Restaurants and cafés near Terranea Resort
Terranea Resort offers multiple on-site dining and café options ranging from quick coffee and gelato at Sea Beans to fine dining at Mar'Sel, plus casual oceanfront meals at Nelson's and poolside choices like The Grill at Resort Pool and Cielo Point. Most venues serve breakfast, lunch, or dinner on-site—check current hours or ask the concierge for same-day availability and reservations.
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On-site dining overview
All of Terranea's restaurants and bars share the resort address: 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. The resort lists multiple on-site venues including Mar'Sel, Catalina Kitchen, Bashi, Nelson's, Sea Beans, Solviva, The Grill at Resort Pool, Lobby Bar and Terrace, and Cielo Point.
Hours vary by venue and day; the resort recommends checking with Concierge or each restaurant for current hours and reservations. Several venues serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner while others focus on specific meal periods (for example, Bashi primarily serves dinner).
- Reservations: recommended for Mar'Sel and Bashi; Catalina Kitchen and Nelson's can be busy on weekends.
- Payment and policies: ask the host for accepted cards or any dress-code guidance (Nelson's lists Casual Dress).
- Location help: Concierge can confirm which venues provide poolside delivery and set-up for private dining or events.
| Venue | Typical Service |
|---|---|
| Mar'Sel | Dinner (fine dining) |
| Catalina Kitchen | Breakfast & Brunch; some dinner/buffet offerings |
| Sea Beans | Coffee, pastries, gelato |
Fine dining and special-occasion restaurants
Mar'Sel is Terranea's signature fine-dining restaurant offering chef-curated tasting menus focused on California coast ingredients with panoramic Pacific Ocean views. The resort recommends reservations for Mar'Sel; hours vary so confirm with Concierge.
Catalina Kitchen offers California-inspired coastal cuisine, daily breakfast, and weekend specialty services such as seafood buffets or a Sunday brunch. Catalina Kitchen is a brighter, more casual sit-down option compared with Mar'Sel.
- Mar'Sel: best for celebratory dinners and tasting menus; check reservations and dress expectations.
- Catalina Kitchen: known for breakfast and Sunday brunch; good for families and larger morning groups.
- If you have dietary needs, contact the restaurant or Concierge in advance.
| Restaurant | Notable features | When to go |
|---|---|---|
| Mar'Sel | Panoramic ocean views; tasting menus | Dinner — reservations suggested |
| Catalina Kitchen | Breakfast and weekend buffets/brunch | Breakfast & brunch; busy on weekends |
| Bashi | Modern Japanese sushi and wok-fired dishes | Dinner service; hours vary |
Casual oceanfront and poolside dining
Nelson's sits on the cliffside with ocean views, fire pits, and a relaxed menu for breakfast (weekend mornings), lunch, and dinner. It is commonly used for sunset meals and casual family dining; dress is typically resort-casual.
Poolside options include The Grill at Resort Pool (snacks and light meals, with weekend breakfast) and Cielo Point, a lively poolside bar offering light American fare and cocktails. Pool delivery to the resort's four pools is available for many poolside items—ask pool staff or Concierge.
- Nelson's hours include breakfast service on Saturday and Sunday and extended hours on weekends.
- The Grill at Resort Pool delivers to all four pools; weekend breakfast is offered there.
- Cielo Point is aimed at the adults-oriented pool scene; for adults-only pool details see the resort pool policy.
| Venue | Typical hours | Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson's | Daily (varies) — weekend breakfast available | Casual oceanfront |
| The Grill at Resort Pool | Pool hours vary — weekend breakfast | Poolside casual |
| Cielo Point | Hours vary — see Concierge | Energetic, adults-oriented pool bar |
Cafés and wellness dining
Sea Beans is the on-site café for coffee, espresso drinks, organic teas, pastries, and small sweets including homemade gelato—open early most days and later on weekends. It’s a convenient stop for quick breakfasts or grab-and-go items.
Solviva is Terranea's wellness-focused restaurant, serving nutrient-rich, locally sourced breakfast and lunch items, plus cold-pressed juices and smoothies. Solviva's hours are oriented to morning and midday service, useful for spa guests or lighter meals.
- Sea Beans hours: typically early morning to evening (later on Fri–Sat).
- Solviva hours: breakfast 9:00 AM–11:00 AM; lunch 11:00 AM–5:00 PM.
- Both venues are suitable for guests seeking quick or lighter meal options rather than full-service dining.
| Café | Open for |
|---|---|
| Sea Beans | Coffee, pastries, gelato |
| Solviva | Wellness breakfast and lunch; juices & smoothies |
In-room dining and private events
Terranea offers in-room dining and private dining options; exact menus and hours can change so contact the resort or Concierge to place an in-room order or arrange a private meal on your terrace. In-room dining is convenient for guests staying in named room types such as Ocean View Room, Ocean Front Room, or any of the Casita or Bungalow accommodations.
The resort also supports event and catering needs across its event venues (Catalina Point, The Meadows, Palos Verdes Grand Ballroom, etc.). If you're planning a meeting or wedding with catered meals, the Catering & Events team can provide current menus and policies.
- To order in-room dining, contact the resort's dining services or Concierge for the current menu and delivery times.
- Private-event catering is handled through Terranea's group sales and catering teams—ask for menu options, capacities, and site walkthroughs.
- If you have a pet and plan private dining in a Casita, check the resort pet policy in advance (some public spaces and services restrict pets).
| Service | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| In-room dining | Resort In-Room Dining / Concierge |
| Event catering | Catering & Events / Sales team |
| Poolside delivery | Pool staff / Concierge |
Nearby dining and practical tips
If you want to venture off property, nearby options include spots around Golden Cove Shopping Center and Riviera Village in nearby coastal towns—Concierge can recommend local restaurants and provide driving directions. Popular local attractions like Point Vicente Interpretive Center and Abalone Cove are a short drive from the resort.
Terranea provides a free area shuttle within roughly a 5-mile radius and can arrange local transfers; there is no complimentary airport shuttle. Valet parking is available for overnight guests (parking policies and fees are separate from the daily resort fee), so plan transportation accordingly if you dine off-site.
- Ask Concierge for local restaurant recommendations and shuttle availability.
- If you're planning to dine off-property, allow time for valet pick-up and local traffic—Point Vicente is about a 5-minute drive.
- For trips to San Pedro or ferry terminals (Catalina Express), the Concierge can help arrange transport and advise ferry schedules.
| Nearby | Notes |
|---|---|
| Point Vicente Interpretive Center | Short drive; good for coastal walks before/after dining |
| Abalone Cove Shoreline Park | Nearby tidepooling — check tides and accessibility |
| Golden Cove / Riviera Village | Local shops and off-resort dining options |
