Beach April 2016

April 14, 2016 

ume 46, Issue 37 

Crazy Ex-Mustang 

RachelBloom 

Best of the Beach 2016 

Dining and Entertainment 

South Bay Kids Camp Guide 

South Bay Home and Garden Guide

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April 14, 2016 

Volume 46, Issue 37 

ON THE COVER 

Best of the Beach 2016 

Entertainer honors goes by 

acclamation to Mira Costa 

High School graduate 

Rachel Bloom (class of 

2005). Bloom’s other honors 

this year include a Golden 

Globe Award for Best 

Actress in a musical or 

comedy series. The Manhattan 

Beach native is the star 

and co-creator of “Crazy 

Ex-Girlfriend,” a CW cable 

comedy about an East 

Coast attorney who moves 

west, to West Covina, in 

search of happiness. 

Photo by Smallz & Raskind 

BEST of the BEACH 

14 Crazy ex-Mustang by Ryan McDonald 

Rachel Bloom dishes on West Coast - East Coast angst and finding the 

perfect fit. 

27 2016 Best of the Beach Dining & Entertainment 

by Richard Foss, Mark McDermott, David Mendez & Ed Solt 

Drinks, dinners, places and people. What our readers think the best of. 

BEACH LIFE 

8 Beach calendar 

19 South Bay Kids Camp Guide 

55 Adrienne’s Search for a Cure 

56 South Bay Home & Garden Guide 

59 Service Directory 

STAFF 

PUBLISHER Kevin Cody, ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Richard Budman, EDITORS Mark McDermott, Randy Angel, David Mendez, Caroline 

Anderson and Ryan McDonald, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Bondo Wyszpolski, DINING EDITOR Richard Foss, STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS 

Ray Vidal and Brad Jacobson, CALENDAR Judy Rae, DISPLAY SALES Adrienne Slaughter, Tamar Gillotti, Amy Berg and Shelley Crawford 

CLASSIFIEDS Teri Marin, DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL MEDIA Jared Thompson, GRAPHIC DESIGNER Tim Teebken, DESIGN CONSULTANT Bob 

Staake, BobStaake.com, FRONT DESK Judy Rae, INTERNS Sean Carroll 

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S O U T H B AY 

CAL ENDAR 

HAPPY HOUR WITH 

HISTORY 

710 PIER AVENUE, HB 

Thursday, April 14 

The Hermosa Beach Historical 

Museum’s Happy Hour 

presents Alex Areyan, author 

of “Beach Mexican” and “Mexican 

Americans in Redondo 

Beach and Hermosa Beach.” 6 

to 8 p.m. Light appetizers and 

drinks provided by La Playita 

Mexican Café and King Harbor 

Brewing Company. Free for 

HBHS Members, Non-members 

$10. Join or renew at the 

door. A full calendar of upcoming 

Happy Hour with History 

events can be found at hermosabeachhistoricalsociety.org 

. Guests can RSVP to hermosabeachmuseumRSVP@gm 

ail.com or leave a message at 

(310) 318-9421. 

PET PAW-TY 

VALLEY PARK, HB 

Saturday, April 16 

The Hermosa Beach Friends 

of the Parks presents Pets in 

the Park from 9:30 a.m. to 1 

p.m. $10 per family includes 

a reusable bag filled with pet 

samples and coupons. Open to 

all South Bay residents. Valley 

Park, 2521 Valley Drive, Hermosa 

Beach. Face painting, 

dog and cat adoptions, on site 

mobile vet, raffle, free samples 

and more. Learn more about 

Friends of the Parks at 

hbfop.org. (310) 913-4164. 

SURF CONCEPTS/SBBC 

SURF CONTEST 

42ND ST., MB 


Surf Concepts and the South 

Bay Boardriders Club contests 

at 42nd Street in Manhattan 

Beach will attract nearly 200 

surfers, from groms to legends. 

Open to club members and 

non club members. Register at 

SouthBayBoardriders.com 

TEA MASTER TALK 

TOYOTA AUTO MUSEUM 


David DeCandia, director of 

tea for Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf 

discusses his work at the Toyota 

Auto Museum. The afternoon 

includes tea tastings, 

food and a silent auction. $25. 

The talk is hosted by the Torrance 

AAUW. 1:30 to 4 p.m. 

19600 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance. 

RSVP at aauwtorrance@gmail 

or (310) 

376-3352. 

FRIENDS FOR SALE 

1309 BARD, HB 


Hermosa Beach Friends of 

the Library book sale offers 

bargain price books from 9 

a.m. ‘til noon. Hermosa FOL 

Bookstore, 1309 Bard Street. 

Hbfol.org. 

HAIKU HULLABALOO 

1320 HIGHLAND, MB 


Celebrate National Poetry 

Month by participating in the 

Library’s Haiku program 

where you are invited to write 

and submit an original Haiku 

poem based on the theme, 

"Celebrating Manhattan 

Beach." Entries will be recognized 

throughout April and all 

who enter are invited to participated 

in a special, "Open 

Mic," event at the library. 2-4 

p.m. 1320 Highalnd Ave., MB. 

Light refreshments courtesy of 

the Friends of the Manhattan 

Beach Library. A list of ingredients 

will be available. Contact:Regina 

Ochoa: 

rochoa@library.lacounty.gov or 

310-545-8595. 

BEAT TO THE DRUM 

HERMOSA PIER 

Sunday, April 17 

Free To Be Me Community 

Drum Circle hosts a family 

friendly, drum circle every 

third Sunday of the month. 12 

- 3 p.m. Meet at the water's 

edge under the Hermosa Beach 

Pier. Facilitated rhythmic 

games for the whole family. 

Bring friends, family, drums 

and percussion instruments 

(otherwise provided). For more 

information contact director 

Sabina Sandoval (310) 318- 

7191, or visit freetobemedrumcircle.com. 

BEAUTY OF NATURE 

FILM SERIES 

WARNER GRAND THEATER 


The Palos Verdes Land Conservancy 

presents the 1985 

Oscar-winning film OUt of 

Africa, 4 p.m. at the Warner 

Grand Theater, 478 W. 6th St., 

San Pedro. Tickets $10. Proceeds 

benefit the Conservnacy’s 

efforts to perserving 

and restoring habitat for the 

education and enjoyment of 

all. Go to pvplc.org/events for 

tickets or more information. 

AUTHOR TALK 

1320 HIGHLAND, MB 

Monday, April 18 

In celebration of Earth 

Month, during the month of 

April the Redondo, Manhattan 

and Hemrosa Beach Pulbic Libraries 

invite you to read: Public 

Ocean by Captain Charles 

Moore and join in events at our 

local libraries and communities 

as part of the Beach Cities 

Read. Captain Moore will 

speak tonight at the Manhattan 

Beach Library at 7 p.m. Books 

are available for purchase at 

{pages} bookstore, 918 Manhattan 

Ave. Go to 

colapublib.org/beachcitiesread 

for more info or contact your 

local library. 

SPRINGFEST CARNIVAL 

RB PERFORMING 

ARTS CENTER 

Thursday, April 21- 


The North Redondo Beach 

Business Association presents 

their 32nd Annual Springfest 

Carnival and community event 

at Redondo Beach Performing 

Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan 

Beach Blvd, Redondo Beach. 

Thursday 5 - 11 p.m., Friday, 5 

- 11 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. - 11 

p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. 

Admission and parking are 

free. For more information, 

visit nrbba.org. 

HERMOSA CINEMA 

SOCIETY 

710 PIER AVE., HB 

Thursday, April 21 

The film The Transparentsea 

Voyage highlights the efforts of 

a group of athletes, musicians, 

celebrities and artists on a campaign 

aimed at focusing attention 

on coastal environmental 

issues. Witness the trip unfold 

through the creation of song as 

this “behind the music” look at 

focused activism revealed how 

our connection to the planet 

changed and educated the participants 

involved as well as 

those that followed the journey 

from around the world. Filmmaker 

Justin Krumb will participate 

in a Q&A after the 

film, followed by live music 

performance by Troy Page and 

Trevor Green. Presented in association 

with Beach Cities 

Read (Redondo, Manhattan, 

and Hermosa Libraries) & 

Surfers for Cetaceans. RSVP 

required. Public library cardholders 

get in free with promo 

code: librarycard. Bring your library 

card to the screening for 

entry at Hermosa Community 

Theatre. 7 p.m. 

EARTH DAY ART 

550 PIER AVE., HB 

Friday, April 22 

Make your own beachcomber 

magnets during this 

drop-in Earth Day Art Activity 

at the Hermosa Public Library, 

3:30-4:30n p.m. All materials 

will be provided. For ages 5 – 

up. 310-379-8475. Find more 

events in the month-long 

Beach Cities Read program: lacopublib.com/beachcitiesread. 

SPRING AT THE BEACH 

HERMOSA PIER 


GI Joe and Village Runner 

team up for the annual Spring 

Pier to Pier run/walk. 8 a.m, 

from the Hermosa Beach Pier 

to the Manhattan Beach Pier & 

back (on the sand). Sign up by 

calling (310) 546-1888 or (310) 

980-9339. Or visit Villagerunner.com 

or MBbootcamp.com. 

TEDX REDONDO 

303 PAC. CST. HWY. RB 

Friday, April 29 

The environmental impacts 

on our oceans, air, transportation 

and food are just some of 

the areas we and future generations 

must contend with. 

With Earth Month upon us, we 

begin to ask, “how can we ensure 

a sustainable planet for 

our children?” PLAN IT 

EARTH is an inquistive and 

entertaining evening of food, 

drink, discussion and the exploration 

of Ideas Worth 

Spreading at the Redondo 

Beach Main Library, 6-9 p.m. 

The program will feature prerecorded 

TEDTalks and facilitated 

discussion. 

tedxredondobeach.com or register 

at Eventrbrite. 

EARTH DAY 

CELEBRATION 

POLLIWOG PARK, MB 


Manhattan Beach and 

V.O.I.C.E (Volunteers and Organizations 

Improving the 

Community’s Environment), 

host the the city’s 24th Annual 

Earth Day, featuring fresh food 

and family fun. Enjoy music, 

games and eco-friendly products 

and learn about Manhattan 

Beach’s efforts toward 

making the city a greener 

place to live, play and work. 11 

a.m. to 4 p.m. Polliwog Park, 

Manhattan Beach Boulevard at 

Redondo Avenue. B 


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12 Easy Reader / Beach magazine • April 14, 2016 


Bloom’sDay 

Manhattan Beach native 

Rachel Bloom has a hit with 

TV’s “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” 

by Ryan McDonald 

In his poem “New Hampshire,” Robert Frost tells of meeting a 

Californian who extols the Golden State’s virtues. The climate is 

so good, the Californian insists, that no one ever dies of natural 

causes. Instead, “Vigilance Committees/Had to organize to stock the 

graveyards/And vindicate the state’s humanity.” 

Frost crystallized, without necessarily endorsing, the tendency of 

East Coast intellectuals to look down on California. (He was was 

born in San Francisco.) Life, the right-coasters say, is about doom 

and gloom; sun and satisfaction are really just covers for stupidity 

and shallowness. 

Rachel Bloom once thought this way, too. The Manhattan Beach 

native is the star and co-creator of “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” a difficultto-categorize 

series currently streaking through its first season on the 

CW. (The network renewed the show for a second season last 

month.) Bloom attended Mira Costa High School and found an outlet 

in the school’s drama program. But it didn’t change how out of place 

she felt growing up in the South Bay. She moved to New York for 

college, and felt for a while like she was home. 

“I had thoughts of anxiety, I wanted to read dark poetry,” Bloom 

said in an interview. “In Manhattan Beach, there wasn’t a word for 

unhappiness. Then I got to New York, and unhappiness is part of the 

culture.” 

Happiness and the lack of it is the big idea behind “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.” 

Bloom plays Rebecca Bunch, a young associate logging long 

days and sleepless nights at a white shoe New York law firm. In the 

midst of an existential crisis on the streets of Manhattan, she bumps 

into Josh Chan, an old flame from a youthful summer camp romance, 

for whom she still pines. Josh is feeling beaten down by the 

Big Apple, and shares with Rebecca his plan to return to his home 

town of West Covina. In a moment of either insanity or inspiration, 

Rebecca quits her job and resolves to move there, too. 

Mention of the San Gabriel Valley suburb prompts a geography 

lesson for Rebecca, who hails from New York’s Westchester County. 

West Covina, Josh explains, is only two hours from the beach. (Four 

with traffic.) Stumbling through an attempt to explain to Rebecca the 

draw of the place, Josh is ultimately able only to say that people are 

“happy” there. 

Rebecca’s decision to move to West Covina is puzzling to almost 

every other character in the show. Her new coworkers at the provincial 

law firm Whitefeather and Associates wonder what kind of person 

would leave a prestigious job in New York. Josh’s friends greet 

her arrival with a suspicion that betrays resentment of their home 

Rachel Bloom as Rebecca Bunch. Photo by Smallz & Raskind 


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town. And Rebecca’s shrill, meddling mother complains ceaselessly during 

a visit to her daughter, asking, “What is so good about California?” 

Sing along 

When I interviewed Bloom, she was in the midst of a “For your consideration” 

campaign for Emmy nominations. “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” has 

earned widespread critical acclaim, garnering praise from outlets including 

The New Yorker. Earlier this year Bloom won a Golden Globe Award for 

Best Actress in a musical or comedy series. 

“Musical or comedy” actually sums up the series pretty well. Unlike most 

30-minute sitcoms, “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” runs a full hour and it makes use 

of the extra time by incorporating at least two songs into every episode. 

Rachel Bloom as Rebecca. Photo by Eddy Chen 


When I began watching the show, what struck me initially was how ambitious 

the musical numbers were. Almost all feature choreographed dancing, 

and some have dozens of extras. It seemed like a lot of extra work. 

But the more I watched, the more it became apparent that songs offer a 

kind of storytelling economy not available through narration or dialogue. 

“I’ve always thought that songs were some of the most efficient forms 

of getting us into a character’s head,” Bloom said. “It’s almost like you’re 

writing an essay. The hook of the song is the essay’s thesis statement and 

every verse is a body paragraph.” 

The songs employ a staggering variety of popular music subgenres in 

service of character arcs. Like soliloquies in a Shakespeare play, they provide 

a dramatic space to explore socially objectionable feelings; Rebecca 

does a bling-encrusted rap about manipulating parents into approving of 

her; Josh’s friend Greg, knowing that Rebecca’s heart lies elsewhere, uses 

a Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers routine to urge Rebecca to “Settle for 

Me.” 

Bloom studied musical theater at NYU’s Tisch School for the Arts. She 

led the school’s Hammerkatz improv comedy group, and got involved with 

the city’s prestigious Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater. But after graduating 

from college, her boyfriend, now her husband, was moving to Los 

Angeles. Bloom knew she wanted to write and perform her own material, 

but faced a choice. She could stay in New York and work through the ranks 

of Upright Citizen’s Brigade, hoping to attract attention and obtain representation 

that way. Or she could move back to Southern California. 

Part of her hesitation about returning was rooted in her feelings of not 

belonging while growing up. During college, a classmate at NYU mentioned 

wanting to return to Silver Lake, which Bloom had never heard of. 

On finding out it was in Los Angeles, she recoiled with ready-made assumptions 

about Southern California. 

Bloom now counts herself a Silver Lake resident and has a “more nuanced” 

vision of what Southern California has to offer. 

“My relationship with L.A. is pretty different to how I felt growing up 

here,” Bloom said. “My show embraces L.A., the happiness of it, and the 

sunniness of it.” 

These feelings are perfectly captured in a song done inside that quintessential 

L.A. location, an outdoor mall. Without a touch of irony, Rebecca 

revels in the ways Christmas looks different here than it does in New York: 

“It’s 100 degrees, this elf is Vietnamese/That’s the way that California does 

it.” 

TV with purpose 

At one point “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” was going to fill a half-hour slot on 

Showtime. The deal with the premium cable network fell through and the 

CW Network stepped in. 

“We thought we were a dead show when we sold a pilot to CW, who 

happened to be looking for a pairing for ‘Jane the Virgin,’ another prestige 

piece. That was luck,” Bloom said. 

She has high praise for the network and the creative freedom it allows 

her. She also appreciates the way broadcast enables her to reach a wider 

audience. Bloom is endowed with a sense of responsibility to the viewer 

that seems borrowed from a time when TV shows addressed topical issues 

with “A Very Special Episode.” 

“Even though we’re not the most appropriate show, we’re still a network 

show, kids and teens can watch us,” Bloom said “Knowing that 13 year-old 

girls can watch and learn about body image and love and what’s it realistically 

like dating, that’s so cool and important to me.” 

The result is a program with frank treatment of money issues, a cast as 

diverse as anything out there right now, and a much-praised portrayal of 

female sexuality. 

Most impressively, the show is not afraid to turn its critical gaze on the 

people who likely make up the core of its audience: college-educated, citydwelling 

denizens of the upper middle class. There is the casual abuse of 

attention deficit disorder drugs. Social media is omnipresent. A character 

laments, “I know it’s not cool to believe in God.” Mentioning the word 

“cab” yields blank stares, while Übers are everywhere. 

In this sense, relocating from New York to West Covina can see like an 

act of quiet rebellion against the monotony of urban, millennial culture 

that the show frequently needles. When we spoke, Bloom told me how 

she had been travelling around the country doing live renditions of songs 

and jokes from the show. She was struck by how much commonality she 

found between audiences everywhere from New York to Dallas. 

“I went to Iowa City, and it felt like a little Portland,” she said. “Hipsters 

are hipsters.” 

Southern California may seem a strange base from which to launch such 

an attack. The show frequently pokes fun at the way Los Angeles’ suburbs 

seem to blend together, namechecking every municipality it can: Azusa, 

Burbank, Glendora, Monrovia, and “all three El Montes” get shout outs. 

But unlike the character she plays, Bloom is a Southern California native. 

She has, she points out, actually been to Raging Waters. It gives her a kind 

of authority to make jokes — and insights — others cannot. 

“Most of the people I know now are East Coast transplants. I don’t know 

why, but you get relatively few born-and-raised Southern California people 

who then go into show business,” she said. “The show has given me a sense 

of Southern California pride that I didn’t have before.” 

Made for the times 

Bloom came to fame at an auspicious time for comedy. Far more than 

music or literature, which labor under the diminishing returns of Spotify 

and Amazon, humor seems liberated by the Internet. Short, easy-to-produce 

sketches blur the lines between establishment outfits like Funny or 

Die and upstarts like Derrick Comedy (which came out of NYU’s Hammerkatz). 

One of the first such sketches to expose the potential of the format was 

“Lazy Sunday” a song from comedy troupe Lonely Island, performed on 

“Saturday Night Live” by Andy Samberg and Chris Parnell. 

“I remember when I saw ‘Lazy Sunday,’ it blew my mind,” she said. “I 

hadn’t seen musical comedy done like that. South Park was probably the 

closest thing.” 

At the time, Bloom was looking for comedic songs to use in 

auditioning for plays. Almost all of what she found came from 

the ‘40s and ‘50s. Comedy, she felt, had to catch up with the 

times. 

“Lonely Island changed SNL, because they brought in modern 

comedic sensibility to a form that was outdated,” Bloom 

said. 

The other side to this uncoupling of humor from traditional 

strictures, however, is the rise of what I would call comedywithout-consequences. 

There is a growing tendency among 

millennial humorists, due at least in part to the success of 

“Family Guy,” to lean hard on the random and the obscure. 

Jokes land outside the confines of both plot and setting; if you 

laugh, it’s not because of anything you have learned about the 

characters or their world. (That this style is no longer daring 

or avant garde is evident from the way it is featured so prominently 

in not just programming but advertising — think Terry 

Crews’ Old Spice ads, or Blake Griffin spots for carmaker Kia.) 

The result is a cheap thrill that leaves the viewer increasingly 

uninvested in the emotional path of the characters. 

But “invested” is precisely the feeling Bloom has achieved. 

“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” succeeds not because it serves up an assembly 

line of cleverly concealed dirty jokes, but because you care what 

happens to the characters. The show exists in that narrow space of narrative 

art in which momentum is generated by something other than just 

plot. 

When I asked Bloom what Rebecca’s life in New York was like before 

the events of the first episode, she thought for a moment, then gave me an 

impressively detailed response, delineating the character’s cleaning habits 

and Tinder activity. The conclusion, though, was that Rebecca’s struggle 

was relatable and meaningful. 

“She’s someone who has never explored what she actually wants out of 

life,” Bloom said. “She forgot that being happy was important.” 

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uCAMPS & SCHOOLS FOR SUMMER FUN 

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w This summer Beach Cities Learning, a Western Association of Schools and Colleges 

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will be offering NCAA-approved, online learning courses for credit recovery or 

credit acceleration with on-site course tutoring available. Courses include: A-G Social 

Studies, Math, English and Foreign Language (Lab Sciences pending approval), 

Personal Health & Safety and a variety of electives. Classes run June 20 

through July 29. Capacity is limited and spaces are in high demand. Enroll online 

today. For more information, contact Chris Yenny. 

cyenny@beachcitieslc.com 310.546.4109 

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BeachSports 

w BeachSports Surf & Beach Camps is celebrating its 21st year. BeachSports 

was created by LA County Lifeguards to provide beach and ocean safety education 

to local and visiting boys and girls. BeachSports programs start at age 4 and 

include instruction in surfing, boogie boarding, beach volleyball and junior lifeguard 

skills. Participants will leave camp with the ability to safely and confidently 

enjoy the beach and ocean. Four camps are offered including: Surf Camp, Beach 

Camp, Beach Volleyball Camp, and Junior Lifeguard Ocean Safety Program. With 

safety in mind, camps are located at Lifeguard Tower locations: Manhattan Beach, 

14th St.; Hermosa Beach, 15th St.; Redondo Beach, Ave. I, and Redondo Beach, 

Vista del Mar. Camps run mid-June through August. 

Online registration is available at BeachSports.org. 



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uManhattan Beach Teen Center Summer Camp 

w The 2016 Teen Center Summer Camp is a drop-in, non-custodial program at 

Manhattan Heights Park, open to all resident and nonresident 6th, 7th and 8th 

graders. There are a variety of activities available each day with exciting trips 

each week. Enjoy some fun in the sun at the beach, Catalina Island and Big Bear 

Lake. Head to local amusement parks like Raging Waters, Magic Mountain, Universal 

Studios, and Disneyland. Go to the ballpark to watch a Dodgers game or 

go camping at San Onofre State Beach. Begins June 20. 

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CampSurf 

w CampSurf is "Los Angeles' Premier Surf School", according the LA Business Journal, 

offering surf instruction in Manhattan Beach for all ages and abilities. Private 

and group lessons are offered, including summer Surf Camps, After School Programs, 

Birthday Parties, Corporate Events and much more. Instruction is available 

year round and CampSurf maintains a 1:4 instructor to surfer ratio in all lessons 

and camps. Surfboards and wetsuits are provided. CampSurf also offers youth 

and adult Volleyball Classes and Clinics through our CampVolley programs and 

this year will be launching Yoga Groms program. 

Visit online at Campsurf.com to schedule your 

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Along with superb tennis facilities, top notch youth summer camps are also available. 

Camps begin June 20 and take place at Mira Costa High School and Live 

Oak Park. Camps include: Tennis with Lila Summer Camp (ages 4-9) A#: 25366; 

West Coast Tennis Academy (ages 8-17) A#: 25382; Youth Tennis Camp (ages: 

8-15) A#: 25409; PV Tennis Champ Camp! (ages 7-11) A#: 26092. 

Tennis camp and class information can be found at 

citymb.info/registration. 

Destination Science 

w This is a fun science day camp for curious kids 5 to 11. It’s designed to excite 

kids about science and build great life skills. The STEM focused camps combine 

science, engineering, unique projects, teamwork, problem solving, outdoor games 

and many great take homes that keep kids engaged. 

2016 Camp Themes: Roller Coaster Science Camp, Robot Challenge Science 

Camp, Space Quest Science Camp, and Super Hero Physics Science Camp. 

Early Bird Savings and Multi-week & Sibling Savings. 

(888) 909-2822 .destinationscience.org 

El Segundo Education Foundation’s Summer Academy 

w Get it done and have some fun! 

Registration for the 2016 Summer Academy opens April 15. Academy runs June 

13 through July 15. Browse the course catalogue to find enrichment classes for elementary, 

middle, and high school students, as well as high school advancement 

and credit recovery courses. Two sessions are offered. In-class and online options 

for select credit recovery and advancement classes. With options ranging from 

college admissions prep for incoming seniors, to cooking academies for all levels, 

and even a Technology Boot Camp for middle schoolers, your student is bound 

to find something to keep them engaged this summer. 

Visit ESEdF.org for full course catalogue, registration, and additional information. 

(310) 615-2650 ext.9 

Family Theatre, Inc. 

Musical Theatre Summer Show Camps 

w Family Theatre, Inc.'s two week, full scale musical theatre camps feature “Alice 

in Wonderland” and “Disney's Camp Rock” this summer. Ages 4 to 17 can experience 

a complete theatre setting on stage at the 500 seat Hermosa Beach 

Community Theatre. Each camp production involves two weeks of camp/rehearsal 

and a full scale performance. Early bird and sibling discounts available. Join the 

cast of the South Bay's best theatre camp. Family Theater also offers one week 



Montessori Preschool Camp 

June 30 - Aug 26 Ages 18 mo – K 

(310)371-6716 SBBCMontessori.com 

Affordable rates 

Low Student/Teacher ratio 

Nurturing Staff 

Exciting Theme-based 

Activities 

Academic 

summercamps 

uact, sing, dance camps through the City of Hermosa Beach. Craig and Suzanne 

Greely are the owners/directors. 

(310) 372-9203.familytheatreinc.com. 

familytheatreinc@yahoo.com 

PCH Skate 

w Learn to skateboard or take your skills to the next level at PCH Skate Camps. 

PCH provides beginner to intermediate level skate and safety instruction focusing 

on basic ollies and turns, to flip tricks, grinds, vert skating and much more. They 

have a variety of ramps, rails and fun boxes, which are positioned differently each 

day to offer a variety of trick options. Safety is the number one priority so all 

campers are required to wear full pads. Private skate instruction is also available 

at Manhattan Beach and the new Redondo Beach Pier locations. PCH Skate runs 

in association with BeachSports.org and Body Glove Camps. 

Learn more and register online at PCHSkateCamps.com. 

Peninsula Montessori 

w Families seek out a Montessori education for its well-known benefits in the skill 

development of young children. With that in mind, Peninsula Montessori has prepared 

a unique and rewarding summer program open to children 18 months to 

five years old (up to 12 years at the RPV campus). The summer program broadens 

the Montessori curriculum to include water play, cooking and food prep, themed 

art projects, science and sports. These programs are designed to further stimulate 

the development of the students while having fun -- both indoors and out. Please 

contact the Redondo Beach or Rancho Palos Verdes schools for more information 

or check the website. 

(310) 540-9742. 907 Knob Hill, Redondo Beach. (310) 544- 

3099. 31100 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. peninsulamontessori.com 

Performing Arts Workshops 

w Winner of Best Summer Camp from “LA Parent Magazine!” PAW award-winning 

camps include Musical Theater, Guitar, Rock The Mic, Filmmaking, Magic, 

Photography and Stage F/X Makeup. It’s the ultimate arts experience for kids ages 

5-14. 

“Our kids don’t need to be experts – just have a curiosity and love for performing,” 

says Cheryl Appleman, PAW President. “In each session campers participate in 


summercamps 

ua creative performance which is free for their family and friends.” 

PAW teachers are nurturing, skilled instructors who have or are working towards 

their Bachelors or Masters degrees in their respective disciplines. Their teaching 

experience and knowledge combined with the PAW philosophy provides students 

with a level of training comparable to private studios and conservatories. 

(310) 827-8827. PerformingArtsWorkshops.com 

Planet Bravo 

w PlanetBravo Techno-tainment Camp is LA’s number 1 summer computer 

camp.,This summer it’s offering courses in Minecraft Modding, Scratch Game Programming, 

3D Printing, DSLR Filmmaking and much more. Planet Bravo boasts an 

8:1 student-teacher ratio, a perfect balance of time outdoors and indoors, toprated 

staff, and awesome campers, all at an amazing weekly rate nearly half that 

of similar tech camps. Located at Manhattan Beach Middle School with 1-week 

sessions from June 27 to August 12. Sign up today before space runs out. 

(310) 443-7607. Planetbravo.com 

Savoir Faire Language Institute 

w Want your children to start learning a new language this summer? Savoir Faire 

Language Institute’s immersion programs are the way to go. Being literally two 

steps from the beach and one of Redondo Beach most beautiful parks allows 

Savoir Faire to bring the camps outside for a real summer, fun-filled language-learning. 

In their new facility they have created the perfect kids friendly environment for 

hands-on cooking, creating art, learning language and exploring culture. SFLI is 

the portals to language fluency for your child. 

117 W Torrance Blvd, Redondo Beach. (310) 379-1086. 

Sfli-ca.com 

SBBC Montessori Preschool Summer Camp 

w South Bay Beach Cities Montessori Preschool is academic based with an emphasis 

on Montessori methods of learning. Art, Spanish, gardening, music and 

water play accompanied by structured Montessori work times are incorporated 

into daily enrichment activities. Affordable rates, low teacher/child ratio, nurturing 

staff, and exciting themed-based activities. Now enrolling children ages 18 months 

to 6 years with weekly rates starting at $125. SBBC Montessori is a year round 

preschool open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. with several program options customized 


summercamps 

uaround your childcare needs. Summer camp runs June 20 - August 26. 

Eclectic restaurant 

2016 Best of Dining & Entertainment 

Ice cream parlor 


Torrance Education Foundation Presents the 

South Bay Enrichment Academy Summer School Program 

REGISTER NOW! 

High School 

Classes at North and West High Schools 

Begin June 28 

Middle School 

Classes at Calle Mayor 

Begin July 5 

Elementary 

Classes at Arlington and Hickory 

Begin July 5 

Summer School Classes Offered for Enrichment and Credit Recovery 

(310) 371-6716. SBBCMontessori.com 

Steve & Kate’s Camp 

w Steve & Kate's Camp puts the schedule in your hands. Day Passes can be used 

anytime throughout the summer. Drop off and pick up times are flexible, too. Kids 

design their day as they go through the 6 studios, with activities ranging from stop 

motion animation, bread making, knitting, sewing, music recording in custom vocal 

booths, coding and robotics, and more. Lots of outdoor options, too, like sports 

in an inflatable arena, racing friends in Zorbs, and even pie-throwing on Fridays. 

Lunch, snacks and all materials included. Open M-F from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Grades Pre-K through 7th. 40+ locations. Founded in 1980. 

(323) 472-4752. Register at www.steveandkate.com 

B w 

Family Theater Inc. presents 

two, full scale productions 

each summer at the 

Hermosa Beach 

Community Theater. This 

summer’s productions are 

“Alice in Wonderland” and 

“Disney’s Camp Rock.” 

Visit our Website at tefsbea.org or call (310) 320-7232 for more information 

Hey 19’s design is as imaginative as its menu. Photo by Brad Jacobson (Civic- 

Couch.com) 

Hey 19 

If you tell someone that you just had a great meal at a restaurant, the first question you’ll 

probably get is “What do they serve?” If they ask that about Hey 19 you’ll probably be 

tongue-tied for a moment. You can get high style items like a salmon salad topped with an 

assortment of nuts and vegetables or rack of lamb crusted with spearmint and fig, or something 

retro like tomato soup with grilled cheese or a chicken pot pie. There are whimsical 

bar snacks, hefty steaks, and chicken and waffles, plus daily specials that might go in any 

culinary direction. There are many choices, and they’re all executed in a way that keeps 

bringing people back for more. 

4525 Calle Mayor, Torrance. (310) 378-8119. 

New restaurant of 2015 

HopSaint co-owners Christina Oliva, brewer Brian Brewer and Steve Roberts.. 

Photo by Photo by Brad Jacobson (CivicCouch.com) 

HopSaint 

Here’s a surprise. With all the restaurants that opened in the Downtown areas in the 

South Bay, the winner for best new restaurant is in a quiet area of West Torrance. Or at 

least it used to be a quiet area, because since Hop Saint arrived the neighborhood has been 

hopping. There’s energy and excitement in this place, and the bright, beachy décor and 

lively bar are just part of it. Owner Steve Roberts has created a menu that blends updated 

Southern food with contemporary specialties, and the items on the daily specials board 

keep people coming back to see what’s next. The world-class beers on tap, many made in 

house, add a little extra joy. 

5160 W. 190th, Torrance. (310) 214-4677. 

Manhattan Creamery 

Our winner for best ice cream parlor is one of the South Bay’s culinary success stories; 

this is where the “Cream’wich” gourmet ice cream sandwich was invented. That confection 

is now sold as far away as Chicago and is poised for greater success. Meanwhile at the place 

where it started, ice cream is still made on the premises and sold the same day, so there are 

none of the ice crystals that ruin the lush creaminess. There are 28 flavors daily made with 

the freshest and best ingredients, plus frozen bananas and other specialty treats. Take them 

home or eat them while enjoying the comfort of their shop, which was obviously influenced 

by the ice cream parlors and soda shops of a century ago. 

1120 Manhattan Ave., MB 310-372-1155. 

Indian 

Akbar 

The number of Indian restaurants and markets in the South Bay has been increasing, 

driven both by a growing South Asian community and an interest in that cuisine by non- 

Indians. Despite the competition from newcomers Akbar has won this award once again 

for their richly spicy curries and tandoori barbecues served in a stylish modern atmosphere. 

Unlike some other places that present the foods of only one region, Akbar’s menu draws 

from the whole subcontinent, so you can get southern-style seafood curries, northern barbecued 

meats, and a sampling of everything in between. When dining here you may pair 

your meal with selections from their unusually broad and well-chosen wine list, or cool 

that heat with mango lassi and other traditional soft drinks. Whether you and your ancestors 

came from the land of elephants and holy rivers or you haven’t been any closer to Delhi 

than Del Mar, you’ll enjoy the authentic flavors and expert service. 

1101 Aviation Blvd., HB. 310-937-3800. 


American BBQ 

Dickey’s BBQ 

Britt's BBQ 

New Restaurant 

of 2015 

The Slip 

American 

Contemporary 

Greenbelt 

Bakery Dessert 

Hermosa Pie 

Giuliano’s 

Bakery Bread 

Giulianos 

Bar Food 

Flight’s Beer Bar 

Caterer 

El Segundo 

Catering 

Breakfast Omelet 

Redondo Cafe 


Stars of the Beach are some of the most 

prominent businesses in the South Bay. 

In addition to our Best of the Beach winners The Stars are 

businesses that are very popular with our readers and have been 

awarded the Stars of the Beach recognition 

Hamburger 

Johnny Rockets 

Chili 

Rod’s Char-Broiler 

Crepes 

Redondo Cafe 

Dessert 

Restaurant 

Brickworks 

Redondo Cafe 

Ice Cream Parlor 

Paradis 

Indian Food 

Addis Ethiopian 

Late Night Eatery 

Torrance Tavern 

Liquor Store 

#1 Liquor 

VIP 

Best Margaritas 

Ortega 120 

Best Martini 

Purple Orchid 

Neighborhood Bar 

Shellback 

Purple Orchid 


Wine bar-friends 

Barsha 

Sports Bar 

Flights 


Mexican 

El Gringo 

Sausal 

El Burrito Jr. 

Neighborhood Deli 

Mickey’s Deli 

Best Pizza 

Pie Pie Pie 

Round Table 

Romantic Diner 

Hudson House 

Place for 

First Date 

Buona Vita 

Best Steak 

Bull Pen 

San Franciscan 

Houston’s 

Thai/Southeast 

Asian 

Tara Thai 

Best View 

Chart House 

Fish and Chips 

Fishbar 

Italian 

Mama D’s 

Health Food 

The Source 

American BBQ 

Lucille’s 

Not every business can smoothly transition to a new location, but Lucille’s has managed 

nicely. The décor has the same down-home roadhouse style, and the dining experience is 

just as cheerful. Most importantly, the ribs, brisket, chicken, and other goodies are coming 

out of the same imposing smoker with the same tangy sauces. Lucille’s has had new competition 

this year, but our readers still rank them right at the top. 

21540 Hawthorne Blvd. #401B (Del Amo Fashion Center), Torrance 

(310) 370-7427. 

Shopping Center restaurant 

The Tin Roof crew was ahead of the curve when it located in a shopping mall 

six years ago. Photo by Brad Jacobson (CivicCouch.com) 

Tin Roof Bistro 

One of the major trends of the last year was the upscaling of dining options at malls. 

New developments added luxurious restaurants and old ones renovated to compete with 

them. Tin Roof Bistro was about five years ahead of the curve, having opened in 2009 with 

a wood burning oven, eclectic menu, high-end bar, and two comfortable patios. The place 

has been a haven for shoppers and locals ever since. Go there for lunch and you’ll see the 

business suit crowd, moms with kids, and a wide assortment of citizens enjoying inventive 

meals. It doesn’t feel like a mall restaurant at all, and that’s why it’s popular. Tin Roof 

would attract customers wherever it was located. 

3500 N. Sepulveda #100, (Manhattan Village), Manhattan Beach. 

(310) 939-0900. 

East of Sepulveda restaurant 

Houston’s 

The ambiance at Houston’s is clubby without being fussy, reminiscent of an old school 

steakhouse that somehow was dropped in a parking lot in the middle of an office area. The 

place doesn’t just live and die on business traffic. Locals flock there in the evening for the 

artichoke and spinach dip, steaks, seafood, ribs, salads and one of the best burgers within 

miles. Though some sushi items are served, the heart of the menu is American traditional 

meals, comfort food with stylish touches. It’s not just a natural stop on the way to or from 

the freeway, but a destination in its own right. 

1550-A Rosecrans, Manhattan Beach. (310) 643-7211. 


Bar food 

Sure, there are buffalo wings, fries, and a burger or two, but the rest of the menu is straight 

from a cantina – fajitas, burritos, tacos of all sorts including ahi tuna and mesquite-grilled 

meats. There are salads too, for those who want to limit their carbs to the pourable sort, 

and there’s even a kid’s menu. Prices are low and the quality is high – it’s enough to give 

bar food a good name. 

3600 Highland, Manhattan Beach. (310) 545-8811. 

52 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. (310) 318-0004. 

American Contemporary 

Patrons toasts Sharkeez on raising the bar on bar food. Photo by Brad Jacobson 

(CivicCouch.com) 

Sharkeez 

There’s a standard pattern for food in bars. It leans heavily on American favorites like 

burgers, hot wings and every known vegetable covered with batter and then fried. The 

important things are that everything be spicy and salty, the better to increase thirst in customers. 

Baja Sharkeez has a different approach. If you saw these menu items and weren’t 

told where they were from, you’d probably guess that it was an upscale Mexican restaurant. 


DEL AMO 

www.fridadelamo.com 

Ethnic BBQ 

SUNDAY MARIACHI BRUNCH 

10 am - 3 pm • Adults $ 29.95 • Kids (5-12) $18.95 

Mimosas, House Margaritas, Sangria and Draft Beer only $5 

Silvio’s Brazilian Beach BBQ 

Silvio’s isn’t quite like any other place in LA. 

It’s part sports bar, part Brazilian restaurant, and 

part beachy grill where you can get a plain grilled 

Mahi sandwich or a Mississippi pulled pork sandwich. 

Purists may be outraged, but this place isn’t 

for them – it’s for everybody who likes simply 

seasoned and expertly grilled proteins with all the 

trimmings. In this case the steak, chicken, 

sausage, and seafood are paired with salads, ceviche, 

the crispest fries on the Plaza, and other 

delights. If a Brazilian family and some Hermosa 

locals lived next door to each other and fired up 

the barbecue regularly, this is the food that might 

result. 

20 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. 

(310) 376-6855. 

Del Amo Fashion Center • 21438 Hawthorne Blvd. • Torrance • (310) 371-0666 

Good Stuff 

The Good Stuff restaurants have changed with the times. As a reminder, this started out 

as one relatively standard coffee shop with a few Mexican items, and it was only open for 

breakfast and lunch. The four branches of Good Stuff now serve dinner and have embraced 

modern trends. You can get hummus, a salmon and quinoa plate, Greek salad, and other 

modern items. Modern culinary trends are reflected all over the menu, but the prices are 

still comparable to a coffee shop. If you’re nostalgic for their old fashioned items, the pancakes, 

burgers and burritos are just as good as they’ve always have been. 

1286 The Strand, Hermosa Beach (310) 374-2334. 

1617 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach. (310) 316-0262. 

131 W. Grand Ave., El Segundo (310) 647-9997. 

550 Deep Valley Dr., Palos Verdes Estates. 

Dessert Bakery 

Becker’s 

It’s one of the oldest businesses in the South Bay. Generations of customers have been 

served by generations of one family. Becker’s has changed some since it opened in 1940 

and no longer makes the German items like pfeffernussE and springerle that were once staples. 

They’ve kept up with the times and turn out cakes of all sorts, cookies, cupcakes, and 

doughnuts. Modern ideas like printing photos on a cake are available, but if you really want 

to impress people, encourage the decorators to run wild. Buttercream frosting can be a great 

medium for sculpture, and Becker’s cake decorators do it artistically. 

1025 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach. (310) 372-3214. 

Shopping, dining and entertainment, we’ve got it all! 

APPAREL & ACCESSORIES 

Friar Tux Shop . . . . . . . . . . (310) 534-4700 

Styles of Hawaii . . . . . . . . . (310) 326-2151 

Tilly’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 534-1642 

BEAUTY 

European Wax Center . . . . (310) 325-2929 

Fancy Nails . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 326-7980 

Pia Hair Salon . . . . . . . . . . (310) 326-0815 

Rolling Hills Beauty Bar. . . (310) 530-3844 

Strands Design Lab, LLC . . (310) 539-8434 

Victor Anthony’s 

Hair Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 326-2338 

Vogue Beauty Studio . . . . . (310) 530-5900 

Waterside Beauty. . . . . . . . (310) 534-4242 

BOOKS/CARDS/GIFTS/ 

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS 

The Gift Korner . . . . . . . . . (310) 539-5011 

The Tutoring Center . . . . . . (310) 530-5377 

DRY CLEANING 

Beltone Cleaners . . . . . . . . (310) 325-2511 

ENTERTAINMENT 

AMC Theater 

Rolling Hills 20 . . . . . . . . . (888) 262-4386 

FINANCIAL/BUSINESS SERVICES 

Chase Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 257-1997 

The Postal Mart . . . . . . . . . (310) 325-6777 

South Bay Credit Union. . . (310) 374-3436 

GROCERY/SPECIALTY FOODS 

Baskin Robbins . . . . . . . . . (310) 530-6812 

BevMo! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 257-0034 

Cups’s Frozen Yogurt . . . . . (310) 534-2625 

Nijiya Japanese Market . . . (310) 534-3000 

Omaha Steaks . . . . . . . . . . (310) 539-3831 

Peet’s Coffee & Tea. . . . . . . (310) 626-8008 

Starbucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 534-4835 

Trader Joe’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 326-9520 

Treat Tea & Ice . . . . . . . . . . (310) 326 9888 

Whole Foods Market . . . . . (310) 257-8700 

Yogurt Lounge . . . . . . . . . . (310) 230-5505 

HEALTH & FITNESS 

Arthur Murray 

Dance Studio. . . . . . . . . . . (310) 977-0987 

Great Earth Vitamins . . . . . (310) 534-8494 

My Fit Foods . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 257-9175 

PV Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 530-9093 

24 Hour Fitness Center . . . (310) 534-5100 

Weight Watchers . . . . . . . . (800) 651-6000 

HOME FURNISHINGS 

Bed, Bath & Beyond . . . . . (310) 325-0432 

Hitachiya . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 534-3136 

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES 

Budding Artists. . . . . . . . . . . (310) 326-9764 

Color Me Mine . . . . . . . . . . (310) 325-9968 

JEWELRY 

Modern Jewelry Mart. . . . . . (310) 517-0308 

MEDICAL/DENTAL SERVICES 

Dr. Mylena Jl, D.D.S, Inc. . . (310) 326-4691 

Dr. M.G. Monzon, D.D.S. . . (310) 891-3303 

Dr. Nolan Ng, Optometrist . (310) 326-2881 

Olive Chiropractic. . . . . . . . (310) 539-2285 

South Bay Pain Docs . . . . . . (310) 626-8037 

Torrance Family Urgent 

Care Center of South Bay . . (310) 997-1796 

PET & GROOMING 

Grooming Wonders. . . . . . . (310) 534-1130 

Pet’s Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 539-5700 

Wild Birds Unlimited . . . . . (310) 326-2473 

REAL ESTATE 

J A Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 539-2430 

Person Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 325-8700 

RESTAURANTS 

Blaze Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 325-9500 

California Pizza Kitchen . . . (310) 539-5410 

Daphne’s Greek Café . . . . . (310) 257-1861 

Fanoos Persian Restaurant . . (310) 530-4316 

Fish Bonz Grill. . . . . . . . . . . (310) 325-2669 

Hakata Yamaya . . . . . . . . . . (310) 257-1800 

IcCho Japanese Restaurant . (310) 325-7273 

Ichimi An . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 784-0551 

Islands Restaurant . . . . . . . . (310) 530-5383 

Joey’s Smokin’ B.B.Q. . . . . . (310) 257-1324 

Kabab Curry of India . . . . . . (310) 539-0171 

Little Sheep 

Mongolian Hot Pot . . . . . . . (310) 517-9605 

Mashawi Lebanese Grill . . . (310) 325-3545 

Mrs. A Vietnamese Pho . . . . (310) 541-1227 

Nice Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 539-0323 

Rubio’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 891-1811 

Ryo Zan Paku. . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 530-8720 

Sushi Boy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 534-4013 

Veggie Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . (310) 325-6689 

Northeast Corner of Crenshaw & Pacific Coast Highway in Torrance 

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Manhattan Bread & Bagel 

The rest of the world thinks Americans eat bad bread and they have a point. When one 

of your culture’s culinary achievements is pre-sliced white bread loaded with preservatives, 

you should reassess your culture’s life choices. A good place to start is Manhattan Bread & 

Bagel, where they make baguettes of such wholesomeness and flavor that you are amazed 

they can be achieved with just flour, water, and yeast. 

But don’t stop there. Try some of the old world style loaves that can include rye, black 

pepper Parmesan, olive, and rosemary wheat. There are breads here that deserve to be savored 

and can be the star of a deli tray and more than just a component of a sandwich. 

1812 N. Sepulveda, Manhattan Beach. (310) 545-7553. 

Muffin 

Kettle 

If asked to make a list of bakeries in the 

South Bay you probably wouldn’t include 

The Kettle. This is a bit unfair to the people 

there, who make hundreds of muffins 

every week. Figuring out how many they 

bake verges on impossible. When an employee 

was asked there was a moment of 

silence similar to that when an astronomer 

is asked how many stars there are by an inquisitive 

child. The eventual answer, “A 

lot,” is accurate, without being informative. 

The next time you bite into one of Kettle’s 

legendary honey bran, orange, or other 

muffins here, spare a kind thought for the 

people who are slaving over mixing bowls 

and ovens so you may enjoy it. 

1138 Highland Ave., 

Manhattan Beach. 

(310) 545-8511. 


Bagel Shop 

Breakfast Omelet 

Manhattan Beach Bread and Bagel 

You can get bagels at just about any supermarket, but they don’t have the texture and flavor 

of ones fresh from the oven. For that you go to a specialist. Locals have once again 

crowned Manhattan Bread and Bagel as the best of the lot, with good reason. They have all 

the modern versions packed with fruit, chocolate chips, jalapenos and cheese, et cetera and 

these are delightful. But their real achievement is in crafting the classics. Their traditional 

egg, water, and poppy seed versions have the delicate flavor and exact amount of chew that 

makes them the perfect vehicle for lox and cream cheese, peanut butter and jelly or one of 

the other spreads that are offered. Or you can have them plain and just enjoy them for what 

they are. 


Caterer 

Lisa Bon Appetit 

Unless you have a family member in the business or experience arranging events, finding 

a caterer for a milestone event like a wedding is always stressful. You are entrusting a big 

part of the guest experience to someone whose food you often haven’t tried. Lisa’s Bon Appetit 

makes it just a bit easier. You can stop in at their café in Torrance and sample a few 

items, and if desired you can arrange for a tasting of things you are interested in having for 

your event. (Within reason, of course – they’re not going to make a whole roast lamb just 

so you can see how it would look as a centerpiece.) Lisa’s has been catering in the South 

Bay since the 1970s. They have a track record of making your day special with their food. 

3511 Pacific Coast Hwy. Torrance (310) 784-1077. 

Good stuff keeps a narrow focus on quality when making its omelettes. Photo 

by Brad Jacobson (CivicCouch.com) 

Good Stuff 

There are places in the South Bay that have a vast selection of omelets, but our readers 

care about more than the vastness of the selection. Good Stuff serves just 5. Their appeal 

is simple, based on wholesome ingredients enfolded by three fluffy eggs. You can get American 

favorites like a Denver omelette or one stuffed with bacon, veggies, and cheese, standard 

or Greek vegetarian, or one topped with chicken simmered in their tangy, slightly citrusy 

tomatillo sauce. It comes with fruit or their crisp homemade hash browns and toast or a 

muffin. They are are a favorite South Bay way to start the day. 

1286 The Strand, Hermosa Beach (310) 374-2334. 

1617 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach. (310) 316-0262. 

131 W. Grand Ave., El Segundo (310) 647-9997. 

550 Deep Valley Dr., Palos Verdes Estates. 


Hamburger Unchained 

Chinese 

Crepes 

Dessert Restaurant 

Ercoles 

You should stop 

in at Ercoles sometime 

and order a 

burger with truffled 

aioli, roasted 

chillies, daikon 

sprouts, and a 

parmesan crisp. 

Please let us know 

when you do, because we want to watch. Those ingredients and many more are available 

at gourmet burger places within blocks of Ercoles, but are not expected on the menu here 

any time soon. Our readers voted the Best Burger category to a specialist who does one 

thing well: a cheeseburger made with freshly ground meat from the neighboring Manhattan 

Market, piled high with lettuce, tomato, and onion and a pickle on the side. It’s a primal 

experience, all about juicy meat with a bit of flavor from the char grill that has been turning 

them out since dinosaurs ruled the earth. It’s almost perfect – and when you put a beer 

next to it, perfection is achieved. 

1101 Manhattan Avenue, Manhattan Beach. (310) 372-1997. 

Chain Hamburger 

In & Out 

Most people don’t realize the cult status of In & Out burgers until they have a houseguest 

who schedules a trip there every day of their visit. It’s as much a symbol of California as 

the bear on our state flag. (Maybe more so, since that bear is extinct and In & Out is still 

alive and well.) In & Out serves the burger that made burgers famous, a recipe straight from 

the 1950s, before vast quantities of preservatives and premade items joined the mainstream. 

You’ll wait just a bit longer to get them because they’re freshly made, but burger aficionados 

insist they’re worth the wait. 

W's 

Our readers have embraced a very multicultural and sophisticated version of Chinese 

cuisine. W’s China Bistro started out serving both standard Southern dishes and the distinctive 

Chinese-Peruvian fusion known as Chifa. It has built on that base with items that 

reflect Korean and Vietnamese influences. Since Vietnamese and Korean cuisine are heavily 

influenced by Chinese cooking and in an era when the notoriously conservative Chinese 

are themselves experimenting with foreign cuisines, the choice makes sense. The Chinese 

food most of us grew up with is still here, as well as some dim sum items, but made with 

creative boldness and premium ingredients. As a bonus, you can get a cocktail or good glass 

of wine to accompany your Hunan beef or kung pao chicken, and enjoy the best of east 

and west. 

1410 W. Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach. (310) 792-1600. 

Chain Coffeehouse 

Starbucks 

The place that won as favorite chain coffeehouse has changed the language of coffee 

around the world. Thanks to Starbucks, people order macchiato which means “spotty” or 

“stained” and was obscure coffee slang in Italy before the Seattle company got hold of it. 

Words like venti and trenta, signifying the number of ounces in a cup, are now used to 

order coffee even in countries where the metric system is in use. Italians will have to learn 

these terms too, since the company is about to open their first locations there. If you go to 

Milan and decide to have coffee you can order using Italian terms thanks to your experiences 

in the South Bay. How’s that for an example of globalization? (Various locations.) 

Crème de la Crepe 

A crepe is a fragile, subtle thing, a bit of crispness to wrap around a stew, sauté, or dessert to add texture 

and a wisp of flavor. They’re very tricky to make and home cooks who try can discover just how much of a 

kitchen can be messed up by a very small amount of batter. How much easier it is to go to Crème de la Crepe, 

where the experts will serve you escargots, pate, beef tartare, nicoise salad, fish tacos, and other French delicacies 

while you wait for that perfect crepe. Wait, fish tacos? Yes, this is a South Bay creperie, so they’re 

available alongside the trappings of a French country meal. The crepes are more traditionally Gallic and include 

classics like the hearty Vendome with chicken, bacon, potatoes and mushrooms in a cognac and pepper 

sauce. As you prepare to enjoy that first forkful you might be inclined to raise your wine glass for a toast to 

French culture. 

1708 ½ S. Catalina, RB (310) 540-8811 

424 Pier Ave., HB. (310) 937-2822. 

Old Venice 

Old Venice is unique in the South Bay for its extensive menu of Italian 

and Greek food. The variety extends to their dessert menu. On the Greek 

side they have baklava, which you have probably had elsewhere, and melomakarona, 

which you probably haven’t. It’s a walnut and honey cookie that 

is one of the lightest, crispest things you’ll ever taste. The Italian side has 

favorites like gelato, cannolis, a creamy tiramisu with just the right touch 

of coffee and rice pudding. Some hard to categorize items like a brownie 

torte and oreo-cream gelato truffle round out the list. If you have trouble 

deciding you can always sip a dessert wine while you puzzle out which you 

want most. 

1001 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach. (310) 376-0242. 

Chili 

Local Coffeehouse 

Modern American Bistro 

Seafood ~ Steaks ~ Wine ~ Cocktails 

Barney’s Beanery 

It should be no surprise that Barney’s Beanery won the chili competition. They’ve been 

specialists in chili since the first Beanery opened in the 1920s. The location on the second 

floor of the Redondo Pier serves five different kinds of varying hotness, including a zippy 

vegetarian version. You can get your favorite bowl of red straight, with spaghetti, over fries, 

in a potato skin, and on a burger. Or get their chili sampler and try all five. It comes with 

onions, cheese, sour cream, and tortilla strips so you can garnish your heart out. When 

you’ve been making chili for close to a 100 years you have the technique down. 

100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach. (424) 275-4820. 


Java Man 

Java Man, the species also known as Homo Erectus, went extinct about a 70,000 years 

ago. Coffee arrived on the Indonesian island of Java just prior to 1700. This suggests that 

Java Man never tasted coffee, though you can at the funky coffeehouse named for him. 

We’re sure even a proto-human would appreciate the convivial air, homemade baked goods, 

and sandwiches and would have marveled at the magnificence of the breakfast burritos. 

The coffee might have even stimulated the intelligence in his primitive brain, just as it has 

done for so many of the rest of us. 


1150 Hermosa Ave. Hermosa Beach (310) 374-7488 

www.zanesrestaurant.com 


French / Continental 

Farm to Table 

Late Night Eatery 

Dominique’s Kitchen 

Their slogan is “Making good food an everyday occasion” and Dominique’s Kitchen really 

does achieve that laudable goal. Their classic French country cuisine is modestly priced 

and more importantly it’s served in an unpretentious atmosphere that you can enjoy any 

day. They’re short on ceremony and long on hospitality. Whether you order scallops in a 

Champagne and saffron reduction or a simple chicken roasted with herbs de Provence and 

served with French fries, you’ll be reminded of why French cuisine became the standard 

for fine dining around the world. 

522 Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach. (424) 247-9054. 

Mexican over $20 

Palmilla Cocina y Tequila 

It’s significant that Palmilla shares a name with a luxurious resort 

in Mexico. This is a distinctly upscale version of Mexican cuisine. 

Instead of imagining a border cantina you should consider a spa villa 

with an ocean view, with a bottle of bubbly in the ice bucket on the 

balcony. While the flavors in the sauces are true to Mexican tradition, 

the ingredients are top quality – dry aged prime beef, fresh jumbo 

1001 Manhattan Ave. • Downtown Manhattan Beach 

Reservations Recommended • (310) 376-0242 

www.oldveniceonline.com 

Hook and Plow 

The hottest trend of the last few years is a return to one of the oldest styles of dining – 

eating what’s local and fresh. The people in the kitchen at Hook & Plow know their farmers 

and other purveyors and strive to find the best produce in every season and to serve it in 

the way that shows its strengths. Check the specials board first because that’s where you’ll 

find whatever is freshest. This may be an unfamiliar fish or vegetable, or perhaps some 

preparation of a familiar item that you haven’t tried before, in which case you really should 

order it and prepare for the most interesting learning experience you’ve ever eaten. 

425 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach. (310) 937-5909. 

crab and wild-caught prawns and vegetables straight from boutique 

producers. The recipes that show off those excellent products come 

from all over Mexico – Michoacán style salmon, Tampico steak, and 

the smoky moles of Oaxaca are all represented. Palmilla brings the 

techniques of French cuisine and the soul of Mexico together and 

it’s an unbeatable combination. 


Mexican 

under $20 

El Sombrero 

We’ll admit that the price is part of the 

attraction at El Sombrero, but the customers 

who have kept these two restaurants 

humming for over 40 years have more than 

value on their minds. What matters is the 

quality of the food and the experience and 

they shine in both departments. The service 

at your table is friendly and fast, and 

the plates come piled high with Mexican 

classics. El Sombrero is our hometown favorite, 

serving quality meals at fast food 

prices, and they’ve earned the loyalty of locals. 

1157 Artesia #B, MB 

(310) 376-5005. 

1005 N. Manhattan Ave., MB. 

(310) 937-6258. 

Kettle 

It’s after 10 p.m., 

hunger has struck 

and the bar you’re 

frequenting has nothing 

more appealing 

than chicken fingers. 

Where do you go? For 

over a generation the 

answer has been The 

Kettle. There you’ll be 

in the company of 

people who have just 

gotten out of plays or 

movies, shift workers, 

and night owls of 

every description. As 

it hits midnight the 

Kettle can be a fascinating 

experience for people watchers, as eccentrics of all sorts enjoy the best after-hours 

meals in the South Bay. The Kettle serve the same wide-ranging menu late night as when 

the sun is high in the sky, and you might even be tempted to come back by day – the crowd 

may not be as colorful but the food will be just as delicious. 

1138 Highland Ave., MB. (310) 545-8511. 

Tapas / Appetizers 

Mediterraneo 

Does anybody remember 

where we went for tapas before 

Mediterraneo opened on Pier 

Plaza? That’s a trick question. 

In 2003 most people in the 

South Bay didn’t know what 

tapas were, and some people 

complained because they 

thought it was a topless. Those 

people stopped objecting when 

they found out what tapas were, 

and probably got downright enthusiastic 

when they first experienced the elegant small-plates dining here. The bold flavors 

of Spain are featured with assistance from fresh California ingredients and a few unique 

ideas. This is our favorite place to graze, and it’s even better on their Tapas Tuesdays, when 

the almost limitless variety is offered at half price. 




Outdoor Dining 

Rotisserie Chicken 

Sandwich Shop / Deli 

Hennessey’s Tavern 

Hennessey’s Tavern holding the corner of the Pier Plaza and the Strand stakes claim to 

a panoramic view of the Santa Monica Bay from their roof-top patio. 

“We are just steps away from sand,” said manager Shawn. “It is the best place to enjoy a 

fine meal, drink and catch the sunset.” 

Heat lamps and sun shades keep the patio an all season affair with locals and tourists 

alike. 

8 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach. (310) 372-5759 

hennesseystavern.com 

Pizza 

Poulet du Jour 

Nobody knows what unsung genius invented the rotisserie, but we presume that was 

long before patents. Their reward was received when they first put a chicken on their new 

gadget and tried it out, because that cooking method results in a crisp skin and succulent 

meat. Poulet du Jour flavors their birds with Middle Eastern seasonings and serves them 

with a potent garlic sauce on the side. It’s a winning formula. This perfection of poultry is 

even available at a moderate price. A whole chicken with side orders and bread will feed 

two hungry people for only fifteen bucks. Our readers know a great deal on a great meal 

when they see one. 

233 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. (310) 376-6620. 

Sliders 

Manhattan Meats 

“We use the finest ingredients like Boar’s Head products meats, which we slice as we go 

along making each sandwich,” owner Dean Tribble said. “The ‘Sean Special,’ an oven roasted 

turkey and salami sandwich is very popular as well as the hot corned beef sandwiches we 

offer on Wednesday and Thursday.” 

While answering questions, Tribble was ringing up third generation customers. 

“We know 100s of our customers by their first names and believe in a family atmosphere,” 

he said. “This way we can cater best to our customers needs.” 


Manhattan Meats, Inc 

Gourmet Meat & Seafood 

Our quality meats surpass any other for the best price around. 

Always the freshest foods to enjoy! 

Fresh Brothers 

When your pizzeria goes from a single store in the rear of a mini-mall to 14 outlets in 

only five years, you’re doing something right. Let’s start with the basics. Fresh Brothers offers 

pies with thin, thick, or thick deep dish crusts, plus whole grain and gluten-free varieties. 

So whichever you prefer, your bases are covered. The sauce is freshly made and richly 

herbed and they offer a sneakily healthy version with finely ground vegetables in the sauce, 

so you can trick yourself and kids into healthy eating. There are almost 30 different toppings 

for your pleasure, including vegan sausage and cheese for those who love pizza but not 

meat. If you have trouble making choices then you can just go one of their suggested combinations, 

but if you know what you like you can get it configured to create your vision of 

pizza perfection delivered to your door. 


407 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach (310) 374-5678. 


Photo by JP Cordero 

Slider Stop 

Little burgers are big business on Artesia, where locally owned Slider Stop has inventive 

ideas about fast food. If you’ve ever had the experience of being served a mammoth burger 

and being tired of the flavor when you were halfway through it, they have the solution: get 

two or three little ones. Their “chicken dinner” slider puts a fried chicken meal on one bun; 

the Euro with a beef patty, quail egg, bacon, and mornay sauce entwines French tradition; 

and American burgers and the turkey burger’s black beans, salsa, and avocado remind us 

just who first domesticated that bird. There’s even a dessert marshmallow crunch slider 

with peanut butter and granola. Slider Stop is making quick meals that are not just cheap 

and fast but varied and fun. Nobody else is close to doing what they do. 

2315 Artesia. Redondo Beach. (310) 214-5200. 

1111 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 372-5406 


Romantic Dinner 

Palmilla Cocina y Tequila 

There’s a subtle sexiness to the décor at Palmilla. It starts even before you’re inside with 

the colored lights and mosaic designs on the exterior set an exotic and mysterious tone. You 

might invite the object of your affections to dine out there if the weather is pleasant and 

enjoy the play of light and shadow from the fire pit, or go within. There the low light provided 

by dozens of hanging lamps helps set the romantic mood and if you imbibe, the excellent 

tequila selection may assist with that. We won’t speculate about the effect of the 

chains hanging from the walls, because that sort of thing isn’t our business. What we do 

know is that whether you dine and drink inside or out, after dinner is over a moonlight 

walk by the beach is just steps away. 


Place for a First Date 

Zane’s 

A romantic restaurant isn’t the same thing as a first date restaurant. At the former you 

are both already intimate, at the latter you’re deciding whether you’re on that road. The 

place shouldn’t be too bright or too dark, and the room should have some buzz. Zane’s hits 

those marks and you can learn a bit more about your date by what they choose from the 

updated Italian-American steakhouse menu. Are they the ‘meat and potatoes’ type, or do 

they prefer the salads and pastas? Classic cocktails, something novel involving chili liqueur 

and a pepper garnish, or wine? Do they negotiate what dishes to have so you can each taste 

the things you want? Negotiation, compromise, and collaboration are some of the secrets to 

a good relationship, and if the two of you can do it with food that’s a good sign for everything 

else. 

1150 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach. (310) 374-7488. 

Seafood Soup 


Fish Shop 

Most South Bay restaurants 

that feature fish offer 

either chowder or cioppino. 

At the seafood specialist 

Hermosa Beach Fish 

Shop you have your choice. 

There are two variations of 

the chowder, either with or 

without Andouille sausage, 

which adds a gentle smoky 

kick. The chowder is thick 

and creamy, the seafood 

finely chopped so it’s in 

every bite. Subtle flavors of 

pepper and herbs accent 

but don’t obscure the natural 

flavors. The Fish Shop stew has a bolder broth with fresh tomato zest, a dash of garlic 

and herbs and big chunks of fish. Whether you like your flavors relatively unadorned or 

zippy, there’s something for you at the Fish Shop. 

719 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach (310) 372-3480. 

Specialty Salad 

Fresh Brothers 

Most pizza places offer 

salad as an afterthought – 

something cool, green and 

crisp to contrast with 

something hot, cheesy, 

and rich. Fresh Brothers 

puts a little more thought 

and a lot more variety into 

the equation by offering 

everything from a simple 

spring mix to a zesty 

Greek, antipasto, Caesar, 

or Farmer’s Market salad. 

Like it meaty? Try the barbecued 

chicken or Cobb. 

Gluten free? Covered. Chopped for easy eating and blended flavors, or like a little variation 

in each bite? They can do it either way. It’s more than a sideshow to accompany the pizza, 

and some people don’t even order one – they’re here for the salad. 


407 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach (310) 374-5678. 

Steak over $25 

Fleming’s 

There are things that are used as a metaphor for reliability: the rock of Gibraltar, tomorrow’s 

sunrise, a steak at Flemings. The basis of this place’s fame and success are the selection 

of top quality aged prime beef and the expertise of the grillmaster. Prefer it petite and tender? 

Their filet mignon will cut like butter, and if you like a bit of extra zing you can get it 

with a porcini mushroom rub. Going for full flavor? Order the bone-in ribeye or a New 

York strip with cracked peppercorns and their house steak sauce. They have all the appropriate 

sides and trimmings, plus a famously good wine selection that complements all things 

meaty. You pay a little more for the best, but you get what you pay for. 

2301 Rosecrans, El Segundo. (310) 643-6911. 

Steak under $25 

Zane’s 

A great steak for a good price, only steps from the beach? In a stylish environment with 

a well-stocked bar? Sounds like a fantasy, but it isn’t. At Zane’s you can get a skirt steak 

brushed with herb butter and two sides of your choice for $24 and that chunk of meat is 

both good sized and tender. It comes out of the kitchen with a smoky flavor and at exactly 

the temperature you request. It’s not easy to get this piece of meat a true medium rare from 

end to end, but they do it every time. You shouldn’t expect all your dreams to come true, 

but this one is achievable. 

1150 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach. (310) 374-7488. 


Mediterranean/Middle Eastern 

Mediterraneo 

The cultures around the Middle East and Southern Europe use many of the same ingredients, 

like olives and olive oil, eggplant and the seafood that comes from the Mediterranean. 

Those are all artfully used at Mediterraneo, the restaurant that has captured this awards 

many times in the past. After 13 years the only changes have been for the better. They now 

have a world-class beer selection, for instance. Our Mediterranean climate and lifestyle are 

mirrored in food at Mediterraneo. 

73 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach (310) 318-2666. 

Asian Fusion 

Little Sister 

Many places serve Asian Fusion, usually a mix of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean items. 

Little Sister goes further afield, offering both fusions and authentic renditions that involve 

Nepalese, Malaysian, and Singaporean 

dishes. Most diners have little 

knowledge of some of these and 

might not know when they’re dealing 

with a fusion dish or an obscure 

gem from a regional cuisine. In a 

way, though, they’re all fusion 

dishes because they’ve been influenced 

by Chinese and Indian traders 

since the medieval era. That was accidental 

and incremental, while the 

bold ideas of Chef Tin Vuong bring 

contemporary and creative vision to 

the mix. He has made the world 

quite a bit smaller and brought a big 

chunk of it to Manhattan Beach. 

1131 Manhattan Ave., MB. 

(310) 545-2096. 

Thai / Southeast Asian 

(Say it, POO-KET, don’t ask me why) 

Phuket Thai 

Thais compare the shape of their country to the handle of an axe. The resort island of 

Phuket is about halfway up the handle. The place has a distinctive cuisine based on centuries 

of interaction with foreign traders, and it is noted for seafood, satay, and fiery curries. 

Phuket Thai in Redondo offers milder versions of some of these dishes as well as a range 

of regional specialties from across Thailand. The office plaza location at the corner doesn’t 

resemble the peaked roofs and ornate decoration of Thai buildings, but these flavors are 

spot on, and once again our readers have signified their approval. 

901 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach (310) 374-9598. 

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(310) 374-9598 


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Yogurtland credits its Best of the Beach win to using only using creamy, fresh California 

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The Spot 

You can’t quite say that the Spot was first, since LA had vegetarian restaurants before 

1920 and The Spot didn’t open until 1977. However, The Spot can proudly claim the title 

of the longest-lived vegetarian restaurant in Southern California and their generations of 

fans keep the place humming right along. Even in an era in which mainstream restaurants 

have added vegetarian items and promoted farm-to-table ideas, The Spot remains relevant 

and vital, serving delicious American and Mexican-inspired comfort food in an environment 

as homey and welcoming as a good friend’s living room. There’s a patio out back for those 

who enjoy the open air, and a wine and beer list for those who like to drink their fruits and 

grains as well as eat them. 

110 Second Street, Hermosa Beach. (310) 376-2355 

View 

Strand House 

We mainly think of savoring the view at the Strand House when the weather is fine, but 

that panoramic view of the sea is even more impressive on those days when the wind is 

high and the skies open. When the palms whip back and forth in the wind and the sea 

churns to froth we see another side of the vista that is so pleasant on better days. Whether 

you nurse a coffee on a cold day or a cocktail on a warm one, or vice versa, the place to do 

it is The Strand House. It’s easily the best view in the South Bay, rain or shine. 

117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach. (310) 545-7470. 

Erin Obringer, Simmzy’s 

Erin Obringer has been a server at Simmzy’s for five years and has been in the restaurant 

business for more than a decade. 

“I’m so honored. What a big surprise,” Obringer said when told of her award. “I love the 

people I work with, the regulars I have come to know and that Simmzy’s is always busy.” 

Obringer said burgers are the most popular item with the Bacon Bleu being her favorite. 

“Erin always puts the guest first,” Manager Jikki Yamat said. “She makes a connection 

with everyone.” 


simmzys.com 

Bartender 

Adam DeRitter, Rock’n Fish 

Adam DeRitter has worked at Rock’n Fish for over 10 years and considers the restaurant 

a home away from home. The Manhattan Beach native and Mira Costa High School alum 

said developing relationships is the favorite part of his job. 

“I can rejoice with a customer when they celebrate a good moment in their life or help 

them when they have a bad day,” DeRitter said. “Some of my closest friends started as patrons. 

We go snowboarding, golfing, out for dinner or drinks.” 

The most popular drink DeRitter serves is the Navy Grog. 

“It was the signature drink at Hibachi, a restaurant at this location from 1960 until 2000,” 

DeRitter said. “I’m proud that we’ve kept that tradition alive for the last 16 years.” 


rocknfishmb.com. 

Cocktails 

Rock’N Fish 

If you’re the type of person who goes with the flow, we know what you’re going to drink 

at Rock’N Fish: the navy grog. It’s their signature item. A bartender estimated that he had 

made 75 of them on a weekend night in winter. During summer, he reported, there were 

days when he hardly made anything else. That rum and fruit cocktail is elegantly balanced, 

but those bartenders might enjoy a break in the parade of grogs to make a perfect Manhattan, 

Old Fashioned, or Aviation, or perhaps some cocktail based on your preferences. The selection 

here is superb, and whatever arcane whiskey, gin, or other spirit you like is probably 

on that shelf ready to be combined into something delicious. 


310-376-5124 • 2600 Artesia Blvd., • Redondo Beach 

6am to 10pm 

7 Days a Week 



Sunday Brunch 

Fish & Chips 

Italian over $20 Italian under $20 

MB Post 

What are you going to have for your next brunch at MB Post? We don’t know, and neither 

do you. One of the joys of this place is the ever-changing menu. You may come in dead set 

on ordering something you liked last time but suddenly see a special or new item you can’t 

do without. There are constants on the menu like the chimichanga and those bacon cheddar 

buttermilk biscuits and we’re sure they’ll be delicious if you order them again, but the art 

of this kitchen is in tempting you with the new. Chef David LeFevre is a whimsical genius 

who keeps his job interesting by keeping your choices difficult. If it’s ever easy to decide 

what you want he’d probably be disappointed. 


Hermosa Beach Fish shop 

There are many different elements to the perfect fish and chips, and some people have 

strong opinions. Should the chips be fat potato slabs like they are in Britain, thin-cut fries 

with the skin on, or some other variation? Is shatteringly crisp beer batter best, or lacy 

tempura, or do you like the softer, thicker variety and should it be seasoned or not? At the 

Hermosa Beach Fish Shop, this year’s winner, the batter is thick, relatively soft, and lightly 

seasoned, the chips skin-on, thin cut, and very crisp. Four pieces of fish and a good sized 

mound of fries run just over 12 bucks, a substantial meal for a modest price. Cocktail and 

tartar sauce are on the tables, as is malt vinegar, so there need be no argument about which 

is the best accompaniment. 


Server Julie Marcelletta with a “betto” box. Photo by Brad Jacobson (Civic- 

Couch.com) 

Bettolino Kitchen 

Italian cuisine can be comfort food or daringly original. A few restaurants are skilled 

enough to offer you your choice. Bettolino Kitchen is one of those rare places and their versatility 

is breathtaking. If you’re in the mood for a traditional eggplant Parmesan or steak 

with potato and veg, they can deal out an expert version, but if you’d like something daring, 

say, a grilled peach and chicken salad, or Prosciutto-wrapped sea scallops with squash and 

asparagus tips, they have you covered. Whatever you select, mild or wild, it’s served in an 

elegant modern space by people who know 

their wines and are service pros. Bettolino 

Kitchen is a gem and a worthy winner in a 

category with tough competition. 

211 Palos Verdes Blvd., 

Redondo Beach. 

(310) 375-0500. 

Charlie’s 

If you showed up for dinner at Charlie’s and were asked to guess the prices of the entrees, 

we’re willing to bet you’d miss by a mile. The dining room has understated style and the 

view of plates of housemade ravioli, fresh seafood, and other Italian delicacies would prepare 

you to part with some serious dough. Surprise, at dinner almost half the entrees run less 

than 15 bucks, which leaves you some room for an appetizer or glass of wine without hitting 

$25. At lunch the prices are even better, though you’ll be directed to the more casual area 

by the bar. A plate of pasta with soup or salad and garlic bread may be had for a mere 10 

bucks. Charlie’s is one of the South Bay’s rare places where a great meal is a great bargain. 

601 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach. (310) 374-8581. 

Health 

Food 

Spot 

Vegetarian food isn’t necessarily healthy. 

It takes a balance of vitamins and proteins 

to keep the body in top shape and that 

sometimes escapes both home cooks and 

professionals. Those calculations come naturally 

at The Spot, whose owner Tonya 

Beaudet has written a vegetarian cookbook 

and keeps the nutrition of each dish in 

mind. If you have special requirements like 

gluten-free or vegan food they can provide 

it, and there will be no compromise in flavor. 

That sense of satisfaction after a meal 

at The Spot is your body thanking you for 

giving it what it needs. 

110 Second Street, HB. 

(310) 376-2355. 

“Bold and contemporary, 

the ingredients top shelf” 

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chicken wings, kale caesar (add chicken $2), 

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truffle fries, hummus 

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Japanese Sushi 

Rice 

The people at Rice subtitle their name “Sake & Real Food,” making a distinction that 

many people might otherwise miss. Many sushi bars serve food that uses an array of colorants, 

preservatives and other adulterants. Rice proudly doesn’t, and uses organic products 

wherever possible. It’s a 

philosophy that pays off 

in many ways, since in 

this simple cuisine the 

flavors of raw ingredients 

are not covered but 

enhanced, so it makes 

sense to start with the 

purest and best. There 

are vegetarian sushi 

rolls as well as those 

stocked with the freshest 

fish in season. Whatever 

you order will be 

prepared by experts in 

making these delicate 

flavors shine. 

820 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach (310) 798-7722. 

Japanese non-Sushi & Itamae 

Izakaya by Katsuya 

In Japan an izakaya is a type of 

tavern that cultivates an unhurried 

atmosphere in which to 

enjoy bar snacks. Originally a 

snack bar in front of sake shops, 

over hundreds of years they have 

developed an array of distinctive 

items, which may include sushi. 

This helps explain the small 

plates style of service and offerings 

at Izakaya by Katsuya, which 

edged out more conventional 

Japanese restaurants for the win 

this year. Locals have taken to 

this style of Japanese tapas, 

which includes grilled meats and seafood, simple sautéed vegetables, tempura, and hearty 

items like stewed sparerib and baked salted orange roughy. It was designed to go down easy 

with sake and they have plenty of that here. It’s delicious whatever you accompany it with. 

1133 Highland, MB. (310) 796-1888. 

Brewery 

King Harbor Brewing Co 

After finishing runner up to the Strand Brewing Co. in their first year of existence last year, King Harbor 

Brewing Co unseated the four time consecutive winner. Redondo Beach’s only brewery stoked both the 

beer connoisseurs and casual beer drinkers with their IPA, the versatile pale ale “The Quest” (interchangeable 

with different hops throughout the year), “Swirly,” a brown ale with a hint of coffee that creates the 

taste of a soft serve chocolate and vanilla ice cream cone and “Cerveza Hermosa,” a Mexican style amber 

lager. 

“We thought, ‘How can we make kickass beer, but one that doesn’t have to have to be super high in ABV 

[alcohol by volume]?” Founder Tom Dunbabin said. “We wanted 4.5 to 6 percent rating, so you could enjoy 

dinner and have four or five pints and still get home on a beach cruiser…I mean, it’s cool, but if I drink a 

9 percent stout, I’m toast….We wanted a beer you could put in a coffee cup and ride your bike to the pier, 

something that fits our South Bay lifestyle, thank you South Bay!” 

2907 182nd St, Redondo Beach. Waterfront, 

132 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach. KingHarborBrewing.com. 

Beer on tap 

Simmzy’s 

At first it must have seemed like a wacky idea: put a beer-oriented pub in 

the middle of a wine-centered town. It may have been the smartest business 

decision in recent history. Simmzy’s is easily the busiest restaurant in Manhattan 

Beach, packed almost from the moment they open each day. There are 

over 25 different beers on tap here and the selection changes regularly. Patrons 

have been known to study the chalkboard beer menu intently while waiting 

in line to get in. The food menu was deliberately crafted to go along with the 

flavors of beer and ales and the whole package has been so successful that 

other Simmzy’s have opened using this place as a template. The Simms Brothers 

of Kettle fame are heroes to the local beer community for championing 

the brew. Other restaurateurs must wish they’d thought of it first. 

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Baja Sharkeez 

“Buy any feature drink and get another for 25 cents” helps explain what makes Baja Sharkeez’s 

Happy Hour the Best of the Beach. Combine that with great grinds and complimentary 

chips and salsa. “Our tasty little pick-ups like our Spicy Queso Dip and our Mini Mex 

Combos are awesome,” said director of marketing Jeff Tyler Ganz. “We have one of the 

most vibrant social atmospheres in the South Bay,” he said. Baja Sharkeez throws the happiest 

of hours from 3 to 7. Monday through Friday. 

52 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach. (310) 318-000, 

3600 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach .(310) 545-881. sharkeez.net. 

Margarita 

Palmilla 

The original margarita cocktail was a simple concoction of tequila with citrus and a dash 

of Triple Sec orange liqueur. The salted rim was a later addition and maybe the first of 

many variations. Subsequent variations have included agave nectar, chipotle chili, mango, 

jalapeno, and raspberries. You can taste the classic and the spinoffs in style at Palmilla, 

choosing your preferred style and brand of tequila or asking your bartender to suggest one. 

If you’re there with a friend you might ask for an original and something like their ginger 

margarita and exchange sips so as to appreciate the original and the innovation in one sitting. 


Martini 

Bouzy 

There is perhaps no drink that evokes as much argument 

as the martini. Originally conceived as a mix of 

gin and vermouth in a two to one ratio, it has come to 

be made with little or no vermouth, garnishes of olives 

with or without pimento, splashes of pickle juice, a lime 

or a lemon twist or even (heresy!) with vodka. (This isn’t 

even counting the things that are called martinis but 

contain none of the iconic ingredients.) The people at 

Bouzy know their way around all these combinations 

and will mix whatever you like, or you can ask them to 

surprise you and craft the martini they’d make if they 

were drinking it themselves. And that, dear readers, is 

how to get a truly great martini. 

1611 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach. (310) 540-1222. 


Neighborhood bar 

Wine Restaurant 

Bottle Inn 

Italian food was invented with wine in mind, because that has been the drink of all 

classes since the glory days of the Roman Empire. It’s in the genetic heritage of Italian 

restaurants, and good ones pay attention to maintaining a well-stocked cellar. Great ones 

maintain an abundantly stocked and thoughtfully curated collection. That’s what you find 

at The Bottle Inn. At both their original location in Hermosa and the new one in Redondo 

there are bottles from all over the world and at almost every price point. Whether you want 

a simple glass to pair with your pasta or a magnum of Super Tuscan, they have you covered. 

26 22nd Street, Hermosa Beach., (310) 376-9595. 

1700 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach. (310) 543-6800. 

Ercoles 

Even with the passing of longtime owner Gary Moore last September, Ercoles continues 

to hold fort in a rapidly changing Manhattan Beach. 

“We are excited to carry on for Gary,” said manager Dennis Scott, who’s been going to 

Ercoles for 30-plus years. He’s a part of the family; his wife is Gary’s niece. “We want to 

carry on the tradition of being the neighborhood bar and food establishment in the sweet 

world of Manhattan Beach.” 

Free pretzels and cheetos at the bar and specials like Dodger dogs for a dollar, two burgers 

)a BOB winner!) for the price of one on Wednesdays and three tacos for $5 on Thursdays 

have preserved Ercoles’ reputation as the beach’s most popular neighborhood bar. 

“Our employees take pride in making the best and most affordable food for the neighborhood,” 

he said. “We enjoy pouring quality, nice drinks that everybody can partake in.” 



Wine Bar 

Friends of the Vine 

Some people don’t understand what a wine bar really is – you can go to a bar and order 

wine, so why not just do that? One answer is that at most bars wine is an afterthought, and 

the selection may be limited, the bartenders not familiar with their stock because it’s one 

product of many. Another is that wine is a perishable product, so a place that serves just 

that may keep many fresh bottles on hand. These are both partial reasons for the popularity 

of Friends of The Vine, Redondo‘s side street wine bar, but another is the community that 

assembles here. Stop in for a glass or two and you're likely to fall into conversations with 

fellow oenophiles, and suddenly it feels like you’re at a convivial party rather than a public 

place. This is where you can drink a little wine, buy some for later, and catch up with your 

community while you’re at it. 

221 Avenida del Norte, RB. (310) 792-5940. 

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If there’s a sweet beat being played in the South Bay, most likely it’s coming from the 

turntables of South Bay native DJ DIK. 

“This past year was dominated mostly by my Friday night residency at American Junkie. 

We are continuing it through the summer,” DJ DIK said. “Another staple has been my Thursday 

night residency at Sharkeez Hermosa w/ DJ BlackSheep who’s been working hard 

around town and deserves a respected mention.” 

Besides locally, DJ DIK’s been holding residencies at 41 Ocean, Brick+Mortar and Buffalo 

Club in Santa Monica with a few destination weddings in Hawaii and random private 

and corporate events for a long list 

of clients. Last October, while DJ 

DIK was mixing the wheels at 

American Junkie, Justin Bieber 

jumped on stage. 

“We did a couple songs together 

and it was a pretty wild night. 

Somehow it made its way onto 

TMZ,” laughed Justin Bieber. 

“No matter what venue or event 

I'm playing any given night, I can 

mold into that scene without anybody 

noticing,” he said. “I can't 

thank the South Bay enough for the 

support and putting up with me 

year end and year out. I'm just trying 

to do my part to keep everybody 

around here having fun.” 

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Sports Bar 

Patrick Molloy’s 

Sports Pub 

Like any sports bar, football games 

pack the booths and seats of Patrick 

Molloy’s. Each of the bar’s 30 TV sets 

is tuned to a game and the place gets 

raucous. 

But the craziest night in recent memory 

for Vi Nguyen, manager and 13 year 

veteran of Molloy’s, took place last 

month, for UFC 196 — the night that 

brash Irish fighter Conor McGregor suffered 

a submission loss to Nate Diaz. 

“We were packed. People were calling 

in all week to reserve spots,” 

Nguyen said. The bar was jammed to 

the rafters. Fight fans were lined up out 

the door, and many had to be turned 

away. “We could barely squeeze through 

the walkways,” she said. 

The passion isn’t limited to fight nights though. The recent NCAA tournament, and the 

bar’s bracket contest, gave fans the chance to play against each other and possibly win a 

TV in the process. 

“We like to give people more of a reason to be here than just great food and beer,” she 

said. 

50 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. (310) 798-9762. patrickmolloys.com 

Original Local Band 

Andy and Renee 

Months ago, Redondo Beach’s Avenue A Bar and Grill went before the City’s Planning 

Commission seeking to extend their hours. They had a massive show of support behind 

them, customer after customer praising their business…while also praising regular Avenue 

A weekend musical act Andy & Renee. 

“We have a very passionate following,” Andy said, laughing. 

“Passionate” is right. He and Renee Safier play three to four nights a week at venues 

across the South Bay, and are so popular that fans follow the pair along their circuit. 

Hill and Safier have played together for the better part of 30 years, initially meeting in 

college before reuniting in the late 1980s. Today they play in restaurants, perform in-home 

private shows and put together events, such as this year’s 26th Annual Dylanfest. 

“Everyone likes to say music is the backdrop to life. If you’ve been playing for 20 to 30 

years, like us, then your music is that backdrop,” Hill said. “We’ve managed to construct a 

career out of the passionate support of a few hundred people.” 

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Sports Bar Food 

Shark’s Cove 

When Taylor Kiedrowski, 

manager at Shark’s Cove, is 

asked why the South Bay 

loves her restaurant’s food, 

she doesn’t mince words. 

“Because we don’t serve 

[crappy] sports bar food,” she 

said — meaning the litany of 

frozen, flash-fried, sauce-covered 

monstrosities that one 

might find at corner pubs. 

Shark’s Cove, Keidrowski 

said, hangs their hat on fresh, 

attractive plates one wouldn’t 

normally expect to eat while 

watching a ballgame. Roasted 

brussels sprouts, grilled artichoke 

and steamed clams are 

among the options. 

She also touts the bar’s rotating 

selection of draft beers, as well as the friendly regulars who aren’t afraid to poke fun 

at a reporter over his choice of baseball headwear. 

“That’s why we’re here,” she said, laughing. 


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Southern 

Ragin Cajun 

When the craving for 

Louisiana food hits, the Ragin 

Cajun is the first place we think 

of. Many locals learned about 

Cajun food from their experiences 

at the original location on 

Pier Avenue in Hermosa. Redondo’s 

rustic roadhouse keeps 

dealing out the rice and beans, 

gumbo, po-boy sandwiches, 

and other fare that are dear to 

a Southerner’s heart. It’s home 

cooking from the home we 

wish we had, where there’s always 

a pot of something delicious 

simmering on the back of 

the stove. Then again, that home might not have had a moonshine bar or the ability to make 

a great hurricane cocktail, which they can certainly do at the Ragin Cajun, so going there 

for lunch, brunch, or dinner is even better. 

525 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach (310) 540-7403. 

Comedy Club 

Server 

Chris Sutter, 

Old Venice 

To say that Chris Sutter enjoys working at Old Venice would be a massive understatement. 

“He was handing out menus before 

we even hired him,” said 

owner Julie Hantzarides. “He’s got 

this infectious personality. He’s so 

positive and it feels good to be 

around him.” 

Sutter’s worked at Old Venice 

for little more than a year and a 

half, but the joy’s still there. Upon 

learning he was voted as the Best 

of the Beach, he smiled, then kept 

a stiff upper lip — until he walked 

around a corner, and silently 

pumped his fists in celebration. 

“Everybody should enjoy going 

to work as much as he does,” Sutter’s 

father, Darryl, said. 

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Ocean Bar 

Ocean Bar manager Greg Simms promises a good time, with class. 

“We have a stricter dress code than most, and we’re a bit higher end,” he said. 

His bar, upstairs from Abigaile Restaurant and featuring a rooftop deck, turns from laidback 

lounge and restaurant to dance club on Friday and Saturday nights, featuring rotating 

DJs from across L.A. and Las Vegas. 

He doesn’t deny that the bar can get crazy, but he promises a much more laid-back vibe 

than one might get by going a block to the west. 

“This,” he said, “isn’t a ‘bro bar.’” 

1301 Manhattan Ave., Hermosa Beach. (310) 798-8227. 

Underage Band 

Riley Arts Gallery 

Ninety percent of the pieces in Kim Riley’s gallery come from local artists. And unlike 

many lesser galleries, Riley features more than just images of beaches and piers. 

“We like to have stuff that no one else has,” she said, including vintage prints from Disneyland, 

as well as classic concert and movie posters. 

Riley Arts Gallery features the work of John Van Hamersveld, Brent Broza, Tom Everhart 

and architect-turned-artist Michael Murphy. 

Kim Riley’s ethos is to feature art that she enjoys as much as her customers do. 

“That way, if -- for whatever reason — I have to close up shop, I’ll have a lot of art that I 

like to look at.” 


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Comedy Club regular Jay Leno with club owner Mike Lacey. 

Comedy and Magic Club 

Chris Rock had a problem, Comedy and Magic Club owner Mike Lacy recalled. 

The comic legend was workshopping material for his Oscars hosting gig, hopping from 

club to club throughout L.A. But as soon as he stepped off the stage, his jokes had spread 

across social media, spoiled by audience members and their cameras. 

Then, he got a tip. Jerry Seinfeld told Rock about the Comedy and Magic Club, an intown 

place with an out-of-town feel, as comedian Craig Shoemaker calls it. 

In two weeks, Lacy recounted, Rock got more work done in Hermosa Beach than he had 

made stick in two months. 

“It really pays tribute to the South Bay — the people here are so good, they get it, they’re 

smart, and they’re not jaded,” Lacy said. 

That’s why big-name comedians, like weekly performer Jay Leno, come back, time and 

time again. 

“It feels more like a cool theater that’s focused on the art form, supporting their efforts, 

than a club,” Lacy said. 

1018 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach; 310-372-1193.; 

ComedyAndMagicClub.com. 

11Echo 

11Echo lead singer Kira Levin’s secret to her band’s success is simple. They get their audience. 

“We connect, we’re engaging with them and playing songs that everyone can sing along 

to,” she said. “It’s just fun to get into it.” 

It’s heads-up thinking from a 15-year-old Mira Costa student, but she and her bandmates 

are no strangers to self-aware musical thought. 

“I really pride myself on how much I know about what’s going on,” keyboardist and 

UCLA student Cole Riddle said, rattling off a treatise about jazz great Herbie Hancock’s 

catalog. 

Together, Riddle, Levin, drummer Justin Lin, bassist Max Rohde and guitarist Noah 

Viklund are the first underage band to play at Fiesta Hermosa, covering popular rock tunes 

spanning the decades. 

The downside to being an underage band is, as members grow older and move on 

(Viklund is heading to Boston’s Berklee School of Music; Lin attends the Orange County 

School of Arts in Santa Ana), it’s increasingly difficult to perform shows. 

“We’ll continue to gig when everyone is together, though,” Levin said. “We’ve all got 

breaks together, so we’ll do whatever we can to keep playing even though we’re apart.” 

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Liquor Store 

Ocean View Liquor 

The key to the success of Ocean View Liquor is as simple as it is rare: the little shop on 

Manhattan Avenue near the HB/MB border is genuinely a part of the community it serves. 

Owner Norm Kalosh lives across the street with his wife and two kids and he carefully curates 

what the store carries in order to best serve his neighbors, many of whom first suggested 

some of the 

craft beers, wines 

and liquors now 

Ocean View Liquor’s Norm Kalosh. Photo by Mark McDermott 

on the shelves of 

Ocean View. 

Kalosh’s backstory 

is that his father 

Albert immigrated 

from Syria and ran 

a liquor store in 

the Valley in the 

hope his son 

would “go the college 

route.” Norm 

did go to USC, but 

upon graduating 

realized he wasn’t 

cut out for the corporate 

life. Nine 

years ago, he 

bought the store, 

and because he 

personally liked 

craft beer made it a 

“bottle shop” before 

the term was in vogue.Per square foot, Ocean View has the finest selection of craft beer arguably 

not just in the South Bay but in LA County. Add the men who man the counter, 

Kurt, Marco, and Giovanni, each who knows their product, and their customers’ tastes, and 

you have an utterly unique liquor store. “I come to work happy every day,” Norm said. “We 

don’t take it for granted. We are really fortunate. We really have it good.” 

3232 Manhattan Ave., Hermosa Beach. (310) 798-3331. 

Bartender 

Live Music Venue 

Pennywise’s Jim Lindberg (left) enlists help from 98 Mute’s Doug Weems (right) 

during a Saint Rocke performance in 2013 benefiting the Surfrider Foundation. 

Photo by Brent Broza 

Saint Rocke 

Saint Rocke is known as a small club that books big acts, often nationally touring artists 

who rarely perform in such intimate settings. In the last year, for example, Big Head Todd, 

Ozomatli, the Dan Band, Donavon Frankenreiter, Pennywise, and Citizen Cope have graced 

the 280-seat venue’s stage. But it’s also a club that gives local musicians a chance to shine, 

such as in its annual Battle of the Bands contest, the winner of which gets to play on the 

big stage in the Hermosa Summer Concerts Series (also booked by Saint Rocke). Underlying 

everything Saint Rocke does is the passion of those who work there, from owner Allen Sanford 

to talent buyer Adam Spriggs (who also books the Kaaboo music festival), manager 

and talent buyer (and rock star) Katie Henley, heavenly bartender Hannah Seven, and the 

whole cast of beautiful characters who grace the club day in and day out. “My team works 

day and night to bring the best live music possible to the South Bay,” Henley said. “All genres, 

six nights a week. It's definitely not easy or glamorous. But without a doubt, it's a 

labor of love... One show at a time.” 

142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach, (310) 372-0035, 

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ADRIENNE’S SEARCH 

for Children’s Cancer Cure 

T 

his 10th annual fundraiser hosted by the Woman’s Club of 

Hermosa Beach was again a success, raising over $20,000 

for this year’s beneficiary Walk With Sally - One Child At A 

Time. On Saturday, March 5, guests enjoyed delicious food, live 

music, magic and much more! Held at the Kiwanis Hall in Hermosa 

Beach, this event joined together dignitaries, civic leaders, 

families, guests young and old for a great cause. 

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1. Hermosa Beach City Councilman 

Hany Fangary, George 

Barks, Andrea Valcourt, HB 

Mayor Carolyn Petty and HB 

Chamber of Commerce CEO 

Kim MacMullan 

2. Daughters Abigail and 

Madeline with father Mike Foster. 

3. Guest Speaker Nora 

Muniz with daughter Marley, a 

Walk With Sally mentee and 

WWS founder/CEO Nick Arquette. 

4. Guest magician, Hollywood 

Stars of Magic 

Sisuepahn Silk Pnila performs. 

5. HB Woman’s Club Co-Presidents 

Liane Wallace and Lulu 

Buffet with founder, chair and 

2x cancer survivor Adrienne 

Slaughter. 

6. Active Woman’s Club 

members Pat Wooley and 

Vera Jimenez organize appetizers 

with Mira Costa High 

School Key Club volunteers 

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7. Even chair Adrienne 

Slaughter with CenterCal Properties 

Mickey Marraffino and 

HB Kiwanis Club President Lisa 

Shea. 

8. Feed The Kitty’s Jed Mottley, 

Jeremy Stowell and Jack 

Maher entertained with Jack 

Tracy. 

9. Bibi Goldstein, Darryl Vanden 

Einde, Linda Buffington, 

Assemblyman David Hadley, 

Mark Goldstein, Irv and Carrie 

Anne Blevins 

Kathy Doer, Zane’s 

Kathy Doer’s practically a fixture at Zane’s, tending bar at the Hermosa 

restaurant for more than six years. She’s totaled a lot of beverages 

in her lifetime, but what keeps her coming back, night in and night out, 

are the customers. 

“It’s the people and the relationships that I build that I enjoy,” she 

said. 

Though she’s happy that many customers come back for her signature 

cocktail, a lemon-basil martini, she’s particularly proud of her memory 

for faces and, particularly, drinks. 

“I’ll recognize a face,” she said. “Not always their name, but always 

what they drink. They could be gone for years and come back, and I’ll 

still remember it.” 

“I don’t know what it is. A name will sometimes slip me, but a drink 

never does.” 

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(310) 374-7488. 

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that can be found. Carrying a wide array of products from the best Benjamin Moore 

Paints to lesser known brands such as Catalina Paints, Supreme Paint can offer the 

best value in town even compared to the big box stores. Supreme’s friendly staff is 

exceptionally knowledgeable and can help you with any painting project as well as 

design ideas from their design showrooms featuring huge color palettes, wallpaper 

books, fabric and window coverings from Hunter Douglas. 

Redondo Beach (310) 540-4456 

Manhattan Beach (310) 376-2444 supremepaintbenjaminmoore.com 

Custom Design Center Love your home again!-and- 

Love the process too! 

q While making a major remodeling change to your home is exciting and rewarding, 

it can also seem overwhelming. That’s why Custom Design & Construction 

has created a unique process to guide each project from idea to reality. We begin 

with a Discovery phase where we explore all options within your budget range. Our 

award-winning design team will work with you to select finish materials and fine-tune 

the design plans. Making all the decisions up-front, allows us to present you with an 

exact final price before any of the work begins. That’s the benefit of working with a 

single company that provides both design and construction all under one roof. And 

be sure to ask about our easy in-house financing. Love Your Home Again! 

(310) 815-4815 VisitCustomDesign.com License # 524561 

Comfort Sleeper ® by American Leather 

Handyman Schatan: avocation a vocation 

q Matt Schatan helped several of his friends on their home-based projects, and 

he often listened to their suggestions that he start his own company. Schatan did just 

that in July 1998, using his talents to make a better living. Handyman Schatan prospered 

from the start. It has meant a lot of work, but also a lot of satisfaction. ” I am 

overwhelmed sometimes with the amount of work I have,” says Schatan, noting that 

he is often answering the telephone as late as 10 p.m. Work has been “busier than 

expected” and the rewards have been gratifying. He is on call from sunup to sundown. 

His goal to create a thriving enterprise has been quickly realized. 

(310) 540-4444 

Simply Tiles Design Center 

2207 Artesia Blvd., Redondo Beach 

310-793-2600 

28733 S. Western Ave., Rancho Palos Verdes 

310-832-9600 

M-F 10-7pm / Sat 10-6pm / Sun 11-5pm 

www.goodnightbeds.com 

Fine Ceramics, Natural Stone, Hardwoods, Cabinetry, Faucetry. 

Kitchen & Bathrooms Specialist. 

3968 Pacific Coast Hwy., Torrance • (310) 373-7781 • www.simplytiles.com 

License #904876 


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EZ Builders 

q We are a full service remodeling & construction company servicing our clients 

in giving exceptional results while making your remodeling experience an exciting 

one. We work with one thing in mind and that is "servicing the client". 

We take pride in our accomplishments with countless of completed projects from 

small project to new construction homes throughout Los Angeles, and West Valley 

area, and thrive to provide our customers with the best possible service, helping our 

client with remodeling ideas and solutions that will fit their vision along with the 

budget.EZ Builders specializes Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Room 

Additions,roofing, painting and much more. 

(323) 544-1465 

Good Night Mattress 

q Good Night Mattress, a ten-time South Bay's Best winner for best mattress store, 

has been specializing in high quality and value sleep products for 17 years. Good 

Night focuses on the customer's' needs and sleep issues, while providing top-notch 

service without commission-based and high pressure sales tactics. All of the sleep 

technologies are represented, including latex, organic, innerspring, and foam, and 

includes companies Simmons, Sealy, Aireloom, Berkeley Ergonomics and Tempurpedic. 

Good Night also specializes in alternative sleep products like sofa sleepers, 

and adjustable beds. Two locations to serve you best. 

2207 Artesia Blvd, Redondo Beach (310) 793-2600 

28733 S. Western Ave, Rancho Palos Verdes (310) 832-9600 

goodnightbeds.com 

• Serving the South 

Bay for over 35 years 

• Full Service Contractor 

• Complete Installation 

• New Construction 

• Remodeling 

• Second Floors 

• Additions 

• Cabinets 

4203 Spencer St., Torrance, CA 90503 

(310)214-5049 • www.pevelers.com 

Appointment Recommended 

Showroom Hours: Monday Thru Friday 10-5 

Closed Saturday and Sunday 


Visit Our 

Kitchen & 

Bath 

Showroom 

HANDYMAN 

SCHATAN 

• Reasonable & Reliable 

• All types of jobs 

welcome 

• No job too small 

MATT 

310 540-4444 

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Affordable remodeling ideas and solutions 

that will fit your vision along with your budget 

We work with one thing in mind and that is "servicing the client." 

We are a full service remodeling & construction company servicing our clients in giving exceptional results 

while making your remodeling experience an exciting one. We work with one thing in mind and that is 

"servicing the client". 

We take pride in our accomplishments with countless of completed projects from small project to new 

construction homes throughout Los Angeles, and West Valley area, and thrive to provide our customers 

with the best possible service, helping our client with remodeling ideas and solutions that will fit their vision 

along with the budget. 

EZ Builders specializes Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Room Additions,roofing, painting 

and much more. 

Lic# 888955 

www.supremepaintbenjaminmoore.com 


Owner & Family Operated since 1992 

EZ Builders 

323-544-1465 

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Pete Fer Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning 

available 24/7 

q Pete Fer Plumbing is a complete mechanical contracting company, providing 

plumbing, heating and air conditioning for new construction, remodel, service and 

repair to commercial and residential customers. They provide 24 hour service, seven 

days a week through an automated emergency dispatch paging system. Mention 

Peninsula People to one of their service technicians and receive $20 off your first 

service call. 

(310) 831-0737 PFPlumbing.net 

Peveler’s Custom Interiors promises 

best renovation value 

q Peveler's Custom Interiors has been serving the South Bay and for over 35 

years. A full service design-build construction company, their work includes additions, 

second floors, complete house renovations, new construction, kitchen and bath remodeling. 

They manufacture their own custom cabinetry. Peveler’s is not going to be 

the lowest price nor will it be the highest price in town. They will be the company 

that provides highest value. Please visit their showroom. 

4203 Spencer Street, Torrance (310) 214-5049 pevelers.com 

Shilpark Paint 

q Shilpark Paint has excellent custom color matching skills so that you’ll always 

get the right color! Or find the perfect color in one of our color displays to make 

your living space truly your own. We 

offer personalized, professional service. 

Our steadfast goal of unequaled customer 

satisfaction remains our highest 

priority. Still family owned and operated, 

our goal is your satisfaction! 

Shilpark is a proud dealer of Benjamin 

Moore Paint to deliver the finest products, 

with ease of use, longest durability, 

with the lowest V.O.C.’s, that meet the 

all the green standards! 

15617 Hawthorne Blvd., Lawndale 

(310) 676-6760 

23134 Normandie Ave., 

Torrance (310) 784-1920 

shilparkpaint.com 

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Simply Tiles Design 

Center brings dreams home 

q Visit Simply Tiles’ showroom for a gathering of fine ceramic, natural stone tiles 

and slabs. Simply Tiles also offers expert design, fabrication and installation. Let Simply 

Tiles help your dream home become a reality. Enjoy the ease and comfort of 

one stop shopping. Visit the new design showroom for all your remodeling and contracting 

needs. 

Specializing in kitchen and bathroom design and construction from start to finish. 

Featuring custom cabinets and plumbing fixtures for every budget. We will offer suggestions 

and recommendations on flooring to match. And before you finish, ask 

about custom backsplash designs from their exclusive collections. 

3968 Pac Coast Hwy, Torrance (310) 373-7781 simplytiles.com 


South Coast Botanic Garden 

q Covering 87 acres, the South Coast Botanic Garden offers a wide variety of 

blooming trees, shrubs, and flowers all year. Visit the Garden often and you won’t 

miss out! Right now the garden is in the middle of spring bloom time. Soon there will 

be a transition into early summer, and everywhere you look is color. Our flowering 

fruit trees look spectacular, but they won’t last long. We have plant sales, community 

celebrations, concerts, art exhibits, movie nights and the current Nature Connects 

exhibit - featuring 27 nature-themed sculptures crafted from LEGO building blocks. 

Open every day: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (last ticket sale at 4:30 p.m.). Follow us on Facebook, 

Twitter and Instagram. 

26300 Crenshaw Boulevard, Palos Verdes Peninsula (310) 544-1948 

www.supremepaintbenjaminmoore.com 

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Fine Ceramics, Natural Stone, Hardwoods, Cabinetry, Faucetry. 

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