2826 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405

About this commercial property

Once home to the iconic World Cafe, this prime Santa Monica location presents a rare chance to revive a legendary dining destination. Perfectly positioned at the vibrant intersection of Main Street and Ashland Avenue just one block from the beach and Ocean View Park the property benefits from exceptional visibility and foot traffic.Ashland Avenue features one of the area's few pedestrian-only pathways leading directly to the sand via Ocean View Park's scenic spiral path, enhancing the appeal for both locals and visitors. Ample public parking is conveniently located in adjacent municipal lots behind the property and along Main Street.The spacious, street-facing patio offers an unparalleled outdoor dining experience, setting it apart from neighboring restaurants. With a highly adaptable layout that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces, this is an ideal opportunity for an experienced operator to establish a standout concept in one of Santa Monica's most desirable coastal corridors. The sale includes both APNS: 4288-010-014, 4288-010-007. OPEN HOUSES ARE SCHEDULED FOR FOLLOWING DATES: Mon 5/19: 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5/22: 10am - 2pm, Tues 5/27: 1pm- 3:30pm, Thurs 5/29: 10am - 2pm.

Listing description from the July 2025 sale, as reported to CRMLS.

Sale history

$4,270,000

Sold July 2025 · listed $5,900,000, on market May 2025 · MLS #25539129 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Mark Cianciulli · Listing Office: The CREM Group · Contact: 323-347-1009 · Bought with: Mark Cianciulli · The CREM Group

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