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Very bland and over priced. Came here during my stay because it was the only option in the hotel. Ordered the burger and it was just okay but very dry. Salad also lacked dressing. I knew it was expensive but expected it to be much better for that price . Service was great though.
Very pretty bar/lounge with gorgeous views of the ocean and dock at night. There's a variety of seating, including bar, couches, and outdoor booths. We ordered the calamari and brioche to share, along with a few drinks. Both were delicious, wish there was a bit more calamari. It was a bit annoying to order, since you had to order both food and drinks at the bar, despite us sitting in the lounge area. There was a smaller and separate bar, but it was only for ordering beer or wine. Ordering took a while but food came in a timely manner.
Wowza! What a cute little lunch at Cast and Plow over at the Ritz Carlton Marina Del Rey! Was totally headed home, when mom and aunt asked me if I wanted to meet them for lunch over at the Ritz! Since I am never one to pass up an opportunity for a free meal, I of course said yes and got my butt over there. Arrived on a weekday at around 1pm and the place was DEFINITELY a cute scene. You got all the fancy/professional folks eating lunch, enjoying the beautiful LA weather and its definitely a place to people watch. I am still going strong on my diet, so opted to share a few nibbles pf a few things and super happy I did. OK! THEM BRUSSEL SPROUTS! SO SO SO GOOD! I just had to highlight them! Beautifully roasted (super crispy) in a lovely sauce spinkled with some sort of chili powder. They were gorgeous and so delicious! The Hummus + Pita were super yummy as well! We asked for some fresh veggies to go along with it and it was great! Super random but i'm a fan of a thinly sliced cucumber and they were sliced perfectly! I, of course, being the queen I am, washed it all down with two glasses of prosecco. Great lunch with my mom and aunt! I will absolutely be back! I love a good excuse to sit next to water, soak in some sun, and enjoy myself.
Come here for the view. This restaurant is literally on the marina. There was a variety of California coast cuisine. Expect Ritz prices and mid service.
Visiting a friend in town, and went to their hotel for dinner. Valet only of course but you can pay on CC which is nice. Seating outside is nice with the fire pits, and the glass seems to funnel the gas fumes up so not in your face. View is of the marina. In my opinion there are better views out there but it is the highlight of the area. Anyway service is sloowww. But the Negroni was good, and so were the Brussel sprouts. Really good brussels 5/5. Burger just okay and expensive. Dessert options looked mediocre so did not try. Good for drinks and apps kinda place
Tasty little dockside Chicness! I know carbs are forbidden but WARNING Do not pass on the Herb Brioche bread. We'll work the $16. So soft & savory. Special shout out to our lovely waiter "Samantha" elegant, polite, soft spoken and attentive. She's a star!
We've stayed at The Ritz a bunch the last few years thanks to work trips and this restaurant is such a surprising standout for all breakfast to dinner. Their avocado toast is off-the-charts good with everything seasoning and delicious bread, and their carrot ginger soup and strawberry salad make eating healthy easy to do. Sit by the fire in the lobby and feel contentment for a little while. 5 stars!!!
Delicious food, upstanding service. I ate there several times during my week long stay at The Ritz Carlston MDR. While the menu was compressed to few options, the flavors of most of their offering surpassed expectations. The beef carpaccio was exceptional, and so was the grilled optopus, among other dishes I had, these two were prepared with attention to detail. I was recovering from a medical procedure and the staff was very accommodating, they made sure I had all that I needed to be comfortable; they went above and beyond to meet my request for privacy.
My friend and I went to the Christmas Day brunch. The experience fell shockingly short of expectations in both quality and value. The food was consistently substandard. The salad station and seafood were served at room temperature. The crab claws were extremely dry, tasteless, and appeared freezer-burnt--something I never expected to see allowed out of a professional kitchen. None of the items in the chafing dishes tasted fresh. The miniature quiche was dry, and the dinner rolls were so stale they seemed beyond days old, probably frozen. There wasn't even butter available to accompany them. Dessert was particularly underwhelming. There was a small bowl of warm defrosted berries along with some type of custard with chemical colored sprinkles, served in a tiny shot glass. That was the entirety of the dessert offering. If the intention was to keep the menu simple, the execution should have at least been exceptional--it was not. The cost of the brunch was $150 per person, yet nothing was included--no champagne, not even coffee. We each ordered one espresso martini and one glass of wine, bringing our total bill to $460. Seeing that total after such a disappointing experience felt like a slap in the face. To add to the overall dissatisfaction, my table faced a filthy wall, which unfortunately felt fitting given the quality of the food and service.
Even though I live here in West LA I had family visiting town for an NFL game so they chose to stay at this MDR Ritz location. We decided to have Cast & Plow for dinner and then again for breakfast the following day before heading out. It is a beautiful location right on the water and you can view the docked boats during your entire meal. Outside seating on the patio has private seating with individual fire pits which I thought was a really nice touch. They don't have a dedicated parking lot except for the hotel. It will be valet or you can park in the parking lot across the street and walk over. Our servers for both meals were very polite and all of our items came out quickly. I'm giving it a 4/5 because the flavors were good but not great. I have had better dining and other Ritz hotels domestically and around the world. For my dinner I chose the Lamb Loin and the Seasoned Fries and thought both were pretty good. The Lamb Loin had a nice flavor and I especially enjoyed the zucchini mole which was a unique take on this dish for me. I felt the portion size was fair and overall it was pretty good. The next morning I had the Huevos Rancheros with upgraded Chorizo and thought it was fairly good however, they gave me a tiny amount of chorizo which paid extra for. The eggs were cooked perfectly and there was a lot of cheese and crunch, but thought it was a very small portion and I felt hungry afterwards. Overall it is a nice option when staying at the hotel but I would not go out of my way for it if I wasn't already staying there. I would suggest if you are visiting the hotel and want a convenient meal, however, most of the items on their menu you can get for room service as well.
It was our first time here and we came here for a post engagement celebration. Our first impression when we sat outside for brunch was we all loved the view. Also, we thought the seating was comfy, but we found that the table was kind of awkward due to the giant firepit in the center. This was kind of annoying because it took up a lot of room when they were bringing our appetizers (of which we ordered a lot of). We started off with a Cheese and Charcuterie plate, Hamachi Crudo, and Brioche, which were all excellent. I also ordered a Latte which was delicious. Cute cup too. As for the mains, I ordered a Marina BLT which was tasty! Not the most amazing BLT in my whole life, but it was pretty good. I feel like it was missing something.. although I'm not sure what. Oh yeah, and they have gluten free bread that they can bring you if you need that (1 in our party has celiac). Another in our party got the Omelet and thought it was delish. Another in our party ordered the Egg & Purple Haze Cheese Skillet, and they weren't a huge fan. Not terrible but not amazing. Our server was mostly good until it came time for the check. We all finished our meals and were waiting for quite some time. It was pretty muggy and hot outside, and there is nothing really to block the sun from coming in our eyes. We decided to just get up and go inside and wait for the check in the nice air-conditioned space. Overall, the service was great- that was the only quirk. Honestly, I'd come again but sit inside. Nice and air-conditioned. Plus, I felt like the service may have been even better inside. This might be one of those places where if you sit outside, they might forget about you.
We stayed at the ritz over the weekend and had dinner here Sunday night. I want to emphasize this review to Our waitress Kat,she was absolutely amazing!!! So cheerful,full of life,joked around with us, just her energy made our dinner even better! Food was delicious. We ended up getting calamari,carpaccio that came w a brioche bread that we prob could've just eaten that all night because it was so good! Had the scallops and octopus which was very flavorful and super tender. If I ever came back it would be for Kat!! Thank you for making our night.
We were in the marina area, and decided to stop at Ritz Carlton lobby for a quick bite, we tried their Amalfi Aperol which was amazing and their calamari which was cooked to perfection. The bartender was super friendly and the service was extremely quick. The lounge area itself was very pretty, they also had outdoor sitting with ocean view. Highly recommended!! read more
3 months ago
16 days ago
Upon arrival we were greeted by a lovely parking attendant who directed us to the restaurant. The Maître d' brought us to our table on the patio, overlooking the marina. While the views are wonderful, the condition of the restaurant is absolutely terrible! Tables with stains, ripped seat cushions, and just a general dilapidated vibe. This place is in desperate need of renovation! The service and food were great, but definitely not what you expect from an establishment like The Ritz Carlton....super disappointed. Not the way you want your anniversary lunch to go. It seems like some new management is needed to turn this place around!! read more
1 month ago
Very bland and over priced. Came here during my stay because it was the only option in the hotel. Ordered the burger and it was just okay but very dry. Salad also lacked dressing. I knew it was expensive but expected it to be much better for that price . Service was great though. read more
Very pretty bar/lounge with gorgeous views of the ocean and dock at night. There's a variety of seating, including bar, couches, and outdoor booths. We ordered the calamari and brioche to share, along with a few drinks. Both were delicious, wish there was a bit more calamari. It was a bit annoying to order, since you had to order both food and drinks at the bar, despite us sitting in the lounge area. There was a smaller and separate bar, but it was only for ordering beer or wine. Ordering took a while but food came in a timely manner. read more
Wowza! What a cute little lunch at Cast and Plow over at the Ritz Carlton Marina Del Rey! Was totally headed home, when mom and aunt asked me if I wanted to meet them for lunch over at the Ritz! Since I am never one to pass up an opportunity for a free meal, I of course said yes and got my butt over there. Arrived on a weekday at around 1pm and the place was DEFINITELY a cute scene. You got all the fancy/professional folks eating lunch, enjoying the beautiful LA weather and its definitely a place to people watch. I am still going strong on my diet, so opted to share a few nibbles pf a few things and super happy I did. OK! THEM BRUSSEL SPROUTS! SO SO SO GOOD! I just had to highlight them! Beautifully roasted (super crispy) in a lovely sauce spinkled with some sort of chili powder. They were gorgeous and so delicious! The Hummus + Pita were super yummy as well! We asked for some fresh veggies to go along with it and it was great! Super random but i'm a fan of a thinly sliced cucumber and they were sliced perfectly! I, of course, being the queen I am, washed it all down with two glasses of prosecco. Great lunch with my mom and aunt! I will absolutely be back! I love a good excuse to sit next to water, soak in some sun, and enjoy myself. read more
2 years ago
Visiting a friend in town, and went to their hotel for dinner. Valet only of course but you can pay on CC which is nice. Seating outside is nice with the fire pits, and the glass seems to funnel the gas fumes up so not in your face. View is of the marina. In my opinion there are better views out there but it is the highlight of the area. Anyway service is sloowww. But the Negroni was good, and so were the Brussel sprouts. Really good brussels 5/5. Burger just okay and expensive. Dessert options looked mediocre so did not try. Good for drinks and apps kinda place read more
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Tasty little dockside Chicness! I know carbs are forbidden but WARNING Do not pass on the Herb Brioche bread. We'll work the $16. So soft & savory. Special shout out to our lovely waiter "Samantha" elegant, polite, soft spoken and attentive. She's a star! read more
1 year ago
We've stayed at The Ritz a bunch the last few years thanks to work trips and this restaurant is such a surprising standout for all breakfast to dinner. Their avocado toast is off-the-charts good with everything seasoning and delicious bread, and their carrot ginger soup and strawberry salad make eating healthy easy to do. Sit by the fire in the lobby and feel contentment for a little while. 5 stars!!! read more
10 months ago
Delicious food, upstanding service. I ate there several times during my week long stay at The Ritz Carlston MDR. While the menu was compressed to few options, the flavors of most of their offering surpassed expectations. The beef carpaccio was exceptional, and so was the grilled optopus, among other dishes I had, these two were prepared with attention to detail. I was recovering from a medical procedure and the staff was very accommodating, they made sure I had all that I needed to be comfortable; they went above and beyond to meet my request for privacy. read more
10 months ago
My friend and I went to the Christmas Day brunch. The experience fell shockingly short of expectations in both quality and value. The food was consistently substandard. The salad station and seafood were served at room temperature. The crab claws were extremely dry, tasteless, and appeared freezer-burnt--something I never expected to see allowed out of a professional kitchen. None of the items in the chafing dishes tasted fresh. The miniature quiche was dry, and the dinner rolls were so stale they seemed beyond days old, probably frozen. There wasn't even butter available to accompany them. Dessert was particularly underwhelming. There was a small bowl of warm defrosted berries along with some type of custard with chemical colored sprinkles, served in a tiny shot glass. That was the entirety of the dessert offering. If the intention was to keep the menu simple, the execution should have at least been exceptional--it was not. The cost of the brunch was $150 per person, yet nothing was included--no champagne, not even coffee. We each ordered one espresso martini and one glass of wine, bringing our total bill to $460. Seeing that total after such a disappointing experience felt like a slap in the face. To add to the overall dissatisfaction, my table faced a filthy wall, which unfortunately felt fitting given the quality of the food and service. read more
5 months ago
Even though I live here in West LA I had family visiting town for an NFL game so they chose to stay at this MDR Ritz location. We decided to have Cast & Plow for dinner and then again for breakfast the following day before heading out. It is a beautiful location right on the water and you can view the docked boats during your entire meal. Outside seating on the patio has private seating with individual fire pits which I thought was a really nice touch. They don't have a dedicated parking lot except for the hotel. It will be valet or you can park in the parking lot across the street and walk over. Our servers for both meals were very polite and all of our items came out quickly. I'm giving it a 4/5 because the flavors were good but not great. I have had better dining and other Ritz hotels domestically and around the world. For my dinner I chose the Lamb Loin and the Seasoned Fries and thought both were pretty good. The Lamb Loin had a nice flavor and I especially enjoyed the zucchini mole which was a unique take on this dish for me. I felt the portion size was fair and overall it was pretty good. The next morning I had the Huevos Rancheros with upgraded Chorizo and thought it was fairly good however, they gave me a tiny amount of chorizo which paid extra for. The eggs were cooked perfectly and there was a lot of cheese and crunch, but thought it was a very small portion and I felt hungry afterwards. Overall it is a nice option when staying at the hotel but I would not go out of my way for it if I wasn't already staying there. I would suggest if you are visiting the hotel and want a convenient meal, however, most of the items on their menu you can get for room service as well. read more
1 year ago
It was our first time here and we came here for a post engagement celebration. Our first impression when we sat outside for brunch was we all loved the view. Also, we thought the seating was comfy, but we found that the table was kind of awkward due to the giant firepit in the center. This was kind of annoying because it took up a lot of room when they were bringing our appetizers (of which we ordered a lot of). We started off with a Cheese and Charcuterie plate, Hamachi Crudo, and Brioche, which were all excellent. I also ordered a Latte which was delicious. Cute cup too. As for the mains, I ordered a Marina BLT which was tasty! Not the most amazing BLT in my whole life, but it was pretty good. I feel like it was missing something.. although I'm not sure what. Oh yeah, and they have gluten free bread that they can bring you if you need that (1 in our party has celiac). Another in our party got the Omelet and thought it was delish. Another in our party ordered the Egg & Purple Haze Cheese Skillet, and they weren't a huge fan. Not terrible but not amazing. Our server was mostly good until it came time for the check. We all finished our meals and were waiting for quite some time. It was pretty muggy and hot outside, and there is nothing really to block the sun from coming in our eyes. We decided to just get up and go inside and wait for the check in the nice air-conditioned space. Overall, the service was great- that was the only quirk. Honestly, I'd come again but sit inside. Nice and air-conditioned. Plus, I felt like the service may have been even better inside. This might be one of those places where if you sit outside, they might forget about you. read more
7 months ago
We stayed at the ritz over the weekend and had dinner here Sunday night. I want to emphasize this review to Our waitress Kat,she was absolutely amazing!!! So cheerful,full of life,joked around with us, just her energy made our dinner even better! Food was delicious. We ended up getting calamari,carpaccio that came w a brioche bread that we prob could've just eaten that all night because it was so good! Had the scallops and octopus which was very flavorful and super tender. If I ever came back it would be for Kat!! Thank you for making our night. read more
Beautiful location and exceptional view if you sit in the patio. The marina on a typical beautiful sunny day is radiant with various shades of blue reflected from the water, boats, yachts, and flags. This view is 5 stars. The service here is also friendly and supportive of the views. The menu covers the basics to satisfy vegans, vegatarians, pescatarians and carnivore. However, Cast and Plow's beautiful plates serving California nuevo versions of classic menu options does not match the price tag or the flavors one anticipates upon ordering. We ordered the scallops, falafel, salmon, chicken nuggets, and butternut squash soup. Each one delicious and recommended. Nothing stands out as exceptional as the views as does the cocktails; a generous selection of wines, beer and specialty cocktails that certainly will fancy all taste buds. read more
Amazing view, delicious food, and excellent service. Indoor/outdoor seating/bar seating: There are many seating options at this restaurant, but make sure to sit outside if weather permits. This place is perfect for Sunday brunch. Food: On my last visit, I ordered the Fit Wrap, grilled cajun spiced chicken breast, sauteed spinach, egg whites, feta cheese, red salsa. it was filling but did not make me feel heavy. Service: Julia was our amazing server who went out of her way to take care of us, frequently checking on us and refreshing our coffee mid-way through our meal. Sonat, the Assistant Manager, introduced himself and checked to ensure we were thoroughly satisfied, which we were. Sonat was professional, courteous and personable. Parking: Valet parking is the best option, though there is a public parking lot across the street. Shane at valet is kind, smart, courteous, and has an incredible memory. I highly recommend this restaurant, and thank you to Sonat, Julia and Shane for their outstanding service! read more
Lunch was pretty good. A fresh winter salad with grilled chicken -- can't go wrong with But, the nighttime experience at the bar?? Beautiful drinks and friendly, non-stuffy service. And the bar snacks????? (See pic) Definitely worth asking for! read more
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9 months ago
We stayed at the Ritz which is where this restaurant is located. Our first night, we ordered the Korean style chicken sandwich to go and took it to our room. The gochujang slaw and kimchi sauce on this was delicious!! However, the processed chicken patty was so incredibly dry, I had to slather it with ranch dressing to get it down. The "herb" fries were great. The next morning we went to the outdoor dining area for brunch. SERVICE: Beautiful view of the harbor, but we were unfortunate to get the server we got. While we watched another server bust her butt making sure her tables had everything they needed - even wrestling with the giant shade umbrellas to keep her customers shaded, we got a server who disappeared and wasn't around for long periods of time (and we were sweating as the sun drowned out what little shade we had in the beginning). The inside part of the restaurant was practically empty, so it wasn't like she was busy in there. When we left, she was definitely busy chatting away with the bartender. FOOD: I ordered the steak (medium rare) and eggs which comes with tots and a "house salad." When it arrived, it was very clear visually the steak was VERY well done. Cutting into it, there wasn't even a smidge of pink. Definitely well done and very chewy. When I told my server she said she thought the same thing and questioned the chef who just responded that he "temped" it. The house salad was a pile of arugula with no dressing and one half tomato piled on top of the steak. The dish was redone and was better. Even the salad had dressing and some cucumbers. My husband's avocado toast and our peach Bellinis were delicious though. read more
5 months ago
The Ritz is always an elegant, evening experience and I expected no less of it's resident restaurant Cast+Plow. You stroll into the hotel lobby and your ambiance is Roses and Picasso lithographs, a delectable start. Flanked by fireplaces and views of boats floating in the adjacent marina. It's a beauty, through and through. Children are running about and it's a warm welcome. The dinner service was spectacular. I chose from three varying types of waters. Ordered a Quinoa bowl with tofu and my date ordered a variety of fish. I do however wish, there were additional vegetarian entrees. And were on the balcony, it was cozy with a fire pit and overhead heating. I'll still remember to wear a coat next time, and not try to be so seductive, lol. Parking is either valet, as one would expect or public parking in Lot 7. Or I'm close enough to walk over but it's abt 20 mins and I don't wanna wear high heels for the trek. It was a lovely dinner and experience, and we stayed until nearly midnight wandering the art pieces, fireplaces, and the marina after dinner. Very very romantic indeed. I'll add more photos this evening. I tried to focus on the experience and not photos whilst there. But I'll swing by and do this review justice. read more
10 months ago
Came here for my partner's birthday dinner! The location was lovely and valet parking (only parking available) was nice but not included. $18 We sat on the balcony patio and the view of Marina at Sunset was lovely! We both had the filet mignon and it was delicious!! Our server was also super sweet and even brought out a birthday dessert which was delicious as well. 4/5 stars because the food service was pretty slow although the food was great. Our outdoor seat was also a bit dirty up on arrival and there were crayon markings all over the table. Our fire pit also didn't work very well once turned on. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Surprised to see that reviews here aren't all 4 or 5 stars! Food is delicious. Presented artistically and prepared well with fresh and high quality ingredients. Enjoyed everything we had for brunch aside from the cocktail (a special Lavender Haze cocktail that was basically vodka lemonade, yuck). We had the salmon nicoise (sp?), crab cake Benedict, fruit, and chocolate tower dessert. All incredible and dishes we would order again. View was lovely out on the patio. Service was a little slower than we preferred, but overall it was a positive experience. read more
1 year ago
Amazing food great views. We got kids salmon and ribeye steak fries mashed potatoes and salmon and rice. Just delicious! read more
2 years ago
Great views food and service. This place is always packed. Loved sitting outside looking at the Marina having a wonderful meal. I def recommend read more
TL:DR - Great view. Friendly, although slow service. Food was good, but not commensurate with the very high price. We had just arrived from Florida and hadn't eaten all day, save for a few plane snacks. This was our only option without more travel to an off-site location or delivery. We sat outside with a great view of the marina and lit the table fire. Lovely. Took quite a while just to put in our drink order. Not too bad on the follow-up for food order. We got the brussel sprouts for an appetizer. They came out quickly and were delicious! $25 delicious? I don't think so, but they were good. We both got the Cast & Plow burger for a main course. It seemed to take a very long time to come out. We both asked for medium cook temperature and I would say it leaned more towards medium-rare. Nonetheless, the burger was very tasty, although nothing better than a good burger from any other restaurant and certainly nothing to justify the $35 price tag. Fries were tasty and crisp....but pretty standard. Cast & Plow satisfied a need, but I wouldn't say I'd seek it out or return if I weren't staying at the Ritz. read more
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