Food Scene
Little Sister Manhattan Beach
Spectacular and unique Asian fusion.
Fantastic seafood, the place to be if you like sucking down on raw oysters. Pricey and tiny though, make a reservation!
80 locals recommend
Fishing With Dynamite
1148 Manhattan AveFantastic seafood, the place to be if you like sucking down on raw oysters. Pricey and tiny though, make a reservation!
Great sushi and very reasonably priced, fun atmosphere.
32 locals recommend
The IZAKA-YA by KATSU-YA Manhattan Beach
1133 Highland AveGreat sushi and very reasonably priced, fun atmosphere.
Best place to grab a burger and beer at lunch on the weekend. Massive selection of micro-brews.
68 locals recommend
Simmzy's
229 Manhattan Beach BlvdBest place to grab a burger and beer at lunch on the weekend. Massive selection of micro-brews.
Entertainment & Activities
One of LA's few (maybe only) true beach resorts. Gorgeous grounds, lovely ocean views, live music on Thursday and weekend in the lounge.
130 locals recommend
Terranea Resort
100 Terranea WayOne of LA's few (maybe only) true beach resorts. Gorgeous grounds, lovely ocean views, live music on Thursday and weekend in the lounge.
The Strand House
117 Manhattan Beach BlvdFantastic ocean views, great bar.
Tower 12
53 Pier AveTrendy Hermosa Beach bar, young crowd, dancing
Baja Sharkeez
3600 Highland AveA Hermosa Beach institution, fun beach bar, young party crowd
Parks & Nature
Palos Verdes is one of LA's hidden gems. Miles of hidden coves and beaches, spectacular ocean views of Santa Monica bay from the top of massive cliffs (watch your step!), loads of hiking and biking trails, do not miss this place!
88 locals recommend
Rancho Palos Verdes
Palos Verdes is one of LA's hidden gems. Miles of hidden coves and beaches, spectacular ocean views of Santa Monica bay from the top of massive cliffs (watch your step!), loads of hiking and biking trails, do not miss this place!
Arts & Culture
OK, it's not in Manhattan Beach, but if you're in LA, you can't miss this! Reservations required, but day visitors can line up to get in (long line!)
1555 locals recommend
The Broad
221 S Grand AveOK, it's not in Manhattan Beach, but if you're in LA, you can't miss this! Reservations required, but day visitors can line up to get in (long line!)
The permanent collection is just ok (sometimes they have great temporary exhibits), but the grounds and views are among the best in LA. Great place to spend a day!
2308 locals recommend
The Getty
1200 Getty Center DrThe permanent collection is just ok (sometimes they have great temporary exhibits), but the grounds and views are among the best in LA. Great place to spend a day!