Hubbers and I have been finding ourselves in this village way more often in the last couple of months vs. the last couple of decades! It's a better late than never kinda thing, I guess? But it has been awhile prior to our first restaurant run. Truly a great beachside destination. Plenty of eateries (and many of them dog friendly!) and shops for everyone's budget. The beach is literally a block or two away and parking isn't horrendously expensive unlike some other beaches or shorelines. (A buck and a half per hour is a steal!) It's a pretty chill and kickback area. Some grub spots have live bands/music you can vibe to. But the best part of the village is definitely walking by the shores! The views. Of the water alongside the mountains are breathtaking. I imagine the best time to come through is during the spring and summer. We have yet to experience the area during the fall and winter seasons. We do intend to find out, though! Will update as needed! read more

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Riviera Village felt like a warm and lively place when I visited with someone and I saw so many teenagers walking around the shops and enjoying the farmers market. The atmosphere felt cozy and energetic at the same time with music, friendly voices, and the smell of fresh food filling the air. Teenagers would love how easy it is to explore because everything is close together and full of personality. The service at the small shops felt personal and welcoming which made the whole experience feel more meaningful. The value was impressive because there were many affordable treats and unique items that did not feel overpriced. The quality of the stores and food stands was high and everything felt thoughtfully arranged. The selection was wide enough to keep teenagers entertained whether they wanted snacks, clothes, handmade items, or just a fun place to walk. I have only been there once before writing this review but it was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable places I have visited. I highly recommend that teenagers go there because it gives them a chance to feel independent, creative, and connected to a lively community. read more

If Pokemon Go is your thing, this is the place to be. From what I was told, this is the best place in the South Bay and possibly Southern California to play. Lots of activity, lots of places to eat, walk, drink and enjoy the sun and sand. read more

I shop at TJ's here, get my walk in at The Esplanade, meet friends here regularly and even do a little shopping here too. This is a cute, literally village-like area to have a nice dinner date. double date or meet up with friends. With the new artsy parklets in place, there is significantly more outdoor dining space and few less street parking meters. I still didn't struggle to find parking and wow, what a crowd recently. Obviously, wear your mask for safety and consideration of others. These restaurants and retail stores could not survive without our patronage. It would be sad to see empty shops and any restaurants closing for good. So please support local businesses (safely). read more

Riviera Village - Shopping Centers Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

A very cool place to relax have some great food choices dog friendly great friendly vibe. I will most certainly return.

I like the RIVIERA VILLAGE and hope it continues to evolve, and ideally becomes a NON TRANSIT CORRIDOR that closes streets to all vehicles and becomes an open air area for pedestrians to walk freely. That, be design would be awesome. The restaurants here are diverse, and some are good, others are great and a few I can see going out of business soon. Parking can be easy and if you're willing to walk, it's even easier. They hold a HALLOWEEN EVENT here that's family friendly where they close the streets to parking and traffic and the merchants pass out candies to costumed kids during the day, starting at 4pm on Halloween every year. It's a nice community event. They also have (or maybe "had" if it's no longer happening) a "2 For Tuesday" 2 4 1 (BOGO) promotion at many restaurants that I used to go to about 5 years ago or so around 2010 I think, but then got busy on weekday mid-days, so haven't been able to check it out lately or confirm if that still goes on or not. read more

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Love this village. Great place to grab a meal, snack or coffee. Cute little clothing shops. Close to the beach, quaint, lots of outdoor eateries. I frequent the riv several times a week. Gets quite busy on Friday evenings and Sat/sun for brunch. Get there early if you are meeting someone because parking can be tough. read more

Another hidden gem in the South Bay!! A little uptown area of Redondo Beach (that's right near the borderline of Torrance & not too far from Palos Verdes). I love going there in the early mornings of the weekend. There's a ton of restaurants, businesses, shops, etc to go to, not only if you live right by it, but also to go for as a couple or on a date. You can go there, stroll around and then go stroll towards the beach...how good does that get? I see lots of active people out there, from the joggers, walkers, locals, bicyclists cycling through, motorcycles, the village comes alive! I love that Trader Joe's & Von's are there..you got coffee establishments and there's always something appealing or necessity to go get from there. It definitely is different from Manhattan & Hermosa Beach, however it does have that small town feel El Segundo has, but no definitely not and can not compare both cities, as Redondo Beach, has the beautiful surroundings within birds eye view (the beach for example) versus El Segundo being surrounded by Refinery, DWP, and Hazardous Waste disposal. So that little Riviera village is the uptown of Redondo Beach and it's just a cute little area to go venture in no matter what time of day or night :) Night's even better and romantic! Parking available, but gets packed, so you might have to park a aways, but not too bad, no comparison to Manhattan at all. read more

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This is "my" village. I've lived walking distance from Redondo's Riviera Village for nearly 14 years. Apparently, I like it here. The Village is a couple short blocks from the ocean. It's not crazy crowded like Manhattan Beach. I mostly like the shops & restaurants more than I like those in Hermosa Beach. The Village is changing, over the past few years. A couple of long-time ladies' dress shops are gone - places where you could buy formal wear. In one case the owner retired. But Papillon is still goin' strong for your fancy dress wear. Dennee's furniture store relocated. Gus Vintage is gone (miss you!). Fernando's moved in, after 3 decades in Hermosa (appreciate the place, always have). These are all local/family-owned & operated businesses. As is Turquoise Restaurant (love it) & Green Temple. And Dion Gallery - Jeff Dion does my framing. And Desserts By Patrick: the real deal for French pastries. Patrick owned a family pastry shop in Paris. He's in Riviera Village now, baking up a delicious storm for the past few years. If in Redondo, put Patrick's at the top of your must-visit list. I also like Finley's Jewelers, Ten Thousand Villages, Card de A, The Monogram Shoppe & Huckleberry's. And Dr. Oku, my optometrist - she's the best. Shout-out to Riviera Quality Cleaners, where miracles happen. Like removal of nacho sauce handprints from all over my white hoodie (don't ask what happened). And the Village Runner, where I've bought my Brooks athletic shoes for years. They know how to fit you for a shoe. And The Catalina Cooking Store....wow. There's nothing I will ever need for the kitchen that can't be found here & customer service is stellar. I could live without Chicago for Ribs. I lived in Chicago for decades, grew up there...so when it comes to pizza, hot dogs & ribs....well...stand in a line around the block for mouthwatering ribs at 3am on the South Side of Chicago & then tell me about good ribs. I also could live without the money-gobbling parking meters in the Village. The village lot is cheaper than the street meters but it's still a rip. And when Starbucks expanded/remodeled, the city put meters in the 5 free street parking spaces that used to be out in front. Poo. Trader Joe's is in the Village. I rarely go there any more. If you do, beware their crazy parking lot. The Village could use a little independent grocery store, but I don't mind driving 10 min to Lunada Market & Deli in Palos Verdes Estates. I do mind driving to Pages Bookstore in Manhattan Beach. It's absolutely wonderful & I wish Riviera Village had a place just like it. I also continue to search for a great burger in the Village & have high hopes for the new Rockefeller gastropub, owned & operated by South Bay locals. Activities in Riviera Village include the annual summer street fair in June, where you'll find good bands, rides for kids, food, booths with handmade stuff. Fun! The Village closes to traffic to hold a party for kids every Halloween, the reason I have no trick-or-treaters (it must be a good party). The Holiday Stroll happens the first Thursday after Thanksgiving, complete with a parade. And now there's First Fridays in The Village, food & music (I can hear out my window). The weekly farmers market has moved from Fridays to Sunday mornings & it's decent. Never forget this Village is spittin' distance from the beach. If you don't want sand in your shoes you can just walk along the Esplanade & take in the views/sunsets. So yeah, there's a reason I've lived here so many years. Whenever I think about moving, I think about all the things I'd miss. read more

Very nice has kind of a sleepy retirement town feel though with cigar stores and old lady clothing shops very quiet not busy all no homeless people hanging around at the local starbucks or on the benches which is rare nowadays read more

Tons of cute stores, clothing and gift shops, restaurants/cafes, and even a brewery. It's like downtown Manhattan Beach but much bigger and with more variety. Parking is $1.50 an hour on the meters and I think you're limited to one hour(?). It's about a 7-minute walk to the beach and Miramar Park. I spent time this weekend going into one of the clothing shops and then going to the beach where the ocean was surprisingly blue for LA. I would have liked to spend more time wandering it but I only had an hour on the meter! read more

Loving this sweet little area at the base of Palos Verdes. Cool shopping, great eateries, and cool small-town vibe. I especially! love the home decor shop Fringe. Awesome owners, Laura and Debbie...so sweet, accommodating, and great fines that leaves more money in the wallet. Special one-of-a kind gift items from local artisans. read more

I really have enjoyed coming here to walk, shop, enjoy the area. But I am providing one star because after my wallet was stolen near Trader Joe's and I searched for some sort of video proof of who took it, it was upsetting to learn there is little to no security around in the area, either physically or digitally. It's hard to believe that people who frequent that area wouldn't have turned it in somewhere, and I was told by a shop proprietor there are no outside cameras to view any untoward activity. I read online (which although may not be the absolute truth was nonetheless disconcerting) about activity there that has become worrying. I already avoid Peninsula Center because theives are allowed to rob some of the stores with impunity. While I'll still frequent the Esplanade I won't shop at Riviera Village knowing there is no security and will avoid the music festival area where I hope it won't be a field day for crooks. Because Redondo needs to remain a beautiful place. read more

I always find myself smiling when I'm in the Riviera Village, even if I'm just driving through on my commute to work. The city and business owners have worked hard to maintain the Riviera's charm and not have it "go corporate" like downtown Hermosa or Manhattan. A great place to grab a bite, have a drink, go shopping, or if you are in need of professional services (there are many doctors, dentists, and optometrists in the Riviera). You can go to Del Amo anytime. Spend your money in the Riviera and support your small business neighbors. And the beach is just 2 blocks away! read more

Nice little area to shop and eat. It splits the difference between the alcohol fueled atmosphere of Hermosa Beach pier plaza and the upscale snootiness of Manhattan Beach's pier area. read more

Hey Everyone!!!! Get to the Riviera Village in Redondo Beach---it is a hidden gem filled with great services, restaurants and shopping!!!!! Right by the beach!!! You can spend the day here--stop, eat, shop and get your nails done or a haircut and facial!!! You name we got it in the Riviera Village!!!! Mom and pop one of a kind businesses, support small business America!!!!!! I am the owner of GUS Vintage Goods on Avenue I and have been open a little over a year but have been a patron of the Village for 25 years eating here, shopping here and of course I get my nails, hair and facials all in the Riviera Village!!!! It is genuinely one of the most special places to be!!! Hope we see you down here real soon!!!!! Kim at GUS read more

It's got everything you want. Hungry? there are tons of great choices for meat eaters to vegetarians, fast food to elegant dining. Need to get a gift? choose from dozens of great shops. Why go to a mall when you can stroll the streets and get everything you want in one place. read more

South Redondo's premier Dining, Shopping and Professional Services area.Voted Best of the Beach 2016 for Neighborhood Shopping! read more

Riviera Village - A Happening Place! A perfect destination to Dine, Shop & Relax. - Shopping Centers Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Riviera Village, Redondo Beach CA is absolutely the best neighborhood in the Southbay to live, walk along the beach, restaurants, shopping, and enjoy your life. Very safe to walk around the neighborhood and along the ocean. Great place for a senior citizen to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. read more