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Fishing With Dynamite
Fishing with Dynamite is a Manhattan Beach seafood restaurant with an oyster bar and sidewalk seating. Opened in 2013, it pairs traditional seafood cooking with flavors from around the world.
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Esperanza Cocina de la Playa
Esperanza Cocina de la Playa is a Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar on Manhattan Beach Boulevard, with seafood.
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Love & Salt
Love & Salt has a distinct philosophy that guides its menu and atmosphere, and can be found at 317 Manhattan Beach Blvd in Manhattan Beach. The menu features antipasti, main plates, pasta, and wood oven pizza, with…
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Big Wok Mongolian BBQ
Big Wok Mongolian BBQ is a Barbeque restaurant on North Sepulveda Boulevard, with mongolian and vegan options.
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The Strand House
The Strand House in Manhattan Beach, California, boasts a setting above the Pacific Ocean. Its menu is guided by the seasons, providing a distinct dining experience. Executive Chef Chris Park leads the team, creating…
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FISHBAR
FISHBAR specializes in mesquite-grilled fish and seafood. It buys fish whole and has a master filleter cut it.
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Manhattan Beach Post
Manhattan Beach Post, or MB Post, is a restaurant serving soulful, handcrafted dishes inspired by Chef David LeFevre's travels and the South Bay spirit. The menu features small shared plates, hand-crafted cocktails,…
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Simmzy's Restaurant Manhattan Beach
Simmzy's Restaurant Manhattan Beach is a gastropub on Manhattan Beach Boulevard, with American cooking and vegetarian options.
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Un Caffe Altamura
Un Caffè Altamura is a locally-owned cafe and wine bar in Manhattan Beach, California, that combines classic sophistication with daily wants, focusing on simplicity and quality. The cafe offers a variety of dishes,…
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The Arthur J
The Arthur J is a Manhattan Beach steakhouse where steaks are cooked over live wood fire. The restaurant also has a raw bar and wine cellar, with David LeFevre as chef-owner.
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Rock'N Fish Restaurant
Rock'N Fish Restaurant is a seafood restaurant on Manhattan Beach Boulevard, with gastropub fare and vegan options.
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SLAY Steak + Fish House
SLAY Steak + Fish House in Manhattan Beach, California, serves classic American surf 'n turf with an elegant, throwback ambiance. Sustainability and exceptional quality are key, with rotating ingredients on the menu…
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Mercado Restaurant Manhattan Beach
Mercado Restaurant Manhattan Beach is a Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar on North Sepulveda Boulevard.
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Tin Roof Bistro
Tin Roof Bistro opened in Manhattan Village in 2009 and serves wood-fired pizzas alongside a wine list. Its courtyard has a fountain, terracotta flooring, mission arches, and string lights; a separate room is available…
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Nando Trattoria
Nando Trattoria is a family-run Italian restaurant in Manhattan Beach.
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brewco social
brewco social serves Californian dishes made with local and sustainable ingredients in downtown Manhattan Beach, close to the ocean. The menu features salads, sandwiches, sushi, and mains like rotisserie chicken,…
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RICE Healthy Japanese Dining
RICE Healthy Japanese Dining is a Japanese restaurant on Manhattan Avenue, with vegan options and gluten-free options.
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Dash Dashi Sushi and Sake Bar
Dash Dashi Sushi and Sake Bar is a sushi restaurant and sushi bar on Manhattan Avenue, with Japanese cooking.
Local shop
Wright's
Wright's is a clothing store on Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
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Blvd
BLVD is a contemporary lifestyle boutique located in the heart of Downtown Manhattan Beach, offering a curated selection of aspirational and exclusive brands for the modern family. The boutique features a wide range of…
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Waverly Boutique
Waverly Boutique is a clothing store on Manhattan Avenue.
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Manhattan Denim
Manhattan Denim is a clothing store on Manhattan Avenue.
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LuLu's Nouvelle
LuLu's Nouvelle is a women's specialty boutique located in Downtown Manhattan Beach, California. The boutique offers a range of products, including lingerie, ready-to-wear, shoes, jewelry, and confections. The boutique…
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Harper And Harlow
Harper And Harlow is a clothing store on Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
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Scala Shoes
Scala Shoes is a shoe store on Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
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Blue Diamond Jeweler | Engagement Ring Specialist Manhattan Beach Jewelry Store
Blue Diamond Jeweler | Engagement Ring Specialist Manhattan Beach Jewelry Store is a jewelry store on Manhattan Avenue.
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YaYa's Boutique
YaYa's Boutique is a jewelry store on Highland Avenue.
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Players Liquor
Players Liquor is a liquor store on Highland Avenue.
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Manhattan Fine Wines
Manhattan Fine Wines caters to both wine enthusiasts and casual drinkers, providing an array of products to suit various tastes and preferences in Manhattan Beach, California. The shop has a wide selection of wines and…
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Aviation Liquor Market
Aviation Liquor Market is a liquor store on North Aviation Boulevard.
Children’s clothing and gifts
Bella Beach Kids
Bella Beach Kids in Manhattan Beach operates as a family owned business, situated at 225 Manhattan Beach Blvd in downtown Manhattan Beach, California. The company sells Manhattan Beach items, including hoodies and tees…
Home and gift shop
Gum Tree
Homewares and gifts at the Manhattan Beach branch of this South Bay shop.
Vintage clothing
MBI Vintage
A vintage clothing shop with a Manhattan Beach store on Manhattan Beach Boulevard. Its online collections include sports, college and kids’ vintage pieces, along with vintage-inspired apparel.
Independent bookstore
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pages is a bookstore in Manhattan Beach, California, located at 904 Manhattan Avenue. The store offers various books, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's books. The bookstore hosts events such as author…
Gift shop
Tabula Rasa Essentials
A gift shop on Manhattan Avenue with coastal-inspired gifts, bath and body products, candles, diffusers, home and kitchen goods, and toys. The store offers complimentary gift wrapping; check it for current selections.
Museum and cultural place
Roundhouse Aquarium
The Roundhouse Aquarium is located in Manhattan Beach, California, and is a place where people can learn about marine life. It is managed by the Oceanographic Teaching Stations, a non-profit organization. The aquarium…
Art gallery and home shop
Pacific Coast Gallery + Home
Pacific Coast Gallery + Home offers limited-edition fine-art photography, framing, and home decor. Conceived in 1998, the gallery custom prints and hand frames its photographs. It also offers custom printing and…
Photography gallery
John Post Gallery
The John Post Gallery is located at 808 Manhattan Avenue in Manhattan Beach, California. It features photographs by John Post, who has been documenting the area for more than 50 years. His work includes images of the…
Art gallery and framing shop
Riley Arts Gallery
Riley Arts Gallery has been serving Manhattan Beach, California, with a diverse collection of fine art, prints, photography, and gifts since its inception. The gallery's collection is constantly updated to cater to…
Photography gallery
Bo Bridges Gallery
Surf, snow and travel photography in a downtown fine-art gallery.
Photography gallery
Brooke Wilen Fine Art Photography
Brooke Wilen Fine Art Photography in Manhattan Beach, California, specializes in limited edition wall art that is hand-signed, numbered, and comes with a certificate of authenticity. The artwork, created from Brooke's…
Art gallery and vintage boutique
3rd Gallery
Art, vintage clothing and accessories at an independent downtown gallery and boutique.
Automotive repair
Dynamic Performance
Dynamic Performance is a business located in Manhattan Beach, California, that provides automotive repair services. The business offers a wide range of services, including oil changes, brake repairs, and maintenance…
Party and event planning
The Location Connection
The Location Connection is a business based in Manhattan Beach, California, that specializes in party and event planning, as well as location scouting for film and special events. The company has a wide variety of…
Laundromat
El Porto Laundry
El Porto Laundry is a full-service laundromat located in Manhattan Beach, California. It offers various services, including self-service, wash and fold, pickup and delivery, and commercial services. The laundromat is…
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Roundhouse Aquarium
The Roundhouse Aquarium is located in Manhattan Beach, California, and is a place where people can learn about marine life. It is managed by the Oceanographic Teaching Stations, a non-profit organization. The aquarium…
Neighborhoods
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Downtown
Explore locallyManhattan Beach Boulevard leads through the downtown shops and restaurants toward the pier.
North End
Explore locallyThe blocks around Rosecrans Avenue and Highland Avenue form another local dining and shopping area.
The Strand
Explore locallyThe beachfront path connects coastal views with access points along the city’s shore.
Manhattan Beach Pier
Explore locallyThe pier and its Roundhouse Aquarium are a recognizable starting point; check aquarium opening information directly.
Eat & Drink
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Mercado Restaurant Manhattan Beach
Mercado Restaurant Manhattan Beach is a Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar on North Sepulveda Boulevard.
Tin Roof Bistro
Tin Roof Bistro opened in Manhattan Village in 2009 and serves wood-fired pizzas alongside a wine list. Its courtyard has a fountain, terracotta flooring, mission arches, and string lights; a separate room is available…
Nando Trattoria
Nando Trattoria is a family-run Italian restaurant in Manhattan Beach.
brewco social
brewco social serves Californian dishes made with local and sustainable ingredients in downtown Manhattan Beach, close to the ocean. The menu features salads, sandwiches, sushi, and mains like rotisserie chicken,…
RICE Healthy Japanese Dining
RICE Healthy Japanese Dining is a Japanese restaurant on Manhattan Avenue, with vegan options and gluten-free options.
Shopping
Independent shops around Manhattan Beach
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Wright's
Wright's is a clothing store on Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
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Blvd
BLVD is a contemporary lifestyle boutique located in the heart of Downtown Manhattan Beach, offering a curated selection of aspirational and exclusive brands for the modern family. The boutique features a wide range of…
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Waverly Boutique
Waverly Boutique is a clothing store on Manhattan Avenue.
College & student life
Colleges near Manhattan Beach
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Public college · 10 miSanta Monica College$2,779 average net price
Private university · 12 miUniversity of Southern California$32,740 average net price
Public university · 13 miUniversity of California-Los Angeles$12,548 average net price
Public university · 9 miCalifornia State University-Dominguez Hills$8,615 average net price
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