With streets meandering lazily through the hills, sweeping ocean views that cover the waterfront, and jaw-dropping canyons, Pacific Palisades earns its sticker-shock asking price. It’s peopled with celebrities, executives, and a lot of high-fiving real estate agents. This close-yet-removed enclave is spooned between the Pacific Ocean and Topanga State Park, and couldn’t be better for a romantic after-dinner stroll.
Landmarks• Eames House • 203 Chautauqua Blvd
310-459-9663
Iconic house that influenced modern architecture in the ‘burbs.
• Santa Monica Steps • 4th St & Adelaide Dr
Climbing these is the most LA workout you can ever hope to have.
• Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine Temple • 17190 W Sunset Blvd
310-454-4114
Stunning gardens.
• Will Rogers State Historic Park • Sunset Blvd
310-454-8212
Hiking, picnicking, and polo. Yes, polo.
Nightlife• Pearl Dragon • 15229 W Sunset Blvd
310-459-9790
Cocktail lounge from Voda owners, full liquor license.
Restaurants• Il Ristorante di Giorgio Baldi • 114 W Channel Rd
310-573-1660 • $$$$
Memorable Tuscan cooking.
• Kay ‘n Dave’s • 15246 W Sunset Blvd
310-459-8118 • $$
Healthy Mexican with a family-friendly atmosphere.
• Marix Tex Mex Café • 118 Entrada Dr
310-459-8596 • $$$
Perfect for post-beach margaritas and tacos. Sandy patrons OK.
• Modo Mio Cucina Rustica • 15200 W Sunset Blvd
310-459-0979 • $$$
Oddly office-like outside, quiet, authentic, well-executed Italian inside.
• Patrick’s Roadhouse • 106 Entrada Dr
310-459-4544 • $$
Quintessential place for breakfast at the beach.
• Robeks • 15280 Antioch St
310-230-3991 • $
Juice, salads, sandwiches.
Shopping• Bentons the Sport Shop • 1038 Swarthmore Ave
310-459-8451
Beach clothing and equipment.
• Canyon Beachwear • 106 Entrada Dr
310-459-5070
Bathing-suit-a-rama.
• Elyse Walker • 15306 Antioch St
310-230-8882
When you want to dress cool. But not too cool.
• Gelson’s The Super Market • 15424 W Sunset Blvd
310-459-4483
When Trader Joe’s won’t cut it. Excellent foreign foods.
• Gift Garden Antiques • 15266 Antioch St
310-459-4114
Fine gifts from a smattering of decades.
• The Prince’s Table • 863 Swarthmore Ave
310-573-3667
Gifts and original paintings.
• Puzzle Zoo • 1041 Swarthmore Ave
310-454-8648
Toys to educate or palliate.
• Vivian’s Unique Boutique • 875 Vía De La Paz
310-573-1326
Vivian hands out free earrings with purchase.