July 13, 2026

Business Spotlights: Best of the Westside

The Santa Monica area is full of amazing businesses –– and it’s our job to make sure you know all about them.  Here are a few:

Storefront for 'cookie good' with a blue circular sign, white brick exterior, and pumpkins on a counter inside the curved window openingCookie Good

When the going got tough, owners Ross and Melanie Canter got baking.  Today their 12 year-old shop on Wilshire Boulevard is a favorite of locals and celebrities alike.
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Exterior of Westside Comedy Theater building with a red/black mural, entrance door, and ticket signs visible on the wall.”,Mi’s Westside Comedy Theater

Owned and operated by members of the comedy troupe Mission IMPROVable, this 90 seat theatre offers comedy classes and more than 50 live shows each month.  Howie Mandel, Tig Notaro and Dana Carvey have all performed there.
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Record Surplus Santa MonicaRecord Surplus

This store is the kind of place that reminds you why people still love digging through bins, flipping jackets, and finding music the old-fashioned way.
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Assorted dishes on a tiled table around a white and red scalloped placemat featuring the Cosetta logo centerpiece.Cosetta

With its coastal charm, vibrant energy, and that irresistible fire pit, this Italian favorite in Ocean Park isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a vibe.
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