2024 Best Santa Monica & Malibu Outdoor Dining Restaurants in Los Angeles Area

Top Restaurant Patios in Santa Monica, Malibu & Marina del Rey

When the weather is just right, you want to head down by the beach and dine in the sunshine. We've rounded up top restaurants with outdoor seating in Santa Monica, Malibu, Marina del Rey and Venice Beach, California.

Discover where to find the best restaurant patios in Santa Monica and neighboring areas with GAYOT's list, presented in alphabetical order.

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Mon Ami

Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian
Mon Ami
14/20
Read the full review and see a photo gallery of Mon Ami, the Mediterranean restaurant with Southern California flair in Santa Monica.

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Nobu Malibu
14/20
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's beautiful restaurant right over the waves of the Pacific. See More
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OLLO

California, Mediterranean, Pizza
OLLO
13/20
California fare with Mediterranean influences in Malibu. See More
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One Pico

American, California, Seafood
One Pico
14/20
Fresh and light cuisine is offered in this highly romantic, oceanside hotel dining room. See More
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Ospi
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Californian takes on regional Italian cuisine in Venice. See More

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Playa Provisions
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Playa Provisions is the multi-purpose establishment from chef/owners Brooke Williamson and Nick Roberts. See More
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SALT Restaurant & Bar
13/20
Seasonally inspired California cuisine at this hidden gem in the Marina del Rey Hotel. See More

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Sugar Palm Ocean Avenue
14/20
Read the full review and see a photo gallery of Sugar Palm Ocean Avenue serving California-inspired plates at Viceroy Santa Monica.

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Venice Whaler
13/20
Satisfying beach eats right off the Venice boardwalk. See More
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