Contemporary French tasting · Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Mélisse

Mélisse: Contemporary French tasting in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. Critics: 87% liked it, from 4 reviews (2022 to 2026).

Michelin 2★

Why go

A long-standing Westside fine-dining name.

What the critics say

Critics: 87% liked it, from 4 reviews (2022 to 2026). Written up by Michelin Guide 2026, World's 50 Best Discovery, The Infatuation 2022.

The crowd: 4.4 of 5 on Yelp (3,100 ratings), kept apart from the critics on purpose.

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The big-night tables of Los Angeles
Address
Wilshire Boulevard, 90025 Santa Monica
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Price
$$$$
Website
citrinandmelisse.com
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Researched October 23, 2026 from the sources linked above. Places change; confirm hours and reservations before you go.

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