Wienerschnitzel, founded in 1961, bills itself as the world's largest hot dog chain. The Santa Monica franchise is located on Pico Boulevard, between 30th and 31st streets.
This local version of the Trimana restaurant chain is located inside the Water Garden on Colorado Avenue in Santa Monica. The bright and colorful restaurant has a fun atmosphere. There are cash registers and glass counters stocked with Trimana hot sauce and coffee beans in the front of the restaurant. The dining area is open and larger than you would expect. This Trimana location is known for being quick and convenient for people on the go. The Big Salad is a customer favorite and features tomato, peperocini, parmesan, sliced eggs and cucumber. Trimana also features a coffee bar and serves their own house blend. Catering is available. Visit the website for more information
Founded by Japanese businessman "Rocky" Aoki in 1964, Benihana is known as the first chain of restaurants to bring Japanese cuisine to America. Two staples of that cuisine still stand firm: sushi, including sashimi, hand rolls and specialty rolls, and teppanyaki, the reason Benihana is so famous. Teppanyaki is a sort of culinary art form in which the chef cooks on a hibachi grill right in front of the customer, frying up your beef or chicken or seafood to order. A fun evening just blocks from the beach might include a glass of their signature "Benihana Punch," a large portion of USDA choice steak grilled in front of your eyes and possibly a couple pieces of shrimp tossed perfectly into your mouth by the chef across the table.
Subway is part of a national brand that brought the New York-style sub sandwich to the whole country. Customers can order Subway's classic subs, like Turkey Breast, Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki, Buffalo Chicken and Tuna, or choose from select subs like Roast Beef, Chicken and Bacon Ranch, and Steak and Cheese. The Big Philly Cheesesteak is a premium sub choice. Customers can also make their own sub from a selection of fresh baked breads, meats, veggie toppings, cheeses and sauces. Subway also has its $5 footlong selections. Combos are available, which include a drink and chips. Breakfast at Subway features several egg sandwiches and coffee.
