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1. zinc@shade
4.9
Exceptional(271)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Manhattan Beach
Booked 6 times today
A true fusion of coastal living with Los Angeles nightlife. Start with a craft cocktail and some of our unique small plates or order one of our mains with a glass from our extensive California wine list. Cool, hip, comfortable, inviting, we transcend the traditional beach feel with modern blurred lines that blend indoor-outdoor living.Join us for our Lunch Combo $14.95 - Monday - Friday 1/2 Sandwich & Soup or Salad Special choice of Peruvian soup, broccoli cheddar soup or mixed green salad andTurkey Club Sandwich, Chicken Pesto Panini or Hot Pastrami Sandwich
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2. Petros - Manhattan Beach
4.7
Exceptional(1121)
Price: Expensive
• American • Manhattan Beach
Booked 19 times today
“Our menu is a combination of the best ingredients that Greece and California cuisine have to offer. We import olive oil, feta, honey, oregano and wines from Greece, the freshest organic vegetables from our farms in Los Olivos and wineries of our great state. Quality, simplicity, healthy and tasty food is the creation of that combination. Enjoy.”
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3. ROCK'N FISH - Manhattan Beach
4.8
Exceptional(1661)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Manhattan Beach
Booked 9 times today
Voted #1 "Best Dinner Menu" by the Beach Reporter readers' survey, ROCK'N FISH, a lively local dining spot, is the South Bay's premier seafood and steak restaurant offering a fun, casually elegant atmosphere with an enclosed patio and South Bay's best looking back bar. With a Cajun inspired menu, highlights include oak-grilled fresh fish and the finest prime steaks, ice cold shrimp and oysters, King crab legs, Australian lobster tails, American Regional specialties, chilled salads, fresh-made soups, signature sandwiches, creative pastas, and freshly made desserts. In addition to the 300 bottles of wine, the bar offers over 200 Brands of liquor, and features our signature Navy Grogs, hand-shaken martinis, house-made Bloody Mary’s and margaritas. We are located in the heart of downtown Manhattan Beach, right up from the Pier! Come join us whether it is for an extravagant meal or Happy Hour! See you soon.
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4. Mangiamo
4.8
Exceptional(1643)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Manhattan Beach
Booked 11 times today
Mangiamo Restaurant, serving traditional Italian cuisine through a California lens, is located in the heart of beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach, one block west of Manhattan Beach's historic pier. Mangiamo has been serving the South Bay since 1984. Mangiamo is currently serving indoors and outdoors on our heated decks with epic views of the Pacific Ocean.
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5. North Italia - El Segundo
4.7
Exceptional(3208)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • El Segundo
Booked 57 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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6. Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila
4.9
Exceptional(892)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Hermosa Beach
Booked 19 times today
For birthdays, anniversaries or large parties, please call our Events Manager, Anjel at 310 977 7939 or email at reservations@palmillahb.comPalmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila, an upscale chef driven restaurant, delivers regionally influenced gourmet Mexican food, engaging service, hand-crafted cocktails, and the best selection of premium tequilas in the South Bay. Located steps away from the Pacific ocean on the Hermosa Beach promenade, guests will enjoy an elegant market-fresh menu. The innovative space, designed by G+ Gulla Jonsdottir Designs, transports guests to a Mexican resort complete with a cozy heated patio, unique white stone walls surrounding an intimate dining room, and a stunning marble counter-top at the full service bar.
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7. The Rockefeller Redondo Beach
4.6
Exceptional(537)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Redondo Beach
Booked 21 times today
We make good food. Simple, great food.You just don’t find the same kind of detail in a menu that serves such an abundance of eclectic fair. The fusion of cuisines sets apart our menu from just about everyone else. It’s inherent in our name – beginning with a firm sophistication from basic to unique flavors and ingredients. From there we infuse our passion for cooking and serve up dishes that create memories you can only link to here. Sure, we’re a gastropub too. But at our heart we’re a culinary blend of ideas and impressions that express themselves on carefully created plates that we care deeply about.
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8. the Hook & Plow - Redondo Beach
4.7
Exceptional(637)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Redondo Beach
Booked 4 times today
Farm to table is a movement around sourcing locally produced food and delivering the freshest product to the consumer. At the Hook & Plow, we truly believe food that comes directly from the source will yield a more fresh and more tasty product. Our menu is focused around all the wonderful delights that California has to offer, including lots of fresh seafood and seasonal farm fare. We will strive to be as sustainable, organic, and healthy as possible, while staying true to our California roots.
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9. Wabi on Rose
4.5
Awesome(1313)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Venice
Booked 23 times today
This local hot spot suffered a fire in 2018 and triumphantly returned in 2020. With Chef Rain's innovative cuisine and vibrant bar scene, Wabi on Rose embodies the Rose Avenue lifestyle. Sexy, contemporary design, frames this hip spot with a chic outdoor seating area. Neighborhood regulars enjoy the fresh-caught, Pacific Rim, sushi inspired menu,and live fire grill. Swimsuit to business suit, all are welcome.
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10. The Waterfront Venice
4.4
Awesome(189)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Venice
Booked 1 time today
The Waterfront Venice is a California Beer Garden with views of the Pacific Ocean. Situated between Rose and Navy on the famous Venice beach Boardwalk, our food & beverage menus celebrate California with carefully selected seasonal produce from local farms.

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  • Jessie
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We celebrated my mom’s birthday here at North, and had such a blast. We keep coming back because the food is fresh, delicious, and you get the most bang for your buck. We ordered the Lasagna Bianca Al Forno, Squid Ink Tonnarelli & Tuscan Half Chicken. There was plenty to share, with leftovers. Our server was nothing short of lovely - she took care of us with a smile on her face. We sat on the patio with our pup - it had started raining, so the patio area was covered and the heaters were on. Such a warm and toasty ambience. The dining room is so gorgeous, but got a little too loud - there was an echo that made conversation a little hard (even from the patio), but we all loved people watching. Thank you, North Italia! We’ll keep coming back for consistent, amazing, authentic Italian food. We have a blast with y’all.
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    North Italia - El SegundoPrice: Moderate• Italian• El Segundo
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    4.7
  • Tonyvip
    Los Angeles •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    GREAT FOOD AND SERVICE AND SAVES YOU A TRIP TO GREECE...
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    Petros - Manhattan BeachPrice: Expensive• American• Manhattan Beach
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    4.7
  • Mbfarbvip
    Tahoe / Reno Area •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great time. Excellent service ambiance. Both of us loved our meals
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    MangiamoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Manhattan Beach
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    4.8
  • Nancyvip
    Los Angeles •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Came here to celebrate my mom's 91st birthday because she LOVES seafood. Ordered the seafood tower for her and she was in seafood heaven! The server was so kind and attentive throughout the whole night. Topped off the evening with a couple of great desserts! Mom couldn't be happier. Thanks for a great experience!
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    ROCK'N FISH - Manhattan BeachPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Manhattan Beach
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    4.8
  • Paulavip
    Los Angeles •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 25, 2024
    We had a wonderful experience at lunch today. The server was helpful with choices and the food was delicious !
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    zinc@shadePrice: Expensive• Californian• Manhattan Beach
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    4.9

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