Places In Malibu Where You're Most Likely To Spot Celebrities

It's no secret that celebrities frequently flock to Malibu to enjoy the serene landscape and get away from their bustling lives in Los Angeles. The luxurious destination is roughly an hour from the heart of L.A. and offers 21 miles of stunning beach views. In fact, so many A-listers love the opulent town so much that they've managed to score some seriously nice — and expensive — beachfront properties. Kim Kardashian owns a whopping $70 million mansion, Jay-Z and Beyoncé just made history buying their $200 million estate, and even Lady Gaga seems to enjoy her $22.5 million pad.

There are already so many reasons to visit the affluent area — like surfing, hiking, and walking the beaches — but you can also add celebrity spying to that list by visiting a few places they frequent. While you're not guaranteed to see a superstar at any of the places listed, these are some great places to start. As a note, when in Malibu, you're likely to spot celebs living their everyday lives – dining at their favorite restaurants, grabbing some groceries, shopping, or enjoying beaches — so try to play it cool. And, even if don't spot any celebrities, the food and other activities of Malibu are still superb and worth the day trip from Los Angeles. 

As they say, celebrities ... they're just like us. Since Malibu is a more laid-back version of hectic L.A., it's also often a place where stars live a more normal version of their lives. While there are several phenomenal restaurants scattered throughout the area, if you're looking to spot some celebs, visiting some regular spots might garner more luck.

Malibu Country Mart is pretty much exactly what it sounds like, and their website describes it as an outdoor "premier seaside destination for high-end shopping and dining." The center is located in the heart of Malibu and includes several retail, dining, and wellness options. One of the restaurants within the complex, Lucky's Steakhouse, also just so happens to be a Kardashian hotspot where Kourtney Kardashian and her husband, Travis Barker, Kendall Jenner, and Caitlyn Jenner frequently dine.

Britney Spears made a rare public appearance amid her conservatorship battle to treat herself to a shopping spree at the Madison clothing store in April 2021. Emma Roberts also made headlines when she and her on-again, off-again fiancé, Evan Peters, rekindled their romance at an Airbnb before stopping to get Starbucks there in 2016. (The two broke up for good in 2019). Nicky Hilton and Simon Cowell are a few of the other celebs who frequent the Malibu Country Mart.

Soho House is a global hotel chain and exclusive private members' club with 40 locations globally, with establishments in New York City, Los Angeles, and of course, one in Malibu called Little Beach House Malibu. The Malibu location opened in 2016 and is located directly on the beach, conveniently next door to Nobu. The property offers stunning ocean views and an outdoor terrace serving Aegean cuisine (like a spicy feta dip, flame-grilled meatballs, and branzino) for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The location also prides itself on its curated art collection that showcases 120 pieces of art.

The members-only club has hosted several A-listers over the years. This includes couples like Justin and Hailey Bieber, Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson, Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick, and Sean Penn and Olga Korotyayeva. Just months before calling it quits, Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker were photographed smiling and chatting on the outdoor terrace.

Before getting too excited, you should know that the only way to get into Little Beach House is with an existing member, and memberships start at $1,100 per year. However, there are also dedicated spaces for hosting events, meetings, and private dinners, so there's always the possibility of a member inviting you to an event. But if you do receive an invite, know that the club takes members' privacy seriously, meaning no photos of the guests inside. 

Sometimes, celebrities seem to feel most comfortable hanging out and dining at establishments owned and operated by their fellow stars. Rande Gerber, who's married to Cindy Crawford and shares two model children, Kai and Presley Gerber, has been in the spotlight for over 20 years and has launched a business empire of his own. He co-founded Café Habana, a popular Cuban and Mexican restaurant, which has locations in New York City, Tokyo, and of course, Malibu. Visitors can dine on a variety of delicacies, like a Cubano, Habana Chop Salad, and several kinds of tacos and enchiladas. 

Besides Rande and his family (his son used to work at the hotspot), the sandwich shop attracts a plethora of stars. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's marriage may not have lasted, but before she filed for divorce in February 2021, the "Kardashians" star and the "Gold Digger" rapper spent a date night at Café Habana in 2019. Matthew McConaughey and his wife, Camila Alves, were photographed chowing down on some corn when the spot first opened. 

The authentic Cuban eatery also hosts karaoke nights, where none other than Bono, Sting, and Kid Rock have all sung a tune or two. To add even more star power to the mix, Rande is business partners with George Clooney, and he's been known to swing by every now and then. Clooney even picked the venue to celebrate his engagement to now-wife, Amal Clooney, in May 2014.

If there's one thing celebrities love, it's a restaurant with authentic cuisine and an impeccable vibe, and that's why Taverna Tony has been a celebrity hotspot for over two decades. In addition to a wide array of Mediterranean delicacies, the eatery is located by the aforementioned Malibu Country Mart. The restaurant offers traditional offerings like tzatziki, hummus, tabouli, moussaka, and several varieties of lamb, in addition to lighter options like savory salads, fresh seafood plates, and angel hair pasta. During special occasions, the restaurant even hires belly dancers to perform for their diners, and unlike other eateries on this list, landing a reservation here isn't difficult.

Many celebrities consider Taverna Tony to be one of their usual go-to spots, including Halle Berry, Salma Hayek, Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, and Scott Disick. The restaurant has also been a place where several celebrities have chosen to host their milestones and special occasions over the years. Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen once celebrated Father's Day here, and Kourtney Kardashian dined here alongside her three children for her 39th birthday. John Stamos even revealed in his memoir that he and his "Full House" co-stars would meet up at the hotspot during the early days of his tumultuous divorce from ex-wife Rebecca Romijn.