SALT Restaurant & Bar

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   judith

   Los Angeles

   7 reviews

   2.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Maybe cuz it was Christmas day, but the restaurant advertised a prix fix as well as a la carte menu available. What was offered once we sat down was a very limited menu with the oddest choices. Chicken and Waffles, omelettes, eggs benedict for dinner. salads. scallops and a filet which we opted for, which was well cooked, but chewy. and btw, no vegetables included. no bread in sight. just a lonely $60 dollar filet. I was concerned about the menu being offered and chose Salt because my son who is fab and autistic has a limited palate and their every day a la carte menu that i thought was being offered included two of his favs - calamari and lobster (via surf and turf -- the plan was to share- i would take the turf). but neither items were on the menu . no steak sandwiches, no mussels. all back ups off their every day menu. I asked whether they could make him a burger, they refused. i was hoping to make this a memorable Christmas meal at $300, and it was memorable, for all the wrong reasons. Other than the setting, the beautiful marina, which delivered. And the oysters! yum.
   

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   Eve

   San Francisco

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Worst dinner experience I've ever had! The server was very disrespectful got all of our food orders incorrect! Then ordered chicken tenders and they were completely raw!!! Was expecting a nice Christmas dinner with family and it turned into a worst nightmare. Definitely not going back the service and the food was horrible. If staff don't want to work on holidays the guests should not suffer for it completely disrespectful.
   

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   Yolanda

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 20, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a great time with friends and good food and service!
   

   SALT Restaurant & BarResponded 7 days ago

   Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time with friends and enjoyed our good food and service. It's always our goal to create memorable experiences for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable outing soon!
   

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   gabe

   Los Angeles

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on December 15, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Been here a few times and to be honest, I think it’s gotten quite a bit better. We went for the boat show and it was super fun. Quite a busy Saturday night with everything going on, so service was a tad slow but very friendly and they helped to fix some issues. I thought food was awesome. Hawaii poke was super, diver scallops were great. Everyone had a good time. will be back.
   

   SALT Restaurant & BarResponded 7 days ago

   Thank you for your kind words and for visiting us during the boat show! We're thrilled to hear that you found our food awesome, especially the Hawaii poke and diver scallops. We appreciate your understanding regarding the service being a tad slow on such a busy Saturday night. Our team strives to provide friendly and helpful service, and we're glad they could assist with any issues. We look forward to welcoming you back for more fun times!
   

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   Chat

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   26 reviews

   4.0

   26 reviews

   Dined on December 15, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We booked a dinner here with friends to enjoy the Marina Del Rey Christmas Boat Parade, and overall, it was a great experience. The table location was excellent, and as always, the ambiance with the marina view was hard to beat. Despite the chilly evening, the restaurant provided plenty of lawn heaters to keep us warm and comfortable. The food was delicious, though there was a hiccup with my partner’s order of the pork ragu—it was never served due to a mix-up. Fortunately, we had already enjoyed the lobster bisque, which was rich and flavorful, along with crispy French fries as a side. My braised short ribs were perfectly cooked, tender, and generously portioned, so it was easy to share. For dessert, we opted for the bread pudding, which was warm, comforting, and a perfect way to end the meal. While we loved the evening, we weren’t able to get a full view of the boat parade from our table. Lesson learned—we’ll plan differently next time if watching the parade is a priority. Parking was convenient with valet service, and the $10 validation for 4 hours was a nice perk. Overall, it was a lovely evening with great food and good company. Apart from the one-off mistake with the order, the service was attentive, and everyone in our group had a fantastic time. We’ll definitely be back!
   

   SALT Restaurant & BarResponded on December 15, 2024

   Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the delicious lobster bisque and perfectly cooked braised short ribs. We apologize for the mix-up with your partner’s pork ragu order and appreciate your understanding. It's great to know that the warm bread pudding was a comforting end to your meal. Your feedback helps us improve, and we hope to serve you again soon for an even better experience!
   

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   Sue

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Quiet, relaxing lunch. Peaceful sitting outside overlooking the marina
   

   SALT Restaurant & BarResponded on December 15, 2024

   Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed a quiet and relaxing lunch while sitting outside and taking in the peaceful marina views. It's always our goal to provide a tranquil atmosphere for our guests to unwind. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable experience!
   

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   Jordan

   Houston

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   The food was severely underwhelming & not worth the value paid. I ordered a side of mac & cheese and it should hardly be considered that. The decor seemed like it was out of a Miami diner in the 1980s & it was very loud. No one kept their conversations at their table. There’s no reason that I shouldn’t be able to hear my party speaking at my table. Our waiter did not tend to us properly; only getting us water & dropping off our food. He also kept my friend’s credit card & she had to ask for it back. We will not be returning. This restaurant is in a prime location & it saddens me that it was wasted on an establishment like this.
   

   SALT Restaurant & BarResponded on December 15, 2024

   We sincerely apologize for your disappointing experience. It's disheartening to hear that the food did not meet your expectations and that the atmosphere was loud and uninviting. We strive to provide attentive service, and we regret that our waiter fell short in this instance. Your feedback about the decor and noise levels is invaluable, and we will take it into consideration. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention, as they help us improve. Thank you for your insights, and we're sorry to hear you won't be returning.
   

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   Diane

   Los Angeles

   51 reviews

   5.0

   51 reviews

   Dined on December 9, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Terrific Buger. Excellent friend chicken sandwich. Lovely staff. Validated parking. Can’t go wrong at Salt.
   

   SALT Restaurant & BarResponded on December 15, 2024

   Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our terrific burger and excellent fried chicken sandwich. Our lovely staff is dedicated to providing great service, and we're glad you appreciated it. It's also great to know that the validated parking made your visit even more convenient. We look forward to welcoming you back to Salt soon!
   

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   Maggie

   San Francisco

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall ambiance and service were superb. The scones were not that good. In addition, other high tea places offer gluten free scones.
   

   SALT Restaurant & BarResponded on December 15, 2024

   Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the superb ambiance and service during your visit. However, we're sorry to learn that our scones did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your suggestion regarding gluten-free options and will take it into consideration as we strive to enhance our offerings. Your input is invaluable to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
   

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    Julane

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    One of my best friends now lives in the Midwest so when she is in town we are excited to see each other. We wanted to have a nice brunch together and she needed to be in the Marina afterwards so the obvious choice was SALT. The food was delicious, the service very professional, and the setting let us enjoy the fresh air, boats and seagulls.
    

    SALT Restaurant & BarResponded on December 15, 2024

    Thank you for sharing your experience at SALT! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friend enjoyed a delightful brunch, and found our food delicious and service professional. Our setting is designed to enhance your dining experience with fresh air and beautiful views of the marina, boats, and seagulls. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you both back for more memorable moments together!
    

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