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Melisse

Los Angeles · Santa Monica

Melisse

#11 in Los AngelesFrench$$$$

Awards

4.5
★★2 Michelin Stars
James Beard Outstanding

What People Are Saying

“Melissa is everything you hope for and more from a two Michelin star experience in Los Angeles. From the moment you walk into the intimate five table dining room, the evening feels special. The ambiance is understated and elegant, the service is warm...”

Christopher Metoyer

Christopher Metoyer

a year ago

Google Reviews

New Buzz

Time Out Worldwide

The best Dine LA summer specials you can't miss

Time Out Worldwide · 1 month ago

Los Angeles Times

How this ultra-fine-dining restaurant keeps thriving after 25 years in L.A.

Los Angeles Times · 2 years ago

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HRL Ranking

#11#13#16#18
Jul 20Aug 17Sep 14Oct 12

Josiah Citrin

Head Chef

Josiah Citrin is the chef and owner behind Melisse and Citrin in Santa Monica, CA. His flagship Mélisse earned two Michelin stars over 20+ years, celebrated for season-driven French-New American cuisine. He now operates the intimate 14-seat Mélisse alongside one-Michelin-starred Citrin with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama.

What to Order

Chef's Tasting

A five-table, multi-course prix fixe where every detail is choreographed. Book the wine pairing and keep the personalized menu they send you home with.