Where’s the prettiest place you’ve never eaten? That would be Hideaway at the Oceana Beach Club Hotel, the secretive, sexy hotel nestled into a quiet residential neighborhood at 849 Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica. Why is it the prettiest and why have you never eaten there? Originally opened with a “guest only” policy (later abandoned), this little charmer boasted an adventurous (if small) “coastal California cuisine” menu, a seaside clubhouse feel, and jaw-dropping views of Palisades Park and the ocean beyond through enormous picture windows. Well, all that is about to change. Hideaway at the Oceana is now closed for a major renovation. Gone will be the clubhouse feel, to be replaced with a sleek Deco design and a fireplace. The menu will be completely revamped as well. Sumptuous sunset views will stay. Look for a December opening…