Melisse
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- Good for special occasions
- Innovative
- Great for fine wines
Why they're an Icon
Executive chef: Josiah Citrin
MICHELIN 2 Stars
2024
MICHELIN 2 Stars
2023
From the OpenTable editors: Renowned chef Josiah Citrin’s two-MICHELIN-Starred Melisse has been serving luxurious 18-course tasting menus since 1999. Citrin and chef Ken Takayama work with the best farmers and producers, so expect fancy ingredients like Santa Barbara uni, A5 Wagyu, and Royal Osetra caviar—all served in a 14-seat modern space that makes it feel like you’re eating in an upscale living room.
Additional information
- Dining styleFine Dining
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesCalifornian, Contemporary French / American, American
- Hours of operationDinner Wed 6:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 8:30 pm–11:00 pm
- Phone number(310) 948-2752
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Private party facilitiesMélisse offers full buyout options for parties. Citrin is available for other private and semi-private events. To inquire, please reach out to us via our online form.https://www.citrinandmelisse.com/large-party-inquiries
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN 2 Stars 2024
- MICHELIN 2 Stars 2023
- NeighborhoodSanta Monica
- Cross street11th Street and Wilshire Blvd.
- Parking detailsMelisse is located on the south-east corner of 11th and Wilshire in Santa Monica. Our valet parking is located on 11th street.
- EntertainmentMelisse's Wine Service Policy:$50.00 per bottle for first 2 bottles, $75.00 per bottle for each additional bottle. If a bottle is purchased from our wine list we will waive the wine service charge, 1 service charge for 1 bottle purchased.
- AdditionalBeer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Chef's Tasting Menu, December- $399
$399.00 per person
Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024$399 TASTING MENU (excluding applicable sales tax) Chef's Tasting Menu is a 2.5-hour experience showcasing refined culinary techniques, classic wines, and welcoming hospitality. The menu features seasonal ingredients spanning intricate hors d'oeuvres, seafood-forward dishes and world-renowned meats. We offer 1 seating on Wed at 6:30pm and 2 seatings at 5:30pm and 8:30pm on Thurs-Sat. *Limited changes & modifications to the menu can be accommodated. For example, we are able to accommodate pescatarian and no shellfish requests. We cannot accommodate vegetarian and vegan menus. Please reach out if you have any questions prior to booking.*Chef's Tasting Menu, November- $399
$399.00 per person
Nov 1, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024$399 TASTING MENU (excluding applicable sales tax) Chef's Tasting Menu is a 2.5-hour experience showcasing refined culinary techniques, classic wines, and welcoming hospitality. The menu features seasonal ingredients spanning intricate hors d'oeuvres, seafood-forward dishes and world-renowned meats. We offer 1 seating on Wed at 6:30pm and 2 seatings at 5:30pm and 8:30pm on Thurs-Sat. *Limited changes & modifications to the menu can be accommodated. For example, we are able to accommodate pescatarian and no shellfish requests. We cannot accommodate vegetarian and vegan menus. Please reach out if you have any questions prior to booking.*New Year's Eve - Chef's Tasting Menu
$812.29 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only$599 TASTING MENU (excluding applicable sales tax) Join us and celebrate New Year's Eve. Chef's Tasting Menu is a 2.5-hour experience showcasing refined culinary techniques, classic wines, and welcoming hospitality. The menu features seasonal ingredients spanning intricate hors d'oeuvres, seafood-forward dishes and world-renowned meats. *Limited changes & modifications to the menu can be accommodated. For example, we are able to accommodate pescatarian and no shellfish requests. We cannot accommodate vegetarian and vegan menus. Please reach out if you have any questions prior to booking.*
What 1,997 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4.8Food
- 4.9Service
- 4.8Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
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Best Service
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Good for special occasions
Los Angeles
Californian
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Innovative
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Great for fine wines
Westside
Good for special occasions
Westside
Californian
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leonard
Los Angeles
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5.031 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Vicky
Los Angeles
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on November 15, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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ValerieM
Montreal
3 reviews
5.03 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Erin
Los Angeles
vip4 reviews
5.04 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Ron
Phoenix
vip14 reviews
5.014 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Oded
Los Angeles
vip71 reviews
5.071 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
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Chase
Las Vegas
58 reviews
5.058 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Mark
New York City
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5.044 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Mary
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
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William
Central Coast
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on October 11, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
You can order delivery directly from Melisse using the Order Online button.
Melisse is rated 4.9 stars by 1997 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Additional information
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN 2 Stars 2024
- MICHELIN 2 Stars 2023
- Cross street11th Street and Wilshire Blvd.
- NeighborhoodSanta Monica
- Hours of operationDinner Wed 6:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 8:30 pm–11:00 pm
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesCalifornian, Contemporary French / American, American
- Dining styleFine Dining
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Parking detailsMelisse is located on the south-east corner of 11th and Wilshire in Santa Monica. Our valet parking is located on 11th street.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- EntertainmentMelisse's Wine Service Policy:$50.00 per bottle for first 2 bottles, $75.00 per bottle for each additional bottle. If a bottle is purchased from our wine list we will waive the wine service charge, 1 service charge for 1 bottle purchased.
- AdditionalBeer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(310) 948-2752
- Private party facilitiesMélisse offers full buyout options for parties. Citrin is available for other private and semi-private events. To inquire, please reach out to us via our online form.https://www.citrinandmelisse.com/large-party-inquiries