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A photo of Carbon Beach Club Restaurant (The Dining Room) @ Malibu Beach Inn restaurant
1. Carbon Beach Club Restaurant (The Dining Room) @ Malibu Beach Inn
4.8
Exceptional(1136)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Malibu
Booked 4 times today
Carbon Beach Club Restaurant is cozy due to its serene setting, overlooking an expanse of ocean and sand. Reviews rave about the 'calm atmosphere', 'beautiful setting' and 'peaceful & relaxing' ambiance. It's described as a 'tranquil location' with 'great ocean views', making it perfect for a relaxing meal. Plus, the friendly staff adds to the warm and welcoming vibe.
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2. Garden Tea at The Getty Villa
4.5
Awesome(229)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • Pacific Palisades
Booked 2 times today
We are happy to announce we have tea available on Sundays.Our Tea Room is pretty busy, dates are released three months in advance of the date of the tea service. Please e-mail us to inquire about available days VillaTea@getty.eduEnjoy Garden Tea, a special experience inspired by the herbs, vegetables, and fruits that grow in the Villa authentically re-created first-century Roman gardens.Feast on a Mediterranean-inspired menu of tea sandwiches, house-made scones, tea bread and a varied selection of teas. Tea is served in the Founders Room, an elegant space featuring floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Villa. Price $60.00 per person not including sales tax and 18% service charge.
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3. Zinqué - Malibu
4.4
Awesome(184)
Price: Moderate
• French • Malibu
Booked 8 times today
zinqué is a beloved neighborhood hotspot & all-day restaurant serving French-inspired dishes, small plates, craft cocktails & a uniquely curated wine selection. Inspired by the zinc countertop bars & cafés of Paris, many of its customers consider it a second home—a place to work, linger & socialize. Open from 7am till late, the space transforms from a European-style bistro & café, serving full breakfast with La Colombe coffee drinks & its famous Le Bowl for lunch, to full service dining at night. Live music, guest DJs, art workshops & wine tastings also make it a favorite community hangout. (zin-kæ)
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4. Élephante Santa Monica
4.6
Exceptional(1524)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Santa Monica
Booked 262 times today
Élephante is cozy due to its chic ambiance. The restaurant's decor is praised by customers, who appreciate the 'custom furniture and design touches' that envelop them. The stunning ocean views and sunsets also contribute to the cozy atmosphere. Reviews consistently highlight the 'great atmosphere' and 'lovely ambiance,' suggesting a warm, inviting environment.
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5. Tar & Roses
4.8
Exceptional(4262)
Price: Expensive
• American • Santa Monica
Booked 57 times today
Tar & Roses is a globally inspired culinary experience. Chef Andrew Kirschner has transformed his kitchen into a local and welcoming home, focused on the element of the wood fired oven to bring out the best flavor in our dishes. Coming straight from the visionary mind of our award winning chef, our menu is created with only the highest quality ingredients and fresh, local products. This attention to detail helps makes our food a perfected craft which will inspire you to be adventurous, in the most approachable and delicious way possible. When you step into Tar & Roses, you'll feel like you are coming home. Our entire staff awaits your arrival with warm smiles and thoughtful service ~ please, come share a meal with us!
A photo of The Mulholland restaurant
6. The Mulholland
4.8
Exceptional(264)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Calabasas
Booked 14 times today
The Mulholland. A new neighborhood restaurant at the end of its famed namesake Drive. We are local family-owned and rooted in two generations of hospitality expertise. At The Mulholland, we're all about taking a thoughtful approach to New American cuisine in an environment created for memorable experiences around every plate and glass. Our creative menu crafted by Culinary Director Chef Chris Flint (Eleven Madison Park, NoMad) and Chef de Cuisine Michele Carter (Barbara Lynch Collective) infuses energy into crave-worthy dishes that are artfully crafted with seasonal, local and organic ingredients. With a beverage program to match this ethos, our cocktails are playful spins on the classics and our vibrant wine list is largely organic and off the beaten path. We believe in cultivating community by providing a gathering spot where friends and families can share delicious food and drinks in our dining room and al fresco on the fireplace patio. Call again!
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7. Ivy at the Shore
4.8
Exceptional(3564)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Santa Monica
Booked 39 times today
To our Ivy family,Starting March 21st Ivy at the Shore will be open Tuesday - Sunday until the end of summer. See you soon!
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8. Orto Santa Monica
4.3
Awesome(1108)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Monica
Booked 8 times today
Orto Santa Monica is often described as cozy with many reviewers highlighting its 'charming atmosphere' and 'intimate setting'. The restaurant is said to have a 'warm ambiance' that makes you 'feel like you're in Italy', creating a cozy and authentic Italian experience.
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9. The Courtyard Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(135)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Santa Monica
Booked 42 times today
The Courtyard Kitchen is located in a historic landmark building on Montana Ave, Santa Monica. We are a full service bar and restaurant with 4 different dining spaces ranging from old world charm to contemporary upscale dining. We pride ourselves in our Neapolitan style pizza, vacation inspired Mediterranean cuisine and favourite American Brunch classics.
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10. Manchego
4.8
Exceptional(1135)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Monica
Booked 17 times today
Manchego also offers walk-ins!Manchego is a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Santa Monica that focuses on delicious small plates and a cozy atmosphere. We recently relocated a few doors down, to a larger space with a romantic patio in the back.Manchego has always been one of the best kept secrets in Santa Monica, and now locals can enjoy our bigger, more accommodating space that offers outside dining on our beautiful patio. Always a great spot for romantic dates or meeting up with friends and family.We also added a specially curated Spanish wine list that offers mainly small-production, unique wines. Our Spanish wine distributor spends his time traveling the Spanish countryside, sourcing hard to find wines from small, mom-and-pop wineries. The wine list also includes a few South American selections and a great local, organic wine.Follow us on instagram at instagram.com/manchegorestaurant
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