Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Playa del Rey

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1. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2414)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 219 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.

2. Lunetta

4.8

Exceptional(2217)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 33 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.

3. Papille Gustative

4.5

Awesome(182)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Santa Monica

Booked 2 times today

Papille Gustative LAFarm to table, seasonal Artisan foods, single origin, sustainably grown and certified Coffees and Teas, as well as local craft beers and organic, biodynamic wines. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Brunch . A low impact, Zero waste facility located in Santa Monica CA. Cozy private room and patio. One block to the Santa Monica beach.

4. Cast & Plow

4.6

Exceptional(1000)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 10 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 dana.urcia@ritzcarlton.com.

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5. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1750)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 29 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!

6. Caffe Pinguini

4.9

Exceptional(1649)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa del Rey

Booked 18 times today

We are open for curbside pickup, takeout and delivery and offering a 10% discount on all orders! Lunch will be open from 12pm-2:30pm & Dinner from 5:30pm-9:30pm.Italian owners, Tony Cotrufo and Enrico Fiorentini, both hail from Rome and have been serving fresh authentic Italian cuisine at their Playa Del Rey location since 1997. They offer homemade pastas, an excellent wine list, outdoor seating and daily specials. Caffe Pinguini was awarded with the "Marchio Ospitalita" Italiana - Seal of Authenticity". The seal distinguishes those restaurants with the highest quality of Italian hospitality.

7. Wabi on Rose

4.6

Exceptional(1329)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 16 times today

This local hot spot suffered a fire in 2018 and triumphantly returned in 2020. With Chef Rain's innovative cuisine and vibrant bar scene, Wabi on Rose embodies the Rose Avenue lifestyle. Sexy, contemporary design, frames this hip spot with a chic outdoor seating area. Neighborhood regulars enjoy the fresh-caught, Pacific Rim, sushi inspired menu,and live fire grill. Swimsuit to business suit, all are welcome.

8. Meat On Ocean

4.7

Exceptional(3478)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 33 times today

Meat On Ocean is a meat-centric, modern steakhouse in Santa Monica that offers both a sense of adventure and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Beyond the offerings of a world-class steakhouse, Meat On Ocean features an artisanal charcuterie bar, an exhibition dry-aging room and a variety of prime beef – from dry-aged domestic cuts to Japanese A-5. Integral to the operation is a highly trained crew of servers and butchers, who communicate directly with Guests about the beef, organically farmed chickens, house made sausages, choice seafood and more.Located on the corner of Ocean and Broadway, Meat On Ocean is steps from the action - including the Santa Monica Pier, shopping and hotels.Starting May 2024, Meat On Ocean is also your headquarters for private dining and events, with customizable spaces that are perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, wedding receptions and ceremonies, with full audio/visual connectivity.

9. Tar & Roses

4.8

Exceptional(4268)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Monica

Booked 19 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!

10. Zinqué - Venice

4.6

Exceptional(884)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Venice

Booked 36 times today

zinqué is a beloved neighborhood hotspot & all-day restaurant serving French-inspired dishes, small plates, craft cocktails & a uniquely curated wine selection. Inspired by the zinc countertop bars & cafés of Paris, many of its customers consider it a second home—a place to work, linger & socialize. Open from 7am till late, the space transforms from a European-style bistro & café, serving full breakfast with La Colombe coffee drinks & its famous Le Bowl for lunch, to full service dining at night. Live music, guest DJs, art workshops & wine tastings also make it a favorite community hangout. (zin-kæ)

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JohnnyVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Absolute 10/10 experience! Was looking for a quiet, intimate setting for party of 8 and were seated next to a far place near the bar area. Delicious food and great ambiance!
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.8
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Alejandra
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Courtney was amazing. Juan was personable. Enjoyed my visit!
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Beachside Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.7
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elizabethVIP
Tahoe / Reno Area •21 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
Had a fantastic Easter brunch today The food and service were wonderful. Only complaint is the table was to small for our party of 5
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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Mastaneh
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
The view is outstanding. The taste of fresh fish and the quality of wine were unforgettable.I advise you this restaurant to try and enjoy
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Cast & PlowPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Always grateful for that place ✨ absolutely tasty & nice served fresh farm food ✨
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Papille GustativePrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Santa Monica
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4.5

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