Best Group Dining Gatherings Burgers Restaurants in Marina
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Balboa Cafe
112-year-old bar-restaurant with a current night scene.
Notable Picks
#1
Balboa Cafe
8.2
A 1913 institution that now doubles as a youthful cocktail scene after dark. Classic American plates meet espresso-martinis and a lively bar that runs late.
Must-Try Dishes:
Balboa Burger (baguette), Chicken Paillard (Wed special), Deviled Eggs
What Makes it Special: 112-year-old bar-restaurant with a current night scene.
#2
The Brixton
8.1
Modern gastropub drawing a buzzy Union Street crowd for cocktails, bourbon-bacon deviled eggs, and a hefty Wagyu burger. Lively bar energy anchors late-week nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Brixton Wagyu Burger, Bourbon Bacon Deviled Eggs, French Dip
What Makes it Special: Cocktail-forward scene with signature Wagyu burger and HH snacks.
Worthy Picks
#3
Westwood
7.8
Country-leaning bar and live-music spot with a hearty house burger and late-night scene. The kitchen focuses on thick, juicy patties with bar-snack sides that land well after 10.
Must-Try Dishes:
Westwood Burger, BBQ bacon burger, Tater tots
What Makes it Special: Lively late bar energy with a legit house burger.