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Marelle, Santa Monica, CA

Marelle

4.2
4.2
36 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Innovative
Welcome to Marelle, where the culinary mastery of Chef Raphael Lunetta meets the serene beauty of Santa Monica's coastline. Marelle is nestled on Ocean Avenue, just steps away from the sandy shores, offering an elevated dining experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors of California.

Marelle, meaning "Star of the Sea," offers a menu that celebrates the bounty of land and sea, featuring signature dishes like Hamachi Crudo, Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Pan Roasted King Salmon, and 12 oz New York Steak. Our bar program, curated by Amanda Fewster, includes unique cocktails such as “La Vie En Rose” and “Star of the Sea” (our famous seashell cocktail). Designed by Gulla Jónsdóttir, Marelle's space reflects natural beauty and elegance, creating a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor dining.

Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that captures the essence of Coastal California.

Parking is $10 for the first 4 hours with validation.

For private events, emailreservations@marelle.com.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 899-6122
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Elevate your next gathering with the unparalleled charm of Marelle, nestled in the heart of Santa Monica. Whether it's a corporate meeting, a celebratory banquet, or an intimate soirée, Marelle offers a sophisticated setting that promises an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Alberico Nunziata: (310) 395-3700
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Monica
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Brunch

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at Marelle, where gourmet dishes meet a cozy, intimate ambiance. Treat yourself to our exclusive Pumpkin Spiced Pancakes, topped with maple syrup and candied pecans—just one of our seasonal specials. Enjoy the warm glow of candlelight and rustic touches as you savor locally sourced ingredients and fall-inspired flavors. Escape the holiday rush and indulge in a brunch experience that’s crafted for comfort and elegance. Book your table today for a truly memorable holiday feast!
    Thanksgiving Brunch Photo
  • Thanksgiving Family Dinner

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Join us for an unforgettable Thanksgiving Family Dinner at Marelle, where every dish is crafted to celebrate the season. Start with a herbed goat cheese crostini amuse-bouche, followed by your choice of Roasted Pear Salad or Butternut Squash Soup. For the main course, choose from our Classic Roasted Turkey, Crispy Ora King Salmon, Herb-Crusted Prime Rib, or Lemon Mushroom Rigatoni. Enjoy shared sides like Candied Yams and Roasted Brussels Sprouts, and finish with a choice of Homemade Berries Cobbler or Traditional Pumpkin Pie. Let us take care of everything while you savor the warmth of family and great food in our cozy, rustic setting. Reserve your table for a memorable evening! $95 adult-$45 child (ages 6-12)-child under 6 dine free.
    Thanksgiving Family Dinner Photo

Offers

  • DJ's Brunch

    Nov 23, 2024 - Mar 31, 2025
    Sun - 7:45 AM - 3:00 PM,Sat - 7:45 AM - 3:00 PM
    Join us this Sunday for a brunch experience like no other! Indulge in our delicious brunch menu featuring classic favorites and chef-inspired specials while enjoying the perfect beats from our live DJ. Relax, savor, and let the music set the tone for a perfect weekend gathering with family and friends.

    DJ's Brunch Photo
  • Elevate your afternoons with Marelle’s Golden Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Join us Monday through Friday, 3 PM to 6 PM, for our Happy Hour, featuring a curated selection of delightful bites and refreshing drinks at special prices. Unwind in style and make your weekday afternoons unforgettable.

    Elevate your afternoons with Marelle’s Golden Hour Photo
  • New Year Eve Party

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Step into an evening of magic, music, and culinary delight at Marelle’s New Year’s Eve celebration! Begin your journey with a luxurious Truffle-Infused Cream Tartlet topped with Kaluga Caviar, followed by a choice of exquisite appetizers like Tuna Tartare or Potato Leek Soup. As the clock ticks closer to midnight, the atmosphere comes alive with electrifying beats from our live DJ, mystic insights from our Tarot reader, and a dazzling champagne toast to welcome 2025. The evening will be filled with vibrant energy, stunning visuals, and unforgettable moments. Get ready for a night where elegance meets enchantment – reserve your table now and let Marelle make this New Year’s Eve a celebration to remember!

    New Year Eve Party Photo

What 36 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Westside

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marelle offers a stunning ocean view and a chic atmosphere, perfect for a memorable dining experience. Guests highlight the "amazing service" and "beautiful restaurant" design. While the hamachi crudo and cocktails are favorites, some dishes lack flavor. Service speed varies, making it ideal for relaxed dinners.

36 Reviews
  1. Osh

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! The food and drinks were great. We sat outside by a heater and they gave us blankets so it was cozy.

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  2. jessica

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great addition to the area with great food and service.

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  3. MarisolA

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was wonderful. The food was well proportion, and the atmosphere was very calm. It was my friend’s birthday and they brought us a round of shots and a cake.

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  4. Patricia

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time having dinner at Marelle’s. The food was delicious, service and ambiance were excellent. We highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely return.

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  5. MARTIN

    New York City

    40 reviews

    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Slow start because of menu but improve once service began. Food was excellent for lunch. Small menue

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was non existent our service wasn’t helpful or present we had three different people come by it took 15 minutes just to close our check. Amazing ambiance horrible service seems like they just hired anyone off the street.

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  7. Gary

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Don’t get the crab cake for lunch if you’re hungry. Way too small and doesn’t come with anything. In my group the grilled cheese was the favorite and certainly more substantial…

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  8. William

    Los Angeles

    50 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    For a chef with the stellar reputation of Lunetta for so many years in Santa Monica, the star fell tonight with our visit for dinner. First, walking into the hotel is like walking into a subway....no life, sterile, unwelcoming. Then to find the restaurant one needs a google map as signage is poor and you end up having to descend a staircase of 50+ stairs. Walk into the restaurant and you may as well have walked into a refrigerator. The place was nearly empty at 7pm (the inside dining room had four tables occupied including us), and we should have immediately seen the problem and simply reversed our entry and bailed out. Saturday night in Santa Monica with three tables occupied. Yes, there were a few tables on the patio but they were drinking and not dining. The receptionist was like "don't bother me as I am talking to an associate". The inside environment, despite many positive reviews, is sterile and unwelcoming; very disjointed; pillars everywhere......basically looks like a Hampton Inn where they serve breakfast. Why Lunetta would put his reputation into this environment mystifies me. Next door Michael Mina is about to open his new restaurant....there is only going to be one winner and from my review you can assume it will not be Marelle. The menu at Marelle is short, unappealing except for a fabulous hamachi crudo that is more like a cerviche but it was the high note of the evening. Crab cakes were heavily overcooked and tasteless. The entree menu has spaghetti, salmon or halibut, and chicken....that's it unless you want to open your wallet for a 24 oz ribeye for $125. The wine selection is horrible. No reason for any further discussion except there are so many outstsanding alternatives for dining in Santa Monica that I hope you pursue them instead of Marelle.

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  9. Karen

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My server Roberto was amazing! The food was delightful and the ambiance exquisite.

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  10. Taylor

    Tucson

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was very good. Our server treated us very nicely

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FAQs

Marelle is rated 4.2 stars by 36 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Marelle

1740 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Santa Monica
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (310) 899-6122
  • Private party facilities
    Elevate your next gathering with the unparalleled charm of Marelle, nestled in the heart of Santa Monica. Whether it's a corporate meeting, a celebratory banquet, or an intimate soirée, Marelle offers a sophisticated setting that promises an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Alberico Nunziata: (310) 395-3700
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