Beautiful and iconic spot along the Southern California coast. The views from the pier are great,…read morewhether you visit during the day with clear ocean horizons or at night when the coastline lights up on both sides. On a clear day, you can see Palos Verdes Peninsula in one direction and the Malibu coastline in the other. The surrounding promenade is lively and well-maintained, perfect for a walk, bike ride, or just relaxing by the beach. There are plenty of great restaurants, cafés, and shops nearby, making it easy to turn a simple visit into a full afternoon or evening outing. Parking can be a bit tricky, especially during busy times. There are metered spots available, along with nearby lots and street parking if you're willing to walk a bit. The pier itself is also home to the Roundhouse Aquarium at the end. Dogs are not allowed on the pier.

I had such a relaxing time at the Manhattan Beach Pier while visiting California. It was one of…read morethose simple moments that just felt good. The little aquarium at the end was small but really cute, and it's free (I LOVE free!!). Nothing over the top, just an easy stop while you're out there. The pier itself has plenty of room to walk or sit and zone out a bit. I spent some time just leaning on the railing, reading a few pages of my book, and taking in the ocean. I even spotted dolphins in the distance, which honestly made my day. Watching surfers paddle out toward the waves...and in the direction of the dolphins... it felt like such a classic California scene. I left feeling lighter than when I arrived for sure!

Another fabulous year of fireworks at the MB Pier! The weather held (no rain) but the temperatures…read morewere chilly. The fireworks display was fantastic, with some pyrotechnics that I had never seen before. We watched from north of the pier, and had some background music from one of the neighbors. Lots of parties and open houses for a lot of merry holiday cheer as well, makes for a great evening.

The was the best time ever. I got there early in the afternoon. The atmosphere was so positive…read more Good people having a good time. I ate at Hennessey's and then set up camp on Manhattan Beach Blvd. The live music was very festive, the kids loved the snow and Santa and the fireworks show was incredible. It very much helped that it was a wonderfully warm December night with an amazing sunset. This is a must for SoCal families and I think, like me, you all will quickly make this a holiday tradition.

I don't understand the low rating. I really don't…read more Is it a good place? Yes Does it have good food? Yes Is service good? Yes Is it clean? Yes So I don't understand the low rating. I prefer Post, and Arthur J, and strand House, but this is a good restaurant. I don't get the low rating. Been coming to this location since it was Pierre and it has always been good. So, I have a new rating system......I will write what I feel honestly about an establishment. The only ratings I will give are 5 stars, which is enjoyable, or 3 stars which is "needs work."

Pasta was AMAZING! It was fresh and a good portion!! My only comment is the mixed drinks were ok,…read moreranges from $15 and up. It just wasn't worth it, you can get better drinks nearby. The service was great. It was fast and friendly. The tables are at a good distance from each other so it doesn't feel crowded.

Always a good time getting down to the beach. A cute quaint and very lively beach town. Full of fun…read moreshops, restaurants, bars and so on. It's a favorite for many's and the main hub, the pier. The beach is massive... Parking can be tricky as it's mainly metered parking which is monitored everyday and usually 2 hrs. Also, parking lots throughout but I believed it's metered as well. Plenty of restaurants to choose from which always makes a good weekend outing for brunch as well as date night.

They want to make money by ticketing every car without a front license plate. Whether you are in…read morepaid parking lots or on the street or even driving. They make $59 by giving you the ticket and they will give you one in this town. Very unfriendly town.

Hey, guess what I love you like. There's another cool Miral we came across is the love you like and…read morethen you can fill in the rest with whatever makes you feel cold war was saying what you love

Everclear my love your melody kiss my soul…read moreForever moving Thanks to The City of Hermosa Beach for setting up The Hermosa Beach Summer Concert Series every year, free for all to enjoy! I've been blessed to hear Pennywise, Weezer and Reel Big Fish perform here in the past. I was delighted to make a reappearance this year for Everclear. Art Alexakis of Everclear always had a special place in my heart. Several of his music lyrics during the times he performed with Craig Montoya and Greg Eklund had deeply touched my soul. Any event with the word "free" entails large crowds, which equates to hard-to-find parking. It's always a chore to look for parking in Hermosa Beach, in general. We parked our car in Redondo Beach near the Catalina. Just fyi, metered parking units there didn't take cards or bills so bring some change. Redondo Beach and Manhattan Beach also offers free Summer Concert Series. Check them out at Southbayevents.com

Every summer, Hermosa Beach Pier plays host to a series of concerts on the pier to bring the…read morecommunity of Hermosa Beach together to celebrate summer. The beach is opened up to hundreds of picnic-ers beginning at around 4 and festivities begin at 5:30. Also called the Sunset Concert, it features both popular and unknown bands playing on a stage set up on the beach with the Pier as the backdrop. There's usually an opening band before the headliner, but all the music is beach-appropriate and universally liked. It starts at 5:30 p.m., and ends at sunset at between 7:30-8 p.m. The crowd varies from families with small children to the young singles crowd who mingle and chat (and need I say flirt) with neighboring picnic-ers. Most of the crowd brings blankets, coolers, picnic baskets filled with beach friendly food (anything that can be eaten without utensils or plates), and even bottles of wine. The police seem to leave the beach drinkers alone during these special events, but make sure to bring plastic cups for your adult beverages since glass of any kind is not allowed on the sand. We always bring wine (screw top or pre-cork it at home), plastic cups, napkins, cheese, crackers, meats, hummus, pita, veggies, etc. and turn the picnic into dinner. If you have a low portable table, it helps. Chairs are nice, but unnecessary. Also, bring a sweater since the beach gets chilly the minute the sun goes down!

Jame is one of those places where you start noticing the details--and then realize everything is…read moredialed in. First, the handmade pasta. This isn't just "al dente." There's a real chew here--a springy, structured bite that gives just enough resistance before yielding. It's deeply satisfying and makes every dish feel more intentional. The cappelloni shows it off best: that almost-famous sauce wraps around each piece, but the pasta holds its own, so you get that perfect balance of silky and structured. Same with the tangiello--the meat sauce tastes like it's been simmering for days, rich and layered, but the noodles never get lost because that chew carries through. The Caesar isn't an afterthought either. It's got a subtle spicy kick that wakes everything up, and if you add chicken, it's done right--well-seasoned, nicely grilled, juicy with a bit of char. It turns a classic into something you actually remember. Dinner is where things go a little heartier, and the pork chop delivers. Fall-off-the-bone tender, but still full of flavor--not just soft for the sake of it. Jame just gets the fundamentals right, then pushes a little further. Thoughtful, textured, and the kind of place where even the chew of the pasta becomes part of the experience.

I visited this restaurant yesterday with family during lunch. The food here was very good…read more The meatballs I had as an appetizer were light, not dense. The sauce was well balanced and wispy. I usually don't like olives, but I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed the olives here. I think it had to do with the fact that these olives were marinated, not brined. I don't like briny stuff. The Tonnarelli was the highlight of the meal. The sauce was thick and creamy, and coated the pasta nicely. The pasta was cooked al dente, making it perfectly firm and chewy. For my drink, I had the Light and Stormy mocktail which had lemon, ginger, lime, and mint in it. It was slightly carbonated and tasted like a really good virgin mojito. I would say the service here was good, not great. It took like 10 minutes for a server to come to us after we were seated to take our order. However, our server was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu items. Parking here was tricky. There were lots of reserved parking spaces on the lot for specific businesses. You may get lucky finding an open parking spot on site, but we had to drive around to find one. This place is a nice spot for family gatherings. I think we will be back soon to try out more items from the menu.

This place is amazing! Great food and great service. It's seems like a gimmick, but the toasted…read moreravioli is really good. I believe that is a St. Louis staple where David is from. Jacob is a gem! So, I have a new rating system......I will be write what I feel honestly about an establishment. The only ratings I will give are 5 stars, which is enjoyable, or 3 stars which is "needs work."

Gordon and Kristina here! We decided to celebrate Easter with the family at Slay Italian Kitchen in…read moreManhattan Beach, and it was an absolutely spectacular choice. We started things off right with glasses of **prosecco poured over peach sorbet**--I highly recommend this if you want a fun, refreshing way to kick off your meal! For the table, we ordered a great spread of appetizers to share: the **toasted ravioli** (perfectly crispy), a vibrant **chopped salad**, and plenty of their delicious, warm **garlic bread**. The main courses completely blew us away. We ordered a classic **Margherita pizza**, the **fresh fettuccine with shrimp**, and the **linguine vongole**. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients and the freshness of the homemade pasta in every single bite. A special shoutout to our incredible waiter, **Will**. His service was top-notch, friendly, and attentive, which made our family holiday dinner that much more special. Slay Italian Kitchen is a definite must-visit in the South Bay--we will absolutely be back!

I highly recommend Debbie Fermanian of LA Custom Murals. She just completed beautiful murals on two…read morewalls in my backyard. I researched and interviewed several really talented and wonderful artists, but ultimately decided to go with Debbie, and I could not have been more pleased with the process or the outcome. In addition to her artistic talent, Debbie is also a delightful human being, patient, easy to work with, flexible, and reliable.

Debbie's talent seems to know no bounds. She's created many a masterpiece in two of my homes…read more She's quick, courteous and extremely professional.

This is a perfect spot to grab a quick slice or small snack. I love their cheese pizza, which come…read morein huge slices, and are warmed up upon ordering. This was my first time trying their garlic knots which were nice and buttery, not overwhelmingly garlicky but allowing you to still taste it. It's coated with some parmesan and comes with a side of marinara which is a necessity. They are soft and delicious. I have come here across different occasions and have had a good experience each time. There is a seating area in the back which is convenient, but this food is also great to enjoy on the beach as well.

Pretty mediocre pizza. With so many good food options in the area, I'm pretty sure this spot mostly…read morecaters to bar go-ers. They offer pizzas, subs, and more. I was surprised how pricey their pizzas are. The Chicken Parmigiana Pizza sounded unique, so we decided to try this one. It has fried breaded chicken breast, fresh basil, and mozzarella. There were small pieces of scattered chicken parmigiana across the pizza. They were very thin pieces, and it mostly tasted like end pieces with a lot of batter. Pretty dry too. There was also zero basil on the pizza. Thought it might be hidden under the cheese, but it wasn't there either. Pretty pricey for what you get. The pizza took a really long time to make considering there was only one other person waiting for their order. I think they forgot about us because it wasn't until some time after the other person waiting had left that they asked us if we were waiting for an order. Once we got our pizza, it was super hot. Beware, don't just bite into it right away like I did and burn yourself! There are some tables in the back where you can eat your pizza. They have a few TVs, but when we were there, they had the read aloud setting on...but it was on the movie selection screen, so it just kept saying the same one liner in a robotic voice over and over again. Pretty annoying. Several employees walked through the area but didn't change it or turn off the TVs, so I'm assuming they're just used to it?