Best Cosy Restaurants in Playa del Rey

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Beach CitiesHollywoodWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-WilshireWestside

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Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.Beverly HillsBrentwoodCentral Los AngelesCentury CityCulver City

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

204 restaurants available nearby

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1. Élephante Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(1484)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 278 times today

Élephante is cozy due to its chic ambiance. The restaurant's decor is praised by customers, who appreciate the 'custom furniture and design touches' that envelop them. The stunning ocean views and sunsets also contribute to the cozy atmosphere. Reviews consistently highlight the 'great atmosphere' and 'lovely ambiance,' suggesting a warm, inviting environment.

2. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2361)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 195 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.

3. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2200)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 18 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.

4. Dear John's

4.7

Exceptional(271)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Culver City

Booked 33 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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5. SALT Restaurant & Bar

4.3

Awesome(2263)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 24 times today

Experience SALT Restaurant and Bar at the waterfront Marina del Rey Hotel. Set against sweeping marina views, join us for Brunch, High Tea, Happy Hour or Dinner and choose from the best locally sourced California-seasonal dishes, and craft cocktails on the westside.

6. Dear Jane's

4.4

Awesome(307)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Marina del Rey

Booked 13 times today

What Dear John’s is to steak, Dear Jane’s will be to seafood. Seasoned chefs and entrepreneurs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin have teamed up again for Dear Jane's. Taking full advantage of the stunning marina view, the focus is on classic American seafood dishes prepared simply with the highest-quality ingredients by seasoned chefs. From Oysters Rockefeller to Shrimp Louie, Surf ‘n Turf and Crepes Zuzette, the menu hews to those of some of the most legendary seafood restaurants of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. It will feel familiar and upscale, yet updated and approachable.This sensibility will be on full display with hand-mixed tartare, classic caviar service, and professionally fileted whole fish. The layout of the split-level room and spacing between booths and tables are ideal for this personalized service that is begging to come back in style in this dining room.

7. Tar & Roses

4.9

Exceptional(4256)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Monica

Booked 29 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. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1744)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Marina del Rey

Booked 19 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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9. Whiskey Red's - Marina Del Rey

3.5

Very Good(2197)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Marina del Rey

Booked 3 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.

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10. Porterhouse Bourbon & Bones

4.8

Exceptional(298)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • El Segundo

Booked 12 times today

Porterhouse, Bourbon & Bones in Downtown El Segundo combines the allure of a traditional steakhouse with a contemporary, rustic appeal. The cozy, stylish interior features exposed brick, warm woods and soft lighting. Our diverse menu, crafted by our culinary team, offers a modern twist on steakhouse staples. Our signature Porterhouse steak, an array of other meats, fresh seafood, and flavorful pasta cater to all palates. Our extensive cocktail menu, including a large variety of bourbons, pairs perfectly with our dishes. We aim to create an unforgettable dining experience, melding quality, innovation, and a warm atmosphere. Whether it's a special celebration, a casual outing, or a well-deserved treat, we ensure every meal turns into a celebration of splendid food, pleasant company, and joyous times.

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DebiVIP
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
SALT offers a beautiful venue. Due to outstanding weather we were able to dine outside. Service at times was a bit slow but the staff were pleasant, friendly and helpful. While we waited for our party to arrive we enjoyed drinks on the bar patio. The bartenders are awesome and mix excellent drinks. The food was outstanding. Most of our party ordered the chicken and French toast. So yummy! I enjoyed the salmon Benedict which was delicious and the eggs were perfectly done. I chose salad for my side and it was fresh and tasty.
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SALT Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.3
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Germyna
Los Angeles •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Hostess was very nice, food good. My steak was okay, the eggs good. Hamburger good.
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Mahonri
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
You cannot go wrong with delicious food with great ambiance and environment and the beautiful view of Santa Monica beach! Everything was great even down to our service.
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Élephante Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.6
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Lawtence
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We have been looking forward to dining at Daer John’s for a long time and we were not disappoonted! The food and service were outstanding and we definitely will return. The only negative for me was the pervasive odor of the fuel used for the table candles; it made my nose run during our meal!
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Dear John'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Culver City
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4.7
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Nakul
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Jordan is an excellent server. The front desk team is lovely. Order your vegetables! So good!!
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7

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