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    Fishing With Dynamite

    4.5 (2k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Amy N.

    This is a cute seafood restaurant in the heart of Manhattan beach. It's also one of the few places in the area with raw clams - little neck. The staff is every nice and reservation Is highly recommended as it's a small place and it's very popular. Wild Spanish octopus - great dish to share Tuna tonnato toast- a unique dish with tuna on a toast. Also good to share Littlebeck clams - must have Grilled rock cod tacos - they were very tasty as well. Parking can be challenging. Plan ahead.

    Ceviche
    Su L.

    I normally only go to restaurants once unless it's an all-time favorite, but Fishing with Dynamite definitely deserves that status. Came here with a last-minute reservation on a Monday night and every single dish was perfect.

    Koshihikari Rice
    Anjelica C.

    My friend received a gift card for this place and boy are we glad she did. We made an early reservation for 5:45pm. This was a great time to go on a Wednesday. It wasn't busy which is great since it is a small venue. We each got a cocktail...Golden Hour and La Catrina. Then we shared the blue crab cake appetizer, Koshihikari Rice, and key lime pie. It was the perfect amount of food and all was flavorful and delicious. I would love to come back for their oyster bar for lunch some time. Our server was also great and since it was our first time, he was able to give us recommendations. As we were leaving, it was starting to get busy. Oh, and you can see the ocean from various seats around the restaurant!

    Koshihikari rice
    Tim C.

    Excellent seafood restaurant in Manhattan Beach. Great raw bar and creative menu, complemented by outstanding service. Our server gave great advice on the oyster selection and then guided us through the menu. It's small inside, but busy and they clearly turn over tables quickly and keep their kitchen busy all day. The Koshikihari rice was a highlight - an umami-rich risotto-style dish, as was the crab cake. Very highly recommended.

    Fish and Chips
    Joy S.

    The food here is top notch. Make reservations ahead of time as they do get busy. This establishment doesn't have much seating but the servers have everything down to get you in and out as quick as possible while enjoying your time. Our server was the perfect match for our date, personal and patient. Everything was amazing and would definitely come back. The Key Lime pie is the best part, not too tart or sweet. Enough for at least 2 people.

    Koshihikari Rice
    Jill L.

    Delicious! I came here with a friend and we shared the Peruvian scallops to start. The scallops were FIRE. Just imagine the sweetest, freshest scallops, perfectly marinated in a tart and briny way. I definitely could've had a dozen of these! For my entrée I got the Koshihikari rice with uni and egg. I would say it is pretty good, definitely heartier than a porridge. It had a nice flavor of seafood but I think the addition of something bright or crunchy would've been nice to break up the heaviness of the dish. The salinity from the Uni was lovely though. Overall, this place is really cute and the service was on point. I would definitely return again to try other things on the menu!

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    Joseph D.

    Love love loved my experience here. It's a delicious oyster spot right by the water that has seasonal and rotational oysters. We got 3 different types of oysters, but our favorite was the Love Shuck. They had live Uni that day, which was ok... I'm spoiled from having gone to school at UCSB and having fresh Uni pretty much on deck. We got Crab Cakes, Koshihikari Rice (which is similar to a risotto), and the Grilled Hamachi Collar which was a seasonal special and so good... The food was amazing, and the price was appropriate for what we ordered (we had 3 people with all the food and drinks and it was around $330 give or take). I thought the staff were super attentive and friendly, the location was superb, and the food was amazing.

    Giselle S.

    Food & service 10/10 !! I love to get the scallops . Iv never had anything like that before, the flavor is amazingly balanced and fresh . Mussels are freshest + plumpest mussels Iv ever had with a beautiful warm bread that comes in the side . They have a full bar so if you're wanting wine or a nice tequila etc they have it all. Love to go walking nearby amazing location in beautiful manhattan.

    Koshihikari Rice - Trust me, this is the dish to order!!!
    Suzy S.

    I went back for my third visit in as many years and once again I was blown away. The restaurant is tiny so we had a counter seat that was right by the kitchen and the bathroom, but it was fine. We were just happy we got in. We had a few fresh oysters and great drinks before our entrees. My husband had the seared scallops which were perfectly made and plated. I ordered the Koshihikari Rice and loved it as much as I did 3 years ago when I had it. Seriously, I don't know that I will ever not order this dish. It's got a unique flavor to it I have never had anywhere else. We will definitely be back!

    Key lime tart, chocolate raspberry cake
    David I.

    The food, incredible! Uni available on weekends, it was incredible. Terrific oyster selection, also had raw scallops available, all were delicious. The fish sandwich was delicious with a homemade gribiche (a tartar sauce upgrade). The rice dish was otherworldly, creamy like a risotto with crab, shrimp, etc. the desserts were delicious, too. It's a small friendly venue with outdoor seating, a good bar selection and super friendly service. Will go again when back in Manhattan Beach.

    Alla L.

    Can't believe it took me so long to actually try Fishing with Dynamite. The restaurant is pretty small so weekend reservations can go quickly. The service is excellent and the seafood is super fresh. It's a bit on the pricy side but worth it for a great meal. Located in the heart of downtown Manhattan beach. Street parking is easy to find. Would highly recommend for a date night.

    Fried Fish Sandwich
    Jennifer E.

    Great vibe, incredible wine (the orange wine was BOMB), delicious food, and top-tier service. I made a reservation weeks in advance without realizing how small and popular this place has just a handful of indoor seats and a few tables outside. Every bite was incredible. We ordered the hamachi and I definitely should've asked for a side of chips to scoop up the extra avocado and sauce left on the plate. Everything was fantastic and perfect for sharing.

    Oysters
    Julia M.

    We got a ton of stuff here and everything was fabulous. Started with some oysters, a salad, and bread rolls. The rolls were warm and buttery. The oysters were fresh but quite small for the price (we wanted them to be small though). For entrees, I had the most amazing fish sandwich and my cousin and aunt split the crab pasta and the rice dish. The crab pasta had a wonderful meaty flavor that almost reminded us of bolognese. I was sad that I was almost too full to eat more of it. The fries with the fish sandwich were thin and crispy and salty- my favorite type of fry. The sandwich itself was juicy and flavorful, and it had the most amazing sauce on it. We were sadly too full for dessert but I'm sure it would've been great. We were helped by a waitress who gave us some food recommendations and was attentive. Cute location and interior by the water in MB.

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    Visited again recently, food was delicious as it was last time and this time no issues with late reservations so I'm bumping this to 4 stars

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    Great friendly service. Food presentation is awesome. The flavors dance in your mouth. Only negative was the wine selection list.

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    Ask the Community - Fishing With Dynamite

    Are there vegan options? If so, what?

    How's the parking?

    Street parking and some garages but depending on the time of day street parking is hard to come by.

    Is there a kid's menu?

    No, not that I know of. I was there in July. I've been there often and they've never had a kid's menu. The place and tables small, not particularly child friendly regarding space.

    Is it good for groups/large parties?

    Not really. We are a family of 4 and we were very cozy in there

    I see outdoor seating but is it dog friendly?

    Yes

    Where to park?

    There is a public parking lot less than half a block up manhattan Blvd.

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    The food was amazing!!!! I got the eggs Benedict and my bf got the french toast. Both were tie die…read morefor!!! We also got the ube cold foam espresso martini, which was delicious. My bf doesn't even like espresso martinis and he enjoyed it. Service was great! Ambiance was very nice with beautiful plants and aesthetic. It's also on the Michelin list , which I can see why.

    It's been awhile since I've been here so I thought I'd update my review. Since my review 13 years…read moreago the space has been remodeled, updated and are bigger (there's more space). The food is solid. It's as tasty and well put together as I remember it to be. We started with the bacon cheddar buttermilk biscuits. I think these have been here since day one. They're FULL of lovely smoky bacon pieces and are at least 4" round! It's a pretty hearty appetizer. We quickly moved on to dinner, here's what the table ordered: Lobster & Sweet Corn Risotto - the risotto was cooked perfectly. Be sure to mix that poblano pepper butter in the middle up, it adds a great smoky chili flavor to each bite. My oinly complaint about this dish is that they used claw meat. I'm just not a fan of lobster claw, it's too gelatinously rubbery for me. Skirt Steak - Oooo, this was medium rare to perfection. The smoked paprika chimichurri gave a burst of flavor and a mild heat at the back of my throat. Chilean Sea Bass - Chilean sea bass always cuts like buttah! 2 people ordered this at our table and I'm pretty sure they loved it, that side of the table was pretty silent for 15 - 20 mins. Pork Porterhouse - This dish had the most flavor. The spaetzle was cooked and browned on the griddle, it had a fantastic crispy crust. It was a little on the salty side BUT I think 's because it needed more carbs to tame the salt. For me, it would have been PERFECT with a little rice or mashed potatoes or creamed sunchokes. Parking still sucks in MB but right behind the restaurant is a parking garage that's free after 6 pm.

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    4.6
    (724 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Great place for a large group dinner…read more... Came here for my friend's birthday dinner, and it was great. Our waiter was the man. Super attentive and explained the menu well, especially since we were sharing. The bread is a must get, we got a the ceviche (super tangy and good) and french onion toast. The pork and rib eye were our favs. So tender, perfectly charred. The coffee toffee pudding dessert was also a must get. Will be back for future large group dinners.

    Sleeper restaurant, true hidden gem! Very inconspicuous and I've never noticed it before…read more The place is small and loud and you may have to wait a bit but the host is so gracious and attentive. The service is outstanding! Food is meant to be shared and is perfect for a night out or celebration. The dishes are so imaginative--flavorful and visually appealing. We started off with cheese appetizer to warm up. Not amazing but a solid starter. The badger flame beet salad was very tasty with pistachio and ruby red grapefruit. Not much greens but delicious. The hamachi crudo tasted fresh but I'm a purist and always prefer the fish flavor over the vinaigrette dressing. The beef tartare was a tad under seasoned imo. The mains blew my mind. Usually the mains are outshined by the starters in a fine dining establishment. Not here! The Indian egg was something I've never had. A soft boiled egg enveloped with an Indian spiced sausage was surrounded by cucumber, sumac, and yogurt. A mandatory order. The smoked and fried chicken (brined a few days prior per our server) was hot, delicious, and complimented with a soy and chile sauce. Great meal in itself. Get it! Hand rolled spaghetti was coiled with a mixture of mushrooms in a brown butter sauce. Super savory. Great starch, goes well with everything. Can't wait to try more dishes during future visits!

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    4.1
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    1.3 mi
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    Server was a superstar. Food recommendations on point and very quickly received . Will come back…read moreto enjoy again

    Father's Day Brunch. Excellent experience. Special two course meal with special menu offerings…read more Seriously, one course is more than enough, we had two plus appetizers! But no worries, we love leftovers! Food is always so creative and wonderful.at Tin Roof. Although we no longer live in Manhattan, still one if our favorite restaurants. Food and service are stellar! We started with cocktails, and of course prepared by our favorite bartender / cocktail specialist extraordinaire, Clark. Off Your Head (Bloody Mary) and Ophella's White Sangria. Both were very tasty! Tin Roof has an excellent cocktail program as does their Simmzy's locations. We started out with Brussel Sprouts. Definitely a hit with the whole table. Tin Roof definitely has the best around, flavorful with a nice crunch, never soggy! We all ordered a variery of starters for our first course. Several had Ceasar Salads. Several had the Watermelon and Feta Salad. One had the Bloddy Mary Deviled Eggs, and another had the Fig; Pistashio, and Cottage Cheese Toast. Everyone loved what they ordered. We were full before our next courses arrived! Our server was Malcolm. He was very attentive even though it was an extremely busy afternoon since it was Father's Day. He was very helpful explaining some of the options only offered on today's menu. They offered a Bistro Burger (five out of six of us ordered!) and I wanted to know how different this burger was from their Simmzy's Burger (my personal favorite). He was spot on, explained it was smokey in flavor and quite different with the pretzel bun. It was so.good, served with fries (best shoestring fries!), onion rings, and piled so high you had to use a fork and knife to eat it! We left beyond full! Definitely we will be back soon!

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