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Fishing With Dynamite

4.5 (2k reviews)
Open • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Fish and Chips
Joy S.

The food here is top notch. Make reservations ahead of time as they do get busy. This establishment doesn't have much seating but the servers have everything down to get you in and out as quick as possible while enjoying your time. Our server was the perfect match for our date, personal and patient. Everything was amazing and would definitely come back. The Key Lime pie is the best part, not too tart or sweet. Enough for at least 2 people.

Key lime tart, chocolate raspberry cake
David I.

The food, incredible! Uni available on weekends, it was incredible. Terrific oyster selection, also had raw scallops available, all were delicious. The fish sandwich was delicious with a homemade gribiche (a tartar sauce upgrade). The rice dish was otherworldly, creamy like a risotto with crab, shrimp, etc. the desserts were delicious, too. It's a small friendly venue with outdoor seating, a good bar selection and super friendly service. Will go again when back in Manhattan Beach.

Oysters
Julia M.

We got a ton of stuff here and everything was fabulous. Started with some oysters, a salad, and bread rolls. The rolls were warm and buttery. The oysters were fresh but quite small for the price (we wanted them to be small though). For entrees, I had the most amazing fish sandwich and my cousin and aunt split the crab pasta and the rice dish. The crab pasta had a wonderful meaty flavor that almost reminded us of bolognese. I was sad that I was almost too full to eat more of it. The fries with the fish sandwich were thin and crispy and salty- my favorite type of fry. The sandwich itself was juicy and flavorful, and it had the most amazing sauce on it. We were sadly too full for dessert but I'm sure it would've been great. We were helped by a waitress who gave us some food recommendations and was attentive. Cute location and interior by the water in MB.

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Joseph D.

Love love loved my experience here. It's a delicious oyster spot right by the water that has seasonal and rotational oysters. We got 3 different types of oysters, but our favorite was the Love Shuck. They had live Uni that day, which was ok... I'm spoiled from having gone to school at UCSB and having fresh Uni pretty much on deck. We got Crab Cakes, Koshihikari Rice (which is similar to a risotto), and the Grilled Hamachi Collar which was a seasonal special and so good... The food was amazing, and the price was appropriate for what we ordered (we had 3 people with all the food and drinks and it was around $330 give or take). I thought the staff were super attentive and friendly, the location was superb, and the food was amazing.

Giselle S.

Food & service 10/10 !! I love to get the scallops . Iv never had anything like that before, the flavor is amazingly balanced and fresh . Mussels are freshest + plumpest mussels Iv ever had with a beautiful warm bread that comes in the side . They have a full bar so if you're wanting wine or a nice tequila etc they have it all. Love to go walking nearby amazing location in beautiful manhattan.

Koshihikari Rice
Jill L.

Delicious! I came here with a friend and we shared the Peruvian scallops to start. The scallops were FIRE. Just imagine the sweetest, freshest scallops, perfectly marinated in a tart and briny way. I definitely could've had a dozen of these! For my entrée I got the Koshihikari rice with uni and egg. I would say it is pretty good, definitely heartier than a porridge. It had a nice flavor of seafood but I think the addition of something bright or crunchy would've been nice to break up the heaviness of the dish. The salinity from the Uni was lovely though. Overall, this place is really cute and the service was on point. I would definitely return again to try other things on the menu!

Koshihikari Rice - Trust me, this is the dish to order!!!
Suzy S.

I went back for my third visit in as many years and once again I was blown away. The restaurant is tiny so we had a counter seat that was right by the kitchen and the bathroom, but it was fine. We were just happy we got in. We had a few fresh oysters and great drinks before our entrees. My husband had the seared scallops which were perfectly made and plated. I ordered the Koshihikari Rice and loved it as much as I did 3 years ago when I had it. Seriously, I don't know that I will ever not order this dish. It's got a unique flavor to it I have never had anywhere else. We will definitely be back!

Alla L.

Can't believe it took me so long to actually try Fishing with Dynamite. The restaurant is pretty small so weekend reservations can go quickly. The service is excellent and the seafood is super fresh. It's a bit on the pricy side but worth it for a great meal. Located in the heart of downtown Manhattan beach. Street parking is easy to find. Would highly recommend for a date night.

Fried Fish Sandwich
Jennifer E.

Great vibe, incredible wine (the orange wine was BOMB), delicious food, and top-tier service. I made a reservation weeks in advance without realizing how small and popular this place has just a handful of indoor seats and a few tables outside. Every bite was incredible. We ordered the hamachi and I definitely should've asked for a side of chips to scoop up the extra avocado and sauce left on the plate. Everything was fantastic and perfect for sharing.

Robert C.

I call this a slice of New England in the South Bay. I should focus on the slice in the sense that the place isn't large so be sure to make a reservation. It's popular. Just a heads up. The interior has a cool nautical vibe that makes you feel like you're living that sailboat life. The oysters were perfection along with the delicious lobster rolls. I'd do it no other way.

These fish tacos are amazing
Kim F.

Food was phenomenal!! But I had it delivered through UberEats and the bag wasn't even stapled together. When ordering online and having it delivered restaurants need to secure the food. It's not that hard and it's a courtesy they need to extend for Uber Eats deliveries. No utensils or napkins in the bag. Epic fail for such expensive food.

Hamachi Sashimi
Brett M.

My partner and I are fine diners and enjoy eating the best food all over the world. We've waited so long to give FWD a chance, and finally did last night. The food is very seafood forward and incredibly fresh. The raw bar was impressive and definitely memorable. Most of the food though pricy, was very tasty. Lacking for us was the service you'd expect in a Michelin acknowledged restaurant. The meal was dysfunctional, servers and manager seemed stressed, and weird things happened. The bathroom was also gross and not clean. We will definitely be back at some point, but it wasn't five stars for us considering we spent over $300.

Viviane P.

Love this place, especially for brunch! The seafood is always super fresh and delicious. Everything tastes clean and high quality every single time. Our go-tos: the uni toast (literally one of my favorite foods ever), their always-perfect oysters, the koshihikari rice, Peruvian scallops, New England clam chowdah, and white shrimp ceviche. You honestly can't miss with any of the menu items here. And their cocktails are great too! The space is really cute but on the smaller side. They do have a few outdoor tables though, which is great if you want fresh air or have your dog with you. Service is quick and friendly. Parking is a bit of a hassle; we usually park in the structure a few blocks away and walk down the hill to get here. Easily one of the best seafood spots in the South Bay!!!

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How's the parking?

Street parking and some garages but depending on the time of day street parking is hard to come by.

Is there a kid's menu?

No, not that I know of. I was there in July. I've been there often and they've never had a kid's menu. The place and tables small, not particularly child friendly regarding space.

Is it good for groups/large parties?

Not really. We are a family of 4 and we were very cozy in there

I see outdoor seating but is it dog friendly?

Yes

Where to park?

There is a public parking lot less than half a block up manhattan Blvd.

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