Baleen Kitchen

Highly recommend this restaurant — the food is delicious, the wine is excellent, and the atmosphere is calm and inviting. A perfect spot for a date.

We went for our wedding anniversary to celebrate four years of marriage. Treated like royalty. Highly recommend.

This Mother’s Day, our family decided to celebrate at BaleenKitchen in Redondo Beach a day early, a decision heartily endorsed by our children for their beloved mom and grandma. Nestled in the marina, just a stone’s throw from the Portofino Hotel, BaleenKitchen stands as one of the most stylish waterside dining spots in Los Angeles. From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was greeted by breathtaking views, framed perfectly by the expansive windows lining the restaurant. It was as if each window was a canvas, showcasing the vibrant marina life in all its glory. Our brunch was a culinary journey of personal favorites. My wife savored her classic egg benedict, while I indulged in the Cali Burrito. To say I was pleasantly surprised would be an understatement; the burrito was a delightful ensemble of succulent shrimp, enveloped in a rich, flavorful sauce, and complemented by a medley of fillings that left my taste buds dancing. The service mirrored the quality of our meal—attentive, efficient, and unobtrusively prompt. As for the value, it was nothing short of impressive, especially considering the prime location. My shrimp-laden burrito was a steal at under $20. But the pièce de résistance was undoubtedly the view. Our table offered us a front-row seat to the serene harbor, a vista so enchanting it could easily grace the pages of a travel magazine. It was the perfect backdrop for our special celebration. In summary, BaleenKitchen is more than just a restaurant; it’s a destination that offers an experience as memorable as the occasion it honors. Whether you’re marking a milestone or simply in search of a meal with a view, BaleenKitchen is a choice that will not disappoint.

eriko p

My friend and I stumbled across BALEEN kitchen on a Sunday morning. After looking through the menu, and talking with Barbie, the hostess we definitely wanted to relax and enjoy a meal after our walk along the waterfront. We were seated in a beautiful blue velvet tufted booth ( I would recommend making reservations for this booth). Alex was our server who has a great personality with a smile! I ordered the NOBLE CHOPPED SALAD, which was delicious, but it wasn't chopped. I think my salad was missing the roasted beets, but I didn't mention it, because it wad delicious and beautifully presented. My friend ordered the EGG TOAST and added cherry tomatoes. She enjoyed it. Weekends there is endless mimosas, but I am trying to be healthy so I opted for ice tea. The staff here are all very friendly and attentive. The decor reminded me of Cape Cod, casual elegance. I felt like I was on vacation. I will definitely return here again! What an oasis! The views of the boats on the Marina was so nice. If you want to be closer to the Marina, downstairs there is outside seating. Thank you Barbie and Alex for the great service!

Morgan Christy

The cioppino was my first foray into local seafood. What a wonderful introduction! The scallops were buttery, some of the fish just melted in my mouth, and the broth made everything worth trying. I'd eat anything in that tomato-saffron broth. The swordfish steak was also a hit - perfectly cooked with a great texture. Our service was spectacular; we felt very welcomed and taken care of. I highly recommend the Dark Horse cocktail.

Wes Jones

We had a fantastic experience at Baleen Kitchen in Redondo Beach! The ambiance was lovely with a view of the marina as well as the ‘Super Friends Sing-Along’, which added a fun touch. The special of the day, a short rib ossobuco by Chef Robbie, was absolutely delicious, and the prime rib steak with chimichurri sauce might be best chimichurri I’ve ever had(the steak was very on point). One small suggestion: the specials were given on a printout instead of being explained by the waiter like I’ve experienced in a lot of restaurants, so I almost missed out on it. Be sure to ask about them. I’m glad I tried it because it was phenomenal! Overall, a great dining experience. We enjoyed it w/ the fam and I saw what appeared to be quite a few folks on date night.

Viktoriia Gomez Estrada

Highly recommend this restaurant — the food is delicious, the wine is excellent, and the atmosphere is calm and inviting. A perfect spot for a date.

Jay King

This was a wonderful experience. I was very impressed with the quality of the food and service. I definitely recommend and will revisit.

Shirleen Armstrong

We went for our wedding anniversary to celebrate four years of marriage. Treated like royalty. Highly recommend.

Chrissy Cliburn

We visited the Baleen Kitchen for the first time in August and it was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. I’m trying to think of excuses to go back to LA so I can visit this restaurant again. Compliments to Chef Robbie!

Aliza Brown

I stayed at the Portofino hotel for a week on business travel, and got vouchers to eat here for breakfast everyday. This was such a bright way to start my days, I would get the American Breakfast, which comes with eggs, toast, potatoes, and a choice of meat. I’d also like to give my compliments to the staff. They were friendly and created a nice and relaxing atmosphere. The view overlooked the marina and all the boats. On my last day here, we got to breakfast right at 11am, which is usually when they start serving the lunch menu, but the staff went to the kitchen to make sure they kept it open for us to get our breakfast food. If youre staying at the Portofino, you definitely should try this restaurant. It’s right outside of the hotel.

Alissa Rogers

A fantastic restaurant. Everything was superb. I ordered the classic Benedict with avocado-- cooked to perfection as well as the house potatoes and side salad. My spouse ordered the California burrito and I was able to taste the shrimp with the crema-- delicious! Fresh OJ and coffee and such a delightful waitress with a cute short haircut and glasses. Thank you!

jillian lattimore

My experience stopping at this restaurant was incredible! Jonothan was our server and he was phenomenal running the entire floor by himself including the bar smoothly! The food we tried was delicious and they also have a great beer selection. I highly recommend this place for adults looking for a nice view of the marina. Well behaved kids would also do well here, not so much a great spot for 10 and under

regis kwong

This Mother’s Day, our family decided to celebrate at BaleenKitchen in Redondo Beach a day early, a decision heartily endorsed by our children for their beloved mom and grandma. Nestled in the marina, just a stone’s throw from the Portofino Hotel, BaleenKitchen stands as one of the most stylish waterside dining spots in Los Angeles. From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was greeted by breathtaking views, framed perfectly by the expansive windows lining the restaurant. It was as if each window was a canvas, showcasing the vibrant marina life in all its glory. Our brunch was a culinary journey of personal favorites. My wife savored her classic egg benedict, while I indulged in the Cali Burrito. To say I was pleasantly surprised would be an understatement; the burrito was a delightful ensemble of succulent shrimp, enveloped in a rich, flavorful sauce, and complemented by a medley of fillings that left my taste buds dancing. The service mirrored the quality of our meal—attentive, efficient, and unobtrusively prompt. As for the value, it was nothing short of impressive, especially considering the prime location. My shrimp-laden burrito was a steal at under $20. But the pièce de résistance was undoubtedly the view. Our table offered us a front-row seat to the serene harbor, a vista so enchanting it could easily grace the pages of a travel magazine. It was the perfect backdrop for our special celebration. In summary, BaleenKitchen is more than just a restaurant; it’s a destination that offers an experience as memorable as the occasion it honors. Whether you’re marking a milestone or simply in search of a meal with a view, BaleenKitchen is a choice that will not disappoint.

Lindsey Chapman

South bays unkept secret for brunch! Beautiful views, great views, and the perfect brunch menu. Shout out to Alex - great server and made us feel welcomed and was super attentive.

Marian Co

Ladies dinner in the bar area was a perfect holiday spot. We each really enjoyed our meals and our drinks were great. The holiday drink menu was wonderful, and had a nice variety. The Cioppino is some of the best I’ve had in a long time.

First hats off to Jazlynn she took to ask the chef if he would make the Sea Bass the original way they use to. She came back and the chef said okay. Customer Service at an all time high. This is how you keep a customer happy. I wasn’t interested in the new version. Jazlynn said it would take 35 mins it didn’t even take that long to get this wonderful tasty meal. I could have just went to heaven this meal was amazing. To the owner you have an amazing staff. Happy and ready to keep us the customer satisfied and happy as a kid on Christmas Morning. Before I go I told Jazlynn if the chef couldn’t make it the original way. That I wouldn’t want the sea bass so again hats off to Jazlynn and the amazing chef on staff tonight 12-17-2025 at around 6ish. Merry Christmas. Thanks for making my dream come true cook slightly crispy and moist what a combo.

Baleen kitchen is a very good place for brunch. The pancakes are very soft and have orange zest in for a very unique and delicious flavor. The pancakes come with blueberries, butter and maple syrup. Alex's breakfast burrito is also very good with the sour cream on the side. It has a very nice combination of egg, potatoes and cheese with sour cream and guacamole. Heuvo Redondos are also extremely flavorful and by far the best thing I have ever eaten. Overall, this restaurant is a very nice, family friendly place to eat.

Parneet Kaur

Baleen kitchen is a very good place for brunch. The pancakes are very soft and have orange zest in for a very unique and delicious flavor. The pancakes come with blueberries, butter and maple syrup. Alex's breakfast burrito is also very good with the sour cream on the side. It has a very nice combination of egg, potatoes and cheese with sour cream and guacamole. Heuvo Redondos are also extremely flavorful and by far the best thing I have ever eaten. Overall, this restaurant is a very nice, family friendly place to eat.

Chelsea

First hats off to Jazlynn she took to ask the chef if he would make the Sea Bass the original way they use to. She came back and the chef said okay. Customer Service at an all time high. This is how you keep a customer happy. I wasn’t interested in the new version. Jazlynn said it would take 35 mins it didn’t even take that long to get this wonderful tasty meal. I could have just went to heaven this meal was amazing. To the owner you have an amazing staff. Happy and ready to keep us the customer satisfied and happy as a kid on Christmas Morning. Before I go I told Jazlynn if the chef couldn’t make it the original way. That I wouldn’t want the sea bass so again hats off to Jazlynn and the amazing chef on staff tonight 12-17-2025 at around 6ish. Merry Christmas. Thanks for making my dream come true cook slightly crispy and moist what a combo.

Prem Hingorany

Had a 16 people brunch arranged with dockside view. Great dockside restaurant for large group brunches. Food was great. Bloody Mary’s were beyond excellence. Service was a bit slow but overall an excellent experience.

Very much liked the ambiance and upscale vibe. The service and view were great. Most of the food (lobster Mac and cheese, etc) were great, but my gin martini was weak and the Caesar salad lettuce was brown and wilted - so some good with the bad. They also had some fairly loud roaming guitar player entertainment which could be good or bad depending on your preference and proximity to the player! VictorB

The atmosphere is very nice. The staff was really top notch. I thought the food was good overall but the pastries were undercooked and doughy. The crab cake eggs Benedict was good and my sister really enjoyed the burrito.

We tried this ribeye steak and the risotto. My steak was cooked perfectly. I really liked the coffee ground rub and the risotto was decent. Atmosphere was nice. My wife enjoyed sitting by the fire. Customer service was also very good.

The Momshell

The atmosphere is very nice. The staff was really top notch. I thought the food was good overall but the pastries were undercooked and doughy. The crab cake eggs Benedict was good and my sister really enjoyed the burrito.

Chewy Valle

We tried this ribeye steak and the risotto. My steak was cooked perfectly. I really liked the coffee ground rub and the risotto was decent. Atmosphere was nice. My wife enjoyed sitting by the fire. Customer service was also very good.

Came here for Dine LA for dinner. The food was not bad, the steak and crabs were pretty good but it was so small for 2 people. My dessert was delicious, it was whiskey ice cream but I didn’t taste any whiskey so it was just vanilla. The Smokey nuts in the tart were delightful. I enjoyed the view of the marina as the sun set, but could not see the sunset the windows were in the wrong directions.

Yen B

Came here for Dine LA for dinner. The food was not bad, the steak and crabs were pretty good but it was so small for 2 people. My dessert was delicious, it was whiskey ice cream but I didn’t taste any whiskey so it was just vanilla. The Smokey nuts in the tart were delightful. I enjoyed the view of the marina as the sun set, but could not see the sunset the windows were in the wrong directions.

The food was good, and the gentleman at reception was genuinely nice. But we had one of the worst service experiences we’ve ever had because of a female server (with neck tattoo). She delayed our order for over an hour and spoke to us with obvious irritation the entire time. When my wife calmly mentioned that our order was taking a long time and asked whether there might have been a mistake, the server responded in a loud, angry tone insisting there was “no mistake.” Meanwhile, multiple tables who arrived after us were served before us, including some receiving the exact dishes we ordered. Good food does not make up for being treated with anger and disrespect. Completely unacceptable service.

Al RT

The food was good, and the gentleman at reception was genuinely nice. But we had one of the worst service experiences we’ve ever had because of a female server (with neck tattoo). She delayed our order for over an hour and spoke to us with obvious irritation the entire time. When my wife calmly mentioned that our order was taking a long time and asked whether there might have been a mistake, the server responded in a loud, angry tone insisting there was “no mistake.” Meanwhile, multiple tables who arrived after us were served before us, including some receiving the exact dishes we ordered. Good food does not make up for being treated with anger and disrespect. Completely unacceptable service.