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*We recommend the following establishments and services in support of their efforts towards sustainability.
*Abode Restaurant & Lounge
1541 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.394.3463
Abode’s menu emphasizes seasonal cuisine and the carefully designed space incorporates the use of sustainable materials and soothing earth tones.
*Axe
1009 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice / 310.664.9787
The name means “go with the power of the Gods and Goddesses”. The culturally diverse, seasonal menu highlights local farm direct organic ingredients. Axe uses biodegradable to-go containers and participates in biodiesel recycling.
*Boa
101 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.899.4466
Hip steakhouse and bar serving locally purchased produce and grass-fed, hormone free meats, fish and poultry.
*Border Grill
1445 4th Street, Santa Monica / 310.451.1655
Vibrant, upscale Mexican restaurant sets a new standard for gourmet Mexican fare. Border Grill offers locally purchased produce, and grass-fed, hormone free meats and fish and free range poultry.
*Comfort Café @ Fred Segal
420 Broadway Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.395.6252
A great lunch and shopping spot serving organic soups, salads, and sandwiches with organic coffees, teas, and smoothies.
*Euphoria Loves RAWvolution
2301 Main Street, Santa Monica / 310.392.9501
100% raw, vegan, and organic deli committed to using eco-friendly methods in every aspect of the restaurant’s operations. Winner of Sustainable Quality Excellence Award in Stewardship of the Natural Environment, 2006.
*Jack & Jill’s
510 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.656.1501
Gourmet comfort food with a Southern accent and California flair. Breakfast is served all day, and organic coffees and teas are available.
*Joe’s
1023 Abbot Kinney, Venice /310.399.5811
Delicious California- French cuisine created with grass-fed and hormone free meat and fish. Vegetarian options feature locally grown produce. Patio dining is available.
*Josie
2424 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.581.9888
Dine on American, Mediterranean, and French cuisine in an atmosphere that blends old country warmth with clean, contemporary sophistication. On Wednesday, a 3-course menu of local Santa Monica Farmer’s Market options is offered.
*Juliano’s Raw
609 Broadway Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.587.1552
LA’s raw-food guru feeds trendy clientele gourmet vegan meals.
*Library Alehouse
2911 Main Street, Santa Monica / 310.314.4855
Rustic craftsman-style bar and restaurant with charming back patio. Serves tasty sandwiches and burgers made with some organic ingredients. Sustainable Quality Award Grand Prize Winner 2003.
*Newsroom Café
530 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.319.9100
Quaint café featuring a vegetarian-friendly and healthful menu with organic ingredients used as often as possible.
*Real Food Daily
514 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.451.7544
Innovative vegan cuisine that is balanced, seasonal and made fresh each day.
*Rustic Canyon Wine Bar
1119 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.393.7050
Neighborhood restaurant with a cozy vibe serving Farmer’s Market inspired dishes paired with wines from boutique wineries. Ingredients are sourced from local farmers and fisherman who employ sustainable practices. Reservations are a must!
*Urth Caffé
2327 Main Street, Santa Monica / 310.314.7040
America’s first exclusively organic coffee company, Urth Caffe offers a wide selection of healthy entrees, organic salads and delicious, organic baked goods and pastries. A casual atmosphere and great people-watching! Recipient of Sustainable Quality Award, 2005.
*Wild Oats
1425 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.576.4707
Full-service community market with fresh produce, organic Fair Trade coffees, and organic juice bar nestled in the heart of the upscale Montana retail district.
*Wilshire Restaurant
2454 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica/ 310.586.1707
Large outdoor patio beautifully appointed with lights, candles, and a fountain. The menu includes a diversity of fresh, seasonal and organic foods- Wilshire supports local farmers and organic growers whenever possible. 2007 Sustainable Quality Award Grand Prize Winner.
*American Apparel
2654 Main Street, Santa Monica / 310.450.7360 / www.americanapparel.net
Shop for basic tees, tanks, and sweats at American Apparel, a vertically integrated, made-in-the-USA, sweatshop free enterprise.
*Arbor Snowboards
102 Washington Boulevard, Venice / 310.577.1120
Venice-based snowboard, skateboard and apparel company using environmentally friendly natural elements to improve style and performance.
*Conveyor at Fred Segal
420 Broadway Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.458.2800
Organic cotton shirts and hemp tennies for sale in a modern, street-style department of the Fred Segal Boutique.
*Hey Kookla
1329 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.899.9499
An urban angelic boutique in Montana’s retail district featuring a selection of exclusive gifts including items from green conscious and local designers.
*London Sole
1331 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.255.0937
Unique collection of classic ballet flats, loafers, and eclectic English flat footwear created by Chelsea-based British shoe designer. 2007 Sustainable Quality Award Excellence in Stewardship of the Environment.
*Lucky Brand
1426 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.260.9524
Rock ‘n’ roll inspired jeans store powered by 100% green power from geothermal generation.
*lululemon
331 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.319.9900
A yoga inspired athletic apparel company focused on a healthy, balanced, fun-filled way of life. Excellence Award in Stewardship of the Natural Environment, 2005.
*Monkie
2665 Main Street, Santa Monica / 310.450.4512
Women’s clothing boutique that carries eco-organic hemp clothing and a line made from recycling clothing scraps.
*Patagonia
2936 Main Street, Santa Monica / 310.314.1776
Outdoor and travel gear for the whole family sold by a company with a strong commitment to protecting undomesticated lands and waters. Sustainable Quality Award Grand Prize Winner 1999 and 2006.
*The Body Shop
172 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica / 310.319.2639
Inside the Santa Monica Place Mall, The Body Shop carries beauty products made with sustainable palm oil. The company uses renewable energy and is committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2010.
Bodega Wine Bar
814 Broadway, Santa Monica / 310.394.3504
A casual, comfortable place to kick back and enjoy a glass of wine with friends.
Chaya Venice
110 Navy Street, Venice / 310.396.1179
Hipster socializing and light flirting go a long way at this cool, Asian hangout
Chez Jay
1657 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.395.1741
A Santa Monica mainstay – you never know who you will see at this sawdust-on-the-floor restaurant and bar.
Circle Bar
2926 Main Street, Santa Monica / 310.450.0508
A Santa Monica tradition featuring deejay music and a bustling singles scene.
Fathers’ Office
1018 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.393.2337
Casual neighborhood spot with wide selection of draught and bottled beers from around the world.
Harvelle’s Blues Club
1423 4th Street, Santa Monica / 310.395.1676
Established in 1931, this dark, sexy venue is a great place to listen or dance to live music.
Primitivo Wine Bistro
1025 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice / 310.396.5353
Laid back scenesters savor tapas from Spain, France and Italy in this no-attitude Venice bistro.
Temple Bar
1026 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.393.6611
Unique music venue featuring different artists and styles of music every night of the week.
The Otheroom
1201 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice / 310.396.6230
Intimate lounge and wine bar with over sixty beers on tap is popular with Venice locals.
Voda
1449 2nd Street, Santa Monica / 310.394.9774
A chic hideaway specializing in classic and highly inventive martinis.
Zanzibar
1301 5th Street, Santa Monica / 310.451.2221
Dance to world beats and hip hop at this DJ Lounge with stylish Indian and African motif.
Santa Monica College: Madison Campus Arts Program
11th Street and Santa Monica Blvd. / 310.434.3430
Treating the public to eclectic performing arts and compelling art exhibits
Bergamot Station Arts Center
2525 Michigan Ave. / Santa Monica / 310.586.6488
Formerly a train station and currently home to the Santa Monica Museum of Art, Bergamot Station houses twenty two galleries in renovated warehouses.
The Getty Center
1200 Getty Center Dr / Los Angeles / 310.440.7300
Be delighted and inspired at the famed museum overlooking Los Angeles
Santa Monica Farmer's Markets
Santa Monica offers four Farmer's Markets with a treasure trove of fine produce and delectable treats
Wednesday, 9am-2pm/Arizona Avenue and 2nd Street
Saturday 8:30am-1pm/Arizona Avenue and 3rd Street.
Saturday 8am-1pm/Pico Boulevard and Cloverfield Avenue
Sunday 9:30a.m-1pm/Main Street and Ocean Park Boulevard
*Santa Monica Pier
Intersection of Ocean and Colorado, Santa Monica / 310.394.8042
No visit to Santa Monica is complete without a visit to the neighborhood’s historic pier and amusement park. The nine-story ferris wheel is the world’s first to run on solar power.
“The Stairs”
San Vicente and 4th Street, Santa Monica
Reach your cardio peak at this fitness enthusiast’s hot spot.
Best Walk: La Mesa in Santa Monica
26th Street and San Vicente, Santa Monica
Enjoy views of Banyan Trees while walking in a cool neighborhood.
Temescal Canyon
Offering some of the best scenic hikes in all of Los Angeles.
*Arcona
425 Broadway Boulevard, Santa Monica / 310.458.3800
Facial treatments with all-natural skincare products.
*Nitespa
490 Santa Clara Avenue, Venice / 310.396.5122
Organic products used in spa treatments at this late-night beauty spot.
*Truyoga
2425 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.829.2420
One of the first entirely green designed yoga centers in LA, built from recycled building products.
Yogaworks
1426 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica / 310.393.5150
Established eighteen years ago in Santa Monica, Yogaworks offers an array of yoga and teaching styles to suit different needs.
For more green resources, please visit www.greenopia.com.
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