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Reel Inn
Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Malibu
"The oysters are fresh, and their cajun sea bass is so juicy."(3 Tips)
"ocean views from this seafood shack compliment"(3 Tips)
"beer and picnic table"(2 Tips)
"Oysters 🦪 Halibut Shrimps 🍤 ans"(4 Tips)
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Sam BottaSeptember 18, 2011Locals love it. Super fresh, variety of fresh fish you pick raw and they cook. Hole in the wall with great food, superb view, vintage feel, painted picnic tables, get friend or Cajun. See ya hereUpvote11Downvote
Jodi DormanMarch 20, 2016This has to be one of the best fish restaurants I've ever been too. Red snapper was simply grilled and very fresh. Nice size portion. Mashed potatoes were delicious. Skip the salad side-boring/skimpyUpvote3Downvote
Jeferson StutzJanuary 15, 2017Very popular and casual seafood restaurant, you have to get a line, choose your seafood, sides and pay, they call you when is ready. Only fresh seafood and very tasty, price is ok. I'll come back!Upvote1Downvote
Eve ParadoxJune 6, 2015I had the Ahi salad. Wasn't impressed. I have faith tho. I'll be back and I'll try their plate. Must mention that the seafood case had a wide selection of fresh offerings
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Kate GoldsmithAugust 10, 2014Great crab cakes with lump crab meat and you get 3 large ones with 2 sides. It can get crowded during lunch on nice weekends but worth the wait.Upvote1Downvote- MarcJanuary 21, 2021Esquire: Little seafood shack on land side of PCH. Order from blackboard menu—fish is offered grilled, Cajun style, or sautéed w/2sides (go for Cajun rice and slaw), grab a beer and picnic tableUpvoteDownvote
- Veronica ChaviraJuly 16, 2018Stunning ocean views from this seafood shack compliment the tasty fried calamari and other options! The raw oysters & shrimp tacos will add to your favorites. Take it to go and sit on the beach!UpvoteDownvote
Sandra GNovember 5, 2019Cajun sea bass is to die for. So as cajun scallops. Also crab cakes are amazing. The place is a hit!
UpvoteDownvote- ShinnawyOctober 13, 2019The oysters are fresh, and their cajun sea bass is so juicy. Be sure to order it with side of coleslaw and mashed potatoes 👍🏼UpvoteDownvote
Jeff SolomonAugust 5, 2017Get whatever fish they recommend and try it sautéed (halibut was solid when I went). Super fresh
UpvoteDownvote- Odile RoujolJuly 19, 2020Oysters 🦪 Halibut Shrimps 🍤 ans so happy when they call by your firstname with your draught 🍺
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Sandra RubinchikSeptember 26, 2017So much outdoor seating! If you and your friend got into a fight on the PCH (maybe they didn't wanna hear you play Miley Cyrus' "Malibu" that 100th time), you can each simmer down at your own table.UpvoteDownvote
Brooke GiddensFebruary 24, 2019Cute atmosphere. Didn’t care for the fish or shrimp tacos. Go with something more traditional or fried!
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Christian VolzSeptember 7, 2018Seafood like it’s just caught @ Topanga Beach or the Pacific blue waters❗️
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Nina YiamsamathaApril 12, 2014Indecisive? Order the tilapia Cajun style, with mashed potatoes and salad on the side. Fresh and filling.
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Jerry ReavesSeptember 22, 2014I had the fish and chips...the food was fresh and very good. You can bring dogs here through the back patio.UpvoteDownvote
Mike JohnsonNovember 8, 2017Chilled out seafood shack. Nice outdoor area. Less crowded than other spots in MalibuUpvoteDownvote
Luisa Falcão VazMarch 2, 2015great vibe and food. great place to grab a late lunch after a day at the beach.UpvoteDownvote
Great place to go no matter what time of year. Fireplace is on when cold or sit outside during the warmer weather. Fish is amazing.UpvoteDownvote
Robin LeighbuchananMay 22, 2014Great spot to grab fresh caught Red Snapper for fish tacos!
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Travel ChannelNovember 7, 2011Adam went for the Pacific Halibut on his visit. As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.
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Great place to go for Taco Tuesdays and a refreshing beer, overlooking the beach but still close to home.UpvoteDownvote
Justin BridgewaterOctober 6, 2012Ahi Tuna seared/Cajun style with an IPA. Can't go wrong.
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Terra PetersSeptember 21, 2014The Cajun salmon was delicious. Don't miss out on the crab cakes either.UpvoteDownvote
La CjargneleMay 23, 2013Lovely people working in the kitchen and good fresh food. We definitely recommend it!!UpvoteDownvote
Billy AmpAugust 7, 2014Oh my. Talk about your Ultimate fish taco! I was Reeled in with their selection of fish tacos.UpvoteDownvote
Adrienn CsákNovember 13, 2017Grilled Halibu, cajun rice, coleslaw, tartare. Excellent.UpvoteDownvote
- Olga ShramovaMay 24, 2019Disgusting shrimp tacos with sad soggy fries that look like it was made 2 days ago. Super dry tortilla and tough flavorless shrimp. With no sauce and cheddar cheese for some reason. Sad.
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Kristina HughesAugust 4, 2013Steamed clams are a must! I surely could survive as a mermaid with these!Upvote2Downvote
Kathie McColloughAugust 13, 2013If you are ever driving up the PCH and looking for a place to eat - Stop Here!UpvoteDownvote
The fresh fish entrees are great—especially the sea bass—but the fish tacos are not.UpvoteDownvote
TV Food MapsAugust 28, 2014Check out The Reel Inn as seen on Man vs Food Nation Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Mike JacobsonDecember 26, 2013Sea bass Cajun style, with rice. (Don't get the fish&chips, super subpar)UpvoteDownvote
Wilke ItzinAugust 27, 2010Great fish and chips. Good deals for a wends-day . Chris Collins isn't a very good mayor though . Mind his tea bagsUpvoteDownvote
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- 8.6
"Nice private-like beach. Great for surfers. Great to hang out w/family & friends but not so great if you like to wade or swim in the ocean. Lots of smooth rocks to slip & bust your head open with."
Maria - 8.3
"Great staff that are both attentive and helpful. Easy to miss off the road, however, so be sure to slow down after you pass The Ocean Club."
Philip Tam - 8.9
"One of the best scenic drives in all of LA."
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