The Riviera Country Club was founded in 1926 by the members of the Los Angeles Athletic Club.

Their vision was to build the premier golf course and outdoor facility in Southern California. The serene escape they imagined became a reality in 1927 when the golf course opened to critical acclaim. The main clubhouse, built in a Spanish revival style, followed in 1928.

The club called upon famed Golden Age-architect George C. Thomas to design a course that would challenge the world’s best. After 18 months and 15 iterations of his design, his masterpiece and crowning achievement opened for play. Thomas’ work has withstood the test of time. The Riviera Country Club is consistently ranked as a top 50 golf course in the world and among the top 25 courses in the United States. True to its founders’ intentions, it welcomes the world’s greatest golfers each year for the PGA Tour’s Genesis Open and over its history has been the venue for major events such as the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, U.S. Amateur, U.S. Senior Open and the NCAA Championships. In 2028, it will host the men’s and women’s golf competitions when the Olympic Games come to Los Angeles.

Renowned in its own right, The Riviera Tennis Club features 24 courts and provides tennis programming for all ages and abilities. Home to one of the largest teaching programs in the United States, the club’s 10 professionals and three hitters are available exclusively to members and their families.

As Riviera nears its centennial, it is as vibrant and extraordinary as ever. In the words of the club’s owner, Mr. Noboru Watanabe, “It is people’s passion that moves reality and brings dreams to life. I will continue to improve the great traditions that have been passed down from my predecessors and pass them along to the next generation.”

  • Our Vision
    • "Only the best is good enough."

      Our vision statement is simple yet profound. It's a quote that dates back to our original club planner, Frank Garbutt, and his dream for The Riviera Country Club. More than a motto, it is a promise that our executive team and staff strive to fulfill each day for our members and guests.
       

      "We will create memorable moments by providing genuine hospitality and personalized service enabling the club to reach its targets."

      The Riviera Country Club team prides itself in being the catalyst for memorable moments each day. We are committed to exceeding expectations. Those who visit our club often remark that our staff continually goes above and beyond for our members and guests. Those acts, however small, are a symbol to our commitment to fulfill the mission of the club.

  • Our Core Values
    • Enjoy and Respect Life • Commit to Health • Exemplify Excellence

      Enjoy and Respect Life - The dream of Riviera was built on the idea that we must "Enjoy and Respect Life" and the enjoyment of the treasures that surround us. When Frank Garbutt stated "Only the best is good enough," he was not just describing a golf course or club house, he was professing a philosophy for the very essence of Riviera. It is our desire to help make the world a better place, and that starts by making the club a better place each day. From using the freshest local ingredients in our kitchens to environmentally sound maintenance practices on the golf course and grounds the Riviera is committed to the ecology and sustainability of our community and the planet.

      Commit to Health - Whether holding a five-iron, tennis racquet, or fork the Riviera's members and guests enjoy a "Healthy for Life" philosophy. Over the years, the club has embarked on a number of health and wellness initiatives and continue to improve upon them each year.The activities our members have access to aid in both their physical health and mental health. Art and music play a role as well, furthering our wholistic approach to health consciousness.Our kitchen uses sustainably sourced ingredients. The food we serve is purchased from farmers markets, local purveyors and is even grown in our own organic gardens. Our promise is to serve only the very best.

      Exemplify Excellence - From The Riviera's spectacular golf course to the state of the art tennis facility to the grand and luxurious clubhouse, enjoying life at Riviera is as simple as stepping foot on these storied grounds.

  • Guest Information
    • "We will create memorable moments by providing genuine hospitality and personalized service enabling the club to reach its targets."

      The Riviera Country Club team prides itself in being the catalyst for memorable moments each day. We are committed to exceeding expectations. Those who visit our club often remark that our staff continually goes above and beyond for our members and guests. Those acts, however small, are a symbol to our commitment to fulfill the mission of the club.

      Guest Policy 

      All guests must be invited by a Riviera member and be on the guest list prior to their arrival. Reciprocal club members must have an introductory letter on file prior to their arrival.  

      Location 

      The Riviera Country Club address is 1250 Capri Drive, Pacific Palisades, California 90272. 

      Parking 

      Parking is complimentary for members and guests during their visit or stay at the club. Upon arrival, security staff will direct you to guest parking.    

      Dress-Code and Mobile Phone Policy

      Guests and members are required to honor the Riviera dress-code while at the club:  Clothing made specifically for wearing while playing golf, including shorts and skirts of the appropriate length, and proper golf shirts are acceptable. For nonplayers, casual tailored sportswear such as slacks, sweaters, polo shirts, skirts, etc. are acceptable unless otherwise noted.  

      Tucked-in, collared shirts are required for gentlemen. For women, casual dress attire such as dresses, skirts, slacks, pantsuits, etc. are acceptable. Shorts, tennis skirts, tennis shirts, hoodies, and warm-ups (golf and tennis) are permitted in the Bar and Grill areas, but not in the dining room.  


      At no time are the following acceptable: hats for gentlemen, open-toe shoes for gentlemen, backless sandals, sweats, t-shirts, cargo-style pants, denim of any quality or color for anyone of any age, halters, swimming attire, midriffs, cut-off shorts, torn or abbreviated clothes, perspiration-soaked garments, or towels. In addition to these specified items, clubhouse staff may also deem other garments to be inappropriate, offensive, or disruptive to other members or guests or to the overall atmosphere in the dining room or lounge.  

      Management reserves the right to ask a member or guest to change into appropriate attire or to leave the clubhouse. Members are responsible for the dress of their entire party of guests and should notify them ahead of time as to the Club’s Dress Code.  

      Cell phone usage is not permitted in the Dining Room, Bar, or Grill areas. Prior to entering the Dining Room, we request that phones are switched to vibrating or silent mode. Members or guests may use their cell phones for basic texting, but not for watching videos, recording, playing music, or playing games, etc. 

Golf Course at the Riviera Country Club, Palisades, California

"Only the best is good enough."

Frank Garbutt