As if we needed another excuse to venture to Santa Monica, Maire Byrne (of Chez Panisse in Berkeley, Ajax Tavern in Aspen and Aqua in San Francisco) opened her second restaurant Local Kitchen & Wine Bar on Ocean Park recently (her first is Thyme Cafe and Market), and we wasted no time making our way over to check it. Hand-crafted pizzas, pastas, and seasonal small plates, oh my! It's all delish and paired in a cozy, casual environment that will have you staying well past your bedtime. (Unless in you're dining for lunch in which case, get back to work friends!)
When I say the more the merrier, I'm referring to the number of people in your party. Bring as many friends as possible so that you can order as much food as possible and try it all. There are just so many great things to choose from!
As if the delicious food wasn't enough, the decor makes us want to move in!
Photography by John Konkal and Amy Bartlam
Maire Byrne says
Thank you for the beautiful post!!
Jen Pinkston says
Our pleasure! It's our new favorite place!
Maire Byrne says
Thank you for the beautiful post!!
Jen Pinkston says
Our pleasure! It's our new favorite place!
Kasie Chelanne says
I live in LA and work in Santa Monica and keep meaning to try Local Kitchen...thanks for reminding me! These photos are making my mouth water!
Jen Pinkston says
You will love it! It's really wonderful!
Kasie Chelanne says
I live in LA and work in Santa Monica and keep meaning to try Local Kitchen...thanks for reminding me! These photos are making my mouth water!
Jen Pinkston says
You will love it! It's really wonderful!
Fatima says
I was in LA this past summer but I'll definitely be back so it'll be great to have a list to pick from.
Xx, Fatima
www.fatimasabri.com
Jen Pinkston says
Yes! For sure add it to the list!
Fatima says
I was in LA this past summer but I'll definitely be back so it'll be great to have a list to pick from.
Xx, Fatima
www.fatimasabri.com
Jen Pinkston says
Yes! For sure add it to the list!