{"id":396,"date":"2025-07-03T06:20:02","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T06:20:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecodriveautosales.com\/us\/?p=396"},"modified":"2025-07-04T00:16:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T00:16:34","slug":"head-to-malibu-neptunes-net-fast-furious-filming%e2%80%91location-restaurant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecodriveautosales.com\/us\/head-to-malibu-neptunes-net-fast-furious-filming%e2%80%91location-restaurant\/","title":{"rendered":"Head to Malibu! Neptune\u2019s Net\u2014Fast &#038; Furious Filming\u2011Location Restaurant"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\nbody{\n  font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,\"Segoe UI\",Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\n  line-height:1.55;color:#111;\n}\n.hl-yellow{background:#ffeb3b;padding:0 4px;}  \/* WCAG AA *\/\n.hl-pink  {background:#ff99b8;padding:0 4px;}\n.center{text-align:center;position:relative;width:100%;max-width:640px;margin:1em auto;}\n.center iframe{position:absolute;inset:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;}\n<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"styled_h2\">How to Make the Most of Malibu\u2019s Ultra-Chic Beach Scene<\/h2>\n<p>How many spots pop into your head when you picture beaches in the United States\u2014especially in California?<\/p>\n<p>Even around Los Angeles alone, you\u2019ve got no shortage of famous, crowd-pleasing stretches of sand, from Santa Monica and Venice to Malibu.<\/p>\n<p><mark class=\"hl-yellow\">For our second beach spotlight\u2014following Santa Monica Beach\u2014we\u2019re turning the lens on the ever-popular <strong>Malibu Beach<\/strong>!<\/mark><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">1. About Malibu<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s about a 40-minute drive north of LAX.<br \/>\n<mark class=\"hl-yellow\">Take the ocean-hugging Pacific Coast Highway (PCH)<\/mark> and you\u2019ll roll right into Malibu.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Because it sits a bit farther from downtown Los Angeles, Malibu usually escapes the worst crowds\u2014another point in its favor.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"center\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;\">\n  <iframe style=\"border:0;\" \n          src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d105789.94930215784!2d-118.85033427109373!3d34.04551493594291!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f12.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80e81da9f908d63f%3A0x93b72d71b2ea8c5a!2z44Ki44Oh44Oq44Kr5ZCI6KGG5Zu9IOOCq-ODquODleOCqeODq-ODi-OCouW3niDjg57jg6rjg5Y!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1713253746715!5m2!1sen!2sus\" \n          allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">2. History<\/h3>\n<p><mark class=\"hl-yellow\">Malibu originally belonged to the Chumash people, Native Americans of this region.<\/mark><\/p>\n<p>They called the area \u201cHumaliwo,\u201d meaning \u201cthe surf sounds loudly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In 1891, Frederick Hastings Rindge, an entrepreneur from New England,<br \/>\nbought the land to build a dream home like those on the coasts of France and Italy.<\/p>\n<p><mark class=\"hl-yellow\">Back then Malibu had no public roads; people traveled at low tide by horse-drawn carriage.<\/mark><\/p>\n<p>After Frederick\u2019s death in 1905, his wife, May Knight Rindge, fought for two decades to keep public roads off the family\u2019s property.<\/p>\n<p><strong><mark class=\"hl-pink\">The county and state eventually won rights-of-way, and today\u2019s Pacific Coast Highway opened in 1926.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Rindge family home\u2014known as the \u201cAdamson House\u201d and located near Malibu Pier\u2014was built by their daughter Rhoda in 1929.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ecodriveondemand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\u30a2\u30a4\u30ad\u30e3\u30c3\u30c1-10.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">3. Must-See: Malibu Pier<\/h3>\n<p>The top pick in Malibu is, without question, Malibu Pier!<\/p>\n<p><mark class=\"hl-yellow\">With restaurants, caf\u00e9s, and chic shops you won\u2019t find on other piers, it\u2019s the perfect place to unwind in style!<\/mark><\/p>\n<p>Below, we\u2019ll break down all the highlights!<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C5HXLFNSNPZ\/\" style=\"max-width:540px; min-width:326px; width:99.375%; width:calc(100% - 2px); border:1px solid #ddd; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px rgba(0,0,0,0.5);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C5HXLFNSNPZ\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding:19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frontier_ecodrive\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\">Frontier by EcoDrive (@frontier_ecodrive)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">4. Fresh Seafood Restaurant<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s a restaurant right by the shoreline as soon as you step onto Malibu Pier.<\/p>\n<p><mark class=\"hl-yellow\">Here you can dig into delicious, seafood-forward dishes.<\/mark><\/p>\n<p><mark class=\"hl-yellow\">Everything is made with locally sourced, often organic ingredients!<\/mark><\/p>\n<p>Because they\u2019re picky about every element, even the vegetables were surprisingly tasty.<br \/>\nMany plates come out in vibrant colors, making the meal as fun to look at as it is to eat.<br \/>\n<mark class=\"hl-pink\">If you\u2019re into flavorful yet healthy cuisine, this place is right up your alley!<\/mark><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CuspswkhtrD\/\" style=\"max-width:540px; min-width:326px; width:99.375%; width:calc(100% - 2px); border:1px solid #ddd; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px rgba(0,0,0,0.5);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CuspswkhtrD\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding:19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frontier_ecodrive\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\">Frontier by EcoDrive (@frontier_ecodrive)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">5. Chic Caf\u00e9<\/h3>\n<p>Venture toward the far end of the pier and you\u2019ll find a stylish caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n<p>Run by the same company as the restaurant, it offers terrace seating surrounded by the sea\u2014perfect for savoring great coffee and more.<\/p>\n<p><mark class=\"hl-yellow\">This time I tried the ice cream and a hot latte.<\/mark><\/p>\n<p>Both were wonderfully rich with just the right touch of sweetness\u2014absolutely fantastic!<\/p>\n<p><strong><mark class=\"hl-pink\">Heads-up: the caf\u00e9 closes early\u2014around 3 or 4 p.m. on weekdays, so plan your visit accordingly!<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CwyVvJ3SzXf\/\" style=\"max-width:540px; min-width:326px; width:99.375%; width:calc(100% - 2px); border:1px solid #ddd; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px rgba(0,0,0,0.5);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CwyVvJ3SzXf\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding:19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frontier_ecodrive\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\">Frontier by EcoDrive (@frontier_ecodrive)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">6. Gift-Worthy Boutique<\/h3>\n<p>Directly across from the caf\u00e9 you\u2019ll find a stylish little shop.<\/p>\n<p><mark class=\"hl-yellow\">Inside you\u2019ll discover plenty of ocean-themed trinkets and other cute, design-forward goodies.<\/mark><\/p>\n<p>Take your time and pick out the perfect souvenir!<\/p>\n<p>Tip: a staircase outside the shop leads to a terrace with a panoramic view of the entire pier\u2014don\u2019t miss it!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">7. Other Recommended Beaches<\/h3>\n<p>Malibu has plenty of additional must-see spots.<\/p>\n<p>Many of its pristine beaches double as filming locations for movies and TV shows.<\/p>\n<p><strong><mark class=\"hl-pink\">Unlike Malibu Pier, you\u2019ll be trekking over rocks and steep paths, so wear sturdy walking shoes!<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For example, <mark class=\"hl-yellow\">El Matador State Beach was used as a location in the 2004 movie <em>The Notebook<\/em>.<\/mark><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to picture young Noah and Allie sharing those blissful moments here.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CzM5mYSyYEJ\/\" style=\"max-width:540px; min-width:326px; width:99.375%; width:calc(100% - 2px); border:1px solid #ddd; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px rgba(0,0,0,0.5);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CzM5mYSyYEJ\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding:19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frontier_ecodrive\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\">Frontier by EcoDrive (@frontier_ecodrive)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Another gem for sunset lovers is Point Dume, which <mark class=\"hl-yellow\">served as the climactic beach in the 1968 film <em>Planet of the Apes<\/em>.<\/mark><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C4MMHRyvRaF\/\" style=\"max-width:540px; min-width:326px; width:99.375%; width:calc(100% - 2px); border:1px solid #ddd; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px rgba(0,0,0,0.5);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C4MMHRyvRaF\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding:19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frontier_ecodrive\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\">Frontier by EcoDrive (@frontier_ecodrive)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">8. In Closing<\/h3>\n<p>Malibu overflows with attractions!<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy a coastal cruise along the PCH and <mark class=\"hl-yellow\">make time for breathtaking viewpoints and chilled-out caf\u00e9s<\/mark>.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CzsGsZfP8Jq\/\" style=\"max-width:540px; min-width:326px; width:99.375%; width:calc(100% - 2px); border:1px solid #ddd; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px rgba(0,0,0,0.5);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CzsGsZfP8Jq\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding:19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frontier_ecodrive\/\" style=\"color:#000; text-decoration:none;\">Frontier by EcoDrive (@frontier_ecodrive)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Make the Most of Malibu\u2019s Ultra-Chic Beach Scene How many spots pop into your head when you picture beaches in the United States\u2014especially in California? Even around Los Angeles alone, you\u2019ve got no shortage of famous, crowd-pleasing stretches of sand, from Santa Monica and Venice to Malibu. 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