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AL GELATO
www.algelatobeverlyhills.com806 South Robertson Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(310) 659-8069
We're partial to the mint-chip Italian gelato, but you can't go wrong with anything here.
FARMSHOP
www.farmshopla.com225 26th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90402
(310) 566-2400
Locals line up for sweets and savories at this casual spot run by Jeffrey Cerciello. The chocolate cookies are divine.
Hamasakula
www.hamasakula.com11043 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 479-7636
Try the baked crab hand rolls at this favorite LA sushi spot.
IL RISTORANTE DI GIORGIO BALDI
www.giorgiobaldi.us114 West Channel Road
Santa Monica, CA 90402
(310) 573-1660
A romantic Santa Monica Italian spot that makes the best spaghetti with lobster.
MADEO
8897 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 859-0242
The penne Madeo is simple and sublime. Not to be missed.
M Chaya
www.mcafedechaya.com7119 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 525-0588
Tasty, flavorful macrobiotic fare—order the Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict or the Cranberry Walnut French Toast for brunch.
Michael’s
www.michaelssantamonica.com1427 4th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 393-9634
The original location of the popular New York outpost. Dinner under the stars on the outdoor patio is well worth the splurge.
Milk
www.themilkshop.com7290 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 939-6455
A great place for milk shakes. Locals also love the root beer float.
MR. CHOW
www.mrchow.com344 North Camden Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 278-9911
This Mr. Chow is as much about the scene as it is about the food. Reserve well in advance.
SPRINKLES
www.sprinkles.com9635 Little Santa Monica Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 274-8765
It's hard to resist Sprinkles cupcakes, especially the Red Velvet. A box of a dozen makes a great gift for foodies with a sweet tooth.
STEFAN’S AT LA FARM
stefansatlafarm.com3000 Olympic Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 449-4000
Top Chef finalist Stefan Richter's newest addition to his family of restaurants. Perfect for dinner and drinks with friends.
SWEET LADY JANE
www.sweetladyjane.com1631 Montana Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 254-9499
The butter cream confections are delicious at this old-fashioned bakery that also serves breakfast and lunch.
THE IVY
www.theivyla.com113 North Robertson Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 274-8303
The Ivy Gimlet — the West Coast version of the East Coast classic Southside — is everyone's drink pick here.
THE TOWER BAR AT THE SUNSET TOWER HOTEL
www.sunsettowerhotel.com8358 Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 654-7100
Angelenos come here for dinner and drinks. Try the popular-for-a-reason steak frites with truffle French fries and the Southside Royale.
