Santuari - Los Alamitos

Nestled inside a tennis club in Los Angeles, Santuari Restaurant is a hidden gem that transports you straight to the Mediterranean. The 1940s resort club style architecture, reminiscent of Hollywood's golden age, adds a dash of vintage glamour that's fitting for its proximity to the Warner Brothers Studio. Stepping into Santuari is like embarking on a culinary journey across the Mediterranean, with each room channeling a different region: Spain, Santorini, and Morocco. The ambiance is captivating, making you feel as if you've been whisked away to a seaside haven. The drinks menu is a delightful surprise, featuring punny names and unique recipes. The Berry Your Feelings cocktail was a standout, striking a perfect balance of flavors. Each of us tried a different drink, and everyone was impressed. The food, too, is exceptional. The branzino I ordered was cooked to perfection, its delicate flavor enhanced by the accompanying ingredients. However, the salad was a bit of a letdown; while each layer had its own distinct flavor, they didn't quite meld together. Service was excellent. The Waitress was attentive but not too attentive. She knew when to come and what to recommend. Excellent job. The manager was super friendly and told us of the history of the restaurant. Fun fact, the tennis club was originally built as a private club in the 70s and place for the stars to go and have some privacy and relax while filming movies. Despite this minor hiccup with the salad, my experience at Santuari was wonderful. It's a charming spot that offers a refreshing escape from the city, serving up excellent food and drinks in an enchanting setting. I wholeheartedly recommend it for anyone looking for a unique dining experience in Los Angeles.

Food was very very good but we were disappointed with the deserts. Service was top notch. We will go again.

The atmosphere at Santuari was nearly perfect; and the building itself was quite spectacular. Yet all of that fades in comparison to the delicious food that we were served. Everything that we ordered was cooked to perfection, though the Rock Shrimp Beignets and the Pistachio Gelato were surprising and pungent a symphony of flavors that kept revealing layers with each bite. Perfect for special occasions and groups. Cannot wait to go back.

Amazing location nestled within trees etc., super beautiful. You get to watch people play tennis while you eat. The food is really yummy. They told us they source their ingredients from a local farmers market every week, which is amazing. I really enjoyed the 5 cheese plate as well. I recommended their tequila based cocktail forgot the name — it was super light and the right amount of sweet.

Overall, it's a nice venue but my biggest gripe is the food portions are so small and overpriced for it. In addition, some of the dish that I chose doesn't aligned with menu description as well as the server's is inaccurate versus of what was actually brought out.