This place is Amazing , a foodie lover heaven! Gourmet finds from all over ! I wanted everything!…read morebut settled for just a select few items *since I plan to go back! So many different kinds of pastas (imported) , olives , pickles , tinned fish, etc. way too much to list here, prices seemed reasonable on most items and some items were out of my budget, I just went over the weekend for the first time so haven't tried too much of what I got yet* but can't wait to try it all! There is such a selection of very unique items , some with such amazing packaging/ art , so this place would be a great place if anyone is looking for a gift/gifts!

Located in a non-descriptive space, Epicurious Gourmet has a treasure trove of amazing gourmet food…read moreitems. I don't know why I waited so long to visit! Upon entering there are shopping carts and baskets. Take a rolling one (trust me) and get ready for a wonderful store filled with food stuffs that will make you swoon. The neatly stacked shelves are filled with things like chocolate, jam, pasta, tinned seafood, chips, and pasta are all neatly organized. Tags indicating country of origin (largely from Europe) are helpful. There are refrigerators full of charcuterie, cheese, and French butter. Freezers have ready to bake breads and pastries from a bakery in Canada. It's actually quite overwhelming (in a very good way), if you don't know what you need. You'll definitely see lots of things you want. The people that work here seem happy and are very helpful. When we were looking at chips, one of the employees shared his favorites. The best part of the visit was meeting the owner. He was enthusiastic and extremely informative! He told us that everything in the store was sampled and scrutinized for taste and quality. He knew everything about the products and why they were sourced. He helped me find a delicious arbequina olive oil from Italy and tins of sardines packed it butter. Swoon. By the end of our visit my basket was full! While the items here are pricey I truly think that the quality is worth it. Parking is plentiful and conveniently located just outside. The store is clean and well organized. Bring your own reusable shopping bags because you'll need it for all the wonderful goodies. Definitely returning! LOCATION: 4/5 FOOD: 5/5 SERVICE: 10/5 VALUE: 4/5 AMBIANCE: 4/5 PET FRIENDLY: not sure CLEANLINESS: 5/5 PARKING: 5/5

Loving the bakery! These Pratt sugar cookies are great whether you eat them from the left, right,…read moreor center. Delicious!

This place is cavernous with many nice and fresh items including a huge liquor department!…read more I live in Hollywood and my friend and I drove here because of their bakery Mamolo. It's a really small back corner that is adorned with beautiful and sumptuous pastries! Daniela was an absolute doll (Tod was so nice he was taking calls for pastry requests) She and I spoke Italian, I felt like I had known here forever. She was describing her store at Gelson's that burnt down in the Palisades, she also lost her home. I'm crying as I write this. It's been 2 years and I'm happy they found a niche here at Vicente foods in Brentwood! She was so kind to offer me a coffee while I drooled looking at her beautiful display! She was very kind to offer me a taste of one of her favorites it was OOTW out of this world. The cookies were such a great idea I got 10 and even sent some UPS to a friend in Memphis TN! I wish you all the best in your journey "back home" Dio ti benedica Bella! Á presto CiaoCristina

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!!

Please don't come here because I love it and it's still quaint. Selfishness aside, though this is…read moremy go to place when in Santa Monica. I used to always go to Bay Cities, and I can't say their sandwiches aren't worth the drive, but if you're looking for some high-quality ingredients and true Italian spirit and charm, this is your place.

Super cute little Italian grocery store in Santa Monica. A bit hard to find as it's tucked away…read moreamongst a commercial area. It's a gem of a find! Fresh pastas, amazing selection of cheeses and cured meats, wines, bottled and canned deliciousness (olives, sauces, etc,) chocolates, jams, drinks They have everything here and the selection is amazing. It's my favorite Italian store in So cal!

Loveee this place, i take everyone who visits me here…read more Food: 10/10 absolutely no complaints on my end or any of my visitors Service: 9/10 service is good the employees are generally very sweet Ambiance: 10/10 can get packed on a weekend. My favorite time to go is during a weekday. It's very cute inside and if you sit outside you can people watch while enjoying your meal. Cute place to work too (sometimes can get loud w everyone talking)

Two hours free parking in underground garage across the street…read more This is located in the heart of all the retail and shopping in Beverly Hills. The price point is definitely not affordable but there's a market for everyone! I got a smoothie (an expensive one) called Coco Azul. The color was beautiful. I wondered what made it blue but didn't ask. Flavor exceeded my expectations. I likely won't be back only due to the price point. The cafe had ample indoor seating and also seating outdoors on their patio. There are food options but I only got a smoothie. There are a few other locations across town. The interior and decor is a sleek, clean, modern and minimalist vibe.

I love coming here on Sundays to just get a vibe of the community. Always warm, happy, and crowded…read morein a good way because it always exudes good vibes. Today I got to explore specifically Los Diabiltos for their breakfast burritos and agua frescas. They always have a huge long line because the food is so good. I ordered their chicken breakfast burrito and their 3x tacos meal. For the tacos I got 2x chicken tacos and 1x chorizo. I love how they all have hash browns that come with it inside. They even let you grab a free Agua Fresca while you wait. Can't wait to try!

Love you this little farmers market in my neighborhood! Over the years it's really grown. Now we…read morehave vendors spilling on to San Vicente. Love sampling all the seasonal fruits and walking through here every Sunday

The line was long. It's located in the lower lot between the Jurassic park ride and the mummy ride…read more It gets hot in the lower lot so this was a refreshing snack. Friendly service. I tried the Princess Peach flavored soda had peach flavored popping pearls on the bottom with cream soda and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I enjoyed the drink! They had cute collectible drink carriers for $20 and popcorn holders for $39.99

Quite a long line the first Friday of Fan Fest Nights before the event started, but it makes sense…read moresince it's in the literal center of the lower lot and right next to a smaller Nintendo themed/collaboration shop (there was Nintendo x Sanrio, Jurassic Park x Sanrio when I took a gander in). It's a casual quick service eatery so the ambiance was bustling and busy. My friends got the rainbow popcorn and it's honestly a bit sickly sweet, imagine a bit like Captain Crunch popcorn, but it got a bit easier to eat after the first couple of bites.

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!

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.