Close Icon
Gear IconImportant Reminder:The Foursquare City Guide app officially sunset on December 15, 2024, with the web version following in early 2025. However, your check-in journey doesn’t end here! Join us on Swarm, where new adventures await.
Learn more

Here are some popular tips in Downtown Santa Monica. Select a taste to see more:

Foursquare helps you find the perfect places in Downtown Santa Monica to go with friends:

  • 8.9

    Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe

    Beer Garden 1615 Ocean Front Walk Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (59 tips):

    • Frosty
      Frosty: "Added in September of ‘17, the back patio has a fresh brewed strait from the brewery tap of Bud Light. It’s the best tasting tap beer I’ve had outside of the beer during a brewery tour."
  • 9.2

    SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa

    Sushi Restaurant 1345 2nd St Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (180 tips):

    • Ranu R.
      Ranu Rajkarnikar: "Worth the wait. Put your name down and go get a few drinks at The Misfit around the corner. Get the Trust Me or Trust Me Nozawa. Blue crab roll, scallop, red snapper and sweet shrimp are all amazing."
  • 9.0

    M.i.'s Westside Comedy Theater

    Comedy Club 1323A 3rd Street Promenade Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (21 tips):

    • Chris C.
      Chris Cookson: "a wonderful fairly small venue with some amazingly talented people. Catch a Mission Improvable show if you can. Line up about 30 minutes before the show to get a great seat!"
  • 9.2

    Tender Greens

    Salad Restaurant 201 Arizona Ave Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (161 tips):

    • Joshua V.
      Joshua Van Dyk: "Joshua Van Dyk thinks this is the best salad place in Santa Monica. The food is fantastic. I have been there several times and love it. The line can get a bit long but moves fast. 2 thumbs up!"
  • 9.2

    Third Street Promenade

    Shopping Plaza 1202 3rd Street Promenade Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (283 tips):

    • Parker G.
      Parker Green: "I love the Promenade, even if it is a bit touristy! The have tons of shops ranging from the high-end to more affordable, and lots of people watching opportunities! Very talents performers as well!"
  • 9.4

    Santa Monica State Beach

    Beach 1432 Palisades Beach Rd Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (335 tips):

    • Kelley L.
      Kelley L.: "Quintessential Southern California. The bike path runs to Venice, and the scenery is beautiful. Close to shopping centers and good restaurants. Pier is very pretty at night too."

People are talking about these places in Downtown Santa Monica:

  • 8.9

    Burke Williams Spa

    Spa 1358 4th St Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (19 tips):

    • Michelle T.
      Michelle Tesoro: "Arrive at least an hour before your appt so u can enjoy the jacuzzi, sauna, and steam rooms. The Solarium is a gr8 place to read, the quiet room is the perfect place for a nap."
    • Gwen P.
      Gwen P.: "Book Drea for great facials and excellent advice w/o an upsell of the house products. Ask for samples of the recommended products so u can try before u buy."
  • 8.9

    Élephante

    Restaurant 1332 2nd St, Rooftop Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (30 tips):

    • Troy T.
      Troy Troutner: "Drinks, view, and vibes"
    • Nikki F.
      Nikki Foster: "Scenic views on the beach as you dine or drink rooftop. Great food and service."
  • 8.9

    Sweetgreen

    Salad Restaurant 1343 4th St Santa Monica, CA

    People also say (23 tips):

    • PureWow
      PureWow: "Their lime-cilantro-jalapeño and pesto dressings don’t contain any added sugars, and bowls are made to order. You can get your entire favorite non-dairy, legumeless ingredients mixed on the spot."
    • Joshua V.
      Joshua Van Dyk: "I love the salads here. Best spot in Santa Monica for tasty salads. Worth checking out for sure!"

Join over 50 million people using Foursquare to get tips tailored to your tastes.