A fantastic find in SM. Have been going there for years & I have learned a lot about Middle…read moreEastern delights! I am always surprised by some new food wonders that I find! Deli is great, the array of salads & spreads is wonderful. Olive selection, French Feta, nuts, dried fruits and on & on! Marinated Chicken delish-mix 1/2 dark & 1/2 light meat & sear in a skillet until brown. Kebab day such fun & delish. Fresh Salmon is excellent & reasonable compared to other. Not sure if farm raised, but once in a while a treat at a reasonable $ Produce very good & reasonable Solheil is great & I really like visiting his market.

Fresh produce at much lower prices than any other store in Santa Monica…read more Is it all organic? Probably not, but sometimes you also have to think about the budget. It's fresh, it's good quality and to be honest: their fresh produce is actually better than Trader Joe's. Spices, an enormous selection that's worth checking out. Anything middle eastern in terms of

Complete array of deli and grocery products especially from the Bologna region...the heart of…read moreItalian cuisine.

Been back a few times after not having gone for a few years. They are the only place I know that…read morecarries Golfetta Salami (60% less fat), and Italy's best seller. $9.99 for a 3 oz package which is more than $50.00 a pound! Got burned a few times buying products with no expiration date so do your due diligence. Perhaps their turnover isn't as good as the big guys so things expire. Loved their frozen wild mushroom ravioli but their margarita pizza lacked flavor and freshness.

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.

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.

Lady & Larder's promotional material states:…read more 100% Women Owned by twin sisters Sarah & Boo Simms*. "We grew up in the kitchen." 100% American Made Cheese & Charcuterie "...paired with a selection of radically seasonal and impeccably sourced local accoutrements." Lady & Larder's mission: "...we believe in championing a 100% domestic and sustainable food culture - one that will continue to thrive for generations to come." Whether you visit the Santa Monica brick and mortar or a Farmer Pop Up prepare yourself for both a visual and flavorful explosion. My Lady & Larder experience was an unexpected gift delivered to my door. WOW, what a delicious surprise. Small batch meats, cheeses artfully distributed on a board dusted with almonds, arranged with olives, fruit and totally edible pansies. Lady Crackers on the side. I opened a bottle of Prosecco. Celebration! Lady & Larder is so much more than what I received. Learn here: https://www.ladyandlarder.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorrONxF-JLxSFt2ZNhNWoK1Ol5g5i9R9f0SzXgQTa9apBiVcoAx *Boo Simms, passed away January 19, 2025 due to a tragic surgery complication. RIP. The culinary world is a better place for her way too brief but significant contribution.

This butcher shop has amazing lunch and I've had a couple of their meals. The Cubano is the real…read moredeal and I love their BLT as well but I usually get it on a pretzel bun. I tried the red hot for the first time and it's legit. Love this place.

Damn how have I missed this gem?…read more Went here with a couple of friends and this is a great butcher shop. The staff is friendly, the prices are "Santa Monica Fair (aka way too high but that's the reality of life in 2026) and the food is high quality. I got a pastrami sandwich and it was tasty. A few things to know. First off the service is a bit slow but that's okay since they are making everything to order. They also have a lack of seats so it isn't great for big groups. But ifs damn good and I'll be back for sure

Such a nice experience. First time going here and it was definitely a local neighborhood type…read moremarket feel, easy parking & entry into the store, great customer service, with a good amount of products & choices for not being a huge corporate type grocery store. The staff helped me find what I need, they were very nice, and the prices were good. I'll definitely be going back in the future.

This neighborhood grocery store on Montana Ave in Santa Monica is a fine place for a freshly made…read moresandwich or cooked items in their deli case. They've got a nice butcher section with fresh meat and seafood. There's a deli case with close to 20 items -- ribs, chicken, lasagna, mac 'n cheese, soup and more, depending on the day. They've got about a dozen salads, including three potato salads, and about as many deli meats for sandwiches. The beef stew was excellent, the lasagna, chili and meatloaf also very good. The sandwiches are solid and very reasonably priced. Two things stand out for me here: their weekend barbecue and the tamales. Someone in their kitchen makes delicious Oaxacan tamales (which are not always available). These tamales are chock full of chicken mole -- perhaps the highest ratio of filling to masa that I've had -- and are neatly wrapped in banana leaves. The burritos are similarly pre-made and stuffed to the gills with the protein of the day. As for the weekend barbecue, every Saturday and Sunday morning they grill select meats from the deli (prime steaks, tri tip, chicken, etc) which you can buy throughout the day at the deli. The Farms also has fresh vegetables, premade salads and all the other items you'd expect from a neighborhood grocery store. Service is super friendly, and there's free parking in back. It's definitely a good spot for a meal to go.

LOVE this candy! The butter crunch is absolutely delicious - wonderful buttery flavor, sweet but…read morenot overly sweet with a wonderful crunch- and with the added nuts- YUM! Very easy to eat- crunchy but not tough like toffee. And the owners are just as great- friendly, professional and you can feel the love they have for their products! Glad to find them at the San Carlos Art & Wine Festival every year and especially to be able to order online via their website! You'll be hooked!

I found this amazing toffee company during the chocolate festival this weekend in San Francisco. I…read moregot hooked. Great quality and plenty of flavors!

Have never been here but saw all of the police and Public Works eating here so we are giving it a…read moreshot !!! Totally delicious!!! Whatta find !!! Excellent service. And even better food !!

This popular neighborhood spot has gotten even better of late under new management. The menu used…read moreto be all over the map, but has been streamlined. Whether you're there for brunch (bacon pancakes, yum!) or lunch, all the dishes are delicious and reasonably priced. The staff is very friendly and makes you feel at home - the new owner treats all his customers like family, which is why the place is always filled with regulars, cops on break from the precinct down the block, and even celebrities.

This is a really small market and the selection is fair. It's a very tight fit to get through…read moreaisles with other shoppers. I like the Hasi bread here & other organic items. Parking lot is also small.

This place is a gem in the middle of Santa Monica…read more They have all the needs for a perfect dinner or late snack The bulk section is full of choices

A true hidden gem on Montana Avenue. I walked into this olive oil store thinking I'd spend a few…read moreminutes browsing and somehow ended up there for over an hour tasting the most heavenly olive oils and vinegars. Every single flavor was so delicious that choosing what to take home became the hardest part. What made the experience even more special was the owner -- so warm, generous with her time, and incredibly knowledgeable. She patiently explained every flavor, pairing, and use without ever making us feel rushed. You can really feel the passion behind the products. Honestly, this place is therapy. The kind of therapy that feels as satisfying as candle shopping. Just spending time in the store is such a calming and joyful experience, and trust me, you definitely won't leave without a few bottles in your hands. These make such beautiful gifts for friends and family, but honestly you'll want to keep some for yourself too. And the best part? No matter your cooking skill level, a few drops on a salad or dish instantly make you feel like a MasterChef. Healthy, flavorful, and such a fun experience from start to finish.

We were out for a walk with zero intention of shopping or buying anything. Stopped in for just a…read moretaste & so glad we did. Tanna was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable & made the experience fun & not pushy. We sampled a variety of oils & vinegars, everything was amazing. My favorite was the apricot vinegar and couldn't resist. Tanna shared creative was to use (not just on salads!) like over yogurt or to sparkling water for a refreshing twist, had to buy it! What's great experience & will be back for more (& olive oil). Highly recommend!!!