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    The Kettle

    3.9 (2.4k reviews)
    ModerateDiners, American
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated a few days ago

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    THE KETTLE ATMOSPHERE

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

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    CSA (CUSTOMER SERVICE ALL STAR) Melissa
    Robert G.

    Came here with a family member and once again had a blast both in terms of the experience as well as the quality of the product, which is pictured as usual. The CSA (CUSTOMER SERVICE ALL-STAR) of this experience was a delightful server named Stephanie-pixtured. If the phrase "service with a smile" is a trademark and or restaurant industry staple, it would certainly apply to her! Thanks Stephanie for the great experience. You are a credit to the Kettle brand.

    Lawrence K.

    This is an adorable diner I've been coming to regularly. Usually on weeknights when there's less crowd. Today I tried something different--the crab melt. Crab cake was exceptional. Topped with pimento cheese. Though the vegetables (onions, cucumber, tomato) were largely unnecessary since they didn't enhance the sandwich. They were just there to make sure I ate my veggies. Overall, thus is a great diner for location and ambience. Comparing food alone, there's better in LA.

    Mavis S.

    The service here was excellent. Even though the line was pretty long when we arrived, they turned tables quickly and we were seated in about 15 minutes. It's also very kid-friendly--they provided a high chair and even gave my little one a small toy, which was such a thoughtful touch. Ordering was easy, and our food came out quickly. The food, however, was just okay. The Banana French Toast was way too sweet--it was covered in syrup. I expected the banana to be incorporated into the toast, but it was really just a few slices on top. It ended up being overly rich, and I could only manage a few bites. There were also quite a few flies buzzing around our table during the meal, which definitely took away from the experience.

    Suzette S.

    After watching the sunset, Hubby and I wanted to grab a quick dinner. We walked in and sat at the bar! Food was good! French onion soup was my favorite! Server Dani was great!

    Menu 05/2026
    Ashley M.

    Def an old timer feel. It's such a cute diner. Indoor & outdoor seating for whatever you desire. Service was quick and friendly. I came late-ish about 10pm on a Thursday. They had people so it was still somewhat poppin at this hour. I ended up ordering a tuna sandwich, basically the melt but with no cheese or being toasted/melted. I like their tuna-- not too fishy. Sometimes tuna salad can end up being fishy. It was a healthy serving of tuna as well! Absolutely a generous amount. It came with a side of fruit, which the fruit was interesting. I never had a side of grapefruit before. It's a nice cozy place to stop by if you don't wanna end up at one of the fancy shmancy restaurants on the strip. Menu is pretty extensive so you have a lot of variety to choose from! Prices are pretty fair. Street parking/metered parking.

    Michael B.

    The place is iconic, the food is good and the portions large. Good service helps to make up for the crowds who swarm here at meal time. Great breakfasts served all day and good dineresque lunches and dinners. And if you are in the mood, snd somehow have room, the deserts aren't too shabby either. Good luck, though, with the parking.

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    Catherine N.

    Super cool that this place is opened long hours and that they serve breakfast all day. It's basically a dinner with a huge menu and portions. The food was average to me, I didn't love anything and nothing really stood out. The Shirley Temple wasn't good either, it tasted like soda water with grenadine. Our server put in the wrong order for us, so we ended up having to wait a little longer for our correct order. I noticed that this happened to other tables nearby too.

    French onion soup
    Jeff L.

    As good as it's always been! We were in Manhattan Beach for the holiday firework show on the pier and came here after. We've been coming here for many years and the food here is consistently great! - and they are open till midnight if you are in the area and hungry late night. I got the Braised Pot Roast Dip (upgraded to a melt which adds melted provolone cheese - $19.95) which is their delicious pot roast with caramelized onion jam, horseradish mayo & au jus on a French roll. For my side (and I always recommend this at the Kettle) I get the French onion soup. The French onion here is to die for and is honestly dream worthy! The braised pot roast dip was also incredible as usual. Glad we chose to come here tonight!

    Quiet and comfortable waiting area
    Evan F.

    Sunday lunch yesterday lacked the excellence of past visits. I can excuse the long wait for service once we were seated. The waitress seemed to have a scowl or attitude that was not welcoming. But then she might have been really tired or busy. I ordered the Patty melt which came with a choice of soup, salad, etc. I chose the French Onion soup. I've had it there many times in the past. And I asked for it (cup) to be upgraded to a bowl. When it came it looked good ... until I peered under the block of cheese and realized the "soup" was 99% broth with a few onions and a tiny piece of bread. It was ridiculous. The waiter could have given me a straw rather than a soup spoon. The Patty Melt also tasted great but had really poor presentation. It looked really unappetizing. Maybe I'm just being picky but it looked like meat in burned rye bread. But like I said it tasted very good. We were seated in a booth by the entrance door. Customers crowded in the area draping their arms down the inside of the booth hitting my guest in the head several times. I had to ask the cashier to please not permit crowding inside the entrance as there's a waiting area outside. No one asked how I liked my meal so I didn't say anything about the soup - which was a big time waste. Next time I'm there if a similar situation happens (if I order French Onion soup) I will complain.

    Entrance
    Leslie B.

    My husband and I were directed to The Kettle by our hotel staff when we were looking for a decent dinner at 10PM. After a long drive, we were hungry, as we hadn't stopped to eat on the way. Anyway, when we arrived, it was just after 10PM on a Friday night. Though the area was bustling, we were able to find easy street parking less than a block away. The restaurant was busy, but there were plenty of open tables. The place had a bit of the old diner type of vibe, but it was definitely more upscale and modern. We were greeted and seated right away. As we sat down, I saw some of the food being brought out and everything looked great. The menu was quite vast, so it took some time to decide. We decided to start out with the California Tots. They were a huge plate of crispy tots with cheese sauce, bacon and lots of other toppings. It was probably enough for us to share for dinner. However, I then had my mind set on the Tuna Manhattan, which was sort of a fancy tuna melt. The offered a regular tuna melt (off menu) if I preferred. The Tuna Manhattan was served on a bun with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and a huge slice of avocado. It came with a side salad, fries, or soup. They also offered me some other sides I could substitute as well, such as onion rings or sweet potato fries. When I asked about the soup selection, they gave me four I could choose from. I ordered the French Onion. Anyway, the portions were generous and everything was delicious. It was also a great value for the amount and quality of food. The Kettle is open 24 hours. If you ever want late night (or anytime) eats in Manhattan Beach, I highly recommend The Kettle for a good solid meal.

    Country fried steak
    Ivan Lawrence A.

    Food This place is a local classic and a favorite of many people, and I got a classic country fried steak which is my usual go to brunch order. The actual food itself is a classic type of food, nothing trendy or over the top but you get what you order, which to be honest, isn't a bad thing and I like how their simple their food is. The actual steak wasn't bad, good texture on it crunch on the outside but still kinda tender steak that was cooked well, comes with well seasoned potatoes and eggs. The rest of my party got a burrito and some pancakes and there were pretty good as well and I would say reliable flavors that you know. My order came with a choice of pastry as well and I got a coffee and for me this was the higlight. Warm, fluffy, flavorful, everything that you'd want in a pastry accompanied by steak and eggs, definitely worth coming back to for the coffee cake alone Service/Ambiance For a sunday brunch, our party of 4 was seated pretty much right away but even if you had to wait, the front entrance had complimentary coffee and bread as well. The staff was nice and I liked the overall vibe of the restaurant. Service was relatively quick as well.

    Country Fried Steak
    Betty L.

    We had breakfast on a Tuesday morning. Parking: There is parking at the Metlox Parking lot. http://metloxmb.com/ You can park for 3 hours at $2.50 hour or you can park at the lower level for up to 10 hours at the same rate. There is also street parking (max 2 hours). Food: We ordered Eggs Benedict 10/10, Pot Roast Benedict 9/10, Country Fried Steak 10/10. I ordered the bran muffin 10/10. The coffee was very good too. Ambiance: They have indoor/outdoor seating. They have booths and tables. They have a long bar area with stools to sit on. Service; It was prompt. You can eat here and walk two blocks to the pier. It is a very good location. I would return.

    SOUTHBAY CRAB MELT
    Dee T.

    Late night dinner and a friend told us to come to the Kettle . . We were seated outside which was nice to see the night life! We had the crab sandwich, French dip and salmon sandwich! Food was delicious and came out fast! Service is super friendly!

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    Do they serve their full menu including breakfast all day? Thanks.

    Yes they do! And their breakfasts are great early in the morning or late into the evening!

    What are the new updates hours they are not 24-7?

    Sunday through Thursday, they are open 5am - Midnight. Friday and Saturday, they are open 24h.

    Are they not open 24/7 anymore?

    They are open 24/7 except Christmas Day

    Wait times on Saturdays?

    20-25 min

    Is parking validated?

    2hr meter parking only

    This is an akward question, is there free parking?

    Only metered street parking, but if you've never been to the kettle, it is totally worth it. Read my yelp review!

    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    Yes, I brought my Shepard-mix there with no issues.

    How late do you stay open Sunday?

    They are open all day and all night, they are a 24 hour restaurant.

    What is parking like here?

    Very tight and congested. There are small parking lots around but they fill up fast. You may be able to get a spot on the street but that can be sparse too especially with outdoor eating taking up street space. You might have some luck in the… 

    How late do they serve breakfast on the weekends?

    Breakfast is served all operating hours

    Can dogs sit in the patio?

    ONLY Service Dogs. I verified with the restaurant.

    How is the atmosphere for studying?

    The booths are pretty quiet. If it's nice out you can sit outside on their patio. It can get noisy… 

    Are dogs allowed?

    There is a Patio outside where you can take your dogs.

    Do you take reservations?

    No, it's first come-first serve in table availability

    Are small dogs allowed in the patio?

    Hi April! We only allow service dogs in the restaurant and on the patio. You are welcome to tie your dog up in our outdoor waiting area adjacent to the patio though. We provide water and shade :)

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