My sister and I just had lunch at The Strand House to celebrate her 50th birthday and wow, what a…read moremeal! Possibly the best crab cakes of our entire lives and the yellowtail crudo was the definition of a balanced and rich appetizer. Seriously, this is in our top 10 meals (maybe top 5) of all time. We had an incredible server in John. He was the perfect balance of attentiveness (yet not overbearing), knowledgeable, professional, yet he still made us feel like we were having a relaxed hangout out in his house as his friends. I've been a bartender at various bars and restaurants for the past 20 years and I gotta say that it was an honor to be helped by that caliber of a server. I also told him that I didn't love mushrooms so he had our entrée, which had mushrooms, split and my sister's half had mushrooms but mine didn't. Just incredible We couldn't recommend this restaurant any more highly. Do yourself a favor and stop by The Strand House for a meal, you'll thank me later.

The Strand House in Manhattan Beach is one of those places where you immediately understand what…read moreyou're paying for the second you walk in. The ocean views are absolutely beautiful, the bar area has a great energy, the staff was friendly and attentive, and there's clearly a strong local regular crowd that gives the place life and personality. The atmosphere honestly carries a lot of the experience here. Food-wise though, I have mixed feelings considering the pricing. The menu is definitely charging premium Manhattan Beach/oceanfront prices, but most of the food itself felt pretty average. The breakfast potatoes were especially mid and lacked seasoning or anything memorable. My wife didn't enjoy the pork belly benedict much, although she did really like the salmon benedict. On the other hand, the bluefin tuna tostada was magnificent and easily one of the standout dishes we had. The fries situation was fascinating to me. They're $15, but to be fair they give you an absurd amount of fries -- basically an entire fry boat. They also serve them with house-made ketchup and aioli, which sounds great... except they give you about a thimble worth of sauce. I started noticing almost every other table with fries had huge piles left over and completely ran out of sauce early on. At that point it almost feels intentional because there's no way the restaurant hasn't noticed this pattern already. Overall, this is the kind of place where you go for the scenery, people watching, drinks, atmosphere, and social experience more than for mind-blowing food. If you approach it that way, it's a really enjoyable spot.

So many occasions can be celebrated here as it's a rather large space for downtown Manhattan Beach,…read morein comparison to other venues available in the area. The sound system is great quality, and the clubhouse is modern and clean. Since the space can be decorated to your needs, this venue has flexible usage for any celebrations, birthdays, baby showers, receptions, fundraisers, photoshoots, team activities, etc. I've seen a Hammitt handbag sample sale here, and the South Bay Boardriders host their Pre-Catalina Race party too with a taco truck, movie screening, live band, and more. There's a kitchen in the back with food warmers as well, multiple bathrooms, and a very accommodating front entrance that opens up. The venue is a reasonable price, and fees support the woman's club (which has been integral to the South Bay since 1909), so they go back into the community. Highly recommend considering as a venue for your next big event in MB!

I held my masters graduation celebration here. I feel so lucky that I found this incredible woman's…read morecenter on Yelp. Michelle was incredible from start to finish. Very kind, patient ( I asked a lot of questions ), detailed & prompt. Gail was very helpful with our walkthrough of the center and checklist requirements. One thing to note is to be respectful of rules provided to maintain the space as well as the community, the beautiful center is in the middle of a residential area. So please be mindful of others and hold your guests accountable. Overall an incredible experience 10/10. I will definitely plan for other celebrations of life here.

This is my second stay this year at the Belamar Hotel this year. It's such a great location to the…read morebeaches, shopping and fabulous restaurants! This stay the hotel was decked out in holiday decorations that helped make my stay-cation like home! They have a welcoming front desk that had a lovely woman who greeted me for my stay. My room was on the second floor near Second Story the hotel's restaurant, which has great food by the way! Antonio my waiter today told me to be sure to come try breakfast tomorrow, that they've got a new delicious breakfast menu! Also, they have a full bar at the restaurant. I love that the hotel is a small boutique hotel that is a Hilton Tapestry property so you can use your Hilton Honors to book your reservation and earn HH points! The hotel conveniently located on PCH (Sepulveda) and Rosecrans which is just a quick 5 minute to the beach, great shopping and restaurants across the street at Manhattan Village and at The Point! There is a Top Golf just a few minutes away and LAX and 405 Freeway close! And you can even hop on a METRO bus just outside the hotel for a quick ride to Hermosa Beach or to Redondo Beach and Pier! The rooms are spacious. I prefer the garden view rooms and queen beds but this stay I had a residential side view and two beds. The room was quiet and very clean, and I love the crisp corners of the bedsheets tucked neatly. They have amazingly comfy beds and all of the team of employees were friendly (between the house keeping staff, front desk, Antonio at the restaurant and even Sergio (goodness I think that was his name) at the valet! I love when the hotel makes you feel at home and greet you each time you're coming or going. Definitely makes you feel special. Since it's December I didn't get to the pool this times but maybe next time! I'll be back for sure!

This place is awesome. We booked here last minute and so glad we did! The rooms are so spacious and…read morewell maintained. We had the cutest balcony which is amazing since we had our dog with us. The restaurant on site is great too, nice selection and has a happy hour and there is a nice walking trail close by as well. I would absolutely stay here again, everyone was so nice!!

Really fun night at Unita taking in a comedy show here. I think their comedy shows run once a…read moremonth. It was my first comedy show here, but I'm already looking forward to the next comedy show. Shawn did a great job hosting and riffing with the audience. You can bring in your drinks and food if you'd like. When we arrived they had a few bottles and beer on hand to enjoy at no cost!

Overall, I had a great experience at Unita (Manhattan Beach). From the first point of contact, Tom…read morewas very pleasant and helpful. Upon my arrival, Deniz was very welcoming, gave me a tour, and made me feel at home. I enjoyed the space and was able to be very productive. I will definitely go back!

Manhattan Country Club doesn't actually have a golf course, but it's still a fantastic club with…read morebeautiful facilities, great amenities, and a welcoming, upscale atmosphere. The staff is friendly and attentive, making it a 5-star experience for dining, fitness, and social events.

We have been members of the Bay Club for over 30 years. Ever since KKR (private equity) have taken…read moreover it is no longer a club but a money making machine. We have been under construction for 2 years and are still undergoing all sorts of disruptive construction yet they continue to raise monthly dues. The latest coup de gras was that we used to get 2 free guest passes a month and anyone thereafter we are charged $10. They just upped it to $100. Their excuse is that people were taking advantage and that regular members couldn't get courts. Now if I want to host my family for pickleball and dinner it will cost me $400. People have complained and they have not budged. If you join here you are not joining a club you are joining a private equity regime.

A friend and I decided to have a beach day and ride bikes along the Manhattan beach bike path…read more After bike riding we decided to stop at Shade for lunch. We went around 3 p.m during the week and they had a nice happy hour. All of the food was brought out in a beautiful presentation. We got a few things to share. My friend got a fruity martini which tasted really delicious. Our server was incredibly nice and everything came out on time. The GM Jacob stopped by our table and he was extremely welcoming and kind. We will Definitely be back! Overall great experience.

We trusted this hotel's valet with our car for a quick lunch in MB, only to discover upon return it…read morewas damaged while in their possession. Reporting the damage turned into a long drawn-out ordeal which lasted over a month. After all that, the hotel denied any responsibility for what happened. It was extremely frustrating to deal with a business that dragged its feet and ultimately refused to own up to a problem that happened on their watch. I wouldn't recommend using their valet service, and management handled this situation very poorly. If I could give them zero stars, I would. I honestly expected a higher level of integrity from a MB establishment, especially when your entire business model is based on hospitality and customer service...

Such a spacious venue with many rooms and small nooks for various fun activations! I came here for…read moreDopbox's after party and I loved exploring each room! There's a room for almost anything you can imagine, I loved how Dropbox utilized their chalkboard, studio space, and open air patio for various bartenders and food catering services. Let your imagination run wild at this large venue!

I coordinated a Bat Mitzvah party Big Door Studios and wow what a fun space. Everything went…read moresmoothly through the whole process. Everything from booking the event to final cleanup was amazingly supported by the staff. The location is a blank slate which makes it easy to transform your vision. Big Door also provides a good amount of lounge furniture and tables which always helps the budget. I would highly recommend Big Door Studios for any event looking for a fun space.

Love this place. Have been here a few times and the bartenders are friendly. Had a private event at…read morethis location and service are always great!

I recently became a Moose Lodge member after coming a few times to play cornhole with friends. Love…read morethis spot! They have a great inexpensive bar, a pool table, darts, and the membership is inexpensive. If you're looking for a cool spot to hang with friends you should become a member! The staff here is awesome, but special shout out to Stephanie at the bar, she always makes sure everyone is taken care of. Glad I joined!

I am a proud member and have rented this Historic Building for events. The rental agent is so very…read morehelpful. I highly recommend this philanthropic organization!

We recently had our wedding reception at ESWC and we couldn't be happier! We dealt with a few of…read morethe women leading up to the event with different walk through and they were very accommodating. We were able to get in early the morning of the wedding and were able to get set up. I will definitely be using the ESWC again!

A friend of a friend that is now my friend had her marriage proposal take place at this very spot…read more It is a gorgeous rooftop venue that overlooks Pier Ave and Hermosa Beach. The size of the venue is fairly large. There is definitely enough room for a good amount of people without being too crowded. Watching the sun set from this location is enough of a reason why this is place is great! They do have a restroom down stairs and there seems to be office space that is connected to this venue, however I am not too sure. Parking is as available for the surrounding businesses as for this venue. There are meters and garage parking that is fairly reasonable in price. They do provide personal parking when renting the venue, so that will not be a problem. It is across from Abigaile Restaurant and not far at all from the bars at Hermosa Pier. I do not have knowledge of pricing or where the office is to rent this venue, however it is worth the search!

We hosted a rehearsal gathering on the 200 Pier Avenue Rooftop last week. What a unique and…read morefantastic space and location, with a gorgeous view of the ocean! Stephanie was very professional and helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed the event, as did our guests.