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Moonshadows

New American Restaurant and Wine Bar$$$$

Eastern Malibu, Malibu

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Moonshadows

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"Get the Tuna Tartare appetizer and a mojito and enjoy the view!"(7 Tips)
"Tiki bar, the day beds, the view and the cosmo's simply fantastic!"(53 Tips)
"... sashimi, oysters, miso black cod (amazing) and bouillabaisse all well worth..."(4 Tips)
"The octopus carpaccio was amazing, never mind the lamb chops."(10 Tips)

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Dmitry LyubimovAugust 25, 2015
Lobster and crab pasta are delicious! Also pork chops. And bottle of Merlot! What an amazing combination, enjoying a view! Plus a good service and very low prices! Enjoyed all the ways! 5+
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Scott FarrSeptember 28, 2014
Great food and drinks. The view is amazing. The Sea Bass was cooked perfectly. This will be a great place for a date night with my wife next time we're in town.
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__TR3VApril 5, 2013
had crab cakes, salmon, and apple pie. All were just average. Go for the ambiance. The outdoor deck overlooks the Pacific Ocean. Reserve a cabana or just chill on their beds. Very sexy!
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Caro SchieferApril 17, 2017
Went there for Easter. Simply it is a great place. Very good and high quality food. Wine is relatively cheap. Try the rose. And of course the view is amazing.
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SeyhanSeptember 26, 2015
The view is really nice, their service is good and the food is really delicious. Octopus salad is highly recommended👌🏻
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Clean Bay Restaurant ProgramOctober 29, 2013
Moonshadows is part of the Clean Bay Restaurant Certification Program! They are doing their part to help reduce stormwater pollution in the Santa Monica Bay! To learn more, visit Read more
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Marina JamiesonMarch 9, 2015
Exquisite view, wonderful for a special occasion with family, partner or friends... Got to sit right in front of the ocean
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Dominique Rocoffort de VinniereAugust 29, 2016
superbe ambiance, lovely staff, excellent food and wine .we love it . it is a little bit if the Riviera... Black COD !!! I come back for it, delicious.
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Busem E.Y.September 20, 2015
an awesome combination of fantastic view and nice foods..if u r in LA u should come here once at least..must do reservation before going..
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Beth CorrellJune 1, 2013
Took my octogenarian mom and aunt to a long lunch there this week. The service, food and my bloody mary were wonderful. The view- incomparable. Perfect for us kids of all ages.
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Erika Siqueira de Castro NevesNovember 15, 2015
I love this place so much! Amazing view! Perfect to have drinks watching the sea!
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Amir BaharlouApril 18, 2021
The octopus carpaccio was amazing, never mind the lamb chops. Never mind the epic views.
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Nabil BazzariSeptember 27, 2014
Amazing views as right on the beach. Pear and Lime martinis are excellent. For starters get the calamari, octopus, scallops
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Mar December 22, 2013
It's a grt place to make new friends👫👬👭 , the view of the ocean🌊 in front of you and the mountain behind 🌁you is a breathtaking🙆😍 . Very relaxing place😌💁 .
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Jeffrey GilesFebruary 8, 2015
Charming, romantic and extraordinary customer service! The Blue Lounge is charming and cozy. Call ahead to reserve the private cabanas!
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Armine ShamiryanFebruary 15, 2019
Love the views! Amazing tuna tartare and calamari.
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Jenny TaylorOctober 30, 2012
I've dined in booths or on daybeds in the patio lounge area several times and I've always amazing service. The night-time ambiance in the lounge is very sexy!
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Sana M.October 22, 2016
The food at Moonshadows is fine but the view is what I go for. The lobster and crab linguine is delicious!
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Nabil BazzariApril 20, 2015
Great lounge to hang out on the water. Must get table outside on water.
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DJ AM MoJanuary 6, 2012
Where brit brit and mel gibson get into trouble, this is also a really cute and fun spot when you don't feel like going out to Hollywood on Friday or Saturday nights.
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Sandro GrafSeptember 15, 2010
We had lunch at the Moonshadow. The food was wonderful (go for the tuna tatar) and the staff, contrary to other comments, was very friendly and professional. We watched dolphins while eating!
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PeteSeptember 9, 2013
The deck is nice (and usually packed). Grab a seat on the rail behind the bar (outside)for a more intimate sea view.
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Cheryl WoolseyFebruary 12, 2016
The Burrata and Heirloom tomatoes are awesome, as is the Pumpkin tortellini with sage/butter sauce.
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Adrian GarciaAugust 15, 2010
Order the filet mignon its so tender and juicy. its drizzled with a slightly sweet red wine reduction sauce plated on top of Yukon gold mashed potatoes.
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MaryAnn BrownOctober 6, 2013
This is my favorite lunch venue. Malibu is beautiful . Sitting by the window watching the surf is exquisite .
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Chris RiveraApril 24, 2014
Very fun atmosphere: classy, clean, and beautiful views wherever you sit! Will definitely come here again!
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Elisabeth LongshoreJune 29, 2017
Beautiful view of the ocean! Amazing food! The bouillabaisse was TO DIE FOR.
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Alena LaPerlaMay 15, 2015
Absolutely fantastic place! Tasty food, big portions:) quick service, the view!
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Marie La RueAugust 7, 2021
Each outside on the deck and enjoy the ocean view.
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MetroWizeMarch 1, 2012
The view alone will get you hooked and the food is pretty good as well. And, as always, there is plenty of premium alcohol to choose from. Read more
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TugbaJuly 17, 2018
Both the exterior and interior need renovation asap! Cant beat Nobu in this case! Had cod and was ok!
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sol parkerJanuary 4, 2013
Sit outside if you can, tuna sashimi, oysters, miso black cod (amazing) and bouillabaisse all well worth trying....
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Bianca GonzalezAugust 9, 2014
beach chic ambiance, great dj's and outdoor lounging on deck, best calamari in town
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Justin EhlyMarch 14, 2010
when it's warm out, Moonshadows has a DJ on the outside deck on Saturdays and Sundays...take a date, go with friends, everyone shares the beds and the crowd is usually super friendly...if not, buy you
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Dre ChOctober 13, 2014
Great places for cocktails and fresh seafood. Amazing calamari! Great sea views!
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JustinMay 11, 2014
The Chilean Sea-Bass isn't always on the the menu, however if you ask your server they may just be able to make something happen! #sweetpotatosauce
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Michael DuquetteJanuary 28, 2014
I've been here 4 times and each time, the view is wonderful, the service is great, but the food is absolutely horrendous. I come back hoping for a change, but sadly it hasn't.
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CityTop20.comDecember 5, 2010
This is my favorite bar in LA. Check out www.CityTop20.com for other LA or NYC bar suggestions. Everything is good here, including the views!
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Nabil BazzariSeptember 27, 2014
Get a table outdoors (for better direct sea view) on balcony or blue lounge
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Maurice SallaveNovember 1, 2013
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Debbie SavianoFebruary 5, 2014
The View IS So Worth it! Pacific Ocean YES! Service IS Incredible! Food - Amazing!
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Marco ZetaMay 29, 2013
Beautiful view good wine there always some dolphins ... Definetly my best place in LA
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Linda AntwiAugust 7, 2014
The view and the tuna tartar! Just yum!!!
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Offbeat L.A.January 29, 2016
Opened 1972. Pricey ocean front restaurant. Its exterior remains the same, but its interior was remodeled in 2012.
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Mike ScottMarch 30, 2015
Reasonably priced for Malibu and stunning ocean views. Corner table is lovely.
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eric bornemannMarch 15, 2015
Reserve FAR ahead for weekend brunch, worth it for the view
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Rui Fausto MouraSeptember 15, 2015
Excelente view and seafood's
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Nikki FosterJanuary 2, 2020
Great pasta, views, and service!
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Iain NashSeptember 6, 2015
Amazing views and go for the soufflé cake for dessert
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Tosha RaeMarch 21, 2015
Ocean view, happy hour, seafood, desserts, cocktails
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