Chef Jeff Mahin is making California magic happen at Summer House Santa Monica. The restaurant features a wood-fired grill and an ever-changing menu that’s focused on locally sourced produce and ingredients. You’ll find lots of market veggies, Chef Mahin’s signature artisanal-bread program, an extensive wine list, and fresh-squeezed juices.

It’s bright. It’s airy. It’s cool. And when you just can’t deal with another freezing Chicago winter day, it’s that little dose of California that makes it all a little better.