Border Grill is damn good. There are these huge scary murals on the wall, and they get even bigger and scarier as you get drunker and drunker on the excellent pitchers of margaritas. Happy Hour varies depending on the day of the week, [more...]

Bergamont Station has dozens of galleries, so even if you and youre date dont have the same tast in artwork, you will both find pieces you love.
Inexpensive to visit. Expensive to buy.
Santa Monica
310.829.5854

The Gaslite is known for it's karaoke, which begins after 9pm. It's a dark bar, and a good place to go on rainy nights. It's very casual and not chic-- but it's fun.
2030 Wilshire Blvd
310-829-2382

EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY is an amazing art gallery in Santa Monica that has been displaying and selling illustration artwork for nearly 20 years. If you and/or your date have children, bring them to the gallery where they can see [more...]

Father's Office has sprung to fame in the last year thanks to its delicious burgers and exotic beer menu. This is a tiny, dark, and cozy pub on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica. The restaurant used to be a safe haven for celebrities-- [more...]

EL CHOLO in Santa Monica is a seriously wonderful Mexican restaurant. It is NOT, however, an intimate atmosphere, and it does feel a bit touristy, but the margaritas are famous and amazing. There is an outdoor seating area, a bar, an [more...]

TASTY WORDS is a little comedy night held about once every month at the illustration art gallery EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY. My boyfriend and I went to this event, hosted by actress Wendy Kamenoff, and we had a great time. The tickets [more...]

THE COUNTER in Santa Monica is a wonderful little build-your-own-burger joint that is great fun for couples who are aiming for a casual night out. The Counter serves beer and wine, and has a flat pannel tv or two to show any major [more...]