Restaurants

The South Bay of Los Angeles is jam-packed with world-class restaurants and has every offering available, including Mexican, Italian and seafood. From Aimee’s Bistro to Zeppy’s Pizza, many restaurants in Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach have thousands of loyal followers. Use the SB Event’s search box to narrow down your choices. Bon Apetit!

*The Price Range is an estimate of one diner’s total meal with beverages, tax and tip.

Deli, Hip/Eclectic

Hermosa Beach

American, Asian - Other, Breakfast Spot, Seafood

A Breakfast Favorite, Ditch the Brown Bag for this Lunch Spot, Hidden Gem, Solid Date Spot

     Married in 2004, Will and Lori welcomed daughter Lily in 2006, and that’s when Lori began to feel the pull of the beach – the… Read more…

Hip/Eclectic

Hermosa Beach

By the Water, Dancing, Happy Hour, Hard Liquor License, Outside Area

American, Bar Food, Steakhouse

($20-$29)

Amazing., Spoil Yourself, Solid Date Spot

    UPDATE: Name changed to ALTA HOUSE. Located on the rooftop of The Abigaile, Ocean Bar has 180 degree sunset views from Malibu to Catalina. Read more…

Hip/Eclectic

Hermosa Beach

Sushi

($20-$29)

Solid Date Spot

 ROK Sushi Kitchen is Hermosa Beach, Calif.’s newest and freshest Japanese fusion restaurant. Located on Hermosa Ave. Read more…

Redondo Beach

By the Water

American, Seafood

Solid Date Spot

BALEENkitchen, the Oceanfront restaurant at The Portofino Hotel & Marina, was recently awarded a Zagat rating as among the “Top 10 Best Restaurants for Waterside Dining in… Read more…

Manhattan Beach

Darts, Happy Hour, Hard Liquor License, Pool Tables, Video Games

American, Bar Food

Just as grunion fish crowd the beach during their annual spawn, Manhattan Beach natives flock to Grunions Sports Bar & Grill for their sports-viewing rituals. Read more…

Hip/Eclectic

Redondo Beach

Dancing, Happy Hour, Hard Liquor License, Outside Area

American, Bar Food, Breakfast Spot, Steakhouse

($10-$19), ($20-$29)

A South Bay Classic, Top 10

Hennessey’s is a major watering hole in the area, a pub spot with the best burgers in town. Read more…

Manhattan Beach

By the Water, Darts, Happy Hour, Hard Liquor License, Pool Tables, Video Games

American, Bar Food

A South Bay Classic, Hidden Gem

With its interesting cast of characters, malodorous facilities, decaying interior, and all in all, a dumpster dive bar quality, what other reasons could there be to find… Read more…

Manhattan Beach

Happy Hour, Hard Liquor License

American

Islands Restaurants was founded in 1982 with a basic philosophy – serve great, fresh food with friendly service in a fun atmosphere. Read more…

Hip/Eclectic

Manhattan Beach

Hard Liquor License

Italian

Amazing., Spoil Yourself, Hidden Gem, Solid Date Spot, Top 10

Lido di Manhattan Ristorante and Bar, located in Manhattan Marketplace by Bristol Farms, has long been one of the South Bay’s best kept secrets. Read more…