MARINA DEL REY BLOG 

Welcome to the official Marina del Rey blog written by the Marina del Rey Tourism Board. My Marina tells different stories of what makes L.A.’s Marina a unique destination. Read about fun things do like sailing and paddle boarding to waterfront dining, yacht cruises, and more.  

Beachside: Holiday Dinner

Outdoor dining patio at Beachside restaurant with view of Marina "Mother's" Beach

For a festive Christmas dinner with a beachfront view, head to Beachside Restaurant and Bar for a special three-course holiday prix fixe menu. The restaurant is just steps from Marina “Mother’s” Beach and will also offer a special kids holiday menu. Click button to make reservations.

MDR Eats: August Dining News

Drinks or weekend brunch on patio table overlooking water at Cast & Plow Restaurant

In this MDR Eats feature, we focus on the latest dining news in Marina del Rey. Tempt your taste buds and scroll below for what’s new and coming up in August.     

Valentine’s Day Cruise

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Treat your loved one to a special evening on a three-hour harbor cruise with dancing, cocktails, chef-designed menus and stunning views of the Los Angeles coastline. Get a complimentary glass of champagne upon boarding. Departs from Fisherman’s Village.

Cozy Firepit Tables for Fall Nights in Marina del Rey

Firepit next to tables at outdoor patio of restaurant with orange sunset sky

UPDATED SEP. 29, 2022 As the evenings get cooler, it’s time to gather around cozy fire pit tables in Marina del Rey’s waterfront restaurants. There’s something so comforting about sitting around a fire, especially by the water. Luckily, you can warm up with your own fire pit at Marina del Rey restaurants. Here’s a list of […]

February Dining News in Marina del Rey

Drinks or weekend brunch on patio table overlooking water at Cast & Plow Restaurant

Here’s the latest dining news in Marina del Rey. With so many changes happening, we’re making sure you’ve got the latest restaurant news on your radar. Most restaurants in the Marina are open for takeout and delivery. Outdoor dining is now open per the Los Angeles County Public Health modified public health order. In the […]

Healthy Dishes for Your Next Marina del Rey Takeout Order

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We all know the New Year’s “Eat Better” resolutions are here…so we’re bringing you some healthy dishes for your next Marina del Rey takeout order. Did you partake a little too much during the indulgent holiday season? Maybe you ate more sweets than usual? Luckily, adjusting your eating habits is easy to do in L.A.’s […]

Marina del Rey Thanksgiving Guide 2020

Thanksgiving in Marina del Rey: Roasted turkey with pumpkins and sunflowers on wooden table

For those staying close to home this holiday season, we bring you our Marina del Rey Thanksgiving Guide. Fall is the perfect time to discover L.A.’s Marina. Here, we’re pretty thankful that fall weather in Marina del Rey is mild and pleasantly warm. As a result, plenty of outdoor fun can be had during a […]

Restaurants Offering Delivery and Take-Out in Marina del Rey

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UPDATED JANUARY 27, 2021 Below is a current list of restaurants offering delivery and take-out in Marina del Rey. Outdoor dining will reopen at Los Angeles restaurants starting Friday, January 29, 2021.  Please know we’re doing our best to share the most current information. Some businesses in the Marina might experience unexpected interruptions. Others might […]

Valentine’s Day Specials in Marina del Rey

couple sitting in front of fire pit looking at sunset on the marina

Marina del Rey is the perfect setting to celebrate Valentine’s Day. If you’re looking for a weekend getaway, romantic dinner overlooking the water or relaxing activity for that special someone, check out some of these incredible Valentine’s Day specials in Marina del Rey.