Holiday House, a historic hotel located in the heart of Malibu, opened its doors in 1948, and immediately established itself as the ultimate hospitality destination, attracting stars like Frank Sinatra, Shirley MacLaine, Lana Turner, Marilyn Monroe, and John F. Kennedy.
35 years later, in 1983, Holiday House ended its glorious run when Harvey Baskin, a financier and nature lover, purchased it and created what is known today as Geoffrey’s Malibu.
Baskin proved to be a genius at cultivating the natural beauty that came to be the calling card at Geoffrey’s Malibu. He redesigned the space so that every table in the house had a panoramic view of the ocean, one in which there were no boundaries between the restaurant and the splendor in which it was surrounded, a vision that still holds very true to Geoffrey’s Malibu today.
Malibu is the unofficial world capital of ancient, overpriced seafood restaurants that aren’t worth your time. Except for Geoffrey’s. This 70-year-old Malibu landmark has continued to reinvent itself over the years and has kept things modern and lively. This is definitely a special occasion type place and you’re definitely going to drop a lot of money. But with insane ocean views and the best crab cakes in town, you won’t hear a peep from your out-of-town guests about it. Enjoy magnificent views of the Pacific coastline complemented by waterfalls and tropical plants, creating the romantic Mediterranean meets Malibu atmosphere. You can enjoy our California-style international cuisine during a relaxing weekday lunch, weekend brunch, or candlelit dinner with surrounding fire pits. Escape the stresses of life and unwind at Geoffrey’s Malibu for an unforgettable oceanside dining experience. So don’t even consider driving out here without a reservation. Brunch specialties range from challah french toast to crab cakes Benedict to a shiitake mushroom omelet with shallots, tomatoes, and Brie. For lunch, choose from grilled ahi Niçoise salad or sautéed day boat sea scallops with Maine lobster risotto. Dinner entrées include Prime Wagyu New York steak accompanied by Parmesan french fries and a two-pound Maine lobster served in a puff pastry basket. For dessert choose between warm brioche bread pudding and maple blueberry cheesecake. Check out which of Geoffrey’s friends scribbled the pictures on the inner walls (yes, that’s Robert as in De Niro, Whoopi as in Goldberg, and John as in Travolta).
