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mar'sel patio  - mar'sel at Terranea Resort, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Award-winning

mar'sel at Terranea Resort

4.7
4.7
1883 Reviews
$50 and over
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Set overlooking the Pacific Ocean with stunning views, Forbes Four-Star award winner, mar'sel offers the ideal location for an elegant dinner or seasonal Sunday brunch. Located just south of Los Angeles on the verdant Palos Verdes Peninsula, mar'sel (a play on the Spanish word for sea, mar and the French word for salt, sel) offers a decidedly inventive twist on international cuisine. Chef Fabio Ugoletti's seasonally rotating fine dining menu that features locally sourced ingredients (including citrus and herbs from the resort's grounds), as well as playful takes on culinary favorites, mar'sel combines approachable luxury with a breathtaking setting perfect for every palate.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Market Cuisine, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (833) 282-2974
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Fabio Ugoletti
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy your next event at Mar'sel with our fine dining offerings and service. Our private dining room and private terrace offers an elegant ambiance and Pacific views. Customizable for parties of 11 to 40. Our event planners will help you make your event a reality.
  • Private party contact
    Restaurant Coordinator : (310) 265-2896
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates
  • Cross street
    Palos Verdes Drive South
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,883 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Beach Cities

    Best Ambiance

  • Beach Cities

    Great for fine wines

  • Beach Cities

    Romantic

  • Beach Cities

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mar'sel at Terranea Resort offers a "magical setting" with exceptional ocean views, making it a perfect spot for "special occasions." Guests praise the "impeccable service" and "delicious food," noting standout dishes like the Dover sole and seafood tower. While it's on the pricier side, the "wonderful ambiance" and attentive staff create "memorable experiences."

1,883 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our daughter Andrea's 24th Birthday at Terranea Resort last night at Mar'Sels! We had a lovely night as family celebrating the beautiful woman she is. She makes us proud everyday with her motivation and love for life and her studies at Cal State Fullerton and setting her goals for the future. May God guide her, protect her, and give her many more years happy, healthy, and full of greatness and love!

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  2. Alisa

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and the location is beautiful. Unfortunately the food doesn’t make the cut. Very bland and no flavor. Very disappointing as we had high expectations.

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  3. Ela

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was outstanding. We were 3 couples who met after a long time. The servers did not rush us on deciding on the menu as we were busy catching up. The food was delicious and we had a very memorable evening.

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  4. Leonardo

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If the occasion calls for a 5 star all around top-of-the-line dining experience, this is your place.

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  5. Julia

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    38 reviews

    3.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My Husband and I go to Marsel often since we live close by. We love it and how they treat us. The service and the waiters are amazing. Last night we were so disappointed, they changed their menu. Now for the entrees. they only have. Fish. Pasta and two meat dishes.. Veal osbucco. which was overcooked and Venison.. No Filet. I love their plant based options. the soup and the cabbage. However. Nothing for my Husband.. so we will not be returning.

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  6. David

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service staff was super friendly and the food was delicious

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  7. Sharon

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Booked this restaurant for Thanksgiving Dinner with my husband. We were seated at a table facing a wall and the kitchen. My chair was kicked by 3 different waiters as we were obviously in their route to the kitchen. We waited almost 20 minutes for our appetizers which were nothing special. Another 25 minutes until our meals arrived. I received 2 small slices of Turkey and a teaspoon of sweet potatoes, My husband had Chilean Sea Bass which smelled bad and kept him running to the bathroom all night. We then received 3 desert bites which were pretty awful and we ended up leaving behind. Lastly we were presented our check for $550. Yep I'm not kidding. NEVER AGAIN!!!!!!

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  8. Kate

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful evening under the stars with fabulous food and a very efficient and lovely attendant. From the moment walked in we felt at home and well taken care of.

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  9. Gavin

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined at mar’sel tonight to celebrate my wife’s birthday. As always, the service was amazing. We decided to sit outside and it was a little chilly. They offered us blankets as the heaters warmed up. Such a nice touch. We ordered the special filet and ribeye along with the seabass. My daughter had the kids’ filet mignon. Everything was cooked beautifully. The service alone is reason enough to love Mar’sel. Add on the exquisitely prepared food and it has quickly become our go-to for special occasions.

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  10. Renee

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place to eat. We had Sunday Brunch and it was amazing. The food was so delicious and the view was breathtaking. Service was over the top. Definitely going back when I’m in the area.

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FAQs

mar'sel at Terranea Resort is rated 4.7 stars by 1883 OpenTable diners.

mar'sel at Terranea Resort does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for mar'sel at Terranea Resort

100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Palos Verdes Drive South
  • Neighborhood
    Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Market Cuisine, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Fabio Ugoletti
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (833) 282-2974
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy your next event at Mar'sel with our fine dining offerings and service. Our private dining room and private terrace offers an elegant ambiance and Pacific views. Customizable for parties of 11 to 40. Our event planners will help you make your event a reality.
  • Private party contact
    Restaurant Coordinator : (310) 265-2896
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