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MOST LOVED
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Table of contents
4 CELEBRATING SANTA MONICA 21 FITNESS
Business With Outdoor Fitness | Fitness Studio/Gym
Physical Therapy
7 FOOD & DRINK
Coffee Shop | Bakery/Doughnut Shop
Ice Cream/Gelato/Frozen Dessert
23 SHOPPING
Italian | Mexican | Asian | Vegetarian
Breakfast/Brunch | Bar/Lounge | Pizza
Natural Grocery/Food Retailer | Pharmacy
Clothing Boutique | Kid Friendly Store | Gift Store
Corner Market/Convenience Store | Gallery/Art Store
39 PERSONAL CARE
Hair Salon | Massage | Nail Salon
Happy Hour | Wine List | Fine Dining Jewelry Store | Furniture/Home Accessories Skin Care | Barber Shop | Med Spa
Ramen | Cheap Eats | Burgers | Sushi Vintage/Resale Store | Gourmet/Wine Shop Hair Stylist
Sandwich | Farmers Market Vendor Pet Related Store
Outdoor Dining Patio
29 NEIGHBORHOOD FAVORITES
42 SERVICES
17 AUTOMOTIVE
Auto Dealership | Tires & Auto Parts
Business in Downtown SM | Business on Main St.
Business on Montana Ave. | Business on Pico Blvd. Doctor | CPA | Lawyer Chiropractor |
Repair Service | Car Wash | Bike Shop Business on Ocean Park Blvd. | Business in Mid-City Dry Cleaners/Tailor | Travel Agency/
Bike Repair Service | Surf/Skate Shop Business on/Near Santa Monica Pier | New Business Agent | Insurance Broker | Notary
Micromobility Vendor | Aviation Services Sustainable/Green Business | Nonprofit Organization Dentist | Real Estate Agent/Broker
Hotel to House Your In-Laws | Legacy Business
Cultural Venue | Independent Business
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CELEBRATING SANTA MONICA
T he world constantly evolves, sometimes quickly,
sometimes slowly, but change is as certain as the
very rotation of the Earth itself. Over the past few
voting process that took place earlier this year.
Voters were able to nominate their favorite companies
years, it feels like we’ve been spinning at a dizzying across 76 categories and the top five nominees were
pace with mindboggling, gut wrenching shifts rippling then advanced to the final voting to determine Santa
through daily lives on an unprecedented scale. Monica’s Most Loved Business in each category.
For many, their stable center in these times has The top vote getter from the final round was named
been a local business. From a moment of calm with the winner of the category and the runners-up were
a morning cappuccino to a little retail therapy or the the businesses with the second and third highest
serendipity of seeing a friendly face in one of the many vote totals in the categories. Ties were not broken and
alfresco dining options, moments of joy are sparked at so some categories had more than three recognized
businesses large and small throughout Santa Monica. businesses. Businesses could win no more than two
categories. In the case that a business won more than
Most Loved is a celebration of the people who make two categories, their highest two vote totals were
Santa Monica a genuine, thriving community. It’s a determined to be the categories they won and the
recognition of the hard work and dedication that is next highest vote getters from the other categories
required to build community. It’s a chance to say were recognized. Categories were determined by
‘thank you’ to individuals who have dedicated their the Buy Local Santa Monica executive committee in
lives to making ours better. consultation with the Buy Local steering committee
and partnering business improvement districts.
The Most Loved 2022 publication commemorates Results were tabulated by representatives from
Santa Monica’s Most Loved campaign, the official partnering Most Loved campaign organizations
contest for locals to recognize the best businesses in and verified by the Buy Local executive committee.
the city. Participation in this year’s campaign topped 71,000
votes, the highest turnout yet, as Most Loved Santa
This publication is produced by the Santa Monica Monica continues to grow in popularity. We hope you
Daily Press with the generous support of community enjoy reading about these businesses that you, your
partners. The results were derived from a two-step friends and neighbors love so much!
4 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica
Santa Monica’s local economy is something to celebrate.
Despite pandemic lockdowns, business closures, the great miles and something that defines Santa Monica.
resignation and the jangled nerves of our current political climate, the
city’s businesses continue to provide almost every good or service That’s not to say there haven’t been losses. Sometimes a business, no
imaginable. matter how beloved, just can’t make it and that’s a loss to the culture
of the place but it’s not the driving force behind Santa Monica’s
Do you need socks or a $200,000 car? Does your recipe require spelt, economic reality.
rye, corn, tapioca or all purpose flour? How about a geode larger than
your pet or a custom neon sign in the shape of the Pier or Pokemon The City approved over 750 new business permits in the past year
backpack or a new bathroom countertop? Despite being only eight across multiple industries: health and wellness, restaurants and
square miles, whatever you want, Santa Monica has it. retail to name a few. These new businesses are a welcome and vital
addition to Santa Monica after the devastating effects the COVID-19
We have multiple world class medical facilities with every specialty pandemic had on our community and is a promising sign that Santa
you can imagine, from cutting edge cancer imagery to the urgent care Monica is moving forward on its journey towards economic recovery.
clinic for everyday aches and pains. The lawyer you hire to negotiate
your script or handle a rental property or fight a ticket can probably Remember, $7 out of every $10 spent locally has a tremendous
walk from their office to the courthouse. From the architect who benefit to our community and delivers vital services through our
designs your home extension to the project manager who organizes libraries, public safety and schools. New businesses are encouraged
the permits to the contractor who will build it to the expert providing to share information about their business with the community by
the right color of tile, every service is available in Santa Monica. tagging @BuyLocalSM and using the hashtag #BuyLocalSM. Let’s Buy
Local, Santa Monica!
It’s a shocking density of goods and services for a city of eight square
Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica 5
WELCOME TO MOST LOVED 2022
Congratulations to all those nominated and selected Our local businesses are the backbone of our culture and
as a 2022 Most Loved Santa Monica Business! This make Santa Monica the best city in the world. At our
recognition is important in motivating owners and Most Loved local shops we gather with our families and
employees to share their success stories with the take pride in sharing with our visitors. Our local business
public, and to survive they rely on locals and visitors community supports our schools and our nonprofits as they
alike. For every $10 spent in Santa Monica as much are extensions of our creativity and community values. The
as $7 stays in our city. This summer, Santa Monica Most Loved initiative is our way celebrate our community and
businesses have an incredible opportunity to showcase support each other. Rising tides raise all shops.
our beautiful hotels, dining scene, retail and beachfront
experiences. We are ready to welcome all with fun events and GREG MORENA
activities that highlight the charm of our seaside city. The Albright and Chair-Elect,
MISTI KERNS Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce
President and CEO of Santa Monica
Travel & Tourism
Downtown Santa Monica cherishes our merchants for
not just the goods and services they provide, or the job
Supporting our local businesses ensures Santa opportunities they create. We love our small businesses
Monica remains vibrant, authentic, and inclusive. because they provide something greater: a sense of
With so much on the horizon in Santa Monica I look community, a feeling that we are all connected and a part
forward to supporting the continued recovery and of something larger than ourselves. They remind us why we
growth in our business community. choose to live, work and play in Santa Monica.
DAVID WHITE KEVIN HERRERA
City Manager DTSM Senior Marketing &
Communication Manager
Congratulations to our
Most Loved Winners & Finalists of 2022!
Thank you to everyone for continuing to buy local
in support of our Santa Monica businesses.
6 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica
FOOD & DRINKS
Sweet Rose Creamery
Santa Monica’s food scene runs the gamut from cheap eats to fine dining with a surprising array of choices packed into just eight square miles. Locals know
the city is filled with great choices that capitalize on the city’s laid back vibe, fantastic farmers markets and an array of owners who take deep pride in feeding
anyone who comes through their doors.
Best ICE CREAM/GELATO/FROZEN DESSERT Best Best
Santa Monica’s cool treats cover all the bases with fruit based, dairy or vegan options for everyone. ITALIAN RESTAURANT MEXICAN RESTAURANT
These restaurants will make you a meal you If there’s anything better than a few tacos with
can’t refuse. friends, it’s chile rellenos with a margarita.
SWEET ROSE CREAMERY RORI’S ARTISANAL CREAMERY RUNNER
2726 Main St. | (310) 260-2663 ext. 2 WINNER 910 Montana Ave. | (424) 744-8572 UP
We’re one of the few small-batch ice cream shops to Our core values are to make the best ice cream possible using the
BAY CITIES EL CHOLO
make our dairy base, and we believe in using only the greatest ingredients, making all the add-in candies, cookies and 1517 Lincoln Blvd. | (310) 395-8279 WINNER 1025 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 899-1106 WINNER
best organic and GMO-free ingredients we can get sauces at our ice cream kitchen and providing the friendliest service
our hands on. Chef/Partner Shiho Yoshikawa is truly possible. Montana Avenue is a strolling street so we’ve made it easy
inspired by what’s fresh and in season at the nearby for kids to drop by after school by offering a Kid’s Happy Hour every FORMA RUNNER GILBERT’S EL INDO RUNNER
Santa Monica Farmers Market, so if you’re a regular at day from 3 to 4. We have a lot of customers that come by with their 1610 Montana Ave. | (424) 231-2868 UP 2526 Pico Blvd. | (310) 450-8057 UP
the market, it’s pretty fun when you can recognize those dogs in tow so we make ice cream for dogs, Chilly Dog so they can
same strawberries, peaches, tangerines or mint you have a treat as well. We also participate with several schools in our
were shopping for make their way into our classic and
seasonal flavors. We also make all the waffle cones,
Give-Back-Days. We donate a percentage to the school on that given
day every month. We want you to fall in love with the passion and
FRITTO MISTO RUNNER LARES RESTAURANT RUNNER
620 Santa Monica Blvd. | (310) 458-2829 UP 2909 Pico Blvd. | (310) 829-4550 UP
cookies, mix-ins and the majority of toppings in-house, bold expression we put into our ice cream.
so everything is truly hand-crafted and small-batch!
We believe that ice cream tastes better when ingredients
are sourced responsibly from local farmers and
vendors, and is made by hand in-house, using classic
craftsmanship and technique.
DOLCENERO GELATO RUNNER
UP
2400 Main St. | (323) 540-6263
Dolcenero has been voted a “Most
Loved” business for 6 years in a
row! I left my country, my family
and my friends and when I came
here, I didn’t even know how to
speak English, but I had the
dream of recreating the most
authentic gelato experience
here in Santa Monica. After
years many residents know me
by name, they come to the
shop not only for a gelato,
but also to say hi to me and
my employees! It is wonderful!
This is the real added value of
a small business, you won’t
find fake smiles here as you
hear when you call a big
company’s customer
service! We’re as
authentic as the
product we sell.
Rori’s Artisanal Creamery
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THANKS SANTA MONICA,
WE LOVE YOU TOO!
100% PLANT BASED
MOST LOVED
BUSINESS ON
MAIN STREET MOST LOVED
VEGAN/VEGETARIAN
RESTAURANT
ON THE VERGE HOSPITALITY
Gilbert’s El Indio
Mexican Food Santa Monica
FAMILIA ...
&A MIG O S
ORDER ONLINE:
THANK YOU SO MUCH
FOR YOUR LOVE & SUPPORT!
Proudly serving Santa Monica
since 1974.
Voted Best Mexican Food and
2526 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, 90405. 310-450-8057 Best Business on Pico Blvd.
8 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica
FOOD & DRINKS
Best BAKERY/DOUGHNUT SHOP Whether you want cake, cookies, doughnuts, scones, cupcakes, brownies, buns
or anything else, Santa Monica has your sugar delivery system covered.
SIDECAR DOUGHNUTS & COFFEE
631 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 587-0022
WINNER
BROADWAY BAKER RUNNER
UP
1209 Wilshire Blvd. | (646) 410-3857
We opened our doors 6 weeks before the pandemic and Santa Monica has shown us
a whole lot of love! We are extremely grateful and thankful for all of the wonderful
support from our neighborhood and the community. We are a small batch bakery
creating delicious goodness based on family recipes. We are passionate about
producing wholesome, artistic and yummy food. We love supporting local small
businesses and we feature a collection of small business artisans and their goods in
our front shop small retail section. We support several
different local community organizations throughout
the year and we are immensely happy to give
back.
Breadblok/DK Donuts
BREADBLOK TIE! DK DONUTS RUNNER
1511 Montana Ave. | (310) 310-8576 1614 Santa Monica Blvd. | (310) 829-2512
UP
Breadblok is not your average bakery. There is so much hard work from our very talented team, that goes into the products we produce.
Since the start, we have refused to cut corners when it comes to our values of quality, taste, nutrition, and sustainability. Doing so innately
makes success in this industry more challenging for us, but we have continued to work hard and come out on top. We feel honored that
the Santa Monica community sees this in us, and voted for us for Santa Monica’s Most Loved. We run our business in a way that is truly
genuine to what we believe in and how we live our lives, behind the scenes.
Thank you Santa Monica for
Voting Us a "Most Loved Business"
in the Bakery & Independent
Business Categories!
Small batch baked goods made from local and organic
ingredients based on three generations of family recipes.
We are currently doing Doorstep Delivery in Santa Monica
and curbside pick up at our brick and mortar shop!
Follow our journey: 1209 Wilshire Blvd.
@broadwaybaker Santa Monica CA 90403
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FOOD & DRINKS
Best Best BREAKFAST/BRUNCH
RAMEN It’s the most important meal of the day so choose wisely.
Ramen traditionally comes with an egg, which makes it
a breakfast food, so you can eat ramen for every meal of
the day. HUCKLEBERRY BAKERY & CAFE
1014 Wilshire Blvd | (310) 916-8717 WINNER
We believe that food tastes better when ingredients are
JINYA RAMEN BAR sourced responsibly from local farmers and vendors, and
2400 Main St. | (310) 392-4466 WINNER is made by hand in-house, using classic craftsmanship
and technique. We create welcoming places for people
KAI RAMEN RUNNER
to come together and gather over delicious, thoughtful
UP food. We give back to our community through charitable
729 Montana Ave. | (310) 310-8515
outreach, and care for our natural environment by
recycling and implementing other sustainable practices.
SILVERLAKE RAMEN RUNNER Finally, we take care of ourselves, each other and our
1319 3rd Street Promenade | (424) 330-0125 UP planet, so we can feel proud about all the hard work we
do. These core values not only apply to us, but our entire
With everything that has happened this year it means so Rustic Canyon Family group, which truly takes “family”
much to have the love and support of the community. We to heart.
are proud of our staff and the service that they provide to
our great customers. We are also proud of our menu and
food that we serve. We bring good vibes and some non- LUNETTA ALL DAY RUNNER
traditional flavors to the street! Good Ramen. Good day! 2420 Pico Blvd. | (310) 581-4201 UP
BAGEL NOSH DELI RUNNER
1629 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 451-8771 UP
Best BURGERS
The cheeseburger is practically Santa Monica’s official
dish so being king of the burger hill is a big dill.
FATHER’S OFFICE SANTA MONICA
1018 Montana Ave. | (310) 736-2224 WINNER
HIHO CHEESEBURGER RUNNER
1320 2nd St Ste B | (310) 469-7250 UP
THE COUNTER RUNNER
Huckleberry Bakery & Cafe
2901 Ocean Park Blvd. | (310) 399-8383 UP
Best SUSHI
Sushi is not something you want to gamble with but
you’re guaranteed a great meal at these local institutions.
SUGARFISH
1345 2nd St. | (310) 393-3338 WINNER
NOMA RUNNER
2031 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 453-4848 UP
SUSHI KING RUNNER
1330 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 395-0120 UP
Best
CHEAP EATS
No need to break the bank when you want a bite to eat.
TACOS POR FAVOR
1408 Olympic Blvd. | (310) 392-5768
WINNER
BENNY’S TACOS RUNNER
915 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 451-0200
UP
MENDOCINO FARMS RUNNER
UP Huckleberry Bakery & Cafe
631 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 395-5273
10 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa MonicaFOOD & DRINKS
Best FINE DINING You must eat to live but when you live to eat, these
restaurants provide true sustenance.
THE UPPER WEST
3321 Pico Blvd | (310) 586-1111
WINNER
We are so proud to be a part of the Santa Monica community and
appreciate being recognized for our efforts in delivering top quality
cuisine paired with upscale cocktails and an extensive wine list
in conjunction with knowledgeable and professional service for
our clientele. We love to support the local community through
fundraisers, support local artists with installations on our walls,
donate to numerous local charities with gift cards, and source
ingredients from the local Farmers’ Markets!
The Upper West
Best SANDWICH Best FARMERS MARKET VENDOR
You may debate what makes a food a sandwich but there’s no argument Santa Monica’s markets are among the best in the world and these vendors are
that these bastions of bread make a great meal. truly the cream of the crop.
BAY CITIES BEZIAN BAKERY
1517 Lincoln Blvd. | (310) 395-8279 WINNER Downtown SM Farmers Market (Weds) WINNER
People approach our stall with such happy smiles from children to 100-year-
MENDOCINO FARMS RUNNER olds and that reflects in their votes. It is all so happy, worthwhile and in line
631 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 395-5273 UP with our approach. Santa Monica customers are very knowledgeable and eager
to learn and do what is best for self and community; it is a great pleasure to
nurture these motivations through sharing our experiences of so many years
LITTLE BELLY’S DELI RUNNER with them and provide them with world class nutritional 100% sourdough,
2901 Ocean Park Blvd. | (310) 899-3030 UP
breads, bagels, chips, fresh pasta, and lately, sour dough pizza crust you can
bake at home with your favorite topping. No oils, sugars, chemicals, baker’s
Your Most Loved votes mean the world to us! Little Belly’s Deli is yeast or animal products added.
the debut virtual restaurant concept from HomeCooked Digital in
collaboration with Dagwoods Pizza, and we can’t express how much HARRY’S BERRIES RUNNER
your votes mean to us. We just launched Little Belly’s Deli a couple Downtown SM Farmers Market (Weds & Sat) UP
months ago, so to already be considered a Most Loved Business in Santa Main St Farmer Market- Seasonally
Monica is extremely exciting! Little Belly’s Deli is meant to be a source of
inspiration for all small mom and pop restaurants in Santa Monica and WEISER FAMILY FARMS RUNNER
The Upper West beyond! There is always room for growth, sometimes you just have to Downtown SM Farmers Market (Weds & Sat) UP
think outside the roll. Pico Farmers Market (Sat)
LUNETTA AT NIGHT RUNNER
2420 Pico Blvd. | (310) 581-4201 UP
FIG RUNNER
101 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 319-3111 UP
FIG is rooted in heritage and harvested in Santa Monica. We carry on the
tradition of serving ultra-seasonal and locally sourced ingredients through
a rotating menu of seasonal dishes, shareable plates, and farm-to-table
cuisine. While we usher in the next chapter for the hotel and restaurant,
we are dedicated to preserving our relationships with the community and
local farmers for the next 100 years and beyond.
Fig
Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica 11FOOD & DRINKS
Best PIZZA STELLA BARRA PIZZERIA RUNNER
UP
2000 Main St. | (310) 396-9250
Is pizza the best food ever? If you need to ask, then maybe you
haven’t tried these slices. Community support is everything for our restaurant; we wouldn’t
be where we are today without it. We are super proud of our team.
Everyone brings a different element to the group that creates a
DAGWOODS diverse atmosphere. Our core value is providing the best product and
820 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 899-3030 WINNER experience to the guest. We strive to create great dishes that help
make memories of everyday celebrations. We help support the local
All of your voting means so much more to us than you could community through run clubs, cycling clubs, and schools. We are
possibly know. One of the biggest key philosophies of our particularly proud of our work with Chefs Cycle for No Kid Hungry,
business is that we want to give back to the community an organization that helps ensure local scholars have full bellies in
around us whenever we possibly can, and your votes make us the morning to start the day off right.
feel like we are doing a good job! There’s so much competition
in our industry, so to be voted Most Loved Pizza Restaurant
for the third year in a row makes us feel incredibly warm and
fuzzy inside.
MILO & OLIVE RUNNER
2723 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 453-6776
UP
Since 2014, our restaurant group has raised hundreds of
thousands of dollars through an annual VIP Membership
Program for Upward Bound House, a local nonprofit that’s just
a couple blocks from a couple restaurants in our group. They
help homeless families with children through transitional
housing, supportive services, a community garden that’s
near Milo + Olive, advocacy and more. They serve about 400
families throughout LA and 95% of those they assist remain
stably housed more than 1 year after placement, which is
absolutely incredible. We’re proud to continue supporting Milo & Olive
them and raising awareness about their incredible work in
this community. Stella Barra Pizzeria
Best BAR/LOUNGE Best VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT Best ASIAN RESTAURANT
Sometimes you want to go where everyone knows your name, or at least No meat is no problem when you’re dining in the City by the Sea. From traditional to innovative and casual to fine dining, the abundance of
where they have your favorite beer on tap. Asian cuisine is well represented in Santa Monica.
CHEZ JAY TRUE FOOD SUGARFISH
WINNER WINNER
1657 Ocean Ave. | (310) 395-1741 395 Santa Monica Pl, Ste 172 | (310) 593-8300
1345 2nd St. | (310) 393-3338 WINNER
SANTA MONICA BREW WORKS KYE’S FEEL GOOD FOOD RUNNER
RUNNER
1518 Montana Ave. | (310) 395-5937 UP KYE’S FEEL GOOD FOOD RUNNER
1920 Colorado Ave. | (310) 828-7629 UP UP
1518 Montana Ave. | (310) 395-5937
Our Tasting Room and Beer Garden is the heartbeat of our brewery. We It means EVERYTHING to know that our community appreciates what we do;
consider many of our guests to be friends, not just customers. We take it fills our hearts with joy, a sense of purpose, and inspiration. We are a great
pride in providing a space for folks to come together and share in a genuine representation of the culture of Santa Monica and strengthen the vibrant,
brewery experience – pets too! Four-legged friends are always welcome in our healthy, sustainable, clean living, conscious, wellness community here. Our
pet-friendly outdoor Beer Garden. kitchen is gluten free and 90% of our menu items have a vegan option.
CASSIA RUNNER
1314 7th St. | (310) 393-6699
UP
MARGO’S RUNNER
1534 Montana Ave. | (310) 829-3990 UP
Margo’s is a labor or love. [The votes] tells us we are doing a good job, that
our guests feel valued and satisfied, they are happy with the experience we
provide. It lets us know we made the right decision when we rolled the dice
and pivoted post pandemic to 100% plant based offerings. We love nourishing
the neighborhood and are proud of the creativity and quality guests can taste
and count on every day. Margo’s was founded on a guest first philosophy
and creating memorable experiences that speak to Santa Monica’s inventive
ELEPHANTE RUNNER culinary history and the coastal communities appetite for flavorful, healthy,
1332 2nd St. | (424) 320-2384 UP satisfying, and sustainable food and drinks.
12 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa MonicaFOOD & DRINKS
Best Best
OUTDOOR DINING PATIO WINE LIST
If there’s been anything positive to come from the last couple of These are the only businesses where
years, it’s been the proliferation of spots to enjoy an outdoor meal wine-ing is encouraged.
including these standouts.
WALLY’S
BACK ON THE BEACH CAFE 214 Wilshire Blvd. | (424) 293-5500 WINNER
445 Pacific Coast Highway | (310) 393-8282 WINNER
THE ALBRIGHT RUNNER BODEGA RUNNER
258 Santa Monica Pier | (310) 394-9683 UP UP
814 Broadway | (310) 394-3504
FIG RUNNER
101 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 319-3111 UP
ESTERS WINE SHOP & BAR RUNNER
FIG is rooted in heritage and harvested in Santa Monica. We carry 1314 7th St. | (310) 899-6900 UP
on the tradition of serving ultra-seasonal and locally sourced
ingredients through a rotating menu of seasonal dishes, shareable We’re so honored to be recognized for
plates, and farm-to-table cuisine. While we usher in the next our Wine List, which is about 250+
chapter for the hotel and restaurant, we are dedicated to preserving bottles strong! Esters Co-Owner/
our relationships with the community and local farmers for the next Rustic Canyon Family Wine Director
100 years and beyond. Kathryn Coker, Sommelier Randall
Middleton and team put so much love
and care into crafting a list to appeal
to a variety of budgets and tastes,
with a strong focus on small, artisanal
producers whose stories we know and
love, and with earth-friendly practices.
It also regularly rotates with the
seasons, so there’s always something
new and exciting to try when you come
into Esters.
Fig Esters Wine Shop & Bar
Thank you to our loyal customers for voting us the Most Loved Santa Monica Farmers
Market Vendor. We especially appreciate that you have remembered us regardless of
our absence in the last year.
©Blue Fier 2001
Where real nutrition and innovative baking come together.
Everything we offer is 100% sourdough! We specialize in delicious breads, chips, bagels, & pizza crust!
Gluten friendly. No fat, sugar, dairy, or yeast added. Serving this community for over 30 years.
All handmade, featuring our original recipes and locally sourced ingredients.
Bezian Bakery
www.bezianbakery.com
*Our products are very low in gluten and are suitable for almost everyone with gluten intolerance except those with celiac disease.
Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica 13FOOD & DRINKS
Best COFFEE SHOP Everyone needs a little pick-me-up sometimes and Santa Monica’s abundance
of coffee shops have all your caffeine needs covered.
CAFFE LUXXE DOGTOWN COFFEE RUNNER
925 Montana Ave. | (310) 394-2222 WINNER 2003 Main St. | (310) 310-3665 UP
It means the world to us knowing that our community is 101 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 319-3141
filled with friends and family that all support one another
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then they stay in the community and the city grows and
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friendly faces and their favorite cup of joe. In the midst
of a chaotic world and day, this is the best medicine.
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14 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa MonicaFOOD & DRINKS
Best HAPPY HOUR
When you want the perfect combination of sips and
snacks, head for one of these beloved happy hours.
SANTA MONICA BREW WORKS
1920 Colorado Ave. | (310) 828-7629 WINNER
Craft beer encapsulates not only the
brewer’s chosen ingredients, but also the
environment from which it was born. Every
beer we produce comes directly from our
beach town brewery. We are dedicated
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local and independent businesses shape the
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not just customers.
DAGWOODS RUNNER
820 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 899-3030 UP
We have the most incredible staff, a fantastic
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us to pieces, and our pizza is quite simply
the best you’re gonna find anywhere in the
area. So yeah, we’re pretty much proud of
everything we do.
THE MISFIT RUNNER
225 Santa Monica Blvd. | (310) 656-9800 UP Dagwoods Santa Monica Brew Works
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16 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa MonicaAUTOMOTIVE
Stokes Tire Service
The humble mechanic or bike store operator rarely gets the credit they deserve as lynchpins of modern society. We quickly forget that if we can’t move people and goods from place to place,
society literally grinds to a halt. However, when you have a check engine light or flat tire, suddenly you realize, there’s no one more important that the dude who can get you back on the road.
Best AUTO DEALERSHIPS Best TIRES & AUTO PARTS
Buying a car can be stressful but locals really do love A car won’t go without its tires so these guys are really
their Santa Monica dealerships. the foundation of modern transportation.
MINI OF SANTA MONICA STOKES TIRE SERVICE
1402 Santa Monica Blvd. | (424) 581-6464 WINNER 1117 Santa Monica Blvd.| (310) 393-0767 WINNER
It is an honor to have been supporting our community
for 47 years now. Our customers are very good people,
TOYOTA SANTA MONICA RUNNER a pleasure to serve. We give them our best shot
801 Santa Monica Blvd | (424) 336-9177 UP always! We provide a much needed honest automotive
experience while respecting them and provide good old
fashioned sincere help. We have very seasoned service
LEXUS SANTA MONICA RUNNER professionals to assist you. We excel in people skills and
UP communications. We train more thoroughly for better
1501 Santa Monica Blvd. | (424) 231-6601
consistent results. We provide the best tire equipment
for superior results.
Best
SURF/SKATE SHOP
Santa Monica is surf/skate culture and that makes these
Most Loved businessess the beating heart of the city.
ZJ BOARDING HOUSE
2619 Main St. | (310) 392-5646 WINNER
RIP CITY SKATE RUNNER BYRON WOODLEY TIRE CO. RUNNER
2709 Santa Monica Blvd. | (310) 828-0388 UP UP
1330 Pico Blvd. | (310) 452-3896
REI RUNNER PACIFIC COAST TIRE & SERVICES RUNNER
UP UP Byron Woodley Tire Co.
402 Santa Monica Blvd | (310) 458-4370 2445 Santa Monica Blvd. | (310) 828-2555
Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica 17AUTOMOTIVE
Best REPAIR/SERVICE A trustworthy mechanic is one of life’s great treasures and we’re
spoiled for choice in Santa Monica.
JOY AUTOMOTIVE
1325 Pico Blvd. | (310) 450-1712 WINNER
SANTA MONICA MOTORS RUNNER
2318 Pico Blvd. | (310) 450-6510 UP
We take pride in our long standing reputation of great client service. We are committed to providing quality work,
while also providing our clients with a high level of satisfaction. We know how important it is to have reliable
transportation. Whether it be an individual, families or even businesses, we help keep the community on the
road. In addition to that, we also are a STAR certified smog station and are constantly working to improve the air
quality for us all. We are family owned, and we have been open for over 40 years.
STOKES AUTO SERVICE RUNNER
1117 Santa Monica Blvd. | (310) 393-0767 UP
Best CAR WASH They say cleanliness is next to godliness so worship your vehicle at these wash spots.
LINCOLN CAR WASH AND DETAIL
1624 Lincoln Blvd. | (310) 450-6915 WINNER
BONUS HAND WASH & AUTO SPA RUNNER
2800 Lincoln Blvd. | (310) 399-5773 UP
PICO CAR WASH RUNNER
Santa Monica Motors
2510 Pico Blvd. | (310) 450-5112 UP
SANTA MONICA'S
FAVORITE LOCAL
BIKE SHOP
310.581.8014 BikeShopSantaMonica.com 10am-5pm
2400 Main Street. Santa Monica, CA 90405 - Across from Urth Cafe
18 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa MonicaAUTOMOTIVE
Best Best MICROMOBILITY VENDOR These small devices have a big impact on the way
people move around town.
Best
BIKE SHOP BIKE REPAIR SERVICE
If a car runs on money and laziness but a bike saves Need to keep your chain lubed and seat tight? These
you cash and gets you exercise, which one would you VEO guys have you covered.
choose? 1334 Third St. | (855) 836-2256 WINNER
We love Santa Monica and we are so HELEN’S CYCLES
HELEN’S CYCLE happy that our products and service are 2501 Broadway | (310) 829-1836 WINNER
2501 Broadway | (310) 829-1836 WINNER appreciated by Santa Monicans! Veo
is proud to utilize an employee-based
operations model. We do not rely on THE BIKE SHOP RUNNER
franchise or gig-economy workers. We 2400 Main St. | (310) 581-8014 UP
THE BIKE SHOP SANTA MONICA RUNNER strive to uplift our community by providing
2400 MAIN ST | (310) 581-8014 UP good, stable jobs. We offer a service for
all of Santa Monica, whether you are a
local, visitor, or employee. Through a
variety of different pricing programs,
BICYCLE WORKSHOP RUNNER
we aim to create a service available for
1638 Ocean Park Blvd | (310) 450-3180 UP
everyone. We help connect the community
by offering safe, accessible, sustainable
transportation options to help get folks to
Best where they need to go. We are relatively
new to the Santa Monica scene, but we
AVIATION SERVICES could not be more excited to call Santa
The sky’s the limit when you need quality services at SMO. Monica our home!
SANTA MONICA FLYERS BIRD RUNNER
3165 Donald Douglas Loop S | (310) 800-8050 WINNER 406 Broadway #369 | 1 (866) 205-2442 UP
PROTEUS AIR SERVICES RUNNER LYFT RUNNER REI RUNNER
2501 Airport Avenue | (310) 398-6929 UP 1705 Stewart St. UP VEO 402 Santa Monica Blvd | (310) 458-4370 UP
Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica 19SA N TA M O N ICA CO LLEGE
Flexible online and Classes start
June 20
on-campus classes smc.edu/summer
SANTA MONICA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Dr. Louise Jaffe, Chair; Barry Snell, Vice Chair; Dr. Susan Aminoff; Dr. Nancy Greenstein; Dr. Margaret Quiñones-Perez;
Rob Rader; Dr. Sion Roy; Ali Shirvani, Student Trustee; Kathryn E. Jeffery, Ph.D., Superintendent/President
Santa Monica College | 1900 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405 | smc.edu
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Flexible online and
Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica
Classes startFITNESS
Blue Republic Cross Fitness
For a lot of folks, fitness culture is Santa Monica culture. On any given day the beaches are packed with volleyball, yoga, bike riders, runners, cardio classes and even roller hockey in the parking
lot. That’s not even counting the multitude of professional studios offering specific classes, so to win in this category businesses have truly captured the essence of the city.
Best BUSINESS WITH OUTDOOR FITNESS
When you have 300 days a year of perfect weather, you might as well take advantage of it to work out in the great outdoors.
BLUE REPUBLIC CROSSFIT GYM SANTA MONICA YOGA RUNNER
3328 Pico Blvd. | (310) 399-1546 WINNER 1640 Ocean Park Blvd. | (310) 396-4040 UP
We contribute to the culture of Santa Monica with our community outreach. It’s We’re so lucky to have the support of our loyal customers! We provide a space
a regular occurrence to have folks stopping us to ask questions when we mix it for community and health. We offer classes in-studio, outdoors, and online.
up in the surrounding neighborhoods of the gym. Others, while on a walk with
their families, drop in through our doors just to see friends. A huge portion of
our membership lives within 2 miles of the gym, which means 200 local people TRIFIT CLUB & STUDIOS RUNNER
are meeting together daily, and strengthening the community where they live. 2425 Colorado Ave. Ste. 120 | (310) 829-2227 UP
It’s fun to know that in LA, where distance and crowds can create separation,
Today, beyond our brick-and-mortar 29,000 square foot health club, TRIFIT
Blue Republic gives our city some fabric to keep people close and involved in
has grown to be a place where people come to be a part of a community, to
each other’s lives. Our doors open wide. Any and all humans at any fitness level
connect with one another, and to find their best self. We challenge everyone
are welcome.
that walks through our doors to venture out of their comfort zones and pursue
fitness activities that provide them with a sense of community, camarederie,
accomplishment, and enjoyment. Our values include initiatives that will help
ensure that both the physical and mental wellbeing of Californians is a priority
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Santa Monica Yoga
Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica 21FITNESS
Best PHYSICAL THERAPY When you need to get back on your feet (literally), these
practitioners are your best bet.
Best FITNESS STUDIO/GYM If you indulged a little too hard in the Food & Drink
categories, these are the places you can work it off.
BLUE REPUBLIC CROSSFIT GYM ANDREA WHITE PILATES
PHYSICAL THERAPYWORKS WINNER RUNNER
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719 Santa Monica Blvd. | (310) 260-9039 WINNER 3328 Pico Blvd. | (310) 399-1546 1202 Montana Ave. Suite C | (323) 384-8987
We work hard to treat every patient as we ourselves would like to be treated. In addition, we make a point of accepting This year in particular it really means a lot to have the
most every insurance plan, even several that pay us below what it costs to provide care to the patient, so that we can
PILATESMITH RUNNER support of the community through a Most Loved vote. We
2110 Main St. #100 | (310) 955-9915 UP recently moved our studio into a ground level retail space
be as accessible to as many people as possible. In this way, and others (such as being a Certified Green Business and
participating in various charity events) we feel like we’re a good member of the community. We’re very proud to have and it’s been great to have face to face interaction with
won this award for the third year in a row. Just like always, we are not resting on our laurels and we continue to give it our neighbors that live and work nearby. We want to be
everything we’ve got to get better, each and every day. a positive force in the community – inspiring health and
wellness and the best way to do that is to get to know
people on a personal level by seeing them not only in
the studio but as they go about their daily routines. As a
neighborhood studio owner and Santa Monica resident, I
strive to be active in the community through volunteering
and participating in various events.
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3011 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 264-8385 UP
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22 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa MonicaSHOPPING
Co Opportunity Market
Sometimes you need a pair of socks, or a new car, or that one weirdly shaped light bulb, or 50 pounds of pea gravel, or a Pikachu backpack or a geode taller than your toddler. Whatever you
happen to need at this particular moment, chances are you can get it somewhere in Santa Monica as the city’s retail environment is mindbogglingly broad.
Best Best
NATURAL GROCERY/FOOD CLOTHING BOUTIQUE
RETAILER The human body may be beautiful, but it can be enhanced with the
right accessories.
All food is not created equal and these are Santa
Monica’s best bets for clean eating.
TEXTURE THE SWEATER STORE
716 Montana Ave. | (310) 393-0707 WINNER
BOB’S MARKET
1650 Ocean Park Blvd. | (310) 452-2285 WINNER JANE RUNNER
1607 Montana Ave. | (310) 395-5002
UP
We are honored to be voted Most Loved in the community.
Thank you for supporting us since 1965. Bob’s Market is We are as committed to this community as they have been to us
dedicated to providing the best shopping experience throughout the pandemic and recovery. Jane tailors each customers’
possible for our valued customers. shopping experience. We want customers to feel welcome and
comfortable. Jane is unique just like Montana Avenue! Our clothing is
affordable and fun. Our gift selection is carefully curated to include
interesting items, best selling books and items for everyone on your
list. A special thank you to everyone who supported us the last two
years through virtual shopping, private appointments and limited
capacity! Because of you we are still standing! Forever grateful.
LOST & FOUND RUNNER
2230 Main St. | (323) 856-5872 UP Jane
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FURNITURE/HOME ACCESSORIES
A house isn’t a home until you have a good couch.
TEN WOMEN GALLERY
CO-OPPORTUNITY MARKET RUNNER 1128 Montana Ave. | (310) 393-6254 WINNER
UP 2719 Main St. | (424) 433-8116
1525 Broadway | (323) 990-7020
We are a staple of many of our customers’ gift buying needs. Each
At Co-opportunity community is at the center of everything
year we donate proceeds from a particular month’s sales to a local
we do. So, knowing our community voted us Most Loved
charity. During the Main Street events last year we hosted free craft
in Santa Monica means so much! Co-opportunity Market
activities for children (and any parents who wanted to join in!). This
began in 1974 as the Westside Buyers Club and has grown
year we started our Third Thursdays craft evenings, where we invite
into a thriving natural foods market with two locations
locals to come and join us in the gallery and work on a project they
featuring 100% organic produce, a full-service deli and
are doing, while meeting new people and having fun. We will also be
the most extensive bulk section around. The best part; our
starting artist demonstrations and classes for the local community to
stores are OWNED by 12,000 friends and neighbors who
sign up to.
are also our loyal shoppers. but ALL are welcome to shop,
regardless of membership.
BRENTWOOD GENERAL STORE RUNNER
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2201 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 576-4707
1425 Montana Ave | (310) 576-4707 BETTY’S PLACE RUNNER
Co-Opportunity Market UP Ten Women Gallery
2121 Cloverfield Blvd | (310) 752-1155 2314 Lincoln Blvd. | (310) 392-7632
Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa Monica 23SHOPPING
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GOURMET/WINE SHOP GALLERY/ART STORE
If there’s a fine line between “problem drinker” and Art may be subjective but these businesses are objectively your best bets for finding it.
“wine expert” these guys are on the right side of it.
ANDREW’S CHEESE SHOP BERGAMOT STATION ARTS CENTER
728 Montana Ave. | (310) 393-3308 WINNER 1620 Ocean Park Blvd.
WINNER
WALLY’S RUNNER TEN WOMEN GALLERY RUNNER
214 Wilshire Blvd. | (424) 293-5500
UP 1128 Montana Ave. | (310) 393-6254 UP
2719 Main St. | (424) 433-8116
We have been in Santa Monica and Venice for over 25 years and we support your local
LADY & LARDER RUNNER artisans. We helped get Santa Monica Rocks started, we do children’s activities on
828 Pico Blvd. Ste. 2 | (310) 392-1700 UP
Montana Ave, and we help with the Montana Art Walk.
Our little shop was created to serve our
community so their support means everything
to us. We are proudly women-owned and
support a 100% domestic and sustainable
food culture with all of our produce and flowers
coming from the Santa Monica Farmers Market.
We are so proud to support so many other small
businesses and makers. Our goal is simple: offer
the very best stuff we can get our hands on. We have
found that the finest ingredients come from small
batch, local producers and we, like you, know there
are no substitutes for quality. These American farmers,
craftsmen, butchers, wine makers, beer brewers and
master cheesemakers are truly the best of the best. We
are so proud to support their unwavering commitment
and dedication to their craft.
JADIS RUNNER
2701 Main St. | (310) 396-3477 UP
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Going strong since 1965 7am-9pm
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1650 Ocean Park Blvd,
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(310)452-2493 | www.bobsmkt.com
Excluding alcoholic beverages and tobacco products. With
discount. Limit one per customer. Valid only at Bob’s Market.
24 Most Loved 2022 The most loved businesses in Santa MonicaSHOPPING
Best KID FRIENDLY STORE
Whether you’re actually a kid or just a kid at heart, these stores
have some great stuff.
THE ACORN STORE
1220 5th St. | (310) 451-5845 WINNER
PUZZLE ZOO TOY STORE RUNNER
2910 Main St. | (310) 396-4331 UP
1411 3rd Street Promenade A | (310) 393-9201
MATHNASIUM RUNNER
2636 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 829-7283 UP
We are honored and humbled to have the support of the local
community. It means the world to us! We are able to help students
tackle a subject that has causes stress either for them directly or
it has caused stress in their family. We are so proud of the fact
that we can help our students feel more confident and change
the possible trajectory of what career they may consider in their
future. Not only do we have a business that serves individuals kids
and families and our employees in the community, we also pride
ourselves on supporting local Santa Monica schools.
SANTA MONICA MUSIC CENTER
1901 Santa Monica Blvd. | (310) 453-1928 TIE! Santa Monica Center/Mathnasium
Best CORNER MARKET/CONVENIENCE STORE Best Best JEWELRY STORE
Sometimes you just need a couple of items to make your day better. VINTAGE/ RESALE STORE Pieces from these beloved jewelers may become prized
Eventually everything old is new again so stop by and see family heirlooms so maybe get two unless you want to
what these stores have to offer. guarantee years of sibling rivalry.
THE FARMS
2030 Montana Ave. | (310) 828-4244 WINNER
ASSISTANCE LEAGUE THRIFT STORE YALE JEWELERS
1453 15th St. | (310) 395-2338 WINNER 2839 WINNER
ANDREW’S CHEESE SHOP RUNNER Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 829-0605
728 Montana Ave | (310) 393-3308 UP The thrift shop is full of fantastic surprises, but our
customers are our real treasures! We have had a shop in
Santa Monica since 1937, and our customer support keeps
SANTA MONICA LIQUOR RUNNER increasing every year. We like to think it’s because we enjoy
1001 Wilshire Blvd. | (310) 395-3053 UP
our interactions with them as much as they enjoy being with
We’ve always done our best to help the community when us. Those who donate to and buy from the thrift shop are
the opportunity presents. We’ve been here in Santa supporting the community with scholarships, camperships,
Monica for 30+ years and we absolutely love this place vision services, backpacks, clothing for school children, and
& our friends that come along with it. We are the most partnerships with other nonprofits giving to those in need.
well priced liquor / wine shop in the city. It’s not as Even when we were closed during Covid, we were able to
easy as one would think to become that. Everyone who give donated clothing and household goods to our nonprofit
works here is pretty much here all day, and night. Any community partners.
regular customer knows that. We are proud of what we are
building here. Cheers to the future! People know they can
come in and out of here within minutes. Have a friendly
conversation with one of the boys, and carry on with the
day. Everyone is busy; we’re here to get you what you need
quickly so you can continue on with your day.
Best PHARMACY When it comes to the purveyors of lifesaving medicine, these businesses have
earned the trust of residents.
ACCENTS JEWELRY RUNNER
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2900 Main St. | (310) 396-2284
It means a lot to us to have votes for Most Loved.
Community has always been at the forefront for Accents.
SANTA MONICA HOMEOPATHIC PHARMACY We’re a hub, a place to learn and grow together. Steven
629 Broadway | (310) 395-1131 WINNER Hanna has been a part of Santa Monica since he was a
Assistance League Thrift Store teenager spending his days surfing and set up his store
Without the community, you do not have a business. The community came together during the Santa Monica riots and
here because there’s no place like home. Everyone who
financially helped to restore the damaged businesses. This vote shows us that the community appreciates us being
works at Accents is an artist and takes pride in what we
here for them and that we are doing what works for them. I am truly fortunate and grateful my grandparents started BUFFALO EXCHANGE RUNNER do and how we are. Steven has been teaching the lost
this business in 1944. The idea was to help people reverse their health problems after they have exhausted all other 2449 Main St. | (310) 314-7300 UP
wax technique and mentoring students directly in the
possibilities. Our staff are licensed healthcare practitioners in many of the alternative disciplines, which allows us to
store since 1991. Today nearly 50% of the jewelry sold
select the right staff practitioner for each situation.
CLOSING TRADING COMPANY RUNNER at Accents is designed and created by Steven and the
2711 Main St. | (844) 793-5480 UP Accents staff.
OCEAN PARK PHARMACY RUNNER PHARAMACA INTEGRATIVE PHARMACY RUNNER
BOOKMONSTER
2731 Ocean Park Blvd. | (310) 452-5705
UP 734 Montana Ave. | (310) 451-1414 UP
TIE! HEIST JEWELRY RUNNER
Sadly this business has closed - Honorable Mention 1230 Montana Ave. Ste. 104 | (310) 395-3205 UP
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Best GIFT STORE Tis better to give than to receive so make sure you’re giving people good stuff. Best PET RELATED STORE
If our office was on fire, I’d for sure help my coworkers escape, but only after I get my dog out. He deserves
treats from these places.
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WINNER
1128 Montana Ave. | (310) 393-6254 1533 Montana Ave. | (310) 319-2304
LOVE AT FIRST SIT
2719 Main St. | (424) 433-8116
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Ten Women Gallery started in 1994 and has been a part of MYSTIC JOURNEY BOOKSTORE RUNNER
2923 Main St. | (310) 399-7070 UP Volunteering at the Santa Monica Animal Shelter inspired the realization
the Santa Monica community since then. Our members are
that real animal advocacy begins in the home. In response to this, we are
local and we support local organizations where we can, so I am deeply honored that we have been so quickly and committed to not only providing pet care and dog behavior and training
it would be a huge honor to be voted Most Loved from our so deeply welcomed and embraced by the Santa Monica services by qualified professionals, but to promote animal advocacy
community. Ten Women Gallery has grown from 10 artists community after moving here from our prior location less and welfare by providing pet owners with resources and insight that
to 30. We are proud of not just this growth but also how than two years ago. After being founded nearly 14 years facilitates pet wellness, enrichment, education, and responsible pet
we manage ourselves as a group as we grow. It’s very much ago, it is heartwarming to know that so many of those that ownership. All of this encourages and reinforces the protection and the
because of this cohesion (in addition to our wonderful follow and care about Mystic Journey are here in Santa bond between pet owners and their pets, furthering the prevention of
landlady and customers) that we managed to make it Monica. I am most proud of the fact that we are of service animals from being relinquished to animal shelters. Our commitment
through the past two years. We are a true cooperative in to our community on so many levels, from the thousands to animal advocacy and giving back to our community is what fuels
that we do everything ourselves. of books, to the hundreds of gift items to the book our motivation to provide only the highest quality pet services that are
signings and workshops we host. We are here to meet honest, reliable, effective, and personable. Love At First Sit
everyone’s spiritual needs.
GREEN DOG DENTAL RUNNER
210 Main St. | (888) 753-2829 UP
When our clients take the time to express their appreciation by voting
for us, their Most Loved place to take their animals for veterinary care,
it shows us that we’re living up to our values by providing the best
care possible to our patients. We’re not afraid of challenges. We are
constantly learning new ways to improve in the space of veterinary
medicine, pushing boundaries to bring pets the best care. In addition,
we have created a space that caters specifically to the needs of our
employees and clients, and this space allows us to enhance the care
given to our patients.
PAWS & EFFECT PET SPA RUNNER
Ten Women Gallery-Main Street Mystic Joruney Bookstore 3030 Pico Blvd. | (310) 450-9017 UP Green Dog Dental
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