Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Marina del Rey

179 restaurants available nearby

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1. SALT Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 13 times today

Experience SALT Restaurant and Bar at the waterfront Marina del Rey Hotel. Set against sweeping marina views, join us for brunch, happy hour or dinner and choose from the best locally sourced California-seasonal dishes, and craft cocktails on the westside.

2. The Warehouse

4.5

Awesome(1381)

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

4.6

Exceptional(2261)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 213 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(2952)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 65 times today

The Rose Venice is a special spot for special occasions. With its 'impeccable' food, 'stunning' service, and a charming ambiance, it's the perfect place to celebrate milestones. As one reviewer mentioned, 'we love the special occasion diners with preset menus.' Not to mention, it's a place where 'friends from all over get together to share amazing food.'

5. Vespertine

4.8

Exceptional(147)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Culver City

Booked 11 times today

We are excited to share the return of Vespertine, Chef Jordan Kahn's otherworldy culinary narrative. More than a restaurant, Vespertine transports diners through the twisted steel and glass structure designed by acclaimed architect Eric Owen Moss. Food, beverage, music, and art are woven throughout, creating an immersive, multi-sensory evening. Awards Include2 Stars - Michelin Guide, 2019 - 2024Green Star - Michelin Guide, 2024 Most Beautiful Restaurants - Condé Nast World's 100 Greatest Places - Time MagazineAtmosphere of the Year - World Restaurant Awards

6. Baltaire

4.7

Exceptional(2851)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brentwood

Booked 90 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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7. The Butcher's Daughter

4.6

Exceptional(163)

Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

Booked 59 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.

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8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Marina Del Rey

4.6

Exceptional(2939)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Marina del Rey

Booked 53 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House was founded in New Orleans, Louisiana by Ruth Fertel, a single mother of two who wanted a better life for herself and her two sons. She purchased "Chris" steakhouse in New Orleans which had been operated for the 38 years prior. She changed the name to Ruth's Chris when a fire forced her to move from the original location. Today, there are over 140 Ruth’s Chris Steak House restaurants across the globe. We look forward to our opening in Marina Del Rey, CA.

9. pasjoli

4.6

Exceptional(642)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 16 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.

10. Charcoal Venice

4.6

Exceptional(537)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 23 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.

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Danavip
Los Angeles •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I hadn't been to the Rose Cafe in years but was meeting a friend from out of town and brunch on the patio was as good as ever. This place is a keeper.
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The Rose VenicePrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.5
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Cherry Louvip
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Vespertine did not disappoint!!! Chef Jordan Kahn is a genius! The curated tasting menu paired with finest wines + an option for a mocktail pairing had definitely elevated our dine in experience. The food was creative, succulent, and bursting with flavor. Service was excellent! Staff was very attentive. The building itself is such a fine architecture. Vespertine = The BEST!
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VespertinePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Culver City
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4.8
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Larryvip
San Francisco Bay Area •57 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Inventive food, wonderful flavors and a menu few retardants can match in its breakfast to dinner offerings - always a pleasure coming here.
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.6
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Stephanie
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The most delicious turkey we have ever eaten for Thanksgiving dinner. The salmon was flavorful as well, and the portions were generous, and we had leftovers.
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SALT Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.5
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Brian
Greater Boston •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This place is very nostalgic for my family, since we have been eating here for decades. The food was quite good and the ambiance great. We will certainly come back again!
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The WarehousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Marina del Rey
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4.5

Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Marina del Rey

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179 restaurants available nearby

1. SALT Restaurant & Bar

2. The Warehouse

3. Gjelina

4. The Rose Venice

5. Vespertine

6. Baltaire

7. The Butcher's Daughter

8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Marina Del Rey

9. pasjoli

10. Charcoal Venice

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