1. Milo and Olive
8.8
2723 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Bakery · 131 tips and reviews
Epicurious: I am especially keen on the straight-up Margherita and the mixed-mushroom, which involves a bed of melted Fontina, lemon zest, Parmesan, and thyme. Read more.
Nicole Muniz: Shrimp + polenta is out of this world. Then again so is everything.
Eater: A tiny, always packed bakery and cafe from the Rustic Canyon team. Expect seasonal small plates, impeccable baked goods, and some of the best pizza pies in the city. [Eater 38 Member]
Daniel Chin: Best almond croissants around, pretzel rolls are great too. Not a fan of the coffee here, though.
LA Weekly: At Christine Moore's tiny shop in Pasadena, the Goddess salad is beckoning. The genteel bowl contains a delicate combination of vegetables that, with the addition of a crumbled egg and slice of bread. Read more.
Carol Lee: Try the Salmon Bowl - #BasmatiRice, Shredded Carrots, Daikon Radish, Cucumber Relish, #MicroGreens and #Ponzu Dressing
9. Pinkberry
7.7
8850 Tampa Ave, Ste 101 (at Business Center Dr), Northridge, CA
Frozen Yogurt Shop · 5 tips and reviews
Cookie Wright: The Staff was very welcoming tonight. I ordered a larger Chocolate Hazelnut with a bit of original. Splurged a bit on toppings: milkchocolate crisps, oreo cookie crumbles, dark chocolate crisp
Angie Karapetyan: Love the new pink berry app....
Oliver Penguin: The portions seem to get smaller and smaller, kind of annoying and makes me want to stay away.
12. Pace Restaurant
8.7
2100 Laurel Canyon Blvd (at Kirkwood Dr), West Hollywood, CA
Italian Restaurant · 50 tips and reviews
Roger Sanchez: The pasta/ lobster special w truffle oil is amazing!
Bollare: One of the best meals I've ever had in LA! Pace really encompasses the “whole experience!” It is warm and inviting, romantic and comfortable, while still feeling like a hot spot. —Whitney
Bravo: A relaxing atmosphere with rustic and organic Italian cuisine. My fave is the flourless homemade woven chocolate cake. Make sure to order it before you arrive; it's made from scratch! -Vanessa Gonzale
13. Nordstrom
8.2
220 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
Women's Store · Downtown Santa Monica · 33 tips and reviews
Sama: I love this branch. Very friendly staff and much more variety of things
Gaby: Best public restroom!
Sangeeta: Natalia at the Kiehl's counter is the best! Not only is she very attentive, courteous and kind, she also pampers you with lots of samples for products you may want to try!
Amanda Brass: Ask if GAZPACHO is available. If not the QUICHE is always home made. ROOT BEER FLOATS, Mexican Coke Floats, or DRY SODAS are made to order! *GREEK YOGURT or BANANAS ARGENTINE always hit the spot!!
Jason Franklin: Great outdoor area with outlets for ur laptop. Easy parking also.
Reece T: Learn how to make Flat White Coffee like the Baristas used to!!!
Debbie Paris Teho: The lavender mimosa is delicious!
Taste Terminal: An all Foie Gras menu will be featured here during Restaurant Week. January 22 – 27 and January 29 – February 3, 2012. Read more.
Los Angeles: The caviar salad layers leaves of butter lettuce like a blooming rose, dressed in a bright, utterly seductive lemony crème fraiche and finished with finely chopped egg and generous dollops of caviar.