Best Fun Restaurants in Marina del Rey

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1. SALT Restaurant & Bar

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 17 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.

2. The Warehouse

4.4

Awesome(1392)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Marina del Rey

Booked 18 times today

The world famous Warehouse Restaurant, serving the Famous & Famished for over 40 years, can accommodate small parties to larger parties of up to 350 in our tropical Polynesian themed restaurant. Located waterside in Marina del Rey, enjoy a beautiful view of the marina and wonderful California sunsets.

3. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2321)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 224 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.

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4. Élephante Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1424)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 386 times today

Élephante is a fun place because it transports you to the Southern Mediterranean with its stunning ocean views and sunsets. The ambiance is described as 'spectacular' and 'wonderful' by reviewers. It's a place to unwind, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and even dance the night away. It's a 'go-to' for visitors and locals alike, and a place where 'a tranquil afternoon drink can turn into a memorable dinner or a late-night dance.'

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5. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

4.3

Awesome(857)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 36 times today

Experience the "Joie de Vivre"At LouLou, food, entertainment, fashion, and art converge into a unique, one-of-a-kind destination.LouLou’s carefully crafted menus showcase French Mediterranean flavors with a classic California twist, while honoring the generosity of artisanal and homemade ingredients, as well as local organic produce.A carefully selected wine list offers a tasteful array of wines from both France and CaliforniaNever bowing to the ordinary, whether it’s a legendary brunch, after work cocktails, elegant dinner, or corporate event, LouLou will always deliver an experience to remember.Ample parking is available in the building. We are located on the rooftop level. Suite 300

6. Fia

4.5

Awesome(2520)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 31 times today

Hidden inside a lush, secret garden in the coastal enclave of Santa Monica, Fia is the first collaboration between hospitality trailblazer Michael Greco and celebrated Chef Brendan Collins. A venue designed by acclaimed designer Matt Winter ~ Fia is an urban oasis, where Greco's service mantra is rooted in a dedication to hospitality... Service, Service, Service. Collins' craveable menu delivers on flavor & execution, highlighting the freshest seasonal ingredients, inspired by California & Italian Coastal Cuisine, that will satisfy all. Add to the equation, carefully crafted cocktails, and old & new world wine list. Maximum reservable table size is for eight persons, see Fia website for event/catering inquiries. Weekend Brunch with Bottomless Mimosas & Margaritas (2 hour time limit per booking)We do not allow dogs (excepting certified service animals)We allow one special bottle for a $45 corkage as long as we do not carry that same bottle in our award winning wine cellar.

7. SELINE

5.0

Exceptional(22)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 4 times today

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.

8. Lunetta

4.6

Exceptional(2185)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 34 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.

9. Zinqué - Venice

4.7

Exceptional(861)

Price: Moderate

• French • Venice

Booked 24 times today

Zinqué - Venice is a fun spot, known for its vibrant French bistro vibe. The ambience is described as chill yet vibrant, with many customers loving the European bistro vibes. It's a favorite neighborhood spot for excellent food, great service, and fantastic ambience. The outdoor patio adds to the fun, lively atmosphere, and the craft cocktails and uniquely curated wine/beer selection are a bonus. It's a place that you'd want to return to again and again.

10. Dear Jane's

4.5

Awesome(295)

Price: Expensive

• American • Marina del Rey

Booked 26 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.

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tanya
Los Angeles •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food Great ambinence Lots of staff standing around and talking to each other Back up is due to this Very disorganized Food and venue is amazing
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Élephante Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.5
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DavidVIP
Los Angeles •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
New Years Day and we wanted some place that we knew would be fantastic, so where else but Gjelina? It was busy but the hosts and servers were unfailingly polite. We ordered 6 things from the menu. My wife's vegan so she had the vegetable sandwich (she had to fight me for it, it was so good). Brussel sprouts, grilled fennel, and the frites were all great. My son and I split the anchovy and burrata toast - a first for me - and it's my new favorite. Finished with the excellent pomodoro pizza - no cheese and none needed, because the jammy tomato confit is the star of the dish. I love this place. It never lets me down. Happy 2025!
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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Shawne
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Loved the brunch. A friend took me for my birthday and then I brought my family and friends back so they could enjoy the lovely brunch with amazing food and great service.
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Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and LoungePrice: Expensive• French• Santa Monica
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4.3
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KrisM
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
Gorgeous location, sweet attentive waitstaff, and the most beautiful sunset I have ever seen. On Christmas no less!! Love this place.
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SALT Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.4
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Adrienne
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Stuffed churros and prawns were amazing! Seated at table with view of marina.
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The WarehousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Marina del Rey
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4.4

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394 restaurants available nearby

1. SALT Restaurant & Bar

2. The Warehouse

3. Gjelina

4. Élephante Santa Monica

5. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

6. Fia

7. SELINE

8. Lunetta

9. Zinqué - Venice

10. Dear Jane's

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