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tl;dr even if charcuterie boards and boutique home goods aren't your thing, don't miss the…read morenot-so-secret farm-to-table sandwich selection Lady & Larder is no stranger to the spotlight. This tiny Santa Monica wine-and-cheese concept debuted in 2016, and their charcuterie boards earned acclaim from Oprah and The New York Times alike. During the pandemic, Lady & Larder ventured into the sandwich game, and the result was a resounding success. Nowadays, the not-so-secret "Secret Lunch" lineup of gourmet sandwiches is among the best in Los Angeles. The tiny Santa Monica shop shares the block with a Sherwin-Williams and a boxing gym. Cross your fingers for metered street parking on the trafficky block of Pico. Outside, red metal patio furniture is shaded by the overhanging storefront. Natural light runs through multicolored windows to the shop within. The mosaic tiled floor is effortlessly chic. The soaring whitewashed walls are minimally decorated, while shelves and refrigerators are carefully curated with wines, cheeses, tinned fish, and candles. The tablet register is set up on a worn kitchen countertop. Soft, instrumental music immediately feels welcoming. I've visited multiple times for early weekend lunch, and our Toast pre-order was ready upon arrival. We grabbed a table outside, and numerous takeout customers popped in and out during our meal. My favorite was the Disco Only. This elevated turkey club featured an impressive depth of flavor, from the sharp alpine cheese to the rich garlic mayo to the tangy pepperoncini vinegar. The thick-cut Bub and Grandma's sesame bread held up admirably well, and the arugula added a welcome fresh factor. The proteins were plentiful but were outshone by the other components. I also loved the Hot Girl Salami. The sweet-and-hot mustard and crispy baguette accentuated the rich, almost buttery salami. Meanwhile, the Venice Cowgirl was like a cheeseboard on a baguette. The sweet peaches and apricot-habanero jam dominated the subtly rich cheese or thin prosciutto, but the sandwich nonetheless proved to be a unique, summery option worth sharing. Lastly, the Yes, Honey elevated the ham-and-cheese with tangy relish, but the other components felt standard and forgettable. The service was friendly and efficient, and sandwiches ran for $15-20 each. Overall, the food tasted like the Santa Monica Farmer's Market on a premium roll, with sandos ranging from good to excellent. They are worth a dedicated visit if you're in the neighborhood, and I can't wait to work my way through more of Lady & Larder's menu.

The shop is so artsy and has a collection of unique olive oils from all over the world, as well as…read morespirits and wines. The sandwiches consisted of turkey, Reuben, salmon, caprese, and more. They were already prepared and packaged, so you just grab and go. The cool part was that the cashiers asked if I wanted the sandwich warmed up. which I did. Great touch! I went with the Reuben and did not see that there was cheese in the center, so when I got home, I had to take the cheese off. The sandwich was good, but for $12 + it was solid.

I've been going here for at least 10 years. I love cheese and have been to many shops across the…read morecountry and this one is the best. So many types of cheese I haven't seen anywhere else. Shadow Blossom is my all time favorite!

Was shocked to find this Cheese Shop resides inside Ralph's! Great selection, fair pricing,…read moreexcellent descriptions! Overall, unexpected really great experience!

Kevin deserves the highest praise possible. This man truly stood for what customer service is…read moresupposed to be. From start to finish, he was incredibly kind, attentive, welcoming, and genuinely went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. Kevin, thank you again for treating me and my family so incredibly well today. We truly appreciate you and the way you made us feel welcomed and valued. People like you are what make a business stand out. 10/10 customer service, without a doubt. You're a great representation of the cheese store, and we won't forget how well you treated us. Thank you, Kevin!

I'm a sucker for sandwiches, but not just any sandwich, it has to be a messy delicious sandwich…read more The Cheese Store BH did not disappoint. My go to has traditionally been Lorenzo for these cravings but I decided to take a risk and try somewhere else- like a few doors down from Lorenzo. The tables are all outside so if the weather sucks you're kinda screwed. I got the La Zucca and Il Domenico, deciding I'd try both and take home whatever I couldn't finish. I would normally never think to order a fried zucchini sandwich but it was one of the most popular so I went for it. I will say both sandwiches were excellent. Both messy and delicious. I like that the bread isn't overwhelmingly thick and you can really taste the ingredients. Washed it down with an Italian zero cola and it was a perfect lunch. Would go back.

What a cute little market this is, located in a tiny mini-mall close to the Overland and National…read moreintersection. It is equal parts coffee bar, flower shop, and unique wines/drinks/snacks shop. I would have never known about this spot had my friend who lives within walking distance of this market not had a hankering for a Matcha latte. I got a hazelnut latte with oat milk and it was very nice. The flower bouquets were fresh, pretty and colorful, and I loved looking at all the unique snacks available. It was nice to support a charming small business in this area and I look forward to coming back and getting more snacks the next time I visit my friend!

Great neighborhood spot with a really attentive owner and nice staff. Great coffee. Love itread more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese is one of the few options you have at the LAX Bradley International…read moreDeparture Terminal. Among the options I had to pick from, this ne didn't have a line and the food wasn't too heavy for the travels. However it isn't cheap. Nothing is cheap at the airport, so if you're not okay with a $20+ meal, pack something from home. Beecher has some breakfast options, grilled cheeses, mac and cheese, some prepacked cheese and nuts items, soups, and coffee. I ordered from their kiosk and I got the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich ($21) that comes with a chipotle spread. Considering there was no line at the kiosk, there seemed to be a lot of people waiting. Maybe they ordered previously and stepped away. It was a little slow but probably not as bad as other spots at the terminal. The breakfast sandwich itself had a nice grilled exterior. The bacon could have been more crispy but it is what it is. Decent sandwich and got me through the travel day. You have to manage expectations when you're at the airport.

First time trying this place. I've never seen one outside of LAX…read more The Egg and Cheese sandwich is delicious. I wish I could have it at least once a week. The staff are nice, orders take a bit of time to be ready, so plan for that. I went with takeout and just ate somewhere else. They do have bar seating if you want to eat there. Pretty chill vibes overall. I would have given five stars if it weren't for the crazy price for a tiny sandwich. Increase the size of the sandwich or reduce the price!! Haha

Shout out to whomever created a Yelp for the meat and cheese department within Eataly. So, if you…read morehave received service there please give a shout out to their outstanding service here! Big shout out to Miguel he is phenomenal and I have been working with him for quite some time he always makes phenomenal recommendations for meats as well as cheeses and wines to boot. Doesn't matter the occasion he always has me covered! Over the years we've shared some phenomenal stories and I'm always grateful to run into him when making creations, and is I ran into while dining out I'd send a drink over his way. The meat and cheese department at Eataly is hard to beat! And, I highly recommend you head over!

Located within the Eataly complex, this lovely little counter has mouthwatering cheeses and salumi…read moreto tempt anyone! Although the prices are a bit steep, the customer service is stellar! A nice young man assisted us in choosing the perfect Pecorino cheese and the tastiest Soppressata salumi, complete with generous samples! Yum. There are Italian cheeses and domestic cheeses too. We choose a wonderful Pecorino Gigante Cantina ($25.80/lb.). The prosciutto and salumi all looked good, so we described what we wanted: very little visible fat and a medium bit of spice. Our expert behind the counter suggested the Giorgio Soppressata Piccante ($25.80/lb.) and sliced two huge pieces for us to try...sold! I'll definitely be back for the great customer service and tasty product! Yelp Challenge 2018: 36/100

I've been coming here for years…read more Grocery delivery can be pricey. Go for the delicious deli sandwiches and salads in the deli instead. Very fresh and friendly service as well.

I would say to going back there again. Chicken not only didn't taste good but also was burned and…read moreI made my mind to not go back again. Ambiance is cars honking in the street and service was okay as the cashier warned me that their chicken kabob is not anything close to Iranian food; therefore, I really regret going there.