Best American Restaurants in Marina Del Rey (90292)
6 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.8
Killer Shrimp is a long-running waterfront spot famous for its spicy, slow-simmered shrimp broth served with crusty bread and strong cocktails. Locals treat it as a go-to for indulgent seafood plates, marina views, and a lively bar scene that runs from happy hour through late dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Killer Shrimp Original, Killer Shrimp & Lobster, Lobster Mac
What makes it special: Signature spicy shrimp broth recipe served for decades on the marina.
8.4
Located inside Jamaica Bay Inn on Mother’s Beach, Beachside Restaurant & Bar serves coastal American fare from brunch through dinner with an emphasis on seafood and classic comfort dishes. The broad menu and beachfront patio make it a versatile choice for everything from pancakes with kids to sunset cocktails.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crab Cake Benny, Beachside Burger, Fried Chicken & French Toast
What makes it special: Beachfront American dining with all-day service and a large patio.
8.2
SALT Restaurant & Bar, opened in 2015 inside the Marina del Rey Hotel, focuses on California seasonal cooking with an American bent, from chowder to braised short ribs. Diners come for polished plates, cocktails, and one of the better waterfront dining rooms on the harbor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Marina Clam Chowder, Shrimp & Grits, Braised Short Rib
What makes it special: Hotel waterfront restaurant marrying seasonal California dishes with marina views.
8.1
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Live Music Showtime
Sports Bar Central
Open since 1969, The Warehouse Restaurant is a kitschy, Polynesian-themed steak-and-seafood house overlooking the marina, known for big portions, strong drinks, and party-friendly energy. It’s a nostalgic choice for prime rib dinners, family gatherings, and waterfront celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Prime Rib, Shrimp Scampi, Clam Chowder
What makes it special: Retro marina steak-and-seafood institution with tiki décor and big portions.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Inside the Marina del Rey Marriott, Sinder Lounge serves American and New American fare in a coastal-chic lobby space with indoor and outdoor seating. Hotel guests and locals drop in for everything from breakfast plates to cocktails, street dogs, and steak tacos with marina-adjacent views.
Must-Try Dishes:
LA Street Dogs, Skirt Steak Tacos, Salmon with Forbidden Rice
What makes it special: Hotel lounge-restaurant blending coastal-chic design with American comfort dishes.
#6
Killer Cafe
7.8
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Killer Cafe sits next to Killer Shrimp and focuses on classic American breakfast and lunch plates with marina views. Locals use it as a casual spot for Benedicts, scrambles, and burgers before heading to the beach or boats.
Must-Try Dishes:
Killer Shrimp Benedict, Loco Moco, Buttermilk Pancakes
What makes it special: Casual marina-side breakfast cafe with hearty American plates and views.