November 5, 2025
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65-Year-Old Santa Monica Pastry Shop Closes

Westside Food Scene January 21, 2021 By Kerry Slater Santa Monica Pastry Shop Closes  A beloved Santa Monica pastry shop has closed after 65 years of service.  Last week we reported that Vienna Pastry, located […]

Food Review: A Darn Good but Pricey Burger

Smash burgers done right at Tripp Burgers By Kerry Slater Surrounded by a collection of strip malls, a Westside pop-up stand serves up a damn good but pricey burger. If you’re looking for a gourmet […]

Court Ruling Indicates When Outdoor Dining May Return

Appeals court upholds LA County’s outdoor dining ban By Sam Catanzaro A recent court ruling upholding Los Angeles County’s outdoor dining ban gives some indication when local restaurants may be able to resume al fresco […]

Food Review: Soul-Warming Dumplings Arrive in Santa Monica

Simple yet flavorful soup dumplings from Dan Modern Chinese’s newest location By Kerry Slater A dumpling restaurant recently opened in downtown Santa Monica–its third Westside location–bringing simple yet flavorful Chinese food to the table. This […]