30-06-2025
Two Iconic Beachfront Malibu Restaurants Are Reopening After the Palisades Fire
Malibu beachfront restaurant Gladstones is partially reopening for the first time since the Palisades Fire. The restaurant will open its outdoor deck on July 4, while the interior remains closed for renovations due to the damage caused by the fire.
Gladstones' outdoor deck has an updated look courtesy of architect Stephen Francis Jones and features a new mural from artist Jonas Never. When the deck reopens, it will serve well-known classics like fish tacos, ceviche, lobster rolls, and cocktails. The interior of Gladstones is slated to open in early 2026. Throughout July, the restaurant will offer 50 percent off food and drinks for Malibu and Palisades residents, as well as first responders.
Both Duke's and Gladstones were in the path of the Palisades fire, though their main structures remained standing. Reopenings in the area were further delayed after Pacific Coast Highway was temporarily closed again due to mudslides in April. In recent months, businesses along the heavily trafficked coastline stretch have reopened, but clean-up efforts remain ongoing.
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