The Market

I have been counting down the days until the Market would open at the Santa Monica Place mall. I had visions of something like a mix of Whole Foods and Bay Cities Deli with a few shops added on. This isn't exactly what the result was--although it's still a neat place to visit. I'd say it's similar to the Farmer's Market at the Grove except with less places to eat.

The market has a couple of sit down eateries, a few more grab/go style places, a place that doesn't sell food at all and then lots of desserts. Despite today being opening day, I was surprised to see that only some of the stands were crowded and others had room to spare.

The market is expensive. It is certainly catering toward the Santa Monica rich yuppy who loves local and fresh foods. This is not a place to go every day but instead to visit for a special snack or sweet.

I walked around the market several times and then visited Aurelie The Cookie Guru, Norcino Salumeria Cheese Bar and L’Artisan du Chocolat. I will review each restaurant separately--but don't wait for my review, stop by the Market yourself to take in all the sights, sounds and smells and sit on the patio while you enjoy your sweets and snacks.





The Market
3rd Floor
395 Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica, CA 90401
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