Chef Josiah revives his Michelin two-star institution with an intimate 14 seat restaurant with Chef de Cuisine Ian Scaramuzza at the helm. Chefs and sommeliers guide guests through a culinary adventure, where the kitchen and dining are one. Mélisse can be entered off of Wilshire Blvd. by ringing the doorbell.
Josiah Citrin’s chic French-New American restaurant, known for its season-driven prix fixe menus. Based on 327 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
1104 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone: (310) 395-0881
Website: http://citrinandmelisse.com/
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Hours
| Friday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 PM |
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Reviews
Paul You
Alright, better late than never. The menu has probably updated since I ate back in August, but still worth sharing the beauty. This is my first 2 Michelin restaurant experience and I gotta say, it was worth the experience. I was not disappointed by the flavors. I was not let down by the portions. In fact, I almost couldn’t finish dessert. I was genuinely surprised and delighted with some of the dishes, like the scallop chips and baos. How?! Def come here on a special occasion!
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Christine S
I’ve been to so many underwhelming fine dining restaurants in LA that I was beginning to wonder if I should take a break from the ultra refined, high end dining altogether. Mélisse was a surprising delight and solidified itself as one I hope to visit regularly.
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Luis Zamora
I never knew food was capable of giving me chills and bringing me into complete ecstasy. I have been to several other michellin-rated restaurants, but still none come close to Melisse. This restaurant will always hold very special place in me and my girlfriend’s hearts. I have been here a handful of times and every single dish has amazed me with both exceptional taste and immaculate presentation. Thank you Josiah, for this wonderful gem.
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Anna Park
We visit California at least once a year, and I’m not gonna lie, visiting Melisse is one of our top reasons. It’s always fantastically delicious, exciting presentation, and kind and engaging folks work there. We’ve been coming in since before the pandemic, and the experience has remained amazing throughout- maybe even better because of how intimate the Melisse-side space is now. The thing that really makes or breaks any experience for us is the people though, and they have some of the absolute best – they’re passionate about food, they’ll tell you all about it, and they’ll interact with you like you’re a guest they invited over for dinner – it’s not stiff like some fancy places can be – they’re real, which is so much more fun!
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Jason Hoffer
Excellent food and overall experience. Yes, it is pricey, but worth it. Did the tasting menu and all the dishes had great and complex flavors with beautiful presentation. Service was impeccable and the staff was very attentive. We would definitely go back to try other dishes.
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Paulin
I am convinced that Mélisse is one of the most intimate restaurants in LA where you can enjoy various sophisticated fine delights. The creativity of renowned Chef Josiah Citrin shows in every dishes, served in astonishing presentations with scrumptious delicacies. Pairing champagne & wines with the tasting menu here achieves perfectly-balanced components, harmoniously.
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adrian richardson
Awesome vibe, great food, amazing staff. Very expensive but worth it (anniversary dinner).
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Evan H
Melisse is a gastronomic and sensory delight. The restaurant itself is small and intimate seating about 14 people at a time. There are 5 tables, each with a wonderful view of the open kitchen.
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David Cho
First time here and I’m a fan. Thanks to Dine LA was able to try a few items dishes and loved them all. The duck was my favorite, but then, it was all good. Service was incredible as well and the setting very beautiful as they made up their parking lot into a permanent looking patio. Not at all like the ubiquitous tents you see across town. They did it up right and would love to see them keep the patio around after Covid.
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James Dohm
Perfect example of a solid 2 star – Great food all around with several excellent dishes, high-quality ingredients / well-executed techniques, and refined service. For us, the meal’s highlight was the turbot.
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