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Rancho Palos Verdes - Nelson's restaurant
3.9

Nelson's

  • Rancho Palos Verdes
  • $$$
  • American
  • Elevated
  • Food
    bad
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Food's charm is strictly skin deep

The culinary highlights include the savory Blackened Salmon Chopped Salad, the enormous Bavarian Pretzel, and the Ahi Tuna Sandwich, all offering a fleeting thrill. Yet, the menu lacks creativity and variety, leaving diners with overall lackluster flavor and inconsistent portion sizes.

  • Okay Portions

    Portions vary, some find them perfect, others too small.

  • Bad Value

    Food described as average, mediocre or ok, yet still overpriced.

Top 3 dishes at Nelson's

  1. 1

    Seafood Cobb Salad 🏆

    Seafood Cobb Salad dish
  2. 2

    Sandwiches

    Sandwiches dish
  3. 3

    Lobster Rolls

    Lobster Rolls dish

Vibe: Visual delights meet auditory dread

The ambiance at this establishment is undeniably charming, featuring elegant decor with stunning ocean views. Features like live music enhance the experience, making it suitable for romantic date nights while enveloping diners in a warm, inviting atmosphere, perfect for unwinding.

  • Great Aesthetic

    The ambiance enhances dining with elegant, cozy, and spectacular views.

  • Okay for Dates

    WOM lacks bite-sized context to explain the neutral Date Night sway.

  • No Buzz

    Mediocre food, overpriced with long waits, and overhyped, lacking substance

Perks: Hindered by slow service and confusion

Though the restaurant offers cozy outdoor seating and welcomes pets, the service is notoriously slow and often unprofessional. Reservations can lead to confusion and frustration, while parking options are either limited or inconvenient, detracting from the overall dining experience.

  • Great for Groups

    Staff arranged perfect seating for group by fire pit, great experience.

  • Okay for Kids

    Family dining with average food; suitable for kids but limited menu options.

  • Bad Staff