If you get the chance to sit at the bar, do it! and hope you get served by Raquari!. Seriously, she is the kind of bartender who turns a normal night out into something memorable. From the second I sat down, Raquari was welcoming, sharp, and completely on top of everything, even while juggling a packed bar. Her drink recommendations were spot on. she actually listens to what you like and then somehow makes it better than you expected. Every cocktail was perfectly balanced. It's not just pouring drinks, it's an experience! What really stood out, though, was her energy. Friendly without being fake, attentive without hovering, and she somehow keeps the whole bar feeling fun and relaxed. You can tell she genuinely enjoys what she does, and it makes everyone around her have a better time. Great service is hard to find, but Raquari makes it look effortless. If you're coming here, sitting at her bar isn't just recommended , it's the move! read more

Good service & ambiance, the cocktails were the best part! Will be back. Food was good (although not sure the ahi salad was really worth $24 for the small amount of tuna and the potatoes were crunchy and unseasoned). Seafood pasta was excellent, and the beet and arugula salad we had as an appetizer was amazing! read more

BeachLife Grotto - Ahi salad, single fin cocktail - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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I came here for happy hour the service was amazing the host and hostess Michel and Molly we're so welcoming and nice I sat at the bar and Raquari was my server/bartender the food and drinks were amazing I'll definitely be coming here again! read more

The ambiance was nice. While it is rather small venue, we didn't feel like we were trapped - probably because of the 'open-air' setup around the bar counter section. The service was good - our server (forgot his name) was energetic, friendly, and attentive. Three of us ordered different drinks and main dishes - I enjoyed Blackened Fish Sandwich. read more

BeachLife Grotto - Blackened fish sandwich with truffle fries - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Do not miss this opportunity for the best food you've had, especially go during happy hour 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. age sourdough bread you must try and the brussel sprouts were absolutely scrumptious! And then you can't miss the mud pie! I am coming back for sure! read more

Fantastic all around this place has such a beachy, relaxing vibe. Definitely recommend grabbing a seat on the rooftop. The arugula beet salad was so good I almost asked the chef for the recipe. The crudo was flavorful, and the shrimp tacos were just as delicious! Service was great too! IDE deff come back read more

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Beautiful rooftop atmosphere! And the food is absolutely so savory and delicious and well presented. The beet and arugula salad is a must and the single fin is a Felicia cocktail like a guava spritzer or something but man strong and delicious. Give me 6 of these and keep them coming. read more

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Jebidiah H was our server upstairs and Trevor was the manager - they both were extremely kind and friendly. They really made us feel special! It was really fun to be on a second story in the riviera - very rare! We went for a little snack and outing. The ambiance is really cool - lots of different style tables and seatings. We got the shrimp cocktail and mud pie. I recommend both! The menu looks pretty good, I'd love to go back and try more. read more

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Fantastic meal in the heart of the Riviera Attended a private dinner party at the Beachlife Grotto. The entire downstairs seating area and bar, including a moderate sized private room were reserved. The place is a bit cramped and very loud. Open bar with servers handed out drinks directly or delivered to your table. Dinner included hangar steak and halibut. The steak was tender, medium rare--just how I like it. It came with rice and broccolini which were also good. The halibut looked appetizing but was a bit dry. However, the dish redeemed itself by having a squash risotto to die for. Crispy Brussels sprouts were cooked perfectly and had a tinge of sweetness. All portions were sizable. Dessert was a mixed bag. The key lime tarts weren't too sweet and were indeed very tart. The cookies were fluffy and soft but were too bready like a muffin. There is an upstairs deck and gift shop. The only two bathrooms are upstairs. Service was good, nothing to complain about there. Parking is metered wherever you can find it. Overall, a very positive dining experience just 2 blocks from the beach and plenty of other eateries nearby. Will definitely be back read more

BeachLife Grotto - Halibut on risotto, brussels sprouts, hangar steak with broccolini and rice - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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This is a fairly new restaurant, located right next door to Rockefeller. So it's in the Riviera Village. They are normally open in the afternoons during the week, but open in the mornings on the weekends for brunch. There are tables indoors and outdoors. Because it looked a little crowded indoors, I chose a table outdoors. They don't offer any specialty coffees, only drip. So I ordered one of those, with a side of oat milk, and an avocado toast. The toast actually tasted better than it looks. Looks pretty boring, but tasted good. It's more of a bar that serves food than a restaurant. The list of cocktails is longer than the brunch menu. Restrooms are upstairs, along with a general store where they sell merchandise. They also have additional, rooftop dining. If you don't want to take the stairs, there are elevators. Service was good and staff were friendly. I plan to return and try a cocktail next time. read more

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This restaurant has a great location. Located right on Catalina in the heart of the Riviera Village, this place has easy access to the beach, the Esplanade, and/or the shops around the village. The structure was completely redesigned for this restaurant. It used to be just a very average shop, now has become a very nice architecturally designed building. They have a great outdoor patio space both on the first floor and on the upper patio, as well as very nice interior dining. The design of this restaurant and its location are truly two of the high points of this business. What are the main elements of this establishment is it is designed to cater to the bar crowd. They have a very large bar on the lower level which offers a lot of interesting drinks. In addition, they have a limited food menu that is pretty wide spanning in what they offer. Plus, on Saturday and Sunday they offer 10:00 AM brunch. The one downside I find about this restaurant, is that I don't know if they use a limited staff or just the servers are overwhelmed by the customers, but sometimes service can be fairly slow at this place. If they give you a drink, and you're sitting back and enjoying it, this really isn't a big deal. But, on the other hand, if you're starving and are looking forward to eating a meal or something, this could be just a bit of a problem. Just something to keep in mind. Overall, this is a fun new addition to the village. Great place to sit back and have a drink or an interesting meal. read more

We went to Beachlife a few weekends ago on a Friday night. We were seated immediately, which I guess should have been my first clue. It took quite a bit for us to get a server and when we did, we were ready to order. Once we ordered it took 30 minutes for us to get our drinks and more than 45 minutes to get our food. What really made the service abysmal was that the table next to us was seated 15 minutes after we got there. I don't know when they ordered but they got their food before we did. When they were done eating, the general manager, waiter, and some other person came to their table to profusely thank them for their patience in waiting for their food. They offered them a free dessert on the house. This happened at the table next to us where we got to the restaurant before this couple, ordered before this couple and did not recieve our drinks or food until after this couple left. Needless to say, we were not offered any apolgies nor any dessert, let alone free dessert. I don't know what motivated this disparity in service but, I will not be returning to this restaurant and if you want customer service as part of your dining experience, you shouldn't go to Beachlife. read more

Stopped in on a Saturday for brunch with our pup. Didn't think we'd find a table since we didn't have a reservation, but Molly came to our rescue, and accommodated us. Excellent food and cocktails. Servers were kind and welcoming. Lovely vibe - felt inviting and fun. Thanks Molly and the team at BeachLife Grotto for a great dining experience! We will be back! :) read more

We stopped by BeachLife Grotto around 3pm on a Saturday and caught their happy hour (3-5pm), which was a great way to get introduced to this restaurant - a solid menu of $5 and $10 items that actually feels worth ordering from. We started with the bread, which was excellent and easily one of the highlights. Warm, soft on the inside, and nicely toasted on the outside, it had that comforting balance of crisp edges and pillowy interior, and it was presented thoughtfully. From there we shared a mix of happy hour items: brussels sprouts, truffle fries, beef sticks, a Caesar salad, and my friend ordered the burger. Everything landed well for the price point. The brussels sprouts stood out - nicely crisped with good flavor - and the beef sticks were well grilled and satisfying. The burger was solid - your typical burger, but definitely good value - and the truffle fries were exactly what you want during happy hour. I also had a glass of white wine off the happy hour menu, which paired nicely with the food. What really pulled it all together was the vibe. It was lightly raining when we went, so the patio wasn't an option, but inside felt cozy and inviting. Jazz music was playing in the background, the service was friendly and on point, and the space itself is small but thoughtfully set up. It felt relaxed, welcoming, and easy to settle into. It definitely made me curious to come back and try more of the regular menu next time. Overall, it left a great impression - solid food, good energy, and a setting that fits the neighborhood well. read more

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This restaurant is very much just okay! Not great, but I wouldn't necessarily it's terrible. All the restaurants in the riviera are a good experience because of the location however some are much better than others. I wouldn't recommend this one as one of the better options. First, the staff feels unorganized. Two servers came up to my date and I asking what we wanted to drink after we already ordered. This was while we were seated at a table we made a reservation for. Secondly, the menu is small. There is not a lot of options for entrees if you come here hungry. Personally, I didn't like the menu. We got an appetizer so we didn't appear rude and went over to Rebel Republic across the street to order our dinner afterwards. Third, the upstairs isn't comfortable. Some seating is comfortable if you get a couch, but the tables aren't at all. And no heaters were available despite is being freezing. As for the music, it was playing on a small speaker in the corner quietly. I felt like I was in someone's backyard. This place is new, and the two-story display viewing from the outside looks like it would be one of the best options for drinks and dinner on the riviera. I would suggest to look elsewhere like Riveria across the street. BeachLife is not what I expected. Lastly, I will say the country bread and Brussel sprouts are good! The food here isn't bad. But considering all else, I just don't think I'll be back. read more

BeachLife Grotto - Aged Sourdough Country Bread - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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Went for brunch here. Took ages to get served. Did not have a Bloody Mary which was what we came for. The sourdough bread was amazing! Our server lacked personality and did not take care of us at all. We ordered eggs and were not even asked how we wanted them cooked. Did not get checked on. Asked for hot sauce and it never came so we had to ask someone else. Food was average but the service and vibe would stop us from coming back. read more

Went here for a nice evening out , was seated outside near heat lamp and protected by some plants but it was a little chilly even with my long wool coat on. But that was minor compared to the great time we had , Michael warmly greeted us and sat us quickly , Trevor came by to make sure all was well and our server came by to check on us all within a few minutes . We ordered drinks , and a different server brought them out , which showed to me that the team working there all support each other and help each other out. We ordered the sourdough bread that was phenomenal ,it remained hot even when we were sitting outside , the crust was crisp and the inside was so light and fluffy . Then we had a beet and arugula salad , also amazing as it was made with 3 different variations of beets . It was so unique in the way it was presented. Last we had salmon , grilled, not knowing it would be "Ala carte " , literally . No garnish, on a small salad plate , just a grilled piece of salmon it was almost comical . I only have a picture of the bread . read more

BeachLife Grotto - Sourdough bread appetizer with butter, black sesame seed and other container had a vinaigrette - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Huge shout out to Sarina and Jedediah for taking care of my husband, myself and our small daughter for my husband's birthday dinner! Back in the summer of 2024 we had a small incident which led us to not be able to enjoy our time at beachlife as we had to leave early. We have been meaning to come back ever since and we finally did this past month! We sat on the rooftop, which is absolutely gorgeous. Great views of the PV Hill and very relaxing beach vibes up there! We ordered many things, but a few callouts to what we enjoyed the most. The sourdough bread starter is really delicious, we enjoyed our Mai Tai cocktails as well! For a main, you cannot go wrong with the Bronzino. It was absolutely divine! We ate, drink, and relaxed for a few hours on the patio, and we were well taken care of and never rushed. The staff is very warm and welcoming, the vibe is trendy and definitely gives you the feeling as if you're on vacation. If you are looking to celebrate a special event or just have a fun Friday night out this spot can accommodate all. We can't wait to visit again! read more

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Let me start with the service. It was awesome. Super attentive and friendly wait and management staff. We chose to sit upstairs and had 5 different people check in on us. 10/10 service. The atmosphere is awesome, I love the layout design of the restaurant, you feel like you're at your rich friends beach house. 10/10 Ambiance. Now the food review. This was seriously disappointing. We ordered the Thai beef skewers, Salmon Sliders, Brussel sprouts and Swordfish tacos. Thai beef skewers $22 bucks for 3 pinky sized strips of chewy beef. My date and I struggled to cut one of the pieces in half because of how chewy it was. The salmon sliders were meh, bread was soggy and it just didn't have any great flavor or texture in it. Brussel Sprouts were soft. However I really enjoyed the sauce that was served at the bottom of the plate. Swordfish tacos were actually the best value. $22 and you get 2 very generously sized tacos filled with lots of swordfish. My date took one bite and said it was too fishy. I actually didn't mind that and enjoyed them for the most part. Unfortunately I will not be coming back for food, however it's a great spot to grab a drink as the ambience and staff are awesome. read more

Love BeachLife Grotto! Great coastal vibe, super fresh seafood, and amazing service. Perfect spot for a laid-back but elevated night out. Will definitely be back! read more

We had an absolutely fantastic event here. Can't recommend this place enough. We were on the upstairs patio for our private event. The space was gorgeous and the view is stunning. The staff could not have been more gracious, friendly or helpful - from the event planner to the bartenders. This was seamless. The drinks were beautiful and the spread of food was just perfect for this late afternoon cocktail gathering. I can't wait to go back for dinner and to host more events here! read more

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Tried this place on a whim on a Friday night because there was no wait. We were seated on the rooftop at the couches in front of a fireplace. Comfy, cozy, beachy... perfect! The waitstaff was fantastic in terms of friendliness and knowledge of the menu. As for the food/drinks, I loved the halibut, tuna crudo, and fried whole snapper. The espresso martini was also on point. Highlight of the night, though, was the host, Michael. My kids absolutely loved him and kept going downstairs to say hi to him and give him high fives. "Best night ever!" my 3 year said. I'm thrilled for this newer option on the Riviera. We'll definitely be coming back!! read more

BeachLife Grotto - Our host, Michael, deserves a Best in Service award for how patient and kind he was with my energetic little ones!! - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

I wanted to love this place but unfortunately did not. Let me start by saying the staff was extremely pleasant but the food was honestly pretty not great for how expensive the menu is. My fiancé and I both have had stomachaches all day today and have been in and out of the bathroom (sorry tmi) so I assume something from dinner didn't sit well with us... With all of that being said, I don't think we'll be returning which is kind of a bummer. read more

Exec summary: Brunch review. Limited menu, cool ambiance Apparently they are starting brunch service as the waiter indicated that today was their first brunch day Sat on the upper deck. Fascinating view of the riviera. Great to look down on the cars. Cool vibe. The service was fine. Not fantastic, not horrible The food was fine. I ordered the loco moco, the rice was a bit overdone (Aka hard) but otherwise it was a cool trendy option. Typical riviera eating establishment. We live this area and eat here often. Nice addition and beats the old liquor store that used to occupy this space read more

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Great welcoming from Michael- all the staff is great and best happy hour in town! The upstairs patio is beautiful but a bit uncomfortable to dine at... the couches are great in appearance but hard to eat at and the tables aren't very comfy and very close together... read more

Raquari was amazing with great customer service and very good cocktails. The bar is on the second floor so you get a nice view and nice vibes . Music is relaxing. read more

BeachLife Grotto - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

We stopped into this place randomly. Had dinner down the street and wanted to grab a drink at a different place than our usual spots. Can't tell you about the food but their bar was great. Eric the bartender made the night. He was fun and engaging. Working like crazy but took care of us with no delay. He overheard us talking about it being my wife's birthday. Shortly after she had a birthday dessert. read more

BeachLife Grotto - Eric - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

The boyfriend and I ate here on Sunday quite by accident... and LOVED it. We first went across the street to Riveria... but had such a terrible experience there... we left and came here to eat. Fortuitous! I was craving fish tacos... and this place didn't disappoint. They served two huge tacos that were delicious and everything I needed them to be. My bf had a cheeseburger and tots. He always likes his fries and tots super crispy... and they listened. A lot of places say sure... but don't actually give you crispier than usual. The bartendress was super friendly and welcoming and the service overall was efficient. We really enjoyed sitting at the bar, enjoying the ocean breeze and a lovely lunch. After looking over the menu - we will definitely be back to try menu items and grab a glass of wine or a cocktail next time. read more

Wow! ... WOW!! I'm not much of a "reviewer," but I HAD to say something about this place. Our experience started with Trevor, the GM (owner?). Trevor had the most welcoming and professional demeanor you could ask for. His genuine personality made us feel like we've been regulars from day one. The friends we brought from out of town couldn't stop raving about the service, atmosphere, and eventual food (brussels sprouts; Trevor's recommendation) that we've come to expect. No only did Trevor and the attentive staff give us a detailed breakdown of the drinks and food they offered that evening, but our amazing waiter, and that evening's chef, went above and beyond to ensure that even the "lightest" food sensitivities, my wife has, were accommodated for. 10/10 will recommend!! -- and can't wait to bring more friends!! read more

This is the second time I have dined here. The first time was amazing so I brought my daughter and her family back for her birthday. The service is wonderful and friendly and very easy-going. The food is incredible. We tried a lot of appetizers this time and their drinks were incredible too. Not only is it beautifully decorated and relaxing, but I have to say the people that work there and the service is the best. read more

One of the best in the Riviera area, food was tasty and service was excellent too, on second floor patio you'll get a great view of the PV which is super nice in a warm evening read more

Unfortunate visit today for lunch because we love the gentleman that greets everyone and the atmosphere.. Do not come hungry. We ordered the baja fish tacos. There was only one puney piece of fish in each tortilla. I ordered the fish sandwich. The fish was so thin, i barely could see it.. Thank goodness i like brioche bread. The best part of the meal was the caesar side salad.. read more

This newest restaurant in the area is very laid back pretty looking with a relaxing beach vibe. Went for dinner with friends and we ordered some delicious cocktails and food. 1. For the apps, we got a dozen oysters and California bluefin tuna crudo. Both dishes were so fresh and delicious. The tuna crudo came with some avocado on top which blended perfectly to create some unique delicious flavor. It went well with the cocktails we ordered. 2. For the main course: my friend loved her brick chicken and I tried the sea bass which was good and flaky. I ordered the New York strip. The presentation was pretty and appealing but I think it was lack a bit flavor. I should have sticked with the seafood menu. The bread and asparagus for the table were tasty and everyone enjoyed it. For the dessert, we ordered some Peruvian picarones (donuts version of Peruvian) and some cake with strawberries. I enjoyed the cake better than the picarones. The service was impeccable and friendly. Will definitely return to try their rooftop bar next time. read more

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My sister was visiting me at the beach and we had wanted to do happy hour somewhere fun on Friday, 2/13/26. Beachlife Grotto was mentioned in a Hermosa Beach Facebook forum in a post that had specifically asked where people of the Southbay liked to go for Caesar salad and french fries. The review stated that the rooftop deck was a beautiful place to enjoy just these items. I looked at reviews and they confirmed that the food, vibe, and view were not to be missed, so it was an easy decision to make Beachlife Grotto our pick for the night. I readied myself for happy hour restrictions. i.e. only at the bar tops and/or patio tables, predetermined times, etc. Reread reviews to see if they had mentioned anything special we needed to plan for since the menu online noted one had to, "Become a BeachLife Social Member to Enjoy!" No reviews mentioned anything about "membership," and one gentleman had stated in his review that they ended up there for HH on a whim. I went to their website to see if it was an email list we needed to sign up for. No further information was given about being a social member, I assumed I would be given info when we ate there. There were plenty of reservations for a PAX of 2 in the main dining room, the earliest being at 5:45pm when I checked around 3pm on that day. I almost booked it! but didn't since we were hoping to sit on the rooftop. I figured that even if the roof was too busy we could slip in at the bar or be sat at a 2 top in the dining room with their reservation system showing such availability on the same day. We get there and a server was graciously greeting the queue that had formed in front of the host stand, while the host was showing guests to a table on the roof. When the host came down, he looked at us and asked how he could help us. I stated that we were hoping to enjoy sunset and happy hour on the roof. He said that they were booked up for the night and said that it was Valentine's Day. Almost as if implying that we should have known better than to come without a reservation. He didn't look at his table schematic or SevenRooms tablet to see if they could some how fit us in. He didn't offer a, "We hope to see you again soon!" There was no hospitality in his words for us. If I had spoken like that to a customer when I was in his position and didn't at the very least apologize for not having the privilege of serving them that day, I would have been talked to about how my attitude might discourage customers from further patronizing in the future. Holidays and holiday weekends are busy. I understand this. I was in restaurant hospitality, events and management for years. I started as a host at 18. I had more hospitality when I was green and shy than this man had for us on Friday, not Valentine's day! One star for the bread I had on a previous visit last year, and one star for the lovely gentleman who made sure that guests in the queue felt acknowledged and assuring them someone would be with us soon. read more

Stopped by BeachLife Grotto for the first time and already know I'll be back--definitely adding this to my local rotation. Jebadiah and Ryan were mad welcoming and pulled me in off Catalina Ave like I'd been coming here for years. The vibe? Think seaside beach club. I didn't eat this time (though the food looked and smelled amazing), but the BeachLife Old Fashioned? Wow. Ryan recommended it--rich rum (including their own), fig, amaro, and bitters. Perfect balance. Smooth, bold, and just different enough to stand out. Can't wait to come back and try the rooftop and the food next time. read more

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Came in for an afternoon nosh while shopping. They now have Happy Hour on weekends. The sun was shining, the food was yummy and the vibes immaculate. Jebediah my waiter was perfect!!!! read more

BeachLife Grotto - Happy Hour Menu - Seafood Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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I wanted so bad to love this place. From the start everything started to go downhill... they wouldn't seat us until we had four out of our five for our party. Parking was terrible so the last two members of our party arrived 20 minutes late. We could've been well into our second round of drinks, but instead waited outside patiently. Our table was sitting empty inside. This is redondo beach .. not Hollywood. There is absolutely no cell service inside the restaurant. They also offer no Wi-Fi. This was a huge problem for me since my kids were home and unable to reach me in case of emergency. The ambience is very charming and the service was very attentive. I would say that the restaurant fell short with the food. We had all shared plates and each were mediocre at best for the price tag. The oysters had bits of shell in them, bluefin tuna was extra fishy and the artichoke was chewy. I have to say the country bread was delicious and both the beet and arugula salad were not bad. Portions are small and you will walk away a bit hungry. My first cocktail with vodka was supposedly a signature drink but was very lackluster.. the Mai Thai I had second was much better. I think for the price tag and overall experience this is a one and done type of spot for me. read more

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Place looked very inviting from the outside as we strolled through the village. Plenty of open seating and as we waited behind a couple at the host stand they were asked where they would like to sit because there was plenty of open seats up and down stairs. As the host came back he immediately told us they were fully booked for the night and had no availability. We felt the vibe was off so we went next door to Rockefeller which was great btw! Highly recommend! We checked if they had reservations online in which they did!!' Not only did we feel discriminated against but racially profiled. This place is disgraceful!! Check the review from just 7 days ago with the exact same issue!! The response below from the manager says they did have availability later.. but the host said they were fully booked for the night and we couldn't make a reservation. So what is it? read more

This is a fantastic new restaurant! I will definitely be back for the clams and mussels. Not sandy at all, very plump and fresh, and the sauce is to die for. The bread it comes with is perfectly toasted and crunchy to dip in the gorgeous sauce. I could have probably eaten 4 slices of that bread with the sauce. The scallop appetizer was very unique - delicious with the meyer lemon and the green curry sauce and the fresh scallop. The tuna crudo had some chutoro on it and it was buttery and delicious. Awesome service, cute little spot with rooftop dining, and really nice food. I'll definitely be back for those clams and mussels, so good! read more

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Decidedly average. The food was ok. We each had grilled fish -- swordfish and halibut. Portions are average. Fish not particularly flavorful for wood-grilled. But fine. Wife had Caesar salad as a side. Pretty basic. I had risotto, which was not good at all. Undercooked yet mushy. And the flavor was just yucky to me. Service was functional, but not at all warm, save for the bow-tie wearing host. The outdoor aesthetic is really nice. For food quality and service, though, there are many better choices in the village. read more