The Sunset Restaurant in Malibu

The classic Oysters Rockefeller is on the menu.  (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)

Heirloom tomato bisque features tomatoes from Tutti Frutti Farms.  (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)

Fish ‘n’ chips is made from whitefish and comes with lemon caper aioli and a heap of fries.  (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)

The small dining room upstairs is called the White Room and has panoramic windows, white leather slipper armchairs and striped banquettes.  (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)

Sweet corn ravioli is accented with hon-shimeiji mushrooms, sweet peppers and creamy feta cheese.  (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)

The BBQ pork sliders on brioche buns are served with tater tots and are $5 a pair.  (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)

Hand-made ice cream sandwiches come two to an order, with chocolate chip or peanut butter cookies.  (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)

Unbeatable beach views, an appealingly laid-back scene and live music add up to a unique dining experience.  (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)