I've been to Geoffrey's Malibu for brunch and dinner, and both were a fantastic experience. Their service is top notch and the food is outstanding. The ambiance is amazing especially for brunch in my opinion. Although I loved dinner, my preference is to go back for brunch because of the gorgeous ocean view. I can't wait to go back!!! read more

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A great experience every time we visit. We celebrated our Anniversary here and also had dinner here on our wedding night years ago. Outstanding service , breathtaking views overlooking the ocean. The food was delicious as usual ! Come here if you have not yet ! It's a must ! read more

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Ambiance is a 10/10. We didn't have reservations but staff were really kind and seated us by the glass wall for the view. No5 my first time here and I can say that I have consistently had an amazing experience with their level of service, attentiveness, and quality food. Such a great place to e joy a delicious meal and watch the sunset. read more

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Made reservations for 1:30 pm on a Friday. We parked on the PCH (be careful, lots of fast cars!). Make sure you use the stairs as you head down to the entrance. The valet lot was pretty tight, with numerous fancy cars. We were greeted immediately and sat on the balcony outside. The tables closest to the view were taken but we were very close and the ambiance was still so nice. It was a bit hot in August but there was a breeze every now and again. There was also plenty of shade. My friend decided to order the sunset smoke to drink. For food my friend got the chicken picatta and I got the lump crab cakes and the hanger steak medium rare. I initially wanted to order the jumbo coconut shrimp or mussels as an appetizer but our server, Will, changed my mind when he said his favorite were the crab cakes. The drink was ready quickly and tasted yummy. I've had better smoky mezcal drinks but it wasn't bad. The lump crab cakes came out fast too. While good, I didn't think the sauce they came with added much flavor. The hanger steak was great. It was cooked perfectly and was seasoned well. The chimichurri didn't have a lot of flavor and the scrambled eggs weren't seasoned at all. The avocado and salsa provided some freshness but not much flavor either. I ended up dipping my eggs in my friend's chicken picatta sauce which was savory and creamy. He agreed that the chicken wasn't special but the sauce was good. Interestingly, they were served with blanched or partially steamed carrots. I personally think it would have been better if they were roasted. The food overall was fine because of the weak flavors, however it was good quality. I would come back to enjoy the location. I would try other items on the menu instead of getting the same thing and hope that the flavors are stronger in the other appetizers and entrees read more

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My boyfriend and I went here for Valentine's Day dinner and Geoffrey's was so special. All the servers were so attentive and friendly and there's not a bad view in the house. They had a set 3 course menu for Valentine's Day, and everything we chose was delicious. Would highly recommend for a special occasion. read more

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the service was nice and the view was gorgeous but the food was mediocre and very expensive. if you don't mind paying an arm and a leg just for nice service and a view then by all means try it. but if you want a quality meal this wouldn't be my first pick. definitely worth trying, but as for returning, questionable. our "medium rare" steak was more rare than anything, there was a nice crust on the outside but the chef probably focused on that more than cooking the meat to customers liking. the oyster mushrooms that topped the steak was so salty, practically inedible. lobster didn't absorb the flavor of the sauce and was just steamed and topped with sauce. overall not bad, but you could get much more and better quality food for $300. on site parking is valet - $15 added onto the dining bill. read more

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Best view in the world! Ok - maybe not the world, but it is pretty darn amazing ! Food and service are excellent too.

Gorgeous views, good service, and good food. My sweet sister made a reservation at Geoffrey's to celebrate my birthday. It was completely packed as it was a beautiful sunny day. It Seems like everyone had the same idea, lol. The valet was incredibly nice, kindly escorted us to the main entrance, and helped navigate us through the crowds of people. He was an absolute dear. & the hostess sat us at a balcony table with stellar views. Now, to the food... I ordered the not so old fashioned, oysters to start, and had the scallops as my main course. Everything came out beautifully, and left a lasting impression. Anyhow, we will definitely be back. It was a magnificent dining experience, and i am so happy she chose Geoffrey's to celebrate the occasion. Everything, from start to finish, was truly spectacular. read more

The evening was beautiful. The ambiance was perfect, but for that price, the food was only good. Not fabulous, not spectacular. Just good. Disappointed. Our server was very good as well as the second. But unfortunately, again the food was only good. read more

Geoffrey's Malibu - Moonlight reflection from the balcony. - Seafood Near Me - Malibu, California

I've been coming to Geoffrey's since I was a teenager, and after this last visit, I'm blown away by how far this place has fallen. I brought my mom here for her birthday thinking it would be special. Instead, it was embarrassing, overpriced, and downright offensive. My mom's food was late, she had to ask for bread three times like it was some impossible request, and we sat there with empty water glasses while the staff walked past us like we were invisible. And for what? A $700 bill? You've got to be kidding. When we complained, the waiter actually yelled at us. Yelled. Then marched off "to get the manager" like we were the problem. The manager came over, didn't listen, didn't care, and stood there backing up his staff instead of even pretending to care about what happened. After 15+ years of loyalty, that's how they treat you--like you're disposable. Like your concerns are an inconvenience. And let's talk about the food. The steak tasted like it had been sitting out, the burger was dry and sad, and the only thing even remotely edible were the fries--and literally anyone can make fries. This isn't fine dining. This is lazy, careless, and cashing in on a reputation they no longer deserve. What makes it worse is how they made us feel--dismissed, disrespected, and completely unwelcome. They acted as if we should just sit quietly, pay the bill, and be grateful to be there. I left feeling disgusted, and honestly, I never want to step foot in this place again. If I could give negative stars, I would. Geoffrey's has become overpriced, arrogant, and out of touch. Shame on the service, shame on the management, and shame on whatever this place has turned into. Your nice view will only last you so long. read more

Geoffrey's Malibu - Seafood Near Me - Malibu, California

For the relaxing, gorgeous well-shaded, patio views from Malibu to Santa Monica and to Catalina Island, there is no better place to relax. The service is kind, attentive and professional; you're in good hands. The valet is the best. The food is fine but not remarkable, although the Waygu burger got high marks from our youngest diner. The rest tends to be a bit too rich, salty, in distinctive, and formulaic. Full bar but only a middle-of-the-shelf selection of mass market wines. But hey, the views! And the prices are quite reasonable. read more

Geoffrey's is iconic, I have been going to this location since it was the Holiday House and I love the view atmosphere really everything about it. The food is good, and for the price, I'm getting the location, and the sunset. Then it boils down to the service and on my most recent visit it's comparable to a trendy diner. No one here is going out of their way to make this experience any more memorable than they have to, just look out at the ocean and be satisfied. The reason I am putting in my two cents here is because I expect the waiter to remember my order, bring the right drinks and not tell me and my fiancée how tired he is or what his life issues are. We're here to enjoy ourselves and you're messing up our evening with your problems? Get it together man, we're not friends, and for what I'm tipping you on a $400 meal I should be able to expect someone who can be a professional not just sliding by on the establishments coattails. I came to be and to impress the woman I love and you're wining about how tower you are, please take your problems to the manager and get me someone that's there to make my fiancé birthday exemplary, which even though we were ask who's birthday it was he never acknowledged or even had the ability to add a candle to the tiramisu. Shame on you sir for your pathetic effort, you get 1.5 stars as the order taker, because you don't deserve to be called a wa read more

Celebrated my 40th bday with a few people and it went great the food was delicious, the chilean sea bass . well the ambiance was top notch overlooking the pacific and . read more

Spend my Valentine's Day there with my wife and friends. What can I say? Everything was fine. Service is good. Food. OK just the bill almost $1000 for dinner. I think this a little bit too much, but overall the place is nice. read more

We came here for an engagement brunch. The views were fantastic and the front staff were all extremely friendly! I would say the downfall was the food and waitress we had. Unfortunately the waitress was very pushy on ordering more food and ordering drinks so we didn't enjoy that aspect of our brunch. The food was also just ok. Neither one of us really enjoyed our meal and felt it was easily something we could've made at home so the price just wasn't worth it for us. Definitely paying for the views. read more

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Great views and atmosphere. Service is OK. The food is hit and miss. It's definitely worth trying.

This restaurant is legendary !! Pulling up you are quickly engaged by a valet. You only wait but a minute or two for the maître'd to seat you while introducing you to your waiter. My wife and I had brunch so the menu was fairly flexible. We had the Sautéed Maine Mussels as an appetizer then followed by the Grilled Filet as my main dish, while my wife ordered the Chilean Sea Bass. Everything was cooked to perfection and the service was impeccable !! Wifey had her favourite Crème Brûleé while I had a double Blanton's neat. The view was awe inspiring ! Truly a culinary celebration that will never be forgotten. Please keep in mind that reservations are recommended. You will not be disappointed !! Salute ! read more

Great ambience, every table has a beautiful view of the ocean. Food is always fresh and well presented.

We made reservations for Saturday brunch on Memorial Day weekend. We were the first one seated and had the best table in the house. The view is gorgeous and we were able to see some seals swimming through. The restaurant itself is very clean and has a beautiful layout. The service here is excellent. The food is delicious. We started out with a latte and a lava flow. The coffee was nice and strong and the lava flow you could really taste the fresh fruit purée which I appreciated. They brought us some fresh rosemary rolls and usually I don't eat the bread at restaurant, but I could not resist. The aroma of these rolls was so tempting I just had to try them. The rosemary was subtle but detectable perfect balance in the bread.. We had the baked brie appetizer. My only complaint here is that the middle of the brie was still a bit cold. It could've been cooked a bit longer, but it was a luscious plate and the sauce on the plate, I couldn't stop eating it. Then we had the chocolate chip French toast and the quiche. The chocolate chip French toast was loaded with chocolate. This dish did not disappoint. The quiche, I ordered without sauce because I do not like capers, and it was one of the most delectable quiches I've had exploding with flavor With the perfect ratios of all the ingredients I wish I wasn't so full because the food was so good. I would've loved to try the dessert but we will be back. read more

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Beautiful Ambiance, great service. We went for my husbands birthday, and had a great time.

Escape to Geoffrey's! You won't be disappointed. The incredible views of the ocean, mountains, delectable food such as the baked Brie, and a potential sighting of a Hollywood star can provide the perfect experience. Located in Malibu some of the celebrities who have dined there include Pink, Halle Berry, Justin Bieber, and Oprah. Geoffrey's was founded in 1946. John F. Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe would have secret rendezvous there. Rhiannon was interviewed at this beautiful restaurant by a New York Times reporter. As you are looking at the spectaculars views don't forget to order a Mamosa or Bloody Mary! People come all over the world to be treated like a celebrity if even for just two hours at Geoffrey's. read more

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Restaurant with a view! Our group ate here for our annual dental office get together. We ordered a few appetizers to start with and they were all very good! Our server Jackie was very sweet and took very good care of us. Our mains included the Paella, Kobe burger, Chilean Sea Bass, Salmon, Skirt steak and Lobster salad. For dessert we had the bread pudding and creme brulee...AND their hot chocolate! We all shared and had no complaints. Parking was valet which was included in the bill. Just a heads up...if the group had 3 cars...it would be charged $15 x3! You can park off PCH but goodluck with that. There are stairs to get down to the beach but try not to stay too long because it gets crowded in the parking lot. Will come back for sure for special occasions. Overall we had an awesome experience. read more

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Went here for a bachelorette and it's got some of the most beautiful view of the ocean, the best service, and the best food I've had in a little while. We girls had a whole bunch of food to share and honestly all of them were my favorite! If we are ever in Malibu again, would definitely come by. read more

We've been coming here since I was a child, and recently came to celebrate a milestone birthday with family. It was honestly so awful we will never come back, and that's over 30 years of celebrating holidays and birthdays here with family. It felt touristy, and very non personal. We had a small child with us who is a picky eater, and we just asked if he could get another slice of watermelon since he didn't like any other part of his dish- the answer no, they allot only for each piece that needs to be served and don't have extra. After spending over $500 in what felt like a tourist trap and leaving with a hungry child, we won't be back. What a massive disappointment. read more

Geoffrey's in Malibu is a great spot for brunch with stunning ocean views and a relaxing atmosphere, but the food is just okay and the service can be a bit slow. read more

Geoffrey's Malibu - Seafood Near Me - Malibu, California

I have to say I was extremely disappointed with my first (and very likely, last) experience at Geoffrey's. I made a reservation to celebrate my dad's birthday here with my family and having had this restaurant bookmarked for the longest time, I was very much looking forward to our dinner. Half of my party was already in the area about an hour earlier than our reservation time and their pre-dinner plans fell through, so the staff were kind enough to seat them an hour before our reservation time to allow them to order some drinks before the rest of the party arrived. We ordered the mussels and a couple salads to share as appetizers and I will say-- AVOID THE MUSSELS AT ALL COSTS!!!!! As soon as the waiter brought the mussels out, the fishy stench of the bad mussels filled the air around our table, to the point where I was looking around to see where that smell was coming from because I could not believe that it could possibly coming from the food in front of us. We all ate one mussel before the entire table agreed that they served us bad seafood. The Cesar salad, beet salad, and tuna tartare were all just mediocre at best. At most 3/5 stars for all three dishes. I ordered the paella and then realized too late that the SAME BAD MUSSELS were cooked into my entree. I picked at the soggy rice around the bad mussels and barely had a couple bites before I lost my appetite and left most of the dish untouched. My boyfriend ordered the salmon dish which was actually decent. Overall, the bad mussels ruined the entire experience for me especially at the price point of the menu at this place. The bill came out to be over $650 for 7 people and for that much, I absolutely regret bringing my family here, which is extremely unfortunate considering it was for my dad's special day. Previous recent reviews also mention the food being nothing special and I wholeheartedly agree. I will not be returning to this establishment. read more

Food is mediocre and overpriced. Fresh fish shouldn't smell really fishy when it's served. It was overcooked and dry. Asked for another one cooked properly. Still smelled and was mushy. Couldn't eat it. Service was not very attentive and we waited over 20 minutes from our appetizer until our entree was served. Ocean view for the few tables along the rail is the best thing about the place. They seem to depend on their name and location. Too many other really good places to go to first. read more

Always a pleasure going here day or night! Weekday or weekend! Holiday or none! Love the atmosphere, love the food, and love the service! I always go with my two dogs and my sister and they have never said no to us ever! The manager there is wonderful he is very gracious and accommodating, the staff from the front to the back are wonder! They always ask about if we need or want anything for our pups too! For a high class place they are wonderful! Love this place view is spectacular ..... read more

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10/10 Food is great serves are extremely attentive , food comes out very fast .. great views great ambiance.. Oceans Views .. this is one of those spots !! read more

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To be driving along PCH in Malibu is divine. Couple that, with dining at Geoffrey's Malibu and you will levitate to a gastronomic highpoint. This restaurant has been on my "to do" list for a long time and I finally made it here for lunch. The ambiance is stunning. This includes outdoor seating (where we were), with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. I had a small appetite and so we decided to just work with the appetizer menu. House complimentary rosemary bread, round in shape, with butter, arrived first. It was superb. Then the Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Pear Chutney, Beurre Blanc and Roasted Pine Nuts. The whole dish was marvellous. Nice flaky crust with soft Brie on the inside. Finally, the Sautéed Lump Crab Cakes served over sweet corn butter sauce, Grilled Corn Relish and topped with Pasilla Chile. The offering came beautifully presented, the cakes were the real thing and packed with lump crab meat, no hanky panky stuff. Eaten together with the accompaniments on the plate enhanced textures and flavors. The appetizer took me to another place. They do add a 4% surcharge to the bill. Overall, it was an unforgettable dining experience. Mesmerizing views, a soft ocean breeze, food crafted with culinary expertise and high class service. read more

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What a most lovely family Easter Brunch at your beautiful restaurant! Server Drew was awesome and valet guys were as well. And your view!!!!! Thanks so much for a relaxing afternoon in beautiful Malibu! read more

I've been to Geoffrey's several times and always loved it, but sadly, this last visit was a huge letdown in terms of service. We had a reservation and were seated promptly, but then waited over 15 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us. I was seated directly under the sun, and when we asked the server to adjust the umbrella, he dismissed us and said I should just move around until the sun went away. Not the kind of response you expect at a restaurant like this. We ordered bottled water, and when it arrived, there was a fly in the glass filled with ice. My husband pointed it out, and instead of replacing the glass and re-pouring the bottled water, the server took the glass and returned with tap water. Unacceptable. Then we ordered a steak to share and clearly said it was to share. The server didn't ask about slicing it, so we assumed that was standard. It arrived unsliced. When we asked for it to be sliced, he responded, "You should have told me when you ordered it," without offering any help. Again, not what you expect at a fine dining spot. The food was excellent, which is the only reason this isn't a 1-star review. But the service this time was genuinely disappointing and felt careless and dismissive. Geoffrey's usually delivers a fantastic experience, but this visit missed the mark completely. read more

We selected Geoffrey's this year for our pre-Christmas outing. I must say, it was terrible. Not only was the food not good, our waiter was inattentive. He appeared to be on one track that only visited certain tables. Can't help but think it's the color of our skin. We attempted to get his attention for 20 minutes. Was not going to yell across the restaurant so I got up out of my seat and went found him to request more lemonade for our grandchildren. How sad is this for the price we paid. The price is irrelevant, should not have to go find your server for anything at any restaurant. The best part of the visit was the view, which is absolutely gorgeous. Not sure what the hype is here because the entire experience was mediocre at best. We expected much better from this restaurant. I spoke to the manager but her apology did not come off as sincere but more like she was patronizing me. Should have taken heed to the one review from 13 days ago. You live and you learn. I'm sure next year's pre-Christmas outing will be better. Should not judge a book by its cover. No no no no! read more

Geoffrey's Malibu - Could not eat, twice baked potatoes were cold and brussels sprouts were lukewarm but in some cream sauce that was tasteless. - Seafood Near Me - Malibu, California

Beautiful view to have some excellent seafood! I love their chicken Crabcakes especially with that corn sauce they give with it, it's so different. Plus the seabass was amazing and the paella. The only thing is they only put one scallop in the paella :/ read more

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Geoffrey's is located on PCH in Malibu with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. We made reservations online and valet was $15. If you're early to your reservation you can head down the coastal access path to Escondido Beach for a secluded ocean-viewing experience. SAUTÉED LUMP CRAB CAKES ($24) - One thing I noticed was that they like to pair their crab cakes with corn and it works because they go well together here. I liked the green pasilla chile relish on top for an added zing. 4/5 CORN SHOWDER ($16) - This funnily enough came with a small crab cake, but what worked well for the crab cakes dishe didn't work as well here. It wasn't anything life-changing and I'd skip this. 3/5 SAUTÉED DAY BOAT SEA SCALLOPS ($46) - This was an interesting dish because we absolutely loved the scallops but we really didn't like the risotto. It was very bland but the scallops really saved this dish. 4/5 GEOFFREY'S PAELLA ($42) - I liked that there was a lot of seafood in the dish. The rice was slightly undercooked and didn't make for a good chewing experience. The rice was also a little bland. 3/5 PAN SEARED CHILEAN SEA BASS ($49) - I really liked this dish and the ginger butter sauce was good too. This came with potatoes and bok choy which were nice additions. The mango marmalade was refreshing . 4.5/5 PRIME NEW YORK STEAK ($68) - the steak was really tender and it didn't even need the dipping sauces but they did add more flavor. Out of everything we ordered this was my favorite dish. 5/5 CATALINA SOUR ($20) - this was like your typical sour with cinnamon on top. It was good and standard. 4/5 LYCHEE MARTINI ($20) - it was spirit-forward and what you'd expect from a martini but with a lychee addition. 3.5/5 SPICY MANGO MARTINI ($20) - when they said it was spicy they weren't kidding. It was really spicy and too spicy for me. I finished it but it took a while. 3/5 Once the sun set, the heaters were turned on and the ambiance turned into a dimly-lit intimate candlelit experience. The service was great and everyone was taking pictures. We liked some of the dishes more than others but we thought the views were worth coming for. read more

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Great ambiance, great view especially at lunch and sunset A little overpriced but great service. You're going more for the vibe not the food at least in my opinion read more

Stunning views. There's also access to the beach from the restaurant. Went in October, weather was perfect. Food and cocktails were good, but not great. We even had a guy with an apron on (someone working in the kitchen) bring us out our food lol. Dessert was the best thing we ate. Great date spot or somewhere nice to sip wine with the girls.. read more

Geoffrey's Malibu - Seafood Near Me - Malibu, California

Came for my husband's birthday. From the check in staff to the waiter, the service was excellent! The food didn't blow my mind, but it was good. The drinks were delicious! The highlight of this place is really its views. I would recommend people visit especially for a date night or girls night. read more

Came to Geoffrey's for brunch during my first ever trip to Malibu and it's hands down one of the most memorable brunches I've ever had mainly due to the dreamiest view. The simple but memorable order for 2: Mimosas w/ Moet on Ice - 5/5 is it even a brunch w/o mimosas? $28 + $17 Scotch Benedict - 5/5 $28 which is kindy pricy esp for the small portions but I live in SF so standard for me Caesar Salad - 5/5 $16 Customer Service - 5/5 Do I daydream of returning to Malibu just to eat here and enjoy the view? Why yes, yes I absolutely do :) read more

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Celebrated my daughter's 27th birthday. Absolutely amazing! Parking is easy, valet, leads you straight in to the restaurant. We had waterfront seating, weather was perfect and the views were breathtaking. Service and food was impeccable. Manager Sasha made us feel right at home. A perfect place to celebrate occasion with good ambiance and delicious food. read more

Geoffrey's Malibu - Waterfront seating - Seafood Near Me - Malibu, California

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