Went twice for a quick lunch. Food was SO good. The views were great too.
Greg Hayes
Amazing food and service Our servers were awesome! Kayla an Marco.
Michael Petrillo
Awesome fries, lovely roof top bar - went during the weekday
Art Osby
Slider and empenada? Were very good. Visited on a food tour so can't really say much about the service or atmosphere. But the food that was sampled was really good.
Rob Bruce
Good food, almost an amazing view!
Migelle Paolo Orobia
Food took forever. By the time we received our food, some of our party already finished their food. For such an expensive restaurant, we were expecting the service to be better. If you’re spending >$30 per dish, we expected our party to eat together. Instead, we were eating at different times because the food took too long to get to us. We were the first patrons upon the restaurant opening. They didn’t tell us they only had one cook until some of our party already received their food. More disappointing, the food was not worth the wait. Food lacked seasoning. Some of the pasta dishes were horrible. We couldn’t even stand one bite of the Chicken Marsala. I ordered the catch of the day and it took 45 mins for my food to get to me. I recommend eating somewhere else. We ordered oysters on the half shell. They brought us scallops and told us they were out of oysters. I just don’t understand why they would bring us something that we didn’t order. We ended up taking it because we were hungry and we didn’t have much time on the island. This was definitely a waste of time.
Angelina Z
Food was very good! Indoor tables were very wobbly and there was a mix up when I ordered my chicken sandwich with fries they thought I meant an extra set of fries so I paid for two bowls of fries. Soda machine was also broken.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
VICTOR MOCTEZUMA
We were hoping to enjoy our breakfast here but the reason why we didnt enjoy the food was mainly because of the mediocre service here. We wanted to sit down at the Terrace and he didnt feel like having us there (literally), he told us we could sit down and even if an hour went by, we wouldnt come help us or take our order for food. Dont give your business to this place if you are getting treated like you aren't even worth taking a food order
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Alejandra angel
the service here is AWFUL. Don’t waste your time coming to this place; the view is pretty but the horrible service will ruin your whole experience. Choose from any of the other nice places Avalon has to offer!
I DO NOT recommend this place. The view is very beautiful but the service and food are NOT good. A very racist man works outside who made us feel very uncomfortable with his attention. I wouldn't recommend it, there are many other good places on the island.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Em
This is a very nice terrace but the service is terrible. I would not recommend at all.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jaime de la rosa
The hispanic guy that is in charge of the terrace had a very bad attitude with me and my friends. I am surprised that this level of service is being offered at such a nice restaurant. He made us leave, we didnt want to dine with that bad environment.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Blue
wow I am so sad that this was my first impression of Catalina Island and the service provided at this restaurant. this guy kicked our party of six out of the restaurant. he was extremely rude and told us that the restaurant was closed even though it’s 10:30 AM and there’s plenty of people having breakfast. I asked him if he was the owner, considering the attitude that he had with customers., and he told me he wasn’t the owner, but that was “his section”. I hope the owner reads this and double checks the quality of people he has hired because this level of disrespect is not okay.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ivan Zhurbin
Topside by NDMK is an absolute gem in Avalon, offering an unforgettable dining experience with a stunning view of the harbor. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and impeccable service that set the tone for the occasion.
The seafood risotto was the star of the show—hands down one of the best I've ever had. Packed with generous, succulent chunks of lobster and perfectly grilled scallops, the dish was an explosion of flavor. The risotto itself was creamy and seasoned to perfection, complementing the fresh seafood beautifully.
The cocktails were equally impressive—crafted with care and a touch of creativity, making them the perfect pairing for the coastal vibe. I highly recommend the signature drinks, which are as refreshing as the sea breeze rolling in from the harbor.
The ambiance at Topside by NDMK is second to none. The relaxed yet elegant atmosphere, coupled with a panoramic view of Avalon’s picturesque harbor, made for a perfect evening. Whether you're there for a casual meal or a special occasion, this spot delivers in every way.
If you’re in Avalon, this is a must-visit! The combination of incredible food, top-notch service, and breathtaking views will leave you planning your next visit before you’ve even finished your meal.
PS The place was so good we came back for dinner the same day before heading for Long Beach ?
Went twice for a quick lunch. Food was SO good. The views were great too.
Amazing food and service Our servers were awesome! Kayla an Marco.
Awesome fries, lovely roof top bar - went during the weekday
Slider and empenada? Were very good. Visited on a food tour so can't really say much about the service or atmosphere. But the food that was sampled was really good.
Good food, almost an amazing view!
Food took forever. By the time we received our food, some of our party already finished their food. For such an expensive restaurant, we were expecting the service to be better. If you’re spending >$30 per dish, we expected our party to eat together. Instead, we were eating at different times because the food took too long to get to us. We were the first patrons upon the restaurant opening. They didn’t tell us they only had one cook until some of our party already received their food. More disappointing, the food was not worth the wait. Food lacked seasoning. Some of the pasta dishes were horrible. We couldn’t even stand one bite of the Chicken Marsala. I ordered the catch of the day and it took 45 mins for my food to get to me. I recommend eating somewhere else. We ordered oysters on the half shell. They brought us scallops and told us they were out of oysters. I just don’t understand why they would bring us something that we didn’t order. We ended up taking it because we were hungry and we didn’t have much time on the island. This was definitely a waste of time.
Food was very good! Indoor tables were very wobbly and there was a mix up when I ordered my chicken sandwich with fries they thought I meant an extra set of fries so I paid for two bowls of fries. Soda machine was also broken.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
We were hoping to enjoy our breakfast here but the reason why we didnt enjoy the food was mainly because of the mediocre service here. We wanted to sit down at the Terrace and he didnt feel like having us there (literally), he told us we could sit down and even if an hour went by, we wouldnt come help us or take our order for food. Dont give your business to this place if you are getting treated like you aren't even worth taking a food order
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
the service here is AWFUL. Don’t waste your time coming to this place; the view is pretty but the horrible service will ruin your whole experience. Choose from any of the other nice places Avalon has to offer!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Bad service from the local Latin staff
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
I DO NOT recommend this place. The view is very beautiful but the service and food are NOT good. A very racist man works outside who made us feel very uncomfortable with his attention. I wouldn't recommend it, there are many other good places on the island.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
This is a very nice terrace but the service is terrible. I would not recommend at all.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The hispanic guy that is in charge of the terrace had a very bad attitude with me and my friends. I am surprised that this level of service is being offered at such a nice restaurant. He made us leave, we didnt want to dine with that bad environment.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
wow I am so sad that this was my first impression of Catalina Island and the service provided at this restaurant. this guy kicked our party of six out of the restaurant. he was extremely rude and told us that the restaurant was closed even though it’s 10:30 AM and there’s plenty of people having breakfast. I asked him if he was the owner, considering the attitude that he had with customers., and he told me he wasn’t the owner, but that was “his section”. I hope the owner reads this and double checks the quality of people he has hired because this level of disrespect is not okay.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Topside by NDMK is an absolute gem in Avalon, offering an unforgettable dining experience with a stunning view of the harbor. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and impeccable service that set the tone for the occasion.
The seafood risotto was the star of the show—hands down one of the best I've ever had. Packed with generous, succulent chunks of lobster and perfectly grilled scallops, the dish was an explosion of flavor. The risotto itself was creamy and seasoned to perfection, complementing the fresh seafood beautifully.
The cocktails were equally impressive—crafted with care and a touch of creativity, making them the perfect pairing for the coastal vibe. I highly recommend the signature drinks, which are as refreshing as the sea breeze rolling in from the harbor.
The ambiance at Topside by NDMK is second to none. The relaxed yet elegant atmosphere, coupled with a panoramic view of Avalon’s picturesque harbor, made for a perfect evening. Whether you're there for a casual meal or a special occasion, this spot delivers in every way.
If you’re in Avalon, this is a must-visit! The combination of incredible food, top-notch service, and breathtaking views will leave you planning your next visit before you’ve even finished your meal.
PS The place was so good we came back for dinner the same day before heading for Long Beach ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
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