Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Playa del Rey

60 restaurants available nearby

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1. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Marina del Rey

Booked 21 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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2. The Tasting Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(1923)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 1 time today

THE TASTING KITCHEN POP UP AT GHISALLO ! 1622 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica.Beginning Monday April 3rd continuing Monday - Thursday until the Tasting Kitchen is back and running. A menu featuring some of the Tasting Kitchen's greatest hits and also Ghisallo's award winning neapolitan pizzas. All breads and pizza dough courtesy of Jyan Isaac bread.

3. SELINE

(0)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 1 time today

*OPENING DECEMBER 3, 2024*Join James Beard award-winning Chef Dave Beran at his 38-seat fine dining restaurant in Santa Monica, where the kitchen is seamlessly integrated with the dining room. The menu, comprising 15-18 courses, showcases Chef Dave's deeply thoughtful approach to storytelling, inviting guests to embrace the experience & embark on a memorable culinary journey featuring the many inspirations of Southern California.At Seline, the focus is on connection, with every aspect of the restaurant— from the design to the custom plateware—built on fostering meaningful relationships. Wine Director Matthew Brodbine presents two beverage pairing options to complement your menu. The wine pairing showcases selections from innovative, forward-thinking winemakers across various regions worldwide. The non-alcoholic pairing features a unique collection of house-made and curated beverages designed to align with the menu's progression. A carefully curated wine list is also available.

4. Dear Jane's

4.5

Awesome(270)

Price: Expensive

• American • Marina del Rey

Booked 28 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.

5. Ospi Venice

4.8

Exceptional(1523)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Venice

Booked 31 times today

Ospi is the sophomore restaurant of Jackson & Melissa Kalb, focused on Southern Italian cooking and way of life. The name derives from ospitante (“host” in Italian), with the expectation that guests will feel as comfortable at Ospi as they would at a friend’s dinner party. There will be plenty of house-made pastas as well as an expanded offering of pizzas. The beverage program crafted by Kalb features mostly Californian and Southern Italian wines and a full bar with a special negroni section. At Ospi, the pizza is inspired by the techniques of Antico Forno Roscioli which Jackson and Melissa frequented while visiting Rome. Focusing on Romana Tonda-style crusts that are cracker-thin, he is adapting a recipe that he feels will resonate with the LA diner. Jackson feels it extremely important to not take food too seriously. Take a trip to Southern Italy and be a guest in our home.

6. pasjoli

4.6

Exceptional(640)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 15 times today

Pasjoli is an elevated French bistro from James Beard award-winning chef Dave Beran. The restaurant pays homage to French cuisine utilizing the bounty of produce available in Southern California. Rooted in classic French cooking and inspired by Parisian markets, pasjoli reflects Chef Dave’s thoughtful cooking style, showcasing his creative touches on bistro fare.We serve a five-course prix fixe menu in our dining room and our secret garden. You'll be able to select your seating preference when you confirm your reservation. Please visit our website to see the most current menu.Each evening, we have limited availability of pressed duck dinners. If you are interested in enjoying a pressed duck, please email info@pasjoli.com, and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate vegan diets.

7. Wabi on Rose

4.5

Awesome(1312)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 32 times today

This local hot spot suffered a fire in 2018 and triumphantly returned in 2020. With Chef Rain's innovative cuisine and vibrant bar scene, Wabi on Rose embodies the Rose Avenue lifestyle. Sexy, contemporary design, frames this hip spot with a chic outdoor seating area. Neighborhood regulars enjoy the fresh-caught, Pacific Rim, sushi inspired menu,and live fire grill. Swimsuit to business suit, all are welcome.

8. Marelle

4.1

Excellent(35)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 19 times today

Welcome to Marelle, where the culinary mastery of Chef Raphael Lunetta meets the serene beauty of Santa Monica's coastline. Marelle is nestled on Ocean Avenue, just steps away from the sandy shores, offering an elevated dining experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors of California.Marelle, meaning "Star of the Sea," offers a menu that celebrates the bounty of land and sea, featuring signature dishes like Hamachi Crudo, Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Pan Roasted King Salmon, and 12 oz New York Steak. Our bar program, curated by Amanda Fewster, includes unique cocktails such as “La Vie En Rose” and “Star of the Sea” (our famous seashell cocktail). Designed by Gulla Jónsdóttir, Marelle's space reflects natural beauty and elegance, creating a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor dining. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that captures the essence of Coastal California.Parking is $10 for the first 4 hours with validation.For private events, emailreservations@marelle.com.

9. Capo

4.8

Exceptional(1308)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 12 times today

Capo, with its modern Italian cuisine, offers a rustic yet elegant dining room with high-beamed ceilings, flickering candles, museum quality art collection, and a large Tuscan-style fireplace where the chefs prepare much of our menu. Capo has an extensive wine list, earning Wine Spectator's top award, and a classic cocktail bar where our guests can enjoy our full menu alongside the warmth of the fireplace.

10. Xuntos

4.7

Exceptional(139)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Monica

Booked 13 times today

XUNTOS, "together" in Gallego, is a Tapas Bar from Chef Sandra Cordero in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica, serving small plates of things we want you to try: from the farmer's market around the corner to traditional dishes of Galicia, Asturias, Catalunya & the Basque Country, as they're eaten in Spain.The wines follow the food: natural, fun & unrefined–joined at the bar with Spanish twists on classic cocktails, plus vermouths, sherries & cold cervezas.Walk in to the bar for Xuntanza from 5-7pm, Tuesday-Saturday!Please email us for large parties & private dining: hola@barxuntos.comValidated parking is available across the street at 501 Santa Monica Blvd (Enter on 5th St.): $7 for 3 hours.

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Julievip
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful venue on the marina with fabulous interior in a 50’s-60’s vibe. Delicious caviar prep, fried calamari, sea trout amandine, poached halibut, steak, wedge salad, whipped mash potatoes, and a Black Forest brownie with cherries, and ice cream! Our waiter Robert, and his team were wonderful!!!
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Dear Jane'sPrice: Expensive• American• Marina del Rey
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4.5
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kenvip
San Diego •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding waiter (Kenny) was attentive, friendly and we will definitely be back.
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Beachside Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Latin• Marina del Rey
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4.5
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MELISSA
Mexico City •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a fantastic time! Andrew was very helpful with our last-minute reservation update. Our waiter was also kind and attentive to all our needs. The food was great, and the quantity they served was perfect.
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Ospi VenicePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Venice
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4.8
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CatGvip
Monterrey •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 12, 2023
Great good, ambience and service. They sat us alomost 1 hr late after our reservation time.
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The Tasting KitchenPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Venice
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4.5

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60 restaurants available nearby

1. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

2. The Tasting Kitchen

3. SELINE

4. Dear Jane's

5. Ospi Venice

6. pasjoli

7. Wabi on Rose

8. Marelle

9. Capo

10. Xuntos

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