Carbon Beach Club

Beautiful view & food to actually match. This will be added to my frequent visit list!

Here, you get an amazing setting with marginal food. I went for a friend’s big birthday dinner. Another reviewer posted that the food was very salty and I can’t disagree. We had some appetizers. Brussel sprouts — good flavor but definitely undercooked. The calamari seemed frozen, and salty. I ordered the size of roasted cauliflower — eh. Almost tasted dirty. Way too herby. What’s interesting about this venue is it’s heavy on the middle eastern vibe. I think they should stick with american fare — beach fare. We were a large table, which can be challenging for a server, but a couple of the guests ordered a steak and it arrived much after the rest of the table had finished their meals. Just want people to know that you go for the ambience and not much else. Pretty pricey, too.

Love this place. I have eaten here several times now, a couple of breakfasts, one lunch and a few dinners, and each time it has been outstanding. The views are beautiful, I have always had great experiences with the staff and the food is consistent and good.
It is not overly pricey and is a great spot for any occasion! Each time of day has it’s own unique charm to it, so no matter which meal of the day it is — be sure to check this place out!

It’s been a year and a half and this is still my fav place. The breakfast is sooooo good. Make sure u get a lox bagel, country potatoes & paleo protein omelette!

Whilst the general belief is that Malibu is overpriced, we have actually had pretty good luck lately discovering some good places in the area. Whist I’m an enthusiastic cook, hubby and I decided to treat ourselves out for a nice Christmas dinner this year, for a change. And a luxurious & nice change it was!
Booking a reservation on opentable was a breeze, although the restaurant does require a credit card to hold the reservation on Christmas Day — understandably so, me think due to flakers out there. fyi, there is a $ 75/​pp charge for a cancelled reservation after Dec. 23 5pm.
The moment we walked in we were greeted by the double doors open on to the patio with a gorgeous view of the ocean! We were actually about 25mins early for our 5pm reservation and were prepared to wait it out by the bar/​lounge area. But the hostess promptly showed us to our table, that was right by the edge of the balcony overlooking the rocks, waves and sands! The view was magnificent and we took a few minutes taking it all in while perusing the Christmas Prix-​Fixe menu. Our waitress, Holly came up and after introducing herself, told us about the dishes on the menu as well as the wine pairing option. Me being the picky oenophile that I am, I expressed my personal preference for a Pinot Grigio instead of the Chardonnay for the entrée pairing with my Lobster risotto. Not only did Holly oblige, she even said that their sommelier would be happy to find a nice one for me. When the sommelier, Lauren came to pour for our first course, an Italian sparkling, I thanked her for working with my personal preference. And was pleasantly surprised to hear her say that she doesn’t mind at all and that she is happy to suggest a really great Pinot Grigio from Italy that would pair wonderfully with my Lobster dish. I love it when a business take an extra step or two to make sure that the customer leaves happy and enjoys the dining out experience at its fullest.
We enjoyed the roasted asparagus with prosciutto di parma, an egg sous-​vide at 63 temp. and shaved black truffle with a generous sauce of romesco verde. I absolutely loved the bright yellow rich egg yolk, so much that I asked Holly for some bread. It took a few minutes to get served but they were warm and fresh from the oven, a trio of mini bread squares.
Hubby’s prime rib was paired with a very smooth and layered Cabernet Sauvignon blend from a local Malibu winery, Woodstock. I got to enjoy a few bites of his prime rib, succulent and tender roasted perfectly with a rosemary garlic crust. A little disappointed with the barely there truffle in the whipped potato and the charred broccolini was nothing to write home about.
We got one of each for the 2 dessert options. The seasonal trio gelato with gingerbread blondie was a hit with hubby. There were apple pie flavor that tasted eerily like apple pie, especially when you add some of the blondie crunch to the spoonful of apple pie ice-​cream. My favorite was the cinnamon spice ice-​cream. The dark chocolate ice-​cream was good but nothing special for me. I got the butterscotch budino, that I savored with my tawny port from Saddle Rock — along with crunchy toffee bits and gingerbread whipcream toppings in the cutest jar.
As the evening progressed and the chill started to kick in, heat lamps were lit up and it was warm and cozy relaxing way to enjoy the end of a hectic Christmas Day that started running around. We noticed most diners had left, and they were getting the table ready for the next round of reservations. We really appreciate that we were able to enjoy a leisurely 2.5 hours dinner, without feeling rushed at any one point. Holly did a great job checking in on us every now and then, and our plates were cleared as soon as we were ready. So nice when a business does not overbook their dining reservations and rush patrons in and out.
Feeling the buzz from the wine paring, we lingered in the lounge area and sipped on mulled cider that was presently beautifully in the lobby, while watching the end of a basketball game on the wall-​mounted TV.
Last but not least, we lucked out by finding street parking nearby. Otherwise, Valet parking is validated $ 10 for 3 hours and $ 5 every 15mins thereafter.

Really nice view and very good service.
Perfectly cooked eggs benedict, with option of ham or smoked salmon, both absolutely delicious! Mimosas, peach bellinis and cappuccinos are great options PLUS a perfect view of the pacific ocean… can it get any better?

This restaurant is the best part of the otherwise over-​priced Malibu Beach Inn hotel. There is both indoor seating and patio … But what’s the point of indoor seating when the patio has gorgeous views of Billionaire’s Beach, the ocean, and Malibu Pier? Come at sunset when the weather is nice for the ultimate romantic setting. But make reservations AT ALL TIMES because this gem is NOT a well kept secret.
Combine the venue with a great menu, and this place is fast becoming a favorite of mine for special occasions.

Soo we came here to celebrate my bf bday weekend since we had a bad experience at moon shadows. We would have loved to stay in the hotel but it was $$$$ and full. Any who’s the steak was probably the best I ever had! Seriously! It was very $$$ but I never had better. Over all it was good and very relaxing watching the waves while we ate dinner. The staff was very accommodating and we loved the fruit water in the lobby.

My husband and I had dinner here and it was all I expected and more! The view of the water almost right under our table was so romantic, we went down to the beach right from the restaurant and walked for a bit. The food was delicious I had the range chicken with French fries and the best part of my meal was the sweet yellow corn!!! Wow! Delicious! Our server was very sweet and friendly. 5

If you took the view, our waitress Asia, some of the appetizers and got rid of everything else you would have an amazing new spot to go to in Malibu! But unfortunately everything comes in a package so you don’t.
This was my first time here and first look, this place is absolutely incredible. The views are beautiful and your hands down in a prime location to watch a sunset or have drinks. Very cute and cozy hotel setting so no complaints on that. The problem starts with the service.
We ended up arriving quite early, about an hour before our reservations so we were expecting a wait if the place was packed. We spoke to the hostess and she recommended we grab drinks and wait for a table (we wanted outside seating). We agreed and continued to the bar and lounge area which looks out to the patio. 30 minutes later we noticed that half the tables were still empty so we were confused as to why they couldnt seat us… I looked for a manager and asked if we could get a table so we can at least begin with appetizers and wait for their dinner menu that starts at 530. Apparently that was a daunting request because it took some convincing for her to agree to let us sit so we can spend more money.
Finally, we sat and we’re greeted by the best part of this spot after the views, Asia. We were a bit annoyed by this time but she was absolutely amazing. So we proceeded to order our appetizers based on her recommendations. I gotta say they were on point! We wanted small Oysters, she recommended some (for the life of me I cannot remember the name) and also recommended the sweet potato fries and truffle fries. Our party of 5 was very happy with these. I won’t mention that when we ordered half a dozen Oysters, the runner brought us 5 and when we asked him about it he ran off without a word and came back with the 6^th and ran off again without any remote mention that they messed up. BUT I won’t mention that. We also ordered a shrimp ceviche which was not a part of the recommendations and now I know why it wasnt: the shrimp was so chewy it was like rubber. Not good at all.
The dinner was another situation. My Kale Ceaser was OK. Nothing that excited me and the salmon wasn’t my favorite. The other orders were the bronzino, salmon, Ribeye and the salad. All got mediocre reactions. Not anything that left us craving more.
So as far as the Asia, the views and the appetizers, they were amazing. But the rest of the staff and dinner wasn’t anything to rave about. Especially the staff. I would recommend coming for drinks and the view. Especially great for a date. But be weary of the dinner and staff. Look for Asia

My wife and I had dinner literally over the water with the waves joining us. Nice wine (Earthquake Zinfandel), sea bass as daily fish and ny steak cooked as requested. Foie wasn’t the best, just ok.
Friendly and helpful staff, great place for romantic or business meals.
Will repeat for sure the next time in Malibu

Stayed at the hotel so this was out food choice.
View worth every penny!
Service: perfect
Food: omg good! Everything was perfectly prepared and arranged! Worth your money!

The Good: food delicious, good service, friendly valet, beautiful view of ocean, free chocolate chip cookies in the jar at the front.
The Bad: I’d be stretching here…
The Ugly: a seagull flew down onto our table and stole the fried egg out of my friend’s plate before flying away.

I can sum the review for this place in 1 word: SALT!!! I mean a little bit of salt can really go a long way. Maybe it’s because I ate at Nobu the night before, because this place was just bland. My omelet tasted like nothing and the chicken in my husband’s sandwich was pretty tasteless and tough.
However, if you’re not really worried about food and just want a place with amazing views and decent cocktails, this place is pretty nice. The restaurant overlooks the water and is really serene.

So beautiful and serene, a place to refresh your soul… Nature is healing, right on the ocean waters and a view of Malibu Pier and surfers at Surfrider beach!
The service there makes you feel totally spoiled.
Valet parking is free upon validation.
I love it here. I bring my family as much as possible!
Thank you CBC :-)
APRIL 21, 2015
Mariel, Bobby, Laken, Levi and Ella in celebration of Anthony… RIP

If you want to eat over the sea, this is the place to be. We stumbled upon this hidden jewel when we were headed to a late lunch at a restaurant on the Malibu Pier. As soon as we saw the view here, we changed our minds! Dining al fresco over the Pacific in an intimate enclave is hard to beat, especially when the menu is affordable. They even seated us immediately.
Our waiter warned us that the fried calamari wouldn’t look like we expected, and he was right. The huge slabs of squid bothered one of my dining mates, who like me, prefers more delicate rings of calamari. This appetizer was okay and more than ample, but I would probably skip it in the future. The perfectly cooked, lightly battered fish and chips with vinegar, however, are worthy of a return trip. Delicate deliciousness. Factor in an ice cold Stella for a delightful meal.
As we headed out through the lobby, I noticed a guy grab a tempting big cookie from the jar, so I asked the receptionist if it was alright to have one. «That’s what they’re there for!» she said. Couldn’t resist inviting my friends to have dessert on me. Best chocolate chip cookies ever!

5 stars for the food, it was excellent! Very yummy. My husband got the breakfast burrito and I got the huevos rancheros (sp?)
The two stars is for the service. We had a reservation. They told us our table was getting ready, we looked at our table and it was ready 15 minutes ago.
The hostess ignores you when you come in. The server doesn’t bother to come by until you say you’re ready. The server wasn’t pleasant. Didn’t smile. Didn’t really care about our experience.
They take a long time to deliver coffee and mimosas. They also took 10 minutes to run our credit card given when the check was brought out. This place is small and seems to have a lot of bus boys and servers but they don’t seem to care about you. I had an empty glass of champaign (and I wanted another one) on the table and no one seemed to notice until I had to grab the waiter and ask him.
Food prices are normal.
Food was excellent.
Service was horrible.

This place is delicious and has an amazing view!
First, the Malibu Stud Smoothie is to die for; I loved it so much! It was interesting because it seemed like they just tossed in the raisins and cacao nibs. At the end of the drink I was scooping them out… different texture!
I got the Huevos Rancheros and it was great. However, it is very pricey…$ 20! It didn’t taste any different than the ones I can get for $ 10. But I suppose you are paying for the view as well.
I loved that on the way out, they have these HUGE complementary cookies… they were so good! The staff is extremely friendly too and gave good recommendations.
Will be back!

I am officially obsessed with this place! It’s such a hidden gem in Malibu. The outdoor patio area is right on the beach and you get 360 views from the Malibu pier all the way to the santa monica pier on a clear day.
I took my boyfriend and his parents here for brunch and everyone really enjoyed themselves. Bloody marys, egg benedicts in the morning while hearing the waves crash below the deck… what’s not to like?
The service was great and they were very attentive. Bloody marys were also delicious, not too spicy or tomato-​y. I had the salmon benedict while everyone else had the crab cake benedict. Let’s just say that it looked like we all licked our plates.
I would come back here any day! Next time I’m coming back here to watch the sunset. J’adore!

Place is quiet, romantic, best views in Malibu.
The turkey club was amazing! I missed breakfast by 15 min
Classy staff.
Pull up to valet.
Enjoy!