I came across some photos on my social media from when I visited The Strand House in Manhattan…read moreBeach on August 30th, 2020. Located right by the beach, the restaurant has an absolutely amazing ocean view. I remember having brunch there, and everything we ordered was delicious. I also remember the service being very friendly and welcoming. Today, a friend mentioned that she had been there, and it suddenly brought back memories of my own visit. So I went searching through my old photos and found these. Manhattan Beach used to be one of my favorite places to visit, and I went there quite often back then. Looking at these photos makes me want to go back again soon.

If you're looking for a wonderful, friendly atmosphere with incredible Manhattan Beach views, The…read moreStrand House is the place to be. The service is attentive, welcoming, and super accommodating. Depending on when you go parking can be rough. There is street parking available and a few small lots, but it gets packed quickly. The food here is undeniably delicious, but the portion sizes are on the smaller side and the prices run high. I stopped in for lunch and ordered the chicken Caesar salad, scallops, and a side of fries. Every dish tasted great, but $14 for a side of fries gives you a clear idea of where the rest of the menu is priced. Excellent flavor, but prepare to spend a bit extra for what you get.

This review is long overdue, but I wanted to share how great this venue was. We rented the space…read morefor our daughter's first birthday party in January. Mary was our main contact and was incredibly helpful. She met with us twice before the event--once to show us the space and again the week before the party to walk through everything after we had booked. The venue is very spacious and can easily accommodate 150-200 guests. The website provides clear information about pricing, logistics, and floor plans, making the booking process straightforward. The location is fantastic--just a few blocks from the beach--with five reserved parking spaces right in front. It's a beautiful venue and a wonderful place to celebrate any occasion.

I held my masters graduation celebration here. I feel so lucky that I found this incredible woman's…read morecenter on Yelp. Michelle was incredible from start to finish. Very kind, patient ( I asked a lot of questions ), detailed & prompt. Gail was very helpful with our walkthrough of the center and checklist requirements. One thing to note is to be respectful of rules provided to maintain the space as well as the community, the beautiful center is in the middle of a residential area. So please be mindful of others and hold your guests accountable. Overall an incredible experience 10/10. I will definitely plan for other celebrations of life here.

Belamar review…read more Overall a great hotel and , if I can secure a similar great price, I and my family will happily stay again! The highlights: - the staff were wonderful (all around). The front desk staff were courteous at every step in the process (check in, questions throughout stay, following up on a few small issues that occurred) and at checkout. The valet staff were wonderful. They worked REALLY hard to ensure cars were ready in five minutes (often less than that) from when you requested it (via text) and the restaurant staff was very courtesy and the food was good - Valet was quick (I can't emphasize this enough). I was slightly annoyed that it was valet only (with a rental car I get a wary of others driving) however they were fast, courteous, and kept the car cool for me. Also, I recommend paying for valet when you book as I had the option to buy $25/night parking instead of $45/night parking where booking on the Hilton app. - Use of the hotels bicycles was a major highlight. I rented bikes twice. At the time of my stay (May 2026) there were only four bikes. They are first come first serve so I recommend renting in the morning. They had baskets and came with locks and helmets for a very affordable price. The staff (especially Ozzie) was great at getting them quickly rented out to us and showing us the features (they are one speed bikes so they are basic but perfect for cruising along the beach). - The room was spacious, clean, and had a mini bar fridge in it (with the option for a full fridge and access to a microwave near the business center). I appreciated the ability to tip the staff virtually with credit card in case you don't have cash. - The restaurant was convenient, service was good, and the food was good - Noise level wasn't bad, I had a room facing the main road and wished I would have booked a courtyard room, however the noise was barely noticeable and never a disruption (I come from a city where I am use to ambient noise) The not so great things - For late night gym goers, the gym is limited to 6am-10pm (probably because the gym is beside several guest rooms and they want to be courteous to those rooms). However the gym is well stocked small gym (three treadmills, a peloton, and several different racks of weights and areas for stretching) - The hallways smelt a bit dank when I first arrived (although the rooms themselves smelt very fresh) and I noticed several automated deodorizers in the hallways (likely to help with this) and staff were doing a comprehensive carpet cleaning when I checked out so I would expect this not to be the case in the future. - The indoor/outdoor pool was a bit dated and didn't leave much to be desired, but it's an option.. for those who don't prefer the beach and there were towels available.

Smells terrible everything is old , rusty in the bathroom, very expensive for what they offer,…read moretheir "closet " is just some hangers in the room, after u flush the toilet it takes about 10 min until stops, and also in the bathroom they glue a piece of hose on floor so the water doesn't come down in the room! Its a disaster and plus $ 300 a night ! Amenities 0 ! Yak!

Really fun night at Unita taking in a comedy show here. I think their comedy shows run once a…read moremonth. It was my first comedy show here, but I'm already looking forward to the next comedy show. Shawn did a great job hosting and riffing with the audience. You can bring in your drinks and food if you'd like. When we arrived they had a few bottles and beer on hand to enjoy at no cost!

Overall, I had a great experience at Unita (Manhattan Beach). From the first point of contact, Tom…read morewas very pleasant and helpful. Upon my arrival, Deniz was very welcoming, gave me a tour, and made me feel at home. I enjoyed the space and was able to be very productive. I will definitely go back!

My son just completed the Jr. Guard prep course and the Ocean Prep course with Coach Kyle and we…read morehad the best experience. My son was VERY reluctant in the beginning, he's a great swimmer but just apprehensive towards new groups and activities but Coach Kyle and the entire staff were so welcoming and supportive from the beginning. By the 2nd week my son was more eager and engaged and by 3rd week he wanted to show up early and get some practice laps. By the time he had to take the swim test he had so many timed practice sessions under his belt and was well on his way for passing and felt very prepared. He's doing his first Jr. Guards session this summer and already doing great thanks to Coach Kyle and the entire MCC aquatics staff. Cant thank them enough!!

My family and I had the BEST time at BiNGo LoCo Wednesday night! They've really amped up the kid's…read moreprogramming and had tons of prizes for all ages, games, limbo and dancing. Kyle (who runs the event) is AWESOME and really makes it a fun family night. Highly recommend going and thank you, Kyle!!

Our stay Shade Hotel was absolutely Amazing. From the super fast Valet service to the Bottomless…read moreMimosas, this is a must stay experience. Being in the Heart of Manhattan Beach happenings, Shade is within walking distance of a plethora of superb restaurants, boutique shops, vibrant nightlife, and of course the Beach. The room was over-the-top luxury, incredibly trendy yet exceptionally comfortable. From the rooftop pool to the delectable breakfast, Shade is in a league of its own. I'd also like to give a shout to Ron, Matty and Victor, you guys truly made our trip very special.

Special Sunday lunch they have nice slow music and the best view and the service is really…read moreextraordinary I really like it this place is one of my favorite

Such a spacious venue with many rooms and small nooks for various fun activations! I came here for…read moreDopbox's after party and I loved exploring each room! There's a room for almost anything you can imagine, I loved how Dropbox utilized their chalkboard, studio space, and open air patio for various bartenders and food catering services. Let your imagination run wild at this large venue!

I cannot recommend Big Door Studios enough. We had an incredible experience working with Michaela…read moreand Terry while planning a party for about 100 people. Michaela responded to emails promptly, was extremely detail oriented, and supportive/reassuring during the entire process considering we were planning this party from out of state. If she didn't have an answer to a question, she was quick to get an answer or find us a resolution. They were open to allowing us to tour the space as much as needed and met with use on a video call to make things easier to plan. Terry and Alice felt like old friends. We were so lucky to have Terry on-site the day of the event, as he was able to manage all technology/sound system questions/concerns. Both assisted whenever needed and their calm demeanor helped buffer my anxiety! The space is perfect for any event, and the team at Big Door is amazing. We loved the versatility of the space, the indoor/outdoor flow, and the creativity it allowed us to have. Even the bathrooms were clean and well stocked with essentials. Thank you guys so much for making our event a party to remember!

Love this place. Have been here a few times and the bartenders are friendly. Had a private event at…read morethis location and service are always great!

I recently became a Moose Lodge member after coming a few times to play cornhole with friends. Love…read morethis spot! They have a great inexpensive bar, a pool table, darts, and the membership is inexpensive. If you're looking for a cool spot to hang with friends you should become a member! The staff here is awesome, but special shout out to Stephanie at the bar, she always makes sure everyone is taken care of. Glad I joined!

I am a proud member and have rented this Historic Building for events. The rental agent is so very…read morehelpful. I highly recommend this philanthropic organization!

We recently had our wedding reception at ESWC and we couldn't be happier! We dealt with a few of…read morethe women leading up to the event with different walk through and they were very accommodating. We were able to get in early the morning of the wedding and were able to get set up. I will definitely be using the ESWC again!

A friend of a friend that is now my friend had her marriage proposal take place at this very spot…read more It is a gorgeous rooftop venue that overlooks Pier Ave and Hermosa Beach. The size of the venue is fairly large. There is definitely enough room for a good amount of people without being too crowded. Watching the sun set from this location is enough of a reason why this is place is great! They do have a restroom down stairs and there seems to be office space that is connected to this venue, however I am not too sure. Parking is as available for the surrounding businesses as for this venue. There are meters and garage parking that is fairly reasonable in price. They do provide personal parking when renting the venue, so that will not be a problem. It is across from Abigaile Restaurant and not far at all from the bars at Hermosa Pier. I do not have knowledge of pricing or where the office is to rent this venue, however it is worth the search!

We hosted a rehearsal gathering on the 200 Pier Avenue Rooftop last week. What a unique and…read morefantastic space and location, with a gorgeous view of the ocean! Stephanie was very professional and helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed the event, as did our guests.