Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Playa del Rey

13 restaurants available nearby

1. Massilia

4.5

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 21 times today

Massilia is a Marseille-inspired brasserie with culinary influences from the South of France, Italy, Spain & North Africa. SUN – THURS Bar open til 11pm / Kitchen open til 10pm | FRI + SAT Bar open til 12am / Kitchen open til 11pm | MON – FRI Enjoy 50% off all craft cocktails & wines by the glass from 11am – 6pm

2. La Vecchia Cucina

4.9

Exceptional(2090)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 20 times today

La Vecchia Cucina has been Santa Monica, California's finest neighborhood Italian restaurant since 1990, located by the blue Pacific on historic Main Street. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite, a full course dinner, an evening snack, or something in between, La Vecchia Cucina offers outstanding Italian cuisine, a great wine list, a luxurious selection of desserts, a full bar, great service and a relaxed atmosphere.

3. Chinois on Main

4.8

Exceptional(2354)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Santa Monica

Booked 15 times today

Wolfgang Puck's second restaurant opened in 1983. A unique blend of Chinese and French fusion explodes with flavors unheard of before. Imitated but yet never captured to this day this fusion of flavors keeps you craving and coming back for more. The food is served family style, creating a fun sharing experience that brings people together. The trend setting open kitchen where you can sit and eat while you watch the dance of the chefs working in unison. ***If you are interested in reserving our dining counter please make a request while making a reservation since seating is very limited***

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4. JW Steakhouse - Marriott LAX

4.7

Exceptional(876)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • LAX / Westchester

Booked 18 times today

Indulge in diverse and delectable fare at JW Steakhouse. Enjoy made-to-order, locally sourced steaks and fresh, sustainable seafood at our signature restaurant near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). JW presents a creative steakhouse menu and an award-winning Wine Spectator wine list, amid an exciting open-kitchen atmosphere. Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors. Open for over 15 years, our restaurant near LAX has built a strong reputation on big taste and bold flavors, earning it raves from locals and travelers alike. The relaxed atmosphere and impressive views of our steakhouse create a sophisticated ambiance which marries well with our quality of service and sumptuous cuisine, making it an ideal dining experience.

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5. Tangaroa Fish Market & Raw Bar

4.3

Awesome(95)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Culver City

Booked 1 time today

Tangaroa Fish Market and Raw Bar is a New Zealand (Kiwi) themed fresh seafood market and restaurant. It gets its name from one of the Maori gods, Tangaroa, who is the god of the Oceans (similar to Poseidon in Greek mythology). Maoris are the native people of New Zealand, which is The owner's heritage. Culturally our fish market is unique, as it's New Zealand themed flavored with a Maori touch, which includes some of the great fresh seafood directly from New Zealand's shores.

6. Fia Steak

4.9

Exceptional(353)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 9 times today

Fia Steak is a love letter to the classic steak house, and new sister restaurant to Fia. The intimate 48-seat restaurant offers three distinct experiences with the energetic Grill, elegant Dining Room & intimate outdoor Patio. The heart of the restaurant is the Grill, where guests can catch the theatrics of live cooking on a wood-burning fire. Chef Chris Alvarez-Jett offers a menu of steakhouse classics, featuring the finest cuts of U.S. beef, as well as handmade pastas & fresh fish from across the globe; Japanese A5 Wagyu & USA Prime beef, "Bubbles & Bumps", featuring great champagnes, paired with "bumps" of the finest caviar, to make every night a celebration. Expect tableside Steak carving of our large format steaks, which complement the stellar service provided by the all-star hospitality team.

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7. Novikov Beverly Hills

4.6

Exceptional(68)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beverly Hills

Booked 27 times today

Novikov Restaurant Beverly Hills is a renowned restaurant known for its upscale dining experience and Italian -inspired cuisine. The restaurant combines the culinary expertise of Chef Luca with the sophisticated ambiance of Beverly Hills, offering a menu that highlights fresh and vibrant flavors from Italy. Diners can expect an array of seafood dishes, salads, grilled meats, and vegetable-based creations, all prepared with a modern twist and presented with artistic flair. The chic interior design and attentive service add to the overall experience.

8. Terra - Eataly

4.5

Awesome(3666)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Century City

Booked 135 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Los Angeles, Terra is a rooftop restaurant featuring a wood-burning Italian grill and views of the Hollywood Hills. Named for "earth" in Italian, Terra's menu is centered around the grill, resulting in earthy dishes paired perfectly with botanical cocktails, premium Italian wines, and more.DINING EXPERIENCETo ensure the best quality service for all of our guests.

9. Melisse

4.9

Exceptional(1996)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 3 times today

Chef & Owner Josiah Citrin has revived his Michelin 2-Star institution with an intimate, 14-seat restaurant with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama. In a setting that blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, Chefs and service staff guide guests through a 2.5-hour culinary experience.Collaborating with California farmers from San Diego to Napa Valley, Chef Josiah sources the most unique and exclusive ingredients available. An 8-course tasting menu is bookended by canapés, amuse-bouches and mignardise, all of which showcase global flavors using both modern and classic techniques.

10. Fanny's

4.7

Exceptional(602)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Mid-Wilshire

Booked 20 times today

Named after Fanny Brice—the legendary movie, vaudeville, theater, and radio star portrayed by Barbra Streisand in her Oscar®-winning role in Funny Girl (1968)—the striking two-story, 10,000-square-foot space, conceptualized by the late architect Osvaldo Maiozzi, features a chef-designed open kitchen, elegant bar, and captain-based service style that nods to a bygone era, and offers diners cuisine by Chef Jun Bum Oh, with the support of Chef Eric Klein, SVP Culinary for Wolfgang Puck Catering. The restaurant is supported by Wendy Stark Morrissey, Brice’s granddaughter.

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Julievip
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Such a beautiful restaurant with a wonderful staff, and consistently excellent food. I’ve been dining there for 25 years. The best Chinese chicken salad, delectable duck pancakes/crepes, crab cakes, vegetable rice, beef, and dessert! Our server Cheryl was superb!
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Chinois on MainPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Santa Monica
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4.8
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Nathanvip
Los Angeles •73 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
IMHO this is one of the best Italian restaurants I’ve eaten in. Everything is Michelin quality from the moment you walk in the door. The host welcomes you and takes you to your table and the culinary experience begins. Chef Mark Mollica’s open kitchen is humming with food prep and the dishes are perfectly prepared. We’ve had several different dishes and they all are Michelin quality.
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La Vecchia CucinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.9
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Ozzie
Vancouver / British Columbia •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
we were a party of four. Two of us are vegan and thoroughly enjoyed the vegan menu options. They exceeded our expectations. Our server grace was accommodating friendly, and you can see clearly that she loves working there. We had a great time. Would definitely return.
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JW Steakhouse - Marriott LAXPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• LAX / Westchester
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4.7
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Mark
Los Angeles •68 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great cocktails, food and service. The 8 hour lamb shank was amazing, the ratatouille and Brussels sprouts were amazing. Wine prices are too high. Côtes du Rhône at $60 is ridiculous
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MassiliaPrice: Expensive• French• Santa Monica
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4.5
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Elizabeth
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
The food was amazing. The service impeccable, great suggestions and care. What a wonderful experience.
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Tangaroa Fish Market & Raw BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Culver City
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4.3

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Massilia

2. La Vecchia Cucina

3. Chinois on Main

4. JW Steakhouse - Marriott LAX

5. Tangaroa Fish Market & Raw Bar

6. Fia Steak

7. Novikov Beverly Hills

8. Terra - Eataly

9. Melisse

10. Fanny's

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