502029 Sun Mar 23 16:46:44 -0700 2008 5 2 Los Angeles Area 0 3520310 Need some help fellow Chowhounders .... Celebrating a birthday this coming Saturday and wanted to take advantage of the great weather. Can anyone suggest a nice restaurant for lunch with a great view - preferably outdoor seating (but not required)?? We're regular patrons at Trumps in RPV and love the seating there ... but need a "new place" for a special occassion. I know Saturday is difficult for lunch but ..... any suggestions is appreciated! Thanks all! Sun Mar 23 16:46:44 -0700 2008 11951 ally bo bally 1 3520698 The Lobster at Santa Monica Pier or Geoffrey's in Malibu Sun Mar 23 19:16:32 -0700 2008 3520310 56406 Bite Me 2 3528091 Second the Lobster's quasi outside seating. Tue Mar 25 20:32:05 -0700 2008 3520698 15572 Emme 1 3522886 Cliff's Edge? Saddle Peak Lodge deosn't have a view, but the patio is pretty. Spago also desn't have a view but has a nice patio Pick up a bunch of goodies at The Little NExt Door, grab a bottle of wine, and drive to Will Rodgers State park (the park, not the beach) on Sunset and enjoy a nice picnic on the lawn! Mon Mar 24 12:50:31 -0700 2008 3520310 11201 Diana 1 3522968 Belmont Brewing Company in Long Beach has a gorgeous patio overlooking the ocean. Mon Mar 24 13:09:46 -0700 2008 3520310 76226 Oh Robin 1 3527433 I agree with Geoffrey's if it's a special occasion (great location).... If it's more a casual day on PCH, Duke's is a great stop for some food and a drink (always reminds me of a mai tai on the Islands). Moonshadows is also a decent stop in the neighborhood while Paradise Cove up towards Zuma is great because you can basically sit right on the sand. Tue Mar 25 16:45:51 -0700 2008 3520310 177920 Dirty Uncle P