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DINING

BEST OF THE WESTSIDE

BEST RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE

TONY P’S

DOCKSIDE GRILL

4445 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey www.tonyps.com

Conveniently located near LAX, Tony P’s Dockside Grill is the perfect spot to grab a bite, relax, and watch the boats pass in the marina. The restaurant, started by Dan Ringwood and Tony Palermo, has served American classics since 1997 and offers steaks, daily seafood specials, pasta dishes and vegetarian options. Patio seating offers harbor views, and the bar is equipped with countless TVs for those hoping to catch a game. Tony P’s Dockside Grill recently earned its 10th consecutive California Gold Award from the Southern California Restaurant Writers Association.

READER RECOMMENDED PLAYA PROVISIONS

119 Culver Boulevard, Playa del Rey www.playaprovisions.com

READER RECOMMENDED J NICHOLS KITCHEN

4375 Glencoe Avenue, Marina del Rey www.jnicholskitchen.com

BEST NEW RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE DEAR JANE’S

13950 Panay Way, Marina del Rey www.dearjanesla.com

From the culinary team that brought you Dear John’s in Culver City comes Dear Jane’s. Whereas Dear John’s specializes in all things steak, Dear Jane’s brings everything seafood, befitting its waterfront location on the marina. Dear Jane’s menu harkens back to the legendary seafood restaurants of the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s with items like oysters Rockefeller, surf and turf, and crêpes Suzette. The atmosphere of old glamour is furthered with roaming carts of tableside shrimp Louie salad, hand-mixed tartare, professionally fileted whole fish and classic caviar service. The restaurant opened in 2022 and was one of a half-dozen added to the California Michelin Guide in 2023.

READER RECOMMENDED

CASA 12

12 Washington Boulevard, Marina del Rey www.casa12ristorante.com

READER RECOMMENDED

MOM, PLEASE

13151 Fountain Park Drive, Playa Vista www.mom-please.com

BEST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE

CAFFE PINGUINI

6935 Pacific Avenue, Playa del Rey www.caffepinguini.com

Located a block from the beach, Caffe Pinguini is perfect for a romantic evening. It offers authentic Italian cuisine, thanks to recipes that owners Tony and Enrico brought from their native Italy. Specials, sometimes up to 12, rotate daily depending on seasonal harvests, and pizza doughs and pastas are made inhouse. Diners can feast on broiled mozzarella and sauteed shiitake mushrooms, followed by pizza topped with mushrooms, mozzarella and prosciutto, veal scallopine, and filet mignon with a white truffle cream sauce. For dessert, try a classic tiramisu.

READER RECOMMENDED C&O CUCINA

3016 Washington Boulevard, Marina del Rey www.candorestaurants.com

READER RECOMMENDED CANTALINI’S SALERNO BEACH RESTAURANT

193 Culver Boulevard, Playa del Rey www.salernobeach.com

BEST DINING VIEW

1ST PLACE

SALT RESTAURANT & BAR

13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey www.marinadelreyhotel.com

Salt Restaurant and Bar at the Marina del Rey Hotel offers sweeping views of the marina. The menu explores simple favorites with modern twists made with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farmers markets. Diners can enjoy the signature creamy hummus complemented with California avocado and the Maine lobster pasta served on a bed of udon noodles in a brown butter sauce.

READER RECOMMENDED THE WAREHOUSE

4499 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey www.mdrwarehouse.com

READER RECOMMENDED WHISKEY RED’S

13813 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey www.whiskeyreds.com

BEST BREAKFAST/BRUNCH

1ST PLACE

J NICHOLS KITCHEN

4375 Glencoe Avenue, Marina Del Rey www.jnicholskitchen.com

J. Nichols Kitchen opened as a diner in 1974 and has been serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner since. The locally owned establishment is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The neighborhood hub specializes in homemade recipes with fresh ingredients from purveyors: St. Louis special ribs from Niman Ranch smoked in-house, handmade corned beef hash, house-smoked salmon, and Havana chicken with roasted free-range Mary’s birds.

READER RECOMMENDED BLUEY’S MARKET & CAFÉ

1814 Berkeley Street, Santa Monica www.blueyskitchen.com

READER RECOMMENDED LUNETTA ALL DAY

2420 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.lunettasm.com

BEST SEASIDE RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE

TONY P’S DOCKSIDE GRILL

4445 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey www.tonyps.com

Located on the marina, Tony P’s Dockside Grill has a full waterfront view to watch passing boats and marine life while grabbing a bite. The restaurant offers daily seafood specials, along with other steaks, pasta dishes and vegetarian options. Patrons can enjoy the harbor view on the patio or head into the bar to catch a sports

game on one of the many TVs. The restaurant, founded in 1997 by Dan Ringwood and Tony Palermo, recently earned its 10th consecutive California Gold Award from the Southern California Restaurant Writers Association.

READER RECOMMENDED SALT RESTAURANT AND BAR

13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey www.marinadelreyhotel.com/salt-restaurant

READER RECOMMENDED KILLER SHRIMP

4211 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey www.killershrimp.com

BEST INDEPENDENT COFFEEHOUSE

1ST PLACE ALANA’S COFFEE ROASTERS

12511 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles www.alanascoffeeroasters.com

Founded by Eric Stogsdill and Erin Ward, Alana’s Coffee Roasters is more than just a coffee shop. It features on-site coffee roasting with a rotation of organic mirco-batch coffees roasted daily along with espresso, other brewed coffee, and fresh pastries from local bakeries. Involved in the specialty coffee industry for over 10 years, Stogsdill began his roasting venture out of his garage and sold his coffee at farmers markets in West LA, Culver City and Redondo Beach. In addition to the ample seating area in front, the coffee shop has a back patio with tables and a small RV, adding to the atmosphere.

READER RECOMMENDED TANNER’S COFFEE CO.

4342 Sepulveda Boulevard, Culver City www.tannerscoffeecompany.com

READER RECOMMENDED THE COW’S END CAFÉ

34 Washington Boulevard, Venice Beach www.thecowsendcafe.com

Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee supplies classic and innovative flavors to doughnut and coffee lovers in Santa Monica.

“BEST LATE NIGHT EATS!”

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BEST DELI/SANDWICH SHOP

1ST

PLACE

BAY CITIES ITALIAN DELI & BAKERY

1517 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica www.bcdeli.com

Since 1925, Bay Cities Italian Deli and Bakery has been a one-stop shop for all things Italian, serving up authentic specialties like freshly made pasta, bread and rolls. The bakery and deli offer catering services for special occasions, and those who want to cook at home can purchase products at the shop’s gourmet market, selling imported and domestic groceries, including cheese, wine and homeware.

READER RECOMMENDED FROMIN’S

1832 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.frominsdeli.com

READER RECOMMENDED OLIVE IT

6231 W. 87th Street, Los Angeles www.oliveit.com

BEST INDEPENDENT LOCAL STEAKHOUSE

1ST PLACE

GEORGE PETRELLI FAMOUS STEAKS

5615 Sepulveda Boulevard, Culver City www.georgepetrellisteaks.com

George Petrelli Steak House has been a staple in Culver City for over 90 years. It was founded in 1931 by Joe Petrelli as Petrelli’s Airport Café. Numerous family members worked in the business, including George Petrelli, a meat cutter by trade who immigrated from Italy. George took over the business in 1995, changing the menu’s name and focus to steak. The restaurant serves an array of cuts from porterhouse to ribeye to tomahawk steaks.

READER RECOMMENDED CHEZ JAY

1657 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica www.chezjays.com

READER RECOMMENDED AMERICAN BEAUTY

425 Rose Avenue, Venice www.americanbeauty.la

BEST COMFORT FOOD

1ST

PLACE

WURSTKUCHE RESTAURANT VENICE BEACH

625 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice www.wurstkuche.com

Wurstkuche serves quintessential German food: sausages. The sausages range from classic pork, chicken and beef bratwursts to exotic flavors like buffalo, rattlesnake and rabbit. Vegetarians are welcome, too. The menu sports three meat-free sausage options. To wash it all down is a wide selection of beer and ale on tap and bottles.

READER RECOMMENDED RONNIE’S DINER

12740 Culver Boulevard, Los Angeles www.ronniesdiner.com

READER RECOMMENDED RAE’S RESTAURANT 2901 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.facebook.com/raesrestaurant

BEST SEAFOOD

1ST PLACE

SANTA

MONICA SEAFOOD MARKET & CAFÉ

1000 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.santamonicaseafood.com

Santa Monica Seafood was founded on the Santa Monica Pier by Jack and Frank Deluca, selling fresh fish to restaurants and locals. For the next 42 years, the brothers worked to build Santa Monica Seafood into one of Southern California’s top seafood distributors. The company still sells directly to consumers at its cafe and market, which features one of the largest selections of fresh fish, live shellfish and frozen seafood in the Southwest. The market also features smoked seafood, caviar, seafood soups, salads and imported specialty seafood items. At the adjoining cafe, customers can enjoy fresh seafood dishes, soups, sandwiches, salads, beer and wine, along with raw oysters, clams and crab from the oyster bar.

READER RECOMMENDED KILLER SHRIMP

4211 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey www.killershrimp.com

READER RECOMMENDED TANGAROA FISH MARKET

12604 W. Washington Boulevard, Culver City www.tfmraw.com

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BEST PIZZA

1ST PLACE

SAMPA’S PIZZA CAFÉ

534 Washington Boulevard, Marina del Rey www.sampaspizza.com

For those craving pizza and gourmet coffee, Sampa’s Pizza Café is the place to be. The pizza cafe serves three categories of pizza: classic Italian, traditional American and festive Brazilian pizza, a nod to the establishment’s Brazilian roots. Sampa’s takes cues from the pizza scene in Sao Paulo, the second-largest pizzaconsuming city in the world after New York City. In addition to pizza, the cafe serves organic coffee, exotic teas, pastries and breakfast sandwiches for morning commuters.

READER RECOMMENDED THE GOOD PIZZA

8115 W. Manchester Avenue, Playa Del Rey www.thegoodpizza.com

READER RECOMMENDED

ABBOT’S PIZZA COMPANY

1407 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Los Angeles www.abbotspizzaco.com

BEST BARBECUE

1ST PLACE

BABY BLUES BBQ

444 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice www.babybluesbbq.com

From ribs to sandwiches and brisket, Baby Blues BBQ has a wide selection of barbecue with a broad regional focus. Baby Blues BBQ’s Southern-inspired meals have been featured on the Food Network and the Travel Channel and has received recognition from Zagat, Best of Citysearch and City’s Best. Based in Los Angeles, the restaurant has two other locations in San Francisco and Philadelphia. The Venice location is temporarily closed after a fire broke out in August 2022.

READER RECOMMENDED MAPLE BLOCK MEAT CO. 3973 Sepulveda Boulevard, Culver City www.mapleblockmeat.com

READER RECOMMENDED HOLY COW, SANTA MONICA 264 26th Street, Santa Monica www.holycowbbq.com

BEST BURGER

1ST PLACE

THE SHACK

185 Culver Boulevard, Los Angeles www.shackpdr.com

A classic sports bar, The Shack was purchased by the current owners in 1972 and is still reliable. The retro décor reflects the bar’s long-standing position in the neighborhood. Sundays are especially popular at the bar, when fans come out to watch football games and eat specialty hot link-topped burgers and beer on tap. Other specialty burgers on the menu include guacamole and pineapple burgers for more adventurous eaters.

READER RECOMMENDED HINANO CAFÉ

15 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles www.hinanocafevenice.com

READER RECOMMENDED HOWARD’S FAMOUS BACON & AVOCADO BURGERS

11127 Venice Beach, Los Angeles www.lunettasm.com www.howardsfamousbaconandavocadoburgers losangeles.bestcafes.online

BEST TACO

1ST PLACE

TITO’S TACOS

1222 Washington Place, Culver City www.titostacos.com

Since 1959, Tito’s Tacos has provided customers with authentic Mexican food prepared fresh daily, including crunchy tacos, enchiladas, cups of horchata, and freshly fried chips. On a slow day, Tito’s serves 3,000 to 5,000 of its bestselling crunchy tacos filled with shredded beef, cheddar cheese and iceberg lettuce. On a busy day, the restaurant pumps out around 8,000.

READER RECOMMENDED TACOS POR FAVOR

1408 Olympic Boulevard, Santa Monica www.tacosporfavor.us

READER RECOMMENDED PACO’S TACOS

4141 S. Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles www.pacoscantina.com

BEST FISH AND CHIPS

1ST PLACE

YE OLDE KING’S HEAD

116 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica www.yeoldekingshead.com

The Ye Olde King’s Head in Santa Monica feels more like a quaint London pub than sunny California eatery. The British-style spot serves classic dishes like flakey fish and chips and traditional Sunday roasts. After nearly five decades in business, the business has grown to include a gift shop, bakery, coffee shop and afternoon tea.

READER RECOMMENDED TONY P’S DOCKSIDE GRILL

4445 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey www.tonyps.com

READER RECOMMENDED TANGAROA FISH MARKET

12604 W. Washington Boulevard, Culver City www.tfmraw.com

BEST CONTEMPORARY CALIFORNIA

1ST PLACE

THE ROSE VENICE

220 Rose Avenue, Venice www.therosevenice.la

In the heart of Venice, The Rose Venice has been serving fresh farm food since 1979. With chef Jason Neroni at the helm, the restaurant focuses on Southern California farm-to-table cuisine with an international influence, including gluten-free and vegan options. The operation includes a bakery that celebrates and reconceptualizes classic American pastries. The sprawling space includes indoor and outdoor seating with a beer garden, a full market and bakery, Verve Coffee bar and a 40-foot cocktail bar.

READER RECOMMENDED J NICHOLS KITCHEN

4375 Glencoe Avenue, Marina del Rey www.jnicholskitchen.com

READER RECOMMENDED GREAT WHITE

1604 Pacific Avenue, Los Angeles www.greatwhite.cafe

BEST HOTEL RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE

CAST & PLOW AT THE RITZ-CARLTON

4375 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey www.ritzcarlton.com

The Cast and Plow Restaurant inside The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey offers contemporary farm-to-table California cuisine with small plates and waterfront views. The restaurant features cozy firepit tables upon request and a full bar open until 11:30 p.m. On the weekend, guests flock to Sunday and Saturday brunch.

READER RECOMMENDED SALT RESTAURANT AND BAR AT MARINA DEL REY HOTEL 13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey www.marinadelreyhotel.com

READER RECOMMENDED 1 PICO AT SHUTTERS ON THE BEACH

1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.shuttersonthebeach.com

BEST FAMILY-STYLE ITALIAN RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE

C&O CUCINA

3016 Washington Boulevard, Marina Del Rey www.candorestaurants.com

C&O Cucina has a rich Mediterranean history, starting as a Greek deli called Cheese and Olive in 1969, morphing into a casual Italian eatery in 1992 by the Singer family. The restaurant is a prime party location, with semi-private dining rooms and dishes served family-style. Or take the party home and order C&O Cucina catering for any special occasion.

READER RECOMMENDED CANTALINI’S SALERNO BEACH RESTAURANT

193 Culver Boulevard, Playa Del Rey www.salernobeach.com

READER RECOMMENDED ALEJO’S PRESTO TRATTORIA

8343 Lincoln Boulevard, Los Angeles www.alejosrestaurant.com

BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE

PACO’S TACOS

6212 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles www.pacoscantina.com

Westchester is home to Paco’s Tacos, a cantina that serves margaritas with premium tequila and authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. The comic-style menus feature wet burritos, tacos and specialty burritos and tostadas. Everything is made fresh to order, including the delicious fresh tortillas that keep customers returning.

READER RECOMMENDED CASABLANCA

220 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice www.casablancarestaurant.net/menu

READER RECOMMENDED GILBERT’S EL INDIO

2526 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.gilbertselindio.com

BEST OF THE WESTSIDE DINING

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BEST MEDITERRANEAN

1ST PLACE Z GARDEN MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE

2350 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.zgardensantamonica.com

Z Garden Mediterranean Cuisine is a family-owned restaurant that provides the community with authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. The menu features various appetizers and house specialties, including hummus, grape leaves, kibbeh croquettes, lemon chicken, lamb shank and grilled salmon. Pair dessert with Arabic coffee or Moroccan tea and be transported from Santa Monica to the Middle East.

READER RECOMMENDED

NAAB MEDITERRANEAN 15826 Ventura Boulevard, Los Angeles www.naabcafe.com

READER RECOMMENDED

ELA GREEK EATS

307 Lincoln Boulevard, Los Angeles www.elagreekeats.com

BEST THAI RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE NATALEE THAI

10101 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles www.nataleethai.com

With large windows and modern architecture, Natalee Thai melds a traditional Thai food experience with the atmosphere of a bustling metropolis. Natalee Thai serves classics like pad thai; yellow curry; and kha moo, a slowcooked, flavorful stew. Natalee Thai has an additional location in Beverley Hills.

READER RECOMMENDED

AYARA THAI

6245 W. 87th Street, Los Angeles www.arayathai.com

READER RECOMMENDED

THAI TALAY

8411 Lincoln Boulevard, Los Angeles www.thethaitalay.com

BEST DOUGHNUTS OR BAKERY

1ST PLACE

SIDECAR DOUGHNUTS & COFFEE

631 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.sidecardoughnuts.com

Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee is a highend coffee shop that keeps the community caffeinated and hydrated. But that’s not all. The doughnut emporium donates doughnuts to local shelters and food banks and collaborates with nonprofits, including Color of Change, Habitat for Humanity and the Ecology Center, through a program called SideCares. Its seven locations throughout Southern California all serve the “World’s Freshest Doughnuts.”

READER RECOMMENDED DK’S DONUTS & BAKERY

1614 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica www.dksdonuts.com

READER RECOMMENDED HUCKLEBERRY BAKERY & CAFÉ

1014 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.huckleberrycafe.com

BEST ICE CREAM/GELATO

1ST PLACE

GINGER’S

DIVINE ICE CREAM & POPS

12550 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles www.gingersicecreams.com

Ginger’s Divine Ice Cream and Pops is serving up unexpected flavors in Culver City. Flavors range from whiskey and cocoa to a smoky take on rocky road ice cream. The shop also has multiple vegan options. Ginger’s is a family-owned and community-based business that serves its neighbors, whether eating at the store or picking up a pint or quart of ice cream and taking it home.

READER RECOMMENDED SWEET ROSE CREAMERY

2726 Main Street, Santa Monica www.sweetrosecreamery.com

READER RECOMMENDED CAPRI GELATO & COFFEE BAR 1034 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach www.caprigelato.com

BEST BARGAIN EATS

1ST PLACE

TITO’S

TACOS

1222 Washington Place, Culver City www.titostacos.com

There aren’t many places to get a taco with chips and salsa for under $6, but at Tito’s Tacos, it’s a given. The authentic Mexican eatery’s classic taco with chips and salsa will run customers $5.70. The bestselling crunchy tacos are filled with shredded beef, cheddar cheese and iceberg lettuce. On a slow day, the restaurant will serve 3,000 to 5,000 tacos, and on busy days, upward of 8,000.

READER RECOMMENDED BENNY’S TACOS

10401 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles www.bennystacos.com

READER RECOMMENDED HINANO CAFÉ

15 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles www.hinanocafevenice.com

BEST HEALTH FOOD STORE

1ST PLACE

RAINBOW ACRES NATURAL FOODS

13208 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles www.rainbowacresca.com

Since 1981, Rainbow Acres Natural Foods has been a staple local health food store in LA. The store features a deli, juice bar, supplements, herbs and other items, like skin care and pet supplies. A certified nutritionist and herbalist walk the floor, providing expert advice in the wellness department. This mom-and-pop shop seeks to instill healthy lifestyles and soul into its community.

READER RECOMMENDED CO-OPPORTUNITY SANTA MONICA

1525 Broadway, Santa Monica www.coopporunity.com

READER RECOMMENDED TEHRAN MARKET

1417 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.instagram.com

BEST FARMERS MARKET

1ST PLACE

MAR VISTA FARMERS MARKET

12198 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles www.marvistafarmersmarket.org

Mar Vista Farmers Market provides fresh flowers, fruits and vegetables from Southern Californian farms directly to local tables. More than just food, the market features music, kids art, cooking and food vendors, as well as a free dog-sitting service for those attending. The year-round Sunday market welcomes families and neighbors for a weekly community gathering. Mar Vista Farmers Market is a Certified Farmers Market Program member, meaning produce is brought to the market directly from farms.

READER RECOMMENDED SANTA MONICA FARMERS MARKET

2640 Main Street, Santa Monica www.santamonica.com

READER RECOMMENDED MARINA DEL REY FARMERS MARKET

County Parking Lot No. 11 at Via Marina and Panay Way, Marina del Rey www.visitmdr.com

BEST FISH TACO

1ST PLACE

BAJA CALIFORNIA TACOS

10831 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles www.bajacaliforniatacos.com

As its name suggests, Baja California Tacos serves up tacos, ceviche soups, fish and seafood cocktails. It’s affordable, and authentic Baja-style cuisine is also available via party plates and catering for large events. The taco spot has locations in Venice and in Downtown.

READER RECOMMENDED BLUE PLATE TACO 1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica www.blueplatetaco.com

READER RECOMMENDED TANGAROA FISH MARKET

12604 W. Washington Boulevard, Culver City www.tfmraw.com

BEST FRENCH RESTAURANT

1ST PLACE

MÉLISSE

1104 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.citrinandmelisse.com

Mélisse is a two-Michelin-starred restaurant where the guests are thrust into an intimate dining experience in a combined kitchen and 14-seat dining space. Sommeliers and chefs walk the floor to help usher the guests on a grand culinary adventure. Chefs Josiah and Takayama source high-quality ingredients from across California, from San Diego to Napa Valley, entangling global flavors for a world-class dining experience.

READER RECOMMENDED MEET IN PARIS FRENCH BISTRO

9727 Culver Boulevard, Culver City www.meetinparisla.com

READER RECOMMENDED LE PETIT CHEZ MIMI

2842 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica www.lepetitchezmimi.restaurant

When you walk into Caffé Pinguini you can be assured of a warm Italian greeting courtesy of owner Tony.

Tony, who hails from Rome, has been running the restaurant since 1997, featuring daily food specials, hand-tossed pizzas,

bread, delicious pastas and a number of simply prepared chicken, fish and veal dishes.

• Home-made Pastas

• Romantic Dining by the Beach

• Specializing in Seafood

• Indoor and Open-Air Patio Seating

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1ST PLACE THE BUTCHER’S DAUGHTER

1205 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice www.thebutchersdaughter.com

Contrary to its name, the Butcher’s Daughter in Venice is to vegetables as a butcher is to meat. The menu is entirely vegetarian and includes a variety of gluten-free and vegan options, which rotate daily. The restaurant serves up breakfast,

lunch, dinner and weekend brunches, including Wild Wine Wednesdays, with half-off wine bottles and $10 wine by the glass. The restaurant is spreading its vegetable gospel across the county with additional locations throughout the United States.

READER RECOMMENDED SAMOSA HOUSE

2301 Main Street, Santa Monica www.samosahouse.com

READER RECOMMENDED SATDHA PLANT-BASED THAI KITCHEN

2218 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica www.satdhakitchen.com

NIGHTLIFE & ENTERTAINMENT

BEST OF THE WESTSIDE

BEST HAPPY HOUR

1ST PLACE

TONY P’S

DOCKSIDE

GRILL

4445 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey www.tonyps.com

The bar at Tony P’s Dockside Grill is vast with more than 100 beers from all over the world, including 16 California breweries, more than 25 wines by the glass, as well as a variety of original and traditional mixed drinks. Patrons can enjoy drink discounts during daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday. The happy hour menu also includes bar snacks like pizza, potato skins and nachos.

READER RECOMMENDED SANTA MONICA BREW WORKS 1920 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica www.santamonicabrewworks.com

READER RECOMMENDED CINCO

7241 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles www.cincola.com

BEST SPORTS BAR

1ST PLACE

MO’S PLACE

203 Culver Boulevard, Playa del Rey www.mosplacepdr.com

Mo Krant has been the proprietor of Mo’s place for the past two decades. The Playa del Rey institution offers an extensive and expansive menu, which includes everything from quesadillas to tuna melts to giant burritos. The sports bar hosts Sunday Super Bowl parties, and there is always a chance Mo will show up, oftentimes in a silly costume.

READER RECOMMENDED YE OLDE KING’S HEAD

116 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica www.yeoldekingshead.com

READER RECOMMENDED THE SHACK

185 Culver Boulevard, Playa del Rey www.shackpdr.com

BEST DIVE BAR

1ST PLACE HINANO

CAFÉ

15 Washington Boulevard, Venice www.hinanocafevenice.com

Located in Venice, Hinano Café has been a Westside staple since 1969. The bar is open from 8 a.m. to midnight every day, except for Christmas and Thanksgiving. This cash-only bar is just blocks from the Venice Beach pier and serves locals and travelers from across the globe. Though the establishment does not serve liquor, frosty beers and wine can be paired with classic American diner food like breakfast omelets and chili dogs. With three pool tables, free popcorn, a jukebox, a full college and NFL cable sports package, and plenty of screens, Hinano Cafe is a good time just waiting to happen.

READER RECOMMENDED CHEZ JAY

1657 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica www.chezjays.com

READER RECOMMENDED PRINCE O’WHALES

334 Culver Boulevard, Playa del Rey www.princeowhales.com

BEST HOTEL BAR

1ST PLACE

HOTEL CASA DEL MAR

1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica www.hotelcasadelmar.com

Hotel Casa del Mar, a luxury beachfront hotel, is home to the Grand Lobby Lounge, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean. After a day of beaching or exploring, guests and locals can bask in the glowing light of the setting sun and enjoy live music along with artisanal cocktails, wine and small bites before enjoying dinner at the hotel’s restaurant Terrazza, which serves Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

READER RECOMMENDED HIGH ROOFTOP LOUNGE

1697 Pacific Avenue, Los Angeles www.hotelerwin.com/food-drink/high-rooftoplounge

READER RECOMMENDED SALT RESTAURANT AND BAR

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BEST WINE BAR

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BACARI PDR

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Bacari PdR is a Venetian-inspired restaurant offering small plates and a menu of curated wines, cocktails and beers from around the world. The bar hosts private parties and encourages reservations, although it also accepts walk-ins, even on its busiest nights. The bar has a $25, 90-minute open bar special for those interested in the curated drinks menu. The establishment is run by the Kronfli Brothers, a group of expanding family-owned restaurants in LA.

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BEST LOCAL BREWERY

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FIRESTONE WALKER BREWING COMPANY

3205 Washington Boulevard, Marina Del Rey www.firestonebeer.com

Firestone Walker Brewing Company was founded by brothers-in-law Adam Firestone and David Walker, who set up their first brewery in a shed at the back of their family vineyard in search of making the perfect beer. Twenty-five years later, their operation has expanded to include multiple locations throughout California. From IPAs and ales to lagers, Firestone Walker has developed an expansive repertoire of beers. The Venice taproom has a menu perfectly coupled with beer and the ambiance of a gastropub. The adjoining bar sports limited-edition beers exclusive to its Venice location.

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BEST LATE-NIGHT EATS

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Johnnie’s Pastrami has been a Culver City institution since 1952, when brothers Eddie and Eli Passy decided to open up shop. In addition to pastrami, the deli serves corned beef sandwiches; burgers; hot dogs; melts; and a slew of sides, including coleslaw, fries and onion rings.

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HINANO CAFE

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BEST DANCE CLUB

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THE ROOM SANTA MONICA

1325 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica www.circa93.com

Located on the Western edge of Santa Monica Boulevard, The Room Santa Monica is the place to be for those looking to get out on the dance floor. The candle-lit cocktail lounge is only open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, hosting weekend warriors and a nightly DJ, spinning top 40 hits intermingled with hip-hop jams. Off the dance floor, guests can pick up signature cocktails and food served late.

READER RECOMMENDED HIGH ROOFTOP LOUNGE 1697 Pacific Avenue, Venice www.hotelerwin.com

READER RECOMMENDED MELODY BAR AND GRILL

9132 S. Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles www.melodylax.com

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TAVERN ON MAIN SANTA MONICA

2907 Main Street, Santa Monica www.tavernonmainsm.com

Tavern on Main Santa Monica is a hub for drinks, sports and entertainment. Patrons can enjoy classic pub food like tacos, burgers and wings while watching the latest sports games on over 20 TVs. The bar features secret

menus, late-night happy hour and weekly Friday DJ sets. The bar hosts live music on Sundays, and football fans stream in on Mondays to watch games.

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Since 1997, owners Tony Palermo and Dan Ringwood have been serving American classics at their waterfront restaurant, Tony P’s Dockside Grill.

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Based in Santa Monica, Sweat 60 was born from founder Kevin Atkinson’s desire to create a community-focused fitness and strength gym that combines personalized programs, coaching and guidance. The three pillars of Sweat 60’s methodology are mind, body and results. The gym’s workouts are designed with a systematic approach focusing on mobility, strength, conditioning, nutrition, sleep and recovery using measurements like progress photos, body fat analysis, nutritional monitoring and meal prep services to track results.

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Sitting along Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica Yoga offers a range of in-studio, outdoor or livestream classes for experienced students and beginners. The studio also holds classes at the Annenberg Community Beach House led by teacher Cindy Fraser. The mission of Santa Monica Yoga is to provide “yoga for everyone,” guided by experienced instructors who have taught students from all walks of life.

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THE STUDIO (MDR)

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Dotted across the westside, The Studio (MdR) specializes in Sebastien Lagree’s Pilates-inspired workout “Lagree Fitness,” a total-body program that blends Pilates, cardio training and weight-bearing activity. The 45-minute workout is done on exercise machines called Megaformers that provide constant resistance and allow the body to shift quickly and smoothly from one exercise to another, increasing the heart rate and blood flow. The Studio (MdR)’s aim is to offer clients a world-class workout and a welcoming community.

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Marina Martial Arts provides in-person and online classes for children and adults, along with a “Lil’ Dragons” preschool class and a “Kickboxing Plus” program. The studio has been a family-run institution since it was founded in 1973 by Master K. Choong Han. Fifteen years later, the school was passed on to one of his most senior students, Keith M. Jones. Marina Martial Arts is co-owned by Debbie A. Jones and annually donates over $1,000 in gift certificates to local schools and nonprofits.

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ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO

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Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Santa Monica is part of the one of the largest ballroom dance franchises in the world, with over 270 studios in 22 countries. The studio specializes in more than 30 styles of dance, from waltz and swing to salsa and tango. Newcomers will start to learn to dance on their first lesson and leave with a plan of action for the next few sessions.

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UCLA MEDICAL CENTER SANTA MONICA

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UCLA Medical Center Santa Monica was opened in 1926 by local physicians Drs. William S. Mortensen and August B. Hromadka as the city’s first hospital. Designed by architect Robert A.M. Stern, the 281bed medical center campus includes the Nethercutt Emergency Center, which treats more than 50,000 patients annually and serves as Santa Monica’s only emergency department approved for pediatric care; the BirthPlace, a maternity center that delivers around 1,500 babies each year; and the 25bed pediatrics unit, which operates as a unit of UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital and serves as Santa Monica’s only inpatient unit for pediatric care.

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Holiday Celebration FEATURES

Ice at Santa Monica returns Downtown

By Argonaut Staff

Downtown Santa Monica Inc. will celebrate the holidays with an array of festive offerings, including the Ice at Santa Monica, presented by Netflix, skating rink.

Produced in partnership with LAbased Willy Bietak Productions, the ice rink will transform the corner of Fifth Street and Arizona Avenue into a winter wonderland.

The rink opens Wednesday, Nov. 1, and will be open 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays until Monday, Jan. 15.

In addition to regular hours, the rink will offer extended hours from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Dec. 15 to Dec. 30.

This year’s ice rink will feature treats and concessions by Ugo Trattoria and Stefano’s Pizzeria, available for purchase; a rinkside fire pit experience with

artisan s’mores kits by S’moreology; private party tent rentals; plus a diverse lineup of special events and themed skate nights.

Admission is $22 for a 60-minute session. It includes skate rental. For more information on Ice at Santa Monica, tickets and party rentals, visit 310-8074822 or visit www.iceatsantamonica. com.

The grand opening celebration is 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, with free ice skating after the ceremony, during the 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. skate sessions.

Other days have themes: ABBA Disco Night (Nov. 15), Pride Night (Nov. 22), Holiday Pet Pageant (Nov. 29), Ugly Holiday Sweater (Dec. 6), Taylor’s Birthday (Dec. 13), ¡Y soy Rebelde! (Dec. 20), SaMo Night (Dec. 27), Beyhive Ball (Jan. 3) and K-Pop Party (Jan. 10).

Other holiday programming includes the tree-lighting ceremony at 6 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 16; Holiday Conscious Market from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2; Hanukkah in Santa Monica Thursday, Dec. 7, to Thursday, Dec. 14; Ring in the New Year; East Coast Count-

down Celebration 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 31.

For more information about holiday happenings in Downtown Santa Monica, visit www.downtownsm.com.

Downtown Santa Monica Inc.’s Ice at Santa Monica returns, thanks to Netflix and Willy Bietak Productions.

All Aboard! FEATURES

Halloween Boat Parade returns for its 2nd year

By Kylie Werner Argonaut Staff Writer

The Halloween Boat Parade returns, bringing frightful and spooktacular fun to Marina del Rey waters.

Craig Malone — known as Dr. Capt. Commodore Craig — said the event’s

goal is to bring families and the community together while decorating their vessels.

“It’s great for kids of all ages and for adults who just love to go out on a boat with their significant other or whomever,” said Malone, president of the Halloween Boat Parade Committee. “It’s a great way to do something for them for

Halloween.”

Malone encourages viewers and participants to channel their inner Jack Sparrow for the parade on Saturday, Oct. 28.

Three years ago, organizers were inspired by the yacht club’s Holiday Boat Parade to start the Halloween Boat Parade. Malone said it was the perfect event to celebrate Halloween, and far enough from the Hoiday Boat Parade that it wouldn’t interfere.

“People last year were like, ‘Oh my God, what the heck? Did you see that pirate ship go by?’ So last year Capt. Richard won with his boat, and he has a 42foot sailboat that was totally pirated out,” Malone said.

To enter a boat, visit www. halloweenboatparade.com. There’s a $25 suggested entry fee, but it’s not required. The donations benefit Autism Speaks and Spirit Halloween’s charity called Children’s Spirit.

“They sell these rubber wristbands, and the donation goes to children’s hospitals all across the country,” Malone said. “Those wristbands are under $2, and they’ve raised over $1.5 million nationally. … And then locally, it goes to UCLA Children’s Hospital.”

The partnership between Spirit Halloween and the boat parade started when Malone visited the store in Marina del Rey and talked to the manager, gave him flyers to put on the counter, and asked to interview him. Spirit Halloween jumped onboard.

“(The) stores have everything, so go get your boat lights there, go get your

costumes there. It’s an amazing store,” Malone said.

The theme of the Halloween Boat Parade this year is “Hola Halloween,” a reference to the Day of the Dead. The grand marshal is Kirk Hawkins of KTLA 5. Sponsors include Tony P’s Dockside Grill, which will provide gift cards for the parade’s awards. There will also be merchandise for the parade and gift cards from other locations.

Among the awards are best costume, best lights, spookiest and best overall.

In addition to the parade there will also be a dock party for the judges and the committee members. Malone is looking forward to bringing guests aboard his boat.

Going forward, Malone is hoping to make a weekend out of the Halloween Boat Parade and add a concert.

Malone wants as many boats as possible so encourages any boaters to go registered online at the website and join the parade.

“The Halloween Boat Parade is real, and it’s spooktacular,” Malone said, spoofing a well-known “Seinfeld” line.

Halloween Boat Parade

WHERE: Marina del Rey WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 COST: Free admission INFO: halloweenboatparade@ gmail.com, www. halloweenboatparade.com

Viewers and participants are encouraged to channel their inner Jack Sparrow for the event.

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FEATURES

‘The Phoenix’ Rises

Choreographer transforms fantasy into reality in new ballet

By Bridgette M. Redman Argonaut Contributing Writer

Adalliance with some of the most iconic fantasy movies inspired Chasen Greenwood, a ballet artist who founded The Realm Company, to write his first full-length story ballet, a tale of love, coming of age, mysticism and rebirth.

Fresh off choreographing the Al Pacino movie “Billy Knight,” Greenwood was watching a Harry Potter movie when he was captivated by a scene with Fawke, Albus Dumbledore’s phoenix. He started to write. Then, he binged on all the Harry Potter movies, the “Lord of the Rings” movies and the “Hobbit” series and wrote some more.

He spent the whole summer writing, and the result was “The Phoenix.” The family-friendly ballet tells the story of a young phoenix who goes into the forest with her mother and is captured by an enchantress and her minions.

The ballet premiered at Westside Ballet’s Black Box Theatre on Oct. 22 with another performance scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 29.

“The Phoenix” follows the travails of the young phoenix from her capture through her rebirth to her eventual triumph, a triumph that happens in an unconventional way, but a way that Greenwood said the world needs right now.

While the ballet is family friendly, it is rated PG-13 and Greenwood intended it for a more mature audience. The phoenix must die to be reborn, and there are some intense scenes where the enchantress forces the young phoenix to watch the murder of her mother. The

ballet’s climax is a huge battle engaged by the forest’s minions, fairies, and the heroes who wish to rescue the Young Phoenix. It ends with a message of hope.

Greenwood wanted to avoid the conventional fairy tale black-and-white ending and instead chose an alternative response when the reborn Phoenix returns after the battle.

“The stage gets blue and everything’s quiet,” Greenwood said.

“She sees the devastation. … She shows grace, love and inspiration and light, which is what we need in the world right now.”

With the ballet written, Greenwood began drawing in collaborators, inviting guest dancers and selecting dancers from his company. He secured Charles Currier of “Resident Evil: Extinction” fame to teach and choreograph sword fighting. Jamie Ann Haley designed the elaborate costumes, including a gloved extended hand.

He worked with Tyler Briggs to score original music. The two collaborated on past Realm projects and their relationship allows them to create the music long distance.

“He’s doing it from Berkeley right now, and we’re creating it via FaceTime and Zoom,” Greenwood said. “We’ve gone step by step on it. He’ll send me music and I’ll say, ‘No, this doesn’t work’ or ‘This works.’ ‘I didn’t like that one in the beginning’; ‘that one’s wonderful for that scene.’ It just works perfect.”

For the ballet, he cast Cesar Ramirez Castellano as the hero knight, while dancer and model Holly Johnson is the

evil enchantress. Sophia Brown, a 14-year-old SAG actress and Westside Ballet student, plays the Young Phoenix. Other dancers include former Russian State Ballet Theatre Soloist Matisse Love, New York City Ballet Soloist Kathryn Morgan and New York City Ballet dancer David Protas.

While it has come together very quickly, nothing about the ballet is simple or left to chance.

“There’s so much choreography, and it is phenomenal moments that make this happen,” Greenwood said. “There’s so much detail work that creates this — like, the minions have their own world on stage.

While it is premiered in October, Greenwood knows this won’t be the last time it takes to stage. He’s already plan-

ning on expanding the story and dances. His company’s staff is in negotiations to find Realm a permanent home, where they can stage the ballet next year.

“The goal would be to have this longer with a much bigger budget,” Greenwood said. “I think I would want to add a lot more pyrotechnics and probably a bigger cast.”

“The Phoenix,” a new story ballet by Chasen Greenwood

WHEN: 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29

WHERE: Westside School of Ballet, 1709 Stewart Street, Santa Monica

COST: Tickets start at $40 INFO: www.therealmscompany.com

Matisse Love rehearses for the new story ballet “The Phoenix,” which premiered this month at Westside Ballet Theatre’s Black Box.

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10182 Culver Blvd, Culver City www.queenbeesalonspa.com

Queen Bee’s facials are all organic and hands-on for a natural beauty experience. It customizes a facial routine specifically for your skin and treats you like the queen bee that you are.

READER RECOMMENDED THE INSTITUTE AT MARINA PLASTIC SURGERY

4560 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey www.marinaplasticsurgery.com

READER RECOMMENDED AESTHETIC MDR

13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey www.aestheticmdr.com

BEST WAXING SERVICE

1ST PLACE

QUEEN BEE SALON & SPA

10182 Culver Boulevard, Culver City www.queenbeesalonspa.com

Queen Bee Salon & Spa uses smooth, highquality soft wax to create a less painful, more relaxing experience. It offers all-over waxing including for an all-around stubble-free glow.

READER RECOMMENDED SHAYLA WAXING

11140 Jefferson Boulevard, Culver City www.shaylawaxing.com

READER RECOMMENDED SUGAR AND CHAKRAS

11140 Jefferson Boulevard, Culver City www.sugarandchakras.com

BEST DERMATOLOGIST

1ST PLACE CULVER CITY DERMATOLOGY

9808 Venice Blvd, Culver City www.culvercitydermatology.com

Dr. Sharona Yashar offers treatments such as medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology and dermatopathology. These may look like the big words you see on the back of your shampoo bottle, but in other words, she’s a skin care genius. Culver City Dermatology will walk you through the process while it takes care of all of your skin care needs.

READER RECOMMENDED ADVANCE DERMATOLOGY AND LASER MEDICAL CENTER

4560 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey www.drpatellaser.com

READER RECOMMENDED DR. TANYA KORMEILI 2811 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.drkormeilidermatology.com

TATTOO OR PIERCING SHOP

1ST PLACE INK MONKEY TATTOO AND PIERCING

2417 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice www.theinkmonkey.com

Ink Monkey is best known for its custom tattoo work, designing punk pieces with detailed shading and ornate, colorful works of body art. The four artists each have their own style and will work with clients to create a masterpiece, but they also accept walk-ins if you’re feeling spontaneous. The two piercing specialists do all-over body piercings with creative pieces of jewelry on a walk-in basis as well.

READER RECOMMENDED HOUSE OF INK

1313 Ocean Front Walk, Venice www.houseofink.net

READER RECOMMENDED BLACK DIAMOND TATTOO

1809 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice www.blackdiamondtattoo.com

Ink Monkey is best known for its custom tattoo work but also does piercings.

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BEST OF THE WESTSIDE

BEST JEWELRY/WATCHES

1ST PLACE MARINA BAY WATCH CO.

4027 Lincoln Boulevard, Marina del Rey www.marinabaywatch.com

These masters of watch mechanics have been serving the community since 1996. A community favorite, this watch shop is dedicated to fixing analog watches that are family heirlooms. Marina Bay Watch Company also fixes jewelry, if that’s more your speed.

READER RECOMMENDED BLUE DIAMOND JEWELERS

245 Main Street, El Segundo 1009 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach bluediamondjeweler.com

READER RECOMMENDED WESTCHESTER WATCH WORKS 310-640-1074

BEST SKATE/SURF SHOP

1ST PLACE ZJ BOARDING HOUSE

2619 Main Street, Santa Monica www.instagram.com/zjboardinghouse

ZJ Boarding House is stoked to offer a wide range of surfing and skating equipment, but it also wants to salvage what you’ve got. It specializes in surfboard repairs and offers expert advice when it’s time to choose a new whip.

READER RECOMMENDED RIP CITY SKATES

2709 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica www.ripcity-skates.com

READER RECOMMENDED RIDER SHACK

13211 W. Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles www.ridershack.com

BEST PET SUPPLIES STORE

1ST PLACE

CENTINELA

FEED AND PET SUPPLIES

Multiple locations www.centinelafeed.com

Centinela is one of those trusted places that pet owners can visit and know they’ll find what they need. It’s not a local business, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a gem. It carries a

variety of organic and farm-fresh dog food and high-quality pet supplies. It also offers services such as grooming and a self-serve dog wash to keep all of your pooches pooching.

READER RECOMMENDED HEALTHY SPOT

1110 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.healthyspot.com

READER RECOMMENDED MY PET NATURALLY

3240 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.mypetnaturally.com

BEST GIFT SHOP

1ST PLACE

PETALS ‘N’ WAX

13432 Maxella Avenue, Marina del Rey 310-305-8883

This gift shop really is a hidden gem. It’s stuffed with knickknacks, plenty of items you never knew you needed, and things that will just make you laugh. With an eclectic assortment of gifts for friends or maybe just for yourself, Petals ‘N’ Wax is sure to have a little something for everyone.

READER RECOMMENDED LUNDEEN’S

9726 Washington Boulevard, Culver City 310-842-8400

READER RECOMMENDED BURRO

1409 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Los Angeles www.burrogoods.com

BEST INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE

1ST PLACE

VILLAGE WELL BOOKS AND COFFEE

9900 Culver Boulevard, Culver City www.villagewell.com

Our readers say Village Well Books and Coffee is their perfect place. Just visit its website — it’s adorable. This is also a community-driven shop that hosts weekly events to bring all of the introverted book worms out of the confines of their reading rooms. The food is pretty great, too.

READER RECOMMENDED THE BOOK JEWEL

8929 S. Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles www.thebookjewel.com

READER RECOMMENDED

SMALL WORLD BOOKS

1407 Ocean Front Walk, Venice www.smallworldbooks.com

BEST RECORD STORE

1ST PLACE SOUNDSATIONS

8701 La Tijera Boulevard, Los Angeles www.soundsationsrecords.com

Soundsations was founded by two music geeks who know a whole lot about good music. As a product of the ’90s, Pete Grasso and Lee Wilson offer a range of vinyl records and CDs. They will even help customers dig through their wide — but thoughtfully curated — variety. And if they don’t have it, you’re still guaranteed to find something you’ll love.

READER RECOMMENDED RECORD SURPLUS

12436 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles www.recordsurplusla.com

READER RECOMMENDED ANGEL CITY BOOKS AND RECORDS 218 Pier Avenue, Santa Monica www.angelcitybooks.com

BEST VINTAGE SHOP OR THRIFT STORE

1ST

PLACE

PRINCIPESSA

1323 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice www.principessavenice.com

Tired of stores that carry 30 versions of what’s trending this week? Principessa is your place. It seeks to define the newest trends and break the rules of fashion. This shop mixes stunning designer pieces with the laid-back beachy vibe of Venice culture to curate a selection of clothing that’s uniquely LA.

READER RECOMMENDED ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF SANTA MONICA 1453 15th Street, Santa Monica www.assistanceleague.org

READER RECOMMENDED MS. VINTAGE

314 Culver Boulevard, Playa del Rey 310-314-6999

BEST LOCAL SHOPPING CENTER

1ST PLACE

WESTFIELD CULVER CITY

6000 Sepulveda Boulevard, Culver City www.westfield.com

Westfield provides the reliable shopping experience we all love. It houses all of your favorite stores and becomes a community space for outdoor music every summer.

READER RECOMMENDED

SANTA MONICA PLACE

395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica www.santamonicaplace.com

READER RECOMMENDED VILLA MARINA MARKETPLACE 13450 Maxella Avenue, Marina del Rey www.villamarinamarketplace.com

BEST BIKE SHOP

1ST PLACE BIKE

ATTACK

12775 W. Millennium Drive, Playa Vista www.bikeattack.com

Bike Attack is just what every cycling enthusiast needs. The staff offers rentals, sales and repairing services.

READER RECOMMENDED MANNY’S BIKE SHOP 1613 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice 310-306-3452

READER RECOMMENDED SUMMIT SKI AND CYCLE 8419 Lincoln Boulevard, Los Angeles www.summitskiandcycle.com

BEST LOCAL CANNABIS STORE

1ST PLACE GREEN GODDESS COLLECTIVE

1716 Main Street, Los Angeles www.greengoddesscollective.com

Is it OK for a weed shop to be so pretty? At Green Goddess Collective, shoppers can find all of their marijuana needs in an aesthetically appealing little gem of a shop. It carries prerolls, edibles, vaporizers and more.

READER RECOMMENDED ROSE COLLECTIVE 411 Rose Avenue, Venice www.rosecollective.com

READER RECOMMENDED HIGHWAY CANNABIS 13452 Washington Boulevard, Marina del Rey https://highwaycannabis.com

BEST NEW BUSINESS

1ST PLACE

LOU LOU

395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica www.loulousantamonica.com

This beautiful French-Mediterranean restaurant offers way more than just delicious food. Diners are transported to the French Riviera through a thoughtfully curated menu, live performances and music.

BEST OF THE WESTSIDE SHOPPING

READER RECOMMENDED THE CANAL MARKET

600 Mildred Avenue, Venice www.thecanalmarket.com

READER RECOMMENDED FLAPJAX

2315 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.flapjaxsamo.com

BEST LEGACY BUSINESS

1ST PLACE GEORGE PETRELLI STEAKHOUSE

5615 Sepulveda Boulevard, Culver City 310-397-1438 www.georgepetrellisteaks.com

This Culver City classic has been in the Petrelli family since 1931. Started by an Italian immigrant who once worked for MGM studios, this steakhouse offers critically acclaimed steaks and has been a favorite among the well-heeled, like Ronald Reagan and Kelly Ripa.

READER

1525 Broadway, Santa Monica 8770 Washington Boulevard, Culver City www.coopportunity.com

SERVICES

BEST OF THE WESTSIDE

BEST ACCOUNTING FIRM

1ST PLACE DAVID STERN

6100 Center Drive, Los Angeles 310-342-3900

David Stern works with his team at David Stern & Associates to provide clear and efficient answers to clients’ accounting questions. He’s experienced and personable, offering services such as tax preparation, consulting, business planning and auditing.

READER RECOMMENDED SARLO INCOME TAX

1842 Washington Way, Venice 310-823-6363 www.sarlo.com

READER RECOMMENDED SAMUEL MOSES

100 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica 310-395-9922

BEST FINANCIAL ADVISER

1ST PLACE BERNARD G. REINA, CITIBANK PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT

8800 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles 310-641-6943 https://bit.ly/BernardReina

Bernard G. Reina knows the key to building client relationships is trust. He understands clients’ ever-changing priorities and directs them to the best possible solution. His main goal is to make Citi resources such as benefits and services accessible to his clients and to provide them with excellent customer service.

READER RECOMMENDED JOSE QUINTANILLA, AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES

205 E. El Segundo Boulevard, El Segundo www.ameripriseadvisors.com/jose.l.quintanilla

Stephanie Younger and her team have a client-focused and results-driven approach to selling luxury properties.

READER RECOMMENDED MICHAEL LAINE, LAINE WEALTH MANAGEMENT

126 Lomita Street, El Segundo www.lainewealthmanagement.com

BEST MORTGAGE LENDER

1ST PLACE

CP FINANCIAL

4127 S. Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles www.cpfinancialinc.com

CP Financial keeps its philosophy simple: “What can we do to make it work?” They’re expert mortgage lenders who walk clients through the process step by step, but they

don’t stop there. There’s also a real estate advisory and sales firm, making them a well-rounded, one-stop shop for your home financing needs.

READER RECOMMENDED RYAN WOODWARD, BMO HARRIS BANK

1733 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica www.usmortgagebanker.bmo.com

READER RECOMMENDED CROSS COUNTRY MORTGAGE (FORMERLY RPM)

860 Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo www.crosscountrymortgage.com

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BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT

1ST PLACE

STEPHANIE

YOUNGER, STEPHANIE YOUNGER GROUP

7296 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles www.stephanieyounger.com

A seller of luxury properties, Stephanie Younger and her team were recently named the seventh-highest-producing sales group in Los Angeles by The Real Deal. With a client-focused and results-driven approach to selling, this team has earned its spot at No. 1.

READER RECOMMENDED

JANE ST. JOHN, RE/MAX ESTATE GROUP

124 Washington Boulevard, Marina del Rey www.westsidebeachhomes.com

READER RECOMMENDED KRIS ZACUTO, COMPASS 9454 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills www.kriszacuto.com

BEST REAL ESTATE TEAM

1ST PLACE THE STEPHANIE YOUNGER GROUP

7296 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles www.stephanieyounger.com

The Stephanie Younger Group puts its clients first, and it’s been recognized repeatedly for Argonaut readers. In 2022, The Real Deal named the group the seventh-highestproducing sales team in Los Angeles.

READER RECOMMENDED PLAYA VISTA REAL ESTATE 12855 W. Runway Road, Los Angeles www.olenasuprun.kw.com

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TOM CORTE AND DANA WRIGHT, ERA MATILLA REALTY

225 Culver Boulevard, Playa Del Rey www.cortewright.com

BEST AUTO REPAIR SHOP

1ST PLACE

PLAYA WEST AUTOMOTIVE

8145 W. Manchester Avenue, Playa Del Rey www.playawestautomotive.com

Playa West offers all the repair services one could need, with a proud sense of integrity and honesty about vehicles. As the technicians like to say, “There are no problems, only solutions.” Those looking for a solution for their next repair, Playa West can provide a hassle-free fix. It’s also a certified smog check station.

READER RECOMMENDED

ED LITTLE AUTO SERVICE INC.

4318 Sepulveda Boulevard, Culver City www.edlittleautoservices.com

READER RECOMMENDED MARINA AUTO BODY

721 Washington Boulevard, Marina Del Rey www.marinaautobody.com

BEST AUTO DETAILING OR CAR WASH

1ST

PLACE

HANDY J CAR WASH & LUBE

12681 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles www.handyjcarwash.com

Handy J isn’t just a car wash. It provides a range of other services such as polishing, vacuuming and smog tests. With the help of Culver City Tint, Handy J offers window tinting as well. This car wash is easily accessible for all automobiles’ cosmetic needs.

READER RECOMMENDED WESTCHESTER HAND WASH

8801 Sepulveda Westway, Los Angeles www.westchesterhandwash.com

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LINCOLN CARWASH & DETAIL 1624 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica www.lincolnblvdcarwash.com

BEST ELEMENTARY AND/ OR MIDDLE SCHOOL

1ST PLACE

GOETHE

INTERNATIONAL CHARTER SCHOOL

12500 Braddock Drive, Los Angeles www.goethecharterschool.org

Goethe uses the International Baccalaureate Programme to provide students with a wellrounded and diverse education. It focuses on German language immersion and the Whole Child approach to learning. Students also benefit from specialized curriculum such as social-emotional learning, garden classes and a wide range of arts classes.

READER RECOMMENDED SYCAMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL 1229 Fourth Street, Santa Monica www.sycamorecommunityschool.org

READER RECOMMENDED NOTRE DAME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY 2911 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles elementary.ndasla.org

BEST HIGH SCHOOL

1ST PLACE VENICE HIGH SCHOOL

13000 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles www.venicehs.org

Venice High School’s staff wants what’s best for area teens. Students are enriched through the academies of law and public service; dual language; media arts and technology; sports medicine; school for advanced studies and GATE; STEMM (science, technology, engineering, math and medicine) Magnet; and world languages and global studies.

READER RECOMMENDED NOTRE DAME ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL

2851 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles www.academy.ndasla.org

READER RECOMMENDED ST. MONICA PREPARATORY

1011 Seventh Street, Santa Monica www.saintmonicaprep.org

BEST PRESCHOOL

1ST PLACE ECOLE CLAIRE

FONTAINE

352 Westminster Avenue, Venice www.laclairefontaine.org

Ecole Claire Fontaine encourages children to open their hearts and minds, teaching on the fundamentals of art and nature. The school is a certified wildlife habitat and also a California green business, not only inspiring a new generation of youth but also inspiring the future of education.

READER RECOMMENDED TREEHOUSE TOTS PRESCHOOL 5460 Inglewood Boulevard, Culver City www.treehousetots.com

READER RECOMMENDED COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL

6323 W. 80th Street, Los Angeles www.covla.org

BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL

1ST PLACE SYCAMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

1229 Fourth Street, Santa Monica www.sycamorecommunityschool.org

Sycamore adopted The Whole Child approach to teaching. Its goal is to foster a sense of community while immersing students in problem solving, goal setting, creativity, autonomy and self-accountability. It encourages all students K-8 to embody the 5 Selves of the Whole Child: curious, creative, caring, empathetic and confident.

READER RECOMMENDED CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS & SCIENCES

1714 21st Street, Santa Monica www.xrds.org

READER RECOMMENDED NOTRE DAME ACADEMY SCHOOLS OF LOS ANGELES

2911 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles www.elementary.ndasla.org

BEST STEM OR STEAM CLASSES

1ST

PLACE

PASEO DEL REY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

7751 Paseo Del Rey, Playa Del Rey www.paseodelreyes.lausd.org

Paseo del Rey’s STEAM program fosters preexisting curiosity for science, technology, engineering, the arts and/or math in its students. This program exposes all students to the possibilities of these areas of learning, and all students participate in STEAM Family Night to showcase their skills.

READER RECOMMENDED CODEREV KIDS

1639 16th Street, Santa Monica www.coderevkids.com

READER RECOMMENDED DIGITAL DRAGON

3309 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.digitaldragon.co

BEST AFTER-SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

1ST PLACE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF VENICE

2232 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice www.bgcmla.org/venice-clubhouse

The Boys & Girls Club of Venice empowers youth to learn, explore, achieve and dream (L.E.A.D.). The staff creates a home of stability and safety for them to explore their moral character and foster strong relationships. Club programs and activities focus on character and leadership development; education and career development; health and life skills; arts and cultural enrichment; and sports, fitness and recreation.

READER RECOMMENDED WESTCHESTER FAMILY YMCA

8015 S. Sepulveda Boulevard, Westchester www.ymcala.org

READER RECOMMENDED WESTSIDE YOUTH ORCHESTRA

4117 Overland Avenue, Culver City www.westsideyouthorchestra.org

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BEST WESTSIDE-BASED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY

1ST PLACE LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY

1 Loyola Marymount University Drive, Los Angeles www.lmu.edu

Loyola Marymount is ranked as a top Catholic university and creates a world of learning, service of faith and promotion of justice. With campuses in Westchester and Playa Vista and the Downtown Los Angeles law campus, students have the opportunity to choose from 176 degree, certificate and credential programs for professional success. They can also participate in 222 organizations, Division I and varsity sports, and Greek fraternities and sororities.

READER RECOMMENDED

SANTA MONICA COLLEGE

1900 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.smc.edu

READER RECOMMENDED

WEST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE

9000 Overland Avenue, Culver City www.wlac.edu

BEST VETERINARY CLINIC

1ST PLACE

DR. SHANE VETERINARY MEDICAL CENTER

4816 Lincoln Boulevard, Marina Del Rey www.shanevet.com

Compassion and quality of service is what pets receive at Shane Veterinary. Since 2008, Dr. Karen Shane and team have offered wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostic tests, surgical care and other services so pets can thrive. The veterinary also goes the distance by offering an online pharmacy and late-night urgent care.

READER RECOMMENDED

MAR VISTA ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER

3850 Grand View Boulevard, Los Angeles www.marvistavet.com

READER RECOMMENDED

MARINA VETERINARY CENTER

8421 Lincoln Boulevard, Los Angeles www.marinavet.com

BEST PET ADOPTION SERVICE

1ST PLACE

WALLIS PETSPACE

12005 Bluff Creek Drive, Playa Vista www.annenbergpetspace.org

Wallis Annenberg PetSpace hosts dogs, cats and small animals waiting to be adopted into a loving home. As an extension of Ms. Annenberg’s philanthropic work, PetSpace was created to strengthen the bond between humans and animals. The adoption service also offers community events and learning opportunities, such as dog training 101 and grooming.

READER RECOMMENDED WEST LOS ANGELES ANIMAL CARE CENTER

11361 W. Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles www.laanimalservices.com

READER RECOMMENDED SANTA MONICA ANIMAL SHELTER

1640 Ninth Street, Santa Monica www.smasf.org

BEST PET BOARDING

1ST PLACE

DOGGIE CENTRAL

1901 Pontius Avenue, Los Angeles www.doggiecentral.com

At Doggie Central, pups have a home away from home in a safe, cage-free environment. Husband-and-wife team of Rigo and Holly Medrano took over the business in 2015 and have more than 20 years of pet care experience. Services include doggie day care, overnight doggie boarding, grooming and even a doggie camera to check in on furry friends.

READER RECOMMENDED URBAN DOG

1909 Pontius Avenue, Los Angeles www.urbandog.com

READER RECOMMENDED THE WAGS CLUB

11860 Mississippi Avenue, Los Angeles www.thewagsclub.com

BEST PET GROOMING

1ST PLACE THE PET

AFFAIRE

3013 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica www.petaffaire.com

Dogs and cats are given the royal treatment at Pet Affaire. The staff creates a warm and welcoming environment while treating each pet like its own. The grooming salon uses the highest quality of natural and organic products and offers add-on treatments such as paw treatments and teeth cleaning.

READER RECOMMENDED HEALTHY SPOT

4718 Lincoln Boulevard, Marina del Rey 12746 Jefferson Boulevard, Suite 2130, Los Angeles 1110 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.healthyspot.com

READER RECOMMENDED CALIFORNIA GROOMIN’

4308 Overland Avenue, Culver City www.californiagroomin.com

BEST LOCAL ELECTED PUBLIC OFFICIAL

1ST PLACE

REP. TED LIEU

1645 Corinth Avenue, Los Angeles 1600 Rosecrans Avenue, Manhattan Beach (Appointment only) www.lieu.house.gov

Ted Lieu has represented California’s 36th Congressional District since 2023 and serves as vice chair of the Democratic Caucus. He also sits on the Judiciary; Foreign Affairs; and Science, Space and Technology committees. Lieu has deep roots in California politics over the last 18 years, previously serving the 33rd Congressional District, state Senate and a state Assembly. He also served active duty and in the Air Force Reserve.

READER RECOMMENDED COUNCILWOMAN TRACI PARK

7166 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles 1645 Corinth Avenue, Los Angeles (Appointment only) www.councildistrict11.lacity.gov

READER RECOMMENDED SUPERVISOR HOLLY MITCHELL

The Boathouse, 13640 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey

Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles www.mitchell.lacounty.gov

BEST NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

1ST PLACE HEAL

THE BAY

1444 Ninth Street, Santa Monica www.healthebay.org

Since 1985, Heal the Bay aims to protect and restore California’s coastline and watersheds. The nonprofit hosts monthly beach cleanups, with its largest annual event being Coastal Cleanup Day. In 2023, volunteers removed more than 15,000 pounds of trash and 404 pounds of recycled materials from 95 miles of beach, river, underwater and trail sites. It also has an aquarium near the Santa Monica Pier with more than 100 local species.

READER RECOMMENDED VENICE FAMILY CLINIC 604 Rose Avenue, Venice www.venicefamilyclinic.org

READER RECOMMENDED ST. JOSEPH CENTER 204 Hampton Drive, Venice www.stjosephctr.org

BEST CHILD CARE CENTER

1ST PLACE

LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY CHILDREN’S CENTER

1 Loyola Marymount University Drive, Los Angeles www.admin.lmu.edu/lmucc

Children ages 6 weeks to 5 years receive high-quality learning at Loyola Marymount University Children’s Center. Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the center provides six classrooms where the staff focuses on the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child. Kids can also play on outdoor equipment and participate in yearly family celebrations.

READER RECOMMENDED ECOLE CLAIRE FONTAINE 352 Westminster Avenue, Venice www.laclairefontaine.org

READER RECOMMENDED BRELLA PLAYA VISTA 12746 W. Jefferson Boulevard, Playa Vista www.hellobrella.com

BEST AUTO DEALERSHIP

1ST PLACE

CULVER CITY MAZDA/VOLVO

11215 Washington Boulevard, Culver City (Mazda) 11201 Washington Boulevard, Culver City (Volvo) www.culvercitymotorcars.com

Whether a customer is shopping for a new or pre-owned vehicle, the staff at Culver City Mazda and Volvo Cars goes the extra mile. The service centers also ensure that each vehicle is in tip-top shape and handled with the highest quality of care. Customers also have the option to shop inventory from the convenience of their home with the Express Car Showrooms.

READER RECOMMENDED W.I. SIMONSON MERCEDES

1626 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica www.wisimonson.net

READER RECOMMENDED SANTA MONICA FORD LINCOLN

1402 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica www.smford.com

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BEST LAWYER

1ST PLACE LAW OFFICE OF EDGAR SAENZ

8921 S. Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles www.edgarsaenz.com

During the past 13 years, Edgar Saenz has dedicated his practice to estate planning, trust and probate law. From revocable and irrevocable trusts to guardianships and conservatorships, Saenz goes the distance for each of his clients. A graduate of Stanford Law School, he has served as judge pro tempore with the superior court and has volunteered serving the poor through legal clinics and Meals on Wheels.

READER RECOMMENDED LAW OFFICES OF JOSEPH G. GIRARD 4560 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey www.laelderlaw.com

READER RECOMMENDED HUNDLEY LAW FIRM 6080 Center Drive, Los Angeles www.hundleylawfirmlosangeles.net

BEST INSURANCE BROKER

1ST

PLACE

TATIANA RUIZ MORE/ STATE FARM

8705 Truxton Avenue, Los Angeles www.coveredwithmore.com

As a second-generation State Farm agent, Tatiana Ruiz More is passionate about helping people through expected and unexpected life events. No matter what kind of insurance customers are looking for, she aims to help them achieve financial security. She earned a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Long Beach and previously held positions with local and federal agencies. She is also a member of the Playa Venice Rotary Club and LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce.

READER RECOMMENDED TOWER INSURANCE ASSOCIATES INC. 4244 Overland Avenue, Culver City www.tower90230.com

READER RECOMMENDED FARIBA ZAND/STATE FARM 2432 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica www.faribazand.com

ARTS & RECREATION

BEST OF THE WESTSIDE

BEST LIVE THEATER

1ST PLACE THE BRAID

3435 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica www.the-braid.org

The Braid was born in 2007 as the Jewish Women’s Theatre with the mission of showcasing contemporary stories by Jewish women and adapting them theatrically in front of a live audience. Offstage, The Braid curates a collection of free digital stories on its YouTube channel and hosts programs like digital storytelling competition “StoryNosh” and paid professional development fellowship “NEXT Emerging Artist,” which a platform for directors, writers and other creatives in their 20s and 30s.

READER RECOMMENDED KENTWOOD PLAYERS AT WESTCHESTER PLAYHOUSE 8301 Hindry Avenue, Los Angeles www.kentwoodplayers.org

READER RECOMMENDED THE ACTOR’S GANG

9070 Venice Boulevard, Culver City www.theactorsgang.com

BEST CHARITY FUNDRAISING EVENT

1ST PLACE

WESTCHESTER ARTS & MUSIC BLOCK PARTY (WAM)

8050 Emerson Avenue between West 80th Street and West 80th Place, Los Angeles www.wamblockparty.org

The Westchester Arts & Music Block Party is an annual, free community day complete with live music and dance, vendors and community booths, family-friendly activities, garden tours, food trucks and socializing. All proceeds from the event, which also features a beer and wine garden, are donated to local nonprofit organizations serving the community. This year’s WAM was held on Sept. 23.

READER RECOMMENDED WESTCHESTER ELKS LODGE’S ANNUAL CAR SHOW & CHILI COOK-OFF

8025 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles www.elks.org

READER RECOMMENDED

ROTARY CLUB OF WESTCHESTER ANNUAL BOOK SALE

8824 S. Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles www.rotary-westchester.com

BEST LIVE CONCERT EVENT

1ST PLACE

MARINA DEL REY SUMMER CONCERTS IN BURTON CHACE PARK

13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey www.visitmdr.com

The Marina del Rey Summer Concert Series encourages community members to grab a picnic dinner, blanket and companions and venture Burton Chace Park. Throughout the summer, the 10-acre park holds free symphonic performances on alternating Thursdays and pop concerts on alternating Saturdays.

READER RECOMMENDED SANTA MONICA ORCHESTRA MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

Locations vary depending on the year www.smsymphony.org

READER RECOMMENDED MARINA DRUM CIRCLE

13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey www.visitmdr.com

BEST COMMUNITY SOCIAL CLUB

1ST PLACE

WESTCHESTER ELKS LODGE

8025 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles www.elks.org

Established in 1957, Westchester Elks Lodge regularly holds meetings, socials and community events. The lodge features a lounge with a full bar, tap beers, jukebox and five televisions; a patio with a barbecue, outdoor television and sound system; the Columbus Room, which is a social room with its own bar, pool table, two televisions and fireplace; and the Del Rey Room, a 2,800-square-foot social hall that can accommodate over 160 people for sit-down dinners.

READER RECOMMENDED PLAYA VENICE SUNRISE ROTARY CLUB www.playavenice.org

READER RECOMMENDED ROTARY CLUB OF WESTCHESTER 8824 S. Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles www.rotary-westchester.com

BEST LOCAL MUSEUM

1ST PLACE WENDE MUSEUM

10808 Culver Boulevard, Culver City www.wendemuseum.org

Founded in 2002 by LA native and history scholar Justinian Jampol, The Wende serves as an art museum, cultural center and archive of the Cold War. The museum was named after the German word meaning “turning point” or “change” that has come to describe the fall of the Berlin Wall and collects, preserves and provides access to artwork, artifacts, archives, films and personal histories from the Cold War era. Today, the museum’s collection includes over 100,000 pieces and its programming includes exhibitions, events, conferences, coursework and film series.

READER RECOMMENDED SANTA MONICA HISTORY MUSEUM 1350 Seventh Street, Santa Monica www.santamonicahistory.org

READER RECOMMENDED CALIFORNIA HERITAGE MUSEUM 2612 Main Street, Santa Monica www.californiaheritagemuseum.org

BEST HOTEL

1ST PLACE

THE RITZ-CARLTON, MARINA DEL REY

4375 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey www.ritzcarlton.com

Located less than 5 miles from Los Angeles International Airport, The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey houses 304 guest rooms and

suites alongside the Cast & Plow restaurant, which offers locally sourced and farm-fresh ingredients. The waterfront luxury hotel also features a saltwater waterfront pool and activities like tennis, basketball, SUP paddleboards, bicycling and skateboarding.

READER RECOMMENDED SHUTTERS ON THE BEACH

1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.shuttersonthebeach.com

READER RECOMMENDED CULVER HOTEL

9400 Culver Boulevard, Culver City www.culverhotel.com

BEST TEAM SPORTS ORGANIZATION

1ST PLACE BEACH CITIES

VOLLEYBALL

1021 N. Sepulveda Boulevard, Manhattan Beach www.beachcitiesvbc.com

Founded in 2000, Beach Cities Volleyball’s mission is to create a welcoming environment that prioritizes character development and enjoyment for each player. The organization was founded by Palisades High School graduate Chip Schulte, who received his bachelor’s degree in speech-economics in 1969 from California University, a master’s degree from Rutgers University in 1971, a CPA license in 1972 and an MPI from USC in 1978. As a volleyball coach, over 160 players on Schulte’s past teams have gone on to high school volleyball careers, and former players have had successful careers at colleges across the country.

READER RECOMMENDED CULVER CITY VOLLEYBALL TEAM

4601 Elenda Street, Culver City www.culvercityvbclub.com

READER RECOMMENDED NORTH VENICE LITTLE LEAGUE

3321 Grand View Boulevard, Los Angeles www.northvenice.org

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Wende Museum serves as an art museum, cultural center and archive of the Cold War. Pictured is the exhibition “David Bowie in the Soviet Union.”

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BEST HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS PROGRAM

1ST PLACE VENICE HIGH GONDOLIERS FOOTBALL

13000 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles www.gondolierathletics.com

With a history dating back to 1911, when classes once were held in an old lagoon by the beach, Venice High has grown into a school of approximately 2,000 students boasting freshman, junior varsity and varsity football teams. The Venice High Gondoliers Football kicked off its 2023-24 season with a 27-12 win against the Roosevelt Rough Riders.

READER RECOMMENDED SANTA MONICA HIGH VIKINGS FOOTBALL

601 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica www.smmusd.org/samohi

READER RECOMMENDED NOTRE DAME ACADEMY REGAL ATHLETICS

2851 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles www.academy.ndasla.org

BEST ACTIVITY ON THE WATER

1ST PLACE

MARINA DEL REY SPORTFISHING

13759 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey 310-822-3625

From private charter ships like the Tourist to sportfishing vessels like the New Del Mar and Spitfire or bottom fishing boats like the Betty O, Marina del Rey Sportfishing provides family-friendly activities like fishing and whale watching from the business’ home in Marina del Rey.

BEST HISTORICAL SOCIETY

1ST PLACE

MARINA DEL REY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

13737 Fiji Way, Marina Del Rey www.marinadelreyhistoricalsociety.org

Located in Fisherman’s Village, the Marina del Rey Historical Society stands as the core local source of historical information on the community. Though Marina del Rey is only 58 years old, it is home to a rich and growing history that is being capture within the historical society’s walls through its archives and photographic collections.

READER RECOMMENDED CULVER CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

4117 Overland Avenue, Culver City www.culvercityhistoricalsociety.org

READER RECOMMENDED WESTCHESTER/PLAYA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

6207 W. 87th Street, Los Angeles www.wphistoricalsociety.org

BEST PUBLIC POOL

1ST PLACE

ANNENBERG COMMUNITY BEACH HOUSE

415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica www.annenbergbeachhouse.com

Built on the location of a now-demolished 110-room mansion developed in1920s by William Randolph Hearst for actress Marion Davies, the Annenberg Community Beach House is a 5-acre oceanfront facility within Santa Monica State Beach. The site opened to the public April 25, 2009, blending elements of the historic Marion Davies Estate with new amenities, a children’s play area, gallery and pool. Today, the Annenberg Community Beach House hosts beach activities and sports, community events and cultural programs.

READER RECOMMENDED UCLA MARINA AQUATIC CENTER 14001 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey www.marinaaquaticcenter.org

READER RECOMMENDED MARINA DEL REY BOAT RENTALS

13717 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey www.marinadelreyboatrentals.com

READER RECOMMENDED CULVER CITY MUNICIPAL PLUNGE 4175 Overland Avenue, Culver City www.culvercity.org

READER RECOMMENDED SANTA MONICA SWIM CENTER

2225 16th Street, Santa Monica www.santamonicaswimcenter.org

MARINA DRUM CIRCLE

REMODELED BEAUTY NEAR CULVER CITY

WESTSIDE HAPPENINGS

Compiled by Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

“Fear of Heights” TO OCT. 29

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble presents the West Coast premiere of “Fear of Heights,” a heartwarming and often hilarious story about an Irish American kid’s phobias, family life and the meaning of success. Kevin Flynn’s grandfather, a tough, Irish steelworker, may have been unafraid to perch precariously on a steel beam high above the New York skyline — but young Kevin finds himself dreaming of the bright lights of Hollywood instead. In this funny, moving autobiographical solo show, the former professional soccer player and current award-winning standup comedian, actor, writer, producer and television host examines the American experience through the lens of his Irish immigrant family.

Odyssey Theatre, 2055 S. Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, tickets start at $30, various times, www. odysseytheatre.com

“By the River Rivanna” TO OCT. 29

The Santa Monica College Theatre Arts Department presents the world premiere of “By the River Rivanna.” Written by G. Bruce Smith, the play tells the story of a young Black man who, seeking to understand his heritage, embarks on an emotional journey that takes him back to the Virginia plantation where his ancestor lived as a slave. As the story of his greatgreat-great-great-grandmother unfolds — as told through her journal — the secrets revealed force him to confront his own identity.

Theatre Arts Studio Stage on the main SMC campus, 1900 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, tickets start at $10, various times, 310-434-3005, www.smc. edu/tickets

Author and Musician Nicole Mitchell

OCT. 26

The Santa Monica Public Library’s Soudwaves new music series and Angel City Jazz Festival present a reading by musician, educator and author Nicole Mitchell. She will read from her first book, “The Mandorla Letters: For the Hopeful.” Mitchell has won numerous grants and awards for her work as a flutist, bandleader, composer and improviser. She was the first woman to lead Chicago’s AACM (the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians) and has been on the faculty of the University of California Irvine, the University of Pittsburgh, and currently the University of Virginia. A book sale and signing will follow the talk.

Santa Monica Main Library’s Martin Luther King Jr. Auditorium, 601 Santa Monica Boulevard, free, 6:30 p.m., www.smpl.org

Pianist Marina Grozdanovic

OCT. 26

The Santa Monica College Music Department will present international pianist and music professor Marina

Grozdanovic. Grozdanovic will perform a program of solo piano music composed by Rameau and F. Couperin, plus two preludes and “L’isle Joyeuse” by Debussy and three mazurkas by Chopin (Op. 63).

The Edye, SMC Performing Arts Center, 1310 11th Street, Santa Monica, free, 11:15 a.m., 310-434-4323

Chef’s Tasting Table

OCT. 27

The new tasting menu, available for $99 per person (with wine and cocktail pairings offered at an additional charge), features six courses along with a few extra surprise dishes and cocktails incorporated along the way. The intimate dining experience, with just eight seats available, will take place at Sugar Palm’s indoor bar one Friday per month, with themes ranging from seafood to plantbased and the holidays. Executive chef Jason Francisco will guide guests through each course.

Sugar Palm, Viceroy Santa Monica, 1819 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, $99, 6 p.m., www.viceroyhotelsandresorts. com, www.opentable.com

Monster Bash Halloween Fundraiser

OCT. 28

Meals on Wheels West is bringing back its Halloween fundraiser, Monster Bash. Don your spookiest costumes at the Marina del Rey Marriott. Marina del Rey Marriott, 4100 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, $15, 8 p.m. to midnight, www. mealsonwheelswest.org/events

Halloween Boat Parade

OCT. 28

The Southern California boating community will host the second

created by legendary Los Angelesbased artist Ricardo Soltero, will also be on view throughout the Third Street Promenade. This year, Soltero will also unveil an all new Alebrije (Mexican folk art) sculpture, in the shape of a Chihuahua dog, Pauli. La Catrina sculptures will be on display daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Thursday, Oct. 26, to Sunday, Oct. 28, and are viewable along all three blocks of the Third Street Promenade. Third Street Promenade, free, 2 to 9 p.m., www.downtownsm.com

Monster Dash 5K OCT. 29

A Halloween-themed, family-friendly fun run/walk through the beautiful community of Playa Vista, and Halloween After Party hosted by Runway. Randy Johnson Park Bluff Creek Fields, 12702 Bluff Creek Drive, Los Angeles, tickets start at $25, 9:30 a.m., www.eventbrite.com

Neighborhoodwide Garage Sale NOV. 4

Halloween Boat Parade, featuring grand marshal, KTLA-5’s Kirk Hawkins. Marina del Rey, free, 8 p.m., www. halloweenboatparade.com

Howl-O-Ween

OCT. 28

Celebrate Howl-O-Ween at Wallis Annenberg PetSpace, when it’s transformed into a Halloween haunt with fun for pets and humans. The day will include a pick-your-own pup-kin patch and decorating station, a maze of “dog terrors,” festive fall treats for humans and animals, and spooktacular photo ops. Guests are invited to enchant the crowd with their most creative Halloween costumes, with bonus points for couple costumes between pets and their owners. Tickets are $10 and include event entry, activities, one fall treat ticket, complimentary water and soda, and one pumpkin per guest (sizes may vary, while supplies last).

Wallis Annenberg PetSpace, 12005 Bluff Creek Drive, Playa Vista, $10, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., www. annenbergpetspace.org

Día de los Muertos

OCT. 28

The family-friendly celebration will feature festive live entertainment from local performance groups including Neiya Arts, Ballet Flor de Mayo, Grupo La Rosa, Folklor América, Poco Pocho and local Latinx student groups, colorful community altars and a Latinx popup market offering a diverse selection of crafts, arts and treats curated by Molcajete Dominguero. Family- and petfriendly activities and arts and crafts will also be part of the celebration. The largerthan-life La Catrina public art sculptures,

More than 60 sellers will open their garages to collectibles, antiques, toys, electronics, games, Funkos, clothing, furniture, jewelry, tools, car parts and baby gear. Parking at Marina Square off Lincoln or Mindanao. Limited street parking on La Villa Marina. Mindanao Way and La Villa Marina in Marina del Rey, 90292, 8 a.m. to noon, free admission, 949-566-3924, villamarinaswap@gmail.com

Ongoing events

Día de los Muertos Ofrenda TO NOV. 4

Visit the main library to contribute to an ofrenda, a traditional altar, celebrating life and death. Feel free to bring something to contribute like paper flowers, photos or drawings of deceased loved ones. No perishable items. Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, free admission, various hours, www.smpl. org

Santa Monica College Emeritus Art Gallery Presents Exhibition Celebrating D’Arcy Hayman TO DEC. 1

The Santa Monica College Emeritus Art Gallery will present a free exhibition celebrating the international cultural contributions of D’Arcy Hayman (1924-94), a renowned artist, writer, educator and UNESCO International Arts program director. This exhibition offers a limited survey of Hayman’s remarkable aesthetic and social achievements and runs through Dec. 1. A free, live Zoom virtual launch event for the exhibition will be held online from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 21.

Emeritus Art Gallery, 1227 Second Street, Santa Monica, various times, free, smc.edu/emeritusgallery

Author and musician Nicole Mitchell reads from her book on Thursday, Oct. 26, at the Santa Monica Main Library.

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NAME CHANGE

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00532 OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. Petition of BRIDGET ANNE POLLACK, VALENTINO CHRISTIAN POLLACK, LANA MALISE POLLACK, AVA BRIDGET POLLACK, for Change of Name. TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1.) Petitioner: BRIDGET ANNE POLLACK, VALENTINO CHRISTIAN POLLACK, LANA MALISE POLLACK, AVA BRIDGET POLLACK filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) BRIDGET ANNE POLLACK, VALENTINO CHRISTIAN POLLACK, LANA MALISE POLLACK, AVA BRIDGET POLLACK to BRIDGET ANNE STEVENS, VALENTINO CHRISTIAN STEVENS, LANA MALISE STEVENS, AVA BRIDGET STEVENS. 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 12/01/2023. Time: 08:30 AM. Dept.: K Room: N/A. The address of the court is 1725 MAIN STREET SANTA MONICA, CA 90401 AND SANTA MONICA COURTHOUSE. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive

weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Angeles. Original filed: October 03 2023. Lawrence Cho, Judge of the Superior Court. Published: The Argonaut News 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 23SMCP00527 OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. Petition of MIGUEL PALMIERI, for Change of Name. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.) Petitioner: MIGUEL PALMIERI filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) MIGUEL PALMIERI to MICHAEL ANDRES PALMIERI.

2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 12/01/2023. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: K Room: N/A. The address of the court is 1725 MAIN STREET, ROOM 102, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401 AND SANTA MONICA COURTHOUSE. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Angeles. Original filed: October 05 2023. Lawrence Cho, Judge of the Superior Court. Published: The Argonaut News 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00493 OF CALIFORNIA,

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. Petition of SIENNA VICTORIA

KOEHLER, MATEO

SEBASTIAN KOEHLER, for Change of Name. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

1.) Petitioner: SIENNA

VICTORIA KOEHLER, MATEO SEBASTIAN

KOEHLER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) SIENNA VICTORIA KOEHLER, MATEO SEBASTIAN

KOEHLER to SIENNA

VICTORIA SACERIO

KOEHLER, MATEO SEBASTIAN SACERIO

KOEHLER. 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 11/17/2023. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: K Room: N/A. The address of the court is 1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401 AND SANTA MONICA. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Angeles. Original filed: September 13 2023. Lawrence Cho, Judge of the Superior Court. Published: The Argonaut News 10/05/23, 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23STCP03472 OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. Petition of COLLEEN MAIREAD PENDERGAST, for Change of Name. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.) Petitioner: COLLEEN MAIREAD PENDERGAST filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.)

COLLEEN MAIREAD PENDERGAST to COLLEEN MAIREAD HENDERSON. 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 11/17/2023. Time: 10:00 AM. Dept.: 82 Room: 833. The address of the court is 111 N. HILL ST LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 AND STANLEY MOSK COURTHOUSE. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Angeles. Original filed: September 20 2023. Curtis A. Kin, Judge of the Superior Court.

Published: The Argonaut News 10/05/23, 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 23PSCP00405 OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. Petition of ZHEN XI XU, ZHEN YI XU, for Change of Name. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.)

Petitioner: ZHEN XI XU, ZHEN YI XU filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) ZHEN XI XU, ZHEN YI XU to OLIVIA WANG, SOPHIA WANG. 2.)

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before

the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 01/12/2024. Time: 08:30 AM. Dept.: K Room: 4TH FLOOR. The address of the court is 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA POMONA, CA 91766 AND POMONA COURTHOUSE SOUTH. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Angeles. Original filed: September 26 2023. Peter A. Hernandez, Judge of the Superior Court.

Published: The Argonaut News 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00414 OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. Petition of JEANETTE MARIE ROKNIAN, for Change of Name. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.)

Petitioner: JEANETTE MARIE ROKNIAN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) JEANETTE MARIE ROKNIAN to JEANETTE ROK. 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 11/03/2023. Time: 08:30 AM. Dept.: K Room: A-203. The address of the court is 1725 MAIN STREET SANTA MONICA, CA 90401 AND SANTA MONICA COURTHOUSE - WEST DISTRICT. A copy of this

Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Angeles. Original filed: July 28 2023. Lawrence Cho, Judge of the Superior Court. Published: The Argonaut News 10/05/23, 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT FILE NO. 2023215685

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1.) GASKET GUY, 3716 W. 102 ST SUITE C, INGLEWOOD, CA 90303 2.) THE GASKET GUY, 18543 YORBA LINDA BLVD 163, YORBA LINDA, CA 92886 3.) GASKET GUY, 3716 W. 102 ST SUITE C, INGLEWOOD, CA 90303 COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporat ion or Organization Number: N/A. REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.) RELIABLE GASKETS USA, LLC, 18543 YORBA LINDA BLVD., #163, YORBA LINDA, CA 92886 . State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Limited Liability Company. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: November 2019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)).

REGISTRANT /CORPORATE/LLC NAME: NATHANIEL WATERS

TITLE: MANAGING MEMBER, CORP or LLC NAME: RELIABLE GASKETS USA, LLC. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 03 2023. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision

(b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code).

Published: The Argonaut News 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT FILE NO. 2023215749

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1.) INTUITIVE SENSUALITY, 1112 MONTANA AVE #706, SANTA MONICA, CA 90403 2.) CENTER FOR SEXUAL EMPOWERMENT, 1112 MONTANA AVE #706, SANTA MONICA, CA 90403 3.) CASSARD CENTER, 1112 MONTANA AVE #706, SANTA MONICA, CA 90403 4.) SEX, ANSWERED, 1112 MONTANA AVE #706, SANTA MONICA, CA 90403 COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number: N/A. REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.) KAYNA CASSARD MARITAL THERAPY, 1112 MONTANA AVE #706, SANTA MONICA, CA 90403 State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Corporation. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: November 2018. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)). REGISTRANT /CORPORATE/LLC NAME: KAYNA CASSARD TITLE: PRESIDENT, CORP or LLC NAME: KAYNA CASSARD MARITAL THERAPY. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 03 2023. NOTICE – in accordance

with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code).

Published: The Argonaut News 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT FILE NO. 2023212785

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1.) GASKETS USA, 16312 GARFIELD AVE. UNIT B, PARAMOUNT, CA 90723 2.) 18543 YORBA LINDA BOULEVARD 163, YORBA LINDA, CA 92886 COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporat ion or Organization Number: N/A. REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.) RELIABLE GASKETS USA, LLC, 18543 YORBA LINDA BLVD. 163, YORBA LINDA, CA 92886 . State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Limited Liability Company. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: June 2023. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)).

REGISTRANT /CORPORATE/LLC NAME: NATHANIEL WATERS

TITLE: MANAGING MEMBER, CORP or LLC NAME: RELIABLE GASKETS USA, LLC. This statement was filed with the LA Coun-

FIC. BUS. NAMES

ty Clerk on: September 28 2023. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code).

Published: The Argonaut News 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT FILE NO. 2023219471

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1.) JEANINE CURCIONE COURT REPORTING, 4310 WESTLAWN AVE LOS ANGELES, CA 90066 COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporat ion or Organization Number: 5343841. REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.) HIGH TECH NETWORKING, INC., 4310 WESTLAWN AVE LOS ANGELES, CA 90066 . State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Corporation. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/2022. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)).

REGISTRANT /COR -

PORATE/LLC NAME:

JEANINE CURCIONE

TITLE: PRESIDENT, CORP or LLC NAME: HIGH TECH NETWORKING, INC.. This statement was filed with the LA County

Clerk on: October 10

2023. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code).

Published: The Argonaut News 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23, 11/09/23

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT FILE NO. 2023218880

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1.) AB CONSTRUCTION, 12010 SYLVESTOR STREET LOS ANGELES, CA 90066

COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.) FRANK DAVID ARMENDAREZ, 12010 SYLVESTOR STREET LOS ANGELES, CA 90066 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)).

REGISTRANT NAME: FRANK DAVID ARMENDAREZ TITLE: OWNER. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 06 2023. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the

county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code).

Published: The Argonaut News 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT FILE NO. 2023216597

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1.) DEMOGRAPH-X, 5242 1/2 JILLSON ST COMMERCE, CA 90040

COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.) OMAR ORTIZ, 5242 1/2 JILLSON ST COMMERCE, CA 90040 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)).

REGISTRANT NAME:

OMAR ORTIZ TITLE:

OWNER. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 03 2023. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business

THE ARGONAUT OCTOBER 26, 2023

Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code).

Published: The Argonaut News 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/02/23

PUBLIC AUCTION

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell personal property, household items, business goods and boxes of unknown content identified by Occupant name below, to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions, section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the

Civil Code.

The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Thursday November 02, 2023 at 11:30 AM on the premises where said property has been stored known as Stor-It Self Storage and located at 4068 Del Rey Avenue, Marina Del Rey, Ca. 90292, County of Los Angeles, State of California, the following:

Purchases must be paid for at time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items are sold as is, where is and must be removed at the time of sale. The sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between Owner and the obligated party. .

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10/19/2023 –10/26/2023 Publication: The Argonaut

AUCTIONEER: David Hester Auctioneer & Associates, Cali-

fornia Auction Bond #70759390

CHERE WINDERS

JEAN P SAYEGH

YANJUN PAN

JEAN PIERRE

SAYEGH

JUSTIN COZART

JANE MARTINEZ

MICHAEL RUSH

LURLINE M BANKS

JAMES E MOSELEY

JAY HORENSTEIN

JESSICA HEREDIA

STEPHANIE HOFFMAN

FRANCISCO SEDENO

JR.

LAHEAVEN JONES

GEORGE HEATH

JAMES AMIRANTE

JOSE MANUEL FORZAN

DEBORA GREGORY

SEAN BERTRAM

ALEXANDER F SERBOWICZ

HARRIETTE DALE

MARCO OROZCO

MARCUS FITZGERALD

CHRISTOPHER ARMSTRONG

Published: The Argonaut News 10/19/23, 10/26/23

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