Food
Savor Santa Monica's diverse culinary scene through our dedicated Food section. From oceanfront dining and food truck discoveries to restaurant openings and chef interviews, we bring you the latest in local gastronomy. Our coverage spans the Santa Monica Farmers Market's fresh offerings, hidden neighborhood gems, and the innovative restaurants that make our city a dining destination. Stay current with new restaurant announcements, seasonal menu updates, and insider tips from our vibrant food community. Whether you're seeking your next dining adventure or following our city's evolving culinary landscape, trust Santa Monica Daily Press for fresh, local food coverage.
Promenade set to welcome three new restaurants arriving at Kitchen United Mix
The city of Santa Monica continues to be an tantalizing testbed for our taste buds
Read more
The Salty Truth
It’s as though salt has found itself at the center of a dubious witch hunt. America is on fire with...
Read more
Montana Avenue Mexican restaurant Horchata rescued at the last moment
Horchata cafeteria and bakery opens from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. and offers an impressive menu of burritos, tortas, tacos,...
Read more
Restaurant Review – Juliet
There are so many wonderful restaurants in Santa Monica and the Palisades that I rarely eat outside of my home...
Read more
A Vegan World
The first time I went vegan, I gained five pounds. The second time, I won a hundred bucks.
Read more
New outlet from Tijuana-style Tacos 1986 opens on Colorado
One of the finest sources of quality Mexican street food has found its way to Santa Monica
Read more
Wave of new Spanish and Italian-influenced restaurants continues with Bar Monette
Celebrated Canadian chef Sean MacDonald opens first US eatery in Santa Monica
Read more
Samohi special needs kids get a class in healthy eating care of Farmesa
Newly opened concept restaurant by Chipotle welcomed the class of students hungry for both knowledge and food in an attempt...
Read more
New tapas restaurant to offer more dining diversity to Downtown
Celebrated chef Sandra Cordeo is set to move from one successful Spanish restaurant in the San Fernando Valley and open...
Read more
First Farmesa by Chipotle opens on Third Street Promenade
Santa Monica is the first city in the US to try out Chipotle’s new concept that blends healthy eating with...
Read moreRecent News
Copyright © 2025 SMDP. All Rights Reserved.