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    Howdy's Sonrisa Cafe

    4.2 (295 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    HOWDY'S SONRISA CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Trendy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Paul S.

    This place is absolutely delicious!!! Amazing food, incredible flavors and wonderful people .

    $20 breakfast burritos
    Yong Yelp C.

    Atmosphere and the price is to have sit down restaurant. But it is a sushi Mexican American and cross fit restaurant with order to sit. It is not what it seems like. Fairly warned.

    Lobster burrito $28
    Amanda B.

    Howdy's is a gem and Howdy is a legend. This is fast casual. Patio only seating. Counter service. Love the food! My fav is the $18 Mexican pizza. It's the size of a pizza and delish! Located in the Lumber Yard by the Whole Foods in Malibu. There are electric car chargers right in front so you can charge as you eat.

    World Famous Lobster Burrito
    Kathy X.

    The world famous lobster burrito is famous for a reason, it's so fresh and the ponzu and chipotle mayo sauce takes it to the next level. They have lots of outdoor seating, and the line moves pretty quickly.

    Lobster burrito on left and tempura shrimp on the right.
    Tamara S.

    Wonderful little joint with a lobster sushi burrito and a tempura shrimp sushi burrito. Both delish. My friend preferred the lobster and I preferred the shrimp - guess you will have to try both like we did! Excellent staff.

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    Sarina F.

    I come here often for lunch and I'm always satisfied with my meal and the service I receive. The food comes out in about 15 minutes and it's always delicious. As a vegetarian, my favorite meals are the veggie burrito or the teriyaki bowl sub tofu. The staff is friendly and attentive. If you come often the rewards stack up quickly and this translates to money off or free deserts. If you like spicy, I would definitely ask for the salsa habanero! It is soo good, one of my favorites!

    Everything about Howdy's is top notch. Everything on the menu is so good. It's my go to and eat here 2-3 times a week. But aside from the food the entire staff is super friendly, treats everyone with respect and makes it so awesome to eat there. I love it.

    Rude girl answers phone only to tell you they're closed early!

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    Thank you Paul, we love the feedback and appreciate you!

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    13 days ago

    Wonderful spicy tuna burrito really liked it and the fries were so crispy and soft in the inside.

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    1 month ago

    Not bad! Ceviche was fresh and loaded with seafood. Great service and staff was quick to delegate food and clean tables.

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    3 months ago

    Waited about an hour for a basic burrito. You're better off going to chipotle right down the street.

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    Kim was the greatest ever she was so kind and friendly. Couldn't be a better cashier/waitress

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    9 months ago

    Howdys is a staple in Malibu. The service and quality is A+. All the staff are awesome people and say hi and remember who you are!

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    Do they take reservations?

    In short, no. This is not a fancy place with table service. It's order at the counter and sit in an indoor/outdoor patio. It's delish though!

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    Pura Vida Miami

    Pura Vida Miami

    4.7(96 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    I'm a huge fan of their Miami locations, so it was only a matter of time before I tried one of Pura…read moreVida's LA options. Today, it was Pura Vida in Malibu, located in the same commercial plaza as Madhappy / Pantry, Frankies Bikinis, Be Kind Studios (pilates), and a soon-to-be Wally's. I really liked Pura Vida because of it's "health and wellness" angle. In re-reviewing the menus here, I noticed several items that were over 1,000 calories - not quite as health-conscious as I remember, but I knew it had to be just as delicious. Thankfully, I was right. I had the Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl which comes with a generous helping of avocado, cucumber, arugula, green onions / scallions, radish, spicy mayo, cilantro rice, and raw tuna. For about $35 with tax and tip, this was a rather hearty lunch that two people could easily share. I didn't mix it, as I prefer to eat ingredients separately, and received a soy ginger sauce on the side to complement the flavors. My friend opted for the Spicy Salmon Wrap, made with a specifically gluten-free wrap. That option comes with cooked salmon (which she found to be dry), edamame, carrots, avocado, and cilantro rice - as well as a side of fruit and the same soy ginger dressing/sauce I had. She wasn't wow'ed by the flavor, which may be because of the wrap, or the gluten-free nature of the preparation, or the salmon itself. The exterior patio seating is new, fun, and reminds me a bit of the La La Land coffee shop in Calabasas. Gorgeous place to have brunch or lunch outdoors and soak in some Malibu overcast. Service was efficient, personable, and polite. Plenty of staff to handle the crowd on a Saturday afternoon. Food came out quickly and tables were bussed in a timely manner. Free parking is available in the back lot, or else in the underground garage. There's also valet parking for $8 (all-day) toward the front.

    This place is awesome! Such a beautiful place to have lunch outside and take in the lovely Malibu…read moreweather! I had the Chicken Pesto sandwich and loved it. The amount of chicken on the sandwich is so great and the bread was so flavorful. It was served with some pita chips and a delicious, unique sauce on the side. The Thai Chicken Salad is also phenomenal and such a large portion. I loved Pura Vida and definitely hope to dine at one of the locations again in the future

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    Caffe Luxxe

    Caffe Luxxe

    4.4(219 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    16 years in business

    when i tell you the raspberry matcha ROCKED MY WORLD!!! OMG! it was so so amazing. please make it a…read morepermanent menu item i beg of you. wonderfully balanced with the perfect amount of sweetness, high quality matcha, fruitiness, and a little bit of the tartness from the raspberry. wow!!! i will definitely be back

    I was right in front of the shop finishing a call and walked to the door at 12:57 PM, only to find…read moreit already closed. I wasn't even aware they closed at 1:00 PM, but regardless, closing the doors before the posted time is unacceptable. There were at least 3-4 other cars and multiple people standing outside, clearly hoping they would still be let in. People drive 10-20 minutes to come here, only to find the store closed early. I'm not local, but I've visited this location a few times when I've been in the area. The local customers standing there were visibly disappointed. This is a very effective way to lose customers. The real issue is not just the hours -- it's the lack of care. Closing at 12:57 and then, when questioned, telling customers it was already 1:00 PM feels dishonest and dismissive. The employee's name was something like Manuel Arbitara, as far as I can remember. I would encourage the owners to review the camera footage and properly train their staff on customer service and professionalism. A secondary issue is the store hours themselves. Closing at 1:00 PM on weekdays may make sense if your customer base starts their day early, but weekend mornings are different -- people tend to get out later. Closing that early on weekends seems out of touch with customer behavior. And finally, the lack of alternatives in the area may be part of the problem. Competition tends to improve service. A good coffee shop nearby might encourage a more customer-focused attitude. We need a Verve Coffee in the area to show how it's done.

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    Carbon Beach Club - Shishito peppers

    Carbon Beach Club

    3.7(331 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    Lobster roll first. Big knuckles. Glossy with butter not mayo. Sweet and clean like the ocean…read moreremembered its manners. Toasted split-top bun doing real work. Crunch on entry. Steam on the exhale. It eats coastal legacy not trend. This is old money New England energy dropped gently into Malibu sun. Fish tacos next. Grilled not fried. Char marks like freckles. Corn tortillas warm and forgiving. Slaw is bright. Lime-forward. Cilantro behaving. Salsa fresh enough to drip. Every bite feels barefoot. Surfboard leaned against a fence. Not trying to be Baja. Just borrowing the accent. Fried egg sandwich. Brunch classic coded beach club. Egg yolk runs slow and golden. Bacon salty and assertive. Bun soft but structured. Potatoes on the side are cubed and earnest. Crisp edges. Herb dust. It's comforting but not sleepy. Morning after energy with a view. Lobster club sandwich. Ambitious. Tall. A little chaotic. Lobster sweet but slightly overshadowed by bread and greens. Still indulgent. Still fun. Feels like ordering champagne in a pint glass. You don't regret it. Steak frites. Steak is properly grilled. Rested. Sliced with confidence. Fries hot and plentiful. Sauce does the heavy lifting. It's solid. Dependable. The thing you order when you don't want surprises. Tuna tartare. Clean dice. Chilled plate. Sesame and soy in balance. Avocado creamy but not mushy. It's restrained. Knows where it is. Knows when to stop. Service is beach-polished. Relaxed but aware. Orders land correctly. Water refills without choreography. No rush. No neglect. Atmosphere is ocean-forward. Sunlight everywhere. Linen moving slightly. People linger. Phones down longer than expected. It's giving... Bad Bunny off-tour Malibu reset.

    Absolutely love this place. It's like a best kept secret. The views are amazing, the food is…read moreamazing and it's very low-key just the way I like it. Can't go wrong with the salads and the lobster roll. Just a really great place for brunch or lunch. Service was good.

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    Marmalade Cafe - Malibu - Southern Fried Chicken & Waffles

    Marmalade Cafe - Malibu

    3.8(1.2k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Probably my favorite restaurants to go to in Malibu I love the food, the ambience, whether it's…read morebreakfast lunch or dinner and I'm always here to enjoy Tonight I had the blackened chicken penne pasta, and it was delicious. It was quiet because the restaurant was empty and it was close to closing, so I had to be quick, but the food was delicious as it always is.

    Came here for lunch on Mother's Day. First off it was great to be able to get a reservation for 8…read moreabout a week before mother day. This is my first time at this location. I ate at the one in Sherman oaks for years but it has been a while. Colleen was our server. A 24 year vet at this location and she was very nice and accommodating. Quick with recommendations and refills. We were seated immediately and service overall was really fast. The restaurant was crowded both inside and out but it didn't seem overbooked. We started with the tuna tartare. It was fresh and flavorful. We also had a grilled artichoke that people really loved. The entrees were basically pretty good. I had the fried chicken sandwich with fries. Nothing to write home about and I would probably not order it again. The same is said about the chicken and waffles someone ordered. The vegan burger and the regular burger seemed to be hits. The pancakes apparently went down like butter. All in all it was enjoyable. I will say that the restaurant could definitely use a refresh. The plates all seemed tired. The vibe was a little tired. I think just a little bit of love (and money) would go a long way at this location.

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