Best Cozy Restaurants in Playa Vista

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1. Ritrovo Playa Vista

4.8

Exceptional(100)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Playa Vista

Booked 6 times today

We pride ourselves in offering great atmosphere for family and friends. Deva and Ivan (the husband and wife team) wanted to offer here in Playa Vista a little piece of Italy and brought wonderful recipes along for their guests to enjoy.We invite you to come and enjoy a pleasant visit with a wonderful wine selection to go along with your meal and a homey environment.

2. Felix Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2625)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Venice

Booked 12 times today

Felix Trattoria embodies a philosophy of seasonality, warm hospitality, and the deeply rooted culinary traditions of regional Italy, lead by Chef Evan Funke, who is a culinary storyteller, a custodian of Italian tradition, and a master of the old world techniques of handmade pasta.

3. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2254)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 152 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. SALT Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(2233)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 13 times today

Experience SALT Restaurant and Bar at the waterfront Marina del Rey Hotel. Set against sweeping marina views, join us for brunch, happy hour or dinner and choose from the best locally sourced California-seasonal dishes, and craft cocktails on the westside.

5. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2161)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 21 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.

6. Dear John's

4.7

Exceptional(233)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Culver City

Booked 22 times today

In 1962, Johnny Harlowe made the jump from the silver screen to chef and owner of Dear John’s. Convinced by his pal Frank Sinatra, Johnny opened the iconic spot just a ways down from Sony Studios on Culver Blvd. It became the watering-hole for the Hollywood elite with Sinatra often in the corner playing the piano against the dark brick walls once lined with portraits of famous John’s. Seasoned chefs and entrepreneurs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin have teamed up to re-open Dear John’s with an updated classic American menu and old-school cocktail list.

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7. Belles Beach House

4.6

Exceptional(282)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 28 times today

Belles Beach House is a cozy spot that transports you to a tropical paradise. The laid-back island vibes, vibrant craft cocktails, and Hawaiian-inspired bites with Japanese influence make it feel like a chill, relaxed retreat. Reviewers rave about the 'cool vibe inside', 'great ambiance', and 'welcoming staff', making it a perfect place to unwind and enjoy some delicious food.

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8. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1726)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Marina del Rey

Booked 20 times today

Overlooking Mother’s Beach, Beachside Restaurant & Bar is the destination for waterfront dining in Marina del Rey. Enjoy Californian cuisine with a Latin twist in a lively setting featuring a full bar, indoor dining room, and an oceanfront patio just steps from the sand for a truly unique al fresco experience. Open for brunch, dinner, and happy hour—plus, our dog-friendly patio welcomes your four-legged friends!

9. Wabi on Rose

4.5

Awesome(1313)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 20 times today

This local hot spot suffered a fire in 2018 and triumphantly returned in 2020. With Chef Rain's innovative cuisine and vibrant bar scene, Wabi on Rose embodies the Rose Avenue lifestyle. Sexy, contemporary design, frames this hip spot with a chic outdoor seating area. Neighborhood regulars enjoy the fresh-caught, Pacific Rim, sushi inspired menu,and live fire grill. Swimsuit to business suit, all are welcome.

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10. Simonette at Palihotel Culver City

4.5

Awesome(705)

Price: Moderate

• French • Culver City

Booked 42 times today

Simonette is an all-day café, bar and bistro inspired by the traditions of classic French neighborhood cafés.Located in the heart of downtown Culver City, Simonette is the perfect spot for an early morning espresso and croissant on your way to work, a leisurely lunch, an ice-cold Rosé or signature cocktail at Happy Hour, a delightful dinner date, or to finish your evening with a digestif.

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VeniceMomvip
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Best restaurant in Venice. From the food to the service, Gjelina is a must do in LA.
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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Sandeep
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The pasta is incredible and the freshness amazing. The Foccaaia was a class apart. Service and knowledge of staff was top notch. Only thing I’d say is the $26 glass of wine was way out of whack with value. Unfortunately this is true at all restaurants now. To have hand made pasta at this level makes this a restaurant worth spending your hard earned money on.
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Felix TrattoriaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Venice
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4.7
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Victorvip
Los Angeles •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lunetta is outstanding in every way. Food is creative and delicious. Service is friendly and responsive. Prices are so reasonable. Parking is a dream.
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Tekela
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
They consistently have good food and great service.
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Ritrovo Playa VistaPrice: Moderate• undefined• Playa Vista
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4.8
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Mary Beth
Los Angeles •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was delicious. I had a cheeseburger and my friend had the lobster bisque. We stayed inside since it was chilly outside. It was also chilly in the restaurant as well. Service was great!
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SALT Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.5

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221 restaurants available nearby

1. Ritrovo Playa Vista

2. Felix Trattoria

3. Gjelina

4. SALT Restaurant & Bar

5. Lunetta

6. Dear John's

7. Belles Beach House

8. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

9. Wabi on Rose

10. Simonette at Palihotel Culver City

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