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   PJGar

   Los Angeles

   17 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   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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   nikmatb

   Los Angeles

   4 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great food and and friendly staff

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles

   10 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   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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4. JL

   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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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on March 10, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Everything was impeccable!

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6. PS

   PSGGo

   San Diego

   47 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   47 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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   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

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

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   Kingari

   Los Angeles

   28 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   28 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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10. 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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11. 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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12. 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

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

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    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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14. AG

    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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15. 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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16. JC

    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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19. 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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21. BC

    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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24. 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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25. SG

    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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26. 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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27. 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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31. 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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32. GW

    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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33. OT

    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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    TheViv

    San Antonio

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    From the Manager working at the reception desk, to our Server, Alex, and to Chef Fabio, everyone was wonderful. The menu was varied and interesting and the food was perfectly prepared and delicious. The Management and Staff had to overcome difficulties caused by a rainstorm that made dining on the favored outside terrace impossible and they handled it masterfully.

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food great service unbeatable view

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    お店の方の対応もよく、料理も美味しく適量で、大変満足できました。

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    DanaR

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We ate outdoors. Love So Cal. White truffles tasting menu. Amazing. First time at Mar’sel. Won’t be our last.

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    Steve

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall1food5service4ambience1

    The worst experience I've ever had at mar'sel. While the food was outstanding and the service overall very good, they allowed a large party to have their Christmas party and white elephant gift exchange in the middle of the main dining room. The group was loud and obnoxious and truly spoiled the evening for me. The management staff could have easily put them into one of their side rooms so they could enjoy their party and not disturb the rest of the restaurant. I'm not sure I'll ever go back to mar'sel.

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    WendyL

    Los Angeles

    20 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience3

    We had an early reservation and waited over an hour for drink orders and appetizers. By the time they came for drinks we were too hungry and went straight for dinner. Portions were small and bland. Two people that ordered filet mignon had to return it and one returned cooked correctly but cold. We ordered 3 desserts, only two came to the table and were inedible. Such a bummer. This was a special girls night celebration and was very disappointing.

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food, amazing staff! Thank you for making our dinner so special!

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