Restaurants
Mélisse
1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 90401, USA
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Modern French
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Mélisse
1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 90401, USA
$$$$
·
Modern French
Two Stars: Excellent cooking
Chef Josiah Citrin's flagship celebrates a certain kind of fine dining experience that will never go out of style. Slip in through a discreet side entrance to enter the enclosed space within Citrin, a private room that combines a vibe-y underground feel with classic luxury. The kitchen employs bold flavors and decadent sauces, blending French traditions with a bit of contemporary whimsy. The results are both eye-catching and indulgent, from intricate canapés to a knockout dish of duck “Rouennaise,” featuring a decadent sauce made with the help of an antique silver press; on the side, “ducks in a duvet” is a swanky take on pigs in a blanket. Service is engaging and full of charm, down to a wine program offering surprising rarities at a reasonable expense.
Location
Monday
closed
Tuesday
closed
Wednesday
18:30-21:00
Thursday
17:30-21:00
Friday
17:30-21:00
Saturday
17:30-21:00
Sunday
closed
Travel
3 minutes
A MICHELIN-Starred Bucket List from Harrison Barnes
The NBA star shares his top picks from Texas and California to Colorado.
Features
6 minutes
Michelin Chefs Share their Favorite Holiday Dishes
From Thanksgiving sides to indulgent New Year’s Eve treats, 18 chefs share their must-haves for festive dining spreads.
People
8 minutes
Gaggenau's Black Jacket Society Welcomes Michael Tusk, Jordan Kahn, and Josiah Citrin
Discussing fine dining, hobbies, restaurant personalities, and their own legacies.
Wine
1 minute
Thanksgiving Wine Recommendations From Two MICHELIN Star Mélisse
Mélisse wine director Matthew Luczy recommends four wines from Wine Access for Thanksgiving dinner.