Guidebook for Malibu
Food Scene
Nice vibey spot in the best shopping district in Malibu. Lots of locals - don't be surprised if you see a few A-listers. Its their local spot too, and happens to be owned by Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber. Doesn't have the best reviews on yelp which is surprising to me because the food is reasonably priced and really good. Drinks are great too. good spot for a Mojito or Margarita. If you get the sangria, go with a pitcher.
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Cafe Habana
3939 Cross Creek RdNice vibey spot in the best shopping district in Malibu. Lots of locals - don't be surprised if you see a few A-listers. Its their local spot too, and happens to be owned by Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber. Doesn't have the best reviews on yelp which is surprising to me because the food is reasonably priced and really good. Drinks are great too. good spot for a Mojito or Margarita. If you get the sangria, go with a pitcher.
You’ll probably need to call ahead for a dinner reservation but you may be able to slip into the bar for cocktails. One of the most beautiful spots to eat in Malibu, iconic and overlooking the ocean. Great for brunch too!
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Nobu Malibu
22706 Pacific Coast HwyYou’ll probably need to call ahead for a dinner reservation but you may be able to slip into the bar for cocktails. One of the most beautiful spots to eat in Malibu, iconic and overlooking the ocean. Great for brunch too!
The very best spot for happy hour. Right on westward beach at point dune. I can’t recommend this local spot more highly for happy hour. The beach is gorgeous too.
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The Sunset Restaurant
6800 Westward Beach RdThe very best spot for happy hour. Right on westward beach at point dune. I can’t recommend this local spot more highly for happy hour. The beach is gorgeous too.
This spot is a local favorite and has something for everyone. Great for families and breakfast too. What it lacks in outer ambiance, it makes up for with its interior. Lots of healthy menu options and can go casual with pizzas and burgers or fancier with entrees. Also has a juice bar and cocktails.
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Ollo
23750 Pacific Coast HwyThis spot is a local favorite and has something for everyone. Great for families and breakfast too. What it lacks in outer ambiance, it makes up for with its interior. Lots of healthy menu options and can go casual with pizzas and burgers or fancier with entrees. Also has a juice bar and cocktails.
A must visit for brunch. At the stunningly beautiful Calamigos ranch. Fun for the whole family, with vast yards to run around and play outdoor games. Romantic too. Perfect for a special date night. Sunday’s they often have love music to enjoy your brunch to and they serve wines from local vineyards.
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The Malibu Cafe
327 Latigo Canyon RdA must visit for brunch. At the stunningly beautiful Calamigos ranch. Fun for the whole family, with vast yards to run around and play outdoor games. Romantic too. Perfect for a special date night. Sunday’s they often have love music to enjoy your brunch to and they serve wines from local vineyards.
Great little sushi joint for excellent sushi without the Nobu prices.
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Bui Sushi
23733 Malibu RdGreat little sushi joint for excellent sushi without the Nobu prices.
The perfect spot for a special dinner with parents and in laws. Fancy and historic looking over the ocean. Food in top notch. Great for brunch too. I recommend the lobster quiche! And splurge on the rolls. They are worth it!
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Geoffreys
27400 Pacific Coast HwyThe perfect spot for a special dinner with parents and in laws. Fancy and historic looking over the ocean. Food in top notch. Great for brunch too. I recommend the lobster quiche! And splurge on the rolls. They are worth it!
They have somehow perfected the alchemy of the best smoothies,”. “I also love their Hawaii Bowl made with acai, gluten-free granola topped with strawberries, banana, and coconut shreds. I love it for breakfast, lunch, or dessert.”
Smoothie heaven!
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Sunlife Organics
3835 Cross Creek RdThey have somehow perfected the alchemy of the best smoothies,”. “I also love their Hawaii Bowl made with acai, gluten-free granola topped with strawberries, banana, and coconut shreds. I love it for breakfast, lunch, or dessert.”
Smoothie heaven!
Markets
The best spot for high end groceries and people watching. This is where you want to go for grilling.
Vintage Grocers
140 Promenade WayNew to malibu and nestled in the popular shopping area
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Whole Foods Market
23401 Civic Center WayNew to malibu and nestled in the popular shopping area
The closest market to the house and the go to for basics.
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Ralphs
23841 Malibu RdThe closest market to the house and the go to for basics.
Hikes
This is one of Malibus loveliest hikes. And just happens to be right next to the house. You’ll see the entrance and parking lot on the left, as soon as you turn off of the PCH on Corral Canyon on the way to the house.
You’ll find fascinating ruins and shrines , gorgeous ocean views and a waterfall on this hike.
There are lots of hikes in the mountains above Malibu, but this 4.4-mile jaunt is the one for an adventurous hiker eager to get back to nature without having to load up the SUV for a weekend out in backcountry. Don't miss out on the former M*A*S*H set near the 2.5 mile marker. Also, don't turn back early. You'll miss out on a dip at the Rock Pool, which also has some decent holds for climbing (the Rock Pool was also a location in the 1968 Planet of the Apes film). There are a few turns to take throughout this hike, so we recommend downloading GPS track points to avoid adding more than you’d like to your trail time.
Rock pool trailhead
County Highway N1There are lots of hikes in the mountains above Malibu, but this 4.4-mile jaunt is the one for an adventurous hiker eager to get back to nature without having to load up the SUV for a weekend out in backcountry. Don't miss out on the former M*A*S*H set near the 2.5 mile marker. Also, don't turn back early. You'll miss out on a dip at the Rock Pool, which also has some decent holds for climbing (the Rock Pool was also a location in the 1968 Planet of the Apes film). There are a few turns to take throughout this hike, so we recommend downloading GPS track points to avoid adding more than you’d like to your trail time.
This mellow Malibu hike meanders through sage, chaparral, and ancient oaks that lead to a waterfall. The falls are a must-see in the winter if there's been a decent rain, but even if it hasn't rained in a while and the falls aren't flowing, it's a lovely four-mile walk. There's a single track, making it easy to navigate. Budget about two hours for an easy, scenic walk at a constant but moderate pace.
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Escondido Falls
Escondido Canyon TrailThis mellow Malibu hike meanders through sage, chaparral, and ancient oaks that lead to a waterfall. The falls are a must-see in the winter if there's been a decent rain, but even if it hasn't rained in a while and the falls aren't flowing, it's a lovely four-mile walk. There's a single track, making it easy to navigate. Budget about two hours for an easy, scenic walk at a constant but moderate pace.
Paseo Miramar is more of a locals-only trail in the early mornings, where Westsiders come for ocean views and well-maintained fire roads, plus a serious booty burn, considering the heavy climb on the way up to the summit. The reward is one of the city’s most spectacular seaside vistas—Parker Mesa Overlook—making this 5.5-mile loop through the Pacific Palisades parkland one of L.A.’s not-to-be-missed hikes.
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Paseo Miramar Trailhead
865 Vista Pacifica StreetPaseo Miramar is more of a locals-only trail in the early mornings, where Westsiders come for ocean views and well-maintained fire roads, plus a serious booty burn, considering the heavy climb on the way up to the summit. The reward is one of the city’s most spectacular seaside vistas—Parker Mesa Overlook—making this 5.5-mile loop through the Pacific Palisades parkland one of L.A.’s not-to-be-missed hikes.
If you’re into a serious glute workout with a big payoff, the Mugu Peak Trail is perfect. It’s not a long loop at just 2.7 miles, but the way up throws a lot of casual hikers off. You may need to stop for a breather or two on the climb. But keep pushing; the reward is well worth it—a 180 degree vista looking out over the Pacific at Point Mugu, just on the western edge of Malibu. It’s pretty far up PCH, almost into Oxnard, which makes for a slightly less crowded trail.
Mugu Peak Trail
Mugu Peak TrailIf you’re into a serious glute workout with a big payoff, the Mugu Peak Trail is perfect. It’s not a long loop at just 2.7 miles, but the way up throws a lot of casual hikers off. You may need to stop for a breather or two on the climb. But keep pushing; the reward is well worth it—a 180 degree vista looking out over the Pacific at Point Mugu, just on the western edge of Malibu. It’s pretty far up PCH, almost into Oxnard, which makes for a slightly less crowded trail.
Beaches
Westward Beach is my favorite beach in Malibu.
three miles long with wide stretches of sand.
It’s one of the best places to surf in LA. This beach is by far one of the largest and most admired beaches in LA. Westward Beach continues to be one of the cleanest and healthiest beaches due to the pristine water.
The Sunset Restaurant is right on the beach and the best place in Malibu to Happy Hour.
People flock to this beach for surfing, kite-boarding, snorkeling, paddle boarding and body boarding.
The area of Westward is very family friendly, with more than 10 lifeguards on duty, shops, restaurants, beach volleyball games and many other fun attractions.
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Westward Beach
Westward Beach is my favorite beach in Malibu.
three miles long with wide stretches of sand.
It’s one of the best places to surf in LA. This beach is by far one of the largest and most admired beaches in LA. Westward Beach continues to be one of the cleanest and healthiest beaches due to the pristine water.
The Sunset Restaurant is right on the beach and the best place in Malibu to Happy Hour.
People flock to this beach for surfing, kite-boarding, snorkeling, paddle boarding and body boarding.
The area of Westward is very family friendly, with more than 10 lifeguards on duty, shops, restaurants, beach volleyball games and many other fun attractions.
One of the most stunningly beautiful beaches you’ll ever see.
Residents call El Matador State Beach their best-kept secret.
Parking can be tricky if you arrive in the middle of the day because the parking area is rather small – get there early to find a spot.
The sea caves and massive rocks are stunning and make this the perfect beach for pictures.
Be prepared to walk down a steep hill to reach the beach; it’s short but steep and definitely worth the trip.
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Playa El Matador
32350 Pacific Coast HwyOne of the most stunningly beautiful beaches you’ll ever see.
Residents call El Matador State Beach their best-kept secret.
Parking can be tricky if you arrive in the middle of the day because the parking area is rather small – get there early to find a spot.
The sea caves and massive rocks are stunning and make this the perfect beach for pictures.
Be prepared to walk down a steep hill to reach the beach; it’s short but steep and definitely worth the trip.
Malibu Lagoon State beach starts where Malibu creek meets the ocean – the lagoon is formed when the creek pools up.
During winter, the beach parts to allow tidal streams to form.
This disconnects Surfrider beach from the lagoon beach.
Surfrider beach starts at the lagoon and continues to Malibu pier.
There are many trails around the lagoon which are great for bird watching and exploring the wetlands.
This beach is unique and differs from other beaches in Malibu due to the lagoon and tidal streams.
Also it’s right across the street from the best shopping area. So it’s a great opportunity to make a day of things in that area.
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Malibu Lagoon State Beach
Malibu Lagoon State beach starts where Malibu creek meets the ocean – the lagoon is formed when the creek pools up.
During winter, the beach parts to allow tidal streams to form.
This disconnects Surfrider beach from the lagoon beach.
Surfrider beach starts at the lagoon and continues to Malibu pier.
There are many trails around the lagoon which are great for bird watching and exploring the wetlands.
This beach is unique and differs from other beaches in Malibu due to the lagoon and tidal streams.
Also it’s right across the street from the best shopping area. So it’s a great opportunity to make a day of things in that area.
Paradise Cove is a public beach with the same name as a privately-owned restaurant located in front of the beach.
Depending on whether you eat at the restaurant or not, the parking varies.
This site has been the setting for many Hollywood movies.
You can enjoy beach walks down the coast and marvel at the enormous mansions.
If you keep walking, you will come to the steep sandstone cliffs close to Little Dume Beach
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Paradise Cove Beach Cafe
28128 Pacific Coast HwyParadise Cove is a public beach with the same name as a privately-owned restaurant located in front of the beach.
Depending on whether you eat at the restaurant or not, the parking varies.
This site has been the setting for many Hollywood movies.
You can enjoy beach walks down the coast and marvel at the enormous mansions.
If you keep walking, you will come to the steep sandstone cliffs close to Little Dume Beach
A dog-friendly and family-friendly place, Le Carrillo State Park and Beach is a great place to spend the day.
There are special sections on the shoreline for dogs, so just look for the signage if you want to bring your four-legged friend along.
Whether you enjoy walking through caves or exploring the tidal pools at low tide, it’s a great day out.
You can follow the trail at North Beach and head north towards Staircase Beach.
Staircase beach is a narrow beach that is an ideal spot to watch surfers carve up the waves
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Leo Carrillo State Beach
35000 Pacific Coast HwyA dog-friendly and family-friendly place, Le Carrillo State Park and Beach is a great place to spend the day.
There are special sections on the shoreline for dogs, so just look for the signage if you want to bring your four-legged friend along.
Whether you enjoy walking through caves or exploring the tidal pools at low tide, it’s a great day out.
You can follow the trail at North Beach and head north towards Staircase Beach.
Staircase beach is a narrow beach that is an ideal spot to watch surfers carve up the waves
Many Californians will argue that Zuma Beach is the best beach in the entire state.
With clean sand, food stands, restrooms, gentle waves and an abundance of parking, this place is an all-time favorite.
Not only is Zuma beach popular in the summer for swimming, it is also well-frequented in the winter for wildlife spotting.
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Playa Zuma
Many Californians will argue that Zuma Beach is the best beach in the entire state.
With clean sand, food stands, restrooms, gentle waves and an abundance of parking, this place is an all-time favorite.
Not only is Zuma beach popular in the summer for swimming, it is also well-frequented in the winter for wildlife spotting.
Carbon Beach is known as the ‘Billionaires Beach’ by locals, because of the enormous mansions that are tightly packed in above the shoreline.
There were some problems years back because homeowners did not want this beach to be public.
Luckily, they didn’t get their way.
There are three different entrances to the beach.
The shoreline is narrow, but it’s definitely a place you should explore when visiting Malibu.
Check the tide conditions before you head out; when high tide comes in, there’s not much sand to explore.
Carbon Beach is the definition of Malibu and you will get the real vibes of the California lifestyle here.
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Carbon Beach
Pacific Coast HwyCarbon Beach is known as the ‘Billionaires Beach’ by locals, because of the enormous mansions that are tightly packed in above the shoreline.
There were some problems years back because homeowners did not want this beach to be public.
Luckily, they didn’t get their way.
There are three different entrances to the beach.
The shoreline is narrow, but it’s definitely a place you should explore when visiting Malibu.
Check the tide conditions before you head out; when high tide comes in, there’s not much sand to explore.
Carbon Beach is the definition of Malibu and you will get the real vibes of the California lifestyle here.
El Pescador State Beach is one of three beaches that makes up Robert Meyer Memorial State Beach.
The other two are El Matador State Beach and La Piedra State Beach.
This beach offers private parking to visitors.
The walk to the sand is short but beautiful; you pass through a cove, along cliffs, rocks and tidal pools.
This beach is less busy than the other two, which offers some reclusiveness.
Bring a picnic to El Pescador State Beach because there are no food stands or restaurants nearby.
El Pescador Beach
32950 Pacific Coast HighwayEl Pescador State Beach is one of three beaches that makes up Robert Meyer Memorial State Beach.
The other two are El Matador State Beach and La Piedra State Beach.
This beach offers private parking to visitors.
The walk to the sand is short but beautiful; you pass through a cove, along cliffs, rocks and tidal pools.
This beach is less busy than the other two, which offers some reclusiveness.
Bring a picnic to El Pescador State Beach because there are no food stands or restaurants nearby.
Lechuza Beach is a public beach below the mansions at the north end of Broad beach.
The rocks at Lechuza Beach make this place a hotspot for photographers, with their formations creating some striking contrasts between the crashing waves and white sands.
Although parking is free, there are no facilities.
You’ll need to pack a lunch, bring a cooler full of drinks, and enjoy the day sunbathing and taking in the stunning Malibu views.
Lechuza Beach
31716-31718 Broad Beach RdLechuza Beach is a public beach below the mansions at the north end of Broad beach.
The rocks at Lechuza Beach make this place a hotspot for photographers, with their formations creating some striking contrasts between the crashing waves and white sands.
Although parking is free, there are no facilities.
You’ll need to pack a lunch, bring a cooler full of drinks, and enjoy the day sunbathing and taking in the stunning Malibu views.
This is the closest beach to the house. Just at the bottom of the hill.
Dan Blocker Beach is known as Corral Beach to the locals.
Interestingly, it was previously owned by the stars of the Bonanza TV series.
The beach is great for kayaking, scuba diving, swimming, and walking.
In 2014, the county of LA completed numerous renovations to the area.
They put in restrooms, benches facing the ocean, a parking lot and picnic tables.
This is another pictorial beach, which is great for photographers or simply spending the day sunbathing and gazing out at the views.
Fishing and surfing are other attractions that bring tourists to the area.
Dan Blocker Beach Malibu
26000 Pacific Coast HighwayThis is the closest beach to the house. Just at the bottom of the hill.
Dan Blocker Beach is known as Corral Beach to the locals.
Interestingly, it was previously owned by the stars of the Bonanza TV series.
The beach is great for kayaking, scuba diving, swimming, and walking.
In 2014, the county of LA completed numerous renovations to the area.
They put in restrooms, benches facing the ocean, a parking lot and picnic tables.
This is another pictorial beach, which is great for photographers or simply spending the day sunbathing and gazing out at the views.
Fishing and surfing are other attractions that bring tourists to the area.
One of the most iconic scenes in film history—Taylor and Nova coming upon the Statue of Liberty at the end of Planet of the Apes—was filmed at Point Dume. And though the beach might not be at the end of the world, it is at the end of Malibu; it’s a point that juts into the Pacific with a dramatic cliff’s edge that drops down to a beautiful crescent-shaped beach. It’s a perfect spot for a beach day. Hiking, rock climbing, swimming, cave exploration, and scuba diving are all possibilities.
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Playa Estatal Point Dume
Birdview AvenueOne of the most iconic scenes in film history—Taylor and Nova coming upon the Statue of Liberty at the end of Planet of the Apes—was filmed at Point Dume. And though the beach might not be at the end of the world, it is at the end of Malibu; it’s a point that juts into the Pacific with a dramatic cliff’s edge that drops down to a beautiful crescent-shaped beach. It’s a perfect spot for a beach day. Hiking, rock climbing, swimming, cave exploration, and scuba diving are all possibilities.