Chou Chou French Pastries & Cafe Takes Over Z Garden On Wilshire In SM

It was about four years ago when I noticed that “fresh & healthy Mediterranean” restaurant Z Garden had opened a second branch at 313 Wilshire Blvd. in Downtown Santa Monica.  I’m not sure what happened, but it appears that they have vacated this location. And wasting no time whatsoever, a hastily hung banner announces that Chou Chou French Pastries & Cafe have quietly slipped in.  I’m not certain who’s behind this and there’s not a lot of information out there yet.  If you’re missing Z Garden, their other location is still open on Pico.

Update:  Read the comment below for more information…

Z Garden Opens Second Restaurant In Downtown Santa Monica

“Fresh & healthy mediterranean” restaurant Z Garden is expanding.  You may recall that original only opened at 2350 Pico Blvd. in Santa Monica about a year and a half ago.  As of Monday, they’ve opened their second branch in Downtown Santa Monica at 313 Wilshire Blvd. in the space previously occupied by Yummy Cupcakes.  Open from 8am until 10pm Sunday Through Thursday and until 12am Friday and Saturday, You can expect an assortment of classics such as falafel, fattoush, kebab, sandwiches, plates, and desserts served in a sleek dining room by extraordinarily friendly staff.  Check out their menu and read more here: ZGarden.

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Z Garden, Santa Monica Now Open

Z Garden, a sunny new bistro has just opened at 2350 Pico Blvd (at 24th) in Santa Monica.  Although the menu is still under development, the emphasis is on “fresh, healthy Mediterranean cuisine”.  Expect an assortment of classics such as falafel, fatoush, sandwiches, plates, and desserts served in a bright, minimalist boîte