Category Archives: Restaurants

The Town’s Only Chinese Restaurant Closed a Year Ago

Posted on June 26, 2023 by Sue

Cathay Palisades, the Chinese restaurant on Antioch, closed one year ago, on June 26. That business space remains empty, along with numerous other store fronts in the historic Business Block building along Antioch and Sunset. Starbucks, at the corner of Sunset … Continue reading →

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Viewpoint: Do Not Support Unlicensed Eateries

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Sue

Several people have asked why this editor does not like the illegal food vendor that sets up on the sidewalk in front of Ralphs. Start with illegal. What part of illegal do people not understand? All other restaurants in town … Continue reading →

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ROCA’s Pizza Will Open , March 6, Monday

Posted on March 2, 2023 by Sue

After having lunch in the village today, writers Bill Bruns and Kenny Turan were walking on Swarthmore when they noticed activity in ROCA Pizza. “Let’s see when they’re going to start serving pizza,” Turan said. Several pizzas had just come … Continue reading →

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“High School Musical, Jr.” Filled with Joyous Fun

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Sue

How can a resident keep a smile on their face and be happy for almost 24 hours? Easy. Go to Theatre Palisades Youth Production of High School Musical, Jr. CTN previewed the show on Wednesday and is still smiling a … Continue reading →

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Infamous Sunspot Became a Sore Spot and then Was Demolished

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Sue

Carl’s Sea Air Café, built in 1938 was designed by Burton Alexander Schutt and A. Quincy Jones. It was a one-stop oasis for food, gas and a motel room at the base of Potrero Canyon. Located across from lifeguard headquarters … Continue reading →

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New Deli “Deliziosocinque” Will Open Tomorrow on Monument

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Sue

Gianbattista and Marlo Vinzoni have announced their newest venture Deliziosocinque, a delicatessen. The deli will open Tuesday, January 31, and will be located in the former space of Sweet Rose Creamery at 970 Monument, #103. The hours are 7:30 a.m. … Continue reading →

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Rae’s a Dependable Diner in Santa Monica

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Sue

Rae’s is such a dependable diner on Pico in Santa Monica, that when we moved from West L.A. to Pacific Palisades in 1994, we continue to travel there for early morning breakfasts – and of course, diner coffee. Daily, the … Continue reading →

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Cinque Terre West December 7 Wine Tasting and December 18 Brunch

Posted on December 6, 2022 by Sue

Cinque Terre West, located 970 Monument Street, is introducing a holiday brunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 18. At the carving station will be brisket, and salmon with roasted cauliflower. At the hot station, guests … Continue reading →

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Sampling and Enjoying Canadian Cuisine

Posted on December 5, 2022 by Sue

Story and Photos by CHAZ PLAGER One of the many blessings granted to California residents is the weather, which never dips below 60 Fahrenheit, even in the winter. So, you can imagine the rude awakening I had when I headed … Continue reading →

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Have a Thanksgiving Feast at The Draycott

Posted on November 16, 2022 by Sue

Maybe your family will not be in Pacific Palisades this year and you don’t want to cook for just you and your spouse. Or maybe you have been working nonstop and you can’t face the crowds at the grocery store, … Continue reading →

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