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    4.0 (103 reviews)
    ModerateNew American
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Uni was from Hokkaido
    Nate T.

    I came for a Japanese pop-up where they were serving amazing sushi and sake all while vinyl records were being spun in the background. Service was great given it was a holiday weekend. The ambiance and decor had that hidden gem feel with an upscale twist. I would definitely come back to try their regular menu as I heard it was quite delicious.

    Lunch special
    Briseida N.

    It was my first time here, came in after a walk on the beach. They have late night happy hour 8pm-close Monday-Friday. I went with the Tropical Mule, I loved it. The service was great and fast. The ambience is really nice, I look forward to coming back to try more food and drinks.

    Rigatoni alla vodka
    Chad J.

    Their menu has so much variety: from pastas, to sandwiches and burgers, salads, sushi and even chicken pot pie. And honestly everything was delicious. Service was a little slow but that may have been because we were a larger group. The rigatoni alla vodka was also spicy which I wasn't expecting but was still really good.

    Burger
    Shanelle S.

    Casual spot close to the beach with eclectic food offerings. Came here for dinner to celebrate a friend's birthday on a weeknight and made a reservation online in advance. The booth they sat us in for 6 was more on the cozy side, but it was a chill vibe and a nice ocean breeze coming in. I had the rotisserie chicken while my boyfriend had the Fuchs office burger. Both came with fries and were decently portioned. I was hungry but still had some leftovers. We ended the meal with a hit fudge sundae, and that is something that's easily shareable (it was so big!). Metered street parking on a steep incline was available.

    Mostly toppings and a few pieces of meat
    Kandece B.

    I came here for Dine LA but because I was early, I couldnt get the dinner so I ordered other things from the menu. I got the spinach dip, lamb tacos, fries and a rose spritzer. First off, the appetizers and mains were a bit overpriced. The spinach dip was $18 and the (2) lamb tacos with mixed greens dressed only in a vinaigrette was $28. The rose spritzer was $8 and fries were $8. I spent $67 for these items. The lamb tacos had mostly fat pieces and was half full. The salad did not have any toppings just light dressing. The fries were a bit salty. All in all, a very pretty place and the ambiance was nice , staff were pleasant l, the bartender was friendly but the overpriced food was a downer.

    Artichoke dip Spicy tuna roll
    Ashley H.

    Good for happy hour ! $10 apps The artichoke dip was very spicy but it wasn't described as so on the menu. Spicy tuna roll was refreshing but not very spicy! Service was a little slow but still friendly. Cute inside!

    Kelly S.

    Since they renovated, Brewco has been one of my favorite spots in downtown. The shishito peppers, French fries, and cocktails are all delicious ! The affogato martini is fantastic as well. The ambiance is quite nice; and not too formal or casual. The service is also very attentive.

    August 2025 Menu
    Kathy Z.

    What a fun, upscale bar in Manhattan Beach! We had the Chicken Chipotle Pasta, which was hearty, filling and quite loaded up. We also had the Japanese BBQ Burger with fries and a side salad. I was quite into the BBQ sauce and we wolfed it all down pretty quickly. The bartender was efficient and jovial, which we appreciated. We came in for a quick bite while exploring the city, so we can't speak to the drinks. Seems this place attracts locals as regulars, which says a lot to me. Restrooms are clean and tidy, but they are unisex so there may be a wait. Parking is available in nearby lots or on the street - don't forget to pay the meter.

    Punit T.

    Great service and ambiance .we came here for a happy hour and it didn't disappoint us. $10 menu for food and drinks is perfect.

    Happy Hourrrr  (Buffalo chicken wings w celery & carrots, Shrimp Tempura sushi roll)
    Talaya C.

    Service was great! Our table's waitress was very polite and made sure our food got out to us in a timely manner! Cleanliness on point!! And the bathroom?! GORGEOUS! The setting is literally something out of a sitcom show or movie. Me and my friends decided to go here and enjoy this amazing happy hour after having a lovely day out on the beach and I can say this was a WONDERFUL choice! And I will actually be back very soon because those chicken wings?! Simply delicious to the point that I ate them in silence LOL **that's how you know the food is CHEF'S KISS**

    Mary's Chinese chicken salad
    jeannette h.

    Came back here this past Sunday since Manhattan Beach was having their snow festival with ice slides and snow play and fireworks for the kids. Everywhere was busy and we were lucky enough to get a seat. We were served quickly and our server was very attentive. There was a lot of people at the bar and standing around tables, the restaurant was very accommodating to large parties, even those that didn't have a place to sit. We ordered onion rings, which is always good. It was nice and crispy. Kids had a cheeseburger, which they ate it all. Hubby ordered Fuchs office burger again, which he really liked. I tried a Mary's Chinese chicken salad., they give you quite a bit of salad, my only problem was that they don't give you that much chicken. You are literally poking around for chicken so you can have it in a bite. Dressing tasted good and veggies were fresh. If they added more chicken, it would be a much better salad. Server came to check us out quickly so we wouldn't miss the fireworks.

    Green Goddess Salad
    Dana M.

    Very cute restaurant and a perfect dining experience when the weather is nice. We sat by the window which was open with a nice breeze and a perfect view of the ocean. The establishment was nice and clean and the service was good (I love the decor in the bathrooms). Everyone was friendly and I want to give a shoutout to Dylan... he was amazing and very accommodating (I changed my order 3 times sorry Dylan! :) I ordered the green goddess salad, it was very tasty and refreshing on this nice summer day. It was loaded with jicama, grilled corn, avocado and cherry tomatoes. They do have an option to add protein as well. Everyone I dined with enjoyed their food, although they did say the French fries were super crispy and over cooked. Not sure if this is how they normally cook their fries, but If you want it less crispy I would recommend stating that at the time of placing your order. Overall, great place to dine. I look forward to dining here again in the future!

    IG @snacks_with_steph
    Stephanie S.

    $10 Happy Hour cocktails, small bites, and a breathtaking sunset view! Brewco Social is minutes from the pier. If you go during happy hour, you can get a glimpse of a gorgeous sunset and enjoy delicious, cocktails, and light bites. We got their: Housemade Pão de Queijo Fuch's Office Burger Hamachi roll Steak Frites Churro Bites Spritz Social Mango Aperol Sour Their pão de queijo came out warm and fresh, and it was so cheesy. I loved their hamachi roll that was light and refreshing, which paired great with their fruity cocktails. Their steak was cooked a perfect medium rare, and the skinny fries were so crisp. The burger we got came with Gruyère and blue cheese, arugula, bacon, and caramelized onions with a garlic aïoli, and every single bite was so good. Their happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 PM and Saturdays 9 PM to close. They have a lot of great deals all for $10 including their sushi rolls and chicken wings, along with some cocktails and wines. Street parking can definitely be a struggle here so I do recommend coming early to do a bit of shopping before you eat. highly recommend stopping.

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    The Strand House - Exterior

    The Strand House

    4.1(2.8k reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$$
    Takes reservations
    Romantic vibe

    The food was really nice, every dish was delightful. Even though i wasn't seated at the window,…read morestill J got a nice view!! Though took off two stars because the server wasn't so polite. He was clattering plates down and rushing us the entire time. Even got the wrong receipt..not so satisfying

    Some places serve drinks. Some places serve sunsets. The Strand House somehow figured out how to…read moreserve both at the same time. Perched above the Manhattan Beach Pier, this longtime local favorite has one of those views that makes you immediately forget whatever minor problem you had before walking in. Traffic? Gone. Emails? Gone. That text message you were supposed to answer three days ago? Also gone. All replaced by floor to ceiling windows, the Pacific Ocean, and a sunset that looks suspiciously like someone adjusted the saturation settings on reality. We stopped in for cocktails before dinner elsewhere, and honestly, it took a fair amount of self discipline to leave. The bar itself strikes that perfect Manhattan Beach balance between polished and relaxed. Contemporary without feeling cold. Stylish without trying too hard. Large enough for a lively crowd, yet comfortable enough to settle in and watch the evening unfold. Upstairs feels like an elevated coastal lounge, while downstairs carries a bit more energy and nightlife spirit as the evening progresses. A special shoutout goes to Jeffrey behind the bar. Jeffrey is exactly the kind of bartender you hope to find when you sit down somewhere new. Friendly, relaxed, knowledgeable, and able to make a cocktail that tastes like it was crafted by someone who actually enjoys making cocktails. The Old Fashioned was particularly memorable. Too many bars treat an Old Fashioned like a chemistry experiment gone wrong. Too sweet. Too bitter. Too medicinal. Too much of something. Jeffrey's version was balanced, smooth, and effortless. The kind of cocktail that quietly reminds you why the drink became famous in the first place. Around us, the room was buzzing. Large business groups celebrated victories. Friends gathered for sunset drinks. Couples leaned in over cocktails while pretending not to notice the spectacular view behind them. The atmosphere felt vibrant without becoming overwhelming. And then there was that view. The Manhattan Beach Pier stretching into the Pacific. The changing colors of the sky. The waves rolling in below. You almost find yourself staring out the windows between sips like a tourist seeing the ocean for the first time. The Strand House has been part of the South Bay dining scene for years, and after spending an evening here, it's easy to understand why. It's not trying to be trendy. It's not chasing the latest fad. It simply delivers a great setting, great drinks, and an experience that feels effortlessly Southern California. If you're looking for a sunset cocktail in Manhattan Beach, stop searching. Grab a seat, order a drink, watch the sun sink into the Pacific.

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    Manhattan Beach Post - Pecan sticky bun

    Manhattan Beach Post

    4.3(4k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    The first thing I noticed about Manhattan Beach Post was the plants. Not because there were a few…read moreplants. Lots of restaurants have a few plants. These plants appeared to have union representation. They're everywhere. Hanging from things. Growing out of things. Quietly observing your meal. The whole place feels like someone built a really nice restaurant and then let nature move in as a long term tenant. The room hums. Not loudly. Not aggressively. Just enough. Glasses clink. People lean into conversations. Servers weave through the room carrying plates that look heavy enough to alter their center of gravity. Nobody seems rushed. Everybody seems busy. It's a difficult balance. The biscuits arrived first. Now, I'd heard about the biscuits. People talk about these biscuits the way fishermen talk about the one that got away. Slightly dramatic. A little emotional. Hard to verify. Turns out the stories were true. Warm bacon cheddar biscuits with maple butter. I took one bite and immediately understood why people order a second round. The outside has just enough structure to remind you it's baked. The inside is soft enough to make you wonder whether butter has secretly become a building material. We ordered another. Not because we needed another. Because apparently that's what happens here. The creamy polenta showed up next and felt like the culinary equivalent of a weighted blanket. Comforting. Smooth. Relaxed. The sort of dish that encourages you to slow down and stop checking your phone. The duck was one of my favorites. Lightly fried with crisp skin and tender meat, resting on white Italian beans and rosemary. It felt like something a French chef would cook after spending a weekend in the countryside and becoming briefly inspired by fresh air. At some point you stop evaluating food and simply nod in agreement with it. This was one of those moments. Dessert was equally dangerous. The olive oil cake arrived with strawberries and disappeared much faster than logic suggested it should. The cheesecake somehow managed to be rich and light at the same time, which feels like it should violate a law of physics somewhere. Service deserves its own mention. The whole team operates like a group project where everyone actually did their part. Plates appeared when they should. Water glasses mysteriously refilled themselves. Questions were answered without anyone making you feel like you should already know the answer. The chef's French influence shows up everywhere, but not in a showy way. Nothing feels complicated for the sake of being complicated. Everything feels like somebody spent a lot of time thinking about it so you wouldn't have to. By the end of the meal, I realized Manhattan Beach Post had done something difficult. It felt special without feeling serious. You can dress up. You can come casually. You can celebrate something important or absolutely nothing at all. Just order the biscuits. The plants already know you're going to.

    Good experience at this restaurant in Manhattan beach. Modern take on Southern and general American…read morecuisine. Food was great, but not mind-blowing in my opinion. Some dishes could've been executed better. Going down the list of dishes I had here: - Bacon Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuits: These were more like scones rather than biscuits. Crunchy with good bacon and cheddar flavor. - Japanese Hamachi Crudo: Unique and I liked the citrusy flavor and creamy texture. However, 3 small slices of fish for $26 was overpriced. - Leafy Greens & Radicchio: Solid and crispy salad with a nice tangy dressing. The cheese also added a lot of sharp flavor which was nice. - Skirt Steak: Good flavor and char, but a bit tough. Also some dry pieces. - Chilean Sea Bass: Lemon orzo risotto was creamy and delicious. The sea bass itself was okay, nothing special. It felt overpowered by the risotto. The fish was moist and flaky though. - 20 Oz Prime Beef Ribeye: Quality was subpar relative to price. Portion size was solid by the steak itself was inconsistent. Some of the pieces were rarer while others were more well-done even though we asked for medium rare. There were also some dry pieces which I did not like. Flavor was good though. - Strawberry and Olive Oil Cake: Was confused since there was just a thin layer of cake, but realized the title also referred to the mousse. I would title it 'Strawberry Mousse with Olive Oil Cake" to make it less confusing. Regardless, this was a delicious dessert! Love the fruity strawberry and savory pistachio flavors as well as the smooth textures. - S'mores sundae: Got this on the house for my aunt's birthday. A generous portion but the components were a bit too sweet for my liking. I visited this restaurant for a birthday that I organized and my experience was overall good. Reservation was made easy using OpenTable and I could also mention it was for a birthday occasion. The ambiance was gorgeous with good mood lighting. Good for group and 1 on 1 dining. Parking is metered or street parking. Overall, I probably wouldn't come out of my way to dine here again, but my experience wasn't bad just not significant enough to put in my rotation. Would come back if someone treated me here though.

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    Tin Roof Bistro - Monday special, fried chicken

    Tin Roof Bistro

    4.1(3k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$

    Went with mom and sister for their happy hour which is from 4pm-6pm Monday through Friday. Sat…read moreoutside since it was a nice day was immediately greeted by a waitress. Food was very delicious! Ambiance was great nice floral energy. Stuff we ordered: Getting figgy with it: It was just a whiskey on the rocks. 8.5/10 Firecracker shrimp: amazing! Alot of flavor and the shrimp is cooker to perfection. We loved it so much so that we ordered a total of 2 of them! 10/10 Fig and pig pizza: very tasty, very unique in terms of flavors. You the fig compliments the Bleu cheese very well, just wish it was crispier. 9/10 Manhattan beach cobbler salad: It was pretty basic after having all the other flavors. Was just a salad nothing special about it. The chicken breast felt dry even though the salad was very wet. 6/10 Overall an extremely pleasant experience from the little things of a clean bathroom and clean cooking space to the better things of clean and happy looking staff will definitely come back in the near future.

    Customer Service Incident- 5-19-26 Check # 72 Table 31…read more This report outlines concerns regarding a recent dining experience at Tin Roof Bistro (TRB) in Manhattan Beach. While prior visits to the restaurant have consistently met high standards of quality and service, several service and billing issues during the most recent visit resulted in dissatisfaction and concern regarding the accuracy of the final bill and tip calculation. Following a lengthy day of medical appointments and a 90-minute drive from UCLA during rush hour traffic, my wife and I decided to dine at Tin Roof Bistro rather than return home to prepare a meal. Based on previous positive experiences, we expected the same level of quality and service historically associated with the establishment. Upon arrival, we were seated promptly and initially received courteous service from our waiter, Brandon. However, several issues arose throughout the course of the meal: We ordered two glasses of wine shortly after being seated. Despite the simplicity of the order, the beverages were not delivered in a timely manner. Our order included: * A Caesar salad to share * Bread service * Two entrées After an extended wait period, I reminded the waiter that the Caesar salad had not yet been served. The salad was then delivered promptly following the reminder. At the time the salad arrived, I specifically requested that the entrées not be brought out until we had finished the salad course. Despite this request, the entrées were delivered within minutes, before we had consumed more than a few bites of the salad. We asked staff to remove the entrées temporarily until we completed the appetizer course. The entrées were eventually re-served and were of good quality. Billing and Point-of-Sale Concerns The primary concern arose during the payment process. The electronic payment screen initially appeared accurate with respect to the total amount due. Based on the displayed total, I elected to leave a 20% gratuity despite the service shortcomings experienced during the meal. After requesting a printed receipt, I discovered the following: * The entrées had been entered twice on the bill. * A corresponding credit had been applied to offset the duplicate charge. * The gratuity calculation, however, appeared to be based on the inflated subtotal before the duplicate entrée credit was applied. This duplicate entry increased the apparent bill total by approximately 54%, which in turn increased the calculated tip amount accordingly. Due to fatigue at the time, I chose not to pursue the matter with management during the visit. However, I also observed a nearby table returning an order, which raises concern that similar billing or service issues may have affected other customers. Concerns and Recommendations Given the increasing public discussion surrounding questionable tipping and point-of-sale practices, this experience raises concerns regarding whether: 1. The issue resulted from an employee action, or 2. The POS system is improperly calculating gratuity suggestions based on inaccurate pre-adjustment totals. While I cannot determine whether this incident was intentional, I strongly recommend that Tin Roof Bistro review its POS system configuration and billing procedures to ensure gratuity calculations are based solely on the actual final total owed by the customer. Additionally, improved coordination between kitchen staff and servers regarding course timing would significantly improve the dining experience. This experience was disappointing, particularly because Tin Roof Bistro has historically maintained a high standard of service and consistency. Although the food quality remained good, the service delays and billing irregularities negatively impacted the overall experience. Should I choose to dine at TRB again, I will pay closer attention to the billing and gratuity calculations before completing payment.

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    Saint & Second - Onion soup with sweet onions

    Saint & Second

    4.1(251 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Server Álvaro is an actual SAINT at Saint & Second!…read more I want to start by clarifying that I went to S&S yesterday afternoon ready to cry major boo-hoo tears to my two besties, without much of an appetite. Instead, I ended up with a full belly and side cramps from laughing along with our awesome server, Alvaro. The Man. The Myth. The Legend that he is! Small Backstory: Last Friday I lost my job of almost 25 years in public education due to a complicated work accident (my back was broken & I now have screws in my spine) and I planned to whine to my best friends into a cocktail or two, and get out plenty of Kim Kardashian ugly-cry faces until it would be time to go home. Enter ALVARO! This kind man had the nerve to be polite to us! The nerve! LOL. He greeted us with a warm smile while my cold heart was practically making it snow. He explained all portions of the breathtaking menu when I had planed to eat my sadness. He even had the GALL to say if we wanted something not on the menu that he would see what he could do to make it happen! Here I was, ready to drink Unicorn Tears, and he was cheering me up! WHAT THE??! LOL The three is us started with the MEZZE PLATE. And OH LORD! I think we ate the print off of the plates while trying to get to the last crumb. We polished off a whole extra serving of cucumber slices in the process, by the way, and I'm not embarrassed to say that. The Turkish honey-sweetened labne was such a party in our mouths! Make of that what you will. Each of us got a dinner entre, with mine being the S&S Fish and Chips. I loved that the fillet was not overly battered and the chips had an almost double-Belgium fried taste going on. I couldn't help but swipe several spoons worth of aged-cheddar grits off a friend's seared pork chop plate. Now THOSE were some butter-heaven sent grits! My drink, that kept shooting partially through my nostrils from laughter, was a classic margarita on the rocks. No margaritas were injured/harmed in the process of my belly laughter. At some point towards the end of our night, a patron of the mall next door pulled the site-wide fire alarm, ringing through the whole location for everyone to use caution and head to the closest exit. If you grew up like my friends and I, you don't follow that suggestion unless you're trying to run out on the bill like a jerk. Bless be to Alvaro, he stopped by our table several times to apologize about the noise and flashing lights and explained the fire department was working on it. I explained that the Hood Cricket sound didn't bother us and we were happy to wait out the alarm. So not only did Alvaro provide us with excellent service, an outstanding meal, and generous smiles, but he also made sure that we felt SEEN. And THAT is what made the whole evening worth it. No sadness or cringey tears about a lost job were needed. It ends up all we needed was a server named Alvaro at Saint & Second to make my spirits feel high again. Pricing is a bit high but was totally worth it! Patrons were dressed business casual. Sound level, not counting the hood cricket, was mid and conversation was easy to have. Several televisions were playing different stations but no captions were provided. There is handicap parking available in the parking garage located just outside the front door of the establishment and no stairs or elevators are needed to enter. There are several entrances/exits to the available outdoor seating area and outdoor heaters are available. Glances around showed me that every patron I saw was tucking into their plates with smiles and were enjoying themselves. I have already made plans to return to S&S in another two weeks because it was indeed THAT GOOD! And for those fine diners that are wondering, "But what is a Hood Cricket?" An HC is a chirping fire-alarm that some of us are able to tune out with ease. You're welcome!

    Lovely location that's beautifully decorated with an indoor/outdoor space. No issue parking in…read moreadjacent garage, but I'm sure it gets busy at peak times. I enjoyed the chorizo tacos. Although, the portion seemed small considering there is no side dish served with this. (Comes with 3 tacos). I will say that I was pleasantly surprised with how big their brunch menu is. They have a little bit of everything from avocado toast to pancakes to sandwiches. The service left a little to be desired. It seemed very slow even though we arrived not long after they opened and things were fairly quiet. It took a while to get requested items like creamer, receive our food and have our plates cleared.

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    Nick's Manhattan Beach - Lunch Bistro Plate

    Nick's Manhattan Beach

    4.4(1.7k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    We were in town to celebrate our twins' 25th birthdays and my daughter recommended Nick's. We had a…read morefantastic experience start to finish. The hosts up front were friendly and personable. Our server, Raquel, was lovely and on top of things. I had what I think is the best Mai Tai I've ever had, even while in Hawaii! Just delicious. We enjoyed the fried asparagus and bacon deviled eggs as our appetizer. The buttermilk fried chicken, crispy chicken sandwich and the ribeye melt were really good, but I am STILL thinking about how incredible Cha Cha's Spicy Rigatoni was. So incredibly creamy, and full of flavor, with just the right amount of heat. My daughter orders this every time it's on a menu, and this is by far the best I've ever tasted. SO good. We had mentioned we were celebrating our twins' birthday, and they were served two lovely pieces of chocolate cake with a candle, AND a card for each of them signed by the staff. Never have I experienced that before for a birthday in a restaurant! Just a great touch. I am SO glad my daughter suggested we go here, and every time we're in town we will return. Cannot recommend it enough!!!!

    Please bring back the Cucumber Collin's!!…read more Good food, staff & vibes, but the revamped the menu and took the reason why I frequented off the menu!

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    Nick's Manhattan Beach - Indoor dining area. We sat on the beautiful patio space during this beautiful day. I forgot to take pics of patio though. Lol.

    Indoor dining area. We sat on the beautiful patio space during this beautiful day. I forgot to take pics of patio though. Lol.

    Nick's Manhattan Beach - Butter cheese rigatoni

    Butter cheese rigatoni

    Nick's Manhattan Beach - Full rack of Baby Back Pork Ribs

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    Full rack of Baby Back Pork Ribs

    Jame Enoteca - John Thomas Bar

    Jame Enoteca

    4.5(1.4k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Takes reservations

    Jame is one of those places where you start noticing the details--and then realize everything is…read moredialed in. First, the handmade pasta. This isn't just "al dente." There's a real chew here--a springy, structured bite that gives just enough resistance before yielding. It's deeply satisfying and makes every dish feel more intentional. The cappelloni shows it off best: that almost-famous sauce wraps around each piece, but the pasta holds its own, so you get that perfect balance of silky and structured. Same with the tangiello--the meat sauce tastes like it's been simmering for days, rich and layered, but the noodles never get lost because that chew carries through. The Caesar isn't an afterthought either. It's got a subtle spicy kick that wakes everything up, and if you add chicken, it's done right--well-seasoned, nicely grilled, juicy with a bit of char. It turns a classic into something you actually remember. Dinner is where things go a little heartier, and the pork chop delivers. Fall-off-the-bone tender, but still full of flavor--not just soft for the sake of it. Jame just gets the fundamentals right, then pushes a little further. Thoughtful, textured, and the kind of place where even the chew of the pasta becomes part of the experience.

    It is always a pleasure to dine in downtown in El Segundo and I was excited to finally check out…read moreJame Enoteca, which is located right at the heart of area. I was impressed with the clean and modern look of Jane Enoteca from the moment I walked in. Their dishes consist of several handmade pastas, salads and Italian inspired comfort food. My friend and I chose to start our meals with the Meatballs and Brussels Sprouts. Being a Brussels Sprouts fan, I really enjoyed their roasted crispy Brussels sprouts that were tossed in schiaffoni dressing and finished with sesame. Equal in deliciousness were their Meatballs. The Meatballs were tender, rich and saucy. These starters were a great way to kick off our meal here. For our mains, we got their Paccheri Lisci and Tonnarelli. The Paccheri Lisci had a bit of a spicy kick to it. It has spicy pork sausage sugo, fennel, sage and pecorino. It was meaty and flavorful. The Tonnarelli or Cacio e Pepe contrasted nicely with the Paccheri Lisci. This pasta dish was simple, sharp and peppery. This was more bold versus saucy. Last but not least we had some cookies for dessert. I loved the fresh baked snickerdoodle and chocolate chip cookies. It was a sweet and perfect ending to the meal here. Overall, I really enjoyed dining at Jame Enoteca. I am now looking forward to trying out their sister restaurant Jame Taqueria down the street.

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    Jame Enoteca
    Jame Enoteca
    Jame Enoteca - Spicy rigatoni alla vodka

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    Spicy rigatoni alla vodka

    Fishing With Dynamite - Peruvian scallops and jumbo shrimp cocktail from the raw bar

    Fishing With Dynamite

    4.5(2k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    What a gem. Me and…read morefiancé had dinner late last night 5/15 @ 9pm, we did make a reservation at that time and checked in early and they sat us down 10 mins early ((looooved that)). We ordered the Crab cake, perfectly packed together where it wasn't too dense but gently molded. It was packed with umami and this refreshing citrus after taste..it was so damn good. French fries, were a must crispy tasty fries did not disappoint. Spanish octopus, cooked to perfection- lots of interesting flavors and textures we enjoyed. Lastly we shared the tacos (1 cod 1 shrimp), tasty fat tacos. Accompanied with fresh chips and the guac and salsa that was tasty. What really set it for us, was while we were wrapping up the meal. Me and fiancé were toasting to my late dad, today was his birthday. Well we asked for the check and planned to skip dessert. Well before we left our server had packed us the key lime pie to take home..just because. God lord, the timing of toasting my dad, and the generosity had me literally fighting tears. It really was a remarkable meal, we loved every bite. Our server whoever you are your f*cking wondeful and the team you are doing amazing work thank you.

    Fantastic service. Halibut was delicious. Wine selection…read morepaired perfectly. This gem was recommended by a local I chatted to at a coffee shop and it turned out really well for my coworker and me.

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    Fishing With Dynamite - Bar area.

    Bar area.

    Fishing With Dynamite - Spiny Lobster

    Spiny Lobster

    Fishing With Dynamite - Starters

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    Starters

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