Best Romantic Restaurants in Playa del Rey

107 restaurants available nearby

1. Bacari PDR

4.7

Exceptional(1400)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa del Rey

Booked 49 times today

Bacari PDR is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 2nd restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our comfortable, intimate indoor patio or in our spacious, breezy outdoor patio. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari PDR.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari PDR is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!

2. Paloma Venice

4.5

Awesome(380)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 31 times today

Paloma is a Mediterranean inspired oasis at the iconic corner of Abbot Kinney and Venice Blvds. With three distinct dining areas - indoors with velveteen banquettes and comfortable bar seating; a bougainvillea framed patio with a retractable roof; and an al fresco deck shaded with large, breezy umbrellas and lush greenery, complete with a fire pit tucked away in a corner alcove, guests will feel transported and enjoy a market-fresh menu with something for everyone.

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3. Whiskey Red's - Marina Del Rey

3.9

Excellent(2191)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Marina del Rey

Booked 11 times today

Make A Reservation through our website to save your seat! Join us for Lunch and Dinner Wednesday - Sunday and Brunch Saturday & Sunday. Please contact our special event coordinators at 310-823-4522 or email whiskeyredscatering@srcmail.com to book your event. Whether you're stopping in to dine al fresco, tying the knot seaside, winding down next to a fire pit, enjoying freshly shucked oysters from our raw bar, sipping on a handcrafted cocktail from one of the largest whiskey collections in the marina, celebrating a special event with friends and family, or overlooking the smooth harbor waters during our award-winning brunch, Whiskey Red's is the hottest spot in the marina. Join us on the largest waterfront patio on the marina and enjoy mesmerizing 180-degree views of the harbor, a vibrant social scene, waterfront event spaces, and mouthwatering seafood dishes.

4. Barrique Venice

4.8

Exceptional(1349)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Venice

Booked 52 times today

Indulge in the exquisite world of Italian cuisine curated by Chef Antonio Murè at the enchanting Little Yellow House in the heart of Venice. Driven by his Italian heritage and a deep passion for fresh, flavorful ingredients, Chef Antonio has crafted a unique style of Italian cuisine that promises a delightful experience, featuring handmade pastas, a selection of meats, traditional desserts and an extensive wine list.Join us for a candlelit dinner, perfect for your date night, special occasion, or grand celebration. Gluten-free options are also available.

5. Via Veneto

4.8

Exceptional(1081)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 8 times today

An authentic, Italian restaurant nestled in the heart of Santa Monica, VIA VENETO fuses organic, locally grown & sourced ingredients with the delicious, traditional flavors of Italy.

6. Ōwa

4.5

Awesome(50)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 31 times today

Ōwa is a return home for Sushi and Japanese cuisine on Abbot Kinney. The culinary program showcases a modern take on sushi favorites and other Japanese classics using from-scratch recipes and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The spirit center of Ōwa is an artful balance of light, floral Japanese Gins and bold Japanese whiskeys. With appearances of shōchū, yuzu, an extensive sake selection, and Japanese beer heroes, Ōwa’s beverage offerings would not be complete without several tequila and mezcal tributes that pay homage to the Mexican roots of Los Angeles. Between superb cuisine, cocktails, heart-centered experiences and the impassioned experts behind it all, Ōwa keeps the heart of restaurant culture beating in Los Angeles, starting in the holistic and tightly knit community of Venice Beach.

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7. Water Grill - Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(6024)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Monica

Booked 78 times today

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Water Grill Santa Monica is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located on Ocean Ave. across from the Pacific Ocean and steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, Water Grill Santa Monica is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Santa Monica’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill Santa Monica also offers customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.

8. Manchego

4.8

Exceptional(1125)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Monica

Booked 26 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

9. Caffe Pinguini

4.9

Exceptional(1636)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa del Rey

Booked 22 times today

We are open for curbside pickup, takeout and delivery and offering a 10% discount on all orders! Lunch will be open from 12pm-2:30pm & Dinner from 5:30pm-9:30pm.Italian owners, Tony Cotrufo and Enrico Fiorentini, both hail from Rome and have been serving fresh authentic Italian cuisine at their Playa Del Rey location since 1997. They offer homemade pastas, an excellent wine list, outdoor seating and daily specials. Caffe Pinguini was awarded with the "Marchio Ospitalita" Italiana - Seal of Authenticity". The seal distinguishes those restaurants with the highest quality of Italian hospitality.

10. Cast & Plow

4.5

Awesome(995)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 9 times today

Join us and enjoy an elevated dining experience with a waterfront view of the marina at The Cast and Plow Restaurant located inside The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey. We offer a Contemporary California cuisine for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with an Ala Carte Brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Our last seating for dinner is 9:30pm daily. This locals-favorite features fire-pit tables for dining and a full bar that is open until 11:30pm. Our fire-pit tables cannot be reserved are not guaranteed and based on availability. We will do our best to honor those who would like to enjoy outdoor dining.For large parties of 15 or more planning a special event or need private space for small business breakfast, lunch or dinner, please contact our Host Team at 310-574-4333 or email sam.davenport@ritzcarlton.com.

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Vicky
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Love the food and views! Very friendly staff and it’s a great place!
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Whiskey Red's - Marina Del ReyPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Marina del Rey
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3.9
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Bill
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent place for a light dinner with the girls. Everything was delicious and the service was outstanding!
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Bacari PDRPrice: Expensive• Italian• Playa del Rey
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4.7
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Stephanie
New York City •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
It was a delicious meal with wonderful service, except for one minor matter (our tap water was not refilled at all during our meal). Yes, it is quite expensive but sometimes a good meal is worth the splurge. The bread was fantastic as was the olive oil accompanying it. The Prosecco was very good. Our appetizers were very special — I had the bone marrow and my husband had scallops — both were among many specials offered tonight. The tomato sauce on my pasta was among the best I have ever tasted — and I come from an Italian family and have traveled to Italy multiple times. The tartuffo affogato was so good I’m not sure I can ever order one anywhere else. Is $70 a lot of money for a piece of fish? Yes it is. I can’t mislead anyone on that but quality and selection come with a price tag. If you feel like it’s time for an excellent meal then by all means treat yourself to an evening there. Your wallet will be lighter but your stomach will thank you.
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Via VenetoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.8
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SamanthaVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Unbelievable - easily one of our fave meals of the year. The scallops, quail pasta, and filet are not to be missed!!! Will def be back soon.
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Barrique VenicePrice: Expensive• Italian• Venice
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4.8
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Deborah
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Dec 2024
We had a very nice dinner pre show at Pacific Resident Theatre. Service and food was great and it was a very nice environment to catch up with friends.
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Paloma VenicePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Venice
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4.5

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107 restaurants available nearby

1. Bacari PDR

2. Paloma Venice

3. Whiskey Red's - Marina Del Rey

4. Barrique Venice

5. Via Veneto

6. Ōwa

7. Water Grill - Santa Monica

8. Manchego

9. Caffe Pinguini

10. Cast & Plow

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