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mar'sel at Terranea Resort

4.8 (2097)
$50 and over
Californian
100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

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mar'sel at Terranea Resort

4.8
$50 and over
Californian
Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Romantic
Set overlooking the Pacific Ocean with stunning views, Forbes Four-Star award winner, Mar'sel offers the ideal location for an elegant dinner. Located just south of Los Angeles on the verdant Palos Verdes Peninsula, Mar'sel (a play on the Spanish word for sea, mar and the French word for salt, sel) offers a decidedly inventive twist on international cuisine. Chef Fabio Ugoletti's seasonally rotating fine dining menu that features locally sourced ingredients (including citrus and herbs from the resort's grounds), as well as playful takes on culinary favorites, mar'sel combines approachable luxury with a breathtaking setting perfect for every palate. Our restaurant offers bar seating, indoor and outdoor seating. The patios are partially covered and weather permitted.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Market Cuisine, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fabio Ugoletti
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy your next event at Mar'sel with our fine dining offerings and service. Our private dining room and private terrace offers an elegant ambiance and Pacific views. Customizable for parties of 11 to 40. Our event planners will help you make your event a reality.
  • Private party contact
    Restaurant Coordinator: (310) 265-2896
  • Area
    Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates
  • Cross Street
    Palos Verdes Drive South
  • Parking Details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at mar'sel at Terranea Resort.

4.8

4.8
(2097)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Beach Cities

    Best Ambience

  • Beach Cities

    Great for fine wines

  • Beach Cities

    Romantic

  • Beach Cities

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mar'sel at Terranea Resort offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "outstanding staff" and "phenomenal" food. Guests rave about the "amazing service," breathtaking ocean views, and "exquisite dining atmosphere." Although some mention "small portions," the "impeccable service" and "beautiful presentation" make it ideal for special occasions and memorable moments.
2,097 Reviews
  1. Patrick

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. Outstanding service, food quality, and ambience. Worth the price tag for a nice occasion. Would go back anytime!

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  2. Karina

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding dining experience. The food was beautifully presented, had depth of flavor, genuinely delicious and memorable. It met and exceeded our expectations of a fine dining restaurant. A very important element to the evening was the professionalism, warm and attentiveness of service. Felix was exceptional and had a team around him that was serving the dining room like it was an orchestrated play. This has been our favorite dining experience in a long time and like many, we have high expectations. We will make this a frequent special occasion dining spot.

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  3. Peter Gold

    Los Angeles25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As close to a perfect dinner as I have had in a while. The food was amazing, and the service was perfect. The view was stunning

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  4. Wilson

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and view was amazing, the service was exceptional.

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  5. Rebecca Gold

    Los Angeles17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience. All staff was outstanding, which is hard to find in this area since Covid. Well done!!

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  6. Connie Gold

    Los Angeles59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mar-sel continues to offer the finest dining in the South Bay. Each dish is impeccable in presentation and interesting array of flavors. The service is outstanding and the view cannot be duplicated - I felt like I was in Europe. Although the prices are quite steep, you will not feel cheated because of the experience. We have been here repeatedly and will continue to return.

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  7. Lisa Gold

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and so was the service. 10/10. Thank you Jesus!

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  8. Natalie Gold

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My sister and I dined here for my birthday and it was an amazing experience from the maître d to our server Felix and everyone we interacted with who made our bday special. Our drinks (amor morado), dinner (sea bass) and dessert were phenomenal. They even brought out gluten free bread options for me. 10/10.

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  9. Kevin

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Eddie provided great recommendations and excellent service. He made the experience next-level

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  10. Lucy

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful top of the line! The service was outstanding and server was very attentive. It was a exquisite dining experience

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Market Cuisine, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fabio Ugoletti
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy your next event at Mar'sel with our fine dining offerings and service. Our private dining room and private terrace offers an elegant ambiance and Pacific views. Customizable for parties of 11 to 40. Our event planners will help you make your event a reality.
  • Private party contact
    Restaurant Coordinator: (310) 265-2896
  • Area
    Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates
  • Cross Street
    Palos Verdes Drive South
  • Parking Details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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FAQs

Mar'sel fills up on busy nights, guests report particularly full service during event-filled evenings and busy Saturday nights, while Sunday afternoons have been notably slower and more relaxed.

Yes, mar'sel offers indoor and outdoor seating, with partially covered patios (weather permitting) and heaters that guests say keep the terrace comfortable while you enjoy the ocean view.

Mar'sel is at its most magical at dinner around sunset, guests recommend sitting outside on the patio or veranda to enjoy the ocean views; dinner runs daily from 5:00–9:00 pm.

Yes, mar'sel welcomes families: several guests mention a kids' menu and children enjoying dishes like a kids' sea bass/pasta and a children's filet, and staff are described as accommodating.

The Chocolate Dulcey Pot de Crème is a standout, it's listed on the current dessert menu and multiple guests single it out as a favorite ending to their meal.

Mar'sel serves elegant, oceanfront dining with a quiet‑luxury feel, guests praise the stunning Pacific views, outdoor terrace and cozy indoor rooms, making it a popular spot for special occasions.

Yes, the menu includes clearly labelled plant-based dishes (for example, the Eggplant Steak and Buckwheat Pasta), and guests report the team accommodates gluten‑free/celiac needs.

Yes, mar'sel is a popular choice for special evenings, with many guests celebrating anniversaries and other occasions while enjoying the ocean views and attentive service.

Yes, mar'sel at Terranea Resort accepts private parties as part of its offering.

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mar'sel at Terranea Resort

4.8
$50 and over
Californian
Rancho Palos Verdes / Rolling Hills Estates

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
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