Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Calabasas

Food Experience: Starting with the food, I would rate it 9 out of 10. We began with the roasted green chilies, which were unique and delicious—a great way to reset the palate between sushi bites. The California rolls and other sushi items were excellent, but the fried shrimp fell short of expectations. They were rather ordinary, lacked flavor, and didn’t taste particularly fresh—they were served cold, which diminished the overall experience. We left a few uneaten as a result. Despite this, the overall food quality was very good. Service and Atmosphere: Now, coming to the most important part—the service and how we were treated. When you dine at a high-end restaurant, where the cost is substantial, the expectation is not only for exceptional food but also for a memorable experience. People often save up and visit such places hoping for an unforgettable evening, where they leave feeling that the money spent was worthwhile—not just because of the food, but also due to how they were treated. Our server was lovely—kind, attentive, and professional. However, the attitude from the management, particularly the floor supervisor or manager (a man with a beard and crew cut), was shocking. He had an incredibly condescending and dismissive demeanor. When we politely asked a few questions and requested to enjoy an ocean view at the end of our meal, his response was rude and made us feel as though we were unwelcome. His body language and tone suggested that we were not "important enough" to deserve better treatment. It felt as though his message was: "You’ve had your meal, now leave." His behavior was not only arrogant but also bordered on discriminatory. Such an attitude from a person representing the restaurant is unacceptable, especially when guests are paying a premium for both the food and the experience. Ultimately, while the food was good, the way we were treated overshadowed the positive aspects of the meal.

Great food , good ambience and good service. Cocktails were just a little too heavy for our liking. Way too much gin in my drink couldn’t enjoy it

Although we ate in the dining room, the noise from the bar at Happy Hour carried throughout the dining room. The au gratin potatoes were plain and runny, the lobster tail was over seasoned, and the steak was average. The cocktails were the highlight of the meal..

I have been waiting years to experience the Getty Villa Tea and it exceeded my expectations! Everything was lovely.

Absolutely loved the dinner experience at Monaco Encino. Tasty drinks with a wonderful presentation, delicious homemade pasta, and I'm still thinking about their Malabi Martini dessert. The manager and servers were so nice and welcoming too! Definitely a place to try for a date night or girls night!