It’s that time of year! The holidays are here which means it’s time to start gift shopping for families and friends. There are tons of stores to choose from in Malibu and this is the perfect time to shop small and support local businesses. We asked our team what their favorite local shops and restaurants are and put together this 2021 Malibu holiday shopping guide for you below!
Malibu Country Mart
Malibu Colony Co. – locally owned and operated gift shop with 25+ years in the Malibu community. Visit their store or shop their website here.
Room at the Beach – home decor shop owned by interior designer Elizabeth Lamont. Visit their store or shop their website here (including their designated holiday section).
Taverna Tony – Greek restaurant serving traditional family recipes with home-made bread baked daily. Visit their restaurant or view their website here.
Malibu Grooming Co. – premier pet boutique providing grooming services and pet supplies. Buy a gift for your loved one’s best companion including toys, treats, attire, and grooming services. Visit their store or view their website here.
Mindry – meditation, yoga, and wellness lifestyle brand founded in 2019 by two Malibu locals Jen Rossi and Willow Kalatchi. Visit their store, purchase a gift card here, shop their products here, or book one of their in-person or virtual classes here.
Toy Crazy – toys, games, puzzles, and crafts galore. The owner Melissa Moore has been in the toy business for 33 years. Visit their store or view their website here.
9026eyes – curated collection of eyewear not found in big box stores including a Vintage collection with styles from all over the world that changes weekly. Visit their store or shop their website here.
Strange Family Vineyards – a vineyard with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes in the Santa Rita Hills owned by the Strange Family. Purchase a bottle of wine and other related goodies for a wine lover by visiting their tasting room in the Malibu Lumberyard or shopping their website here.
Double RL – “This high-end clothing store, an off-shoot of Ralph Lauren, has amazing vintage and western style clothes that really fit the Malibu lifestyle.” Visit their store or purchase a gift card here.
The Park at Cross Creek
Howdy’s – fresh Mexican food with delicious sushi burritos. The original Howdy’s Taqueria closed its doors in 2014 but just reopened 6 years later. Visit their restaurant or purchase a gift card here (Our team’s favorite work day lunch spot!)
Barefoot Dreams – the softest and coziest blankets, loungewear, and apparel for the whole family. They originated in Malibu and just opened their first storefront at The Park. Visit their store or shop their website here
Cure – a medical wellness center with a variety of products and services including massages, fitness classes, hair styling, and more. View their services here or purchase a gift card here.
Blue Bottle – the perfect gift for any coffee lover. Visit their shop, purchase a gift card here, shop their holiday collection here, or purchase a coffee gift subscription here.
Trancas Country Market
Drill Surf & Skate – surf and skate shop with surfboards, wetsuits, and clothes. Visit their store, shop their clothing here, or purchase a surfboard/skateboard/stand up paddle board lesson here.
Kristy’s – delicious American food open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Visit their restaurant or view their website here.
Malibu Brewing Company – a new brewery opening in Spring 2022! Although their taproom isn’t open quite yet, you can gift someone their merchandise and beer (view on their website here) for pickup at their taproom. Their beer is also available at Vintage Grocers, Agoura Wine & Beer Co., and Colony House Liquor.
SweetBu Candy – an old-fashioned candy shop with a modern twist featuring nostalgic treats, vegan/organic treats, and more. Visit their store, purchase a gift card here, order a pre-made gift basket, or customize your own here!
Sea Lily – eco-friendly floral design boutique with flowers and plants grown from local farmers. Available for in-store pickup or delivery throughout Malibu and surrounding areas. Visit their store or view their website here.
Malibu Colony Plaza
Bui Sushi – local sushi joint with fish sourced from Hawaii to Japan. The Hamachi Carpaccio is a local favorite. Visit their restaurant or purchase a gift card online here.
Ollo – California cuisine with Mediterranean influences. Their protein and produce is sourced from local farms. Visit their restaurant or purchase a gift card online here.
Point Dume Village
Lily’s – everyone’s all-time favorite breakfast burrito in Malibu. You can’t go wrong with a Lily’s gift card. Visit their restaurant or give them a call at (310) 457-3745. (A favorite by Nikki Hutcheson, Jessica Jedvaj, and the whole team!)
Abierto – gift shop with handmade goods by small businesses and artisans including candles, jewelry, stationary, and more. Visit their store or shop their website here
Le Cafe de La Plage – French-inspired cafe with a variety of pastries, coffee, breakfast food, and vegan ice cream handcrafted by the owners Sophie and Bernard. Visit their cafe or shop their menu and merchandise here.
Buzz Wax – a car wash service with the option for pick-up/drop-off. Visit them across the street from Point Dume Village or purchase a gift card here.
Zuma Plaza
Malibu Fitness – fitness studio with an open-air weight room, large studio, and outdoor patio. They offer 40 classes a week including Pilates, spin, dance, boxing, and more. Visit their gym, purchase a class here, or purchase a day/month membership here.
Spruzzo – the only Italian restaurant in Malibu with an ocean view and outdoor patio with a fire pit. Visit their restaurant or buy a gift card here.
Other
Ranch at the Pier – a quintessential gift shop embodying the ranch and surf life. Visit their store on The Malibu Pier or view their website here
Malibu Table Maven – in-home table styling or customized beach picnics at Westward or Will Rogers beach. Perfect for a romantic night with a loved one or a get-together with friends. View their Instagram here or submit an inquiry form here.
V’s Restaurant – great food, wine, and cocktails at this restaurant located on PCH. Visit their restaurant or purchase a gift card here.
Gravina – cozy family-style restaurant owned by a small Italian family with 30+ years of experience in top Italian fine dining. Visit their restaurant or view their website here. (A favorite by Russell Grether!)
There are plenty more stores and restaurants in Malibu, but we hope this guide helps you find some great gifts for your loved ones this year. Have a happy holiday season from our team to yours!
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