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.

my boyfriend surprised me on Valentine's Day with these!…read more Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Please support these ladies!!

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!

I stumbled into this place by accident and didn't even realize they served food. I was pleasantly…read moresurprised by how amazing the sandwiches were. They're definitely on the pricey side, but worth every penny. The portions are big, the meat is juicy and flavorful, and everything is just perfect. I tried the pastrami, pulled pork, and turkey sandwiches, and all of them were excellent. You won't be disappointed. Highly recommend this place.

The last time I went to this place was for their Italian beef sandwich and that sandwich seriously…read moremight be my favorite Italian beef sandwich in the area/ city. My most recent visit I came in to grab some sliced deli meats for some bread I got from another place. As soon as I walked in, I was created in the person behind the counter was very friendly and helpful. I just wanted some sliced ham and mortadella. The ham for a baguette and butter sandwich and the mortadella to used with another type of bread I got. The meats were neatly sliced and packaged and the service was quick. I really am a huge fan of this place.

YOU NEED TO COME HERE! I didn't catch his name, but the…read moreowner is extremely friendly and incredibly proud of his product. He even shared his process with me, from how he monitors the oil temperature to prevent soggy churros, to his house-ground cinnamon sugar. You can really taste the care he puts into it. The true test? I drove 10 minutes home with my AC blasting, let them sit for another 30 minutes while I ate dinner, and they were still perfectly crispy. No sogginess at all, just a strong, rich cinnamon scent and flavor. I tried the guava, coconut, and blueberry dipping sauces, and every single one is a hit, you truly can't go wrong with any of them. Honestly, it's dangerous living so close to this stand because resisting this temptation is going to be tough. Definitely give them a try!

Best Churros in Town! This place was recommended to me as…read morehaving the best churros ever, and they lived up to the hype! Food: - Churros are made fresh to order and hand-dipped in a generous coating of cinnamon sugar - Texture is perfect--crispy and golden on the outside, while soft, chewy, and slightly gooey on the inside -The cinnamon sugar ratio is spot-on, and because each churro is hand-coated, every bite is packed with flavor Sauces: Honestly, the churros don't need sauce, but if you are a sauce person... - Chocolate: Rich, smooth Ghirardelli chocolate - Lechera: Classic sweetened condensed milk - Blueberry: Surprisingly bold blueberry flavor - Coconut: Unexpected favorite that adds a unique tropical twist and pairs surprisingly well Service & Ambiance: - Located in the same parking lot as Brother's Cousins Tacos, making it the perfect spot to enjoy tacos and churros - Eric, the owner, is incredibly kind, welcoming, and passionate about his craft - The recipe originated in Madrid, Spain, and Eric added his own Mexican-inspired cinnamon sugar twist since traditional Spanish churros are not coated in cinnamon sugar

we had a great time dining at teleferic barcelona! it was easy to make reservations on opentable,…read moreand service was quick and attentive throughout our meal. for drinks, we tried the tourist and the spicy sangria. i loved both of them! they were pretty strong, and none of the flavors were overbearing. the tourist had a floral sweetness and the spicy sangria had just a little kick of spice. the veggie paella was delicious! the rice was perfectly cooked and seasoned, and i really liked the roasted vegetables on top. the broccolini and tomatoes really hit the spot. definitely will come back again!

I don't understand where the disconnect came from - better paella in Spain and on the east side of…read moreLA - I wanted so wanted to love this place, but it reminded me nothing of Spain. I have tasted much better paella's here in Los Angeles. Although I was extremely disappointed when served our orders, this was below even what we have in LA. Ambience amazing the reflection of stars has nothing to do with the service whatsoever. Actually our service was excellent. It was the food that ruined the experience. This is recently not uncommon in LA. We ordered the patatas bravas, camarones alijillo... I understand that every restaurant has to put their spin on it but this was really missing the mark... since when do we put a aioli sauce in paella or even on potatoes. Yuk!! Amsterdam, maybe but not in seafood. Also chimichurri on shrimp wow this is super new - I ordered paella in Spain at least 20 times and I've never seen it like this. Sangria excellent! Paella 5/10 - I know that they are cooking the seafood whilst still having the paella come out al dente - but our seafood was severely overcooked not much lobster, and a very thin layer of paella - incredibly disappointed, although it was date night and that made it great. I would not recommend this restaurant for paella. It has a great atmosphere. Good drinks nice atmosphere. I know this sounds terrible, but I'm just going to have to go back to La paella for the time being since a few of the restaurants that we frequent have closed - so we will see how long this lasts. Off to look for more restaurants with excellent paella. We definitely have a lacking here in the prime Westside.

fresh, delicious fruit! kind owners! buy here so much better than the grocery stores!read more

Five stars b/c…read more.. F_reeeesh fruits stand right outside ACE Hardware I_n the mood always for supporting lovely hard-working vendors like them V_alue for your buck: fresh cut fruits for $5 cup or $7 bowl E_arnest living... hey, tip well if you opt to go Quick Notes: * Décor - n/a * Offers - fresh fruits daily: lime juice and tajin toppings optional * Accepts - cash * Parking - free parking lot for center; none on the streets

Sushi is always great and lines were non-existent when I went on father's day. Must have missed…read morethe lunchtime crowd by going mid afternoon.

Finally went to Yama Sushi and while I knew it would be good I was shocked by how much I enjoyed…read moreeverything. The quality was amazing and the cuts were perfect. I thought there'd be a larger selection of nigiri but maybe options change daily. The place was packed but the line was very fast. There's minimal seating, so definitely plan ahead.

Wide selection of Japanese food at this grocery market. The service was fast and friendly. The…read moreambience was clean. The price was reasonable. Nice grocery store to check out.

Good Japanese market located on Sawtelle. Plenty of parking in this shared lot. Here you can find a…read morelot of Japanese goodies ranging from food to home care to skin care. Prices are similar to Mitsuwa so on the higher side. However if you are looking for high end Japanese products this is a good place to go. Their produce section is displayed very nicely and organized. Prices are clearly marked. Odd to find a security guard standing in the front of a market but then it's probably because it's on Sawtelle popular place.