This is the kind of brunch that makes you immediately forget every calorie you've tracked this week. The food was ridiculously good. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you hope for when you go out for brunch. The sandwiches were amazing, the potatoes were perfectly crispy, and not a single bite disappointed. But what really earned the 5 stars was how welcoming they were to our pup. They brought out a plate of chicken just for her, and judging by the speed at which it disappeared, she highly recommends it too. Excellent food, friendly service, and a staff that understands that dogs are basically tiny, furry food critics. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Exec summary: a small chain of modern diner type restaurants Parking: it's adjacent to a hotel and shares the lot. Not sure if I was supposed to park there so I parked on the street Food: portions are HUGE. I had enough for lunch and dinner Service : super nice and prompt read more

Still some kinks as the staff is small, but the manager, Allie, is so nice. Noah, one of the servers, is very nice as well. I've already gone twice. I actually love the intimate setting, but with that comes some setbacks like there is only one bathroom and smaller parking lot. Food just as good at the Torrance location and there will be more additions coming, according to the manager. read more

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The Baseline: For a sit down semi-casual restaurant is the quality of the food, existence of any unique offerings, quality of the service, and value of the overall dining experience. Food: Portion size... you will not go hungry. Quality is great but it is a big menu which always scares me a bit so I will go on what I ordered. #1- Fish tacos were deep fried battered with a nice meaty portion of white fish. The slaw and sauce on the taco was flavorful and nicely balanced. The beans and rice were a nice accompaniment but it stays at nice. The salsa that came with the chips was really good on flavor and thickness with a flavor combo I have never experienced and in a great way. This is a great fish tacos plate. #2- The Philly Cheese Steak was a good solid sandwich with jalapeños miked in for the pepper/onion combo. It is a good take but if you are a Philly cheesesteak purest you will not find that with this version. The size of the sandwich was huge and I could only down one half. The meat was well cooked beef shaved and layered well. The cheese had a nice melt so you will like this version of a cheese steak. The fries... they are "bag fries" but well prepared. I got a portion of their BBQ sauce which made them better, but I love fries so I want to see fresh cut fries. Service: Great service for a late in the evening stop in. The restaurant was waning down but we were treating like it was gearing up. Ambiance: Part diner / Part SoCal Brunch place vibe. It is in the corner of a local motel in Manhattan Beach and has a good amount of parking. Restaurant is relatively new and is clean/well kept. read more

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Big menu, big portions and reasonably priced. Quality and quantity at this restaurant. Service is friendly and quick and there are loads of choices on the menu. My wife, myself, and my kids have only gotten breakfast items from this place and they don't disappoint. The place is very clean, bright, and tastefully decorated. The only problem is, is that there is limited parking. I will be back. read more

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Friendly service and really righteous food. Everything we ordered was excellent. The pound cake was next level. read more

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Our first visit. They did a nice job updating the place while keeping the locals vibe. I liked the lengthy, easy to read menu. I chose a blackened mahi sandwich and fries while my wife had a fried chicken salad that was supposed to include Brussels sprouts. Her salad looked limp and there were no Brussels to be seen. Somehow she still claimed to like the salad. My sandwich was 85% bread. My fries were not the kind I like at all. There was a lot of attention on the eye appeal and the crispy outside, but the inside is just mush. I did enjoy my $9 vanilla milkshake. I should have ordered from the breakfast items and will come back someday to do so, but never again for lunch. read more

Local Kitchen - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Great brunch spot in MB with generous portions. The French Roast coffee is really good, too. Service is fast & friendly. If you're hungry--I highly recommend. read more

Local Kitchen - Scrambled eggs, home fries & sausage patties. - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Brand new place on PCH in Manhattan Beach. Great breakfast spot. Large portion sizes and reasonable prices. Lots of parking. Ally was our server and was awesome! She was efficient and friendly. Inside seating fills up fast so we opted for the patio which was really nice. Breakfast nachos were good but too much for 1 person. The breakfast sandwich was delicious. read more

Local Kitchen - Breakfast nachos and breakfast sandwich - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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The food is very good. The venue is small inside. Not great for very large parities. They do have outdoor seating available. Service was good overall. Very cute ambiance on the inside. read more

Local Kitchen - Salon teriyaki bowl with white rice Breakfast plate, bacon and sourdough bread - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Open and airy dining room where we had a sumptuous brunch. Plenty of parking and ample portions. The staff is terrific and I'll definitely be back. read more

Local Kitchen - Breakfast burrito - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Come hungry because portion sizes are HUGE!!! I had the avocado toast and it had nice candied pecans on top . . Would have liked a little more avocado but it was delicious! Comes with either fruits or potatoes . . The fruits were delicious! Comes with scrambled eggs. There is indoor and outdoor seating with parking in the back . . read more

Local Kitchen - Mocha latte - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Location is slightly hidden, and signage is black and white, lower to the ground and easy to pass by! But there was enough free parking, though shared with the motel (Seahorse Inn) next door. Patio seating looked inviting...yet abutted the parking lot (which was a "no go" for me--I don't like exhaust and loud radios with my meals, usually!). Inside had limited seating: ~ 5 or 6 two-tops and then several four-tops that could be pushed together for larger groups. Being sat and getting a menu was quite quick at 12:30pm on a Wednesday! I ordered a side of Tater Tots, extra crispy; and the Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta with garlic bread. Also water and Diet Pepsi. Drinks came quickly, but were only refilled upon my request...servers didn't maintain regular check-ins or monitoring of my water and soda. Tots were extra crispy and enough for an entree size--DELICIOUS! Ask for a side of mayo too...get all the savory, crispy goodness you deserve. Worth the $6.50 price. "Cajun" was a bit of a let down, containing just 4 medium-sized (20s?) shrimp that were slightly blackened on one side and a little rubbery on the other. Chicken chunks were also slightly blackened but relatively bland. The Parmesan/Garlic cream sauce was also average for the name and description. A liberal heaping of black pepper still didn't spice this dish up enough to even move the heat dial close to "Cajun for white people"... #SorryNotSorry. The garlic bread was OK too, a hunk of ciabatta with salamandered Parmesan cheese and butter. Not worth $24.95. I paid for everything with the InKind app (prepaid $$ to an app that supports new and unique eateries around the country!), which made check-out very simple and self-initiated once I got the bill. Input the receipt's #, choose pay, et voíla, complête! Overall, the menu had a lot of options and seemed "American" in most of its cuisine. Others eating sandwiches/hamburgers with a huge helping of side French Fries made me jealous for something other than my bland, non-spicy, average pasta. Maybe next time. Without an actual view of the ocean or other perks to this busy thoroughfare-side eatery, $40+ tip for this meal seemed awfully inflated for the average-ness of the service and the entree. read more

Local Kitchen - Tater Tots (extra crispy) with a side of ketchup. - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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We'll certainly be eating here again and again! Great service, huge portions, friendly atmosphere. Your only problem is deciding from their massive menu! read more

Haven't been since Zion closed down to fire, several years back..They updated the inside, has a casual bent to it with 6 big screens, nice addition, a beautiful patio, that sits maybe more than the inside does..I ordered the chicken parmigiana, it was ok, my wife the Tri tip sandwich which was good, priced fair.. our server Allie, was very nice & did a good job.. A 3.5, out of 5.. We will be back to give it another try..Maybe for breakfast.. read more

Great service and the food is really delicious! 10/10 Nice environment for family and friends. Great coffee! read more

Local Kitchen - Breakfast Quesadilla - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Saw the extensive menu and had to give it a try, especially seeing how they had fish and chips which my wife has been longing for. I had the five piece shrimp and spicy pasta and both dishes were just not good, they weren't terrible but they weren't tasty. Normally, I look forward to leftover pasta the second day, but this wasn't it. There was plenty of spice in the pasta which brought a bit of heat, but it wasn't tasty. The service was attentive and welcoming, my wife felt that it was a tad too attentive, and did not appreciate the interruptions I might, give it a second chance, but I think my wife was so disappointed that she's done with the place. Despite being on a busy street it wasn't too noisy and the atmosphere was cozy They serve breakfast all day long, I may give them a try for breakfast one day read more

got the chicken bellagio and it changed my life. idk what they put in those mashed potatoes but they're insane. great vibe def recommend read more

Local Kitchen - Crispy Chicken Bellagio - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Local Kitchen is usually pretty good, and I really like the Torrance location. I've enjoyed the pulled pork sliders, mac and cheese, the sartori caesar and a few other items, so I was disappointed by my experience today. I ordered the Bellagio Chicken Caesar , and honestly, it was awful! The salad itself was very small, but it was topped with a huge piece of breaded chicken that was about 12x6 inches and completely overwhelmed the dish. The chicken was served piping hot on top of the romaine, so by the time I got it back to work just a few blocks away, the lettuce underneath was already wilted. The dressing was also placed inside the container with the hot food, so it separated. No matter how much I tried to shake or mix it, it would not come back together. There was also no charred lemon included, just two other dressings that had also split. When I tried to cut the chicken, most of the butter-soaked breading fell right off. The whole dish tasted bland, greasy, and almost rancid, with an overwhelming butter flavor. Nothing about it was appealing. I ended up tossing the butter-flavored wilted Caesar salad. read more

First, they take reservations I think because it is not a very big place so they do take a reservation. I've been there for breakfast and lunch and both were good. Services, good and insight can be a little noise. Not too bad. If you're certain areas that's. I bet more quiet. But like I said, it's not a very big place. Sitting outside is nice. They have it set up so it is so there's a nice ambience. But again in this heat that we're having right now. I don't know that I'd sit outside, but that's me. read more

This place is a gem and I'd totally gatekeep this place but I won't be stingy. The food is amazing and the portion sizes are huge. I apologize for the messy picture but this is after I ate a LOT already! Don't let the image fool you. It was delicious! The coffee is tasty with nice big mugs and the service was fantastic. The music was nice, upbeat and comfortable. I'll definitely come back here. read more

Local Kitchen - Breakfast nachos AFTER I ate a LOT! - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

My new favorite restaurant! Great service great food great ambience prices too good to be true! If You're in the and have not eaten here you're missing out! read more

Manhattan location for brunch, downtown Torrance for dinner! We love this company - they have the BEST service, kindest team. Both locations are comfortable and fun, exact same amazing food quality. We've never had a bad or mediocre plate here and we've tried probably 40% of the menu. Loving the diner vibes of this new location and especially love ICED LATTES AND MOCHA !!! Stoked on that. Fav new breakfast spot - thanks again guys! read more

Local Kitchen - Inside - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Delicious! Great food. Wonderful and friendly service. Awesome ambiance and large portions. What an upgrade from the former restaurant that was here. They serve breakfast all day as well! I have a ample wine and beer selection, and a couple of signature cocktails. The decor inside is like a beachy relaxed bistro feel. We will definitely be back! read more

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I checked out a new spot with my husband on a Sunday around 1pm and was excited to try it. We were quoted a 20-minute wait, which was totally fine. There were quite a few open tables, so I assumed they might've been catching up or short-staffed. A couple of parties ahead of us ended up waiting longer than we did, even as tables opened up, which was a bit confusing. We were seated after about 35 minutes, and then it took a while before anyone came to greet us. At that point, there were only about six tables occupied and at least three servers on the floor, so the delay stood out. That said, the food made a good impression. We ordered the Monte Cristo and the mahi sandwich--both were tasty and came in generous portions. The menu is huge, and there's a lot I'd still love to try. I get they just opened and I will definitely come back, just hoping they smooth out the flow of service next time! read more

Local Kitchen - Monte cristo - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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I love Local Kitchen's Torrance location. When it opens in Manhattan Beach, I was beyond ecstatic. We can now walk to the restaurant! The menu selections are just as expansive. The food is still tasty. We had Monte Cristo and meatloaf sandwich. When you get there, be sure to get tater tots, you won't be disappointed. The hotel that shares the parking lot is currently closed for renovation. Once it reopens, parking will be tight. There are plenty of street parking. read more

Local Kitchen - Monte Cristo & Meatloaf Sandwich - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

First of all my server (manager) was Aliee, she is the sweetest and so attentive and helpful, her recommendations are great, she really knows her stuff, 100% get the Cajun pasta with chicken and shrimp. The busser Erik is super nice too. So excited to have this spot near me, will be a regular. Also breakfast all day , love it. read more

Local Kitchen - Great views and patio - American Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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We like to come here to support the local businesses, but I have to say and I hope the owner reads this, the waitstaff needs improvement. The nonchalant attitude of specifically one server who has zero care of urgency is just too much and this happens each time we go here. We had to beg for any coffee refills - order always gets messed up, they know this place gets packed on the weekend and you better have some staff who can handle it. Breakfast shouldn't take over an hour for something simple. I like the place but the owner really needs to be on site to management the staff a bit. read more

I'm a big fan of Local Kitchen. Always a great experience and food is delicious. Definitely left satisfied. Had the Crispy Chicken Bellagio! Love the location on Sepulveda blvd. Plenty of parking! We love the beach vibe on the inside. We will definitely be back. Thank you :) read more

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We were looking for a place to meet our daughter for breakfast in Manhattan Beach before she hit the road to return home. The criteria was not our typical list. We needed a place that was open at 9 am, took reservations, and had ample parking. You might be surprised how hard that was to find. But we found Local Kitchen and were very happy. It's not trendy, there are no ocean views. But it met the above criteria and then some. The restaurant was clean and attractive. The menu had something for everyone (though for some reason no poached eggs - water, eggs??). We each had something different, three out of four meals were very good and the fourth just OK. The servers were very engaging and friendly. Service was a little slow, partly because they only recently opened, and partly due to a slight accident in the kitchen. It didn't matter - we had a very nice, comfortable and relaxed visit with our daughter and we would definitely go back. read more

Very delicious breakfast that I split with a friend because the food is ginormous. We shared the breakfast burrito with the addition of crispy fried chicken. So good. My husband ordered the breakfast nachos! Way too big. He brought it home and I picked out all the good parts for another breakfast for the two of us. Everyone enjoyed their giant food. Josef was a great server. (I don't have his name spelled correctly) My only criticism would be that there isn't a healthy option other than yogurt and berries. I'm looking forward to lunch soon. Their salads look fantastic! read more

Way overpriced service not good after you get your food they never come till tip time

LOVE this place! The food is amazing and the server's are all super attentive! Josue was our server today and he was just delightful. The staff truly cares about you if there is a wait time and they strive to make you comfortable while you wait. The owner of this establishment cares about his patrons. We contacted him via the restaurant website and his response was immediate. I love that they have a large menu, as it suits varied tastes and moods. AND they have "Breakfast All Day" with fresh squeezed orange juice in their mimosas. The breakfast burrito is amazing...fresh and delicate in it's taste, with an amazing cheese sauce to dip into as you like (don't skip it! ha) Serge's Chicken is an amazing entree. The portions are generous and how great is it to get to bring leftovers home for seconds?! This is a family run business and you get that vibe with how upbeat the staff is. They have a huge restaurant in Torrance. We love the intimacy of this space and the indoor/outdoor experience... there's really nothing like it in MB. It is definitely on our go-to list for a regular stop in our neighborhood...thank you Local Kitchen for coming to MB! read more

Amazing staff - engaging, fun crew, - passionate about their menu. Fed the family of 5 and everyone was happy. Welcome to MB, LK - happy to have you. read more

We are long time patrons of Local Kitchen in Torrance. The restaurant recently opened a second location in Manhattan Beach. Delicious food great service by Allee, the manager makes for a great spot in MB! read more

The food was very good, but the proportions are too large (Yes (I really said that)! The menu is also too large...it's hard to Keep up the quality with one so big. The wait staff was excellent every time we have been there, But the owner/manger not so much...rather distant. You would Want to be recognized when you have been in several times after Just being opened. Lastly, the music is too loud and distracting. read more

food was amazing glad this restaurant expanded to Manhattan Beach large servings great price great service

Our waiter Zack was on point with suggestions and making sure that we were enjoying the food. As for the food ..... it was so good! We ordered the tater tot nachos for an appetizer and they did not disappoint! My Husband ordered a buffalo chicken sandwich and I had the steak tacos! Delicious ! This location in Manhattan Beach just opened... We will definitely be back! read more

Went to the restaurant the restaurant about 3 days ago for breakfast and realized everything about it was horrible whatever the cook was doing it wasn't cooking food it was disgusting and I'm just telling you this so people could see my review don't waste your money too much because it's way overrated just like the cooks are read more

An amazing array of different foods, especially comfort food favorites. I could eat there for months and never repeat. The helpings are quite generous so be prepared to eat leftovers for days. Lots of servers so the service was friendly and timely. Their location is convenient, with easy parking, but unfortunately they are right on a very busy street. They tried hard to reduce the car noise with barriers and music, which worked for us, but is not for everyone. Plus, they have a poor selection of vegetarian options, but hey it is an old fashioned diner. read more