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1. Bacari PDR
4.8
Exceptional(1439)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Playa del Rey
Booked 27 times today
Bacari PDR is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 2nd restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our comfortable, intimate indoor patio or in our spacious, breezy outdoor patio. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari PDR.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari PDR is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!
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2. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge
4.4
Awesome(917)
Price: Expensive
• French • Santa Monica
Booked 43 times today
Experience the "Joie de Vivre"At LouLou, food, entertainment, fashion, and art converge into a unique, one-of-a-kind destination.LouLou’s carefully crafted menus showcase French Mediterranean flavors with a classic California twist, while honoring the generosity of artisanal and homemade ingredients, as well as local organic produce.A carefully selected wine list offers a tasteful array of wines from both France and CaliforniaNever bowing to the ordinary, whether it’s a legendary brunch, after work cocktails, elegant dinner, or corporate event, LouLou will always deliver an experience to remember.Ample parking is available in the building. We are located on the rooftop level. Suite 300
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3. Charcoal Venice
4.7
Exceptional(582)
Price: Expensive
• American • Venice
Booked 21 times today
Charcoal Venice is an inviting neighborhood restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef and Owner Josiah Citrin that was inspired by the backyard barbecues he hosts on weekends for his friends and family. As the name suggests, everything is cooked indoors over live fire – whether over charcoal or in the coals. Citrin and Chef de Cuisine Dani McNish prepare a seasonal menu of craveable comfort foods featuring locally-sourced proteins and vegetables ideal for sharing family-style. Whether diving into a platter of smoky grilled chicken wings with a beer or classic cocktail at the bar, or splitting a 48 oz. dry-aged Porterhouse and a bottle of Bandol with friends, Charcoal Venice is an everyday dining spot.
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4. Whiskey Red's - Marina Del Rey
4.1
Excellent(2198)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Marina del Rey
Booked 8 times today
Make A Reservation through our website to save your seat! Join us for Lunch and Dinner Wednesday - Sunday and Brunch Saturday & Sunday. Please contact our special event coordinators at 310-823-4522 or email whiskeyredscatering@srcmail.com to book your event. Whether you're stopping in to dine al fresco, tying the knot seaside, winding down next to a fire pit, enjoying freshly shucked oysters from our raw bar, sipping on a handcrafted cocktail from one of the largest whiskey collections in the marina, celebrating a special event with friends and family, or overlooking the smooth harbor waters during our award-winning brunch, Whiskey Red's is the hottest spot in the marina. Join us on the largest waterfront patio on the marina and enjoy mesmerizing 180-degree views of the harbor, a vibrant social scene, waterfront event spaces, and mouthwatering seafood dishes.
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5. Papille Gustative
4.4
Awesome(187)
Price: Moderate
• Farm-to-table • Santa Monica
Booked 3 times today
Papille Gustative LAFarm to table, seasonal Artisan foods, single origin, sustainably grown and certified Coffees and Teas, as well as local craft beers and organic, biodynamic wines. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Brunch . A low impact, Zero waste facility located in Santa Monica CA. Cozy private room and patio. One block to the Santa Monica beach.
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6. Meat On Ocean
4.7
Exceptional(3496)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Santa Monica
Booked 35 times today
Meat On Ocean is a meat-centric, modern steakhouse in Santa Monica that offers both a sense of adventure and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Beyond the offerings of a world-class steakhouse, Meat On Ocean features an artisanal charcuterie bar, an exhibition dry-aging room and a variety of prime beef – from dry-aged domestic cuts to Japanese A-5. Integral to the operation is a highly trained crew of servers and butchers, who communicate directly with Guests about the beef, organically farmed chickens, house made sausages, choice seafood and more.Located on the corner of Ocean and Broadway, Meat On Ocean is steps from the action - including the Santa Monica Pier, shopping and hotels.Starting May 2024, Meat On Ocean is also your headquarters for private dining and events, with customizable spaces that are perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, wedding receptions and ceremonies, with full audio/visual connectivity.
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7. Porterhouse
4.8
Exceptional(312)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • El Segundo
Booked 3 times today
Porterhouse in Downtown El Segundo combines the allure of a traditional steakhouse with a contemporary, rustic appeal. The cozy, stylish interior features exposed brick, warm woods and soft lighting. Our diverse menu, crafted by our culinary team, offers a modern twist on steakhouse staples. Our signature Porterhouse steak, an array of other meats, fresh seafood, and flavorful pasta cater to all palates. Our extensive cocktail menu, including a large variety of bourbons, pairs perfectly with our dishes. We aim to create an unforgettable dining experience, melding quality, innovation, and a warm atmosphere. Whether it's a special celebration, a casual outing, or a well-deserved treat, we ensure every meal turns into a celebration of splendid food, pleasant company, and joyous times.
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8. Sushi Enya - Marina Del Rey
4.9
Exceptional(152)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Venice
Booked 3 times today
Sushi Enya is a Japanese sushi restaurant that first opened in the heart of Little Tokyo in Downtown, LA. After five years of perseverance and experimentation in Downtown, LA, we opened our second location in beautiful Old Town Pasadena. Our third location, which opened in 2018, is located in the beach city of Marina Del Rey.Our owner Chef Kimiyasu Enya trained for over 10 years in Japan to perfect his craft.It is our goal to ensure that quality remains consistent and every experience is enjoyable for all guests.
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9. Manchego
4.8
Exceptional(1145)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Monica
Booked 20 times today
Manchego also offers walk-ins!Manchego is a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Santa Monica that focuses on delicious small plates and a cozy atmosphere. We recently relocated a few doors down, to a larger space with a romantic patio in the back.Manchego has always been one of the best kept secrets in Santa Monica, and now locals can enjoy our bigger, more accommodating space that offers outside dining on our beautiful patio. Always a great spot for romantic dates or meeting up with friends and family.We also added a specially curated Spanish wine list that offers mainly small-production, unique wines. Our Spanish wine distributor spends his time traveling the Spanish countryside, sourcing hard to find wines from small, mom-and-pop wineries. The wine list also includes a few South American selections and a great local, organic wine.Follow us on instagram at instagram.com/manchegorestaurant
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10. Capo
4.9
Exceptional(1338)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Santa Monica
Booked 11 times today
Capo, with its modern Italian cuisine, offers a rustic yet elegant dining room with high-beamed ceilings, flickering candles, museum quality art collection, and a large Tuscan-style fireplace where the chefs prepare much of our menu. Capo has an extensive wine list, earning Wine Spectator's top award, and a classic cocktail bar where our guests can enjoy our full menu alongside the warmth of the fireplace.

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