Enjoy casual Italian dining with this certificate for dinner for two (up to $60) of food and beverage at Pizza Antica at Santa Monica Place.

Pizza Antica: They call it modern family dining, offering the professionalism of a big city eatery with the warmth of a local neighborhood joint. The atmosphere is sophisticated without being pretentious; stylish but still comfortable.

Slide into one of the wooden banquettes and order a fabulous glass of wine while you peruse the menu. In the mood for pizza? Theirs is thin crust, Roman style using dough that proofs for nearly three days before made pies that are both chewy and crispy. Toppings are seasonal and procured from local artisans: savory cured meats, fresh cheeses, wild mushrooms, tender, organic greens.

The service staff is attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable without being arrogant, qualities that may explain their growing roster of regulars -- from pint-sized customers looking for crayolas and cold milk, to the full grown foodie seeking a wine to pair with that tasty dish of gnocchi.

http://www.pizzaantica.com