Where to eat in Malibu: Malibu Pier Restaurant & Bar

by Dorothy Reinhold on February 11, 2015


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Lucky me, my husband and kids took me out to a birthday brunch at the new-ish Malibu Pier Restaurant & Bar, at the land end of the Malibu Pier.

Shockingly Delicious family on ShockinglyDelicious.comYes, turning 39 {!!! 🙂 } was never so fun as it was that day…

Malibu Pier Restaurant on ShockinglyDelicious.com…sitting outside in balmy weather, noshing on brunchables, listening to the waves break and the sea gulls squawk.

Here’s what we ate:

Calamari Fries and Clam Chowder from Malibu Pier Restaurant on ShockinglyDelicious.comCalamari Fries ($15) and Clam Chowder ($12)

Smoked Salmon Benedict at Malibu Pier Restaurant on ShockinglyDelicious.comSmoked Salmon Benedict ($18)
California farm eggs, hollandaise

Pacific Moonfish BLT from Malibu Pier Restaurant on ShockinglyDelicious.comPacific Moonfish BLT ($18) 
Opah fish, bacon, tomato, romaine, Old Bay aioli

I recommend it, and will be back to sample more of chef Jason Fullilove’s inventive creations.

While you’re on the pier…

Malibu Pier on ShockinglyDelicious.com…stroll…

View from the Malibu Pier on ShockinglyDelicious.com…and take in the sights after your meal.

Tourists doing stand up paddle board near the Malibu Pier on ShockinglyDelicious.com…German tourists stand up paddle boarding…

Locals buying ice cream on the Malibu Pier on ShockinglyDelicious.com…locals buying ice cream treats…

Shopping for surfboards on Malibu Pier on ShockinglyDelicious.com…shopping for surfboards at Malibu Surfboards…

Tchotchke shopping on the Malibu Pier on ShockinglyDelicious.com…shopping for chotchkes at Malibu Beach Supply Co. …

Octopus magnet from Malibu Pier on ShockinglyDelicious.com…coming home with an octupus magnet which has taken up residence on my fridge.

Priceless day!

Malibu Pier Restaurant & Bar
23000 Pacific Coast Highway
(310) 456-8820
MalibuPierRestaurant.com

 

{ 39 comments… read them below or add one }

Catherine February 15, 2015 at 9:21 pm

What a wonderful outing. With this cold chill here in NY, I would love nothing more than to hop on the first plane to Malibu! It looks like such a beautiful, fun place. xo, Catherine

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Dorothy Reinhold February 17, 2015 at 3:36 pm

Catherine,
I would send you some of our warm weather if I could. If only I could. 🙂

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Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector) February 13, 2015 at 1:27 pm

I want to go to Malibu one day! How gorgeous! And that food looks great!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 2:03 pm

Jaren,
I hope you make it some day. It is seriously gorgeous!

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Don Odiorne February 13, 2015 at 12:53 pm

Great shots, but really love the illustrated map.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 2:03 pm

Don,
Me too! I adore those kinds of things.

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Joanie @ ZagLeft February 13, 2015 at 5:47 am

How beautiful! My son lives in Los Angeles so when I come to visit him this summer, we’ll have to give this place a try. Such a great way to spend your birthday!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 7:58 am

Joanie,
Oh yes, you should! You won’t be disappointed.

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Meg @ The Housewife in Training Files February 13, 2015 at 4:24 am

That BLT! That calamari! I want it all. Now the real issue is when I can get to Malibu ASAP?!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 7:59 am

Meg,
Exactly right. This is a paradise.

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Ashlyn @ Belle of the Kitchen February 13, 2015 at 12:07 am

That food looks delicious and what a fun place to celebrate your birthday!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 8:00 am

Thanks Ashlyn! Every birthday is a gift.

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DMcD February 13, 2015 at 12:07 am

Whether 21st or 39th or ??? WHO CARES!!! Just glad you had a brilliant time with your family! Thanks for sharing…you’re so special.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 8:00 am

DMcD,
Thank you, how sweet of you to say that!

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Jen @ Yummy Healthy Easy February 12, 2015 at 9:39 pm

I love Malibu Pier!!! Many memories here! It looks like you had a fabulous time, so jealous!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 8:01 am

Jen,
One of the things I particularly like about the Malibu Pier is it is very laid back. Not a lot of commercial things going on.

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Michelle@Healthiersteps February 12, 2015 at 8:41 pm

Wow what lovely photos and its so beautiful there in Malibu!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 8:01 am

Michelle,
Truly, it is gorgeous.

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Kirsten February 12, 2015 at 2:48 pm

Dorothy,
What a terrific way to celebrate your birthday! I’m smitten by your octopus–I can see why he’s a part of your kitchen now!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 8:04 am

Kirsten,
He spoke to me. He jumped in my hand. 🙂

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suebaby February 12, 2015 at 12:04 pm

Well, happy “21st” birthday… a grownup at last!!! Looks like a lovely day with your family… so happy to hear/see you enjoyed it. 🙂

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Dorothy Reinhold February 12, 2015 at 1:30 pm

Ha ha Suebaby,
You have that just about right (21st!).

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Marci Crestani February 12, 2015 at 9:46 am

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DOROTHY!!!!! And what gorgeous weather too! Good food, family, sun, view……what a birthday !

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 8:05 am

Marci,
You oughta get out to the pier if you haven’t yet. Two very fine restaurants there…can’t go wrong.

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Jameson Fink February 12, 2015 at 8:36 am

That pier sign is really cool. I would definitely have ordered the Moonfish BLT and I am so into the aioli with Old Bay.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 13, 2015 at 8:05 am

Jameson,
I agree with you…that sign is iconic! My husband said his Moonfish BLT was epic.

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Laura @MotherWouldKnow February 12, 2015 at 7:48 am

Why oh why did I look at this post – when it’s about 32 degrees here with snowflakes falling? Anyway, if I ever get to Malibu, I’ll have to remember this place – and call you up for more recommendations:)

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Dorothy Reinhold February 12, 2015 at 7:51 am

Laura,
If you ever come to my area, please contact me and we’ll do the town!

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Ashley | The Recipe Rebel February 12, 2015 at 5:58 am

Looks like a gorgeous place to dine!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 12, 2015 at 7:46 am

Ashley,
It is just breathtaking to sit out on the pier on a nice day.

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Michelle @ The Complete Savorist February 11, 2015 at 10:50 pm

Happy Birthday! I’m headed home to SoCal in May, I might have to take the drive from Orange County and give this place a try.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 12, 2015 at 7:47 am

Michelle,
You must!

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GiGi Eats February 11, 2015 at 10:26 pm

I do like Malibu a lot but I hate the traffic! There are so many restaurants over there I really want to eat at!!!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 12, 2015 at 7:48 am

GiGi,
You’re right. Traffic on PCH can be a pain.

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Sue @ It's Okay to Eat the Cupcake February 11, 2015 at 10:11 pm

What a lovely day! The food looks divine and I love the magnet!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 12, 2015 at 7:48 am

Sue,
That octopus just HAD to come home with me.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 12, 2015 at 7:47 am

Betsy/Desserts,
In a heartbeat!

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