Our random Date nights led us here and was a different vibe then what we usually go for but we…read moreenjoyed the atmosphere, caught a Laker game, sunset and great food that we wanted to try after hearing they had Viral chicken Tenders that are off the menu. Our server was great, very quick to get our drinks and put our order in. When our food came out all I said was "WOWZERS" the tenders were a very big portion and you can def share and they come with fries. Their onion rings were good but I keep going back for the fries instead. I did love that they had their own ranch and dips they were both great. We also got an order of their distracts and those were my favorite and will probably get them again, delicious, crispy and their salsa was really good and flavorful. Loved that the tortilla was crunchy usually they are soggy in other places and the topping usually fall out but these were 10/10. The ambiance was a mix of people but it's basically a super neat Bar with Great foot by the Pier/ Beach and has been there for many years. There's a lot of history in the walls and it's super neat that they've kept the place looking like this. There's bathrooms were a bit funky but did the job when you gotta go. They were clean tho. Def would be back to hang here with friends and catch a game. I highly recommend the Tenders!!

The zucchini was awesome. Served hot with ranch for dipping. Good crunch on the breading and…read moreflavor to boot. Nothing bad to say here. Ordered " The Surf" large just because it looked so damn good! Icelandic Cod battered on location fried hot and delivered fast. Dinner was so darn good it'll make the return list! Maybe a Philly or Burger but the Fish just hits different!

This is another one of my all time favorite restaurant and bar in beautiful Manhattan Beach…read more This is a multi level restaurant with plenty of indoor and outside seating and fantastic views of the pier and the ocean. Make sure you come here during sunset in the winter time were you probably going to witness one of the nicest sunsets along the beautiful California beach. Now coming to the bar and restaurant itself it probably serves one of the best cocktails in town ans for sure the freshest and best tasting seafood in MB. One of my favorite is the Spanish Grilled Octopus and the Oysters on the appetizer menu. I also recommend their salmon or grilled chicken on the main menu. If you want to keep it simple there is a decent selection if house pizza with a nice selection of wines, draft and bottled beers plus their outstanding cocktails. Please make sure to reserve a table if you're planning to go there after 5 pm or otherwise spent time at either the lower bar area or the smaller bar on the upper level. Enjoy and Bon Appetite!

Servers were on top of it. Great location for people watching and seeing the ocean. We had a few…read moreold fashions for drinks and the were well balanced and super delicious. Great place to hang out and pretty people here too doesn't hurt. Bravo

Walked in on a Friday afternoon close to noon and it was pretty full with what appeared to be a lot…read moreof locals watching the masters and just chilling. Comfortable (but clean) dive bar with a tiny kitchen/grill in the front window. We didn't try any food, but people seemed happy with their orders. I'd like to think we'd be a regular here if we lived in the area.

If you're tired of the "too-polished" spots in MB and just want an authentic, old-school vibe,…read moreErcole's is the place. It's a classic dive bar that hasn't changed in decades, and that's exactly why we love it. The Highlights: * The Burger: Hands down, one of the best burgers in the South Bay. It's juicy, perfectly charred, and simple in the best way possible. * The Vibe: Dark, gritty (in a good way), with pool tables and a local crowd. It's where you go to actually relax. * Pro Tip: It's CASH ONLY, so hit the ATM before you get here. Great drinks, friendly bartenders who know their craft, and a burger that lives up to the hype. 5 stars for keeping it real!

X Speakeasy is one of those places that feels like where you belong the second you walk in. The…read morestaff is attentive and the crowd is genuinely friendly. Even the DJ was extra personable. He allowed me to watch him do his magic during his set. It's a skill I've longed to learn as part of many on the good ol bucket list. What comes to mind when thinking about this venue is comparable to a person inherently born with a lot of charisma. Prices are fair, especially for the area. But the drinks are where it really stands out. They're clearly made with fresh, high quality ingredients. I will warn you it's the kind of place you come for one and end up staying longer than you planned :)

This is a difficult review to write because I really want to give X Speakeasy a 3 1/2 or 4 stars,…read morebut just can't. Came in after having dinner nearby and wanting to have a late-night cocktail. Drinks: Ordered the X Cadillac Margarita. It was just okay. Not bad, but also nothing special. Service: The bartender was friendly, but the service was somewhat spotty. Environment: I will say that the place was pretty crowded, and everyone was having a lot of fun. There's a small dance floor in the back. Bottom Line: It's a fun place that straddles the line between dive bar and local hotspot.

Took my girlfriend here for her birthday and we had a great experience! The view was amazing and…read morethe food definitely lived up to the hype. It can get pretty pricey depending on what you order, but everything we had was delicious. We ordered the crab cake that our server highly recommended, a 1/2 dozen fresh oysters, and the Tomahawk steak -- all were excellent. Drinks were also on point; the margarita and espresso martini were both good. Our server also surprised us with a complimentary birthday treat, a really nice touch that made the night feel special. One heads up: be careful with parking meters! We saw a few people getting tickets while we were enjoying the beautiful view from our table. Definitely give yourself enough time on the meter so you can relax and enjoy your meal stress-free.

Stopped by for dinner and drinks with my hubby and a friend this place is definitely a vibe and…read moresuper close to the ocean. Best time to go is for happy hour before sunset. Our reservation wasn't until 8:30, so we hung out downstairs for about an hour first. Met a lot of people who were clearly locals and regulars, which always says a lot about a spot. Once we sat down for dinner, we ordered a few things. The bluefin tostadas are a must if you're into seafood. We also had the scallops delicious doesn't even do them justice, just wish there was more than one . My hubby ordered the lamb, which was probably our least favorite since it was a bit dry. The rigatoni though? Unbelievably good. Honestly, I'd come back and order the exact same items minus the lamb lol. Shoutout to Griffin for keeping us going all night . And the buttermilk bread? So good I almost cried. Parking is pretty easy, but definitely come early on a nice day. There are a couple of metered lots nearby with up to 5-hour parking. Fridays they've got a DJ after 9:30 PM... how swayyy See you next time!

Ive been there several times. It is a small, intimate…read moresetting, yet every time ive been there they managed to make room for someone to be playing live music. Service has always been acceptable and prices are normal for California..(high) The drinks are decent and the food is standard barfood fare and quality. The attraction here isn't just the food or drinks... to me it us the intimate, living room ambiance

Very dismissive and disrespectful female staff member with brown hair. Speaking with her, it seemed…read morelike she wasn't happy to be working. After asking for my ID, she tossed it down instead of handing it back to me. The food looked good and there was a nice place to sit outside with my dog, so I decided to still stay for that. Once my order was ready, same staff member just held it out the window, no eye contact, no utensils and no water was offered. I asked her for napkins, and she ignored me and never brought any. Wouldn't come back despite the decent food. Worst service I've had ever. There was one other staff member who was courteous.

MBP never fails to delight! Chef David LeFevre's kick off restaurant brings excellent flavors and…read morecombinations to your palette! We went to celebrate Mother's Day for my wire! Anyone who knows the biz knows that Mother's Day is an insanely busy day! We were seated promptly. We started with their decadent warm banana bread with caramel and butter! They sent us the blistered green beans with pork belly cubes, delicious! Our daughter had orrechiette with lobster, very tasty! Wifey had the classic eggs Benny and I had the breakfast burrito! All very satisfying! And thanks to our server, Danny for taking care of us! Mahalo to the managers, Brian and Shawn!

Came here with my boyfriend after a 16 mile run from Pacific Palisades to Manhattan Beach and…read morehonestly it was the perfect place to land. Got there right before the dinner rush without reservations and were seated immediately. Always appreciate that. Justin took care of us and was such a gem. Warm, attentive, just very thoughtful and kind the whole night. He even surprised us with the Elvis dessert at the end, which was really sweet. The space is beautiful. Dim lighting. Glowy inside. Lively but not too loud. Very Manhattan Beach. We got the bacon cheddar buttermilk biscuits, roasted Alaskan halibut, and grilled skirt steak. The biscuits were unreal. The halibut felt light but still rich in the best way. The skirt steak had a great char and was exactly what I wanted after that long of a run. Just a really lovely dinner after a long run. Felt taken care of the whole time, I've already recommended this restaurant to friends and can't wait to come back myself

Always a good experience! Great staff. Dave's the best!…read more Good food and entertainment.

My first visit with a new member. We had a good time and found everyone to be friendly, it felt…read morelike a home away from home, where everybody knows your name, a la the television show Cheers. The staff is not only attentive but also professional and hospitable, thanks to Paula and Sky for the great service. I enjoyed the unique environment and hope to be back soon.

What a great place-…read more Service is top Tier!! Everyone is very friendly, food is delicious!!! And they serve breakfast!! They have a wide variety of drinks and cocktails. Lots of TVs to watch sports and what not .. my new place to frequent

During our search for dinner on several days, there were so many different places to select from,…read morewe never really knew where to land on. One of those evenings we ended up at Hennessey's Tavern as a glance at the menu showed that there would be something for everyone, and indeed that was definitely the case! First up was that they had some good drink choices I never expected from an Irish pub alongside classic choices and all at very reasonable prices, especially for being right near the beach, only two or three blocks. Just like usual I opted for soup, going with their French onion, and then a corned beef sandwich, and I am VERY critical of corned beef anything due to my family deli background. But this sandwich was damn good. Not the best, but really good. High quality corned beef and more on the lean kosher side and the rye bread was also on point. Absolutely delicious! Another highlight was the hand cut and fried potato chips, presumably russets, cooked until they were nice and dark brown for all those wonderful robust and earthy flavors that you don't often get from potato chips unless they're handmade. Everything at Hennessey's was really good and in a fun Irish pub atmosphere. The Guinness also took the meal up a notch as it should. This was definitely a nice stop on our trip and had we more time to spend, we likely would have returned here again simply because of the good selection and the quality to price. If you are in and around Manhattan Beach and you want something that is a little heartier and is centered around that traditional pub vibe, this is definitely the way. Give them a shot and stop on in!

"Bamm Boom! Wow, this is a must-try experience! This place touches all the right spots on the…read morepalette. I had the shrimp and grits with a Bloody Mary - it was an experience. Very calm good energy VERY VERY CLEAN This is a destination worth traveling to. The service made the food taste even better! Silva WAS AMAZING SHE WAS THE server THAT greeted and seated us, and the rest of the team took care of the table service amazingly. Even the restroom was super clean. Highly recommend!"

2nd time at this establishment & last time! 1st time was for Valentine's Day. Nice brunch/breakfast…read morefood. Appetizers and drinks are good. Dinner is underwhelming considering the prices of their limited menu. Now on to this evening. My wife had a reservation for a group of 5 adults and we also had an infant with us. Barely 1 years old. Got our bill at the end of dinner & to our surprise, we were charged 20% for a having a party of six. Now if that's the restaurants policy, I'm fine with that but our same group was just at this location for brunch a month ago and WAS NOT charged that 20% gratuity. Not only that, since when a 1 year old is included in a "large party policy"? Sounds like gouging to me. That policy is nowhere to be found on the menu or website. When we asked the server about that 20% gratuity charge, she confirmed that it was their "large group" up charge policy. 1 year old included! LOL What a time to be alive. We didn't even have the energy to talk to a manager about this situation. We're just NOT supporting this establishment anymore. Especially with the dinner being mid. Juice ain't worth the squeeze IMO. Better options in Manhattan Beach!