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Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Playa del Rey

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1. Gjelina
4.7
Exceptional(2410)
Price: Expensive
• American • Venice
Booked 205 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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2. Lunetta
4.7
Exceptional(2214)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Santa Monica
Booked 40 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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3. Beachside Restaurant & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1749)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Marina del Rey
Booked 21 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!
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4. Meat On Ocean
4.7
Exceptional(3476)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Santa Monica
Booked 37 times today
Meat On Ocean is a meat-centric, modern steakhouse in Santa Monica that offers both a sense of adventure and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Beyond the offerings of a world-class steakhouse, Meat On Ocean features an artisanal charcuterie bar, an exhibition dry-aging room and a variety of prime beef – from dry-aged domestic cuts to Japanese A-5. Integral to the operation is a highly trained crew of servers and butchers, who communicate directly with Guests about the beef, organically farmed chickens, house made sausages, choice seafood and more.Located on the corner of Ocean and Broadway, Meat On Ocean is steps from the action - including the Santa Monica Pier, shopping and hotels.Starting May 2024, Meat On Ocean is also your headquarters for private dining and events, with customizable spaces that are perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, wedding receptions and ceremonies, with full audio/visual connectivity.
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5. The Warehouse
4.4
Awesome(1397)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Marina del Rey
Booked 20 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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6. Wabi on Rose
4.6
Exceptional(1329)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Venice
Booked 18 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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7. Tar & Roses
4.8
Exceptional(4268)
Price: Expensive
• American • Santa Monica
Booked 40 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!
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8. Benihana - Santa Monica, CA
3.9
Excellent(4136)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Santa Monica
Booked 47 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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9. Zinqué - Venice
4.6
Exceptional(882)
Price: Moderate
• French • Venice
Booked 27 times today
Zinqué in Venice is a hot spot for its chic, low-key vibe, delicious French-inspired dishes, and extensive cocktail and wine selection. Reviewers love the 'chill yet vibrant French bistro vibe', 'great food and ambiance', and 'excellent service'. The restaurant's outdoor patio is a hit too, especially with heaters. The 'great drinks' and 'healthy choices' are also praised. It's a favorite go-to neighborhood spot and a must-try according to most reviews.
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10. Second Story - Hotel Belamar
4.1
Excellent(219)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach
Booked 5 times today
Located in The Belamar Hotel, Second Story Restaurant is a culinary hot spot where you'll find innovative cuisine, friendly service, and a chic setting. Enjoy organic produce, sustainable seafood, and hormone-free chicken on a menu that boasts a creative twist on classic California cuisine. Open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Enjoy Happy Hour specials daily.
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