Best Cozy Restaurants in Compton

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1. Hasu Izakaya & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(97)

Price: Expensive

• Izakaya • Torrance / Carson

Booked 5 times today

We are serving traditional Japanese Yakitori and Sake.

2. The Strand House

4.6

Exceptional(3151)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach

Booked 25 times today

The Strand House is a sophisticated yet comfortable family-owned restaurant conceived by a small group of South Bay families out of their love for great food, wine and friends. With floor to ceiling glass windows and 180° sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, world travelers and locals alike may come for the view, but stay for Chef Chris Park’s Coastal California Cuisine.Our menu highlights the bounty of produce available year round in Southern California. Each week, our chefs roam the farmers market sourcing directly from the best farmers and purveyors around. The Strand House is also home to a thoughtful and carefully crafted cocktail and wine program that is sure to please each of our guests.We are located in beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach, just steps from the famous Manhattan Beach Pier. The Strand House offers a five-star experience with the warmth and hospitality you would expect from a beach town, where each guest is treated like family.

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3. Fishing With Dynamite

4.9

Exceptional(2908)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Manhattan Beach

Booked 27 times today

A celebration of summers spent on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and SoCal’s vibrant beach communities. The cheerful, 32-seat restaurant is anchored by a lively oyster bar and features a menu of “old school” traditional seafood fare and “new school” dishes highlighting flavors from around the globe. Chef and co-owner David LeFevre and Fishing with Dynamite have been celebrated for serving only the most pristine seafood with accolades that include “Best Oyster Bar” and Best New Restaurant by Los Angeles Magazine, OpenTable’s 100 Best Restaurants in America (2016, 2017 and 2019) and a Michelin Plate in 2019.

4. Esperanza

4.6

Exceptional(741)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Manhattan Beach

Booked 24 times today

Inspired by both Cabo San Lucas’ beautiful coast and Mexico City’s vibrant cosmopolitan neighborhoods, Esperanza’s thoughtful design blurs the lines between art and function. Masterfully designed by internationally renowned Islandic architect Gulla Jónsdóttir, Esperanza’s interiors reflect an elevated coastal ambiance that exaggerates the grandeur of a beach town villa.Chef Ray Alvarez oversees a menu featuring fresh interpretations of Sonoran cuisine while Head Mixologists John Fox and Kevin Williams developed Esperanza’s bar program to not only include delicious and playful cocktails, but the two have also created the largest tequila list and mezcal collection in the South Bay.

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5. JOEY Manhattan Beach

4.5

Awesome(105)

Price: Expensive

• American • Manhattan Beach

Booked 31 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan Village, our third Southern California location feels like a lush oasis. Extending over 9,400 square feet with an expansive 2,160 square foot patio, there’s plenty of room for all. Vibrant abstract artwork by local California artist Amber Goldhammer gives this space the positive vibes of an endless summer.

6. Olive and Rose

4.7

Exceptional(37)

Price: Very Expensive

• Bistro • Long Beach

Booked 11 times today

Founded by sibling duo Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Pretty, Olive & Rose is a culinary destination born from their shared passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality. We'v reimagined the dining experience as a neo-bistro, where classic French techniques with a twist meet vibrant flavors that are unmistakably Californian. Each dish tells a story of flavor, texture, and creativity—a reflection of Chef Philip Pretty’s entire culinary career.From sourcing local, seasonal ingredients to minimizing food waste and reducing our environmental footprint, we’re proud to continue the sustainable dining legacy of our sister restaurant, Heritage, by incorporating green certified and green Michelin star practices into our operations.Our dining area is a covered patio, please dress accordingly.We are reservation only, please call if you have any difficulty booking online. We look forward to hosting you!

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7. Izakaya Hachi Torrance

4.7

Exceptional(291)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Torrance / Carson

Booked 7 times today

Izakaya Hachi is an authentic Japanese restaurant serving Japanese tapas, Yakitori, fresh oysters, ShabuShabu, traditional Sushi, and a unique variety of Sake.To maintain the social distance guideline, we will check all customer's temperature and ask to sanitize your hands before entering the restaurant. We have a 15 minutes grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time. Party of 1 or 2 may go to a bar counter seat when a busy hour. If you prefer a table seat, please tell a representative or leave a comment about it. However, we may not be able to honor all requests. We look forward to serving you!

8. The Arthur J

4.8

Exceptional(2903)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Manhattan Beach

Booked 23 times today

At The Arthur J, beef is our passion. When you combine our ability to source the best beef in the world, cooking with an incredible natural wood fire grill, and friendly thoughtful service, an incredible quality steak is born. This is why we offer the best USDA Prime, True Japanese Wagyu, and Black Angus Beef. Unlike most pedestrian steak houses, Each one of our Steaks is cooked skillfully by our Grill Master over a stoked live fire with smoking white oak embers. Our steaks are available both wet-and dry-aged and well as Bone-in, grilled to perfection our magnificent J&R Woodfire Grill.

9. Georgia's Lounge

4.9

Exceptional(224)

Price: Expensive

• Lounge • Redondo Beach

Booked 3 times today

A sophisticated, sleek lounge where the bartenders remember your name. The eclectic tapas menu offers comforting bar bites and rich treats to satisfy those late-night munchies. The cocktail program features classic and uniquely crafted cocktails from fresh, local ingredients. Expect local craft Beers and spirits to challenge the more adventurous drinkers. We have extra parking available every night from 6 pm -12:30 am. Look for the parking lot across the street from Georgia's Lounge, entrance via Huntington Lane at 1444 Aviation Blvd.

10. Fox & Farrow

4.8

Exceptional(296)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Hermosa Beach

Booked 1 time today

Experience Chef Darren’s line-up of timeless classics and new creations in his cleverest menu yet. Please your palate with mouthwatering bites and intoxicating cocktail concoctions at Fox & Farrow in Hermosa Beach, California.

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Rosemaryvip
Philadelphia County •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My husband and I had a memorable dinner last night. Service was impeccable. My husband uses a Seeing Eye Dog and we felt welcomed. Kudos to the service staff and the chef! The food and drinks (try a Bloody Mary here) were sublime. We wish we had a restaurant of this quality near where we live! Happy Thanksgiving!
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The Strand HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manhattan Beach
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4.6
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Sam
California Central Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the best lunch today! The service was friendly, accommodating, and prompt, even during a busy rush. We were seated right away for our reservation, and our server quickly greeted us and took our order. Drinks and food arrived timely, which was perfect for our lunch meeting, allowing us to finish within an hour. I had the yellowfin tuna salad and really enjoyed it - it was tasty and impeccably presented. The staff were very friendly and attentive from the moment we entered the restaurant to when we left. An all around 5 star experience!
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JOEY Manhattan BeachPrice: Expensive• American• Manhattan Beach
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4.5
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CRAIG
Los Angeles •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent meal and service. Always enjoy dining at Hasu - the quality of the Yakitori and other menu items is top notch.
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Hasu Izakaya & GrillPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Torrance / Carson
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4.7
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Jessica
Los Angeles •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
Always a great dining experience! Yummy food & cocktails.
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EsperanzaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Manhattan Beach
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4.6
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Christinevip
Orange County •32 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Excellent selection of oysters. King crab legs are incredible but very expensive. The bread and chowder make the meal. Worth the cost for special occasions..
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Fishing With DynamitePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Manhattan Beach
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4.9

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55 restaurants available nearby

1. Hasu Izakaya & Grill

2. The Strand House

3. Fishing With Dynamite

4. Esperanza

5. JOEY Manhattan Beach

6. Olive and Rose

7. Izakaya Hachi Torrance

8. The Arthur J

9. Georgia's Lounge

10. Fox & Farrow

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