Things to do in Santa Monica (US)

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The Lobster (Seafood restaurant)
1602 Ocean Ave
4.3

The Lobster is most popular around 7 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1,5-2,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

The Lobster is a historic landmark located on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, CA, right next to the entrance of the World-Famous Santa Monica Pier. The Lobster has been serving up delicious seafood to guests for nearly 100 years! For the past two decades, we've specialized in Grilled Maine Lobster & the seasonal California Spiny Lobster. Our kitchen is led by Celebrity Chef Govind Armstrong. Along with lobster, we feature seasonal dishes and locally-sourced seafood entrees.

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ERBA Markets - West LA (Shopping)
12320 W Pico Blvd
4.7

ERBA Markets - West LA is most popular around 2 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay 15 min here. It's most quiet on Sundays.

ERBA Markets - West LA is a cannabis dispensary in Los Angeles, California. Located conveniently on Pico Blvd adjacent to the 10 FWY, we serve the communities of Brentwood, Santa Monica, Westwood, Palms, Mar Vista, and other neighborhoods of West LA. We offer a variety of top shelf cannabis flower, CBD, edibles, vape pens and cannabis oil cartridges. We offer online ordering, curbside pickup and delivery. We are diligent in finding new and exceptional brands that fit our customer's needs.

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The Albright (Seafood restaurant)
258 Santa Monica Pier
4.3

The Albright is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

The Albright seafood restaurant is your source for fresh, incredible seafood dishes in Santa Monica. Our relaxed seaside setting compliments our delicious menu filled with freshly caught seafood including lobster, oysters, shrimp and more, locally sourced ingredients, and an extensive craft beer & California wine selection. All of this creates a truly unique dining experience that you'll never forget, whether you're a local or are on a family vacation. Stop in today and try the oysters!

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Water Grill (Seafood restaurant)
1401 Ocean Ave
4.4

Water Grill is most popular around 3 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

A family-owned and operated seafood restaurant. Offering seasonally sourced 🦀 🐟 🦞🦪!

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Ocean View Park (Park)
2701 Barnard Way
4.7

Ocean View Park is most popular around 2 PM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay up to 1 hour here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

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Élephante (Italian restaurant)
1332 2nd St Rooftop
4.3

Élephante is most popular around 4 PM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Channeling the spirit and cuisine of coastal southern Italy, Elephante aims to transport guests from Los Angeles to the Southern Mediterranean with stunning ocean views and dramatic sunsets.

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