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Jinky’s Replacing The Independence In Downtown Santa Monica

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Neighborhood fave Jinky’s Cafe has had a presence in Santa Monica for a while.  First as a solid breakfast spot and then as a coffeeshop.  Both locations have been abandoned, but fans of Jinky’s are in luck.  The awnings are already up on the prominent corner spot at 205 Broadway in Downtown Santa Monica, previously home to The Independence, announcing the arrival of Jinky’s to this location.  Jinky’s has five other locations across LA, and this one will offer all-day dining with beer, wine, and cocktails.

The Independence Disappears From Downtown Santa Monica

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I’m hearing from surprised readers who have noticed the permanently drawn curtains and lack of activity at Downtown Santa Monica’s neighborhood watering hole and eatery The Independence.  The Independence has anchored the corner of 2nd and Broadway since 2014, when it replaced Buddha’s Belly.  Sadly, for all intents and purposes, it appears that it has quietly disappeared.  I’ll keep my eye on the space at 205 Broadway to see what may develop…

New Dining/Drinking In Downtown Santa Monica…

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Check out what they built in the middle of The Third Street Promenade, between Broadway and Santa Monica Blvd. There’s a new beer garden operated by popular local watering hole West 4th & Jane.  And just to the north of that is a new oyster bar brought to you by nearby restaurant The Independence.  What a great idea!

Buddha’s Belly Bids Bye-Bye To Santa Monica…

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After anchoring the corner of Broadway and 2nd in Santa Monica for six years, casual Asian eatery Buddha’s Belly has now closed.  According to a letter posted in the window, the space will soon be inhabited by a new venture from the same people, The Independence Tavern.  Look for an opening of the new “rebranded” restaurant in about two months.

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