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    BALEENkitchen

    3.8 (949 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Romantic
    Quiet
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Brenda J.

    Our server was extremely nice, he gave us menu recommendations along with information on what was around the area. The food was great. The ambiance was beautiful, you see boats out the window as you eat. They also offer valet parking.

    The 'Cali' Burrito
    Brandon L.

    (+) American Breakfast (+) The Cali burrito (+) Great coffee (Americano, cappuccino) (+) Service BALEEN kitchen is a restaurant on the marina apart of the Portofino Hotel dining options. This restaurant is opened for breakfast/brunch and then reopen at 4 for their dinner menu. The views of the ocean and ambiance are what attract people here, but the food is what will bring me back. Parking is validated by the restaurant if you're not staying at the hotel. Food/Drinks: My wife and brother loved the American breakfast. Without holding expectations, they were thoroughly surprised with each aspect of the meal. The new potatoes had a crispy exterior but warm and steamy interior. The arugula salad was sprinkled with lemon and tasted great with the eggs. The lemon pancakes and cali burrito were also a hit. Great tasting American options were brought to life! We also loved their coffee and how well prepared the drinks were served. My latte was delicious and also had great milk latte art. We appreciate those small things. Service/Ambiance: Talk about no better view than the one here. The ocean is beautiful and can be enjoyed here. The servers are great and helped us each step of the way. I don't expect much quality and taste from a hotel breakfast spot, but BALEEN kitchen has set my expectations high. It was a nice surprise and excited to return one day.

    Tina O.

    Another wonderful visit to Baleen. We did stay at the Portofino for a number of nights (we come here a few times a year now). Room service is always wonderful and the food comes from Baleen Kitchen. So I can attest to great coffee, fresh pastries and almost all of the breakfast choices. This day we enjoyed brunch outside at Baleen's. It was a beautiful setting with excellent service and very comfortable. We enjoyed the crabcake benedict, Huevos 'Redondos', Chia Pudding, and American Breakfast with bacon. The benedict was absolutely delicious and a special treat, the Huevos 'Redondos' was so very flavorful, and the American Breakfast is always a fan favorite. The breakfast potatoes are some of the best you will find. The portions are perfect, enough to fill your tummy. Enjoy the food, enjoy the scenery, enjoy the service! Sometimes food and service will be second when seeking out a marina type restaurant, but not here. They all three will put a smile on your face. Get out of the city, get to the beach for some ocean therapy and good food!

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    Davina D.

    I am always happy to come by Baleens for a girls brunch. It's just a cute vibe really. I love the colors and the oceanic theme. The food is also good- but the portions have been way cut down for the prices they're charging. Service was good. He did everything we asked for but I wouldn't necessarily say they were super friendly.

    Ted R.

    Alex's breakfast burrito isn't half as good as the old Cali burrito they had, which was the best breakfast burrito I'd found in So Cal. The bloody Mary was still OK but the loud musician in the lounge made brunch conversation all but impossible. I asked our server if he could help, to no avail. A longtime fave, I hope Baleen bounces back. At least it still has the pleasing marina views.

    American Breakfast
    Brittany S.

    Cute classy with a view. Very helpful service with great recommendations. Servers are on it with everything we need. Didn't have to ask for a thing. The food looks just like the online photos. Beautifully plated and great portion sizes. Very rich and fresh flavor. We'll be back. This would be a great place to take a first date, anniversary, or romantic birthday dinner.

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    Samantha L.

    Located next to Redondo beach, this is a nice spot to have drinks, catch up with friends, eat some nice food, and soak in the views Parking There is free valet parking! Ambiance/Service (5/5) Gorgeous views, great cozy atmosphere, and attentive service Food Rock Shrimp Tacos (2.5/5) Served with 2 heaping tempura shrimp tacos and a large slab of avocado,cabbage, slightly spicy salsa, and chips This was definitely a ok choice. I couldn't really taste the freshness of the shrimp taco, and I wouldn't say this was a pretty decent portion for the price of it. Overall, underwhelming but did the job. Pancakes with a blueberry cream (3.5/5) 2 stacks of pancakes with a nice cream and syrup. Can't go wrong! Very decent. Overall, the views and service made this experience.

    The The 'Cali' Burrito
    Germane G.

    It's always an amazing experience here. The service is always great. The food is always good. You can't beat the view of the Marina and it is reasonably priced for the portions you get. Looking forward to going back.

    The Obvious Choice cocktail and Champagne
    Colleen Z.

    BALEEN kitchen is amazing! I cancelled my Friday dinner reservation and decided to eat somewhere else. However, Saturday night we decided to have dinner here (with no prior reservation) they seated us in the lounge/ bar area where there was live entertainment! I celebrated my birthday early and they gave us complimentary champagne for a toast, like how friggin cute! Ethan and Carla were so attentive and made sure everything was perfect through the night. Sunday morning, we had breakfast/ brunch here also and the Lemon mascarpone pancakes were DELISH! My husband got the Cali Burrito (forgive me if that was wrong) but we kept telling each how perfectly cooked that burrito was! Literally one of the BEST we've ever had! Overall, the entire experience for both dinner and brunch were sooo good! We cannot wait to come back for more meals!

    Key lime pie
    Kelly B.

    We ate here because AmEx benefits gave us $100 credit for staying at the Portofino Hotel. We enjoyed this place because they had a warm inviting space with breezy relaxing decor and a great view of the marina, both a warm host and friendly and accommodating server. And lastly, the food was super enjoyable. I asked the host what she liked and the salmon bagel was one of her picks. I don't usually order a bagel for brunch but I was curious and boy was I ever happy with my choice! A platter of yummy veggies, fresh salmon, very tasty cream cheese and a tasty bagel! I was pretty satisfied with this choice! See pic below! Hubs got the lemon pistachio pancakes which were very fluffy and yummy and kiddo got eggs Benedict. All three of us enjoyed our meals! And since it was pie day we ordered a pie of key lime pie! Very tasty, not overly sweet. A great, relaxing experience and when we walked by at night the previous night a lively, hopping place with music.

    Matt I.

    The Baleen Kitchen is a hidden gem. Tucked away in the King Harbor Marina near The Portofino Hotel this iconic restaurant is a definite treat. While it is a little off the beaten path, it's definitely worth the trip. My wife and I have stayed at the Portofino Hotel on multiple occasions and this is always our go to breakfast spot when we stay there. Service is always friendly and the restaurant has beautiful views of the harbor. Because it's tucked away it's nice and quiet in the area and can easily make you forget that you're just minutes away from bustling LA. They have a modest menu that feels like it's just the right size for the establishment. I'm a fan of the more modest menus that are well executed rather than large exhaustive menus of mediocre food. This place hits the mark. I do also like that because it's further off the beaten path ice never seen it extremely busy the way one would expect a restaurant of that caliber to be in a place like LA. Overall a great experience and a must try. Atmosphere: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Total: 5/5 Price: $ Rating Criteria: 1/5: Terrible, would not recommend 2/5: Might be worth it depending on price and other factors. 3/5: Solid option. Average in this category for the area. 4/5: Above average and excels in this area. 5/5: Excellent, needs no improvement Pricing Criteria: $: $0 - $50 per person $$: $50 - $100 per person $$$: $100 - $200 per person $$$$: $200 - $500 per person $$$$$: $500+ per person *Please keep in mind that reviews are based on personal experience which may differ from person to person based upon a multitude of factors (individual/specific workers, time of day, personal preferences, etc). Pricing may also differ and is reflected here based on what we paid for our meal. We usually enjoy multiple courses with our meals including appetizers, salads, entrees, desserts, and sometimes drinks or tasting menus when available. Please do your own research if concerned about potential pricing.*

    Kristin A.

    We were staying at the hotel and decided to have dinner at the restaurant. We enjoyed a few fun cocktails with some flatbreads, but our dinners were the star of the show! I opted for the shrimp tacos. They were crispy and the combo of guacamole and slaw on top added to the flavor burst the tacos provided. My husband ordered the pork chop and he said it was cooked to perfection! The view was nice and the staff were great! If you are staying at the hotel...or not... check this place out! You will not be disappointed!

    The 'Cali' Burrito
    Brittany W.

    I stayed at the hotel and came here for breakfast two mornings in a row and had fairly different experiences. I ordered the Cali burrito the first morning and it was flavorful and the meat tender, but I would have preferred it without shrimp. Our server was attentive and quick, and we never had to ask for anything or wait to get our server's attention. The second morning was the opposite. It was difficult to get our server's attention to get an additional utensil, a refill, and eventually the bill. It was so slow we decided it wasn't worth going our third and last morning at the hotel and would go elsewhere.

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    4.6(297 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    This is probably my favorite restaurant in South Bay. Their menu features an American take on…read moreMediterranean food with a delicious selection of spreads and breads, mezze, pastas, skewers, and large mains. We decided to get the roasted spiced eggplant which is served atop charred red bell peppers and onions, black garlic, and pine nuts. Choosing the rosemary smoked salt focaccia (over the buttermilk pita) was a no-brainer for us and a dish we would have paid for individually in its own right. We completely forgot about getting veggies until I saw the table next to us order the roasted Brussels sprouts. To our surprise, it was elevated by being served with a sherry and date puree, brown butter fennel vinaigrette, and a hill of parmesan -- absolutely mind blown (we still dream about this dish and recreating it). We skiped the large mains since we were only a party of two and instead opted for the beef tenderloin that was juicy and served wih a quinoa tabbouli, toum (creamy garlic sauce), and your choice of another sauce (we chose zhoug). Overall, Attagirl elevates familiar offerings by unique and thoughtful accompaniments. There wasn't a single dish we tried that we didn't like. We would definitely come back again with a larger party in order to try more of their dishes. Making a same day reservation for dinner was extremely easy. Service was attentive and friendly. There is a nearby public parking structure on the same block.

    My friend and I came to this super cute restaurant for dinner. We did family style and ordered the…read moreSpicy Whipped Feta with Focaccia, Spiced Lamb Meatballs, Sungold Tomato & Watermelon Salad, Peruvian Scallop Crudo and Spaghetti Al Limone Di Sorrento. They had some incredible items and some items I wouldn't need to get next time. The whipped feta and pasta salad were incredible. Flavors were just delicious. Both the scallop and watermelon salad were unique. I'm usually obsessed with watermelon salad and while I still enjoyed this one, I've definitely had much better ones. My friend didn't like the watermelon salad which was fair as the flavor combo was definitely unique. For dessert, we got the Basque Cheesecake which was just the most delightful thing. So creamy and so yummy!!

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    Fishing With Dynamite - Peruvian scallops and jumbo shrimp cocktail from the raw bar

    Fishing With Dynamite

    4.5(2k reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    My wife and I recently visited Los Angeles to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary and a major…read morebirthday milestone, and we were fortunate enough to discover Fishing With Dynamite. We had heard wonderful things about the restaurant, and after our experience, I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. Because of our travel schedule, our only opportunity to visit was during lunch on the same day we had to catch a flight home across the country. From the moment we made our reservation to the moment we walked out the door, everything about our experience was exceptional. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a wonderful corner location and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The service was terrific, and the food was outstanding. The four of us ordered a variety of dishes to share, and everything was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. Each dish felt thoughtfully prepared, and there was something special about being able to enjoy such a memorable meal together on an important day for our family. But what truly sets Fishing With Dynamite apart isn't just the food or the atmosphere -- it's the people. Every interaction we had with the staff was wonderful. From making the reservation, to our waitress who took such great care of us, to the servers who brought our food and drinks, everyone was friendly, attentive, welcoming, and genuinely seemed to care about making sure we had a great experience. And then something happened that took that feeling to an entirely different level. After we finished our meal, I accidentally left a small bag at the restaurant as we headed to the airport. I didn't realize it until we were already at LAX, sitting at the gate and preparing to board our flight home. My heart sank when I realized what had happened. The items inside -- AirPods, Beats headphones, an external battery pack, an expensive pair of sunglasses, and other things -- were replaceable, but a few of them were gifts and had sentimental value to me. Given that we were already at the airport, I had pretty much accepted that I would never see the bag again. My wife contacted Fishing With Dynamite, explained what had happened, and the staff immediately went to work trying to help. We were put back in touch with the waitress who had served us, and incredibly, she remembered us and was able to locate the bag. We offered to pay for shipping and for the inconvenience of someone having to take the package to the post office. Instead, later that day, the general manager reached out to us personally and assured us that they would be happy to ship everything back to us promptly -- and, even more incredibly, they wouldn't accept a penny from us for doing it. That gesture meant far more to me than simply getting my belongings back. In a world where customer service can sometimes feel transactional, the people at Fishing With Dynamite reminded me that there are still genuinely caring people who are willing to go out of their way to help someone simply because it's the right thing to do. We went to Fishing With Dynamite expecting a great lunch. We left with an incredible meal, wonderful memories from our anniversary trip, and an experience with a group of people that I will genuinely never forget. The food is fantastic. The restaurant is beautiful. The service is excellent. But most importantly, the people who work here truly care about their customers, and they proved it by going far beyond what anyone could reasonably expect.

    My second time here and everything was creative and delicious…read more Raw scallops on shells: 5/5 Shrimp cocktail: 4/5 Snow crab claws: delicious but tiny 4/5 Black cod on tostadas: 5/5 Cold soba noodles with lightly cured king salmon 5/5 Koshihikari rice with uni, shrimp and crab meat 5/5 Overall 5/5 experience

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    Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant Redondo Beach - Welcome to Bluewater Grill

    Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant Redondo Beach

    4.1(2.2k reviews)
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    We held a Rehearsal Dinner for 60 people upstairs in the Avalon Room and the experience was…read morewonderful from start to finish. We planned it from the east coast, and Vida made it easy from start to finish. She was well organized, responsive, gave great advice and was so pleasant to work with! The room itself was beautiful. The food was delicious - we received many compliments on the food from our guests. The service was top-notch. Everyone was friendly and attentive. I rarely leave reviews, but couldn't pass up the opportunity to thank the Bluewater staff. If you're considering an event here, don't hesitate to book it!

    We decided to come here to celebrate our anniversary, and I'm so glad we did. My husband had dined…read morehere before for work and has been raving about the sourdough bread ever since. And yes... it really IS very, very good! Crispy on the outside, warm and soft inside, we ended up eating two more pieces. Thank you to our kind waiter for keeping the bread coming. We're not wine drinkers because that's just empty calories for us, so we came for the FOOD! And the food definitely delivered. We each started with a bowl of clam chowder, which was creamy and delicious. It was also perfect for dipping that warm sourdough bread into. We also shared the grilled octopus, which was very tender. For our entrees, we went with the barramundi and seabass, and we really enjoyed both. Our waiter brought us with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream topped with sprinkles and a candle for our anniversary. Such a cute touch! We got to enjoy our dessert while taking in the beautiful sunset view, which made the evening even more special. We dined on a Wednesday night when it wasn't too busy, and there was plenty of self-parking available. We did notice the valet sign, but it looked like valet service was closed that evening. Overall, we had a wonderful anniversary dinner with great food, attentive service, and a beautiful sunset view. And yes, I'm still thinking about that sourdough.

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    Sea Level Restaurant & Lounge

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    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Casual dining
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    Great views. Trent D was very kind and awesome. Super friendly…read more Server: Trent D Check #135 Table 16 9/12/26 4:40 PM Ordered: Smoke old fashioned Shade Lemonade 1 Coke $28.00. 1 Poke Bowl 1 Chicken Cobb Salad $23.00 Lemon Drop Martini 1 Clam Chowder Price for soda was really hilarious. $7 buck. All other pricing was acceptable. Few for valet ($8). Restaurant is very clean and so are the restrooms. Can't speak on parking because every time we come here we always valet. They changed the outside around a bit. Seems like there is more room since there are more tables. Nice views to look at outside.

    I made a reservation on OpenTable for 4 to celebrate my daughters eighteenth birthday, around…read more3:30pm the place was very nice, people in the inside seating area were saying happy birthday to my daughter as we walked passed t I am extremely disappointed with my experience and feel that this restaurant nearly ruined a special birthday celebration due to a fee that was never disclosed in advance. When I made the reservation, I clearly stated that it was for a birthday lunch and that we would be bringing a small 5-inch round birthday cake. At no point during the reservation process was I informed of any cake-cutting fee, nor was it disclosed anywhere that I saw when booking. After being seated and reviewing the menu, our waitress approached the table and said, "Just so you know, we charge a $30 cake-cutting fee." I politely explained that we would not need anyone to cut or serve the cake, so the fee would not be necessary. She then informed me that it was restaurant policy and said she would have the manager explain it. The manager came to the table and doubled down on the charge. He explained that they used to charge per slice but that "it started getting a little crazy," so they now charge a flat $30 fee. He even tried to justify it by saying it was a better deal because their desserts cost around $50 each. I explained that this was not a deal at all and that I had never heard of such a fee being imposed simply for bringing a small birthday cake. More importantly, I told him I was completely unaware of it because it had never been disclosed during the reservation process. I made it clear that had I known about this additional charge beforehand, I would not have chosen to book this restaurant. The manager compared it to a corkage fee. I responded that corkage fees are a widely known and standard practice, whereas charging $30 for a small birthday cake is not something most customers would reasonably expect, especially when it is not communicated in advance. As a result, we chose to leave rather than begin a birthday celebration feeling blindsided by hidden fees. Fortunately, we went to The Cheesecake Factory right up the street, where we received excellent service, enjoyed great food, and were not charged a fee for bringing a birthday cake. I want others to be aware of this policy because it was not disclosed upfront and could result in unexpected charges. While they may have every right to have such a policy, customers should be informed before making a reservation, particularly when the restaurant has been told in advance that the occasion is a birthday celebration. Thankfully, they did not ruin her birthday lunch, but they certainly put an unnecessary damper on what should have been a happy and memorable occasion.

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