Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Beach Cities

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking restaurants that have the most scenic view in Beach Cities? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Rock’N Fish

4.8

4.8 (1674)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Manhattan Beach

About the restaurant

Voted #1 "Best Dinner Menu" by the Beach Reporter readers' survey, ROCK'N FISH, a lively local dining spot, is the South Bay's premier seafood and steak restaurant offering a fun, casually elegant atmosphere with an enclosed patio and South Bay's best looking back bar.

With a Cajun inspired menu, highlights include oak-grilled fresh fish and the finest prime steaks, ice cold shrimp and oysters, King crab legs, Australian lobster tails, American Regional specialties, chilled salads, fresh-made soups, signature sandwiches, creative pastas, and freshly made desserts.

In addition to the 300 bottles of wine, the bar offers over 200 Brands of liquor, and features our signature Navy Grogs, hand-shaken martinis, house-made Bloody Mary’s and margaritas. We are located in the heart of downtown Manhattan Beach, right up from the Pier! Come join us whether it is for an extravagant meal or Happy Hour! See you soon.

Top review

Dona

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Their signature cocktail a navy grog is amazing and the beautiful new glasses for the 25th anniversary are really pretty. They have a beautiful blue writing on them. we had a grilled artichoke so yummy all the time we tried some oysters and they were equally as yummy as nearby restaurants. Our waitress was very friendly

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Experience

$10 Happy Hour

Carbon Beach Club Restaurant (The Dining Room) @ Malibu Beach Inn

4.8

4.8 (1133)

$50 and over

Californian

Malibu

About the restaurant

Carbon Beach Club sits directly overlooking an expansive stretch of ocean and sand, forming one of the few intimate locations in Malibu where one can enjoy decadent coastal cuisine, as well as magnificent views, whether it be sunrise or sunset.

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Joe

Dined today

Daniel was an exception waiter. He was the role model for professional waiters.

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Experience

Golden Happy Hour 3pm-6pm Mon-Fri (BAR ONLY)

Experience

DineLA Dinner $65/Person

Experience

DineLA Lunch $35/Person

Cafe Pacific at Trump National Golf Club

4.8

4.8 (1309)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates

About the restaurant

Experience five-star service and exceptional cuisine at Trump National Golf Club, Los Angeles
Highly-regarded among locals in Southern California, Trump National offers upscale and casual dining facilities with breathtaking ocean views, scenic outdoor dining, exceptional wine lists and a relaxing ambiance. Open to the public for lunch, dinner and in-between, Trump National provides the perfect setting for a casual group gathering or beautiful evening out on the California coast.

Enjoy our indoor and outdoor culinary offerings Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am to 8:00pm. We look forward to seeing you for lunch, dinner and happy hour. Reservations are highly recommended.

Our High Tea is only offered Three days a week (Wed, Thurs,and Fri) from 2:00pm - 3:00pm, we do need 48 hour Advanced notice before the day of your Reservation. Please call and Book your reservation with our Hostess. (310)303-3260

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JohnVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Exceptional dining experience as always. Thank you.

Nick's Manhattan Beach

4.8

4.8 (2453)

$30 and under

American

Manhattan Beach

About the restaurant

Classic American comfort food, crave-able bar snacks, plus unique cocktails & an extensive wine list in an upscale yet casual environment. Our intimate restaurant features a chic island bar, walls of glass and a spacious covered patio, perfect for people watching. Our exhibition kitchen highlights the talents of our passionate culinary team.

Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.

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Larry

Dined 6 days ago

Great service and great food. Patio dining area was very nice but can get cool in the evenings.

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Geoffrey's Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (9179)

$50 and over

Californian

Malibu

About the restaurant

Magnificent views of the Pacific coastline complimented by waterfalls and tropical plants create a romantic Mediterranean meets Malibu atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a relaxing weekday lunch and weekend brunch or candlelit dinner with surrounding fire pits. Our international Californian cuisine can be enjoyed while spectacular dolphins and whales showcase their water displays.

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Vee

Dined 3 days ago

My new favorite spot. View was wonderful, service amazing, felt very taken care of by the manger and server ( sad forgot their names) food 20/10. Will be definitely coming back.

The Strand House

4.7

4.7 (3251)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Manhattan Beach

About the restaurant

The Strand House is a sophisticated yet comfortable family-owned restaurant conceived by a small group of South Bay families out of their love for great food, wine and friends. With floor to ceiling glass windows and 180° sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, world travelers and locals alike may come for the view, but stay for Chef Chris Park’s Coastal California Cuisine.

Our menu highlights the bounty of produce available year round in Southern California. Each week, our chefs roam the farmers market sourcing directly from the best farmers and purveyors around. The Strand House is also home to a thoughtful and carefully crafted cocktail and wine program that is sure to please each of our guests.

We are located in beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach, just steps from the famous Manhattan Beach Pier. The Strand House offers a five-star experience with the warmth and hospitality you would expect from a beach town, where each guest is treated like family.

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AnthonyVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Wonderful experience with excellent service. Try the glazed donuts for dessert!

Nelson's at Terranea Resort

4.5

4.5 (414)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates

About the restaurant

A guest favorite for casual dining, Nelson’s is perched directly above the ocean coves made famous by the 1950s television series Sea Hunt – from which this modern surf shack takes its name. The cliff-top eatery pays homage to Sea Hunt’s main character, Mike Nelson, as well as actor Lloyd Bridges’ lifetime efforts to protect the environment and the ocean. Guests enjoy coastal cuisine and a warm, friendly bar atmosphere surrounded by outdoor fire pits and unrivalled sunset views. This Southern California restaurant offers one of the most scenic locations in Palos Verdes to enjoy a meal or drink in a relaxed setting.

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Kristine

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

Excellent experience. Relaxing view. Delicious food

Pacific Standard Prime

4.5

4.5 (979)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Redondo Beach

About the restaurant

Pacific Standard Prime is a modern steakhouse with a California vibe serving seasonal and sustainable food.

We searched the planet to bring you all-natural and ethically raised beef. The menu by Executive Chef Christine Brown evolves seasonally, so there's always a new dish to discover for dinner or Sunday brunch.

We're passionate about bringing you high-quality ingredients, many sourced from natural, organic, and sustainable ranches and farms.

Pair your choices with a hand-crafted cocktail or a sustainably produced boutique wine from a variety of small, family-owned vintners, carefully curated by owner Kevin Leach and sommelier Peggy Dean.

This same philosophy informs our whiskey list, which includes over 400 selections of whiskeys, bourbons, and ryes.

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Devyn

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Such a fabulous experience here for Father's Day! Our first time here and it was incredible. The steak and eggs were absolutely amazing! We will definitely be back (:

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4.4

4.4 (3769)

$30 and under

Seafood

Redondo Beach

About the restaurant

Artfully serving quality steaks, and fresh and innovative seafood since 1986. Enjoy lunch, dinner or perhaps a special business or romantic occasion in our warm and inviting dining room.

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IsbhakVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Good food and service. Cocktails were awesome. Nice view of the ocean

Swan Thai Rpv

4.4

4.4 (65)

$30 and under

Thai

Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates

About the restaurant

Swan Thai RPV Restaurant, in Rancho Palos Verdes, crafts a tantalizing and refined selection of authentic Thai cuisine served in a friendly and sophisticated setting. The marinated shrimp lady fingers fried in spring rolls and served with sweet and sour sauce and the crispy garlic wings served atop broccoli and carrots make incredible starter options. Swan Thai RPV Restaurant's specialty dishes include the tantalizing curry with chunks of filet mignon, potato and peanuts in mild curry sauce, the crispy exotic sole fish in chili sauce with fried basil and the paradise fried rice blended with chicken, shrimp, cashew, pineapple and egg. If noodles are what you crave, Swan Thai RPV Restaurant has delicious choices, such as the crispy noodles with vegetables and gravy and the BBQ pork with egg noodles.For a sweet finish, enjoy the sweet sticky rice with coconut ice cream with a creamy Thai iced tea.

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xueVIP

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Love the food! Love the ambience. A beautiful scenery as well! Have come a few times and the service is great and food is amazing, and consistent!

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