Best of Santa Monica 2021

S A N TA M O N I C A

REFLECTING THE CONCERNS OF THE COMMUNITY smmirror.com

October 29 – November 4, 2021 Volume CXII, Issue 117

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More than a place for seniors to live—a setting where you can thrive.

At The Watermark at Westwood Village, a modern community for seniors on L.A.’s West Side, it’s easy to craft a lifestyle filled with purpose. Here, Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care offer refined residences, upscale dining, even a salon and spa—so you can live well, and stay well.

watermarkwestwood.com 947 Tiverton Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90024 | 310-893-5423 INDEPENDENT LIVING

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Store Hours: 7am-9pm Daily Delivery Hours: 7am – 3pm Call or E-mail before 2pm for same day delivery!

Not Available Sundays Curbside pick-up available 9am-5pm Daily (310) 452-2493

FEATURED THIS WEEK!

SERVICE DELI

HEBREW NATIONAL KOSHER BEEF SALAMI $ .99

CHOBANI YOGURT

5.3 oz.

Assorted Flavors

4 for 5

JARLSBERG CHEESE $

Product of Mexico

Product of USA

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$ .49

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All Natural, Free Range

USDA Choice

JIDORI CHICKEN Whole or Cut Up

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POST

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American Lamb

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USDA Prime

TOP SIRLOIN STEAK

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FAIRLIFE

Milk 52 fl. oz.

Lactose Free, Assorted Varieties

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$ .99

Favorites 8-11.5 oz.

Assorted Varieties

2 for $5.00

1

$ .49

16.99 $ 16.99

Pacifico Beer 12/12 fl. oz.

Bottles

lb.

MARTINELLI’S

Cider 25.4 fl. oz.

Assorted Varieties

2

$ .99

+Tax +CRV

+Tax +CRV

GIRARD’S

Salad Dressing 12 oz.

Assorted Varieties

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$ .99

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FUYU PERSIMMONS Product of USA

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$ .49 Each

HOT FOODS

BOB’S OWN

ALL BEEF LASAGNA

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$ .99 lb

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LEAN CUISINE

Save $3

Bellenda 2020 San Fermo Prosecco 750ml.

Great on the Grill!

$

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PICK OF THE WEEK WINE & BEER

LOW PRICES FOR YOUR EVERYDAY NEEDS

Honey Bunches of Oats Cereal 18 oz.

Assorted Varieties

$ .99

SMALL LOIN LAMB CHOPS

lb.

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lb.

FULL SERVICE MEATS

Product of USA

22 oz./12 Count

$ .49

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HONEYNUT SQUASH

HARVEST CUPCAKES

Product of Mexico

$ .49

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BAKERY Kimberley’s Bake Shoppe

MEXICAN PAPAYA

NATURAL ORGANIC SPECIALTY

lb.

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Sliced to Order

FARM FRESH PRODUCE

SWEET POTATOES

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Sliced to Order

$ .00

ZUCCHINI

Prices valid while supplies last.

Prices Valid October 28th - November 3rd, 2021

+Tax

Hot and Ready to Serve!

BOB’S OWN

WHOLE ROASTED BBQ CHICKEN

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$ .99 Each +Tax

Hot and Ready to Serve!

All Varieties

1650 Ocean Park Blvd. Santa Monica 90405

Corner of 17th St. & Ocean Park Blvd. • www.bobsmkt.com

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OPEN NOW FOR TOURS

Avenir MEMORY CARE Westside

• Unique Cognitive Placement • Fully Furnished Suites • Licensed Nurses with 24/7 Oversight • Private & Semi-Private Suites with Personal Bathrooms • Resident-Centered Activity Programs • Secured Patios and Courtyards • Luxury Living 7501 Osage Ave • Los Angeles, CA 90045 www.AvenirSeniorLiving.com

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Not eligible for all property types. Eligible for fixed rate, jumbo loans on primary or second homes only. Applicant subject to credit and underwriting approval. Not all applicants will be approved for financing. Receipt of application does not represent an approval for financing or interest rate guarantee. Restrictions may apply, contact Guaranteed Rate Affinity, LLC for current rates and for more information.

Find your forever home faster. Call today to learn more about your options.

Ryan Woodward

Vice President, Mortgage Lending

O: (310) 791-6077 grarate.com/ryanwoodward Ryan.Woodward@grarate.com 130 North Brand Blvd, Suite 207 Glendale, CA 91203 NMLS ID: 700492, LO#: CA CA - CA-DFPI700492 Guaranteed Rate Affinity, LLC is a registered trademark of Guaranteed Rate, Inc., used under license. Guaranteed Rate Affinity, LLC is a subsidiary of Guaranteed Rate, Inc.; NMLS #1598647; For licensing information visit nmlsconsumeraccess.org. Equal Housing Lender. Conditions may apply Guaranteed Rate Affinity, LLC is a registered trademark of Guaranteed Rate, Inc., used under license. Guaranteed Rate Affinity, LLC is a subsidiary of Guaranteed Rate, Inc. CA: Licensed by the Department of Business Oversight under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act

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We want to thank the community for voting in this year’s Best Of Santa Monica 2021! We had well over 30,000 votes from the community this year and many nominations – it is truly amazing to see the community come together for that!

This year, we encourage you to shop local for the holidays – whether they are the “Best” business in their category, a nominated business or a business that isn’t even listed in this publication – small businesses are what makes our communities thrive!

So, as we start to hear more and more news about supply chain issues and big box stores not having gifts for the holidays, we encourage you to look local – shop small this holiday season and support all your community businesses!

From our family to yours, we wish you an amazing end of the year and a happy holiday season! As always, thank you for reading, following, watching and supporting!

Voted Best Jeweler in Santa Monica 2021!

Thank you for your Vote!

THE BIKE SHOP, California

3770 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034

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BEST ART GALLERY WINNER – 10 WOMEN GALLERY Address: 2719 Main St Phone Number: (424) 433-8116 Website: tenwomengallery.com Thank you Santa Monica! As Santa Monica’s only women-owned artist cooperative, Ten Women Gallery is thrilled to be recognized by our neighbors and patrons for its unique, handcrafted, and locally-made art and gifts.

We love you too!

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – ROBERT BERMAN GALLERY Address: 2525 Michigan Ave A5 Phone Number: (310) 315-1937 Website: robertbermangallery.com

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WINNER BEST DENTIST IN SANTA MONICA! THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTE!

FINDING A NEW DENTIST IS TOUGH!!!

(BUT WE MAKE IT EASY!!!)

YOUR CHOICE TRY OUR NO OBLIGATION

$20 EXAM

Robert Berman opened his first art gallery in Santa Monica in 1979 and has been at Bergamont Station Art Center, as Santa Monica Auctions, for the last 28 years. He exhibits many New York East Village, LA’s downtown and Venice artists. His auctions are both local and international events. Join Robert for the Fall (Back) auction Sunday, November 7th starting at 1 pm at Bergamont Station Art Center: Go to smauctions.com

INCLUDES FULL X-RAYS

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – 18TH ST. ARTS CENTER

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Address: 3026 Airport Ave Phone Number: (310) 453-3711 Website: 18thstreet.org

BEST DENTIST

For New Patients without dental insurance

TRY OUR NO OBLIGATION

$99 EXAM,

FULL X-RAYS AND CLEANING For New Patients without dental insurance

WINNER – SANTA MONICA FAMILY DENTIST

If you don’t like what we have to say we will give you a copy of your x-rays at no charge!

Address: 1260 15th St. Phone Number: (310) 393-8284 Website: alanrubensteindds.com

DENTAL CARE WITHOUT JUDGMENT!

It is very flattering that so many people have such high regard and appreciation for our dental office. We believe the success of our office can be found in our relationships with our patients. Our philosophy of providing quality dental care without judgement, while encouraging patients to ask questions, makes our office unique. The fact that the average staff member has been with us for over 10 years also is a source of comfort. Check our website, and our more than 570 goggle reviews, and see why our patients think our office is the place to go. Alan Rubenstein DDS

WE OFFER UNIQUE SERVICES

*No interest payment plans *Emergencies can be seen today *Our dentists and staff member are easy to talk to AND OF COURSE WE DO

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – IHATETHEDENTIST.COM – JASON MIRABILE Address: 1304 15th St. Phone Number: (310) 319-9300 Website: ihatethedentist.com

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – DR. JASON RAY Address: 2701 Ocean Park Blvd. Ste 108 Phone Number: (310) 581-5700 Website: jasonrayddsinc.com

-lnvisalign -Periodontist on Staff -Oral Surgeon on Staff -Cosmetics and Implants -Zoom Bleaching -and more

SANTA MONICA FAMILY DENTISTRY DR. ALAN RUBENSTEIN 1260 15th ST. SUITE #703

(310) 736-2589 (310) 736-2590 WWW.ALANRUBENSTEINDDS.COM CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFERS

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BEST RESTAURANT

BEST HAPPY HOUR

BEST LOCAL BOUTIQUE

BEST AUTO DEALER/ SERVICE

WINNER – FRITTO MISTO

WINNER – THE MISFIT RESTAURANT + BAR

WINNER – BUFFALO EXCHANGE

WINNER – PACIFIC COAST TIRE & SERVICE

Address: 2449 Main St Phone Number: (310) 314-7300 Website: buffaloexchange.com/ location/santa-monica-los-angeles

Address: 2445 Santa Monica Blvd Phone Number: (310) 828-2555 Website: pactires.com

Address: 620 Santa Monica Blvd #A Phone Number: (310) 458-2829 Website: thefrittomisto.com

Address: 225 Santa Monica Blvd Phone Number: (310) 656-9800 Website: themisfitbar.com

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – ESTERS WINE SHOP & BAR 2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – MANCHEGO Address: 2518 Main St Phone Number: (310) 450-3900 Website: manchegosm.com

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – FATHER’S OFFICE Address: 1018 Montana Ave Phone Number: (310) 822-4340 Website: fathersoffice.com

Address: 1314 7th St Phone Number: (310) 899-6900 Website: esterswineshop.com Esters Wine Shop & Bar is all about curation and fun, without any pretension.

Spend an evening leisurely exploring new vintages from the 250+ list of planetfriendly wines, catch up with friends over Happy Hour and dinner, or stock up for a party at home. Think of them as your neighborhood clubhouse…for wine.

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PLACE RUNNER UP – JANE

Address: 1607 Montana Ave, Phone Number: (310) 395-5002 Website: janeoftarzana.com

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – THE ACORN STORE

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – WESTSIDE MOTORS AUTO SERVICE Address: 813 Michigan Ave Phone Number: (310) 395-3125 Website: None

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – STOKES TIRE SERVICE

Address: 1220 5th St Phone Number: (310) 451-5845 Website: theacornstore.com

Address: 1117 Santa Monica Blvd, Phone Number: (310) 393-0767 Website: stokes-tireservice.com

BEST MEDICAL/ DAY SPA AND MASSAGE

BEST CHILDREN’S PROGRAM/SERVICE

WINNER – PENCE HATHORN SILVER

WINNER – FACE HAUS SANTA MONICA

WINNER – SANTA MONICA TENNIS COLLECTIVE

Address: 1333 Montana Ave Phone Number: (310) 458-4024 Website: phsrealty.com

Address: 1426 Montana Ave #6 Phone Number: (310) 893-0583 Website: thefacehaus.com

Address: (Homecourts: SMOHI, Douglas Park, Memorial Park, JAMS) Phone Number: (310) 430-1962 Website: santamonicatenniscollective@gmail.com

Address: 1147 3rd St Phone Number: (310) 451-0843 Website: themisfitbar.com

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT/BROKERAGE

Pence Hathorn Silver is proud to have served the Santa Monica community for over 30 years by providing unparalleled real estate services to our neighbors, clients, and friends. With unmatched market knowledge and superb negotiation skills, Pence Hathorn Silver is invested in our clients’ success. Led by Charles Pence, John Hathorn and Loraine Silver, our experienced team of current and former residents of Santa Monica strives to provide the very best representation resulting in record-breaking sales and smooth, stress-free transactions.

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – MASER CONDO SALES Address: 2525 Main St #106 Phone Number: (310) 314-7700 Website: masercondosales.com Unlike the big tech real estate companies, we have over 20 years experience in the specifics of selling condos on the Westside of LA. That gives us the personal relationships and insider knowledge to anticipate and conquer challenges before they arise, creating a smooth and stress-free sales process.

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – BULLDOG REALTORS SANTA MONICA Address: 2909 Main Street Phone Number: (310) 770-4490 Website: bulldogrealtors.com

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – KAO AESTHETICS Address: 900 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 100 Phone Number: (310) 315-3022 Website: kaoinstitute.com

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – CIENEGA MED SPA Address: 902 Broadway Phone Number: (310) 341-2741 Website: cienegaspa.com

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – CAYTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Address: 395 Santa Monica Pl. Ste. 374 Phone Number: (424) 416-8320 Website: caytonmuseum.org

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – SCHOOL OF ROCK Address: 12020 Wilshire Blvd.

Phone Number: (310) 442-7625 Website: schoolofrock.com

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PENCE HATHORN SIVLER is proud to be voted

Santa Monica’s Best Real Estate Team!

Thank you to all our neighbors, friends and clients!

It has been an honor to be trusted with your real estate needs for over 30 years!

1333 Montana Ave, Santa Monica CA 90403 310.458.4024 | info@phsrealty.com www.phsrealty.com | @phsrealty Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01991628. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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BEST TAILOR

BEST FLORAL SHOP/ NURSERY

WINNER – ELIAS TAILOR

WINNER – MARRIHEW’S SUNSET GARDENS

Address: 1212 11 St. Phone Number: (310) 393-4424 Website: N/A

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – CARUSO ENZO CUSTOM TAILORING Address: 3201 Ocean Park Blvd.

Phone Number: (310) 452-5103 Website: N/A

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – PARI TAILORING Address: 1031 16 St. Apt. F Phone Number: (310) 739-7513 Website: N/A

Address: 1526 Ocean Park Blvd.

Phone Number: (310) 452-1051 Website: merrihewsnursery.com

Plantation House Flowers is Jo Halpert’s private, online-only flower delivery studio.

Jo’s custom flower designs combine traditional garden flowers and exotic tropicals for a beautiful, lush look. Each floral gift is loose, natural, elegant and considered for each recipient. Jo lives in Santa Monica, with her husband, Scott, their son and their dog, Charlie.

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – ANN’S FLOWER Address: 1915 Wilshire Blvd.

Phone Number: (310) 829-7774 Website: annsflowers.com

WINNER – SANTA MONICA HOMEOPATHIC PHARMACY

WINNER – SANTA MONICA PET MEDICAL CENTER

Address: 2137 Ocean Park Blovd Phone Number: (310) 452-5705 Website: https://www.yelp.com/biz/ ocean-park-pharmacy-santa-monica

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Address: 734 Montana Ave. Phone Number: (310) 451-1414 Website: pharmacarx.com/ pharmaca-santa-moinca

Winner – Universal Tile and Marble

Address: N/A Phone Number: (212) 851-6990 Website: http://www.plantationhouseflowers.com/

BEST PET STORE/ SERVICE/VET

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – OCEAN PARK PHARMACY

Best Home Improvement and/ or desIgn servIce

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – PLANTATION HOUSE FLOWERS

BEST PHARMACY

Address: 629 Broadway Phone Number: (310) 395-1131 Website: smhomeopathic.com

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Address: 1534 14th St Phone Number: (310) 393-8218 Website: petmedical.com

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – LOVE AT FIRST SIT Address: None Phone Number: (310) 310-8086 Website: loveatfirstsit.net Specializing and shelter and rescue pets, Love At First Sit® provides experienced, trusted, and loving pet care and dog behavior and training by people who love and advocate for animals. Experienced with a diverse group of animals and those with special-needs, we provide safe, exceptional, and loving pet services!

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – HEALTHY SPOT Address: 1110 Wilshire Blvd Phone Number: (310) 458-2004 Website: healthyspot.com

Address: 1431 Colorado Ave. Phone Number: (310) 451-1900 • Website: utminc.us Universal Tile and Marble Inc. has been providing the finest tile and stone work to customers in Santa Monica for 25 years. We offer tiles and marble slabs for residential and commercial projects throughout Los Angeles and metro areas.

When you work with the experts at Universal Tile and Marble Inc., you can expect a dedicated staff who will take the extra steps to find exactly what you need. We only offer the finest quality materials at highly competitive prices.

We are direct importers of natural stones from around the world. Universal Tile and Marble Inc. has been offering a high quality, expansive selection of luxury and natural stone products for residential and commercial settings in Santa Monica and nearby areas. Whether you’re decorating your luxury home, outfitting a hotel lobby, or just want to design a new property using only the world’s finest cuts of natural stone, our expert counselors can help you create a stunning and attractive space. Universal Tile and Marble Inc. products can also be used in any exterior design project from outdoor patios to grand marble entryways. Universal Tile and Marble Inc. is very popular within the design and decorating industry and has become a premier destination point for designers, architects and luxury homeowners alike, who are looking for the finest in natural stone tile, slabs, mosaics, decorative stone pieces and much more. We are also the largest importer of natural stone in America in slabs or tiles. We carry any size in different finishes of slabs or tiles including: Marble, Granite, Limestone, Quartz, Travertine, Slate. We also carry rare varieties of: Natural Stone Mosaic, Glass Mosaics, Subway Tiles, Natural Stone Tiles and Porcelain Tiles. Our slabs are vacuum-polished, a technique that increases the lifetime and quality of the product. The result is a product that is purchased in its purest form and it can be used in art pieces, interior or exterior wall paneling, floor settings, tile inlays and decorative mosaics for high end clientele looking for the latest in interior design trends At Universal Tile and Marble Inc., we pride ourselves on our commitment to exceptional customer service. Whether you are an architect, an interior-designer or a home owner who follows today’s design trends, you are sure to find a unique match for your valuable projects in our warehouses. Our experienced and dedicated staff takes the extra steps to help you find exactly what you need. We are proud to be part of the community since 1989.

2nd Place rUnner UP – breegan Jane, llc Address: 620 Santa Monica Blvd. Ste. B Phone Number: (424) 235-3346 Website: https://breeganjane.com/

3rd Place rUnner UP – saPPhire sTaging Address: 730 Arizona Ave Phone Number: (310) 623-2294 Website: sapphirestaging.com

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Iris Porcelain Slabs Distributed by:

Universal Tile and Marble, Inc.

Tel: 310.451.1900

1431 Colorado Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90404 Website: utminc.us

Exotic Quartzite Slabs Available in Stock Large Selection of Porcelain Tiles and Porcelain Slabs Available Your #1 Source for Natural Stones!

Thank you

Santa Monica for Voting us the Best Store in the Home Improvement and Design Category!

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BEST ART GALLERY WINNER – 10 WOMEN GALLERY Address: 2719 Main St Phone Number: (424) 433-8116 Website: tenwomengallery.com Thank you Santa Monica! As Santa Monica’s only women-owned artist cooperative, Ten Women Gallery is thrilled to be recognized by our neighbors and patrons for its unique, handcrafted, and locally-made art and gifts.

We love you too!

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BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL

BEST GYM/WORKOUT FACILITY

WINNER – CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS & SCIENCES

WINNER – OAK PARK CROSSFIT

Address: 1714 21st St Phone Number: (310) 829-7391 Website: xrds.org

Address: 1431 Lincoln Blvd.

Phone Number: (424) 280-4003 Website: oakparkla.com

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – PS1 2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – ROBERT BERMAN GALLERY

Address: 1225 Broadway Phone Number: (310) 394-1313 Website: psone.org

Address: 2525 Michigan Ave A5 Phone Number: (310) 315-1937 Website: robertbermangallery.com

By attending to each child as a unique and valued individual, PS1 Pluralistic School (grades K-6) builds a kind, cooperative, dynamic learning community that models the larger world as it should be: one that considers, honors, and welcomes every person, so all can joyfully contribute their best selves to the greater good. At PS1, fitting in is about being yourself.

Robert Berman opened his first art gallery in Santa Monica in 1979 and has been at Bergamont Station Art Center, as Santa Monica Auctions, for the last 28 years. He exhibits many New York East Village, LA’s downtown and Venice artists. His auctions are both local and international events. Join Robert for the Fall (Back) auction Sunday, November 7th starting at 1 pm at Bergamont Station Art Center: Go to smauctions.com

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – 18TH ST. ARTS CENTER

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – ST. MONICA’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Address: 3026 Airport Ave Phone Number: (310) 453-3711 Website: 18thstreet.org

Address: 1030 Lincoln Blvd Phone Number: (310) 394-3701 Website: stmonicachs.org

Menswear & Custom Clothing

We expanded to a BIGGER LOCATION in Brentwood, 10 mins from former place!

MORE Ready-to-Wear Clothing, Casual, Formal & Mens Accessories.

Custom Clothing made in house and Premium Custom Tailoring available.

Available for House Calls or you can come to our store or shop online at:

montalvomenswear.com 11777 SAN VICENTE BLVD

(310) 828-7748

CUSTOM@MONTALVOTAILOR.COM

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – F45 TRAINING MAIN ST. Address: 2000 Main St. Ste. B Phone Number: (310) 734-0314 Website: f45training.com/ santamonicamainst/home

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – 9 ROUND FITNESS Address: 1908 Lincoln Blvd. Ste. B Phone Number: (310) 310-2437 Website: 9round.com/locations

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BEST HOSPITAL/URGENT CARE WINNER – BRENTWOOD URGENT CARE Address: 1156 26th St Phone Number: (310) 829-4505 Website: urgentmednetwork.com/brentwoodurgentcare

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – PROVIDENCE SAINT JOHN’S HEALTH CENTER Address: 2121 Santa Monica Blvd Phone Number: (310) 829-5511 Website: www.providence.org/locations/saint-johns-health-center Thank you to the readers of the Santa Monica Mirror for voting Providence Saint John’s Health Center the best hospital/urgent care in the city of Santa Monica.

For over 75 years, Saint John’s Health Center has provided the Los Angeles community an amazing array of medical specialties and sub-specialties. Our services are provided with an unparalleled standard of care, and our dedication to each and every patient has earned us a reputation for clinical excellence and award-winning care.

Providence Saint John’s Health Center along with its staff, physicians and nurses work tirelessly to care for every patient’s physical, emotional, medical and spiritual wellbeing.

We make it our mission to provide cutting-edge medicine with unwavering compassion and personalized care.

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – SANTA MONICA URGENT CARE Address: 524 Colorado Ave Phone Number: (310) 394-2273 Website: urgentmednetwork.com/santamonicaurgentcare

BEST HEALTH STORE

WINNER – CO-OPPORTUNITY MARKET SANTA MONICA Address: 1525 Broadway Phone Number: (323) 990-7020 Website: coopportunity.com

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – EREWHON MARKET Address: 2800 Wilshire Blvd Phone Number: (424) 433-8111 Website: erewhonmarket.com

BEST NAIL/ HAIR SALON

WINNER – CHA SPA Address: 1132 Montana Ave. Phone Number: (310) 999-2688 Website: cha-spa.com

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – PRINT ON ME PRETTY Address: 395 Santa Monica Pl. Ste. 239 Phone Number: (818) 516-8971 Website: vagaro.com/paintonmepretty.com

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Best Jeweler/Jewelry Winner – Yale JeWelers Address: 2839 Wilshire Blvd.

Phone Number: (310) 829-0605 Website: https://www.yalejewelers.com Yale Jewelers, owned by Joe Boiadjian has been serving Santa Monica since 1978. Yale’s philosophy is simple; find something that speaks to you! Yale Jewelers specializes in engagement/wedding rings, custom design, restoration, repairs, and estate jewelry. Custom re-design of your existing pieces or restoration of your antique jewelry and watches is a passion of ours! Our main goal at Yale is not only to provide our customers with beautiful jewelry, but to provide incredible service. From start to finish.

Please come in and see for yourself

2nd Place runner uP – atelier edWard avedis Address: 101 Wilshire Blvd.

Phone Number: (310) 899-4189 Website: edwardavedis.com

3rd Place runner uP – Moondance Address: 1530 Montana Ave. Phone Number: (310) 395-5516 Website: moondancejewelry.com

BEST COFFEE SHOP

WINNER – CAFFÉ LUXXE Address: 925 Montana Ave. Phone Number: (310) 394-2222 Website: caffeluxxe.com Caffe Luxxe is a local business serving the west side community since 2006, specializing in hand crafted coffee and tea drinks which are always responsibly sourced. Owned by 2 best friends, Mark and Gary, they created Caffe Luxxe to be a European style caffe for friends and family to visit and socialize, and enjoy the best drinks and culinary treats. Winning numerous awards and accolades since opening, Caffe Luxxe continues to be grounded in its community and hand crafts every single drink.

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – DEMITASSE Address: 1149 3rd St. Phone Number: (310) 322-0959 Website: cafedemitasse.com

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – RON TEEGUARDEN’S DRAGON HERBS Address: 321 Santa Monica Blvd Phone Number: (310) 917-2288 Website: dragonherbs.com

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – COCO LUXE NAILS Address: 1924 Lincoln Blvd.

Phone Number: (310) 396-2359 Website: coco-luxe-nails.business.site

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – PRIMO PASSO COFFEE CO. Address: 702 Montana Ave. Phone Number: (323) 546-4702 Website: primopassocoffee.com

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BEST DRY CLEANER

WINNER – FLAIR CLEANERS Address: 720 Montana Ave. Phone Number: (310) 395-9354 Website: flaircleaners.com Thank you for choosing Flair Cleaners as Best of Santa Monica 2021 for Dry Cleaners! We are delighted to have served this community for 35 years. Flair is committed to providing high-quality, earth-friendly, convenient dry cleaning and laundry services. Our free Pickup and Delivery service makes dry cleaning and laundry even more convenient throughout Santa Monica and the surrounding areas. And, we use GreenEarth to keep our community and planet safe and your clothes clean and fresh. Call (310) 395-9354 or visit FlairCleaners.com to learn more about our services and how Flair Cares for the community.

For voting us: Best Health Store in Santa Monica & Culver City

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – OCEAN EXPRESS DRY CLEANERS Address: 625 Montana Ave. Phone Number: (310) 451-1816 Website: oceanexpresscleaners.com

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – CLASSY DRY CLEANERS Address: 1803 Lincoln Blvd.

Phone Number: (310) 396-9941 Website: classy-cleaners.com

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Why Vistamar? Reason #2: Challenging, innovative academics, dedicated faculty and a supportive community guarantee success.

WINNER – SWEET LADY JANE Address: 1631 Montana Ave. Phone Number: (310) 254-9499 Website: sweetladyjane.com Since opening in 1988, Sweet Lady Jane’s bakers have prided themselves on working with the best ingredients and implementing simple techniques, culminating in layers of exquisite texture, rich flavors, and perfect sweetness.

Their mission was and remains simple - they make good things even better. Their iconic Triple Berry Cake decorated in buttercream vines and fresh berries has a reputation as L.A.’s favorite special occasion cake. More than three decades later, they continue to expand with locations in Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Manhattan Beach, Encino, and West Hollywood, and a Calabasas bakery opening just in time for the holidays.

2ND PLACE RUNNER UP – URTH CAFE Address: 2327 Main St. Phone Number: (310) 314-7040 Website: urthcaffe.com

Join us at an Open House:

Dec. 11, Jan. 8

Hear all the reasons you’ll succeed at Vistamar.

More information: vistamarschool.org/admissions

3RD PLACE RUNNER UP – SMIZE CREAM Address: 395 Santa Monica Pl. #155 Phone Number: N/A Website: smizecream.com

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WISE & Healthy Aging

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Adult Day Your Trusted Source for Service Center Adult Day Service Center

The right choice for adult day care for your loved one. Socializing with peers in a safe, enjoyable environment. Trained and caring staff.

Monday–Friday

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• A safe and enjoyable environment

• Tailored activities for each participant (310) 394-9871 • Open 11 hours daily, Monday through Friday

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Addressing Early Memory Loss Using the latest research, WISE & Healthy Aging’s WISE Minds programming empowers individuals in the early stages of memory loss to impact cognitive ability, stress and depression. Our smaller group setting promotes wellness and includes activities that stimulate mind, body and soul. We offer the best that research has to offer to maximize capabilities.

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• Daily socializing with peers Day Care Resource Center A state-designated Alzheimer’s

For information: (310) 394-9871, ext. 482 • Personal care • Health2nd maintenance 1527 4th Street, Floor • Santa Monica, CA 90401 • (310) 394-9871 • www.wiseandhealthyaging.org • Purposeful recreation (therapeutic activities)

• Monitoring of changes in condition • Trained and caring staff

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Los Angeles County’s Metro system is launching a two-year pilot program for SMC students to ride its buses and light rail trains for free.

SMC Promise Program The SMC Promise provides free enrollment, a free Chromebook, and up to $1,200 in textbook vouchers to qualifying students.

Vaccination Required Your safety is our number one concern. The SMC Board of Trustees unanimously approved a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination program for the Santa Monica College community.

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