Cafe At The Getty Villa - Malibu

The highlight of our visit was the exceptional service. The waitstaff who brought our food and cleared our table were cheerful and courteous. We noticed other servers were just as friendly and attentive. Since the payment is made in advance in a cafeteria style, it seems they are well-compensated and well-trained. They even offer an afternoon tea for $38 per person, which is something to consider for our next visit. One downside: the napkins left lint on my sweater, so I’ll need to bring a lint brush next time!

We had an excellent meal at the museum. My group of three enjoyed a tasty lunch on February 18, 2012. The weather was lovely, so we sat on the outdoor terrace. The service was efficient, and our food arrived quickly. I ordered the Mediterranean plate, while the others had the grilled Portobello and Margherita pizza. After a few minutes of relaxation post-lunch, we continued our visit to the Getty Villa.

I love this place. A beautiful environment. Food is surprisingly good. No ordinary museum dinner!

Lovely architectural surroundings. My mom and I shared the cheese and fruit tray for two. The cheese was amazing, the fruit was different and the cinnamon, raisin, pecan toasettes were absolutely yummy. We even had toasted almonds and walnuts to go with this delectable plate. There were two things I was disappointed in: 1) no refills on our iced tea or Diet Coke and, 2) we needed more crackers or toastettes for the yummy cheese we ate. I just wish the service was more attentive. But at least we got a guide on the cheese we ate. Otherwise, what I thought was brie, really wasn't. After wandering around a Roman Villa, you get a bit hungry and are looking for a snack that will appease your growing appetite. The cafe has a good selection of treats and meals to try. If you're looking for that espresso or cappuccino, then best look to the snack cart outside.

Great museum, worth a visit. Eating here is expensive, so bring your own lunch with you.