Citrin – French
This luminous sanctuary of modern fine dining invites guests into a world where seasonal vibrancy meets the height of culinary decadence. Silken ribbons of citrus-cured hamachi and the iconic, velvet-rich egg caviar showcase a masterclass in precision, while the "Into the Vegetable Garden" course paints a vivid, edible portrait of the earth’s bounty. Every plate is a sophisticated balance of textures and tones, from the delicate sweetness of Stonington Maine scallops to the opulent, briny pop of Royal Osetra caviar.
1104 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, California CA 90025 https://citrinandmelisse.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the flavorful soup and the inviting ambiance, noting it as an ideal spot for both casual meals and professional gatherings. Reviewers highlight the polite and attentive service staff who consistently check on guests to
Menu
Appetizers
- Citrus Cured Hamachi Crudo - $33: Honeydew Radish, Avocado, Trout Roe, Cucumber-Lime-Wasabi-Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butternut Squash Soup - $30: Pumpkin Seed Hash, Truffle and Comté Mousse Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Egg - $185: Truffle Sauce, Shaved Australian Perigord Truffle, Toasted Brioche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Stonington Maine Scallop - $45: Romanesco, Cauliflower, Almonds, Olive, Meyer Lemon Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Caviar - $51: Kaluga Caviar, Soft Poached Egg, Cauliflower Mousseline, Lemon Chive Créme Fraiche Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Royal Osetra Caviar - $175: Potato Blinis, Traditional Accoutrements Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- N25 Schrenckii Caviar - $250: Potato Blinis, Traditional Accoutrements Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Salade Mélisse - $28: Shaved Vegetables, Parmesan, Truffle Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore Available at: dinner, lunch
- Into The Vegetable Garden - $29: Ode To Manresa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Persimmon Salad - $29: Escarole, Radicchio, Candied Walnuts, Fourme d'Ambert, Sherry Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Braised Brandt Beef Cannelloni - $38: Comté Glaze, Vodka Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Bolognese - $48: Maine Lobster, Handmade Capellini, Brown Butter Truffle Froth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agnolotti en Brodo - $38: Braised Veal, Turnip, Quail Broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honeynut Squash Agnolotti - $35: Chestnut Mushrooms, Brown Butter, Sage Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Ragout - $40: Cavatelli Pasta, Pistachios, Pecorino Cheese, Toasted Bread Crumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Risotto - $185: Aged Acquerello Rice, Shaved Australian Perigord Truffles, Brown Butter-Truffle Froth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Handmade Tagliatelle Pasta - $185: Shaved Australian Perigord Truffles, Brown Butter-Truffle Froth Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Brandt Beef Eye of Rib Eye - $70: Braised Short Rib, Young Broccoli, Black Bean Condiment, Umami Bordelaise Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Millbrook Farm Venison - $70: Salt Baked Celery Root, Pearl Onion, Chanterelles, Poivrade Sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Fish of the Day - $69: Winter Vegetables, Lemongrass Broth Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shinkei-Jime Vermilion Rockfish - $65: Snap Peas, Black Trumpet, Basil, Brown Butter Whey Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Almond Crusted Dover Sole - $95: Potato Gnocchi, Bloomsdale Spinach, Roasted Salsify, Champagne Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dirty Chicken for Two - $86: Nantes Carrot, Brussel Sprouts, Morels, Potato Mousseline, Roasted Chicken Jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- 16 oz Brandt Beef Rib Eye - $96: King Oyster Mushroom, Lemon Glazed Potato, Sweet Pepper Condiment Available at: dinner
- Hida Japanese A5 Wagyu Sirloin - $226 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Country Roll, Basil Brioche - $15: Beurre de Baratte Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Selection of Fine Cheeses and Accoutrements - $45 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pear Pavlova - $22: Earl Grey and Vanilla Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Soufflé - $22: Cocoa Nibs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Pineapple Soufflé - $22: Coconut Sorbet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Dark Chocolate Tart - $22: Feuilletine and Lemon Macaroni Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Tumbling Dice - $20: Mezcal, Aperol, Hibiscus Syrup, Lime Juice, Habanero Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Torn & Frayed - $20: Gin, St. Germain, Cucumbers, Mint, Lime Juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Brown Sugar - $26: Coffee and Cinnamon Infused Eagle Rare 10 yr, Brown Butter Demerara, Giffard Vanilla de Madagascar, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Black Magic Woman (Spirit Free) - $18: Monday Mezcal, Passionfruit, Pineapple, Agave, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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