Welcome to Santa Monica/Brentwood
While two distinct neighborhoods, coastal Santa Monica and Brentwood, nestled at the foot of Santa Monica Mountains, are best experienced as a pair. Together, they provide unparalleled access to ocean and mountain recreation and share the same great climate. They’re both highly walkable, family-friendly enclaves just at the northwestern edge of Los Angeles — providing ample opportunity for domestic tranquility and sunny California fun.
What to Love
- Walking Palisades Park
- Proximity to some of California’s most beautiful coastline
- Incredible shops and restaurants — particularly Montana Avenue SM and Brentwood County Mart
Local Lifestyle
From Santa Monica, you’ll have choice access to some of the finest California coastline, while Brentwood provides equally great access to the majestic Santa Monica Mountains to the north. Together, the communities are surrounded by the most gorgeous and peaceful natural amenities in the entire outer L.A. region, which, in addition to the highly upscale urban amenities, create a perfect lifestyle balance.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
If you’ve shopped up a craving for Italian, treat yourself to Capo’s old-world seafood classics and an incredible wine selection from a highly sophisticated setting. When the ocean beckons, nothing beats winding down at Coast Beach Cafe and Bar at Shutters on the Beach, serving regional seafood Mexican cuisine and spectacular ocean views from the deluxe Santa Monica resort.
You’ll enjoy another breathtaking Pacific-side dining experience at Giorgio Baldi. The family-run classic Italian restaurant is famous for its authentic and flavorful northern Tuscany cuisine and extensive wine list. Elephante is yet another breezy fine-dining option, offering beautiful coastal views for those in the Sunset dining area. Alternately, you’ll feel right at home in their beautiful and homey Garden seating level — but with their incredible brunch dishes, traditional pizzas, seafood pasta, and floral-rimmed drinks, you’ll be satisfied no matter what you choose.
At Chez Jay, you’ll enjoy a highly memorable dining experience with their superb steak and seafood entrees. Located right next to a vast green space and play area for children, you’ll be pleased to know that the bar and chophouse also has a dry bar and no age limit.
Things to Do
For even more family-friendly recreation, visit Palisades Park. The long, coastal green space features numerous trails, play, and meeting areas, and depending on timing, you might be treated to one of the area’s unique and delightful food trucks that frequent the park. Even greater fun awaits at Santa Monica Pier, where charming cafes and kitsch shops line the historic pier, centered around an amusement park and aquarium.
Those dedicated to health will love the local fitness culture, and runners likely already know that the Santa Monica Stairs workout Is just as famous as many of its residents. Locals enjoy elevating their heart rates while ascending the huge tree-lined staircase. It is the perfect metaphor for the inspired way of life the Santa Monica and Brentwood communities enjoy daily.
