MÉLISSE & CITRIN FAQS
For private dining and party inquiries, please reach out to Lynda Atri.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mélisse and Citrin Located?
1104 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica CA, 90401
Mélisse and Citrin are located in the SAME gray building on the southeast corner of Wilshire Blvd and 11th St.
To enter Citrin, enter through our red door off of 11th St under the awning.
To enter Mélisse, find the down-step to the door on Wilshire Blvd.
You must have a reservation.
Ring the doorbell at your reservation time.
What is the best way to contact Citrin?
You can give us a call at 310-395-0881 or email us at info@citrinandmelisse.com
What is the best way to contact Mélisse?
Please email us at melisse@citrinandmelisse.com
Are Melisse and Citrin the same restaurant?
While these two restaurants are under the same roof, they are two distinct restaurants with two separate entrances.
Citrin restaurant offers a seasonal a la carte menu or prix fixe menu option and is available for dine-in in our outdoor garden. We also have a large bar with dining available.
The restaurant at Mélisse offers a Chef’s tasting experience, complete with its own kitchen and team. There are 14 seats in the Mélisse room, with only 5 tables. The chef’s tasting menu is $399.
How do I make reservations at Mélisse?
Reservations for Mélisse are available through OpenTable. (click here)
We are currently offering one seating time on Wednesday at 6:30pm. There are two seating times Thursday-Saturday, 5:30pm and 8:30pm.
Parties are restricted to 2 and 4 guests, however we do occasionally make exceptions.
The deposit of $150 per person will be applied to your final bill on the night of your reservation. Just as with attending a sporting event, concert or the theater, all sales are final. We cannot cancel your reservation or reschedule it for another night. If you cannot come, we recommend that you transfer your reservation to someone else.
If you have any questions prior to your reservation, please reach out to the Melisse team.
When do reservations become available?
Reservations are released one month at a time, within the first week of the preceding month (example, April 2024 released the first week of March 2024)
Do you offer vegan or vegetarian menus at Mélisse?
Unfortunately, no. We are not able to accommodate vegan or vegetarian menus at Mélisse. We are able to accommodate some modifications for pescatarian or shellfish allergies, but we kindly ask that you reach out to us prior to booking to confirm.
How do I make reservations at Citrin?
Reservations for Citrin are available on OpenTable (click here). Walk-ins are also welcome.
We accept parties up to 6 online. For larger parties, a private event is required. To inquire about a private event, please email info@citrinandmelisse.com
When is Evening Glass Off Happy Hour?
Evening Glass Off, our version of happy hour, is available at the Citrin bar Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30pm to 7pm. Available for walk-ins only, first come first serve.
What is your wine service?
Citrin: Wine service is limited to 4 bottles maximum. $50 per bottle for the first two bottles, the third and fourth are $75 each. If you buy a bottle and bring your own, we will waive the wine service fee for that bottle.
Mélisse: $100 for each bottle, 2 bottle maximum.
Do you accept walk-ins?
Yes, we accept walk-ins at Citrin.
What is parking like?
Our valet is located at Citrin, on the corner of 11th St and Wilshire Blvd for $15. The valet is available for guests of both Citrin and Mélisse. Cash and credit-cards accepted. There is also metered street parking available in the surrounding area.
What if I’d like to order digital gift cards instead of physical?
You can order digital gift cards here.
Are you hiring?
Yes! We are hiring front of house and back of house positions. To join our kitchen team, please email Ryan Lithgow here. To join our front of house team, please email Fabian Gortares here.