Nobu Malibu

"Verdict: You’re here for the stunning ocean views, you’re here for celebrities in sunglasses, and you’re here to eat expensive sushi that tastes great. Nobu is one of the best—and most consistent—splurge meals in LA. Reservations are released 30 days in advance, though we rarely have luck making them online. If you call and speak with a host, however, your chances go up exponentially. Walk-ins during weekday lunch are also usually accepted." - brant cox, sylvio martins

"With over 50 restaurants and 13 hotels worldwide, the Nobu name prints money at this point. Consider it the "All I Want For Christmas" of celebrity-owned hospitality groups: a smash hit that never gets old. Among the many branches of the upscale Japanese concept—co-founded by Robert De Niro and Nobu Matsuhisa—is the gorgeous location in Malibu, which remains one of the city's most recognizable restaurants a decade after opening. You're also going to spend a lot of money at this beautiful beachfront spot, but several things make it worth the pretty penny: the ornate sashimi platters, the buttery black cod entree, the sound of waves crashing beneath your feet, and the likely chance you'll brush shoulders with an A-lister who leaves you starstruck. So whether you see Nobu as a special occasion spot, tourist trap, or just an overhyped sushi option, there's no denying eating here is a pleasant experience. Reservations are released 30 days in advance, though we rarely have luck making them online. If you call and speak with a host, however, your chances go up exponentially. Walk-ins during weekday lunch are also usually accepted." - sylvio martins, brant cox, garrett snyder

"Nobu is probably the most famous restaurant in Malibu, known for its ambience, service, and genre-defining Japanese lounge food from one of the world’s most famous chefs. Reservations can be hard to come by because the restaurant is perpetually busy and Matsuhisa’s sashimi plates are of the saucy, over-the-top, celebration-worthy variety. Think of Nobu as the best place to drop a ton of money while ogling celebrities. *Nobu Malibu will reopen with shorter hours (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.) on January 24." - Eater Staff

"Located in the center of the Palisades Fire evacuation zone. The structure remains intact but the restaurant is currently closed." - Mona Holmes

"A prominent coastal restaurant in Malibu known for its Japanese cuisine, currently affected by the mandatory evacuation zone." - Matthew Kang