Manhattan Beach is located just 3 miles south of Los Angeles International Airport on the Santa Monica Bay. It is one of the South Bays three beach communities and features a pier with its own aquarium. Manhattan Beach is home to an interesting population of tourists, rag-tag surfers, middle class commuters, and jet set millionaires. Fortunately, the amazing mix of bars and restaurants have something for everyone’s taste and budget.
Many people are aware of the Shade Hotel in downtown Manhattan Beach. What is not well known is that there is an amazing restaurant tucked inside. Along with a great bar and wine cellar, Shade also houses an outstanding restaurant: Zinc. Read on for details…
• April 2nd, 2013
On Valentine’s Day, Bryan celebrated the holiday with his family enjoying a heart shaped pizza from Rizzos in Redondo Beach. While this ended up being tasty, he finally made it up to his wife by taking her to a nice restaurant in the South Bay…
• March 20th, 2013
There’s more to Rubio’s than just their beer-battered fish taco. In this taste test, Michael goes in to find out about their grilled Atlantic Salmon and Pacific Mahi Mahi in tacos and burritos.
• March 12th, 2013
Two experienced chefs (who also happen to be husband and wife) share their love for food and wine at Barsha in Manhattan Beach.
• February 25th, 2013
One of the hottest chefs in the South Bay, Fish Bar’s Jessica Jordan, has started a new business venture based on one of her passions: ice cream. Read about what she created and how it could be the best ice cream sandwich ever.
• February 25th, 2013
To mark 20 years of continuous operations, Manhattan Beach Bread & Bagel is taking their prices back to 1993.
• January 24th, 2013
Zagat’s 12 Must-Try Wood-Fired Pizzas reads like a who’s who of Los Angeles artisanal pizza makers. With five locations around LA, Pitfire Artisan Pizza is in the #1 spot on that list. This month they’ll be bringing their signature pizzas to Manhattan Beach.
• January 21st, 2013
There’s still time to work on those New Year’s resolutions. Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach has partnered with Celebrity Chef Devin Alexander to put together a menu that cuts the calories but keeps all the flavors, textures, and sensations we love. The South Bay Foodies sampled a few of her “Devinly” creations and we agree, they may be low in calories but are decadent indeed.
• January 18th, 2013
If losing weight or saving money corresponds with your New Year’s Resolutions, you should definitely read about Bryan’s latest find, Leafy Greens. Fortunately, it’s located right in the heart of the South Bay.
• December 12th, 2012
I was first introduced to the cafeteria style offerings of Lemonade during Taste of Abbot Kenney a couple years ago. I had no clue at the time, but was soon swept away by their puckeringly tangy lemonade and expertly made salads and proteins. I’m so happy they’re in Manhattan Beach!
• November 19th, 2012
Southern California’s own Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will open its newest location today in Manhattan Beach. Located on Rosecrans Ave, this new store will be the first Tea Bar concept store introduced by the chain, affectionately known as “Coffee Bean”.
• November 6th, 2012
Efforts are underway to help New York and New Jersey residents recover from the effects of Hurricane Sandy. It might seem like we’re 2000 miles away but we can still help. This Friday you can get in the spirit of fundraising by letting the spirits get in you at Barsha Wines and Spirits (formerly Sepulveda […]
• October 15th, 2012
For one night only, The Strand House will feature Master Chef Jose Garces as he serves a five course, Latin-inspired menu. The event takes place on Monday, October 29 in Manhattan Beach.
• August 30th, 2012
Chile experts recognize and appreciate chiles from Hatch New Mexico. In fact, Melissa’s Produce is aware of this phenomenon and trucks Hatch chiles from New Mexico to selected Southern California locations each year. For the past few years, Bryan and his wife have visited Bristol Farms to enjoy this wonderful experience and to pick up a year’s supply of this amazing chile. Read on for details….
• August 24th, 2012
Stay local or hit the road. Either way there’s plenty going on in Southern California for those of us seeking some fast-paced sports action or new and exciting beverages. Here are two you might want to consider!
