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1. SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista

4.5

Awesome(1042)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Playa Vista

Booked 22 times today

Located in the heart of LA at Runway Playa Vista Shopping Center, Sol Playa Vista offers fresh, coastal Mexican cuisine, featuring a variety of taco selections like our Vampiro Taco and handcrafted margaritas like our favorite Pineapple Serrano Margarita. With an indoor-outdoor open bar, fire pits, and spacious event spaces, it’s the perfect spot for any occasion. Don’t miss Weekday Happy Hour, Taco & Tequila Tuesday, and Weekend Brunch!

2. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2458)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 180 times today

Gjelina is a restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. Open every day from 8 a.m. until 11pm, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, try 9 grain pancakes with butter and maple syrup or warm banana buckwheat loaf with butter and jam of the day. Brunch options include Moroccan baked eggs and 7 grain porridge. Gjelina offers a variety of oysters, crudo, charcuterie and salad options to start at lunch and dinner. Main courses include pizzas from our wood fired oven and entrees like duck confit, house made pastas and roasted organic half chicken.*Only ADA certified animals are allowed in Gjelina*A 20% Mandatory Service Charge is added to your check. Our belief is that every hourly Gjelina employee contributes to your service and 100% of the MSC will be distributed amongst them.

3. Bacari PDR

4.8

Exceptional(1442)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa del Rey

Booked 48 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!

4. Superfine Playa

4.8

Exceptional(229)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa Vista

Booked 6 times today

Dina and Steve Samson are on the Westside with Superfine Playa - a California osteria serving light and bright Italian highlighting fresh, local produce and true California vibes. Located at Silicon Beach’s Runway Playa Vista, the duo will offer a full-service dining experience, opening with dinner and weekend brunch. Superfine Playa features house-made pastas, wood-grilled meats and fish, and dishes highlighting seasonal produce. There is also a full-service bar with craft cocktails and a curated wine list, which focuses on family growers and winemakers. We are open daily for happy hour and dinner and brunch on weekends. Soon, we will also serve a hybrid NY and Neapolitan-style pizza made famous by Steve at Superfine Pizza in Downtown LA.

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5. SALT Restaurant & Bar

4.4

Awesome(2281)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 19 times today

Experience SALT Restaurant and Bar at the waterfront Marina del Rey Hotel. Set against sweeping marina views, join us for Brunch, High Tea, Happy Hour or Dinner and choose from the best locally sourced California-seasonal dishes, and craft cocktails on the westside.

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6. Belles Beach House

4.6

Exceptional(346)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Venice

Booked 62 times today

Owned by seasoned restauranteur Nick Mathers and Wish You Were Here Group, Belles Beach House aims to transport guests from Los Angeles to a tropical destination whilst staying in the heart of Venice Beach. An ode to the retro Tiki Bar and legendary artist Larry Bell, Belles Beach House exudes the laid back, island vibes of the 1970s serving Hawaiian-inspired dishes with a touch of Japanese influence, vibrant craft cocktails and a thoughtful wine list.

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7. Bacari Culver City

4.7

Exceptional(96)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Culver City

Booked 88 times today

NOW OPEN! Bacari Culver City is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 8th 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, indoor dining room marked with rustic mediterranean decor. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari Culver City. We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari Culver City is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon! Grand Opening Monday, April 7th!

8. Somerville

4.5

Awesome(340)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Culver City

Booked 59 times today

Intentionally located along the Slauson Corridor in Historic View Park-Windsor Hills, Somerville is an ode to the past, a toast to the present, and celebration of the progress in between. We are a progressive American dining experience that highlights contemporary cuisine while honoring the rich roots of South Central Los Angeles. Each dish captures the bold and savory essence of California, blending traditional influences with modern techniques to elevate every bite.Designed as an inviting space for locals, travelers, and culinary enthusiasts alike, Somerville cultivates community in a timeless setting, featuring a thoughtfully curated wine selection, skillfully crafted cocktails, and live entertainment -- creating the perfect backdrop for conversation and connection.

9. Paloma Venice

4.4

Awesome(407)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 37 times today

Paloma is a Mediterranean inspired oasis at the iconic corner of Abbot Kinney and Venice Blvds. With three distinct dining areas - indoors with velveteen banquettes and comfortable bar seating; a bougainvillea framed patio with a retractable roof; and an al fresco deck shaded with large, breezy umbrellas and lush greenery, complete with a fire pit tucked away in a corner alcove, guests will feel transported and enjoy a market-fresh menu with something for everyone.

10. Dear Jane's

4.4

Awesome(328)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Marina del Rey

Booked 25 times today

What Dear John’s is to steak, Dear Jane’s will be to seafood. Seasoned chefs and entrepreneurs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin have teamed up again for Dear Jane's. Taking full advantage of the stunning marina view, the focus is on classic American seafood dishes prepared simply with the highest-quality ingredients by seasoned chefs. From Oysters Rockefeller to Shrimp Louie, Surf ‘n Turf and Crepes Zuzette, the menu hews to those of some of the most legendary seafood restaurants of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. It will feel familiar and upscale, yet updated and approachable.This sensibility will be on full display with hand-mixed tartare, classic caviar service, and professionally fileted whole fish. The layout of the split-level room and spacing between booths and tables are ideal for this personalized service that is begging to come back in style in this dining room.

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Updated on 7/10/2025

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Katie
Orlando / Central Florida East •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious lunch, wonderfully fresh and inventive vegetable dishes and a perfect pizza.
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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MarvinVIP
Los Angeles •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Always great food and great times. Very intimate place to go literally a block away from the beach. Late night is even better!
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Bacari PDRPrice: Expensive• Italian• Playa del Rey
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4.8
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Joanna
Los Angeles •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 29, 2025
We had a lovely breakfast by the marina it was delicious I had some Fried Chicken with Waffles meanwhile my friend had an omelette . The service was fast and outstanding . We had an amazing experience at SALT.
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SALT Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.4
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DeniseVIP
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 28, 2025
Food was really good. Beet salad and eggplant parm were my favorites.
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Superfine PlayaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Playa Vista
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4.8
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Kay
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
Great for a large group. The restaurant was very accommodating and the staff was excellent! Esquite was delicious. All the cocktails were fantastic. Food was delivered quickly even with a group of 12 of us.
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SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa VistaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Playa Vista
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4.5

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