I worked as a vendor here on May 4th and was the most impressed by the venue itself. Guests are…read moreable to go down to the beach while still having plumbing accommodations which feels so luxurious. It is a bit of a smaller space with a large bridal suite and patio to fit even more guests. The only con is the lack of parking that requires a shuttle or parking across the street as Ubers and Lyfts are sparse due to lack of WiFi/being so far out.

This was my first beach wedding. I was a guest. This place is absolutely dreamy…read more CEREMONY The ceremony takes place on the outdoor patio which overlooks a beautiful private beach in Malibu. The view is breathtaking and you can hear the soft sound of the waves in the background. PICTURES: The bridal party took pictures on the beach with the guests behind them looking over the balcony. I'm sure the bride and groom also got some gorgeous wedding photos out there too. Note if you are in the bridal party to come prepared with shoes you don't mind getting sand in. I noticed the men brought sneakers and the girls were barefoot. WHAT TO WEAR I was unsure what to wear to a beach wedding. The wedding I attended went from day to night. I wore a pink cocktail dress and that was perfect. Everyone at the wedding I attended wore colored clothing. I would stay away from black. And heels are fine because you are on a patio, not the actual beach. I recommend some nice open toe shoes with heels. I suggest wearing sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses (for a daytime wedding) to protect against the sun. I also suggest bringing a sweater as it can get chilly by the beach and also in the reception hall when they put on the air conditioning. Just note that there isn't really a place to store extra stuff except in the bridal room so pack lightly. RECEPTION The reception is inside in an intimate room with beautiful white tables, chandeliers, and a beautiful white draped backdrop with lights. The venue is small and intimate. It feels like being in someone's private home in Malibu. You have the place all to yourself. LOCATION This venue is deep into Malibu. If you are coming from the Westside of Los Angeles you will pass Pepperdine and Zuma Beach to get here. OTHER This place got an award from "2018 Best of Weddings" award from The Knot. The venue works best for smaller weddings. The one I attended had approximately 50 people and that was the perfect size for this venue.

Cute beach spot with really good food overall. The burrata was delicious and fresh with a nice…read morebalsamic drizzle. The grilled octopus was also excellent, tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly over the creamy base and tomatoes. The clams on the half shell weren't really for me. The texture and larger size just wasn't my favorite. I'll stick with oysters next time. Kettle One martinis were good and strong. Staff was friendly and accommodating, especially since we had our two dogs with us. They originally wanted to seat us on the patio, which is literally on the sand. Cute idea, but it was a little chilly and the tables felt very close together, so we chose to sit inside near the bar area instead. Only minor issue was that we could see our drinks sitting ready at the bar for a while before they made it to our table. Nothing major, just noticeable. Also worth noting: valet parking only. Overall, a great little beachside spot with solid food, good drinks, and a relaxed vibe.

We visited Sunset Restaurant expecting a fun beachside dining experience comparable to places like…read moreThe Beachcomber at Crystal Cove -- elevated beach food, good cocktails, and an atmosphere that feels worth the premium prices. Unfortunately, only the prices lived up to that expectation. The biggest disappointment was discovering that the restaurant's much-talked-about lobster and shrimp tacos are no longer even on the menu. We settled for the fish tacos, which arrived overcooked, dry, bland, and somehow cold at the same time. The one thing my dining partner and I did enjoy were the sweet potato fries, which ended up being the highlight of the meal. The "famous" $40 sangria carafe was another letdown -- overwhelmingly sweet, more like fruit punch than an actual sangria, and surprisingly lacking the kind of balanced, boozy flavor you'd expect from a tourist beach restaurant charging those prices. The atmosphere also felt tired and past its prime rather than lively or charming, and while not entirely the restaurant's fault, being seated next to a table of five very energetic six-year-olds didn't exactly improve the experience. What should have been the perfect ending to a beautiful beach day instead left us feeling disappointed, sad, and honestly a little ripped off.

I had the pleasure of spending a Saturday evening at Rancho Del Cielo last month, to celebrate the…read moremarriage of my friends Bret H. and FeiFei J. It was a gorgeous wedding, and the venue was wonderful. I can't speak to the planning part or anything (though I know Bret and FeiFei liked working with both the site coordinator Cathy and the owners, Jill and Sparky--I've thoroughly enjoyed reading the Avesta Diaries on this page, but she and her damage are history), but from where I was sitting, the place seemed ideal. The ceremony, cocktail hour, and seated reception all took place at Rancho Del Cielo, in different parts of the scenic grounds. There were about a hundred of us in attendance, and we fit perfectly--there was plenty of room to party, but it felt warm and intimate, too. The views were marvelous before and after sundown, well worth the trek to Malibu (though the drive up seemed long and tricky enough that I was grateful the bride and groom hired shuttles). The decor was on point, charming and well suited to an al fresco California wedding. I had a lovely time at Rancho Del Cielo, and would highly recommend it if you're looking to get hitched in Malibu. The place was beautiful, worthy of the most special of special occasions.

Jill and Cathy at Rancho are just the most amazing people! We chose this venue and our date before…read moreCOVID, and they worked with us throughout the year to have the wedding we wanted! We originally booked a package with them for 150 people, but when we decided to downsize to 36, they only charged us for the 40 person package! They also help coordinate all of the vendors and Cathy functions as day-of coordinator, so it feels like you have some built-in wedding planning support! We also used all vendors from their preferred vendors list who were all amazing, professional, and helpful. The venue is also GORGEOUS! We really wanted an outdoor venue with ocean views, but Rancho is also a garden setting on a mountaintop. All of our guests could not stop talking about how beautiful and amazing this venue is. We cannot recommend Rancho del Cielo enough!!

Came here for a wedding, and honestly, wow. It was a bit of a drive for us to get out to Malibu,…read morebut the second you step onto the property, you feel like you've been transported to a completely different world. The landscaping, the lush plants, and the rolling vineyard scenery are just stunning. The layout for the wedding ceremony was perfect as everything was set up overlooking the Malibu canyon and the grapevines. We caught the sunset during the reception, and it was pure magic. Service was outstanding from start to finish. Valet parking was smooth and efficient, and the bar was fully stocked with bartenders who actually kept the line moving fast. The sound system was great too (no awkward mic feedback or muffled music), and once the sun went down and the temperature dropped, they had fire pits going to keep everyone warm and cozy. Such a beautiful, well-run hidden place. If you get invited to an event here, absolutely go!

Its one of the most beautiful and romantic wineries in Los Angeles, gorgeous view and a very cute…read morebarn. The charcuterie board is made well, and the food is also good, their pizzas are usually on point. The only reason I'm giving them 4 stars, is their high cost for very low quality wines, and the way they serve the wine.

The customer service when getting on the phone was terrible. I asked a simple question about the…read morepricing to show up for photos and if there was a general tour and the woman on the phone laughed and said "this is a private estate there's none of that" furthermore unless your willing to pay 600$ MINIMUM don't even bother calling her because she's rude and unprofessional and will turn you off to the idea before you even get there. then she'll offer you cooking classes you didn't ask for. do better lobo.

Denise and the Lobo Castle team catered our wedding last weekend, and were the absolute best! I…read morecannot tell you how many guests commented on how good the food was. Denise is very experienced, thoroughly prepared, and even goes out of her way to prepare foods that are not typically on her menu (I'm Filipino and my wife is Lithuanian and Denise did a great job of cooking a couple of our traditional dishes!) Denise, thank you for your contribution to our special day. I would highly recommend for other folks who need a top-notch caterer!

I mean what can I say...I love piers! This is by far one of the most basic piers in the SoCal…read morearea. It's not very long and the day we visited it was littered with trash. Kinda sad people don't know how to use trash cans. Not sure who is responsible for cleaning it, but it could have used it that day. I've lived in L.A.all my life and surprisingly have always passed by her and never stopped in. I guess the high cost of parking always distracted me. But not today. It was my birthday and my daughter brought me here, taking me out of my comfort zone and sharing a wonderful experience. The beach is beautiful. The restaurant was casual and hip with a relaxing vibe. We took a walk along the tide pools and cool rock formations. Walked the pier. And just enjoyed a few hours sitting on the chairs in front of the restaurant. I'm happy I came and enjoyed this little cove!

I walked past the pier this time I was so excited I had never gone to the other side of course I…read moreleft my phone at the cabanas so I ran back and by the time I came back the tide to come up already.

We stayed in this Airbnb over New Years week. It was a nightmare stay, with dishonest information…read morebeing given to us from the outset. The drive there was unsafe, which was never communicated until we were actually staying there and were told, by the host, that it was dangerous to drive the mountain in the rain. Being that she was not home (which we had been told that she would be) we had no access to food or even basic essentials as bathroom tissue, as we'd only been left less than three rolls. The location was noisy, with the water heater clanking all night long, as well as crickets chirping from all around the building. We contacted the owner several times, but she was too busy to help us, as were her staff. We posted this on Airbnb, and her response was that we were "nightmare guests", which is a ridiculous statement as she never met nor spoke with us. We left her property clean and exactly per her instructions -- dishes washed and put away, garbage empty and taken out, towels left in hamper, gates left closed. What then made us nightmare guests? Perhaps that we called her out on her bulls**t? We were honest that we had never stayed in an Airbnb (and never will again after this experience) and she then ranted in her review how we didn't come to her with a high guest rating -- how could we have any rating when we've never stayed in an Airbnb? This issue is not over, as we will be pursuing a refund based on the hosts dishonesty and our horrible week there. We will also be sharing this information so as to warn others of this horror show. Lastly, we paid over $2,100 for this trip, a very expensive horror show, and one that we hope others won't make. Be warned; this place is not what the owner will have you believe!

Short: 1. Amazing views and location…read more2. Amazing food 3. Proceeds go to help man's best friend 4. Fantastic staff Long: As an event planner, I encounter all types of venues. That being said, this was one of my most positive experiences because of the phenomenal amount of love and care that Geraldine (owner) and her staff extend to their guests. I was so impressed by the aesthetic qualities of this space- there are beautiful views and I got to experience an amazing sunset that made me truly grateful for my awesome job and for getting work work such an awesome venue. There are few places like this in LA, it is truly a hidden gem. The staff that worked the event were all impressive. Every one of them worked hard, looked pristine, and went about their work with smiles and positive attitudes that really carried through the event and spread a feeling of happy onto the guests. Their desire to accommodate everyone- including me- made the day a true joy. As a planner, I really felt I was working with true professionals, and was excited for the team spirit and can-do attitude I experienced all around. The food here is amazing! I definitely need to eat everything at both of Geraldine's Santa Monica restaurants! The beef she served literally melted in your mouth and the vegetarian entree was one of the best I have ever seen. The plates were carefully constructed and every dish looked mouth-watering good. I would highly suggest this place for anyone that wants a venue that offers exemplary service, attention to detail, and dedication to showing a higher standard of hospitality. Five stars for an amazing all-around experience!!

We had the pleasure of working with Mckenzie Haisley who was amazing in helping us with our son and…read morefuture daughter-in-law's wedding at the Calamigos Ranch in Malibu. She was very patient with our son and his fiancé in all their indecisiveness and countless questions. She also gave us ideas that we hadn't thought of to make the wedding a dream come true. Thank you for going above and beyond at this happy time in our lives.

The wedding at this venue was severely mishandled. The event was plagued by disorganization, poor…read morecommunication, understaffing, and repeated service failures--from incorrect setup and unprofessional staff behavior to inadequate bar service, restroom issues, missing personal property, and lack of onsite management. Critical details were missed, guests were treated dismissively, and the overall experience fell far below expectations for a once-in-a-lifetime event. This was an unacceptable level of service, and I would not recommend this venue. I am unable to in words describe how stressful the day was and how you can get better value and service at other venues from speaking with several newlyweds and industry event coordinators.