Del Rey

3.0 star rating
  9/25/2008

First off, it should be noted that I've only been to two other Chipotle restaurants in my life (Burbank and West Hollywood) and the last time I went was nearly a year ago.  I remember the burritos being delicious, filling, reasonably priced, and…More »

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 21. Cock 'n Bull

2947 Lincoln Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 399-9696

Categories: Bars, British, Karaoke

Neighbourhood: Santa Monica

3.0 star rating
  6/20/2009

This can be a fun place but it's never somewhere I'll think of going.  They have a fun trivia night (I forget which night, maybe tuesdays?) but they don't have enough chairs for everyone.  perhaps it's too popular for its own good.

It also gets really…More »

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 22. Coffee Connection

3838 S Centinela Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-1380

Category: Coffee & Tea

3.0 star rating
  12/28/2009

I used to come to this place all the time since it was a good midpoint on my way home from work.  If I had had a particularly stressful day, or traffic was frustrating me, I would stop here to relax.

The coffee is pretty good and I liked the…More »

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 23. The Coffee Co

8751 La Tijera Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-7315

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Westchester / LAX

5.0 star rating
  10/31/2009

Great food, great atmosphere, and even better service.

I was bringing my brother to the airport and figured that that would make a good excuse to try this restaurant.

We got there around 10:30 and the place looked full.  There was a line to the door…More »

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 24. Conservatory For Coffee, Tea & Cocoa

10117 Washington Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 558-0436

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Culver City

3.0 star rating
  12/29/2011

2.5 stars.  I don't really get what all the hype is about this place.  Personally, I didn't find their drinks or menu to be anything special.  Additionally, I didn't find the atmosphere to be all that welcoming.  There are a paltry amount of tables…More »

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 25. The Counter

2901 Ocean Park Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 399-8383

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Santa Monica

4.0 star rating
  9/14/2008

I wanna give this place 4.5 stars but not a full 5.

The customization aspect of it is, of course, awesome.  It's always great to choose how and what you want.  I have this restaurant idea of opening a place where the menu is all the ingredients we…More »

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 26. Crossroads BBQ

2927 S Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(424) 832-7300

Categories: Barbeque, American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: West Los Angeles

2.0 star rating
  6/14/2011

Everyone in my party had the same opinion.  The food was, unfortunately, just mediocre and priced above what it tasted, both for the BBQ and the accompanying Mexican joint.

I ordered the pulled pork with mac and cheese and creamed spinach.  I liked…More »

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 27. The Culver Hotel

9400 Culver Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 558-9400

Categories: Hotels, Lounges

Neighbourhood: Culver City

4.0 star rating
  8/12/2011

This is a pretty classy place although you don't have to be classy to come here.  It's stop pre or post movie for a quick drink or light bite.  I don't remember any specific moments or meals here but there certainly weren't any bad experiences.

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 28. The Daily Pint

2310 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 450-7631

Category: Dive Bars

Neighbourhood: Santa Monica

4.0 star rating
  5/5/2009

This is what a good, home town, home grown bar should be like.  Walk in and you feel instantly like a part of the crowd (even if you know no one there).  One half is a crowded bar while the other half seems more like your best friend's basement and…More »

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 29. Elvino Wine Shop & Tasting Bar

1142 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 396-9705

Category: Beer, Wine & Spirits

Neighbourhood: Venice

3.0 star rating
  4/9/2011

Checked this place out on a lazy Sunday a couple months ago.  I was biking around and thought I'd stop by Abbot Kinney and check out some local shops.  This place caught my eye because of the crowd already in there and the allure of wine tastings.…More »

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 30. Empanada's Place

3811 Sawtelle Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-0888

Categories: Argentine, Bakeries

Neighbourhood: Culver City

5.0 star rating
  10/31/2009

Finally went here after driving past it every day towards work.  It's really good.  I went to Argentina a few months ago and came back craving Argentine food.  Low and behold, I end up moving into a neighborhood containing this restaurant.  My…More »

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 31. Father's Office

3229 Helms Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 736-2224
4.0 star rating
  3/26/2010

I'm a really big fan of this place.  I just wish it were cheaper.

They have  a wide selection of beers and wines, a detailed menu and a very knowledgeable staff who will help you decide what you are looking for based on a few questions.  They also…More »

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 32. Figtree's Café & Grill

429 Oceanfront Walk
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 392-4937

Category: American (New)

3.0 star rating
  9/20/2010

I've been here a couple times since I bought two groupons.  The first time I came for brunch and had a great meal.  However, I can't for the life of me remember what I ordered.  I think it was the eggs lulu.  It was definitely an egg dish.  My friend…More »

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 33. Ford's Filling Station

9531 Culver Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 202-1470

Categories: American (New), Gastropubs

Neighbourhood: Culver City

3.0 star rating
  8/12/2011

Finally checked this place out.  I liked the atmosphere and enjoyed the food and service but didn't care for the prices.

We started with the fried chicken sliders.  I really like the crumbly rosemary biscuit but the chicken could've just as easily…More »

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 34. Frio Automotive

6575 W Manchester Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 568-8930

Category: Auto Repair

Neighbourhood: Westchester / LAX

5.0 star rating
  10/25/2009

Very friendly and trustworthy service.  A friend gave me a coupon for an oil change here and that's why I went (also, it's near my office).  I was very satisfied with the price and service.  I was not pressured into getting anything that I hadn't…More »

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 35. Go Veggie - CLOSED

5462 S Centinela Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 577-0167
3.0 star rating
  12/23/2008

This is a great little place to grab a quick, healthy lunch.  I wouldn't go out of my way to come here but since I can walk here from work, it is a great alternative to the greasy lunch trucks that come.

I got a grilled veggie sandwich which I had…More »

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 36. Club Good Hurt

12249 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 390-1076

Categories: Lounges, Music Venues

3.0 star rating
  10/25/2009

This is a decent place to come get a drink and watch your friend's band perform.  Or, let your friends get a drink and watch your own band perform.  Either way, the bartenders are dressed in a nurse's uniform and are attractive.

Other than that,…More »

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 37. Gyenari - CLOSED

9540 Washington Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 838-3131

Category: Korean

Neighbourhood: Culver City

5.0 star rating
  11/15/2010

Full 5 star review.

My cousins and I came here on a Wednesday and we ordered the G2 special, which is only $99 on Wednesdays (all the prix-fix are cheaper on Wednesdays).  We were three people but there were leftovers so I think it's definitely enough…More »

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 38. Hinano Café

15 Washington Blvd
Venice, CA 90292
(310) 822-3902

Categories: Dive Bars, Burgers

4.0 star rating
  10/25/2009

I like that this is a dive bar right smack in the middle of all the other trendy and expensive bars and restaurants in the Marina.  It's a great place to grab a burger and beer(s) for lunch or come for a night.  But, it can get crowded and hot.

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 39. Honey's Kettle Fried Chicken

9537 Culver Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 202-5453

Category: Southern

Neighbourhood: Culver City

5.0 star rating
  8/12/2011

Seriously, what's not to love about fried chicken?  Add in some flavorful dips and call yourself Honey's Kettle and you've got yourself a winner.  The wait is always really long when I'm there but I've always taken it as a sign that they're preparing…More »

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 40. Howard's Famous Bacon & Avocado Burgers

11127 Venice Blvd Ste 7
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-9111

Category: Fast Food

3.0 star rating
  2/14/2009

I hesitate to give this place any more than 3 stars and wonder if it should actually be 2.5.

To start, the sign attracted me, as it did for many others, it seemed.  I've been driving by it for nearly a year (usually on my way to In N Out) always…More »

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