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The Warehouse
Categories: Restaurants Seafood Restaurants Steakhouses Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch Seafood, Steakhouses, Breakfast & Brunch [Edit]
4499 Admiralty WayMarina Del Rey, CA 90292
Neighborhood: Marina Del Rey
(310) 823-5451
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 11:30 am - 10 pm
Fri-Sat 11:30 am - 11 pm
Sun 10 am - 9 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Valet
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Touristy
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
186 reviews for The Warehouse
Review Highlights
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"Nice place to eat with great view of Marinia Del Rey." In 12 reviews -
"Plus, it was free refills on mimosas - how cool is that." In 3 reviews -
"Was it true love or just DAMN good crab legs." In 8 reviews
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186 reviews in English
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Review from Amanda G.
2/6/2012
This is a review for their salsa dancing on friday nights:
it was my first time salsa dancing so I came early for the 9:00 lesson. We were there by 8:45 and were welcomed by a nice man carrying a table (he was moving it off the floor for more dancing room). We were early. So I ordered a cheap glass of red (under $10) to calm my nerves. The instructors were kind, entertaining and I liked that they had us split into groups: lessons for beginners and lessons for intermediates (less pressure!)
Dancing: the lesson ends at 10pm and by that point other more experienced dancers have already gathered on the sidelines waiting for the clock to strike. I thought this was great. Who wants an empty salsa dancing venue? Definitely not me. I wanted to disappear into the crowd with a pitcher of wine and a sign around my neck that said "observer only. please stay away" (sooo nervous!)
Best night of dancing.. ever. So many people who come here know what they're doing. It's the best setting for a girl like me that's sheepish but wants to learn. Men were nice, not overly assertive or creepy. They understood I had no clue how to salsa and they reassured me "This is how you learn". Every mistake I made, every awkward step I took was shrugged off and compensated for with smooth moves, kind smiles and amazing skills. I was spinning, laughing, smiling till my cheeks hurt. So glad I came here.
Alcohol was reasonably priced. The only con is that they charge for bottled water which, i guess not all salsa dancing venues do (but I can understand why they want to get SOME $$ out of it). I will be back next week... and hopefully every week after.. -
Review from Jennifer A.
Beverly Hills, CA
5/10/2012
I haven't been to this place in like 15+ years. The location is great, right in the marina next to the docks. The outside has a pond like area where there are fish and turtles. The water looks dark green, and looks like it could use a some TLC.
We decided to sit outside and enjoy the view and weather.
I ordered the fish and chips and my friends ordered a large steak dish.
After ordering some food a person who works there came by with a camera to take a "free" postcard picture of us. I first thought OK what the heck. When the lady comes back she gives us the free-bee, and then tries to upsell us on some of the other pictures that she has taken. We gracefully declined, and patiently waited for our food.
Our food came out, and unfortunately my fish and chips pretty much sucked. The tartar sauce was terrible, the fish and batter was bad, and even the fries were less than average. My friends steaks were big, but the flavor was just mediocre, and they only came with one side dish.
Overall I was pretty disappointed with this place. I suggested going here , but the place doesn't seem like it has kept up the times. I feel they let this place slowly decline over the years. I suggest they clean up the water in front of their place, get rid of the cheesy tourist photographer person, and at least begin to focus on serving their customers high quality food. -
Review from Never S.
El Segundo, CA
5/10/2012 Seated via OpenTable
My wife and I decided to take a trip in the 'way back machine' and have dinner at The Warehouse for the first time in close to a decade. Luckily we opted to dine on the deck, so between the view and my date, the night was not a complete lose, but the food... sweet Jebus, the food...
We started with the crab cakes which had unfortunately been a bit overdone on one side. The breading was dense and dry creating a shell from which the crab had to be extracted. My wife got the seafood combo, which she enjoyed, and I got the split-cargo, which I did not... I ordered my filet medium rare, which I believe it may have been, but I could not tell. The center of my steak, while still rare, was dark brown and dry. How is this possible?
Is their aged beef in fact "aged" in the freezer?
I suspect The Sizzler serves up a better piece of meat for a fraction of the price.
As it turns out, my wife and I weren't the only ones who had taken the trip to yester-year. Along with my steak, the interior decor of the restaurant and the bar patrons all looked like they were yanked right out of 1984. Perhaps The Warehouse should have remained relegated to our memories of 'back when'... -
Review from Jackie B.
5/6/2012
Am going to leave a 3 part review of Friday Salsa Dancing only, not the food. It's $12 cover at the door. Valet parking. The night I was there a great live band was playing. Staff was nice. No coat check/ personal item check. Explain to me how women are supposed to salsa with a coat and a purse?
Part 1- Great drinks. Try the Mojito (though it is $12). There's also a huge fruity volcano drink (for 2) that they light on fire.
Part 2- Excuse me, oh pardon me, ouch, my foot! When there is live music it takes up a large area of space. Combine that next to the bar, a packed dance floor, and a whole bunch of people with nowhere else to linger, and you get a very packed space. Suggestion- offer drink specials, move the bar upstairs (which they already have built in) where people can still enjoy the live music, and you will actually get a dance floor full of people salsa dancing on it instead of standing/bumping into one another.
Part 3- The Scene is interesting... this night it was about 4 to 1 men. I felt like I was being followed around, even with my dance partner beside me the whole time. If you really want a lot of attention ladies, this is the place to go. I found it a bit intimidating.
In review... The Warehouse gains 1 star for live music, 1 star for good drinks, 1 star for guy -to-girl ratio if you are looking for a dance partner, 1 star for friendly staff. It loses 1 star for poor layout, 1 star for virtually no accessible dance floor space, 1 star for no coat check, and 1 star for a meat-market vibe. -
Review from Derek A.
Los Angeles, CA
5/1/2012
Brought my patient here and his disabled wife for dinner. Nice 1970's era decor that you don't see much of anymore, I'm sure this place was built when the Marina was still being developed and hasn't changed much in the 37 or so years since. Got a table near the window, was fairly wheelchair accessible through the dining area.
Food was good nothing to rave about, Enchilada soup was good and creamy. Spinach salad was loaded with fresh spinach dressing was light, I would have preferred the spinach to be slightly sauteed.
Fair size portions of steak, shrimp, oysters. My patient had the Lamb Shank special, he said it was quite good.
Overall good food but not quite as tasty as the Chart House across the marina.
Live Rock Band was playing in the bar area which could be heard throughout the restaurant. I loved it as they were quite good but it annoyed my seniors. So if you want an intimate whisper over dinner forget it.
But I was bouncing up and down in my seat. Should have brought my donut cushion. -
Review from saul m.
San Francisco, CA
4/10/2012
What can I say...unlike some recent reviewers...we had a good time here.
The only oddity came in their parking lot. As we drove in, a staff person came over & asked if we wanted to have the car valet parked. Only problem was we were already 1/2 parked in a space. I finished parking, then declined.
On the walk to the entry we passed Koi swimming in a small pond. It seemed fitting for a restaurant on Marina del Rey.
Our sextet was seated immediately. Our waiter was attentive & helpful the whole evening. The setting seemed romantic...dim lights, low ambient noise, soft music.
We ordered Lump Crab Cakes, Fiji Louie Crab Salad, Minestrone Soup du Jour, Salmon with Crab stuffing, Fish & Chips, & the trio of Seafood Raviolis. All were good. We liked the Salmon & Fiji Louie Salad so much, we ordered another dish of each.
We would return...definitely for the Friday salsa nights...love to dance! -
Review from dude food G.
Santa Monica, CA
5/6/2012
This place is the kind of place that excites me. Easy to park. Decent buffet selections.. Good environment near the docks in the Marina. Friendly service. Not overly crowded. Overall a good brunch.
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Review from Harrison G.
Los Angeles, CA
4/25/2012
One night, my friend and I were looking for a place to eat and I suggested the Warehouse since I had bookmarked it a while ago and couldn't remember why. We decided to try it out. In hindsight, it was a bit too romantic and nice for two guys to get dinner together. But, the food was good, as was the service, and I imagine it'd be nice during the day when you can look over the marina. The front exterior is kinda kitschy but it's not offensive or overbearing.
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Review from Rissa R.
Studio City, CA
4/30/2012
Was pleasantly surprised by this place! Came by here after dining next door at Cafe del Rey. For only $6 cover, I had an excellent time salsa dancing. Love the view of the boats on the water nearby. And the dancers weren't super 'LA style' that intimidated me not to join them. It was a mixed group of talent that was just having a great time. Many salsa venues I've been to have a live music set..this did not..but for a cheap cover and unexpected good time, it was no issue. Somehow though, the bar does not give out glasses of water? Only bottled water for sale. I thought that was random and possibly illegal (I should be able to get water for free at a bar venue...?). I'll be back for more salsa Fridays and curious about the Bachata Sundays.
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Review from Laika T.
Westchester / LAX, Los Angeles, CA
3/29/2012
I arrived to find a wall of honor, photos of celebrities and hollywood A listers, much as you will find in any LA restaurant ! noticiable in that the celebrities stopped arriving in about 1979...
Food was good, if not inspired, much the same as one would find at any US restaurant, expected more seafood for a marina location. The chef knows how to cook !
Lovely location, deck/balcony area is a great place to relax day or night as it has ample heaters.
Front of house had no idea how to do anything and fumbled around.
Staff were friendly with such classic lines as " no specials today, we ran out of fire"
Bathrooms have been recently refurbished, same cannot be said for the rest of the place which has original features that you can recognise in the celebrity pictures from the 50's and 60's including the carpet...
most polite way to describe this restaurant would be... faded granduer ?
needs a major revamp which would be expensive, and probably unrealistic in these times, but no doubt it will be grand again, one day, just not when I was there.
worth a visit ? I have been in LA on expenses for 5 weeks... free food ! gave it two stars as the food was ok, but I agree with the celebnrities, I went once, never again. -
Review from Thiri Z.
Los Angeles, CA
3/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
Went there on a Saturday night and the experience could have been better.
The place was right on the docks so the view was great, there was outdoor seating, inside and the lounge area. There was one couple a head of us and one large party came in, but I think they had reservations. The host said 15 minutes so we waited. 20 minutes after he tried to suggest the lounge. The lounge was pretty empty, and we didn't know that was an option. He could have suggested it before having us wait for 20 minutes.
There was a few servers running around the lounge area but no one greated us or made any eye contact for 10 minutes. Finally a waiter came by and got ypour drink orders. We ordered our food and he seemed a little distracted and kept turning back every time someone walked passed him. A little weird but we didn't really pay too much attention to it.
We got our drinks and they are very strong, just the way we like em!
The food took about 30 minutes to arrive and we were starving. I started looking around for our server and he was no where to be found. I am getting annoyed because, 20 mins to get sat and another 30 mins for our food and counting. So, I went and asked for the manager. The manager was nice, we weren't rude either. We just wanted to know the status of our food, that's all. He was nice enough to buy us a round then the food finally came. He explanation was that there was a few big parties upstairs. Ok fine, but informed us.
Anyway, food came a few minutes later and it was room temperature. Ok, what the hell? By that time, my bf was pissed off. There was a screaming baby behind us throwing forks, and a new dad trying to manage it while his wife and her friends or sister ate. Whatever, we weren't as annoyed.
On for the food! We both got the Atlantic salmon, it was stuffed with crab stuffing and had a chardonnay sauce that was delish (better hot, I would assume). You can add different sides for just $2 more. So we added a couple of sides.
As we were finally eating, this chick came up to us and said, "we are having a comedy show and a live band, if you are going to stay it is $10." She didn't work for the restaurant, so I didn't want to go off on her. I told her it was a bad timing, and that we just got our food after complaining to the manager. I'm just trying to eat my dinner, dammit! -
Review from Valerie F.
Torrance, CA
3/12/2012
We had a reservation for eleven people for my daughter's birthday at 7:30 pm on Saturday night. We were taken by a tiny elevator upstairs where there were just a few other tables of diners. I had brought two special birthday cakes for the party and asked the waiter to put them in the fridge, light the candles and bring them out at the end of the meal.
The waiter brought menus and seemed to want to take orders immediately. We asked him to give us time to look over the choices. That was at 7:30 pm. He returned at 9 pm to take our orders, and we did not get our food until about 9:30 pm. We were all stuffing bread into our mouths in desperation! The food was good, although we were only offered ONE side dish with a very expensive steak. At the end of the meal, the waiter came back with a slice of cheescake on a plate, with a candle on it..compliments of the restaurant. I was absolutely furious. Where were my two expensive cakes? Oh, sorry, said the waiter, I forgot. Eventually the cakes were brought in. We had to slice them ourselves...naturally. An almost $500 bill with mandatory 18% tip completed our evening at about 10:30 pm. Overpriced. Terrible service, and loud karaoke music to complete a less than perfect evening. -
Review from Kristina D.
Los Angeles, CA
2/22/2012 Seated via OpenTable
Not bad, not great. Food was pretty good but a little pricey for what it is. Dining outside is nice with the marina, but what's up with the cheap plastic table & chairs?
One thing of note- the Barrel of Rum cocktail.... ho-ly-CRAP! Sooooo freakin strong! You def get your $ worth and you get to keep the cute lil barrel! -
Review from Lynn W.
The most enjoyable drinking experience while in LA. All you can drink mimosas at brunch. Uhm humnm something might pop off on the Marina. I was toastiedotcom overlooking the water was beautiful while swaggin & sippin. My alter ego couldn't take it.
The buffet was enourmous! At this point, I was vulnerable. Omlettes, waffles, other breakfast foods, fish, steak etc. We really enjoyed the desserts..an array of cakes and cookies. I was satisfied as I slightly stumbled out of the warehouse lol.
Next stop..the grove for happy shopping. -
Review from Helene H.
Huntington Beach, CA
3/29/2012 1 Check-in Here
Went for Sunday Brunch; they had a special blood mary for $5 which was spicy and delicious. Initially when we were seated, we did not receive any introduction regarding brunch and was left sitting for about 5-10 mins (1 star deduction). We eventually waved someone down and then Kristi came over with champagne in one hand and pitcher of OJ in the other and quickly filled our glasses. And she never let our glasses even come close to getting empty. Apparently, there is not an a la carte option when you come here for brunch. $29 AYCE which includes bottomless mimosas, crab legs, shrimp, variety of meats/carving station, omelet station, desserts, pasta, stirfry, comfort food, sushi, chocolate fountain, the list goes on and on. Fun and energetic ambiance. View of the water is really nice as well. Great place to have brunch!
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Review from Harmony S.
Los Angeles, CA
1/9/2012
I read another reviewer's opinion of the Warehouse regarding dancing - and I agree.
Dance lesson was decent. Good dancers, got plenty of dances, & yes - more battle wounds than I have EVER gotten before.
Many salsa places have a crowd of regulars who are a bit snobby. I didn't get that impression from this one. There seems to be a group of regulars who seem very friendly. I only spoke to the promoter and one other regular, however. Plan to go again next Friday - will update my review. :) -
Review from Lynette T.
Los Angeles, CA
Updated - 11/25/2011 7 photos
I'm bumping up The Warehouse for its Thanksgiving Buffet.
The relatives were all over the place for this Thanksgiving, so my cousin Shirley invited my family to join hers here for the holiday.
I loved the idea of it.
I'm usually prepping and cooking from 4am until serving time on Thanksgiving.
Being able to sleep in and just show up to a wide variety of food (which I know is good here) was very appealing.
Count us in!
So we get there and I was surprised, "Wow, it's a full house! Look at how many other folks didn't cook either!"
Even all the patio tables were taken up by family groups.
Identical buffet lines were set up downstairs and up.
Kristi took excellent care of us. So adorable! We love her!
So many dishes to choose from!
I had to circle around twice to plan out my strategy........
The little bits of everything I had on the first go-round were great. They had my favorite salmon dish which made me a happy gal.
Usually one visit to the buffet line is good for me, but I just HAD to go back for more. Especially after seeing what the guys brought back from the carving station-LAMB! (Loved the horseradish)
We all enjoyed our meal and were discussing that this was nice for a change.
Maybe we should do a holiday meal like this in upcoming years? Only things missing were our traditional sashimi & po-ke kick-off and getting to lounge around before and after.
#2 Son had to be shaken out of his food coma when it was time to leave.
He sure ate his $29.99's worth and then some!
Excellent experience.
Now I'm spoiled and want to do it this way from now on.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/4/2010
Nostalgic memories.
We're talking way over 30 years ago.
The Warehouse was THE date place back then! … Read more »
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Review from Michael S.
Marina Del Rey, CA
5/5/2012 Seated via OpenTable
The food and service here was pretty underwhelming, and it was quite expensive too, certainly more than it should have been. My fiancee and I came here for dinner on a nice spring night and ate outside underneath the heat lamps. That part was nice, but that was it. The waiter was running around serving what appeared to be everybody on the deck, and was hard to grab to either place our order or to request anything additional. The food itself was fairly bland, nothing to write home about. The price placed it as one of the more expensive places we've eaten in our usual rotation, most of which are way better. We may be back because it's really close to where we live, but probably only out of bored desperation (or for salsa night).
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Review from Gstar K.
Huntington Beach, CA
1/9/2012
Newbie Fan mainly for this past Friday Nite Salsa Dancing, only a mere 6 clamones. Speaking of seafood had their calamari (a bit salty) ...to work up some steamy energy for crazy spins on their rather space-limited dance floor. Best scene besides high vibe dancefloor - the outdoor harbor view spacious patio, complete w/cozy heat lamps. Total blast w/friends & easy chill w/the regulars too!
Forgot to ask, maybe for next time, if dining no cover charge then? Also quenched our thirst w/a few virgin coladas, mojitos (first & perhaps last time - taste almost like lemonade - not recommended) ...& some Stella Artois.
Tropical island, marine/sea-life decor reminds me of Don Beachcomber (formerly Kona) of Sunset Beach or Captain Jack's down the street [http://www.yelp.com/bi... mushed together w/Reef Restaurant, Long Beach [http://www.yelp.com/bi... for Salsa Dancing & ocean harbor view.
Makes one wonder why owners dubbed it The Warehouse? ...sounds like that defunct 80's cassette music store chain ...or my work office. Great. A dancing venue name that reminds me of my 9-5 dungeon. Why not "Marine Escape", "Coastal Coasting" or "Seabird/Seaboard Salseros" ...? Something a bit more exciting & cool to match the energy level experienced here, for our first Salsa of 2012?
Still, major dance-your-feet-thrilling FUN! A gf just moved into area nearby & now has become her major fave stomping ground. And stomp we shall, when the winds of OC blows me back to MDR =} -
Review from James M.
Beverly Hills, CA
12/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
Good:
Loaded baked potatoes a must
Great location
Nice Inside/Outside Environment
Good food, reasonable portions
Bad:
Prices to elevate your blood pressure (compared to local competition) -
Review from Hrvness W.
Torrance, CA
1/28/2012
I ate here about two years ago or more and recently went back and sat there thinking why I have not been here! They now have a jazz/comedy night on Saturdays which totally rocks. Nice, mellow cool vibes and great comics and jazz with good food..you can't beat that.
The cover was 5 or 10 nothing astonomical I promise! Check it out you'll be wondering like me..why you haven't been. :) -
Review from Jocelyn J.
Los Angeles County, CA
3/18/2012
came here years ago for a graduation celebration. It was pretty good,lots of food at the brunch. and really nice views.
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Review from Sane C.
3/6/2012 1 Check-in Here
Went for Sunday Brunch. Read a bunch of great reviews for their brunch but I must've missed something or the people writing the reviews haven't really tried good food. I gotta say service was excellent, our waitress seriously came around filling our champagne glass quite frequently. Not a fan of the pirate like theme of the place either, felt like I was entering a pirates of the caribbean buffet. Plenty of places in LA to enjoy a sunday brunch and this place doesnt fit that category, I guess this place would be good for the kids.
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Review from Michelle M.
Marina del Rey, CA
1/1/2012
This review is for BRUNCH ONLY!
I absolutely adore the Sunday Brunch at the Warehouse! Not sure what the negative reviews are about, perhaps people are a bit spoiled and jaded? The walk from the valet into the restaurant is set up like a jungle pathway over a koi pond and is scenic and beautiful. Inside there is indoor and outdoor patio seating, both of which are beautiful. The decor is rustic and quaint while remaining upscale.
The food is fantastic, and they have no problem customizing orders (like when I asked for eggs Benedict without the ham), the breakfast side is very good and the lunch side (which includes cheeses and desserts) is to die for!
My fiancé and I plan to have our bridal party brunch the day after our wedding here. It's seems perfectly fitting, as we will likely be married at the FantaSea Yacht Club just a mile or so away. -
Review from LM Z.
Los Angeles, CA
12/21/2011 1 Check-in Here
Service was VERY good but sadly, not only was the food really bad, it left me sick for 2 days. I hate to send food back but oysters Rockefeller should not be served luke warm and the ribeye sandwich ordered medrare was well, well done. Ugh! I felt horrible for our server who seemed embarrassed, we told him we knew it wasn't his fault.
It was my first day off in a long time so we just wanted to relax and not stress about bad food BUT as they day went on and I got sick we kept saying how truly horrible the food was. Again, great server but for $86 we won't be back. We don't want to take the chance of getting sick again. -
Review from Dianna P.
Inglewood, CA
1/30/2012
I LOVE this place....if you have the money...please please please get the king crab legs....they are huge....they split them in half for you so you don't have to fight to get the meat out big ol piece of meat in those legs....the way they season them is soooo good....I have some garlic mushrooms on the side....like I said its expensive it goes for market price at the time I think I paid 44 bucks....but well worth it and they have this big rum drink they set on fire when they bring it to you....yep that completes the meal lol try it ill be back next weekend lol
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Review from Eric B.
Los Angeles, CA
10/18/2011
Always love going here. It has a unique atmosphere that's low key but fun! You can't beat the marina view seats.
I took my parents and brother that were visiting from out of town and they really enjoyed it.
The banana dessert was super tasty.
I definitely recommend The Warehouse! -
Review from Jack L.
West Hollywood, CA
2/11/2012
This place has been reviewed plenty so I'll keep it short: Unique decor and atmosphere. Our food was excellent (prawns, filet mignon, ribs) !! Not a fan of the sports bar section with its GIANT screens. And the whole place feels a little old. They could use a new set of tables and chairs. But overall a great experience. Tip: Sit upstairs with vast views of the marina (for extra kicks take the cargo elevator up!).
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Review from Nicole B.
10/5/2011
Um, this place was empty as hell on a Sunday and the food was.....just food.
I wasnt impressed at all. This place needs to be remodeled and the menu needs to be revamped!...the only thing this place has going for itself is the view of the marina.
Pick another place. -
Review from Adrian T.
Inglewood, CA
8/19/2011 2 Check-ins Here
This review is for the brunch buffet only
If you're family loves to each as mine does, this place is a must. First of all, don't let the name fool you, the safari theme decor of this place is amazing. Add a view of Marina Del Rey, 80s and 90s rock/pop hits playing, and endless Mimosas and you've got a perfect setting.
Brunch runs from (insert time here) on Sundays. Breakfast is on the left side of the restaurant next to the bar and lunch is on the right side. There is a salad bar with about 6 different salads. Mash potatoes, mac and cheese, delicious BBQ ribs (watch out Lucille's)
There is a omelet bar and a chef to perfectly cook your omelet to perfection while making scrumptious waffles. Eggs Benedict, bacon strips, sausages hash browns, potatoes and muffins.
The breakfast is really good, but lunch is where this place really blew my mind away. You HAVE to come here. That is all -
Review from Sarah M.
8/7/2011
I only come here once a year, and that's for Thanksgiving. I love love love their Thanksgiving buffet. Not a bad price for all that you get. They have really fresh seafood.. I love the crab legs.. and of course all the traditional fixings like Turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, stuffing.. and delicious PIES. Yum.
The place has a great vibe.. I love the decor.. and love how dark it is in there.
I hear the Sunday brunch is great. I'll have to pop on in one of these weekends and check it out.Listed in: Date Night!
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Review from Tammy S.
Marina del Rey, CA
8/9/2011 Seated via OpenTable
Hmmm, they got yummy drinks, decent food, fun atmosphere, and good servers. Since I only live across the way...I have visited this spot a few times; for drinks, to meet up friends, for Sunday brunch, but not for salsa dancing! My girlfriends has gone and said it was lots of fun though.
As for the food...the best is their mac and cheese, yes I would go over to just order that and a glass of Chardonnay! Yum! haha. The Sunday brunch isn't bad, but I have had better for the price and the selection. It;s in the pricey side but what isn't around the Marina....great view out if you sit on the patio...always felt like I went away on a vacay just by stopping over there. The decor is pretty cheesey though....o'well. -
Review from Jin T.
Garden Grove, CA
8/1/2011
This place is all about the Sunday brunch. I love taking my parents to this restaurant to eat good food & to catch up, all while taking in the great scenery over a few mimosas.
The brunch includes american classics, a variety of seafood, to Mexican & Asian cuisine. A pretty diverse brunch menu.
My family & I have been dining here for years & enjoy the experience every time. -
Review from Frank S.
Los Angeles, CA
9/25/2011 1 Check-in Here
I made reservations here for a party of eight for a Sunday evening. When I first arrived the parking is limited to valet only. Which is no surprise because most of the other restaurants on Admiralty rely on valet. The decor is pleasant with an "Islands" meets "Red Lobster" feel. There is a large koi pond and bridge walkway to look into aside from the waiting area.
My group was seated outside with a view of the boats moored at their slips. The water was calm and the area was quiet. The furniture was less then desirable. We were seated in cheap plastic chairs and used foldup plastic tables. I think the management can greatly improve upon this. There was sufficient heat lamps to keep everyone toasty.
We ordered appetizers to start with. I ordered the seafood sampler and satay skewers. The sampler arrived with calamari, crabcake, scallops, and shrimp. The fried calamari was crisp crunchy and tasty. The scallops and shrimp came in a cream sauce. I thought the sauce was runny. The skewers arrived luke warm though. They were plated in a lovely manner, but I am assuming they sat out waiting to be brought to our table. Overall the calamari was the highlight among the appetizers.
The main course was a little bit everything. Our group ordered combinations of fish, shrimp, and red meat. The Malaysian Prawns looked like they were a specialty and they did not disappoint. The prawns were large and well seasoned. The fish, in this case salmon, was cooked well and had a nice sauce. I had a rib eye and a baked potato. The rib eye was cooked to my request but was not juicy or flavorful. I thought there would be a small pool of drippings and sauce with my rib eye but it was not to be found. My baked potato was a massive 3 pound spud cut in half and topped with bacon, cheese, and sour cream. That was pretty much it for the potato, nothing spectacular.
My brother ordered a mixed drink called rum in a barrel. It was good but it was strong. When you order this drink they serve it to you in a souvenir glass shaped like a barrel.
To finish, I ordered several desserts for the group. Ice cream, banana foster, creme brulee, and a lava cake. The ice cream and lava cake were standard and nothing stood out. The creme brulee was disappointing. The melted sugar layer was way too thick and the custard was bland. The highlight of the dessert the banana foster. The cooked bananas, bread pudding, and ice cream was delicious.
Overall my experience was pleasant but with lots of room for improvement. Our server was polite and attentive to the needs of our group. No complaints on service, just on the furniture and highs and lows of the food. -
Review from MARGIE I.
One day I was driving back home towards the South bay, when I happen to pass this nautical looking building. I thought to myself, "What is this place? I gotta check out what's going on in there." I found out it was a restaurant, and now this is about my 4th time here.
I think it's better to eat and have a few cocktails in the bar area instead of the dining room. They have great happy hour appetizers and drinks. The ceasar salad, meat skewers and the spinach artichoke bacon dip with tortilla chips that my brother and I chose all came out splendid.
If there's a Russian lady that walks up to your table, and you have no idea what she's saying... she wants to know if she can take a picture. You can purchase one for $15 or just keep the free postcard with the little pic of you. When I'm in the area, I would for sure come back for the happy hour specials. Eat up :)Listed in: Cocktails, Beers, Wines,…, Yummy Happy Hour Food!
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Review from Brandy S.
Lake Balboa, CA
5/23/2011
I would definately come here again! Would love to try the buffet. Ordered the sampler and chose four items. Shrimp Scampi, Fried Calamari, Seared Scallops and Crab Cake. The presentation was great and the food was DELISH! I was however a little disappointed (for the price) with the portion of shrimp as there were only 3. But it was in a yummy white cream sauce not the traditional scampi in a garlic/herb butter sauce and the scallops were served with mushrooms in a white wine sauce. The entire sampler was ample to fill me up and it was really tasty.
The service was pleasant enough - it was too cold to enjoy the outdoor seating but did have a nice view of the marina. -
Review from Mark J.
Redondo Beach, CA
1/23/2012
Awesome sunday buffet with bottomless mimosas, it's a little pricey but there are all you can eat crab legs. The breakfast was awesome! And then the lunch was awesome ;)
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Review from Adriana C.
Torrance, CA
7/19/2011 1 Check-in Here
This review is for the NIGHTLIFE ONLY.
Friday nights- SALSA DANCING
Monday nights- COMEDY SHOW
Friday nights are amazing! They offer salsa classes for $5, I have never taken one, but they do offer them at 7pm if I am not mistaken. At 8:30 the dance floor is open and DJ Charlie is one of the best! This place gets PACKED PACKED PACKED with salsa dancers of all levels. I highly recommend coming if regardless of how much experience you have. I only wish there was more room because the dance floor is crowded, but that only means the place is great!
The Comedy Show "Comics on the Spot" on Monday nights seems fairly new. Again, the cover is $5 which is a great value for a two hour show, 8-10pm. They have a line up of 8 comedians!!! I came here last night, and the majority of the comedians had me laughing. I discovered "Comics on the Spot" through yelp, and it isn't advertised anywhere else which may explain the small audience but I will definitely be a regular!
Drinks are great, I usually order champagne or wine but the bartender made the best Mudslide ever!! They have a full bar with two TV's for sports fans. The only con to this place would be that there is only Valet Parking, no self Parking. -
Review from Talisha M.
Miami, FL
7/7/2011
Sit outside by the sailboats.
A place that kids would love, not so much for non-family people. But the view outside is nice. The food was average. Crab-cake mehh. The loaded baked potato was great, but come on its a baked potato. The pan seared tilapia w/sundried tomatoes was good. The mac & cheese was good. But overall just wasn't really lovin this place.
What I love is it's close to the airport so we beat the traffic & saved ourselves the stress & came here early for a bit then hit the airport. -
Review from Erica P.
Los Angeles, CA
Warehouse Sunday brunch is not what I remembered it to be.... Located right on the Marina it's the perfect spot for AYCE and AYCD Mimosa but the food was ehhhh. it had your standard breakfast food- waffles, omelets (decent), over-cooked Eggs Benedict, hash browns, sausages, and bacon. On the other side of the restaurant they have lunch items which nothing was memorable. The BBQ Ribs were really Tough!, the carne asada didn't taste like carne asada, the guacamole was watery, lasagna was dry if that is possible, crab legs were okay but a little salty for my taste, roast beef was dry too. I think the only thing I can say was good about this place was the view and the mimosas. Save your $30 something dollars/ person for Brunch somewhere else.
