Solviva, the sunshine is alive!!
Even under cloudy skies. We spent the day exploring Terranea Resort grounds, especially the look outs, gardens, the beach, the cave and a lot of beautiful spots in Rancho Palos Verdes... But this hidden and I mean hidden gem inside the Terranea Spa right by the poolside was one we were glad we tried.
At first when walking over you'll see a sign for Solviva that leads to the pool, but this is not the entrance... You actually have to enter the Spa and go past reception toward the outside. The restaurant is on the right just outside the doors with tables and chairs throughout for dinning. They have fresh water dispensers and great table service.
We had a wonderful server and our food came out pretty promptly. You can view the menu online easily, but I believe they can also have physical copies available upon request. It's a streamline menu of healthy eats and reasonable portions (not too big).
Open for breakfast, lunch and cocktails including Zero Proof mocktails, wine and beer. For starters/apps it's classic chips and salsa, chips and guacamole, a hummus plate or seasonal fruits & berries.
Breakfast - you can do overnight oats, rich avocado sweet potato + egg plate, raw chia seeds morning bowl yogurt granola, lox bagel or a combination of their sides like the breakfast potatoes, toasts, etc.
Lunch has entrees in the form of salads, toast, flatbread, sandwiches/burgers or a wrap. The Vegan Flatbread was plentiful and loaded with zest. Savory rich goodness with each bite. My lunch date/super boyfriend has the Spa Cafe Signature Grilled Chicken Sandwich which has caramelized onions, dijon, in-house strawberry jam and other loaded sandwich favs. A bit messy of a lunch item with so many toppings, but he loved every bite and drop of jam.
Some fun seasonal desserts on the menu such as the Vegan Apple Crisp and Macerated Seasonal Berries (fruit compote, plant-based vanilla gelato served with a warm chocolate chip cookie)... I was honestly full, but those desserts will have to happen next time for sure.
With the near the pool vibe, soft breeze, plant life all around and beautiful layout I'm definitely a fan. We did self-parking up near the main entrance for the resort, but valet is available.
Reasonable for the area and the resort, even as tourists for the day. I know if you're a guest you can acquire some discounts and perks for restaurants.
Open from 9am to 5pm daily.
Q Tip:
Additionally Solviva offers a weekend Sips and Sunsets every Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 7pm that includes tasting, live music and charcuterie that is a pretty good deal per person. Check it out!
Not sure if the flowers in the food are edible... inquire within. read more