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Paradise Cove

28128 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA
Ranked #12 of 31 attractions in Malibu
3.5 of 5 stars 55 Reviews
Type: Beaches
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California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Paradise Cove has great food and the perfect California atmosphere for entertaining out of state guests. The wait times in the summer are insane but in November, you get right in. Still a great place to go, just bring a jacket.

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Thousand Oaks, California
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Very cool place to eat -- see the ocean -- likely see movie stars -- and take your shoes off at the table and stick them in the sand -- COOL!

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California
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Paradise cove is a pretty little cove with a good vibe. If you are having a meal at the restaurant they will validate which gives you free parking for awhile. If you then go for a walk on the beach and overstay the allotted time,it is very pricey. More and more people are parking on PCH and walking in.

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Malibu, California
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Zero for food and 10 for setting, this dump on the sand at stunningly beautiful Paradise Cove is always crowded with tourists who will eat anything as long as it is served by or on the sand. The sand would be more flavorful.

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Bakersfield
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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It is possible to do the cove on a budget, you just have to plan ahead. For a great day at this beach, rent a bed($50) it seems like a lot , but it will make the trip. Bring a couple chairs of your own and you have comfort for 4 or more. Parking...remember if you go over 4 hours... More

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oxnard
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66 reviews 66 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

This is a great place to camp or r.v. Near the beach and plenty of showers.

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Las Vegas
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20 reviews 20 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

We visit this restaurant every time we come to this part of California. Love the food. We always take a walk out on the peer and on to the beach. Very romantic. We even sat at the bar one time where there are only 3 chairs and still had a good time. We sat outside once. A little hard to... More

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Simi Valley, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Especially a fan of their Fish Stew and the Pacific Ocean.

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Dallas, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

This is a stunning cove -- one of the most beautiful places in Malibu. Be aware: You will have to pay to park in the lot. The bartenders at the restaurant can make a great Mojito -- one of the few places that you can order a drink and sip it right on the beach.

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Newhall, California
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47 reviews 47 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Another nice spot on the west coast. It's totally worth checking out if you visiting. Locals already know.

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