Came here for lunch a couple days ago with our party of 6, right at noon. Though I've read quite a few reviews complaining about the service, ours was just great! (Some reviewers are just pretentious serial complainers I think, lol!) Food was quite good, views were Malibu beach--can't go wrong with that! It was maybe a bit pricey, but hey, it was expected for such a great location. And the valet guy was just perfect: happy, fast and it really enhanced the overall experience. read more

Came here for a birthday and food was amazing. Our server on the other hand was absolutely awful and rude. We sat for about 20 minutes waiting for a server with no drink orders out in. Understood that we were a large group so maybe giving us time to look over everything. Our server continued to be rude the entire time we ate. Drinks took forever to come out, when one of us just politely checked in we were snapped at by the waiter that the bar was busy. Another time when we asked for a refill on our water pitcher we were asked "Do you want it now, or tomorrow?". We waited for the check for a while, and once again one person was snapped at by our waiter. We were a large party and gratuity was already going to be included so guess he didn't care at all about manners and having a nice interaction. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Food and setting were great at least![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a great gem with beautiful views.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is made fresh and high quality ingredients. The staff were wonderful too. Mr Henry is so special and kind. He took special attention to our table and even treated our kids to ice cream. I highly recommend a stop here when you are in the area. It's a wonderful establishment! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant was absolutely beautiful... right on my favorite beach in Malibu.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The prices were steep but to be expected for the area and for such a nice view & ambience, feels like somewhere straight out of a movie. The food was tasty, I enjoyed the salad & tacos very much! Our server Andre was really nice & handled all our needs in a timely fashion. I'm glad I stopped by after a relaxing day on the beach with my mom. read more

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Haven't been to Sunset Restaurant since before the pandemic. Took the family there for my wife's birthday dinner this paat Sunday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The best thing abot Sunset Restaurant, of course, is the stunning view of the beach and crashing surf from the tables closest to the windows.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But, the food and service are better than they need to be given the setting. Started with the raw oysters and the grilled octopus. Both were very good. Octopus was cooked perfectly and the oysters were so fresh and briny. Yum! Mains were the seafood linguine, the rock cod, and the wild salmon. Not a fan of wild salmon, so can't speak to that dish, but the rock cod was excellent- served with a tomato-olive sauce, and the linguine dish was absolutely packed with seafood. Our server, Scott, is a hospitality vet and a charming gentleman. We're far from being regulars at Sunset Restaurant, but he gave us the VIP treatment. We'll ask to be seated in his section next time we visit. Scott took extra care to see what my lactose-intolerant daughter could eat and made a big deal out of my wife's birthday. I appreciate when it feels like the waiter is invested in your dining-experience. Valet parking adjacent to the restaurant for only $10. Easy to get in and out, and you don't have to hunt for parking or park far away. So convenient. Just a fantastic return visit to Sunset Restaurant. I highly recommend for special occasions and for entertaining out-of-towners. We drove up from the Westside and it was well worth it. Bon Appétit! read more

I don't know if I've ever been to a restaurant that charges $10 a slice to cut your cake. I genuinely couldn't believe it. They didn't even give the option to just let us cut it ourselves. $10 per person. To press the knife into the cake. I had a big group because it was my birthday so it was an extra $120 on top of the bill for the cake. $120 for them to cut the cake. Maybe I could've overlooked the fee a little bit if our waitress was around and very attentive, but she was MIA and we were all dying of thirst the whole time. Maybe I could've overlooked it l if our food came out fast but we were there for three and a half hours because the food was taking forever. I understand we're a big group but I've had a big group at other places even while it's busy and this has never happened. And then the cherry on top was an extra $120 to cut our cake and forced gratuity for bad service and for them to cut our cake. I can't make this up!! I'm giving it 2 stars instead of 1 star because I did really like their drinks and the food was good. I had to apologize to everyone after though. read more

The Sunset Restaurant - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

The service was okay. My main concern was the quality of the food. What I got was the oysters. Those were delicious, you can't go wrong with oysters. However.. My fiancé got the linguine seafood pasta. The smell of the fish was rancid. We've had our fair share of fish, raw, cooked, and fried.. and the smell was so obviously wrong and probably rotten, I don't even know how it was served on a plate. We told the server and they took it away, and off our tab. My fiancés appetite was taken, and he couldn't fathom the thought of ordering something else. I did have to pay full price for my food, which is understandable completely. I personally, would've offered some sort of compensation other than just taking the rotten food off the tab. That's just my opinion. But make sure to smell your food before indulging ! read more

Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had been here before but it's been a while. I'll start by sharing Niki, our server, was friendly, answered questions and kept coming back to make sure all was good. We had 2 fish tacos, lentil soup, a Waygo Beef Burger along with French Fries, all of were good. We also had A martini, fries, wine and a Mangolicious, which was okay. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Part of the outdoor part has just really nice, looking at the ocean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everything was good, the only thing I'll share is that it seemed pricier than the last time we were here. $10 for a side of fries and $26 for a Waygo beef burger just seemed a bit high but my friend liked it, so all good. read more

Valets were super kind and quick! Walked in with no reservations but was able to be sat immediately. They had a brunch menu in addition to their regular menu, they had something for everyone! I had a salad with a balsamic dressing that was delicious. Hubby got the breakfast burrito and enjoyed it. The view was amazing! We sat inside but might as well have been outside with the giant windows that opened up to the ocean. read more

The Sunset Restaurant - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

Views were incredible, service was mid. I got the clams linguine which was delicious. read more

The Sunset Restaurant - Linguinie Clams - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

WOW what a view, but what a slow roll to get there. Suggest you make a reservation and give yourself plenty of time to arrive, especially on the weekend. Food was delicious, wait staff was attentive, and seriously can't say enough about the view from the 2nd floor. Go, enjoy, relax! Oh and they have valet parking which is super helpful, reasonable and friendly!! read more

The Sunset Restaurant - Smoked Salmon Benedict - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

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One of our favorite spots in Malibu you can't beat the beach view! The lobster pasta is my go-to every time, rich and flavorful. Perfect place to unwind, enjoy good food, and catch the sunset. Service is friendly and the vibe is chill, though parking can be a bit tough. read more

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Outstanding experience at The Sunset Restaurant. We had high hopes for this place, and it exceeded our expectations. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Amazing views, located on a quiet beach front.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was great, and the food and drinks were exceptional. Javier our waiter was so kind in taking care of us, and we couldn't thank him more. Would highly recommend this place. read more

The Sunset Restaurant - Wagyu Beef Bolognese Rigatoni Pumpkin Tortelloni - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

Popped in for quick happy hour. We shared the fish tacos and fries. I'd recommend NOT sharing the tacos :-) Lol [[HIGHLIGHT]]We loved the atmosphere, food, drinks, and enjoyed talking to the bartenders.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We are definately planning our next trip back! Maybe happy hour and dinner. read more

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Nice spot, a bit pricey but this is Malibu restaurant. We ordered seafood tower, lentil soup and cioppino which was not in a menu but they still took the order. Food was good, there was no wow effect, cioppino was ok (sauce was missing smth). Service was ok, I asked for a box to go but the server claims she didn't hear us and just trashed our food. read more

Cute beach spot with really good food overall. The burrata was delicious and fresh with a nice balsamic 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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]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.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, a great little beachside spot with solid food, good drinks, and a relaxed vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Oh how I love this place! Best spot to enjoy a drink and appetizer and catch a sunset! We sat on the couches in the lounge area and met a couple from Montreal who we chatted it up with for a bit... I had a Paloma and my husband had a Smokey tequila drink (can't remember the name) both so delicious! Also enjoyed the Tuna Tar Tar appetizer! Excellent! Service was great but off to a rough start as we sat for quite a while before anyone came over to us and the party that came in next to us, about 15 minutes after, were being tended to and of course I waved to the server and said we still haven't ordered? She said "ok someone will be with you shortly" I was a bit miffed over that but it wasn't long before the bar tender came and took our order. He was very nice and apologetic and even comped a drink! Thank you for that! Always recommend coming here! read more

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Really enjoy coming to the Sunset Restaurant and this last visit did not disappoint. Parking is available via valet parking. You can certainly try parking on the street, but it's beachfront and packed most of the time. There is indoor and outdoor seating options. Both provide beautiful views of the ocean, just keep in mind that the outdoor seating is directly in same. The service is excellent, with your waiter and managers checking on folks frequently without feeling overbearing. I have never been disappointed by any of the dishes I've ordered. This latest time, we enjoyed the calamari (crisp, warm, succulent), Cesar salad, burger, and seafood tacos (now a duo rather than trio...I wish they'd bring back the lobster). Portions are incredibly generous, as well! Can't wait for our next trip out to Zuma/Malibu read more

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Delicious food with an amazing view. This restaurant sits right on the beach. If you can, ask to sit upstairs. There are so many windows pointing towards the beach and it's quieter. Our server was great and super friendly. I started off with the Pink Elephant which was absolutely delish. The linguini and clams was huge. They do not skimp out on the clams as well. Everyone loved their food and the service. read more

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My husband and I have always passed by this restaurant and finally we came here for lunch on a lovely, sunny Sunday! My hubs got the the waygu burger with double patties - and at the first bite, he said that this was so impressed and after the first few bites, he gave the burger a 10 out of 10! I got the salad and I think it was okay - maybe around an 8 out of 10 (wished there was more chicken!!) The ambiance was so great - we got a lovely seat next to the open windows! The service was pretty slow sadly given it was lunch time! Overall, a fantastic malibu spot right along the beach and would definitely come again! Parking might be tough but we parked at the beach and took a short 5 min walk over! Recommend getting a reservation too to avoid the long line! read more

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Gabriella is absolutely amazing. It was my first time visiting this lovely restaurant that atmosphere is phenomenal. The food is fantastic and the service is above and beyond. I definitely recommend visiting this place! read more

The Sunset Restaurant - Burrata & Tuna Tartare (both are amazing) - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

Our annual "Redondo To Malibu Pub Crawl" returns - and, once again, we completed the trek at the iconic Sunset Restaurant in Malibu. Because there's no better place on Earth. Killer food beyond description, iconic oceanic views, the marvelous sunsets, the gulls, the libations and salt air combine like a kind of aphrodisiac lulling you into a happiness zone you didn't know could exist - at a restaurant. Well, it can. It's cool to BE an animal here...just don't BRING one. read more

Took a drive up the coast to one of my favorite stretches of beach in California. Westward beach or otherwise known as drain pipes if you're a local surfer. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe is pleasant, the views are spectacular and the food was great![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Super relaxed vibe at the end of Point Dume you'll find this quaint establishment. My soup was rich and flavorful, just perfect to start. My endive salad with sliced avocado and toasted pine nuts was light and delicious. My GF had their linguine with seafood which she absolutely loved. The dish had a rich and savory rustic tomato sauce. Her mussels were perfectly cooked and tender. She barely spoke as she devoured her tasty choice. She had a carafe of Pinot Noir which was a great pairing with her meal. Our service was warm, fast and everyone was very pleasant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Our upstairs views of the beach was awesome.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As I ate, I reminisced of days gone past surfing this lovely stretch of coastline. Take a drive and fall in love in what feels like the end of the world yet not that far away! read more

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A wonderful date spot with a view of the beach in nearly any spot you seat. Service was good considering how crazy busy it was especially for a Saturday with a private event going on. Food was very good, selection is very safe options, nothing too wild or experimental I've seen. I personally picked the sea bass fish tacos for $24 and it was very good! Consider this is Malibu and their rent must be astronomical. Also the pistachios tres leche dessert cake was perfect to end the meal and share with. With half dozen oysters to share, two cocktails, two taco dinners, plus one dessert to share you're looking at around $150+ after tax and nice deserving tip. So it's not spot if you're on "budget" but consider the location and the view. You're in Malibu! They also have valet but i came around 5pm when most people are leaving the beach anyways so street parking was "relatively" easy for me. I will recommend and come back to when I'm in the area. read more

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Many things taken off the menu, had wyagu pasta and some of the pasta was hard (like it sitting for a while) 4 people check came to $240 with 4 entrees and 2 appetizers and 2 soft drinks. Not what is used to be. Best thing about this place that keeps it in business is the location. read more

This place was a recommendation from a friend. When I think of having dinner on the beach, I think of long lines and waits with hyped up food. I was happy to visit this place with no wait. It was busy and the atmosphere was relaxed and casual but definitely a spot you can get dressy casual. The place smells of seafood so you anticipate the food. I ordered the clams linguini. It was a perfect balance of garlic, clams, and not heavy. I had a nice glass of their Albarino wine. I tried the oysters as the appetizer, they were delicious. I would love to come back to try more entrees like the sea bass and seafood linguini. Great atmosphere for small and large groups. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants to visit is the beautiful, the sunset restaurant in Malibu! It has a great view of the ocean which I love but it also has amazing food!! This time I had to try the seafood tower. It was the best seafood tower I've had. It was presented with all the sauces you could want to season all the different seafood. I'm a sauce person... so this was perfect for me! I would definitely get this again. I literally crave the grilled octopus on the appetizer menu. It was so good that we ordered two of them. I did try the meatballs today, and they were good but I like other things so much better that i probably wouldn't order again. I always have to end with a sweet treat. The pistachio tres leches is a winner for me! read more

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Zuma really is a beautiful beach! Clean and peaceful perfect for a relaxing day! The sunset restaurant just makes your beach trip much better! It's $10 for valet parking which you will need. Very nice valet man! The layout is very unique... it's a literal beach house set up as a bar/ lounge and dining area! They offer happy hour right next to the ocean! Super chill and laid back but a bit boujee at the same time! Employees are very nice... Baja tacos are tiny but delicious! They also have crispy rice and cheese balls which are good! Calamari is definitely worth trying! The piña colada and espresso martini had me floating lol If you haven't already it's a must! read more

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Raw, oily onions. Raw fries mixed in with cooked. Which means the person frying is lazy, not moving the food properly and likely not having the oil at proper temp. The fish tacos were also oily, and overly rich with the sauce. No freshness to it, which you'd expect at a beach restaurant. The guacamole is solid, I'll say that. read more

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The Sunset in Malibu was a gem after a hike. Quaint spot right by the beach with an amazing view. Server was welcoming ,I had the lobster tacos and fell in love. The theme inside matches the beach vibe and the drinks are great too. 9 out of 10, will eat again. read more

The Sunset Restaurant - The most flavorful lobster tacos I have ever tasted in my life I definitely recommend. - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

Decided to give this place a try and was seated very quickly. Unfortunately, that's where the good experience ended. Our waitress took our order, but it took about 25 minutes just to receive our drinks. After waiting around 40 minutes for the food, my order came out incorrect. There was no apology or attempt to make things right. I simply asked her to cancel my meal, finished my drink, and left. I left a $1.00 tip because I believe tips should reflect the level of service provided, and unfortunately the service here fell far below expectations. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this restaurant. read more

I brought my mom here for her birthday and we had such an amazing time! We had a table Overlooking the ocean and the ambiance was magical. The servers were absolutely attentive and the food was fresh and delicious. We started with the calamari and had some cocktails. I wish I remembered the names. We later had the clam linguine and the salmon entree. Both were incredible! My mom mentioned that the clams were better than her from her favorite restaurant in Barcelona. The server and manager checked in us multiple times and at the end of the meal they brought my mom a delicious bread pudding dessert. Nice touch! We will be back soon to try the brunch! read more

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I really wanted to like this place because the location and views are absolutely beautiful. It's a great spot to sit and enjoy the scenery, and the restaurant itself looks promising. Unfortunately, the experience went downhill once the food and service came into play. The restaurant had just opened and there weren't many people there, yet our server still struggled to keep up with basic things like refilling our water. Service felt inattentive and slow despite the place being nearly empty. The food was also very disappointing. I ordered the spicy tuna, and the cucumbers in it tasted rancid, which completely ruined the dish. It honestly made it hard to eat after noticing that. The only bright spot was the lentil soup, which was actually amazing and full of flavor. Overall, it's a beautiful location with incredible views, but the food quality and service really need improvement. Hopefully they work out the issues since it seems like a new restaurant with potential. read more

The Sunset Restaurant - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

I may have moved but this spot, this way out in Malibu restaurant at the end of an ocean front drive will be a favorite until the end. I've had so many wonderful times here, great meals, fun experiences, lively bar encounters - sometimes mediocre service. The view in the open seating area is great. There is often a breeze. The upstairs is equally majestic and with height comes more shoreline. But it's a totally different vibe. Which is great! Because the outside too has a completely different aesthetic, feel, etc. I love outside too because they have those charming, French Riviera inspired umbrellas at the tables. It feels good. Thoughtful. If in the 'bu you'd be crazy to pass up a visit here. Also scope the black board in the bar for their latest cocktail specials. There is nowhere quite like Sunset restaurant. read more

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Overall, it was a nice experience. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the location is definitely the best part. If you get a table by the window, the ocean view is beautiful and makes the atmosphere very pleasant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was okay - nothing bad, but also nothing really special or memorable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is a good place to come more for the view and the beach atmosphere than for the food itself.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The only real downside was the chairs. They were quite uncomfortable, especially if you want to sit and enjoy your meal for a longer time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, a good spot with a beautiful view and nice service, but the food and seating could be improved.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great location right in front of the beach separated by the street.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were able to find parking on the street but there is Valet for 10.00. The clam linguine, calamari, Cesar salad, and drinks Mai Tai and Sangria were good. The pistachio tres leches dessert was nice and light. It did not have that almond flavor I assumed it would have, but it was delicious either way. We also ordered coffee and an iced latte to go with the cake. With tax and tip 15% it came to 195.00 for two people. Will come back again. read more

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Been going to this place off and on for many years, and I adore it. The cocktails are legit so you've immediately got my loyalty there. Truffle fries are actually truffle-y. Generous portions. And the location needs no explanation. Always a nice time! read more

This restaurant was awesome. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sat right on the water overlooking the beach.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The calamari was exquisite, but the chilean Seabass, by far stole the show. Our server was wonderful and attentive. I would definitely recommend this place for a fun dinner out or romantic date night. read more

The food is just okay, but you really go for the view so they can get away with it. It's definitely overpriced ($19.95 for chips and guac), but if you're feeling spendy, the Brussels are delicious! The Caesar was also great and so were the fish tacos. We had a bottle of wine and my husband got the sunset colada and it was the best cocktail I've had in a minute; it tasted like a key lime pie in a glass. So yum. Overall, I would come back for drinks and the view and skip the food :) Service was great, though! read more

The Sunset Restaurant - View - New American Near Me - Malibu, California

Came here after the beach and there was Christmas music playing. It seemed unconventional but it worked, lol. The Sunset Restaurant is right on the beautiful beach and they have their own parking which is very helpful considering how packed the beach could get. Such a cute looking restaurant and the service was really good. I got the fish tacos and they were huge! .. and i finished every last bit of it. It was THAT good. The overall vibes was so nice. The outdoor seating had sand all over the floor which i thought was a cute touch and the whole place was open to the outside. The windows didn't have glass or anything to block the view, the colors or the sounds of the ocean and the people enjoying it or passing by. i absolutely loved that. Will for sure come back here when i go back to LA. read more