Best Restaurants for Foodies in Playa del Rey

49 restaurants available nearby

1. Bacari PDR

4.7

Exceptional(1377)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa del Rey

Booked 58 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!

2. Felix Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2615)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Venice

Booked 84 times today

Felix Trattoria embodies a philosophy of seasonality, warm hospitality, and the deeply rooted culinary traditions of regional Italy, lead by Chef Evan Funke, who is a culinary storyteller, a custodian of Italian tradition, and a master of the old world techniques of handmade pasta.

3. Gjelina

4.6

Exceptional(2247)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 192 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.

4. The Rose Venice

4.5

Awesome(2949)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 57 times today

The Rose is an iconic restaurant in the heart of Venice, serving locals and travelers alike since 1979.The Rose presents modern California cuisine that is globally influenced and seasonally driven by local farms. The menu is complimented by a thoughtfully curated wine list, highlighting boutique producers focused on self sustainable practices. The bakery celebrates American classics, as well as some of the original Rose classics, re-conceptualized with their innovative techniques. The sprawling space has indoor and outdoor dining areas including ample patio seating, a full market and bakery, coffee bar, and 40-foot craft-cocktail bar. If you're unable to find a reservation at your desired time don't worry, we always reserve some of our service areas for walk-in traffic for all services.

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5. The Butcher's Daughter

4.6

Exceptional(159)

Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

Booked 53 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.

6. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2156)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 46 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.

7. Tar & Roses

4.8

Exceptional(4204)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Monica

Booked 48 times today

Tar & Roses is a globally inspired culinary experience. Chef Andrew Kirschner has transformed his kitchen into a local and welcoming home, focused on the element of the wood fired oven to bring out the best flavor in our dishes. Coming straight from the visionary mind of our award winning chef, our menu is created with only the highest quality ingredients and fresh, local products. This attention to detail helps makes our food a perfected craft which will inspire you to be adventurous, in the most approachable and delicious way possible. When you step into Tar & Roses, you'll feel like you are coming home. Our entire staff awaits your arrival with warm smiles and thoughtful service ~ please, come share a meal with us!

8. Charcoal Venice

4.6

Exceptional(526)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 41 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.

9. Barrique Venice

4.9

Exceptional(1326)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Venice

Booked 47 times today

Indulge in the exquisite world of Italian cuisine curated by Chef Antonio Murè at the enchanting Little Yellow House in the heart of Venice. Driven by his Italian heritage and a deep passion for fresh, flavorful ingredients, Chef Antonio has crafted a unique style of Italian cuisine that promises a delightful experience, featuring handmade pastas, a selection of meats, traditional desserts and an extensive wine list.Join us for a candlelit dinner, perfect for your date night, special occasion, or grand celebration. Gluten-free options are also available.

10. Zinqué - Venice

4.6

Exceptional(840)

Price: Moderate

• French • Venice

Booked 43 times today

Zinqué in Venice is a foodie's paradise with its French-inspired dishes, craft cocktails, and uniquely curated wine/beer selection. Reviews rave about the 'chill yet vibrant French bistro vibe', 'super yummy and healthy food', and the 'excellent food and drinks'. It's also noted for its 'beautiful ambience' and 'attentive staff', making it a go-to neighborhood restaurant for many patrons.

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Zivalani
Los Angeles •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Having grown up in the restaurant biz and after running one of the most successful joints in town, I must say, THIS might be one of the most quintessential places in all of Southern CA. Makai (sp?)greeted us like we were family. Can’t wait to come back.
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Bacari PDRPrice: Expensive• Italian• Playa del Rey
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4.7
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Samvip
Los Angeles •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I can’t believe we never been to Felix before tonight the food the service. The ambiance was all wonderful. Loved it will be back.
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Felix TrattoriaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Venice
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4.7
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allysonvip
Nebraska •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The bloody and the eggplant dip that came with falafel was 😍😍
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The Butcher's DaughterPrice: Moderate• American• Venice
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4.6
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Jordanvip
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Best lunch in LA hands down. Steak banh mi sandwich is amazing pizzas etc
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.6
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FrancesandLarryvip
California Central Coast •82 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The Rose has become one of our favorite places to go from the greeting, warm and inviting, (especially if you’re lucky to be greeted by Elliott), to the wait service that continues the positive attitude that makes you feel like family. The meal choices are so varied that all tastes can be satisfied. The food is truly delicious and presented in an appetizing way. The the home made desserts are not to be skipped!
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The Rose VenicePrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.5

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49 restaurants available nearby

1. Bacari PDR

2. Felix Trattoria

3. Gjelina

4. The Rose Venice

5. The Butcher's Daughter

6. Lunetta

7. Tar & Roses

8. Charcoal Venice

9. Barrique Venice

10. Zinqué - Venice

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