Best Restaurants for Foodies in Marina del Rey

57 restaurants available nearby

1. Vespertine

4.8

Exceptional(143)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Culver City

Booked 10 times today

We are excited to share the return of Vespertine, Chef Jordan Kahn's otherworldy culinary narrative. More than a restaurant, Vespertine transports diners through the twisted steel and glass structure designed by acclaimed architect Eric Owen Moss. Food, beverage, music, and art are woven throughout, creating an immersive, multi-sensory evening. Awards Include2 Stars - Michelin Guide, 2019 - 2024Green Star - Michelin Guide, 2024 Most Beautiful Restaurants - Condé Nast World's 100 Greatest Places - Time MagazineAtmosphere of the Year - World Restaurant Awards

2. Felix Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2615)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Venice

Booked 87 times today

Felix Trattoria embodies a philosophy of seasonality, warm hospitality, and the deeply rooted culinary traditions of regional Italy, lead by Chef Evan Funke, who is a culinary storyteller, a custodian of Italian tradition, and a master of the old world techniques of handmade pasta.

3. Gjelina

4.6

Exceptional(2247)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 193 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.

4. Citrin

4.6

Exceptional(183)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 13 times today

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.

5. The Rose Venice

4.5

Awesome(2949)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 63 times today

The Rose is an iconic restaurant in the heart of Venice, serving locals and travelers alike since 1979.The Rose presents modern California cuisine that is globally influenced and seasonally driven by local farms. The menu is complimented by a thoughtfully curated wine list, highlighting boutique producers focused on self sustainable practices. The bakery celebrates American classics, as well as some of the original Rose classics, re-conceptualized with their innovative techniques. The sprawling space has indoor and outdoor dining areas including ample patio seating, a full market and bakery, coffee bar, and 40-foot craft-cocktail bar. If you're unable to find a reservation at your desired time don't worry, we always reserve some of our service areas for walk-in traffic for all services.

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6. The Butcher's Daughter

4.6

Exceptional(159)

Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

Booked 59 times today

The Butcher’s Daughter Venice is a plant-forward restaurant, bar, juicery, and “vegetable slaughterhouse.” Located in the vibrant Venice neighborhood, we treat fruits and vegetables with the same care a butcher would meat: chopping, filleting, and carving fresh produce into healthy vegetarian dishes and pressing them into vibrant juices. Under the guidance of our Culinary Director Richard Rea, our menu changes every season, offering 100% vegetarian dishes with many vegan and gluten-free options. We take pride in our great selection of wines, craft cocktails, and mocktails, ensuring there’s something for every taste. We also offer take-out and delivery for those who prefer to enjoy our meals at home. Named one of the best supper spots in Venice by the LA Times, we serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, creating a celebrated dining experience with in-season ingredients that nourish both body and soul.

7. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2156)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 45 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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8. The Penthouse Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(4285)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 34 times today

The Penthouse Restaurant is a foodie's delight, offering a unique rooftop dining experience in Santa Monica with panoramic ocean views. The contemporary Mediterranean-inspired California cuisine is consistently praised for its high quality, as reflected in the high ratings for food. The ambiance, service, and overall dining experience also receive high praise, with many customers stating it's worth the high prices.

9. Charcoal Venice

4.6

Exceptional(526)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 39 times today

Charcoal Venice is an inviting neighborhood restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef and Owner Josiah Citrin that was inspired by the backyard barbecues he hosts on weekends for his friends and family. As the name suggests, everything is cooked indoors over live fire – whether over charcoal or in the coals. Citrin and Chef de Cuisine Dani McNish prepare a seasonal menu of craveable comfort foods featuring locally-sourced proteins and vegetables ideal for sharing family-style. Whether diving into a platter of smoky grilled chicken wings with a beer or classic cocktail at the bar, or splitting a 48 oz. dry-aged Porterhouse and a bottle of Bandol with friends, Charcoal Venice is an everyday dining spot.

10. Tar & Roses

4.8

Exceptional(4204)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Monica

Booked 51 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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Joevip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •93 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was, without a doubt, one of the top 5 dining experiences of my life; I told the waiter it was the USA's answer to Noma. Unbelievably creative, visually stunning, absolutely delicious food with exquisite service; it should be on everyone's bucket list.
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VespertinePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Culver City
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4.8
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Samvip
Los Angeles •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I can’t believe we never been to Felix before tonight the food the service. The ambiance was all wonderful. Loved it will be back.
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Felix TrattoriaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Venice
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4.7
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Jordanvip
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Best lunch in LA hands down. Steak banh mi sandwich is amazing pizzas etc
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.6
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FrancesandLarryvip
California Central Coast •82 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The Rose has become one of our favorite places to go from the greeting, warm and inviting, (especially if you’re lucky to be greeted by Elliott), to the wait service that continues the positive attitude that makes you feel like family. The meal choices are so varied that all tastes can be satisfied. The food is truly delicious and presented in an appetizing way. The the home made desserts are not to be skipped!
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The Rose VenicePrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.5
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GabrielleG
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
My daughter took me to dinner tonight to celebrate my birthday. The service is excellent, and the staff are very thoughtful, when they took us to the table they had a happy birthday card for me. The plates are very creative and the food is delectable and perfectly executed. I highly recommend the lobster bolognese and the veal. It has a refined and inviting atmosphere. It is a bit pricey; nevertheless, I enjoyed my birthday dinner at Citrin. Thank you Kaelan.
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CitrinPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
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4.6

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57 restaurants available nearby

1. Vespertine

2. Felix Trattoria

3. Gjelina

4. Citrin

5. The Rose Venice

6. The Butcher's Daughter

7. Lunetta

8. The Penthouse Restaurant

9. Charcoal Venice

10. Tar & Roses

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