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Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Marina del Rey

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A photo of SALT Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2248)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Marina del Rey
Booked 22 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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4.5
Awesome(1388)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Marina del Rey
Booked 9 times today
The world famous Warehouse Restaurant, serving the Famous & Famished for over 40 years, can accommodate small parties to larger parties of up to 350 in our tropical Polynesian themed restaurant. Located waterside in Marina del Rey, enjoy a beautiful view of the marina and wonderful California sunsets.
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4.7
Exceptional(2302)
Price: Expensive
• American • Venice
Booked 175 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.
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4.6
Exceptional(2976)
Price: Expensive
• American • Venice
The Rose Venice is a special spot for special occasions. With its 'impeccable' food, 'stunning' service, and a charming ambiance, it's the perfect place to celebrate milestones. As one reviewer mentioned, 'we love the special occasion diners with preset menus.' Not to mention, it's a place where 'friends from all over get together to share amazing food.'
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4.8
Exceptional(157)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Culver City
Booked 10 times today
We are excited to share the return of Vespertine, Chef Jordan Kahn's otherworldy culinary narrative. More than a restaurant, Vespertine transports diners through the twisted steel and glass structure designed by acclaimed architect Eric Owen Moss. Food, beverage, music, and art are woven throughout, creating an immersive, multi-sensory evening. Awards Include2 Stars - Michelin Guide, 2019 - 2024Green Star - Michelin Guide, 2024 Most Beautiful Restaurants - Condé Nast World's 100 Greatest Places - Time MagazineAtmosphere of the Year - World Restaurant Awards
A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Marina Del Rey restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2960)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Marina del Rey
Booked 63 times today
Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House was founded in New Orleans, Louisiana by Ruth Fertel, a single mother of two who wanted a better life for herself and her two sons. She purchased "Chris" steakhouse in New Orleans which had been operated for the 38 years prior. She changed the name to Ruth's Chris when a fire forced her to move from the original location. Today, there are over 140 Ruth’s Chris Steak House restaurants across the globe. We look forward to our opening in Marina Del Rey, CA.
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4.6
Exceptional(650)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Santa Monica
Booked 12 times today
Pasjoli is an elevated French bistro from James Beard award-winning chef Dave Beran. The restaurant pays homage to French cuisine utilizing the bounty of produce available in Southern California. Rooted in classic French cooking and inspired by Parisian markets, pasjoli reflects Chef Dave’s thoughtful cooking style, showcasing his creative touches on bistro fare.We serve a five-course prix fixe menu in our dining room and our secret garden. You'll be able to select your seating preference when you confirm your reservation. Please visit our website to see the most current menu.Each evening, we have limited availability of pressed duck dinners. If you are interested in enjoying a pressed duck, please email info@pasjoli.com, and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate vegan diets.
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4.7
Exceptional(169)
Price: Moderate
• American • Venice
Booked 45 times today
The Butcher’s Daughter Venice is a plant-forward restaurant, bar, juicery, and “vegetable slaughterhouse.” Located in the vibrant Venice neighborhood, we treat fruits and vegetables with the same care a butcher would meat: chopping, filleting, and carving fresh produce into healthy vegetarian dishes and pressing them into vibrant juices. Under the guidance of our Culinary Director Richard Rea, our menu changes every season, offering 100% vegetarian dishes with many vegan and gluten-free options. We take pride in our great selection of wines, craft cocktails, and mocktails, ensuring there’s something for every taste. We also offer take-out and delivery for those who prefer to enjoy our meals at home. Named one of the best supper spots in Venice by the LA Times, we serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, creating a celebrated dining experience with in-season ingredients that nourish both body and soul.
A photo of Charcoal Venice restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(545)
Price: Expensive
• American • Venice
Booked 18 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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4.7
Exceptional(2175)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Santa Monica
Booked 14 times today
Chef Raphael Lunetta and Emilio Cuyuch chef driven neighborhood diner with rustic California dining room and bar. Lunetta serves great food paired with locally roasted coffee options, classic cocktails, large selection of craft beer and delicious wines that we enjoy drinking with our family & friends.We buy the freshest ingredients we can find. We cook seasonally because that’s what is fresh and best. We support local farmers and businesses whenever we can, because the best flavor naturally follows. Menus for Lunetta are locally sourced and responsibly grown, using seasonal ingredients based on the abundant product available on the California Coast. Our full bar features classic as well as craft cocktails using the finest in artisan spirits, mixers and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Our comprehensive wine list highlights small California producers and artisan winemakers from around the world.
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  • Ann
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a great time. Our waiter was so professional and courteous. Checked on us frequently and gave good advice about what meals you had. I was watching my salt and gd recommended mg favorite crab cakes and knew they were not salty!! Excellent service. I will go back again.
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    The WarehousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Marina del Rey
    4.5
  • Yolanda
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had a great time with friends and good food and service!
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    SALT Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
    4.5
  • David
    Los Angeles •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Another spectacular meal at Gjelina. I've made it my mission to work my way through the menu, and last night I tried the orecchiette with beef cheek bolognese, Japanese turnip and coal-roasted cabbage - all excellent. Special props to the orecchiette. The pasta was perfectly al dente, the sauce was rich and savory and the addition of the dollop of ricotta bound all the elements together beautifully. Loved it.
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    GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
    4.7
  • StevenVIP
    Los Angeles •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The Vespertine experience is off the charts amazing. This was our second visit (our first was pre-pandemic). Some things have changed about the experience, but what you truly are there for, the food, hasn't and it is absolute art. I've been a Jordan Khan fan for a long time, and every time I'm at one of his restaurants, I'm always awed by his creativity. The menu items always work together to tell a story, but the flavor profiles are so different with each course. The service is first rate knowledgable and friendly. Both times we've visited we've had a great time with the service staff. They know the menu deeply, and love to talk about it, or any other fun topic that comes up. The restaurant isn't pretentious at all. It's a bit like being at home, especially if you sit upstairs with a larger party, sitting on your patio or deck and being served the meal of a lifetime. If you do sit upstairs, definitely bring a jacket b/c it's open air. There's heaters and blankets, but it still can be chilly. We went two days ago and all of us are still thinking about he experience, and not the cost. Which is pretty remarkable considering how costly this restaurant is, but both times I've gone to Vespertine, I've left thinking, 'That was totally worth it!'
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    VespertinePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Culver City
    4.8
  • TomVIP
    Los Angeles •40 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 13 Dec 2024
    Great food in a unique atmosphere with outstanding service. Yes, it is a tad pricy, but I would gladly go back. Too bad they are closing on 12/15 after 45 years in the community. I will miss you “Rose”!!!
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    The Rose VenicePrice: Expensive• American• Venice
    4.6
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