Best Casual Restaurants in Marina del Rey

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1. Cast & Plow

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 18 times today

Join us and enjoy an elevated dining experience with a waterfront view of the marina at The Cast and Plow Restaurant located inside The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey. We offer a Contemporary California cuisine for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with an Ala Carte Brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Our last seating for dinner is 9:30pm daily. This locals-favorite features fire-pit tables for dining and a full bar that is open until 11:30pm. Our fire-pit tables cannot be reserved are not guaranteed and based on availability. We will do our best to honor those who would like to enjoy outdoor dining.For large parties of 15 or more planning a special event or need private space for small business breakfast, lunch or dinner, please contact our Host Team at 310-574-4333 or email sam.davenport@ritzcarlton.com.

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2. SALT Restaurant & Bar

4.4

Awesome(2256)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 18 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.

3. 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.

4. pasjoli

4.6

Exceptional(659)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 14 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.

5. Charcoal Venice

4.7

Exceptional(552)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 36 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.

6. Paloma Venice

4.5

Awesome(380)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 25 times today

Paloma is a Mediterranean inspired oasis at the iconic corner of Abbot Kinney and Venice Blvds. With three distinct dining areas - indoors with velveteen banquettes and comfortable bar seating; a bougainvillea framed patio with a retractable roof; and an al fresco deck shaded with large, breezy umbrellas and lush greenery, complete with a fire pit tucked away in a corner alcove, guests will feel transported and enjoy a market-fresh menu with something for everyone.

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7. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1740)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Marina del Rey

Booked 19 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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8. The Butcher's Daughter

4.6

Exceptional(172)

Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

Booked 63 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.

9. Bacari PDR

4.7

Exceptional(1399)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa del Rey

Booked 50 times today

Bacari PDR is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 2nd restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our comfortable, intimate indoor patio or in our spacious, breezy outdoor patio. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari PDR.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari PDR is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!

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10. The Penthouse Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(4322)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 23 times today

Discover one of the best places to eat in Santa Monica! The Penthouse offers guests a dramatic 18th-floor rooftop dining experience, complete with panoramic ocean views, beach cabanas, and open sky enclaves. Sip signature craft cocktails or indulge in contemporary Mediterranean inspired California cuisine. The Penthouse provides a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience and is among the best places to eat in Santa Monica.

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Brenda Schwartz
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent well-prepared and delicious food. I've eaten there for years and it's consistently great. Expensive, but remember it's Josiah Citrin from Melisse who is the chef owner. You are going to get what you pay for there. my favs: Cabbage, chicken wings, calamari and green beans. Any of the steaks and get the fries- best in the city. Shrimp, broccolini, carrots. Duck excellent from Liberty Duck Bring some friends and share.
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Charcoal VenicePrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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DebVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food and service were fantastic. I got the chance to speak with the sommelier regarding what to pair with each of the courses, which was amazing. The food was delicious. I did the classic tasting, which gives you the opportunity to try the chefs specials.
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pasjoliPrice: Very Expensive• French• Santa Monica
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4.6
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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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Susan
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Wonderful all the way around! Loved it. Food very good. Ambience very classy comfortable beautiful views. Great service!
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Cast & PlowPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.5

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192 restaurants available nearby

1. Cast & Plow

2. SALT Restaurant & Bar

3. The Warehouse

4. pasjoli

5. Charcoal Venice

6. Paloma Venice

7. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

8. The Butcher's Daughter

9. Bacari PDR

10. The Penthouse Restaurant

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