World Café

by Monica
(Los Angeles)

is located on a prominent corner of Santa Monica's (CA) trendy, lively Main Street. The restaurant has been a fixture on the street for 20 years and has the only large patio fronting the street.

By day, it's great for al fresco dining and people-watching, though every evening it turns into a fairyland with heaters and twinkly lighting - perfect for couples looking for a romantic setting.

The cocktail bar is artsy, hip, and lit for romance. The extensive wine list can only help a romantic evening. If you haven't come with a date, you may find some new friends any night of the week, and for more space to talk, move into the Lounge with its honeycomb wall and low sky-blue seats.

The Dining Room also provides plenty of things to gaze at, if you aren't completely focused on your dining companion, but we'll bet that you'll both be transported by the fabulous, varied menu and friendly service, as well as the ambiance here!