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Citrin

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$30 and under

Contemporary American

1104 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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2 people

Apr 12, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions
Charming

Citrin is a modern Californian cuisine restaurant by Chef Josiah Citrin. The attention to detail and pursuit of excellence that defined Josiah’s landmark Mélisse restaurant for 20 years thrives in this new space. Citrin is a fun, welcoming, and approachable experience. A large bar and a la Carte menu brings a fresh take on our love of hospitality and passion to deliver exciting and delicious food.

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Executive chef: Josiah Citrin

MICHELIN 1 Star2024
MICHELIN 1 Star2023

From the OpenTable editors: Located in the same Santa Monica building as his fine-dining restaurant Mélisse, one-MICHELIN-Starred Citrin is the namesake project from chef Josiah Citrin. Taste some of his now-signature dishes, like lobster Bolognese and “dirty” roast chicken, in a lively, contemporary environment with a bustling bar. Check out the popular Glass-Off happy hour to try a variety of dishes and pours of wine at more approachable prices.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 395-0881
Website
http://www.citrinandmelisse.com/citrin
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
For all inquiries, email events@citrinandmelisse.com

Location
1104 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
11th Street
Parking details
Citrin is located on the south-east corner of 11th and Wilshire in Santa Monica. Our valet parking is located on 11th street.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 237 people are saying

Citrin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Westside
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Citrin offers a "wonderful experience" with "amazing food," "tasty cocktails," and "attentive service." Guests frequently highlight the "spectacular" dishes and "creative" cocktails, complimenting the "phenomenal food" and "impeccable" service. The ambiance is "gorgeous," making it a "special place" for any occasion. While some mention portions are small, others find it "worth every penny" for the "exquisite" taste and presentation.

237 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Exceptional dining experience. The chef is one of the best in Los Angeles
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was too notch at this restaurant from the moment we walked in to the moment we walked out. At one point I spilled something on my pants and I was hoping nobody noticed but as I walked to the bathroom to clean it up the manager handed me a Tide stain remover. They really do pay attention to detail here. The food was also beyond delicious, flavors are unique and rich in flavor. There's a 4 course option, which is actually 6 course if you consider the pre and post courses. There's also an option to order a La carte, which I will try next time. The 4 course meal is $165 per person, with extra charges for specific items. Truffle and caviar there is of highest quality and well worth the extra charge to indulge. Definitely an earned Michelin star at this restaurant.
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Deborah VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
There was a very loud obnoxious table yelling next to us all night. We asked the waiter to speak to them and he told they were friends of the chef. They let them carry on all evening. Not what you would expect considering the very high prices. I would never go again! We felt like we were in a dive bar!
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Viktoria VIP
London21 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was not our first time here, and we loved it, again! I always feel like you need to visit a restaurant a few times during different times of the week/weekend to truly understand if it’s a place you would come back again and again. This place definitely is the restaurant where we will be back. Food was delicious! Menu was fantastic! Drinks were outstanding! Service, decor, ambiance, all were top notch 👌🏻
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Micaela VIP
Denver7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every dish was spectacular. Served hot, super creative and delicious. The cocktails are really creative, too!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Citrin was a wonderful experience! Amazing food, tasty cocktails, and attentive service. I would recommend changing the $$ indicator to $$$ or $$$$ but worth every penny!
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Kevin
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was exquisite. Even though our seating was a little delayed, staff went above and beyond to take care of us. Service during dinner was outstanding as well.
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RobertaN VIP
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best food and excellent service. Overall a great evening.
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Tina
Los Angeles14 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Easily one of the best meals I’ve ever eaten. Certainly the best overall meal experience we’ve had as a family. We loved it and plan to return.
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Nick
Los Angeles4 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Sat at the bar. Awful service. Delayed, missed orders, inattentive. Not what you would expect at a fine dining establishment.
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Citrin is rated 4.5 stars by 237 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 12 times today

1104 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
Cross street
11th Street
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Citrin is located on the south-east corner of 11th and Wilshire in Santa Monica. Our valet parking is located on 11th street.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.citrinandmelisse.com/citrin
Phone number
(310) 395-0881
Private party facilities
For all inquiries, email events@citrinandmelisse.com

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