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    Prima Cantina, Restaurant in Malibu
    Restaurant

    Prima Cantina

    Malibu

    Restaurant in Malibu, United States

    The Read

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    Prima Cantina is a practical Malibu choice for a casual celebration built around Baja Mexican food rather than a formal, high-ceremony dinner. It makes the most sense for dates, birthdays, and small groups already spending time along the coast; larger private events need direct confirmation before planning around it.

    About Prima Cantina

    Prima Cantina is a Baja Mexican restaurant in Malibu.

    Better for basics than detailed private-dining planning

    Prima Cantina offers Baja Mexican dining in Malibu.

    For planning around the area, use the Malibu restaurants guide. If the meal is only one part of the trip, also see the Malibu hotels guide, the Malibu bars guide, the Malibu wineries guide, and the Malibu experiences guide.

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    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: 12–9 PM · Tuesday: 12–9 PM
    Location
    22235 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265
    Reservations
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    Website
    primacantina.com
    Phone
    (310) 456-0193

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Casual neighborhood spot with a bar-forward feel; photos show TV seating and a relaxed, everyday atmosphere.

    Tags

    Best For

    Casual Hangout

    Experience

    Standalone

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Kitchen
    Traditional
    Menu Format
    A la carte
    Drinks Focus
    Craft cocktails, Margaritas

    Signature Dishes

    • Cocina Asada Tacos
    • Cocina Shrimp Fajitas
    • Cocina Pescado Tacos
    • Cocina Branzino
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    22235 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    12–9 PM
    Tuesday
    12–9 PM
    Wednesday
    12–9 PM
    Thursday
    12–9 PM
    Friday
    12–9 PM
    Saturday
    12–9 PM
    Sunday
    12–9 PM

    Location

    22235 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265 · Directions

    (310) 456-0193

    primacantina.com

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    Prima Cantina is a Baja Mexican restaurant in Malibu.