Marina del Rey, Calif.--The Cheesecake Factory in Marina del Rey is part of a popular chain of more than 160 restaurants  that began in California. One of the few two-story Cheesecake Factory restaurants, the Marina del Rey location holds the distinguished position as Number 2 in the chain; there are over 30 of The Cheesecake Factory units in California spanning the state from San Diego to Sacramento.

Launched in Marina del Rey in 1983 as the 2nd Cheesecake Factory location, the location is extremely popular, within walking distance to most hotels. You can see Marriott from the second floor patio dining that also overlooks Mother's Beach. Affordable hotels and the Five Diamond Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey all are a short walk from the restaurant which sees diners from around the globe stopping to enjoy a hearty meal at a reasonable price.

You can see from the photo that the restaurant is beach - casual, not requiring dress up attire for lunch or dinner. The one thing you may want to bring if you decide to eat outside is a sweater or jacket. Due to its ocean-close location, evenings take on a chill even in the summer months.

Indoor dining is available, while the patio offers opportunity to enjoy the Southern California sunshine.

For planning your vacation in Marina del Rey, contact: Marina del Rey Convention and Visitors Bureau. visitthemarina.com