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With the help of Dropkick Murphys’ charity, The Claddagh Fund, Sonny McLean’s Irish Pub at 2615 Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica will host a fundraiser to raise money for the victims of the Boston Marathon tragedy this Sunday, April 21 from 3-6 pm.

Bristol Farms will open in mid-summer 2013 in the location formally occupied by Albertsons, which closed down in February this year.

News, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard, Food

Bristol Farms To Open At 3105 Wilshire Boulevard In Mid-Summer 2013

Posted Apr. 19, 2013, 9:18 am

Bristol Farms announced Thursday it newest store in Santa Monica will open mid-summer 2013 at 3105 Wilshire Boulevard in the location that was formally occupied by Albertsons.

The walk-up Bloody Mary station at Wilshire restaurant’s new Sunday brunch, which is $35 all inclusive.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard, Food

Delicious Delights At Wilshire Restaurant's New Sunday Brunch

Posted Apr. 18, 2013, 8:38 am

While she admits she may be biased, Wilshire restaurant executive chef Nyesha Arrington says her restaurant has the best Sunday brunch on the Westside.

The Charleston features live entertainment and Chef Jet Tila’s take on American comfort food expressed in a menu of shared plates.

Dining, Seven Days, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

The Charleston In Santa Monica Celebrates Its First Birthday On Wilshire Blvd.

Posted Mar. 24, 2013, 9:27 am

The Charleston in Santa Monica is celebrating its first birthday with new food and cocktail menus. Mixologist Matt Martinez has refined the libations while Mike Garber consulted with Chef Jet Tila and head cook Carlos Arizaga to create the new dishes.

Pacshore has acquired this Santa Monica office building at 631 Wilshire Boulevard for $20 million.

News, Real Estate, Business, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

Lionstone Group Sells Building At 631 Wilshire Boulevard For $20 Million

Posted Feb. 8, 2013, 10:48 am

The Lionstone Group has sold its 38,000 square-foot mixed-use building at 631 Wilshire in Santa Monica for $20 million.

Albertson's on Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica will close on Feb. 6, 2013.

News, Business, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

Albertsons At 3105 Wilshire Offering Up To 90 Percent Off; Store Closes Wednesday

Posted Feb. 3, 2013, 9:14 am

Albertsons at 3105 Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica is closing this Wednesday, Feb. 6 with the store offering between 10 and 90 percent off everything, while stocks last.

Fraiche restaurant at 312 Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica has closed, at least temporarily.

News, Dining, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

Fraiche Santa Monica Closes On Wilshire Boulevard

Posted Dec. 28, 2012, 8:59 am

Fraiche restaurant, located at 312 Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica, closed its doors Sunday ending the brand’s Los Angeles presence, according to blog EaterLA.

Revelers party at the 2011 SANTA Monica Pub Crawl.

Seven Days, Third Street Promenade, Main Street, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica Blvd.

SANTA Monica Pub Crawl Returns Tonight, Saturday December 15

Posted Dec. 15, 2012, 1:04 am

The 4th Annual SANTA Monica Pub Crawl will take place tonight, Dec. 15 at the City’s best bars and restaurants to raise money for those in need during the holidays through a partnership with Westside Food Bank.

CrossFit SandBox is a new premiere strength and conditioning facility in Santa Monica.

Health, Seven Days, Fitness, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

Get Into Shape At Santa Monica's New CrossFit Sandbox On Wilshire

Posted Nov. 15, 2012, 12:11 am

As a self-professed hater of plyometrics, I’ve been known to avoid any exercise regime that even comes close to including pull-ups, burpees, or planks. But then again, I’m also aware of the importance of mixing it up – so, when a friend sent me an invite to his recently opened box (term for a crossfit studio) I thought I’d stop in and try it out.

Seven Days, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

The Charleston To Host Jazz Halloween Masquerade Tuesday Night

Posted Oct. 30, 2012, 2:09 am

A Jazz Halloween Masquerade will be held from 6:30-11 p.m. today, Oct. 30 at The Charleston, 2460 Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica. Admission is $20 to be a part of a Halloween Costume Ball that includes Charleston Dance Lesson, passed hors d’oeuvre, and one free drink (beer, house wine, well liquor).

Brü Haus has re-vamped its happy hour menu featuring many new items with price points of $3, $5, and $7.

Dining, West Los Angeles, Wilshire Boulevard, Food

Brü Haus Launches New Hour Happy In Time For Football, Oktoberfest

Posted Sep. 24, 2012, 5:18 am

Just a stone’s throw away from Santa Monica on Wilshire Boulevard is Brü Haus that has one of the best happy hours in town that runs 4-8 p.m. weekdays.

Huckleberry Cafe at 1014 Wilshire Blvd. serves up Thursday Night Family Dinners with three courses.

Dining, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard, Food

Thursday Night Family Dinners A Hit At Huckleberry Cafe

Posted Sep. 19, 2012, 4:01 am

Most of us know Huckleberry as the breakfast/brunch/lunch spot that has a bakery full of bread, cakes, cookies, cupcakes, puddings, and other sugared delights that will make their way into your meal no matter how full you happen to be.

A 42-year-old woman was struck by this car on Wilshire Boulevard just before Centinela outside the BevMo store at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 28. The victim's purse can be seen pictured in front of the car.

News, Santa Monica, Police Department, Wilshire Boulevard

Woman Jaywalker Struck By Car On Wilshire Boulevard In Santa Monica

Posted Aug. 28, 2012, 8:50 am

Santa Monica police closed Wilshire Boulevard at Centinela for nearly three hours Tuesday afternoon after a jaywalking 42-year-old woman was struck by a car at about 1:30 p.m. this afternoon.

Gabor Csupo poses next to local artist Baron Margo’s metal sculpture.

Seven Days, Exhibits, Wilshire Boulevard, Art

'Rugrats' Visionary Opens Gallery, Community Space In Santa Monica

Posted Aug. 15, 2012, 1:58 am

Tucked into a line of shops on Wilshire Boulevard near Third Street, the outside of the newly opened gGallery betrays little of the wonder that lies within.

Dining, Restaurant, Seven Days, Review, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard, Food

The Charleston: Surprising, Delicious, And Memorable

Posted Jun. 13, 2012, 2:06 am

You’re not going to get what you expect at The Charleston – but in such a good way that when you leave, you’ll be feverishly texting all of y...

News, Apb, Santa Monica, Police Department, Wilshire Boulevard

Homeless Woman Arrested After Slapping Police Officer Following 7/11 Incident

Posted Jun. 11, 2012, 1:41 am

On Thursday, May 31, at 1:05 a.m. a patrol officer from the Santa Monica Police Department was on duty in the 7/11 store located at 630 Wilshire Boulevard when a woman suddenly threw a handful of pennies at the store clerk. These pennies struck the clerk in the face and chest.

PacTrust Bank CEO Gregory Mitchell (from left), Santa Monica branch manager Soly Cangarlu, and PacTrust Bank Executive Vice President Gaylin Anderson say the bank is committed to service, choice, value, and trust.

News, Business, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

PacTrust Bank Arrives In Santa Monica On Wilshire Boulevard

Posted Jun. 6, 2012, 2:40 am

The building that previously housed the Honeybaked Ham Co at 2635 Wilshire Blvd. has been given a new lease on life with the arrival of PacTrust Ba...

The recently announced dinner menu includes the Blazing Crispy Chicken (fried chicken, homemade hot sauce, a pile of mixed greens).

Dining, Seven Days, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard, Food

Bru's Wiffle Now Open For Weekday Dinner

Posted May. 31, 2012, 1:57 am

Bright, airy, and accepts reservations, Bru’s Wiffle has more than you think possible at a café that started off with just a list of sweet and s...

News, Restaurant, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

Foie Gras Protestors To Shake Things Up Outside Melisse Tonight In Santa Monica

Posted May. 14, 2012, 4:47 am

Santa Monica restaurant Melisse will take part in a “foie gras battle” against three other Los Angeles restaurants tonight, but members of the ...

City Council voted Tuesday that the 710 Wilshire development will be required to pay hospitality workers $11.29 or $12.54 per hour. Those offered benefits would receive the lower rate.

News, City Council, Development, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

Santa Monica City Council Bends On Living Wage For 710 Wilshire Development

Posted Mar. 26, 2012, 2:15 am

Whenever a developer enters into a development agreement (DA) with the City of Santa Monica, it understands certain concessions must be made before...

News, Business, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

Wilshire West Fine Paper To Close Its Doors On February 29

Posted Feb. 14, 2012, 1:31 am

Wilshire West Fine Paper, the area's largest invitation store, will be ending its long run in Santa Monica on Feb. 29. The longs...

A tasty example of some of the goodies served at Bru’s Wiffle.

Dining, Restaurant, Seven Days, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard, Food

Bru's Wiffle: A Waffle Joint On Wilshire Boulevard

Posted Jan. 11, 2012, 1:05 am

Tired of Googling “places for breakfast in Santa Monica?” Annoyed by the weekend brunch lines? Try Bru’s Wiffle, quite possibly the best plac...

The pizza oven at Milo and Olive cooks a legion of savory pizzas such as pork belly sausage, mixed mushroom, and crispy pepperoni.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard, Food

Fresh And Delicious Fare At Milo And Olive

Posted Jan. 4, 2012, 1:00 am

You can tell when two people love what they do and do what they love – and when the subject is food and the duo is husband and wife team Josh Loe...

News, Apb, Santa Monica, Police Department, Wilshire Boulevard

Santa Monica Police Arrest Drunk Driver On Wilshire Boulevard

Posted Jan. 4, 2012, 12:57 am

On Saturday, Dec. 24, at 12:55 p.m. officers of the Santa Monica Police Department were traveling in the 400 block of Wilshire Boulevard when they ...

This year’s pub crawlers helped triple the amount raised for Westside Food Bank.

News, Downtown, Business, Video, Holiday, Third Street Promenade, Main Street, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

Santa Monica Pub Crawl Provides For Westside Food Bank

Posted Dec. 20, 2011, 7:30 am

Wilshire Boulevard, Main St. and Downtown Santa Monica were filled with holiday spirit on Saturday night for the third annual Santa Monica Pub Craw...

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