mar'sel at Terranea Resort

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   Amazing service views and Steve our service was 5 star

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   Foodie

   Tampa

   49 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   49 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall4food4service5ambience5

   Waiter was exceptional. A rare treat. Food was fantastic except our salad arrived unwashed. My first bite was filled with sand. My John Dory fish entree was so fishy that I don’t know how the chef served it. My replacement dish was halibut And it was to die from. Absolutely one of the most delicious pieces of fish I have ever had. I’m giving the restaurant four stars because the server was out of this world, his assistant was equally fantastic. All the food, especially the cheese selection was five star the challenge was getting through a bad salad and an old piece of fish. They can do better

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service4ambience5

   I was welcomed into the establishment. It was beautiful, and our waitress was kind enough to fulfill my wishes for my wife’s birthday, and gave us the best view. The food was absolutely amazing, and I love the portions. Definitely recommend.

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4. ZS

   ZainaS

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Birthday was awesome great steak and service without inside next to a beautiful fireplace because it was too windy to sit outside but hopefully in the summer time I will be perfect for outdoor seating

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   Ddmgios

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   vip
   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall2food2service1ambience2

   I’m no stranger to upscale dining, but this experience was completely not even close to being worth the $650 that we spent for five people which included only two cocktails and three appetizers. A $20 gem lettuce salad had literally 10 small pieces of lettuce. It looked like the salad had been split four ways! The lamb that I had was a two bone chop that was half fat so I had about six bites of lamb. The service was extremely slow. It took forever to get two drinks, and I found the overall atmosphere has really gone down, we’ve been at this restaurant several times pre-Covid and it was much much better and I don’t ever remember the portions being so extremely small. Will not be going back. So not worth it.

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6. PJ

   PJGar

   Los Angeles

   17 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on March 19, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Not our first time and will not be our last. Eating at Mar’sel reminds one of pre-Covid days when fine dining meant excellent service and excellent food. We were greeted with beautiful smiles by the hostess, the servers and at the end by the manager. During our dinner we never had to request for additional water or wait to request a beverage or course. Everything was timed perfectly. The smoked salmon that my partner ate and the Avocado Toast I had as first courses were delicious. The Sea Bass perfectly cooked in a delicious broth adorned with pumpkin blossoms. For desert I request the chia pudding listed as a first course for brunch and the staff did not flinch to accommodate my request. If I had to make one constructive criticism, it would be that the Caipirinha should be sweeter. Otherwise *****+

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7. MH

   MikeH

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 19, 2023

   overall4food4service2ambience4

   We had a lovely meal at Mar'sel. The food was very good, but also very expensive as you would expect from any restaurant on a resort of this nature. The manager was very kind to ask us about the temperature and reseated us right away when I commented that it could be a little warmer (we were near the door on a chilly evening). And at the end of the meal, they surprised us with a custom desert for our anniversary, which would have been an amazing gesture if we weren't already eager to finish up. Which brings us to.. The mark against, really, was just the rest of the service. We probably left the restaurant over an hour later than we should have, even given the relaxed pace of the meal, if the server had been attentive. He simply disappeared for very long periods of time, repeatedly. It would have been truly comical if we didn't have plans afterwards. I can only recommend Mar'sel if you have your entire evening to burn.

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   Jenzie

   Los Angeles

   20 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on March 19, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Our experience was absolutely incredible! The food was divine, the atmosphere was lovely, and the service was magical!

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   nikmatb

   Los Angeles

   4 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on March 18, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great food and and friendly staff

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    With gorgeous ocean views and spectacular service, Mar Sel does not disappoint if you don’t look at the prices of the wines!

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    JuliL

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is or favorite restaurant in Palos Verdes . My Husband ordered the veal and I ordered the lobster pasta . I do wish they jars option pasta without seafood though. The service was amazing. We already have our reservation booked again.

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12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was impeccable!

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    PSGGo

    San Diego

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful dinner experience. We had an early reservation and the hostess was friendly and helped us find a great table outside despite the cold. The heaters were great and we didn't mind bundling up a little to right outside next to the water. Quintessential vacation feeling! Our waiters, Felix and Horacio, were friendly and helpful and fun. Great drink and food recommendations, accommodating our requests. We were celebrating a special anniversary and they made it feel extra special. Great drinks. Great food. Loved the chianti by the glass was exceptionally good. Pot de creme for dessert. Perfect. Beautiful. Thank you!

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14. A

    Austin100

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had the most amazing dinner above the water, the food was incredible, the service was impeccable and ambiance was second to none. A world class establishment, will be frequenting in the future for all the most special occasions!

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    KELS

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    10/10 blew me away! Both incredible service and food - will definitely be coming back

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    Kingari

    Los Angeles

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Superb service and ambience- entrees not fantastic- halibut portion and quality not upto par-plated not so appealing-

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was great! We love MarSel! The food is delicious! The service is impeccable. We recommend it to anyone who enjoys an elevated dining experience.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Amazing food with even better service! Highly recommend.

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lovely evening, great food, but portions very small for the price

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    Kingari

    Los Angeles

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Perfect setting for delightful 3course brunch with every item perfect- from avocado toast to soup to shrimp cocktail, entrees and dessert!! Thank you!

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    ArleneG

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a wonderful Sunday brunch. Started off with 3 different appetizers- I had salad, my friend had soup, and another had the avocado toast. We ate all of it. :-) For the main course, we all ordered the steak and shrimp, and it was delightful. Perfect portion. Finished our meal with a platter of 3 different desserts which was presented in a very special way for our Girls' Day out! This was not my first time at mar'sel and will definitely go again in the future.

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    60th Birthday

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    JamesC

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My wife and I were celebrating our 2nd wedding anniversary @

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    Sammy

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The best dining experience I’ve had in many years. As somebody who is that fine restaurants all over the country.

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    TerWak

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    After listening to the two hostesses debating whether to give us table 15 or 22, and then being told they would give us a good table, we found ourselves sat right next to a harp! One of the hosts (manager?) suggested we move when we were seated, which we gratefully accepted. Our server was pleasantly efficient, and the service was paced well. Except when our sever recited the specials he was much more interested in what was going on at the tables around us. He didn’t maintain eye contact, or really look at us while he was talking and was strangely detached, like we weren’t important enough for his full attention. The food was mediocre for the price and definitely not worth the $300 price tag for two. We were celebrating a birthday and at the end of the evening when our server asked if we enjoyed ourselves because the birthday guest was “ very quiet” it sounded very judgemental. Since when does a server comment on a guest’s behavior?? Very weird and inappropriate. I get that mar’sel is part of Terranea and of course is therefore over priced, but idk …. the whole vibe felt off. Lots of staff to provide top customer service, but it definitely missed the mark. Left feeling kind of not taken care of in a very weird way. We won’t be back.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was absolutely delicious…honestly the best halibut and scallops we have ever had! All the waitstaff was attentive and very well trained.

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    Lisa

    Los Angeles

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The indoor dining is always a treat. The room feels warm but luxurious. We had the very best waiter, Jeffrey, who always makes everyone feel Special. Service impeccable and the food was very good.

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    BCandella

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing service we felt like the king and queen of England, and it was just the two of us, and we were not even celebrating anything. The views were spectacular overlooking the ocean even though it was night you could see the twinkles of the ships, the stars and the coastline, the food was on point delicious and amazing presentation. The only downside is that the portions were a little on the smaller side so we had to order a cheese course so that we wouldn’t be hungry after the place to take your out of town guess or to celebrate or like us if you just wanna get away for the evening.

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    mback99

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We went to Terranea to celebrate our anniversary. Mar’sel never disappoints. Great food, great service. Terranea - in its entirety - is a great example of how to train guest facing team members.

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    QBwashere

    Los Angeles

    139 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    139 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Perfect date night choice with cozy fireplace warming the windy January climate. Felix is a pro waiter & offered both wine & caviar recommendations. Our guests have very different tastes in wine & Felix made sure everyone was satisfied. We ordered both fish & beef specials to share & also shared a dessert, it was a delicious & relaxing evening!

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Service is always top notch. We’ve been coming here for over 7 years and it’s always a great time. Food is excellent. Wish they had one more salad choice. They also used to have a fantastic charcuterie board a couple of years ago that they no longer offer.

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    SueG

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience3

    5 people at dinner, so many food selections were tasted. Very disappointed in much of the food. Soup was lacking any flavor. John Dory preparation was less than stellar. Halibut was tasteless. Burratta was good, but not excellent. It’s a very nice room and service was excellent. Music too loud and detracted from the ambiance. On the basis of this experience, I would not recommend the restaurant for the food.

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    It’s not like how they use to be.

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience5

    Food was OK – a little bit pricey for what you got, but the view is beautiful! Service was a bit lacking

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    DAYNAG

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Anniversary

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    Susan

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful dining experience, incredible service, breathtaking views and mouth watering flavors!

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    IldikoH

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    We went there for our 41st Anniversary. The service was excellent. It was dark so we never saw the ocean. The food was very good. The Caesar salad was OK but very much over priced for what you get. Would never order again. The oysters were excellent.

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38. T

    Tony49

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great place to enjoy an elegant meal while staying at Terranea. The food was great! Filet mignon and the sea bass were GREAT, cooked perfectly. Only one notch star down with service as it took three different requests with three different servers to get more bread. This was impactful as we were trying to enjo some with our soup

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    GW000

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great good , great service!! Must try!!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Yesterday was a milestone birthday for me and dinner here was an AMAZING experience for my husband and I. We had outstanding service at every interaction from each person who works there, but especially Steven and Myra. I was sincerely impressed at the care and attention to detail they provided to create a very satisfying experience. The food was so delicious!! My husband and I shared the ribeye steak. They kindly were able to make an accommodation for crab legs on my birthday since it was not on the main offering and I was thrilled and beyond grateful. The ambiance was beautiful combination of stunning ocean views and elegance. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and will definitely come back. THANK YOU!!!!

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