Once again Josh and all the crew at Manhattan meats have gone above and beyond! Bacon burgers,…read moretritip, kabobs, flanks steak, are on point! Give these guys a try. The respect the product, but they respect you more as a customer and community! God bless Manhattan Meats!

Tomahawk Steak for my Grandsons Birthday. Steven was the…read morebest, very cordial and accommodating. Haven't been in the market for a number of years but love the remodel.

If you love great meat, a seriously good burger and a gourmet market you can easily get lost in,…read moreThe Butchery in Manhattan Beach needs to be on your South Bay food list. The Butchery is part premium butcher shop, part gourmet market and part "I only came in for one thing and somehow bought dinner for the weekend." The meat cases are filled with gorgeous steaks, chops, roasts, sausages and beautifully marbled cuts that will make you immediately reconsider whatever you were planning to cook for dinner. And you can tell that quality is the whole point here. The cuts are beautiful, the selection is impressive, and the people behind the counter actually know their meat. This is definitely not a grab-a-random-steak-and-hope-for-the-best situation. Then there's the gourmet market. This is where things get dangerous. Specialty foods, cheeses, sauces, seasonings, pantry finds and all kinds of gourmet goodies you didn't know you needed until approximately three seconds after seeing them. The quality of the beef makes all the difference. It's incredibly flavorful with those crispy, caramelized smashed edges, then topped with perfectly melted white American cheese and garlic aioli. So yes, go to The Butchery in Manhattan Beach for the premium meats and gorgeous steaks. Go for the gourmet market and all the things you didn't know you needed.

Usually I buy my meats from grocery stores-- whether it's 99 Ranch, Heart, Lazy Acres, Sprouts,…read moreTokyo Central, Ralphs, Walmart-- I've been to them all! When the Butchery opened up a couple of years ago, I was curious. It took about 6 months after opening for me to step in. At first impression, I thought the store to be clean, organized, and just gives you the confidence that you're about to get some of the freshest, cleanest, and most high quality meats out there. I didn't buy anything though, instead, I ordered The Butchery Burger with a side of fries to go. In a world that is consumed by smashed burgers, the Butchery Burger is a restaurant quality burger, with a nice thick juicy patty. The burger bun was soft, pillowy, and sweet-- paired with some fresh arugula and tomatoes to cut the richness of that juicy beef patty. The burger comes with a side of beef tallow fries. Speaking of fries-- those beef tallow fries are some of the best I've ever had. Have you ever had a McDonald fry, where the end is a cubed, stubby nubbin. The texture is super crunchy, shatter-crisp, and golden brown. Now imagine that -- but instead of just the end piece, but rather a whole fry-- every single fry. It's salty, crispy, deliciousness with the warm buttery smell of beef tallow. Mmmm... simple perfection! ** Note, I'm sure these are likely one of the most unhealthy fries, but we all have to treat ourselves some time!*** All that on just the Butchery Burger and its fries. It was so good, I had to go back for more-- my 2nd time around, I got the smashed burger. The smashed burger was just as delicious as the Butchery Burger-- just very different. Since the burger came with grilled onions w/ cheese and a nice thick spread of garlic aioli, make sure to add pickles to your pickle to cut through some of that richness and decadence. Upon first bite, it didn't occur to me that the spread was garlic aioli; I actually thought it was a ton of mayo. But it had a garlic and oniony flavor with a bit of sweetness that left me confused and perplexed. I had to keep going back for more. Besides the smash burger, I also grabbed some frozen oxtail and some Argentine shrimp. everything looked super fresh and I can't wait to cook them up! The Butchery is definitely worth a trip-- even if you're not coming for the meat, check it out for the hot foods-- w/ the burgers and fries being the first item to try. You won't regret it!

My wife and I recently visited Los Angeles to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary and a major…read morebirthday milestone, and we were fortunate enough to discover Fishing With Dynamite. We had heard wonderful things about the restaurant, and after our experience, I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. Because of our travel schedule, our only opportunity to visit was during lunch on the same day we had to catch a flight home across the country. From the moment we made our reservation to the moment we walked out the door, everything about our experience was exceptional. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a wonderful corner location and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The service was terrific, and the food was outstanding. The four of us ordered a variety of dishes to share, and everything was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. Each dish felt thoughtfully prepared, and there was something special about being able to enjoy such a memorable meal together on an important day for our family. But what truly sets Fishing With Dynamite apart isn't just the food or the atmosphere -- it's the people. Every interaction we had with the staff was wonderful. From making the reservation, to our waitress who took such great care of us, to the servers who brought our food and drinks, everyone was friendly, attentive, welcoming, and genuinely seemed to care about making sure we had a great experience. And then something happened that took that feeling to an entirely different level. After we finished our meal, I accidentally left a small bag at the restaurant as we headed to the airport. I didn't realize it until we were already at LAX, sitting at the gate and preparing to board our flight home. My heart sank when I realized what had happened. The items inside -- AirPods, Beats headphones, an external battery pack, an expensive pair of sunglasses, and other things -- were replaceable, but a few of them were gifts and had sentimental value to me. Given that we were already at the airport, I had pretty much accepted that I would never see the bag again. My wife contacted Fishing With Dynamite, explained what had happened, and the staff immediately went to work trying to help. We were put back in touch with the waitress who had served us, and incredibly, she remembered us and was able to locate the bag. We offered to pay for shipping and for the inconvenience of someone having to take the package to the post office. Instead, later that day, the general manager reached out to us personally and assured us that they would be happy to ship everything back to us promptly -- and, even more incredibly, they wouldn't accept a penny from us for doing it. That gesture meant far more to me than simply getting my belongings back. In a world where customer service can sometimes feel transactional, the people at Fishing With Dynamite reminded me that there are still genuinely caring people who are willing to go out of their way to help someone simply because it's the right thing to do. We went to Fishing With Dynamite expecting a great lunch. We left with an incredible meal, wonderful memories from our anniversary trip, and an experience with a group of people that I will genuinely never forget. The food is fantastic. The restaurant is beautiful. The service is excellent. But most importantly, the people who work here truly care about their customers, and they proved it by going far beyond what anyone could reasonably expect.

My second time here and everything was creative and delicious…read more Raw scallops on shells: 5/5 Shrimp cocktail: 4/5 Snow crab claws: delicious but tiny 4/5 Black cod on tostadas: 5/5 Cold soba noodles with lightly cured king salmon 5/5 Koshihikari rice with uni, shrimp and crab meat 5/5 Overall 5/5 experience

Huge, super sized location with a large bakery section that greets you as you enter. Service here…read moreis friendly and attentive. It has lots of nice gift options, though pricey. Some higher prices are justified, like the fancy candle from here that was gifted to me. The orange scent is strong and natural. I believe the spirits section has its own bar. Their fresh baked cookies are popular and always warm. I got one of each. Both are very big. If you're a fan of very underbaked cookies with a lot (too much IMO) chocolate, you'll like Bristol Farms'. At $4 each, that's a good deal. *Brown Butter Milk Belgian Chocolate Chunk - the brown butter flavor was great. The cookie tasted better on the day bought. *Belgian Dark Chocolate Chunk Sea Salt - tasted better the next day. Their floral section has some reasonably priced options as well. I don't shop here regularly, just particular stand outs, like their carrot cake and Irish soda bread. Plenty of parking spots in this strip mall and it's not far off the 405.

This review is mainly because of my disappointment in the dessert I bought…read more Texas chocolate cake; not moist . Cake was brittle and fell apart when I cut it. Poor texture. Don't buy. For the price Bristol Farms charges for a slice of cake, I was expecting perfection. It didn't even come close. Vons has better dessert. Go there.

This has been our go to sushi/sashimi place for the last few years when we are craving for some at…read morehome sushi/sashimi. Quality is always excellent, delivery on time. We typically order salmon, tuna and sometimes scallop but salmon is always consistently good. The only thing missing is perhaps providing a wild caught salmon option.

I absolutely love Kai Gourmet! The quality and freshness of their fish is exceptional, and their…read moredelivery is always excellent. Their customer service is outstanding, and Rebecca is absolutely wonderful--so helpful, kind, and accommodating. She is truly a pleasure to work with! My only suggestion would be to allow customers to add to or modify an order after it's placed, especially when the delivery is still weeks away. Other than that, I couldn't be happier. Highly recommend Kai Gourmet!

This farmers market is small but mighty! It has everything you (okay I) could want -- live music,…read morekettle corn, tamales, french pastries, and strawberry lemonade. They have a new community initiative that is a free reusable bag exchange. There isn't much parking nearby so be prepared to walk a bit.

This review is based solely on the vendor : Thai Cuisine. For $15, the pad see ew portion is large…read moreand definitely filling, however the flavor was lacking unfortunately. The flavor was very mild and light which some may prefer, but I like it more saucy. The noodles were all very soft, which again some may prefer but I like some thrown in that are a little burnt/crisp. The lime was a good addition to add citrus flavor and the chicken was good. Maybe I need to try other dishes on the menu as this was a limited time option that perhaps needs a little more work/feedback! A positive was very friendly staff and good service!

Sad day today this place is closing today. It's been my go to for great food & service with…read moreexcellent people watching and sunsets for years. Glad I got eat here yesterday for once last awesome fish & chips with excellent Bloody Mary. I'm gonna miss this place. Hopefully something good will replace it.

Pro: It was fun ordering single quantities of shrimp, scallops, and oysters, especially when I…read morewanted a taste of seafood with my beer. I also enjoyed the anticipation of choosing what to order next, one piece at a time. I wish more seafood bars offered this option. We got beers. Only one beer option was on tap. I got a bottled beer instead. Service was friendly and bit laid back. Took some time for our food to come. You got the beach views.

I was really surprised to stumble upon this big, spacious local bodega/grocery store just a block…read moreor two from the beach. It's unexpectedly large for a place by the shore, and I was thrilled because even though I checked Yelp and Google, I couldn't find much info. They're open super early and stay open late, and it's just such a gem especially since that area tends to shift toward restaurants or other businesses. This neighborhood really needed a good grocery store, and they have everything: fresh meat, drinks, snacks, fruits just like a full local grocery. The staff was really nice and laid-back, though the only downside is that parking is super limited and intersection it's tough to get in and out since it's near a small with a red light. Still, I'm really glad it's there, and I want to give a big shout-out to the local folks to support this place. The prices are really reasonable, and we need to keep these local businesses thriving. they're the heart of the community. I gave them five stars. I just hope they can clean it up a bit inside, maybe freshen up the shelves or ceiling. But overall, I'm so happy it's here, and we need more of these places in our city.

One of my first stops on every trip to our old neighborhood is Boccatos. It used to be 3 blocks…read moreaway and we used it daily for all kinds of groceries and the great choice of booze. And, then I tried the CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH!!! My life changed. So, yesterday we went and hugged Franco and took the sandwiches back to the hotel to correctly enjoy. See you soon our friends!!!

First time here and I am happy to say I absolutely loved it! Parking may be difficult on weekends…read more There's street parking or public parking (tiny) right across the restaurant. The service is top tier, servers are very well mannered and friendly. Inside is a cozy vibe with multiple tv turned on to sports channel. I loved their booth seating it was unique and cute. We tried their Oysters: the size isn't that big but they're fresh and delicious. Salmon: wow their seasoning was so good! And their spinach side was exceptional. Desserts: not the best, you may skip. (Still a 5 star bc this is not a dessert shop) Overall I would definitely come back whenever I crave some good seafood dish!

Finally went back after a decade and glad we did! Thank you Amex for the resy credit. Ate like…read moreroyalty on a budget +parking lot diagonally across fishbar was still there! Park there for easy meter parking (accepts credit card!) +our server Chuy took an amazing care of us!! A+ stellar service +must must must order their oysters. So fresh and so good. We easily destroyed 2 dozens. +if you like oyster Rockefeller, would recommend paying the $3 up charge and order it. It's definitely solid and worth it! +peruvian scallop is good--it's dressed in Asian inspired dressing and it felt like I was eating Thai food. Scallops are fresh and we enjoyed it. +calamari was also a solid order. Batter is crispy but thinly coated and the calamari itself was tender and delicious. +lobster Mac & cheese was good but I don't think I'll order it again. It was comforting at first but the sauce got water-y midway through. -grilled oysters - we weren't a big fan of this one. It tasted like oysters in bbq sauce and we could do it without them next time. A true gem in MB. We'll try to be back more often!

Soo refreshing to have a local Asian grocery store without having to go to the overpriced 99 ranch…read moreor driving out to H Mart. I love that it is small so I never have to wait to check out or worry about parking. I get most everything I need from here for SEA cuisine (papaya salad ingredients, sticky rice, rice pin noodles, frozen ube, canned lychee etc etc). Between a regular grocery store and Saigon market, I find that I don't need to go to the large Asian grocery stores as often to get what I need! There is a bakery here, I only tried two things and it was mid Customer service is great, a gentleman saw me carrying a lot of items and brought me a basket!

I am an avid Vietnamese Coffee drinker so they have a decent selection !…read more I also grab my sriracha from here. Everything is reasonably priced considering the state of the union... Recommend for the Viet goods!