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Terrible eats
Terrible terrible food! Drinks only with ocean view. Tasteless lobster roll, old hard fries, Watered down…undrinkable Arnold Palmer drink. (25 years ago had good food)
Be the first to ReplyPacific ocean Seafood
Glandstones restaurant on the Pacific Highway is a destination and a restaurant serving wonderful seafood “with a view”
Be the first to ReplySadstones. Not what it was 20 years ago
Went back after 20 years but did not like it at all. Sorry. .... Place.is filthy rusted and not clean. Wife kept spiting put shell shards and fragments from linguini and clams. Sauce kooked grey, over salted dish dangerous and inedible. My fish stew awful my ahi was cold. Table was gross place was dirty and nasty. Service horrible better service at chick filet. Homeless and beggars in the parking ares. Graffitied and nasty.Fixtures and furnishing need to be replaced. So sad. I can't imagine why anyone enjoys this at 50 $ pp. 11$ parking no valet. Go to maestros or moon or dukes. This one u need to avoid. Not worth it for us. So sad a need to improve. Worst food we had in years.
Be the first to ReplyDisappointed
Back in 1999, this place had ambience and there was always a wait to get seated. We sat inside, little to no decor, tight booth seating, calamari was quite tough and the lobster was impossible to crack into. Everything else was good but this is not the Gladstones I remember. Unfortunately next time we’ll try Moonshadows or Dukes. I miss my ‘old” Gladstones!
Be the first to ReplyThe worst fish and chips I've ever had
Gladstones looks great on it's website, so when we were in Malibu recently thought we'd try it out. Sincerely wish I hadn't, thinking about it, it was a Friday night and it was empty, a few people scattered about- obviously not a popular place. We started with the chowder and my wife had the crabcakes, neither were very good - the chowder was very thick and lumpy, my wife ate the crabcakes and said they were ok ( the appetizers should of waved a red flag, and not order mains). I ordered the fish and chips and my wife ordered the shrimp tacos. When the food arrived the waiters put the food down and made a swift exit, not asking if we wanted any condiments or anything, didn't come back to ask if everything was ok, only saw them again when I asked for the bill. My fish seriously looked like a battered sausage (3 of them), and tasted awful. My wife's shrimp tacos looked ok but again she didn't like them and pushed her plate away, after a few attempts to eat it. The drinks were ok and there are views (on a positive) and the place itself is looking very run down, the window frame next to us, had a loose pane of glass, the glass had sunk into the lower part of the frame leaving a gap at the top between glass and frame. Could help but notice as I was gazing out to beach/ocean. My advice would be go somewhere else (Dukes is a very good restaurant-only a few miles further up the coastline) and give this place a miss
Be the first to ReplyCocktails and Ocean Views - is there anything better?
We drove by here on our way to an event and made a note to visit another day and are we glad we did. It was only for cocktails on the deck but it was enjoyable and delicious. We came via Topanga Canyon Road and what an experience that was!! Breathtaking beauty.
Be the first to ReplyA must go- to restaurant!
Outstanding food, great oceanfront setting and excellent service! Our trips to L.A. are never without lunch at Gladstones!
Be the first to ReplyJust the best sunset in the WORLD
Loved this place and shame to hear that it’s being developed in 2023 so get yourselves there soon, I first visited in 1992 and 30 years later it looked just the same. Friendly staff, well priced and the sunset WOW!
Be the first to ReplyGreat views, food & service.
We had a really nice dinner. Enjoyed the scenery. We had great service and the fox was really good. I would recommend sitting outside if the weather is nice well worth it.
Be the first to ReplyOld, tired and rundown. Food was good. View amazing at sunset.
Don’t go to this outdated landmark. I used to love going there. Two times ago I noticed it was going down hill. This last Friday I was convinced. It’s WAY past it’s prime. Yes, this amazing view restaurant is on the water. So are others. The problem is the place is run down, sparsely attended and is nothing more than a tourist trap. Service was ok. Seating was unfriendly for an empty restaurant. Surprisingly, the food was good. BUT IT IS WAY RUN DOWN. Overpaint on the very old glass panels. Bathroom doors that stick from too much paint. This place needs to go out of business and cone back after a serious overhaul.
Be the first to ReplyGreat Location Right on the Beach
We went as soon as it opened up, at 11:00AM. The food is excellent, especially the sourdough bread service & the shrimp cocktail. The drinks were good, too. Some of the entrees are pricey but there are some items on the menu that don't break the bank.
Be the first to ReplyAverage expected more
Went there with family. Scenery is nice location great. Parking next to the restaurant bit expensive. Food average but prives high. Would not recommend.
Be the first to ReplyGreat View, Food Quality Subpar for the Price
Have been going to Gladstones since it was in Santa Monica Canyon, off and on many years. Not sure if due to the problems all restaurants are having with their work force and the supply chain for food products, but this experience was not as expected, especially with the price increases and meu changes a few years ago, Wanted to try the Clam Chowder, always a favorite, but the weather was very warm and we were eating outside. Calamari served with a marinara sauce; the traditional seafood sauce can be requested. Lobster Mac & Cheese very good, as was the Mile High Chocolate Cake. There for Sunday lunch and a line formed quickly around 12:00--the restaurant continues to be a popular dining spot for locals and tourists. Service was good, but there were delays since not an adequate staff for a full dining area.
Be the first to ReplyWe wanted to love this place again
Bottom line —-The food was okay and service subpar. First, the good: the clam chowder was delicious as was the sourdough bread. (Although, the butter they serve the bread with is very salty.) Now, for the rest: I expect to pay to park in LA but when you are parking at a restaurant and spending hundreds of dollars, why? The chips served with the ceviche were stale and the quality of the seafood in the tower was mediocre. Our server, Isaac, was always disappearing. Any time we needed him, he was no where to be found. Providing a fun or enjoyable experience with great service is not his goal. Honestly, he couldn’t be bothered with truly serving- he left 80% of the job up to the bussers. So, they should be getting the majority of the tip. Unfortunately I know this isn’t a reality. The outdoor seating area is a mess. Broken umbrellas, poles that haven’t been wiped down, rust creeping through the paint on the glass wind breaker. Where is the manager? Doesn’t seem like anyone cares but the guy who wrapped our chocolate cake in foil and made a dolphin out of it. At the end of our meal, a sewage smell came wafting across our table. No more needs to be said about that. Before today, we had not been to Gladstones in 29 years. It will probably take that long for us to forget and go back.
Be the first to Replygreat location but horrible service and expensive, mediocre food
My two kids and I made our yearly trek to Gladstones Malibu on 7-27-22. The mandatory valet to park yourself cost us $11 (no validation), and lunch was $145.00 (plus tip for poor service). The food was mediocre and very expensive ($50 for fried appetizer to start). Although the atmosphere and views were breathtaking, the food and service was poor. We will rethink our yearly trip and meal at Gladstone's.
Be the first to ReplyCasual but very good seafood
Very casual restaurant on the beach. The clams & linguine and the lobster Mac and cheese were amazing!!! Parking lot next door. Cool in the evening but they have heat lamps
Be the first to ReplyBeware
The view is magnificent. The prices high but expected. The food is okay. However, my daughter had a wedge salad, and she definitely suffered food poison. Have a drink, enjoy the view, eat elsewhere is my advice.
Be the first to ReplyGreat food done well
They are extremely competent in their presentation of seafood. They stay away from the fryer and that is commendable. They rival the Cape Cod MA seafood establishments, despite their apparent chain focus.
Be the first to ReplySignature Dish Soggy??
Day at the beach with family, fun and food. Strong marks for location, view and immediate seating on the patio with three dogs. Great way to start! Quick friendly service. Our server, Heidi got our drinks to us quickly. They were all super tasty. Our orders consisted of starters of sour dough bread and chips and salsa & guac. Meals of a burger; big, cooked to perfection and nice amount of fries. Shrimp/crab louie was generous, big fresh shrimps and crab. Real crab. Shrimp tacos were a little under spiced but good nonetheless. Finally was the Fish and Chips. The fish was cooked with breading but it was so soggy that you could not even pick it up or eat it with a fork. It was greasy and limp. One could not eat it. Our server Hiedi, never asked about why the fish was not eaten? Even when asking if we needed a box. Finally we brought it to her attention. She agreed this is not what it should be!! Said that is not what it usually is. That being said we were not asked if we could take that off your check. When receiving the bill, it was not mentioned either nor was it taken off. Not even a mention!! When one can see the food was uneatable you would of thought it would of been compensated for but no. It was a lovely day for Gladstones. Perfect weather...but a HUGE disappointment for a restaurant known for their sea food to not be able to serve a semi decent Fish and Chips!!
Be the first to ReplyA Vacation Treat
Because it was late October we reserved an early time so we could enjoy the view in daylight. A benefit of that was that we scored a window side table. It made for a memorable vacation experience.
The food here was outstanding. I had the lobster mac and cheese, my wife had salmon. I LOVED the mac and cheese, which had delicious cheese and flavorful, fresh tasting lobster in sizable chunks. My wife was happy with her salmon and baked potato. The bartender made a perfect old fashioned cocktail. Comfortable room, courteous professional service. You do have to pay for parking, though.
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Valet park your car & sit on the ocean side to enjoy the sunset, the water and the sky! We arrived 20 minutes before closing and they allowed us to come in & dine. The service was excellent. I highly recommend it!
Be the first to ReplyGreat Food
Gladstones is located at the beach in a very crowded area near Malibu. It gets packed there and the noise is not fun. For that I have to take a star. Their service is very good, but not great.
The food, however, is wonderful. We love their mac and lobster with cheese as well as their lobster rolls. They have great salad and their ceviche &sunset tower is tasty. We also love their pina coladas. The salmon and ahi tuna are great.
I don't suggest eating outside, it is lovely, but can get windy and make a mess of your food. So, check the weather before you have a seat. The view is beautiful, however.
Parking is a mess, it is right there but always crowded and if you love your car park it as far as you can and walk, I hate dings.
You will have nice time here and I will be back.
Beachfront Resto
Nice location with stunning views of the ocean and beach activities. Choice of indoors or patio. Their food is good. However, the sea bass (Branzino) which was described to be grilled (ideally ) was served fried. Thus, the 4 star.
Be the first to ReplyGreat food, outstanding service!
Excellent place to close our visit to LA. Great food, amazing view, but the service was the best.
Thanks Mr. Harris & team for such a great experience.
We will definitely come back!
Great food and view
We hesitated to go because they do not take reservations, but we were quickly seated for lunch on a weekday. The food and view were great.
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