These 12 Restaurants In Southern California Have Jaw-Dropping Views

If you’re looking for an extraordinary dining experience that will knock your socks off then you must experience these restaurants in Southern California with unbelievable ocean, mountain and downtown views. From a dining experience that features a restaurant high up in the sky where you can dine at 8,000 feet to a secret hideaway in the hills that has a soaring view all the way to Catalina Island, this list has a little something for everyone that will make your dining experience a meal to remember.

1. Mister A's in San Diego

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Consistently voted the most romantic restaurant in San Diego, Mister A's has a dazzling panoramic view of the San Diego skyline.

2. Nelson's at Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes

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Experience oceanfront dining while soaking up the stellar view of Catalina Island and Point Vicente Lighthouse.

3. Salt Restaurant and Bar in Marina Del Rey

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Dine in style in the heart of the marina.

4. Top of the Notch at Mt. Baldy

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You can dine 7800 feet above sea level in the San Gabriel mountains with this jaw-dropping backdrop to keep you company while you grab a bite to eat.

5. Orange Hill in the city of Orange

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Perched high up in the hills with an expansive view from Orange County all the way to Catalina, it's accurately nicknamed "hilltop hideaway."

6. Island Prime/C-Level in San Diego

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Located on Harbor Island this magical spot has unforgettable views of the ocean, the city, and Coronado.

7. Peaks in Palm Springs

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Dine at 8,000 feet at the top of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway with a stunning view of the Coachella Valley.

8. Castaway in Burbank

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This hidden gem high up in the hills of the San Fernando Valley will take your breath away.

9. Nobu in Malibu

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The beachfront property at Nobu doesn't have a bad seat in the house as every table can experience the ocean view with open-air seating at the lounge and floor-to-ceiling windows inside the restaurant. This is definitely the good life!

10. The Inn on Mt. Ada in Avalon

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The former summer home of William Wrigley Jr., named after his wife Ada, provides a perfect view of Avalon Bay in Catalina Island in what is now a cozy Inn and restaurant.

11. Takami Suhin in Los Angeles

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Located on the 21st floor, Takami Sushi provides an epic view of downtown Los Angeles which is especially magnificent at night.

12. 180blu at the Ritz Carlton in Dana Point

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This trendy dining lounge sits 180 feet above Salt Creek Beach with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

How’s that for a delicious feast for the eyes? I hope you have found a few new restaurants to add to your bucket list. If there is a restaurant that you think should be added to our next “Best Views” list please let us know in the comments as we’d love to check it out.