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    Nelson's

    3.4 (1.6k reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Gohar K.

    My last review on this place was over nine years ago and back then I had just started to write reviews. It's probably the shortest review I ever wrote lol. I was a rookie. Earlier today my family and I came here for lunch. What a beautiful place to be at. I ordered the summer breeze cocktail and loved it on this hot summer day. Made with strawberry and lime. So good. The food was good to some dishes better than others. The chicken wings were delicious so was the pretzel. My boys got spicy chicken sandwich and liked it a lot. I got the swordfish tacos and was very disappointed. There was barely any fish in it or cabbage salad, only two tacos. Everyone else seemed to be satisfied with their food. Customer service was friendly and attentive. Overall it's a great place to come to because the ambiance is wonderful. The ocean breeze and smell is everything ...

    Spicy Margarita
    Shahram M.

    Had a nice margarita at this establishment on the beach in the Terranea resort. Place was busy on Saturday night. Had their spicy margarita that was on point but a bit on the expensive side at $19. Friendly bartender.

    Great cocktails (spicy margarita and dirty martini) with a view
    Liz C.

    First time visit and enjoyable place to celebrate our wedding anniversary! We had a beautiful view from our table and service was amazing from Kayla. The perfect place to catch a sunset and good food and cocktails. We started with a dirty martini , spicy margarita, and calamari. We were able to take our time with our drinks/appetizer and enjoy the view. For dinner I enjoyed the ahi tuna burger while my husband enjoyed the burger. Ambience, staff, and overall property was great! We would definitely be back and worth the sunset .

    Sheila W.

    I spent the day at Nelson's at Terranea, and it turned out to be one of my favorite day trips. I found street parking nearby, enjoyed the beautiful walk down to the resort, and was immediately reminded why this place is so special. I grabbed a seat at the bar for lunch, watched the World Cup match, and enjoyed great food with an incredible ocean view. The atmosphere was relaxed, the service was friendly, and it was the perfect place to slow down and enjoy the afternoon. Between the sound of the waves, the coastal breeze, and everyone cheering during the game, it was such a memorable experience. After lunch, I spent time exploring the walking paths and taking in the stunning scenery. You don't have to book a room to enjoy everything this beautiful resort has to offer. I'll definitely be back--and next time I may even stay for sunset. Highly recommend if you're looking for a relaxing day trip with amazing views, good food, and a little reminder to slow down and enjoy life.

    Tina O.

    Still a five star review! We spent a few days at the resort and planned ahead with dinner reservations at the different restaurants on site. We have been to Nelson's a number of times before and decided it would be the perfect place for our first night at the resort. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Everyone checked on us periodically including the manager. They seated us inside as it was a bit cold outside but we did walk around later and take advantage of the beautiful views, setting and sunset. Between the four of us, we had calamari and shishito peppers, swordfish tacos, salad, clam chowder and a new Terrazookie dessert - Baked chocolate cookie served with vanilla bean gelato, chocolate sauce, hint of sea salt. My favorite part of dinner. Nelson's has a wonderful assortment of offerings on their menu and is most definitely a great choice for dinner or lunch. They do serve breakfast but we have not had their breakfast. Spectacular View! Many Yummy Food Choices! Friendly Staff! Comfortable Dining!

    Wet Chilaquiles & Chorizo Burrito
    Eriko M.

    Went there for brunch. Does have the view of the ocean. Food was ok. The loco moco sauce and the egg was good but the meat itself was flavorless. The chorizo burrito was big and packed inside but there was mostly carbs inside. The chocolate chip pancake was actually very good. Fluffy and just the right amount of sweetness. FYI it's quite far from self parking so make sure you have plenty of time to walk there. The walk itself was actually nice. Got to see parts of the resort.

    The Fish and Chips were amazing!  The batter on the fish was crispy to perfection!
    Jenni G.

    The service here is excellent! Our server was a sweet lady from Brazil. She was very attentive and described the menu well. We had a small hiccup with our nachos and the manager, Chris, was more than accommodating. We ate here during our stay at the Terranea, but the service and ocean views were so amazing that we've decided to come back even if we're not staying on the property.

    Sunset, 06/28/2026    No filter, just the beauty of reality through my Android.
    Chris G.

    I visited Nelson's on Sunday evening (06/28/2026) and had a fabulous night. The weather couldn't have been better, and we were fortunate enough to sit outside on the patio with a glass partition, and enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Pacific. It's hard to beat that setting. With the ocean views, relaxed atmosphere, Nelson's is one of those places where you find yourself lingering a little longer because the environment is so enjoyable. Our server, Kayla from Brazil, took great care of our table. We spent a few minutes talking about the World Cup, which made the experience even more personable. She was attentive, friendly, and always seemed to arrive at just the right time. I've always felt the food at Nelson's is a notch above your typical resort grill. On this visit, the Brisket Steak Sandwich was a little disappointing, it was much fattier than I expected (B/B-). On the other hand, their Nelson's Burger continues to be a solid choice and earns a B+ from me. While the food is generally good, it's really the location that keeps me coming back. Watching the sun set over the coastline with good company, attentive service, and a laid-back beach atmosphere is what makes Nelson's a place worth visiting.

    Fish and Chips
    Samuel C.

    I feel conflicted giving Nelson's 3 stars because I usually judge restaurants solely on the quality of their food. If I'm being consistent with that philosophy, the food here is good, but not exceptional. That said, "average" food doesn't necessarily mean an average experience. If you've never been here before, it's absolutely worth visiting, especially for a romantic date or a relaxing afternoon by the ocean. Just keep in mind that weekends can get busy, and hotel guests receive priority seating. So here's how I'd score it: Food: 3/5, everything else: 5/5. Location - 5/5. Location is where Nelson's truly shines. In my opinion, it has one of the best oceanfront dining locations in Los Angeles County. Sure, there are plenty of great waterfront restaurants like Geoffrey's Malibu, Malibu Seafood, Malibu Farm, The Strand House, and Redondo Beach Crab House. But none of them sit atop a coastal bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island quite like Nelson's. The lack of surrounding development means your view is dominated by nature rather than buildings, making it one of the most scenic dining spots in the area. My favorite time to visit is late afternoon into sunset - there are few better ways to spend an evening than nursing a cold beer while watching the sun disappear into the Pacific. Service - 5/5. I've visited Nelson's more than ten times over the past five years, always as a non-hotel guest. I'll admit that before my first visit, I expected the service to feel a bit snobbish because it's located inside a luxury resort. Fortunately, that hasn't been my experience at all. Every visit has been consistently pleasant. The staff are attentive, friendly, and accommodating. Whether I've asked to be reseated or requested a reasonable modification to my order, they've always been happy to help. Food - Overall 3/5. Spicy Chicken Sandwich - 3.5/5. Probably my favorite item on the menu. The chicken is well-seasoned, although slightly dry. The bun is lightly toasted and sturdy enough to hold everything together. I always upgrade to the sweet potato fries - they're worth the extra dollar. Blackened Salmon Salad - 3.5/5. This was a pleasant surprise. The salmon was cooked well with a nicely developed crust from the blackening seasoning while remaining moist inside. The salad ingredients weren't the freshest I've ever had, but they were perfectly respectable. Overall, a surprisingly enjoyable dish. Fish & Chips - 2.5/5. A fairly standard piece of thick, flaky white fish in a crispy batter. Unfortunately, the batter separates too easily from the fish, and the fish itself is almost unseasoned. It needed more salt and overall flavor. I am really nitpicking here. It's still a dish I would order again. Nelson's Burger - 3/5. Probably the best value on the menu. The patty has a nice sear but is slightly dry and a touch too salty (I'm admittedly nitpicking). Once again, I'd recommend spending the extra dollar for the sweet potato fries, which I consistently find tastier and served hotter than the regular fries. The Thousand Island-style sauce isn't particularly memorable, but it complements the burger well. Final Thoughts... At the end of the day, Nelson's reminds me that restaurants aren't always about chasing the best food. Sometimes the setting, the service, and the company matter just as much. Come here for the spectacular ocean views, stay for the attentive service, order a cold beer (or a glass of wine), and enjoy some solid - not spectacular - food while watching the sun set over the Pacific with people you care about. That's the experience Nelson's does very well.

    Mischa H.

    Breathtaking sunset views, but a special occasion completely ruined by hostile service. I came here to celebrate a very special day, and while Nelson's boasts one of the most stunning oceanfront views in LA, our experience was heavily tarnished by a completely unacceptable level of service from our specific server. First, the positives: The location is unmatched. Having dinner while watching the gorgeous sunset over the Pacific was unforgettable. The tall male host at the entrance was also wonderfully kind, professional, and set a great tone for the evening. As for the food, it was a bit of a mixed bag but mostly good. The burgers and tacos were flavorful and delicious. However, I would skip the Fried Calamari--it was almost entirely heavy batter, and it felt like there was barely any actual squid inside. Unfortunately, our dining experience took a sharp turn for the worst due to our female server. We were served our main courses before our salads or appetizers ever made it to the table, and we weren't even given any utensils to eat with. After waiting and searching for our server to no avail, I flagged down another staff member to ask for utensils and let them know about the missing appetizers. Shortly after, our server marched over to our table with an incredibly defensive and intimidating attitude, asking us if we had "complained" about her to another staff member. The hostile tone was shocking. To top it off, she forgot our drinks, and when we had to ask for them again, she gave us an exasperated, annoyed look. It is so disappointing when a beautiful, special occasion is ruined by someone's terrible attitude. While the scenery and most of the food were fantastic, management really needs to address the service standards here.

    Crispy Chicken Wings
    Johny L.

    What an amazing view of the coast, open air seating. Top tier bartender services. We had the hot wing, tasty and great crunch

    Betty U.

    First time customers at the wonderful, casual dining experience at Nelson's! Enjoyed the outstanding delicate fish and chips w fresh crispy side Caesar salad, seared filet salad, grass fed burger on top of beautiful oceanfront views, and superb Customer Service!

    Hazy IPA.
    Nooruddin G.

    Let's just start with the amazing view by the ocean, under sun with cool breeze. The place cannot be perfectly located anywhere else. The second thing is the friendly server we had who was amazing and so great with our kids. She was very nice and funny with our kids and prompt with the service. We had Nelson's Nacho, Spicy Chicken sandwich, kids beetered pasta and kids cheese burger. The nacho could be little spicy but I had the server get us side of jalapenos. I recommend this to everyone looking a great American lunch. They also have live music on the weekends, I think?.

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    Is it kid friendly?

    Very. And I'm pretty sure there were dogs there as well. Very family friendly. Try the lobster roll!

    Do you take reservations? If so how?

    Friday through Sunday they only do reservations for resort guests only, you can still go in as a walk-in tho

    Are they still serving truffle fries? I hope they are. I love it!

    Are they open on Labor Day?

    Yes

    Is it dog friendly?

    Yes it's, in the patio you can seat with your dog.

    Is it handicap friendly?

    Yes it is handicap friendly. It's kinda hilly tho, so be careful

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