Chef Mark Gold brings elevated comfort food to L.A.’s waterfront in Marina Del Rey.

Surprisingly there are very few good ocean view restaurants in L.A. SALT, at the water’s edge within the freshly renovated Marina Del Rey Hotel, promises to change that. Set on a peninsula within L.A.’s largest pleasure craft marina, SALT is all day—great for jet lagged travellers (LAX airport is close) or for those looking to chill out on one of two outdoor patios or those who like to stargaze while sipping craft cocktails.

Chef Mark Gold (lastly of Eva) promises a menu of crowd favorites made with elevated ingredients. Lobster roll (pictured), Crab Louie and steak frites are among the choices. There’s bleached hardwood throughout the light and airy restaurant plus communal tables and firepits outside. Happy Hour (daily from 4 to 6:30 p.m.) is especially scenic with the sunset in view.

Ideal For

Picturesque breakfast, lunch outside, happy hour, client meetings, date nights

Favourite Table

Patio table with fire pit

Favorite Room

Outdoor deck

Signature Dishes

Buenos Dias Chilaquiles (breakfast), Crab Louie, Braised pork meatballs, Little Gem Caesar

Signature Drinks

Sweet n' Sour, Salt, Dry