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    Terrazza

    3.8 (230 reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Lounges, Pizza
    Closed • 7:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Moderate noise
    Romantic
    Classy

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    Roasted Beets
    Sarah S.

    Terrazza is inside the super bougie hotel right on the ocean called Casa Del Mar. The decor inside the restaurant is giving California beachy vibes with tons of plants and wicker everywhere. Each spot you looked there was something very cool and different. The views are also spectacular -- come here during sunset for some wonderful pictures. I came here with a work group and they went all out! It's so nice to go to a bougie restaurant like this and not have to worry about the cost. We got a round of apps and then my main was the halibut - it was melt in your mouth delicious. I mainly only eat fish when I know it is going to be good and this did not disappoint. The service was a little off, which is why I am giving it 4 stars. They were on and off attentive seemingly always at the wrong time. For such an upscale restaurant the service should be on point. Also it is a bit too open to the hotel lobby which makes it not feel so upscale -- if i am paying for upscale I want it all the way, not just half way.

    Best huevos rancheros!!
    Shahrouz H.

    Must have is the huevos rancheros, probably best I've ever had! My waiter Eddie said it's their best and he nailed it, amazing service from this dude I'll be back for sure! This place has amazing ambience food and service, no idea what people are thinking not giving it five stars!

    Komal R.

    We stopped by for a couple drinks before heading over for lunch at another place. Terrazza is part of a beautiful hotel called Casa Del Mar. The ambiance is very tropical with lots of plants, large windows giving way to tons of natural light, and pretty, colorful lamps. Our entire experience was wonderful from start to finish. The drinks we ordered were not only pretty but solid, they did not skimp on the alcohol! We were seated at one of the window tables with such a nice view of Venice Beach - perfect for people watching. The entire staff, right from the hostess, to the servers and the bartender were all so humble and friendly. I would recommend stopping by even for a drink or two. The view alone makes it worthwhile.

    Salad. Returned too dry
    Robbin R.

    Overall very mid. I don't understand the hype. The food presentation was very nice however everything was quite bland. Menu was not exciting either. Honestly, the French fries were the best thing we ordered. Service was great tho. Cocktails were nice.

    Liv B.

    We've been coming here for Thanksgiving dinner two years in a row. Last year was amazing, which is why we decided to return. The hotel itself is gorgeous with a beautiful ambience, which makes the experience feel special from the moment you walk in. Unfortunately, this year was a completely different experience. The restaurant was much busier, and there was essentially no service. It turned into a night full of waiting: 30 minutes for bread, 30 minutes for appetizers, about 40 minutes for the main course, and another 40 minutes just to get the check. The food itself was mostly delicious and the portions are generous, but the gravy was extremely salty this year. Overall, the long waits and lack of service overshadowed everything. Sadly, I won't be coming back.

    When you walk into the hotel.....
    Pam M.

    We walked into the hotel Casa Del Mar and it felt like we were in a resort in Mexico. This place is very nice and immaculately decorated. From the moment we walked up the staff was kind and full of smiles. We were helped quickly and had a ton of great options. My granola and berries were delish and my hubs left NO crumbs of his Benedict. We will be back!!

    Basque Cheesecake
    Darian E.

    Terrazza is an upscale, classy Spanish/Italian restaurant located in the Hotel Casa Del Mar offering great food and phenomenal service at an elevated price tag. Our family came on a Saturday evening. We started with the bread platter, which was exceptional, offering soft, salted butter, a molasses-garlic butter, and a light, exceptionally flaky and soft bread ($14) which was the strongest entry of the evening. We shared next the Whole Lubina for two ($95), a decent Spanish Branzino split into two generous filets, which was light, flaky, appropriately deboned, and with a hint of lemon. We got a side of asparagus which was good, and perfectly roasted. Our children got the kids' bolognese pasta, which was mediocre, chicken fingers which were definitely not home-made and fries, which were excellent. We finished with the Basque cheesecake ($15) which was rich and creamy, but not too heavy, and paired with crisp apples which were a perfect pairing. Our waiter, Guillermo, was effusive, enthusiastic, attentive, and endlessly charming. He made great suggestions and took great care of us throughout the evening. The prices, while somewhat expected for such an upscale establishment, were on the upper end for the meal provided. Terrazza effuses old money, but somehow avoids being stuffy in the process, thanks to the great, welcoming staff. The ambiance inside, as with the entire Casa Del Mar, is upscale and airy, capturing the vibe of a early 1900s European seaside conservatory, rich with plants, green, and phenomenal views. Perfect for a date, celebration, or someone to impress, Terrazaa is a good choice for great food, excellent service, and phenomenal views at an upscale price tag. Food: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Value: 3.5/5

    View from our table by the window.

    Arriving after lunch, but before dinner, they only had their lite bites menu available. However, a very gracious manager named Jamie was so accommodating and did everything to make our meal an exceptional experience. Delicious Casa burger and lobster roll, plus scrumptious desserts. And the hotel is historic, just gorgeous. Like their 180-degree panoramic view of the Pacific, directly on the sands of Santa Monica Beach.

    Chef's Dessert table for Easter brunch with variety of cakes, cookies, pudding, macarons, and eclairs
    Christine C.

    We dined here for the Easter 2025 prix fixe brunch and it was delicious! Here's what you need to know... Location. Amazing location inside the Casa del Mar hotel in Santa Monica, a couple of blocks south of the pier. Parking. We parked at a five-hour meter in front of the hotel (we paid $6.75 for three hours). They also have valet. Not sure if the restaurant validates or not. View. Great views of the beach and bike path from pretty much every table inside the restaurant. Food. The quality of the food was excellent. Like I mentioned, it was a prix fixe menu with a choice of appetizer or salad and an entree along with unlimited trips to the dessert bar for $125 per person (I posted a photo of the menu so you can see the options if you're interested). The meal comes with bread service but no drinks. Cocktails (including mimosas) rund approximatel $20 per glass and coffee was $6 per cup unlimited refills). I had the yellowtail crudo with yuzu oil on cantaloupe puree and it was delicious. My mom enjoyed her watermelon feta salad as well. We both had the grilled branzino which was one of the best branzino dishes I've ever had. There was no side with it, but quite frankly, it was so filling, it wasn't necessary-- however, it would have add a little variety to the meal to have had at least something different with it (my only complaint). Service. Excellent service, although we were seated at a table that had no flatware so our server had to bring us some (at this level of a restaurant, those details probably shouldn't be overlooked). Overall, great experience and we would certainly go back again.

    Inside
    Kyla F.

    Great spot! Stumbled upon this place before dinner for some drinks, and what a gorgeous hotel and area! It was decorated immaculately with a beautiful view of the water, and the drinks were outstanding! Expensive but worth it. We tried the sangria and the pear cocktail, was amazing! The service was also incredibly kind. Loved this place!

    Amanda N.

    This is inside a hotel right on the beach. Walking distance to Santa Monica Pier. The menu is very pricey. The scallops and cobbler was delicious. My friend got the half chicken which also tasted great. The staff was attentive and friendly. Very beautiful inside.

    Fries that were really, really good.
    Shannon N.

    I haven't been here in over ten years, partially because I came here with someone whom I no longer keep in touch with (in addition for the fact I don't care for Santa Monica) but I also really had no reason to be over this way. However, the other day I ended up having an appointment on Main St. so I decided to wander over to see what has changed. Walking in the lobby, I read from other reviews it was renovated, but it looked the same to me: older, rather stately and far from the modern, cold aesthetic I prefer/am used to. However, Casa del Mar isn't going for that, and if I wanted something a little more contemporary, I'd head to Shutters next door. Ended up seated at the bar (which was completely empty) and although it took me more than a few minutes to catch the attention of someone working there, the nice older guy directed me to the hostess to get a menu. Once it was obvious I was there to stay, another guy came over and he was fine as well. Since I wasn't starving, I went with $14 fries and stayed with water. A small bowl of chips was brought out which I appreciated, but I only ate about two since I 'gave up' chips a couple months ago. These Casa Fries with 'Herbs de Provence' were exceptional; even if they were just basic 'bar' fries, I'm going to eat them but these were unexpectedly delicious, probably since this is Casa del Mar after all. The lemon aioli was also fantastic, and I barely touched the ketchup but I'm glad it was there. Even though I ate more than half, I packed the rest to go (in addition to some of that aioli) since I'm not wasting $14. As I was leaving, the valet/doormen were even pleasant. This was a good experience in Santa Monica! From the front desk, doormen, and bar staff, service was top-notch, and I begrudgingly admit Casa del Mar wasn't so bad after all.

    Halibut
    Jenn M.

    Hotel dining room but could be a stand alone restaurant. Lots of people working, all professional and friendly and accommodating. The food was solid. My scallops were tender, served on a bed of yumminess( no menu picture) Thankfully a gorgeous view restaurant with food and ambiance to match. And yes, the hanging ferns are real!

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    Nice place if you can afford spending $50 for a cocktail and a water :-)

    Terrazza - italian - Updated October 2026

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