Restaurants near Mar Vista Recreation Center

296 restaurants available nearby

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1. Élephante Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1377)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 259 times today

Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.

2. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2295)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 177 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. Terra - Eataly

4.6

Exceptional(3697)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Century City

Booked 108 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Los Angeles, Terra is a rooftop restaurant featuring a wood-burning Italian grill and views of the Hollywood Hills. Named for "earth" in Italian, Terra's menu is centered around the grill, resulting in earthy dishes paired perfectly with botanical cocktails, premium Italian wines, and more.DINING EXPERIENCETo ensure the best quality service for all of our guests.

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4. Javier's - Century City

4.7

Exceptional(3067)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Century City

Booked 140 times today

Javier's presents a rich heritage of elevated Mexican cuisine in a friendly and captivating ambiance. Enjoy hand-shaken margaritas, rare tequilas, craft cocktails and a vast selection of beer and fine wines. Dine with us in the main dining room, in one of our private dining rooms, or at the exquisite bar with one of the largest selections of the world's finest tequilas on west coast.All guests must be present to be seated. The minimum per person is $20, , no split checks or personal checks. Javier's does not accept contactless payment. Parties of 6 or more a 20% gratuity will be included on the bill. In order to accommodate all guests Javier's dining experience is limited to 2 hours. As a safety precaution Javier's does not allow strollers. Multiple reservations will be treated as separate reservations and will not be accommodated together. We do not allow pets in our establishments.Modifications are not recommended and will not be refunded.

5. Dear John's

4.7

Exceptional(243)

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.

6. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2174)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 35 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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7. Maple Block Barbecue

4.4

Awesome(214)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Culver City

Booked 8 times today

Maple Block Meat Co. is a tribute to the craftsmanship of butchering, smoking and grilling meat, paying respect to the deep-rooted traditions of American barbecue. Located on Sepulveda Blvd between Venice and Washington Place in Culver City, Maple Block Meat Co. specializes in authentic, wood-smoked meats prepared with the classic technique of smoking with whole peach wood and incorporating a variety of subtle flavor profiles that we love. Guests can expect a familial casual atmosphere, friendly attentive service, seasonal menu based on the traditions of American barbecue and a bar featuring craft beers, interesting wines and handmade sodas.

8. Baltaire

4.8

Exceptional(2867)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brentwood

Booked 102 times today

Baltaire is a modern restaurant with a classic touch, offering high-quality steaks, exceptional seafood, and healthy, light fare options in Brentwood. Our spacious dining room opens to a beautiful outdoor terrace, and we have an inviting lounge where you can enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine and listen to live music. Our Sunday DJ Brunch features a prix fixe, tableside bloody mary & cinnamon roll carts plus roaming caviar. Come and experience a re-imagined steakhouse at Baltaire.

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9. Steak 48 - Beverly Hills

4.8

Exceptional(1966)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Beverly Hills

Booked 128 times today

At Steak 48, we serve the finest steaks and high-quality seafood in an intimate and vibrant setting. Our diverse menu will satisfy any personal craving, as we serve the best USDA prime steaks, succulent seafood, and shellfish along with inventive and classically inspired side dishes and appetizers. Also enjoy classic cocktails and an extensive award-winning wine list. At Steak 48, We encourage all of our guests to get dressed up for a great experience, here is a link to our dress code that you can share with your guests. https://www.steak48.com/steakhouses/beverly-hills/dress-code/Please dress as your elegant selves. You are going to have a great time!If you need any special accommodations or flowers reach out to us at the host desk! We look forward to seeing you soon!

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10. Simonette at Palihotel Culver City

4.6

Exceptional(722)

Price: Moderate

• French • Culver City

Booked 35 times today

Simonette is an all-day café, bar and bistro inspired by the traditions of classic French neighborhood cafés.Located in the heart of downtown Culver City, Simonette is the perfect spot for an early morning espresso and croissant on your way to work, a leisurely lunch, an ice-cold Rosé or signature cocktail at Happy Hour, a delightful dinner date, or to finish your evening with a digestif.

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rob
Minneapolis - St. Paul •12 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Beautiful experience. The food was amazing and the rooftop garden atmosphere was just magical.
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Terra - EatalyPrice: Expensive• Italian• Century City
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4.6
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OsiVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything was really good. The appetizers and entrée were delicious. The only thing was the services a little too. We needed to wave a server down to get a water refill. I don’t know if it was due to the holidays or what, but overall was very nice.
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Javier's - Century CityPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Century City
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4.7
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RobertVIP
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delivered on all fronts! Becoming one of my favorites in Santa Monica!
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Élephante Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.5
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JasmineVIP
Los Angeles •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Every experience here is a vibe and I can’t rave about this establishment enough! Shoutout to our waiter Chris, Miguel and of course the manger on staff Daniel for all their hard work and dedication to making this experience great for us this evening.
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Steak 48 - Beverly HillsPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Beverly Hills
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4.8
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LarryVIP
Los Angeles •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a wonderful dinner (business meeting). Fortunately, we were able to get a table in the back as the noise in the front room was loud (ok LOUD). The food was delicious, the service was superb and the ambiance was nice. The restaurant was jammed on a Wednesday night. That in and of itself is a positive review.
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7

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296 restaurants available nearby

1. Élephante Santa Monica

2. Gjelina

3. Terra - Eataly

4. Javier's - Century City

5. Dear John's

6. Lunetta

7. Maple Block Barbecue

8. Baltaire

9. Steak 48 - Beverly Hills

10. Simonette at Palihotel Culver City

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