Castaway - Burbank

“The Castaway is truly one of the finest dining experiences I’ve had in Los Angeles. First, the view is absolutely breathtaking. Without question, it’s one of the best restaurant views in all of LA. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out, the scenery alone makes this place worth visiting.The food was top-notch and worth every penny. My steak was cooked perfectly—exactly as ordered—and paired beautifully with a fresh salad and the 50/50 mash, which was absolutely exquisite. Every bite reflected the quality and attention to detail that you expect from a high-end restaurant.As incredible as the food and atmosphere were, the true highlight of the evening was the service. Our server, Jonah, was genuinely one of the best servers I’ve ever had the pleasure of dining with. His recommendations were spot-on from start to finish. The cocktails were excellent and surprisingly reasonably priced, and his wine pairing recommendation for my steak elevated the entire meal.What started as a dinner outing ended feeling like an evening spent with a friend—dare I say, family. Jonah’s professionalism, personality, and attention to detail made the experience unforgettable. Thank you, Jonah, for making an already fantastic evening exceptional. We’ll absolutely be back, and a big reason for that is the outstanding service you provided.”

“The first time I went to this restaurant was around 2004 for a birthday party of 30 people. Honestly, I'm from Los Angeles and until that party, didn't know there were parts that had views of the entire city like this! The bartender told me there have been a few renovations since that time. The view from the patio dining and front reception area are the only areas that look familiar from before the recent fires--but still open and beautiful. There were fires in the canyon (again) the day I went back for a drink and Ceasar salad. It's nice that they hung the remaining large tree trunks from the area on the ceiling. It draws your eyes to the high ceiling with a treehouse feeling. The 2 bartenders were excellent, friendly and super happy to be there. That was a pleasant experience after a long day ending up at this restaurant after over 20 years. The menu item names were an entire theme, like you were going to a play. Really, I was recording video with my dog in my car, ended up driving up to the restaurant, where the valet was so nice. The attendant said I could go in wearing my tennis sneakers and leave the dog in the car at valet. I returned after recording and was able to grab a beer and salad before the kitchen closed. Thank you for providing an amazing experience after returning after years. The menu, presentation and atmosphere are even better than before. The view reminds me of Palos Verdes from the other side of the city. Even just getting a drink was an amazing adventure here.”

“Absolutely loved my experience at Castaway Burbank. The views overlooking the city are breathtaking, especially around sunset, and the atmosphere feels both upscale and relaxing. The food was delicious from start to finish — everything was beautifully presented and full of flavor. The cocktails were creative, the service was attentive, and the entire staff made us feel welcomed the whole night. This is definitely one of those places that feels perfect for a special occasion, date night, or even just a nice dinner with friends. Between the ambiance, amazing scenery, and quality of the food, Castaway really delivers a memorable dining experience. Can’t wait to come back!”

“I chose Castaway to celebrate my 21st birthday, and it was an unforgettable experience! It was also me and my girlfriend’s first time here, and she was absolutely blown away by everything from the service to the scenery. The food was spectacular and truly added to the occasion. We highly recommend the Seafood Platter—it was incredibly fresh and a real showstopper. The Lobster Mashed Potatoes were rich and flavorful, and the steak was cooked to perfection. Dining with that breathtaking view of Burbank at night made the milestone feel so much more special. I truly feel like this is a place that will continue to witness the most important milestones of my life. We’ll definitely be back for many more celebrations!”

“I’m giving this place 2 stars only because the view is stunning and the service was excellent. Our server, John, was friendly, attentive, and genuinely great. The ginger beer mocktail was delicious and the only thing I’d actually recommend. Unfortunately, every single dish we ordered was awful. We came starving, and left hungry.It’s honestly hard to believe that not one dish was even decent. We wanted to send every plate back. The Caesar salad was drowning in dressing. The chicken entrée was a big plate of absolutely flavorless, rubbery chicken. The fries were barely warm and had no garlic flavor at all. The popcorn chicken was old, rubbery, and so overcooked it looked and tasted like leftover scraps. Beautiful location, great service—but the kitchen seriously needs help.”