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South Bay <strong>2016</strong>-<strong>2017</strong><br />
GUIDE<br />
INSIDE THE SOUTH BAY<br />
HERE 6<br />
PLACES TO GO<br />
GO 20<br />
CALENDAR OF EVENTS<br />
LISTEN<br />
OUTDOOR CONCERTS<br />
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EAT 30<br />
AMERICAN TO VEGETARIAN<br />
On the cover: Miles Gaffney, 12, of<br />
Manhattan Beach, warms up prior to a<br />
South Bay Boardriders Club surf contest.<br />
The photo was taken by his father Steve<br />
Gaffney, one of the South Bay’s many<br />
fine art photographers whose work is informed<br />
by the ocean. To view more of his<br />
photography, visit SteveGaffney.com.<br />
For more about the South Bay, visit:<br />
EasyReaderNews.com<br />
ElSegundoChamber.org<br />
HBChamber.net<br />
ManhattanBeachChamber.com<br />
RedondoChamber.org<br />
TorranceChamber.com<br />
South Bay <strong>Visitors</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> is published by<br />
Easy Reader, Inc. and distributed in hotels and<br />
restaurants throughout the South Bay.<br />
PO Box 427, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254<br />
2200 Pacific Coast Hwy., Suite 101<br />
(310) 372-4611<br />
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Places to GO Things to DOPlaces to GO Things to DO Places to GO Things to DO Places to GO<br />
EL SEGUNDO<br />
El Segundo Museum of Art<br />
208 Main St., El Segundo<br />
(424) 277-1020 or go to ESMoA.org.<br />
w “We don’t call what we do exhibitions because for us it’s more experiences,”<br />
El Segundo Museum of Art director Ronald Bernhard said. “Everybody<br />
who enters the space should feel like they’re coming to an art<br />
laboratory where something’s going on within – and not just hanging<br />
placidly on the walls.”<br />
Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday through Thursday<br />
by appointment. Free. (424) 277-1020. ESMoA.org.<br />
Old Town Music Hall<br />
140 Richmond St., El Segundo<br />
310-322-2592. OldTownMusicHall.org<br />
w Concerts on one of the world’s few remaining 2,000 pipe, Mighty Wurlitzer<br />
Organs played by Bill Field are followed by follow-the-bouncing-ball<br />
sing-a-longs then classic silent and talkie films accompanied by the Wurlitzer.<br />
Fri. 8:15 p.m., Sat. 2:30 & 8:15 p.m. Sun. 2:30 p.m. $10.<br />
Automobile Driving Museum<br />
610 Lairport St., El Segundo<br />
(310) 909-0950. automobiledrivingmuseum.org<br />
w The Automobile Driving Museum is the only automobile museum in<br />
the world that takes guests for rides in cars from its collection of 130 magnificent<br />
vehicles. Joseph Stalin’s 1936 Packard and a “Back to the Future”<br />
1982 DeLorean are among the most popular cars. Rides are Sundays only<br />
from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. for guest 10 years of age and older. Tues. - Sun.<br />
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed Mondays. Donations only.<br />
Largest selection of Antiques, Collectibles & Decor Items in the South Bay<br />
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El Segundo shopping and dining<br />
Main Street downtown; Rosecrans and Sepulveda boulevards<br />
ElSegundo.org<br />
w Though known as the Mayberry of the South Bay, El Segundo’s downtown<br />
has quietly become a dining, entertainment center. Kiss’s Gene Simmons<br />
has partnered with local impresario Michael Zislis for the<br />
rock-themed Rock N’ Brew. Petros Kafe offers artisan Greek cuisine and<br />
the El Segundo Brewery is leading the craft brew renaissance. Richmond<br />
Street Bar & Grill and the Purple Orchid keep the downtown’s old school<br />
tradition alive. The Little Gourmet at the south end of Main Street has just<br />
eight tables, but if you want pizzas, salads, sandwiches, and pastas, this is<br />
where you go to get them.<br />
More upscale restaurants can be found along Rosecrans Boulevard, including<br />
P.F. Chang's, McCormick and Schmick, Cozymel's and Fleming's.<br />
On the highway, El Segundo Plaza and its newly opened, pedestrian<br />
friendly The Point have added destination shopping to El Segundo’s attractions.<br />
Whole Foods’ 65,000 sq. ft. store offers shoppers everything<br />
from freshly made soups, roasted meats and pizza to exquistely crafted<br />
pastries, gelato and candies.<br />
Flight Path Learning Center-Museum<br />
6661 West Imperial Hwy. El Segundo<br />
310-215-5291. www.flightpath.us<br />
w Exhibits of airplanes, crew uniforms, and the history of flight. Free admission.<br />
Tues. – Sat., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free parking.<br />
HERMOSA BEACH<br />
The Hermosa/Manhattan Strand<br />
South Hermosa to North Manhattan waterfront<br />
w For nature lovers, this oceanfront walking and bicycling path offers<br />
views of surfers, fishermen, dolphins and migrating whales, plus a chance<br />
to see the elusive green flash at sunset. For architectural fans, The Strand<br />
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Discover<br />
Redondo Beach Marina<br />
You’ll find more than a day’s fun at Redondo Beach Marina. All kinds of ocean oriented activities from sportfishing, boat<br />
rides, diving and watersports to seasonal whale watching excursions. Nighttime you’ll find it’s the place for twilight fishing,<br />
spectacular sunsets, delicious dinners, exciting entertainment and dancing on the water’s edge.<br />
When it comes to dining, recreation, or perhaps just a walk in the cool ocean breeze, the fun place to be is the Redondo<br />
Beach Marina, at 181 N. Harbor Drive, 374-3481. Lots of parking and bike racks. Summer art shows.<br />
Manhattan Pier<br />
Hermosa Pier<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
Marina<br />
‘<br />
Redondo Pier<br />
X<br />
Hermosa Ave Harbor Dr.<br />
Herondo<br />
Gold’s<br />
Gym<br />
P.C.H.<br />
190th<br />
The Fishermen’s Favorite -<br />
Comfort Food<br />
at Comfortable Prices<br />
POLLY’S ON THE PIER<br />
310-318-3736<br />
Learn to Sail Sailboat Charters<br />
Underwater Viewing of Sealife<br />
in a Yellow Submarine<br />
A Day of Fishing adds<br />
A Day to your life!<br />
SOUTH BAY SAILING<br />
310-937-3180<br />
www.southbaysailing.com<br />
Experience the Largest Selection of<br />
Seafood on the West Coast!<br />
Live Crab & Lobster Oyster Bar<br />
Live Clams & Mussels Clam Chowder<br />
Fresh Ceviche & Poke Fish ‘n Chips<br />
Whole & Filleted Fish Patio Seating<br />
Everything Cooked To Order<br />
SUP, PEDAL BOAT & KAYAK RENTALS<br />
310-909-3179<br />
Open 7 Days<br />
www.qualityseafood.net<br />
/qualityseafoodinc<br />
@qualityseafood<br />
130 S. INTERNATIONAL<br />
BOARDWALK<br />
REDONDO BEACH, CA<br />
310-372-6408<br />
North end of the Pier parking structure • LOWER LEVEL • Across from the Arcade<br />
For Fun in the Sun All Summer Long — It’s All Happening at Redondo Beach Marina.<br />
www.rbmarina.com<br />
1/2 DAY/ALL DAY CATALINA<br />
REDONDO BEACH SPORT FISHING<br />
310-372-2111<br />
Nature Cruises • Whale Watching<br />
Private Charters • Ceremonies at Sea<br />
VOYAGER IV EXCURSIONS<br />
310-944-1219<br />
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Hermosa Beach is<br />
ground zero for the<br />
rapidly growing sport of<br />
Beach Tennis. Courts are<br />
located just north of the<br />
Hermosa Beach Pier.<br />
Photo by Kevin Cody<br />
offers the opportunity to view the work of renowned architects from modern pioneers<br />
such as Richard Neutra and Ray Kappe to contemporary proteges, including Dean<br />
Nota, Patrick Killen, Grant Fitzpatrick, Louie Tomaro, Larry Peha and Michael Lee.<br />
Surfing<br />
Any block from South Redondo to North Manhattan<br />
w Locals claim if you can surf South Bay waves you can surf anywhere. It’s not because<br />
the surf is so big, though 20-foot faces are common in the winter. It’s because the surf<br />
is so unpredictable. On the positive side, the waves are rarely crowded because one<br />
block is as good as the next. If the waves in front of the parking lot at 45th in Manhattan<br />
are crowded, simply move a block north or south. In summer, Manhattan gets the best<br />
of the south swells. Hermosa and Redondo pick up the smaller west swells. All three<br />
cities pick up north winter swells. Early is better because the westerly wind usually<br />
kicks in by 10 a.m. Medium tides are generally best. Summer water temps are in the<br />
mid 60s to low 70s. Unless the sun is shining, a spring suit or 3/2 suit is recommended.<br />
Surfboard rentals are available at Jeffers on 14th St, Hermosa, next to The Strand<br />
and Noble Park. Tarsan Stand Up Paddling (831 N. Harbor Dr., Redondo) rents SUPs<br />
and offers lessons, as does Nikau Kai (1140Highland, Ave., Manhattan Beach) and<br />
Olympus Boards (4807 Torrance Blvd., Torrance). Most local surf shops, including Spyder<br />
Surf and Pier Surf on Pier Plaza, Becker on upper Pier, Jack’s on PCH and ET on<br />
Aviation rent stand-ups and surfboards. Dive N’ Surf in Redondo Beach also rents SUPs,<br />
which may be paddled in King Harbor with a personal flotation device. If you’ve never<br />
surfed or stand-up paddled, take a lesson. It’s not as easy as it looks.<br />
Beach volleyball<br />
w Volleyball courts spread out on either side of the pier and are open to anyone with<br />
their own ball. Most summer weekends, pro and amateur tournaments are held on<br />
the courts immediately north of the pier. The California Association of Beach Volleyball<br />
holds tournaments almost every weekend. The AAU Junior Olympics tournament will<br />
attract the best young players in the country (July 6-9).The West Coast Jr. Olympic<br />
Games are July 20-23 Both are in Hermosa.<br />
This year’s Smackfest, the largest coed fours tournament in the world is on the<br />
beach, south of the Hermosa pier on Saturday, July 23. Professionals will compete in<br />
Dave Williams Memorial 4 player tourney for $5,000 in prize money. The day includes<br />
a fashion show and live concert.<br />
August 11 to 13, the world’s best professional beach volleyball players will be north<br />
of the pier for the National Volleyball League $75,000 Hermosa Beach Open.<br />
Open ocean swims<br />
w Triathletes, masters and lap swimmers are invited to participate in free ocean workouts<br />
each Tuesday at 6 a.m. through the summer on the north side of the Hermosa<br />
Beach pier. The swims are organized by the SCAQ Swim Club and California Triathlon<br />
Club. Please RSVP at (310) 390-5700 or SWIM.net/SCAQ.<br />
Beach tennis<br />
w The first permanent beach tennis courts on the West Coast were established in Hermosa<br />
Beach, at 14th Street just five years. The sport is played with rackets and balls<br />
similar to paddle tennis equipment. Local players are always welcoming of new player.<br />
For more about the sport visit BeachTennisUSA.<br />
Comedy & Magic Club (and Museum)<br />
1018 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach. (310) 372-1193.<br />
ComedyAndMagicClub.com<br />
w Mike Lacey’s Comedy and Magic Club<br />
is known worldwide for presenting Jay<br />
Leno most Sunday nights and being a favorite<br />
club for Jerry Seinfeld, Rosanne<br />
Barr, Alonzo Bodden, Bob Saget, Elaine<br />
Boosler and other comedy greats to develop<br />
new routines in front of a live audience.<br />
Between sets, study the<br />
Smithsonian-quality exhibits of Charlie<br />
Chaplin’s outfit, Jerry Seinfeld’s puffy<br />
shirt, Oliver Hardy’s giant pajamas, Bob<br />
Hope’s “Fancy Pants” outfit, Mike<br />
Myer’s Austin Power Man of Mystery<br />
suit, Robin Williams’ bumper car from<br />
“Toys” and Eddie Murphy’s Nutty Professor<br />
shirt and suspenders.<br />
Downtown Hermosa<br />
dining/nightlife<br />
Pier plaza/Hermosa Ave., Hermosa<br />
Beach<br />
w Dozens of fine, chef-owned restaurants<br />
and hopping nightclubs make<br />
downtown Hermosa one of Southern<br />
California’s hottest entertainment destinations.<br />
Chef Melba’s, Hot’s Kitchen,<br />
Zane’s, La Playita, Steak & Whisky,<br />
Mediterraneo, Dia Del Campo and<br />
Palmilla Cocina y Tequila are among the<br />
many restaurants with offerings ranging<br />
from traditional Mexican and Italian to<br />
cutting edge cuisine. For high end rollers<br />
Steak and Whisky will keep your personal<br />
bottle of Glenlivet XXV Single<br />
Malt Scotch Whisky safe in their<br />
whiskey locker while you go to the<br />
beach. Live music ranges from rock of<br />
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every permutation at clubs such as Hennessey’s, Saint Rocke, Patrick Molloy’s, Standing<br />
Room and the Lighthouse to pop, jazz and classical music at clubs like The Lounge.<br />
Those who miss The Tonight Show with Jay Leno can see him live almost every Sunday<br />
night at the Comedy and Magic Club. Parking is a challenge and there is zero tolerance<br />
for DUI’s. Take a cab, or better yet, bicycle.<br />
Downtown Hermosa Shopping<br />
Hermosa and Pier avenues, between The Strand and Ardmore<br />
PCH, First to 12th Street<br />
w Hermosa may be the most pedestrian and bike friendly city in Southern California.<br />
Because the city is only 1.3 square miles and parking is a challenge, residents prefer to<br />
park their cars on Friday and not move them until work on Monday. They don’t need<br />
to. Shops range from the second generation Seymour’s Jewelers to Gum Tree gift shop<br />
and café at 238 Pier Ave. Hermosa has the largest concentration of surf shops, possibly<br />
in the world, including Spyder, ET, Pier Surf, Jack’s and Becker. Hermosa’s surf shops<br />
are ground zero for men’s and women’s California fashion trends. Those long, baggy<br />
board shorts started here and now they’re over, replaced by shorter shorts made of fast<br />
drying, technical material. All the shops sell and rent locally built surfboards, which<br />
are works of art. For the ultimate California fashion statement, get a tattoo. Hermosa<br />
has four highly regarded tattoo parlors: Hermosa Ink at 8th and Hermosa Ave., Yer<br />
Cheat’n Heart on Pier Plaza, Third Street Tattoo at Third and Pacific Coast Hwy., and<br />
Lovesick Tattoo at 1010 Aviation Blvd. Now you’re ready to walk home. If it’s December,<br />
don’t miss the tree lighting on Pier Plaza. Santa arrives aboard the Hermosa Fire<br />
Department’s hook and ladder and listens to kids wishes.<br />
HBChamber.net.<br />
Hermosa Beach Historical Museum<br />
Community Center, 710 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-9421. HermosaBeachHistoricalSociety.org<br />
w Surfboards by legendary board builders Greg Noll, Dewey Weber, Hap Jacobs, Dale<br />
Velzy and Bing Copland, photos from Hermosa’s storied musical past, including the<br />
Lighthouse Jazz Café and punk pioneers Black Flag make this a must stop for anyone<br />
interested in Southern California’s surfing and music culture. The museum is also<br />
home to the California Beach Volleyball Hall of Fame. Olympic medalists Kerri Walsh,<br />
Eric Fonoimoana, Mike Dodd and Holly McPeak have all contributed to the museum.<br />
Free. 2 to 4 p.m. Sat., Sun.<br />
Hermosa Beach Playhouse<br />
Community Center, 710 Pier Avenue. HermosaBch.org<br />
310-318-0265<br />
w Prior to its renovation, this was the Pier Avenue Junior High Auditorium, where<br />
countless surf films played to stoked teens. Today the 500-seat theater is home to a<br />
wide range of touring and locally produced theatrical and musical productions.<br />
Second Story Theatre<br />
Community Center, 710 Pier Avenue.<br />
HermosaBch.org<br />
310-318-0265<br />
w Hermosa Beach has a long history of great<br />
small theaters, dating back to the experimental<br />
Burbage Theater in the early 1970s, the Neal Reck<br />
Theater, James Blackman’s Hermosa Beach Playhouse<br />
and Angelo Masino’s Theater. Today the<br />
80-seat Second Story Theatre is home to the Surf<br />
City Theater Company,which presents Neil<br />
Simon’s “Plaza Suite” in July and Samuel French’s<br />
“Christmas Spirit” in November and December.<br />
The theater is also home to the April Fools Improv<br />
Troupe, which holds monthly performances and<br />
offers classes year round.<br />
Hermosa Murals Project<br />
w In June, the Hermosa Murals Project celebrated<br />
the unveiling of its sixth mural, “Hermosa Beach<br />
Volleyball,” by photographer Bo Bridges. The<br />
mural is at 13th Street and Beach Drive.<br />
Five other murals are all within walking distance.<br />
14th Court at Hermosa Ave.<br />
By Art Mortimer, a Santa Monica-based muralist.<br />
Photographer Bo Bridges’ tribute to beach volleyball is the newest of the<br />
Hermosa Murals Project’s six murals, all within walking distance in downtown<br />
Hermosa Beach. Photo by Kevin Cody<br />
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The first mural in the city series depicts an historic postcard with a view of what is<br />
now Pier Avenue looking to the west.<br />
Manhattan Ave. at Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach artist Chris Coakley’s whimsical depiction (that’s his daughter throwing<br />
the bucket of paint) shows a very early Hermosa Beach when sand dunes outnumbered<br />
residents.<br />
11th Court at Hermosa Ave.<br />
Artist John Pugh created a trompe l'oeil of a trumpet player blowing a horn with a 10-<br />
foot diameter bell that appears to hover over the street. The mural at 1007 Hermosa<br />
Avenue depicts jazz greats Chet Baker and Gerry Mulligan who played at the Lighthouse<br />
with bassist Howard Rumsey and the Lighthouse All-Stars.<br />
500 Pier Avenue<br />
Artist Steve Shriver records the evolution of the swim suit, from the city’s founding in<br />
1909 through today. Be sure to study the frame, which is as provocative as the figures.<br />
14th Street at Hermosa Ave.<br />
John Van Hamersveld’s “Hermosa’s Great Wave,” a 75-foot long, 19-foot tall psychedelic<br />
representation of the three great eras of hermosa Surfing. Van Hamersveld grew up<br />
surfing in the South Bay and earned early acclaim for his “Endless Summer” movie<br />
poster and numerous classic rock album covers.<br />
The Roundhouse Aquarium, on the end of the Manhattan Beach pier, features<br />
marine life from the Santa Monica Bay. The pier also is home to a café<br />
and plaques celebrating Manhattan Beach (Volleyball) Open winners.<br />
MANHATTAN BEACH<br />
Beach volleyball<br />
Manhattan Pier Beach Volleyball Walk of Fame<br />
w The history of beach volleyball was written in the sands of the Beach Cities. The<br />
<strong>2016</strong> Charlie Saikley Sixman Volleyball Tournament (Aug. 4 & 5) at the Manhattan<br />
Beach Pier is one of the sport’s most colorful (teams play in costumes) and competitive<br />
amateur tournament. The professional AVP/IMG Manhattan Beach Open (Thurs. –<br />
Sun., July 14-17) is known as the Wimbledon of beach volleyball. Winners are honored<br />
with a bronze plaque on the Manhattan Pier Volleyball Walk of Fame, the sport’s second<br />
highest honor. This year’s finals, on Sunday, will be broadcast live on NBC beginning<br />
at noon.<br />
The sport’s highest honor, an Olympic medal, has been brought home by local volleyball<br />
players from every Olympics Game since beach volleyball was introduced at<br />
Atlanta in 1996. (Manhattan Beach resident Mike Dodd won a silver medal at the 1996<br />
Olympic. Hermosa Beach resident Eric Fonoimoana won gold at the 2000 Olympics<br />
in Sydney. Manhattan Beach resident Holly McPeak won bronze at the 2004 Olympics<br />
in Athens and Manhattan Beach resident Kerri Walsh-Jennings won gold at the 2004,<br />
2008 and the 2012 Olympics.)<br />
In the spring and summer Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach are to beach volleyball<br />
what Arizona is to baseball. China, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Great<br />
Britain and other nations send their teams here to train.<br />
For recreational players, courts are available every day somewhere on the beaches<br />
in Hermosa, Manhattan and Redondo. Jumping and diving in the soft sand make this<br />
one of the most physically enjoyable sports on the planet. It’s also one of the few sports<br />
that can be enjoyed at every level of ability. In the many, colorful summer tournaments,<br />
teams are commonly assigned A, B, C, and D players. The nets are always up and balls<br />
may be rented from Jeffers Beach Rentals (39-14th St., Hermosa Beach). The beach<br />
city recreation departments offer lessons through the summer, as do many local pro<br />
players.<br />
Downtown Manhattan Beach dining<br />
Area of Manhattan Ave., Highland Ave.<br />
& Manhattan Beach Boulevard<br />
w In the 1970s, Manhattan Beach blocked McDonalds, and by extension other chains<br />
from opening in its downtown. As a result, downtown Manhattan developed a tradition<br />
of innovative restaurants. Nonetheless, it remained a backwater on the greater LA<br />
culinary map, until recently. Now, it’s home to more celebrity chefs than the Cooking<br />
Channel. Among them MB Post’s Chef David LeFevre and Little Sister’s fast rising<br />
Chef Tin Vuong. Time will tell if celebrity chefs will have the staying power of the<br />
downtown’s many widely admired longtime chefs such as Darren’s chef Darren Weiss<br />
and old favorites such as Uncle Bill’s Pancakes, Sloopy’s and the Kettle.<br />
Downtown Manhattan shopping<br />
w Skechers, whose corporate headquarters are in Manhattan Beach, has its flagship<br />
store in downtown Manhattan, with over 250 models of shoes to ponder. Other national<br />
fashion leaders in the downtown include the Trina Turk showroom, Michael Stars,<br />
True Religion, Lucky Brand and Manhattan Beach-founded Diane’s Beachwear. But<br />
what makes the downtown unique are the many longtime, independent stores. Generations<br />
have grown up wearing beach fashions from Rose Jacobson’s Cotton Cargo,<br />
which opened in 1975. Photographer John Post also began in the mid 1970s, documenting<br />
the beach cities with his panoramic camera. More recently extreme sport photog<br />
Bo Bridges opened a downtown gallery with photos that include Garrett McNamara<br />
surfing waves in Valdez, Alaska, generated by a calving glacier. At Pages bookstore,<br />
everybody knows your favorite author. Metlox Plaza, a European style dining and shopping<br />
plaza is anchored by the boutique hotel Shade, the #6 reason to visit Los Angeles,<br />
according to Conde Nast Traveler. Trilogy Spa in the Metlox Plaza is popular among<br />
residents for its rejuvenating treatments. On Tuesdays the downtown hosts a farmers<br />
market. If it’s December, don’t miss the community caroling followed by the city tree<br />
lighting and a holiday fireworks show off the pier.<br />
Manhattan Village Shopping Center<br />
3500 Sepulveda Blvd.<br />
w Legendary shopping center builder Alexander Hagen designed Manhattan Village<br />
in the 1970s as a cross between a traditional downtown and the then new enclosed<br />
shopping malls. Instead of a mega mall, the anchor Macys at either end of the enclosed<br />
shops, are separated by just a five minute walk down the skylight lit center aisle. The<br />
large parking lot is broken up by freestanding stores, including Apple, Ann Taylor and<br />
Tommy Bahama and restaurants, including See’s Candy, Tin Roof Bistro and Brickworks<br />
Roast House and Grill. Many of the stores, such as SuperSports and Sesame<br />
Moe’s restaurant, just like in a traditional downtown, are independently owned by<br />
local residents.<br />
Manhattan Beach Historical Society<br />
1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd. (310) 374-7575.<br />
ManhattanBeachHistorical.org<br />
w The best thing about the Manhattan Beach Historical Society Museum is its home,<br />
a beach cottage, featuring board and batten walls (no studs or plaster) with a cladding<br />
of red shingles. The roof has lower eaves on the south side to minimize sand from<br />
piling up on the windward side. It was built in 1905 for $600 on a lot that cost $140.<br />
The museum features an extensive collection of Metlox Pottery (makers of the Poppytrail<br />
line), which was produced at the Metlox factory in downtown Manhattan Beach<br />
until the 1970s. Open Saturdays and Sundays, noon to 3 p.m.<br />
Roundhouse Lab and Aquarium<br />
Manhattan Beach Pier.<br />
(310) 379-8117. RoundHouseAquarium.com<br />
w The Round House Aquarium at the end of the Manhattan Beach pier is like a glass<br />
bottom boat ride across the Santa Monica Bay. Sharks, white sea bass, eels, halibut and<br />
other locals swim in the floor to ceiling aquarium while a touch tank allows kids to<br />
feel sea stars, sea anemones, crabs and more. Open to the public free of charge Monday-Friday<br />
3 p.m. - sunset, Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m. to sunset. (For holiday hours or<br />
changes due to weather or classes, please check the website or Facebook) Suggested<br />
donation: $2 per person or $5 per family.<br />
AdventurePlex<br />
1701 Marine Avenue. (310) 546-7708.<br />
w This 16,000 square-foot facility operated by the Beach Cities Health District is designed<br />
to make kids want to leave their virtual world for the real world of rock climbing,<br />
rope courses, running, jumping, swinging, sliding and zipping through a play structure<br />
that would amaze XGame athletes. Toddler Town features a farm and a grocery store.<br />
There’s also the more conventional basketball, volleyball, floor hockey and workout<br />
facilities. Rates are $3 (under 3) and $10 (3 and up). The Courtside Café offers fruit<br />
smoothies, fresh-baked muffins and cookies without the unhealthy, processed ingredi-<br />
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Polliwog Park<br />
1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard,<br />
w This 18 acres of grass and wildlife refuge includes a pond that is a resting point for<br />
migratory birds. The Sunday evening concerts in summer are one of Manhattan’s most<br />
popular community events. For the kids, there’s a lighthouse-inspired play area, and<br />
an area for kids with disabilities. A 1905 beach cottage houses the city’s historical museum.<br />
The botanical garden showcases native plants and there is a 9-hole disk golf<br />
course. Plus the park has one of the area’s few dog runs.<br />
Manhattan Beach Creative Arts Center<br />
1560 Manhattan Beach Boulevard,<br />
between Redondo and Peck avenues<br />
w This city-owned art center across the street from Polliwog Park features exhibits by<br />
exceptional regional artists. Shows range from surf art to cutting edge, with frequent<br />
assistance from prominent guest curators such as Homeira Goldstein and Easy Reader<br />
arts editor Bondo Wyszpolski. Tuesday and Thursday – 2 p.m. 6 p.m. Wed. 4 p.m. to<br />
8 p.m. Sat.1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sun., Mon., Fri. Free.<br />
REDONDO BEACH<br />
Whale Watching<br />
Redondo Beach Marina, King Harbor<br />
w The California gray whales’ annual migration brings them close to the South Bay<br />
shoreline. Voyager, leaving from King Harbor, offers daily whale watching cruises December<br />
through April. Voyager also offers nature and sunset cruises. Dolphins surfing<br />
Voyager’s bow wake are as inspiring a show as the whales. Recent years have also<br />
brought Blue whales, the world’s largest mammal, and spyhopping Humpback whales<br />
to the South Bay. Pelicans, cormorants, night herons and of course sea gulls offer plenty<br />
of entertainment on the way out to the whales. Voyager departs 7 days a week. (310)<br />
944-1219. VoyagerExcursions.com.<br />
Sport fishing<br />
Redondo Beach Marina<br />
w White sea bass, sand bass, calico bass, and halibut are plentiful in the Santa Monica<br />
Bay. All it takes is a good skipper to show you where they are. Redondo Sport Fishing’s<br />
skippers have been masters of the bay for generations and don’t mind sharing their<br />
knowledge. Half-day and all-day boats leave daily from the Redondo Sport Fishing pier<br />
(RedondoSport Fishing.com), next to Polly’s coffee shop. For gear and local advice, visit<br />
Just Fishing by Pete (2427 190th St. Redondo Beach, (310) 376-7035).<br />
King Harbor boating, biking<br />
www.visitredondo.com<br />
w If you’re a boater, you can be out of King Harbor and in the open ocean within five<br />
minutes of leaving the slip. The prevailing westerly winds are a consistent 6 to 15 knots,<br />
year round, which makes for fun, but not too challenging sailing. Marina Sailing (310)<br />
318-2772, and South Bay Sailing (310) 937-3180 offer lessons and charters. Tarsan Standup<br />
Paddleboards offers both board rentals and lessons. If you prefer to enjoy the boats<br />
from shore, dozens of restaurants on the pier and in the four marinas offer views of<br />
the harbor. Another way to enjoy the view is to rent a bike or skates at Marina Bike<br />
Rentals, across the street from the Redondo Beach Hotel (MarinaBikeRentals.com).<br />
Sport fishing and whale watching boats leave daily (310-374-3481). The harbor also offers<br />
a glass bottom, semi submarine ride, (310) 909-3170. Romantics can book a tour<br />
of the harbor on a gondola, (310) 376-6977. Kayaks, pedal boats and jet ski rentals are<br />
also available.<br />
Skin diving/Scuba diving<br />
w The edge of the Redondo Canyon, just south of the Redondo pier and just a 200<br />
yards off the beach ranges in depth from 15 to 40 feet, with the canyon wall dropping<br />
down 1,200 feet. The area is famous for day and night dives and a wide range of marine<br />
life.<br />
Cable car reef north of the Hermosa Pier, and a few hundred yards offshore is in<br />
60 feet of water and gets its name from the streetcar dumped there in 1960, along with<br />
14 car bodies, and 330 tons of quarry rock.<br />
Also within a mile of the Redondo coastline are a number of wrecks popular with<br />
divers.<br />
The Sacramento, the “world’s largest fishing barge” accommodated up to 500 fishermen<br />
and women until she sunk during a storm in 1968. Today, the wreck of the<br />
Sacramento remains relatively intact. Divers can explore her ornate wood carvings,<br />
beautiful stained glass, brass relics, and the hyperbaric chamber.<br />
Chewing gum magnate William Wrigley’s Avalon ferried 3,000 visitors a day from<br />
Los Angeles Harbor to Catalina Island aboard the luxurious Avalon during the 1920s.<br />
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John Chuka is a founder and the Principal<br />
Broker of NW Real Estate Brokers. John’s<br />
background in marketing analysis and as a<br />
lending officer with Security Pacific Bank, as well<br />
as his MBA degree, help in understanding all of<br />
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John and the other 76 agents at NW Real Estate<br />
Brokers are, for the most part, long-term residents<br />
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With offices in Manhattan and Hermosa Beach, we use<br />
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Each agent is supported with a complete advertising program that<br />
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John can be reached at (310) 990-1110<br />
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The Avalon sunk in a storm in 1964, long after its storied career had come to an end.<br />
The 441-foot USS Palawan Liberty Ship was sunk in 1977 in 110 feet of water to<br />
serve as an artificial fishing reef. The reef is known locally as the spot where Dive N’<br />
Surf owner and wetsuit inventor Bob Meistrell celebrated his 82nd birthday in 2010<br />
by diving to 100 feet, joined by three generations of his diving family.<br />
Thanks to a 1996 kelp restoration project by the environmental group Santa Monica<br />
Bay Keeper, some of the most beautiful diving in the world can be found within swimming<br />
distance of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Swimming through the twinkling, golden<br />
light filtering through the giant fronds has been compared to a walk through the redwood<br />
forest.<br />
Dive gear rentals, air, charter, lessons and expert advice are available at Dive N’<br />
Surf, 504 N. Broadway, Redondo Beach, (310) 372-8423.<br />
Redondo Beach Historical Museum<br />
302 Flagler Lane. (310) 318-0684.<br />
w Redondo’s Historical Museum home is a lovingly restored 1904 Queen Anne house,<br />
next door to a 1906 Queen Anne house, and surrounded by a rose garden. The city’s<br />
colorful history, including its former commercial harbor and new recreational harbor,<br />
California surfing pioneer George Freeth and 1940s brothel owner Madam Fifi are documented<br />
in photos, newspapers and other memorabilia. Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m<br />
and on weekends from noon to 4 p.m. Privately scheduled group tours are available<br />
by request.<br />
Redondo Pier and International Boardwalk<br />
Torrance Blvd., west of Catalina Ave. Redondopier.com<br />
w The next best thing to being on the ocean is looking out on it. And there’s no better<br />
place than the Redondo Beach pier. Summer concerts on the Pier are presented Thursdays<br />
and Saturday evenings, through Labor Day. As the sun sets, slip into Tony’s Fish<br />
Restaurant for a mai tai or a fire chief and a view of the sail and fishing boats pass in<br />
and out of the harbor. Fish is also the speciality at Kincaid’s and the R10 Social House.<br />
More fish is available just north of the pier at Blue Water Grill and Captain Kidd’s,<br />
where you can pick out a filet of locally caught halibut and have them prepare it for<br />
dining in or taking out.<br />
Quality Seafood on the International Boardwalk also sells and prepares fresh fish.<br />
The Boardwalk, where the commercial fishing boats tie up is new craft’s beer hotspot.<br />
Naja’s has been offering over 100 draft beers for decades, but this past summer has<br />
seen the opening of the King Harbor Brewery tasting room and intimate, gourmet<br />
restaurants Pia (Japaneste/Italian), A Basque Kitchen and The Slip Bar and Eatery (craft<br />
beer, wine, comfort food).<br />
Redondo Fun Factory<br />
International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach pier<br />
w This is a window into the past, where a few quarters will have kids and adults alike<br />
screaming with excitement. Over 300 games, ranging from traditional pinball to the<br />
latest, total immersion race car and action sports games. Remember the Tilt-A-Whirl<br />
and Skee Ball? They’re still here. Don’t leave without winning a life-size teddy bear.<br />
Riviera Village dining<br />
Catalina Ave. area between Avenue I and Palos Verdes Blvd.<br />
w A good argument can be made that California fusion, that hard to define mix of<br />
Asian and European cuisines with the California influence on fresh seasonal produce<br />
and artisan cheeses, accompanied by boutique wines, began in Riviera Village in 1982<br />
in what was once a hotel coffee shop. A few years ago, Michael Franks and chef Robert<br />
Bell moved their Chez Melange restaurant to a more upscale location, but it remains a<br />
foodie’s pilgrimage stop. Chez Melange set a high bar and its neighbors responded enthusiastically.<br />
Hermosa’s Bottle Inn celebrated its 40th anniversary last year by opening<br />
a Riviera Village location. Paul Hennessey, who made his fortune serving pub food<br />
and beer at his Hennessey’s taverns up and down the coast, accepted the challenge.<br />
He installed a top chef in a failed upscale restaurant with a big patio, renamed it H.T.<br />
Grill and reclaimed his former tavern customers, who had moved into their more responsible<br />
and discerning years. Danny and Mary Louise Williams also found emphasizing<br />
fresh produce with a traditional cuisine elevated their Riviera Mexican Grill to<br />
a level not commonly associated with Mexican food. It didn’t hurt that they regularly<br />
win Best Margarita in the Easy Reader newspaper Best Of the Beach balloting. Most<br />
Riviera Village restaurants offer outdoor dining, which elevates the enjoyment of any<br />
meal.<br />
Redondo Riviera Village shopping<br />
RivieraVillage.org<br />
w Riviera Village is what shopping was like before malls. but with a contemporary<br />
edge. Sidewalk dining, men’s and women’s specialty shops, unique gift boutiques, a<br />
farmers market Friday afternoons and a scattering of medical and professional offices<br />
combine for a small town feeling with a sophisticated style. The 300 stores and restaurants<br />
are almost all independently owned, which accounts for both their unique offerings<br />
and personal service. The streets close the last weekend in June for the Riviera<br />
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Village Summer Art Festival and again on the Fourth of July for the Village Runner<br />
Firecracker 5K. If it’s December, don’t miss the Holiday Stroll with carolers and a<br />
chance for kids to visit Santa.<br />
South Bay Galleria<br />
1815 Hawthorne Blvd. SouthBayGalleria.com<br />
w The three story atrium is topped by a glass ceiling that showers light like diamonds<br />
over the 140 fine retailers, ranging from Macy’s to Abercrombie & Fitch and Zumiez.<br />
A dozen restaurants, including California Pizza Kitchen and the Nestle Toll House Café<br />
complement the food court. The latest movie releases show at the AMC 16. Don’t leave<br />
without a Dairy Queen banana split and an Orange Julius.<br />
Redondo Performing Arts Center<br />
1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd. (310) 318-0610.<br />
w This newly remodeled, 1,400 seat theater is home to the Los Angeles Ballet and the<br />
Distinguished Speaker Series. It has plenty of free parking.<br />
SeaLab<br />
1021 N Harbor Dr. (310) 318-7438<br />
w Enjoy marine conservation and education programs at this hands-on science center.<br />
Touch tanks and aquariums are accompanied by explanatory descriptions of the marine<br />
life. SeaLab is also home to white sea bass and halibut breeding programs and an experimental<br />
desalination plant. Suggested donation: $2.<br />
Port of Los Angeles<br />
PortOfLosAngeles.org<br />
w One of the world’s largest working ports is also a world class visitors’ destination.<br />
The USS Iowa, the “World’s Greatest Naval Ship,” went on display during the summer<br />
of 2012 for the first time.(PacificBattleship.com) and remains a popular attraction.<br />
Ride the waterfront Red Car or run, walk or play bocce ball at the 16-acre 22nd<br />
Street Park or jump in the water at the 30-acre Wilmington Waterfront Park. Ports of<br />
Call Village offers fine restaurants and ships and free concerts though the summer.<br />
Crafted L.A. is a year-round craft marketplace featuring the handmade works of<br />
SoCal’s best artisans and craftspeople. Open Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.,<br />
with free admission and free parking. 112 E. 22nd St. San Pedro. 310-732-1270.<br />
Redondo’s SEALab lets you explore the Santa Monica Bay thorugh touch<br />
tanks and displays.<br />
The Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival and Music Weekend at Ports O’ Call takes<br />
place July 22-24. Kids under 12 are admitted free and music starts early and ends late.<br />
LobsterFest.com.<br />
International Printing Museum<br />
315 W. Torrance Blvd., Carson<br />
310-515-7166. PrintMuseum.org<br />
w It’s one thing to read about Benjamin Franklin in a history book. It’s another to see<br />
him in a “most unusual” exchange, which is why Phil Soinski’s one man Benjamin<br />
Franklin performances makes the museum a favorite place to visit. Ben and his “Confounding<br />
Brothers” Thomas Jefferson and John Adams perform regularly at the museum.<br />
<strong>Visitors</strong> can also design and print their own postcards on rare printing machines<br />
that have appeared in Hollywood movies, including “The Master” and “Inception.”<br />
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Welcome to the South Coast Botanic Garden -<br />
an enduring community treasure for the South Bay area and beyond.<br />
The South Coast Botanic Garden is an<br />
urban refuge, encompassing 87-acres<br />
and offers a wide variety of blooming<br />
trees, shrubs, and flowers all year.<br />
Visit SCBGF.org<br />
for details and more events.<br />
We provide a place of beauty, serenity,<br />
and learning for thousands of visitors<br />
each year. There are also many fun things<br />
to do throughout the seasons: plant<br />
sales, community celebrations, concerts,<br />
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Shakespeare by the Sea offers free performances in local parks during<br />
the summer. For a complete schedule visit Shakespearebythe-<br />
Sea.org.<br />
Redondo fireworks festival<br />
Monday, July 4<br />
Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach<br />
Gates open at 2 p.m. for this traditional, family oriented, alcohol free<br />
day of patriotic fireworks, games and music. Bring your own food,<br />
towels and beach chairs and claim a space to watch the best fireworks<br />
show in the South Bay, a true pyromusical launched from a barge in<br />
the harbor, just a few hundred yards away. The fireworks display begins<br />
at 9 p.m. Adults $20, kids $12.<br />
(310) 746-7650. RedondoFireworks.com<br />
Village Runner 5K Run/Walk<br />
Monday , July 4<br />
Riviera Village, Redondo Beach<br />
This popular, 20+year-old race begins at 8 a.m. in front of the Village<br />
Runner store, followed by the Firecracker Dash for kids at 9 a.m. All<br />
participants will receive a 4th of July Run T-shirt. There will be age<br />
division awards and cash prizes to the top three overall male and female<br />
runners in the 5k run. All kids dash finishers receive medals too.<br />
(310) 546-1888. VillageRunnerRacing.com<br />
AVP Manhattan Beach Volleyball Open<br />
Thursday – Sunday, July 14-17<br />
Manhattan Beach Pier<br />
The professional AVP/IMG Manhattan Beach Open is known as the<br />
Wimbledon of beach volleyball. Winners are honored with a bronze<br />
plaque on the Manhattan Pier Volleyball Walk of Fame, the sport’s<br />
second highest honor next to Olympic gold. The finals, on Sunday,<br />
will be broadcast live on NBC beginning at noon.<br />
AVP.com and TheManhattanBeachOpen.com<br />
St. Katherine’s Greek Festival<br />
Friday -- Sunday July 8, 9, 10<br />
722 Knob Hill, Redondo Beach<br />
The South Bay Greek Festival celebrates over 50 years of Greek food,<br />
dancing and music with performances by The Olympians and the<br />
Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church Youth Choir. A one-day pass<br />
for the festival is $2, available at the door.<br />
SBGreekFestival.com or 310-540-2434.<br />
Shakespeare by the Sea<br />
“Othello”<br />
Hermosa Valley Park, Wed. July 13 • Manhattan Polliwog Park,<br />
Fri., Aug. 12<br />
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Lifeguard competition, including surf-ski, is a highlight of the International<br />
Surf Festival held Aug. 4-7, <strong>2016</strong>. For a complete schedule visit<br />
surffestival.org.<br />
“Cymbeline”<br />
Hermosa Valley Park Thur., July 14 • Manhattan Polliwog Park, Sat., Aug 13<br />
Shakespeare by the Sea returns this summer for its 19th season with "Othello,"<br />
the emotionally gripping thriller, where gossip turns friendships rancid<br />
and rumor brutally murders innocence. The epic romantic tale “Cymbeline”<br />
follows, filled with magical potions, dastardly villains, ghosts and lost princes.<br />
Shakespearebythesea.org<br />
Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival<br />
Friday-Sunday, July 22-24<br />
Ports O’ Call, San Pedro<br />
“Come for the feast, stay for the fun” is the motto of world’s largest lobster<br />
festival, featuring family entertainment, live music, and of course, fresh<br />
Maine lobster. In addition to lobster, the festival offers a variety of culinary<br />
delights from vendors and food trucks, with seafood, sausages, barbeque,<br />
tacos, rice bowls, and vegetarian options. A wide range of beverages and<br />
desserts are are also offered. Kids under 12 admitted free.<br />
(310) 732-3508 lobsterfest.com<br />
International Surf Festival<br />
Thu. - Sun., August 4-7<br />
Hermosa, Manhattan, Redondo, Torrance<br />
The world’s premier watermen, waterwomen and volleyball players converge<br />
on the three beach cities for four days of spirited competition in the water<br />
and on the sand. The festival starts with the Charlie Saikley six man volleyball<br />
(and costume) tournament at the Manhattan Pier on Thursday and Friday.<br />
Friday at 7 p.m. the LA County Lifeguard Championships will be held at the<br />
Hermosa Beach Pier. Saturday the Southern California Lifeguard Championships<br />
will be held at the Hermosa Pier. Other Saturday events include surfing<br />
and bodysurfing contests and a two-mile sand race at the Hermosa pier<br />
and an eight mile paddleboard race starting at Torrance Beach. On Sunday a<br />
1.5 mile paddleboard race starts at the Manhattan pier, followed by a twomile<br />
swim race from the Hermosa to Manhattan pier.<br />
SurfFestival.org<br />
Navy Days LA<br />
Sunday-Wednesday, August 4-10<br />
The Port of Los Angeles, San Pedro<br />
Navy Days LA honors the men and women of the military and also provides<br />
an opportunity to showcase their skills and their vessels. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.<br />
Ships to be announced. Past visiting ships have included the USS Wayne E.<br />
Meyer, USS Abraham Lincoln, and USS Gary.<br />
LAWaterfront.org<br />
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Fiesta Hermosa is one of the largest craft fairs in Southern California. Held<br />
over Memorial and Labor Day weekends. Artists, kiddie rides, food booths,<br />
and live netertainment. HBChamber.net<br />
Downtown Hermosa Beach<br />
Hermosa Beach may be one of the most pedestrian friendly cities in the country.<br />
Wander through the many retailers, ranging from surf shops (three) to<br />
fine fashions, gifts and antiques. Enjoy live music and kids activities throughout<br />
the town. In the evening walk to the beach for the free concert.<br />
HBChamber.net<br />
Surfer Walk of Fame Inductions<br />
Saturday, August 20, 11 a.m.<br />
Hermosa Beach Pier<br />
Inductees to the Hermosa Beach Surfers Walk of Fame are introduced with<br />
colorful anentertaining stories. Previous inductees include surfing greats Greg<br />
Noll, Dale Velzy, Dewey Weber, Hap Jacobs and Mike Purpus, and pioneer<br />
surf photographer Leroy Grannis. 11 a.m.<br />
HermosaBch.org<br />
Fiesta Hermosa<br />
Saturday – Monday, September 3-5<br />
Downtown Hermosa Beach<br />
The annual Labor Day weekend fiesta, hosted by the Hermosa Chamber, is<br />
the Southland’s largest arts and crafts shows, with over 300 craft booths. Food<br />
booths, children’s rides, a beer garden and two live music stages make for a<br />
weekend of fun for the entire family.<br />
(310) 376-0951 FiestaHermosa.com<br />
Redondo Pier Chalk Festival<br />
Saturday, September 10<br />
King Harbor, Redondo Beach Pier<br />
Kids, their families and enthusiastic adults color their hands and the Redondo<br />
pier during this fun, popular event. Noon ‘til 4 p.m.<br />
RedondoPier.com<br />
Redondo Beach Lobster Festival<br />
Friday-Sunday, September 23 – 25<br />
Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach<br />
Lobster is the “Maine” draw, but the Redondo Beach 20th Annual Lobster<br />
festival also offers Angus steaks, live music, a mechanical bull, swimming<br />
and stand-up paddling in the lagoon, and plenty of kids games. The location<br />
at the Seaside Lagoon in King Harbor is beautiful and easily accessed.<br />
LobsterFestival.com<br />
Rods, Rides & Relics Classic Car Show<br />
Sunday, September 25<br />
Redondo Beach pier, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.<br />
This juried show brings together some of the finest and oddest cars in Southern<br />
California.<br />
redondopier.com<br />
Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair<br />
Saturday & Sunday, October 1-2<br />
Live Oak Park<br />
Over 200 local artists and craftsmen, a battle of the bands, community sponsored<br />
food booths and a beer and wine garden make this one of Manhattan’s<br />
most highly anticipated events of the year. There’s even a stroller valet service<br />
organized by the Kiwanis club.<br />
(310) 546-5219. MBFair.org<br />
Manhattan Beach Hometown 10K<br />
Saturday, October 1<br />
Live Oak Park<br />
This may be the only major 10K race in the country without commercial<br />
sponsors. Local runners who founded the race in 1978 were determined to<br />
keep it local and have succeeded, with over half of the 5,000 annual participants<br />
being Manhattan residents. Of course, visiting runners are always welcome.<br />
The sponsor-free race shirt is a great souvenir. The race finishes along<br />
the ocean, at the Manhattan Beach pier. No race day registration.<br />
MB10k.com<br />
Taste of the Pier and Waterfront<br />
Sunday, October 9<br />
Redondo pier<br />
Over 50 restaurants on the pier and International Boardwalk, ranging from<br />
institutions like Tony’s on the Pier to the newly opened King Harbor Brewery<br />
Tasting Room, will offer tastings throughout the day.<br />
redondopier.com<br />
Community Pancake Breakfast<br />
Sunday, October 23<br />
Clark Building, 861 Valley Dr., Hermosa Beach<br />
The Hermosa Beach Woman’s club hosts its 25th annual pancake breakfast<br />
from 8 a.m. to noon. Tickets $8 or 2 for $15.<br />
WomansClubOfHermosaBeach.org<br />
West Coast Beach Tennis Tournament<br />
Saturday, Sunday, October 29, 30<br />
North Side of Hermosa Pier<br />
Hermosa Beach installed the first permanent beach tennis courts in California<br />
six years ago, just north of the pier. Last year more courts were installed just<br />
south of the Manhattan pier. New players are always welcomed and racquets<br />
will be loaned. Or visit Sexy Beach at 1200 Hermosa Avenue to buy your<br />
own equipment. Sand, water, sun and beach tennis. One wonders why the<br />
sport, which is big in Italy, didn’t reach our beaches sooner.<br />
WestCoastBeachTennis.net<br />
Veterans Day remembrance<br />
Friday, November 11<br />
Veterans Parkway, Valley Drive & 15th Street, Manhattan Beach<br />
Join the 18th Annual Veterans Day Multi-Generation Event!<br />
CityMB.info<br />
Holiday Open House and Pier Lighting<br />
Wednesday, November 16<br />
Downtown Manhattan Beach and Manhattan Beach Pier<br />
Celebrate the annual Manhattan Beach Tree Lighting Ceremony and Holiday<br />
Open House. Downtown merchants will be open until 9 p.m., restaurants<br />
will be offering samples. At 6 p.m. the ceremony will begin with a holiday<br />
sing-a-long. At 7 p.m. the switch will be flipped to illuminate the Pier with<br />
holiday lights. Carolers and strolling musicians will perform throughout the<br />
entire downtown. Santa and his helpers will be at the Bank of America parking<br />
lot from 6 - 9 p.m. Live entertainment at the Metlox Plaza from 6 - 9 p.m.<br />
CityMB.info<br />
Mama Liz Thanksgiving Dinner<br />
Thursday, Nov. 24<br />
Kiwanis/Rotarian Halls, 2525 Valley Dr., Hermosa Beach<br />
The 33rd Annual Absolutely Free Mama Liz Thanksgiving Dinner and Mu-<br />
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The Redondo Beach<br />
Lobster Festival is also a<br />
music festival and offers<br />
stand up paddling in the<br />
Seaside Lagoon. Friday<br />
through Sunday,<br />
September 23 to 25.<br />
LobsterFestival.com.<br />
sical Concert and Variety Show features freshly baked turkeys, mashed potatoes<br />
and pumpkin pie. Many of the area’s finest musicians volunteer their<br />
talents. Served noon – 4 p.m. at the Hermosa Kiwanis and Rotarian halls.<br />
The sit down dinner is organized by Easy Reader, Cheer for Children, local<br />
Realtors and other volunteers. For those who prefer Thanksgiving dinner outdoors,<br />
Niki Tedesco and fellow church volunteers serve a similarly sumptuous<br />
meal at the Hermosa Beach Pier throughout the day. No need to make reservations<br />
for either event. Just show up.<br />
Sand SNOWman<br />
Saturday, December TBA<br />
North side of Hermosa Pier<br />
Bring family and friends, shovels, scarves and mittens to make sand snowmen<br />
and snow women. 9 a.m. to noon for all ages and abilities. Remember to get<br />
your photo taken with Surfing Santa.<br />
(310) 318-0280. HBChamber.net<br />
Hermosa Snow Fest, tree lighting<br />
Thursday, December TBA<br />
Hermosa Pier Plaza<br />
The whole town gathers on Pier Plaza for caroling, playing in the snow and<br />
to welcome Santa, who arrives atop the fire department’s hook and ladder<br />
and lights up the giant plaza Christmas tree<br />
HBChamber.net<br />
Redondo Beach Holiday Boat Parade<br />
Saturday, December 10<br />
King Harbor, Redondo Beach Pier<br />
Dozens of brightly lit sailboats, powerboats and stand-up paddlers cruise up<br />
and down the harbor’s main channel while judges vote on best theme, best<br />
lighting, and most imaginative entries. Viewing is possible from restaurants<br />
and walkways throughout area.<br />
KHYC.org<br />
Holiday Concert & Santa on the Pier<br />
Saturday, December 10<br />
King Harbor, Redondo Beach Pier<br />
Greet Santa as he arrives at the end of the pier with his surfboard. Bring a<br />
new, unwrapped toy valued at $5 or more for a local charity. For each toy<br />
donated, receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win pier prizes!<br />
redondopier.com<br />
Manhattan Beach Holiday Fireworks<br />
Manhattan Beach Pier<br />
Sunday, December 11<br />
The beach and the bowl-like end of Manhattan Beach Boulevard offer ideal,<br />
up close seats to the fireworks shot off the end of the pier. Bundle up, bring<br />
beach chairs and a picnic dinner. And an umbrella if showers are predicted<br />
because the show will go on.<br />
CityMB.info<br />
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Acupuncture & Asian Herbal Medicine<br />
Active Release Therapy<br />
Therapeutic Massage<br />
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For Class & Event Schedule<br />
www.destination-art.net<br />
STARS & STRIPES<br />
Open Mondays through Saturdays<br />
12:00 PM to 6: 00 PM<br />
Closed on Sunday<br />
1107 Van Ness Ave. Torrance, CA 90501<br />
310.320-3207<br />
(across from Honda HQ)<br />
starsnstripes2<br />
Destination: Art<br />
Studios and Gallery<br />
Open Thur, Fri, Sat 11 - 5; Sun noon-4<br />
Imagined & Directed by a<br />
Community of Artists<br />
310-742-3192<br />
1815 W. 213th St, #135, Torrance<br />
Next to Bubble Bath Car Wash<br />
LEE 101 USA, WOOLRICH,<br />
SAVE KHAKI, RAINBOW SANDALS,<br />
MINNETONKA MOCCASIN,<br />
PENNY, JANSPORT, DULUTH,<br />
TRETORN, STANCE,<br />
CHIPPEWA BOOT, FILSON,<br />
SEAVEES, SCHOTT USA,<br />
ALTERNATIVE APPAREL,<br />
JUNK FOOD, RICHER POORER,<br />
TIMBERLAND, PENDLETON,<br />
DICKIES 1922, TOPO DESIGNS<br />
Redondo’s King Harbor Yacht Club sponsors a holiday boat parade. Sailboats,<br />
power boats and SUPs cruise up and down the harbor’s main channel.<br />
Plenty of places afford great viewing.<br />
Redondo Super Bowl Sunday 10K<br />
Sunday, February 5, <strong>2017</strong><br />
King Harbor, Redondo Beach<br />
With up to 10,000 runners and walkers, this 39-year-old race is one of the<br />
largest 10k runs in the nation. Costume contests and a centipede division,<br />
plus a beer garden keep the atmosphere celebratory. In previous Olympic<br />
years, the race has attracted aspiring Olympians and this year should be no<br />
different.<br />
Redondo10k.com<br />
Scottish Fiddlers concert<br />
Saturday, March 5<br />
Hermosa Beach Community Theater, Pier Ave., at Pacific Coast Highway<br />
The greatest Scottish (and Irish) fiddlers of Los Angeles gather annually to<br />
share their spirited, increasingly popular music. 7:30 p.m.<br />
ScottishFiddlers.org<br />
St. Pat’s Parade<br />
Saturday, March 11<br />
Downtown Hermosa Beach<br />
Hermosa’s annual St. Pat’s parade is a cross between a traditional small town<br />
parade and the Doo Dah parade. St. Patrick, the Kelly School Irish Dancers,<br />
bagpipers, vintage LAPD patrol cars, marching bands, Irish bicyclists and the<br />
Anheuser Busch handcart drill team are among the popular entries.<br />
HBChamber.net<br />
Kite Festival<br />
Sunday, March 12<br />
King Harbor, Redondo Beach Pier<br />
The Annual Festival of the Kite at the Redondo Pier is one of the longest-running<br />
kite festivals in Southern California, featuring a wide display of colorful<br />
and unique kites. The festival also features Japanese Taiko drummers, martial<br />
arts demonstrations and live music. Prizes are awarded for the best handmade<br />
kite, best ground display, highest flying kite, and youngest flyer of the day.<br />
RBPier@yahoo.com<br />
Springfest Carnival<br />
Thursday - Sunday, April (TBA)<br />
Aviation Park, Redondo Beach<br />
The Annual Ron Cawdrey Carnival and Springfest features crazy carnival<br />
rides, arts and crafts, food stands and live music. Admission and parking are<br />
free. Hosted by the North Redondo Business Association. Aviation & Manhattan<br />
Bch. boulevards.<br />
NRBBA.org<br />
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Dylan Fest<br />
Saturday, May (TBA)<br />
Torino Plaza, Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance<br />
Andy Hill and Renee Safier host a popular summer concert 12:30 to 8 p.m.<br />
Dozens of musicians cover Bob Dylan’s most memorable songs. $25; $10 children<br />
six to 10.<br />
(310) 324-3664<br />
Fiesta Hermosa<br />
Saturday - Monday, May 27 - 29<br />
Downtown Hermosa Beach<br />
The annual Memorial Day weekend fiesta, hosted by the Hermosa Chamber,<br />
is one of the Southland’s largest arts and crafts shows, with over 300 booths.<br />
Food, children’s rides, a beer garden and two live music stages make for a<br />
weekend of fun for the entire family.<br />
(310) 376-0951 fiestahermosa.com<br />
King Harbor Sea Fair<br />
Saturday, June TBA<br />
King Harbor Marina<br />
Watch a U.S. Coast Guard Helicopter rescue demonstration, paddle with the<br />
Lanakila Outrigger Canoe Club, sail with the King Harbor Boating Foundation,<br />
stand-up paddle with Tarsan’s SUP and visit the SEALab Aquarium bass<br />
hatchery during this day of free ocean activities.<br />
KHYC.org<br />
Hermosa Artwalk<br />
Saturday - Sunday, June (TBA)<br />
710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach<br />
This juried show grows each year in stature. Over 60 of the Southland’s finest<br />
artists exhibit their work in a grassy setting with live music, food and wine.<br />
(310) 372-7269 HBArtwalk.com<br />
Our Lady of Guadalupe<br />
320 MASSEY ST.<br />
HERMOSA BEACH<br />
310-372-7077<br />
Beach Equipment<br />
& Rentals<br />
“Just Steps from the Beach!”<br />
Bikes – Surfboards – Body Boards<br />
Wetsuits – Chairs – Umbrellas<br />
OPEN MOST DAYS 9am – 7pm<br />
39 14th Street, Hermosa Beach (310) 372-9492<br />
Catholic Church<br />
Mass Schedule<br />
Saturday 5:00 p.m.<br />
Sunday 7:00 a.m.<br />
8:00 a.m. (Spanish)<br />
9:45 a.m.<br />
11:30 a.m.<br />
6:30 p.m.<br />
Weekdays 8:00 a.m.<br />
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SUMMERCONCERTS<br />
EL SEGUNDO<br />
Concerts in the park<br />
Music, food trucks and kids activities in<br />
beautiful Library Park.<br />
4 p.m. Sundays<br />
Presented by Chevron El Segundo and the<br />
El Segundo Parks and Recreation Department.<br />
Sunday July 10<br />
Tenn West<br />
Country Western line dance music<br />
Sunday, July 24<br />
Jason Lohrke<br />
Neil Diamond tribute - the early years<br />
Sunday, August 7<br />
Centerfold<br />
Hits of the ‘80s<br />
Concerts on the Grass<br />
Lifestyle shopping center The Point offers free<br />
concerts on the grass. 850 S. Sepulveda Blvd.<br />
6 p.m. Wednesdays<br />
Wednesday, July 6<br />
J.R.Lewis<br />
Wednesday, July 13<br />
SOUND/FX with Vocalist on sax Lisa Ritner<br />
Wednesday, July 20<br />
Crown String Trio<br />
Wednesday, July 27<br />
Guitar Romantica duo<br />
Wednesday, Aug. 3<br />
Steel Parade<br />
Wednesday, Aug. 10<br />
Craig Fundiga<br />
Wednesday, Aug. 17<br />
Gold Rush Country<br />
Wednesday, Aug. 24<br />
Marieve Herington Combo<br />
HERMOSA BEACH<br />
Concerts on the Beach<br />
Picnic on beach towels while watching the<br />
sunset. South side of the Hermosa Beach Pier.<br />
4:30 p.m. Sundays<br />
Presented by Subaru Pacific and Saint Rocke<br />
Sunday, August 7<br />
Special Guest (To be announced)<br />
Sunday, August 14<br />
Venice with opener LA Weekly<br />
Rock the Beach LA<br />
Sunday, August 21<br />
Robby Krieger of the Doors<br />
Sunday, August 28<br />
Moustache Harbor (Yacht Rock<br />
Tribute) with opener Zeal<br />
MANHATTAN<br />
BEACH<br />
Concerts in the Park<br />
Polliwog Park, Sundays 5 p.m.<br />
Picnic on the grass in a natural<br />
amphitheatre overlooking Polliwog Pond.<br />
Sunday, July 10<br />
South Bay Country Band<br />
South Bay Country founder Michael Grady embodies<br />
country music’s blue collar persona and<br />
has helped spawn a new, South Bay country<br />
scene.<br />
Sunday, July 17<br />
Blue Breeze Band<br />
Motown, R&B, Soul & Funk<br />
Sunday, July 24<br />
Locals Only<br />
Manhattan Beach Parks and Rec celebrates it<br />
75th Anniversary with day long, family activities<br />
activities, karaoke and performances by local<br />
bands.<br />
Sunday, July 31<br />
Colour My World<br />
Chicago tribute band<br />
Sunday, August 7<br />
The Pine Mountain Logs<br />
The “quintessential California.” – Jackson<br />
Brown. Pitch-perfect rock favorites<br />
REDONDO BEACH<br />
Concerts on the Pier<br />
Bring blankets and beach chairs, grab take out from one of the many pier restaurants<br />
and watch the sunset over the ocean. Thursdays & Saturdays, 6 to 8 p.m.<br />
Saturday, July 2<br />
That Cover Band<br />
Rock<br />
Thursday, July 7<br />
Mayaztek<br />
Reggae, Cumbia<br />
Saturday, July 9<br />
The Local Band<br />
Motown / R&B<br />
Thursday, July 14<br />
Jack Dani<br />
‘90s Rock<br />
Saturday, July 16<br />
Retrofit<br />
‘70s, ‘80s & ‘90s rock<br />
Thursday, July 21<br />
King Chris<br />
Funk<br />
Saturday, July 23<br />
In Contempt<br />
Soul<br />
Thursday, July 28<br />
Retro Revival<br />
‘60s & ‘70s<br />
Saturday, July 30<br />
Say Real<br />
Reggae/Rock<br />
Thursday, Aug. 4<br />
Crow Hill Band:<br />
Classic Rock / Country<br />
Saturday, August 6<br />
Neptune Cocktail<br />
Instrumental Surf<br />
Thursday, Aug 11<br />
Darrell Mansfield<br />
Blues<br />
Saturday, Aug. 13<br />
Amber Foxx<br />
Rockabilly<br />
Sunday, August 14<br />
TIZER, featuring Karen Briggs<br />
Contemporary jazz<br />
Sunday, August 21<br />
Lady Zep:<br />
All female Led Zeppelin tribute band<br />
Sunday, August 28<br />
Brass Monkey Brass Band<br />
New Orleans Brass Band<br />
Sunday, September 4<br />
Britain's Finest<br />
Beatles tribute band<br />
Thursday, Aug. 18<br />
TennWest<br />
Country Western<br />
Saturday, Aug. 20<br />
1969<br />
‘60s Rock & Roll<br />
Thursday, Aug. 25<br />
Feed the Kitty<br />
Rock<br />
Saturday, Aug. 27<br />
West Swell<br />
Reggae<br />
Thursday, Sept. 1<br />
Strange Days<br />
Doors Tribute<br />
Thursday, Sept. 3<br />
Danny Dean/Easter :<br />
Rockabilly/80's & Post Punk<br />
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The Matias Orozco family serves authentic dishes from<br />
their native Jalisco at their Hermosa Mexican Restaurant.<br />
824 Hermosa Ave. Hermosa Beach.<br />
The Strand House is the restaurant equivalent of an infinity pool.<br />
117 Manhattan Bch Blvd., Manhattan Beach. 310-545-7470.<br />
Photo by Chelsea Schreiber<br />
Manhattan Bread and Bagel is a favorite morning stop for visitors and<br />
locals. 1812 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach.<br />
HT Grill offers outdoor dining in Riviera Village. 1701 S Catalina Ave,<br />
Redondo Beach.<br />
AMERICAN<br />
Hopdoddy<br />
830 S Sepulveda #116<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-414-2337<br />
Superba<br />
830 S Sepulveda #100<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-906-4598<br />
Baran's<br />
502 Pacific Coast Hwy<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
424-247-8468<br />
Good Stuff<br />
1286 The Strand<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-374-2334<br />
Sloopy’s<br />
3416 Highland Ave<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-1373<br />
Good Stuff<br />
550 Deep Valley Dr # 151<br />
Rolling Hills Estates<br />
310-544-8000<br />
Barney’s Beanery<br />
100 Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
424-275-4820<br />
Good Stuff<br />
1617 S Pac Cst Hwy<br />
#102<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-316-0262<br />
Sacks on the Beach<br />
1611 S Catalina Ave<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-3770<br />
ASIAN<br />
P.F. Chang's<br />
2041 Rosecrans Ave.<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-607-9062<br />
Rabano<br />
2516 Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-3859<br />
China Grill<br />
3282 N. Sepulveda<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-7284<br />
W’s China Bistro<br />
1410 S. Pacific Cst. Hwy<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-792-1600<br />
BAKERY/<br />
DESSERTS<br />
Hermosa Pie & Cake<br />
Company<br />
133 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-374-2323<br />
Becker’s Bakery<br />
1025 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-372-3214<br />
Cake Bakeshop<br />
3319 Highland<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-2253<br />
Cupcake Couture<br />
916 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-372-9200<br />
Le Pain Quotidien<br />
451 Manhattan Bch<br />
Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-6411<br />
Lido Bakery<br />
3001 Sepulveda<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-8955<br />
Manhattan Bread<br />
& Bagel<br />
1812 N. Sepulveda<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-7553<br />
SusieCakes<br />
3500 N. Sepulveda #150<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-303-3780<br />
Nothing Bundt Cakes<br />
1570 Rosecrans<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-297-9530<br />
Kirari West Bake<br />
Shop<br />
707 N Pac Cst Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-5313<br />
BBQ<br />
Silvio’s Brazilian<br />
20 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-6855<br />
Dickie’s<br />
407 N. Pac Cst Hwy #120<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-379-0202<br />
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610 Torrance Blvd. Redondo Beach 310.316.5111<br />
CONNECT with Us<br />
Tom Dunbabin’s King Harbor Brewing is a main attraction on the Redondo<br />
Pier’s International Boardwalk.<br />
L&L Hawaiian BBQ<br />
1821 S Catalina Ave<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-375-0333<br />
Lucille’s<br />
21420 Hawthorne Blvd.<br />
Torrance<br />
310-370-7427<br />
BREAKFAST/<br />
LUNCH<br />
Café Bonaparte<br />
37 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-374-0026<br />
Good Stuff<br />
1286 The Strand<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-374-2334<br />
Martha’s 22nd St. Grill<br />
25-22nd St.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-7786<br />
Ocean Diner<br />
959 Aviation Blvd.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-3739<br />
Scotty’s<br />
1100 The Strand<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-7152<br />
Tammie’s Corner Café<br />
190 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-4712<br />
Uncle Stavro’s<br />
201 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-2001<br />
Uncle Bill’s<br />
1305 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-5177<br />
Good Stuff<br />
550 Deep Valley Dr # 151<br />
Rolling Hills Estates<br />
310-544-8000<br />
Cozy Café<br />
307 S. Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-316-1414<br />
Eat at Joe’s<br />
400 N. Pacific Cst Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-9570<br />
Good Stuff<br />
1617 S Pac Cst Hwy 102<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310- 316-0262<br />
Pollys on the Pier<br />
233 N. Harbor Dr.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-318-3736<br />
Yellow Vase<br />
1805 Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-373-0013<br />
BRUNCH<br />
Greenbelt<br />
36 Pier Ave,<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-6585<br />
Zinc Lounge<br />
1221 N. Valley Dr.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-4995<br />
Admiral Risty<br />
31250 Palos Verdes Dr. W<br />
Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
310-377-0050<br />
Terranea-Catalina<br />
Kitchen<br />
100 Terranea Way<br />
Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
310-265-2836<br />
Trump National<br />
One Ocean Trails Dr.<br />
Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
310-265-5000<br />
BALEEN Kitchen<br />
260 Portofino Way<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-372-1202<br />
Bouzy’s<br />
1611 S. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-1222<br />
Cheesecake Factory<br />
605 N. Harbor Dr.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-0466<br />
BURGERS<br />
The Counter<br />
700-A Allied Way<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-524-9967<br />
Boardwalk Burgers &<br />
Fries<br />
1031 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-0533<br />
Hennessey’s<br />
8 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-5759<br />
The Standing Room<br />
1320 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-1272<br />
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Looking for a classic burger and steakhouse? Then Chef Joe Wilcox’s Bullpen<br />
would be the place. 314 Avenue I, Redondo Beach. (310) 375-7797.<br />
Hennessey’s<br />
313 Man. Bch Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-4813<br />
Tomboy’s<br />
1816 Manhattan Bch Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-374-9944<br />
Hennessey’s<br />
1712 S. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-8443<br />
The Standing Room<br />
144 N Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-374-7545<br />
The Counter<br />
21209 Hawthorne Blvd.<br />
Torrance<br />
310-406-3300<br />
CAJUN<br />
New Orleans Creole<br />
140 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-8970<br />
Ragin’ Cajun<br />
525 Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
CALIFORNIA<br />
Chef Hanne’s<br />
411 1/2 Main St.<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-640-0164<br />
Marmalade Café<br />
204 E. Park Place<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-648-7200<br />
Jackson’s Food+Drink<br />
2041 Rosecrans #109<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-606-5500<br />
Paul Martin’s<br />
2361 Rosecrans #180<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-643-9300<br />
Salt Creek Grille<br />
2015 E. Park Place<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-335-9288<br />
Abigaile’s<br />
1301 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-8227<br />
American Junkie<br />
68 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-4412<br />
Chef Melba’s<br />
1501 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-2084<br />
Greenbelt<br />
36 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-6585<br />
Gum Tree Café<br />
238 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-8733<br />
Hook & Plow<br />
425 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-937-5909<br />
Hot’s Kitchen<br />
844 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-2939<br />
Darren’s<br />
1141 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-802-1973<br />
Four Daughters<br />
3505 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-2444<br />
The Kettle<br />
1138 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-8511<br />
Little Sister<br />
1131 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-2096<br />
Love & Salt<br />
317 Manhattan Bch<br />
Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-5252<br />
MB Post<br />
1142 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-5405<br />
Manhattan House<br />
1019 Manhattan Bch.<br />
Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-574-2277<br />
Ocean View Café<br />
229-13th St.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-6770<br />
The Strand House<br />
117 Manhattan Bch<br />
Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-7470<br />
Tin Roof Bistro<br />
3500 N. Sepulveda<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-939-0900<br />
Mar’Sel<br />
100 Terranea Way<br />
Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
310-265-2800<br />
BALEEN Kitchen<br />
260 Portofino Way<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-372-1202<br />
Chez Melange<br />
1611 S. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-1222<br />
Before there were internet cafes there was Java Man. 157 Pier Ave,<br />
Hermosa Beach.<br />
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HT Grill<br />
1701 S. Catalina<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-791-4849<br />
R-10 Social House<br />
179 N. Harbor Dr.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-798-2500<br />
Slip Bar & Eatery<br />
120 International Brdwk<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-8910<br />
Hey 19<br />
4525 Calle Mayor<br />
Torrance<br />
310-378-8119<br />
HopSaint Brewing Co.<br />
5160 W 190th St.<br />
Torrance<br />
310-214-4677<br />
COFFEE HOUSE<br />
Java Man<br />
157 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-7209<br />
The Source<br />
509 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-1888<br />
Two Guns<br />
350 N. Sepulveda Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-318-2537<br />
Catalina Coffee<br />
126 N. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-318-2499<br />
Coffee Cartel<br />
1820 S. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-316-6554<br />
DELI/<br />
SANDWICHES<br />
Ashley’s Deli<br />
828 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-6729<br />
Big Mike’s<br />
1314 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-1499<br />
Mickey’s<br />
101 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-2330<br />
North End Caffé<br />
3421 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-4782<br />
Rinaldi’s<br />
350 N Sepulveda #1<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-379-9968<br />
Giuliano’s<br />
1700 Aviation Blvd<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-0416<br />
FRENCH<br />
Cafe Bonaparte<br />
37 Pier Ave<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-374-0026<br />
Créme de la Crepe<br />
424 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-937-2822<br />
Créme de la Crepe<br />
1708 1/2 Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-8811<br />
Dominique’s<br />
522 S. Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
424-247-9054<br />
Zazou<br />
1810 S. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-4884<br />
GASTROPUB<br />
Abigaile’s<br />
1301 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-8227<br />
Chelsea<br />
1334 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-937-2598<br />
Greenbelt<br />
36 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-6585<br />
Your table is waiting…<br />
Five Star Award Winning Cuisine<br />
& Golden Bacchus Wine List<br />
Fresh Fish • Chicken • Steaks • Cocktails<br />
RESERVATIONS: 310.377.0050<br />
www.admiralristy.com<br />
Dinner Mon.-Sat. from 5pm<br />
Sunday from 4pm<br />
Sunday Brunch 10am-3pm<br />
31250 Palos Verdes Drive West<br />
at Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
VALENTINO S<br />
PIZZA, PASTA & MORE<br />
“A Taste of Brooklyn” in Manhattan Beach and El Segundo<br />
Family owned and operated, serving Brooklyn – style pizza. Everything is made<br />
fresh daily including homemade bread, meatballs, eggplant, subs & sauce.<br />
DELIVERY IN LIMITED AREA<br />
CATERING AVAILABLE<br />
975 AVIATION BLVD<br />
MANHATTAN BEACH<br />
310.318.5959<br />
150 S SEPULVEDA BLVD<br />
EL SEGUNDO<br />
310.426.9494<br />
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Rockefeller<br />
422 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-8467<br />
Rockefeller<br />
1209 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-5810<br />
Simmzy’s<br />
229 Manhattan Bch Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-1201<br />
Nelson’s @ Terranea<br />
100 Terranea Way<br />
Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
310-265-2836<br />
Bouzy’s<br />
1611 S. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-1222<br />
Hudson House<br />
514 N. Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-798-9183<br />
HopSaint Brewing Co.<br />
5160 W 190th St.<br />
Torrance<br />
310-214-4677<br />
Whale & Ale<br />
327 W. 7th St.<br />
San Pedro<br />
310-832-0363<br />
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The Bottle Inn’s Silvio Petoletti brings old world style to Hermosa and<br />
Redondo. 26-22nd Street, Hermosa Beach, (310) 376-9595 and 1700 S.<br />
Catalina #101, Riveria Village, Redondo Beach, (310) 543-6800.<br />
GERMAN<br />
Brat & Brau<br />
1342 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-6532<br />
Alpine Village<br />
833 W. Torrance Blvd.<br />
Torrance<br />
310-327-4384<br />
GREEK<br />
Uncle Stavro’s<br />
201 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-2001<br />
Petros<br />
451 Manhattan Bch<br />
Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-4100<br />
Old Venice<br />
1001 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-376-0242<br />
ICE CREAM/<br />
YOGURT<br />
Melt Gelato & Crepes<br />
730 S. Allied Way<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-647-5887<br />
Paciugo Gelato<br />
1034 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-2525<br />
Paradise Ice Cream<br />
1309 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-465-5807<br />
Manhattan Creamery<br />
1120 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-372-1155<br />
Yogurtland<br />
1570 Rosecrans<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-536-9562<br />
Handel’s Ice Cream<br />
1882 S. Pacific Cst.<br />
Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
424-247-8861<br />
Yogurtland<br />
271 Avenida del Norte<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-944-9572<br />
Yogurtland<br />
21213 Hawthorne Blvd<br />
Torrance<br />
310-543-0391<br />
INDIAN<br />
Akbar<br />
1101 Aviation Blvd.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-937-3800<br />
Spice Six<br />
450 Pac Cst Hwy<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-921-8315<br />
India's Tandoori<br />
916 N Sepulveda Blvd<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-374-7300<br />
Addi’s Tandoor<br />
800 Torrance Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-1616<br />
ITALIAN<br />
Deluca Trattoria<br />
225 Richmond St.<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-640-7600<br />
North Italia<br />
840 S Sepulveda #140<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-469-7695<br />
Bottle Inn Ristorante<br />
26-22nd St.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-9595<br />
Buona Vita<br />
439 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-7626<br />
Fritto Misto<br />
316 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-6098<br />
Il Fornaio<br />
1800 Rosecrans<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-725-9555<br />
Lido di Manhattan<br />
1550 G Rosecrans<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-536-0730<br />
Mama D’s<br />
1125 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-1492<br />
Mangiamo<br />
128 Manhattan<br />
Bch.Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-318-3434<br />
Bottle Inn Riviera<br />
1700 S. Catalina #101<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-543-6800<br />
Bettolino Kitchen<br />
211 Palos Verdes Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-375-0500<br />
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The Standing Room in downtown Hermosa Beach is known for its hamburgers<br />
and live music. 1320 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach, (310) 318-1272.<br />
Brogino’s<br />
2423 Artesia Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-370-4827<br />
Charlie’s<br />
601 N. Pacific Cst. Hwy<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-374-8581<br />
Hostaria Piave<br />
231 S. Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-374-1000<br />
Napoli’s Pizza<br />
1815 Hawthorne Blvd<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-371-7178<br />
Orlando’s<br />
1000 Torrance Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-792-9300<br />
Pia Restaurant<br />
112 Intn’l Boardwalk<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-3889<br />
Neil’s Seafood & Pasta<br />
383 W. 5th St.<br />
San Pedro<br />
310-548-3495<br />
JAPANESE<br />
Rok<br />
1200 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-4765<br />
Izaka ya by Katsuya<br />
1133 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-796-1888<br />
O Sho<br />
913 N Sepulveda Blvd<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-372-6156<br />
Rice<br />
820 Manhattan Ave.<br />
(@ 9th St)<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-798-7722<br />
Sushi Akatora<br />
302 Rosecrans<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-802-1131<br />
BamBiBu<br />
1550 S. Pacific Cst.<br />
Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-5288<br />
Bistro Miyoda<br />
1220 Beryl St.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-1081<br />
Casa Arigato<br />
629 S. Pac Cst Hwy<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-543-0586<br />
King Shabu Shabu<br />
903 N Catalina #100<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-798-9136<br />
Yanagi<br />
2400 Artesia Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-372-6500<br />
Bashi<br />
100 Terranea Way<br />
Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
310-265-2703<br />
Ise-Shima<br />
21381 S. Western<br />
(@ Miyako Hybrid Hotel)<br />
Torrance<br />
310-320-6700<br />
Ramen Spott<br />
25412 Crenshaw Blvd.<br />
Torrance<br />
310-530-3900<br />
LIVE MUSIC/<br />
ENTERTAINMENT<br />
Comedy & Magic Club<br />
1018 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-1193<br />
The Lighthouse Café<br />
30 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-6911<br />
Live at the Lounge<br />
1018 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-1193<br />
Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno continues to ply his craft most Sundays<br />
at Mike Lacey’s Comedy and Magic Club in downtown Hermosa Beach.<br />
1018 Hermosa Ave. (310) 372-1193.<br />
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Saint Rocke<br />
142 Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-0035<br />
The Standing Room<br />
1320 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-1272<br />
Suzy’s Bar & Grill<br />
1141 Aviation Blvd.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-6171<br />
Admiral Risty<br />
31250 Palos Verdes Dr. W<br />
Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
310-377-0050<br />
MEXICAN<br />
La Sirena Grill<br />
710-D Allied Way<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-640-6170<br />
Amigo’s Tacos<br />
118 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
(424) 383-1472<br />
Amigo’s Tacos<br />
3216 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-973-8226<br />
Brothers Burritos<br />
24-11th St.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-0707<br />
Dia de Campo<br />
1238 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-1829<br />
El Gringo<br />
2620 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-1381<br />
Hermosa Mexican<br />
824 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-937-5606<br />
La Playita<br />
37-14th St.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-2148<br />
Palmilla<br />
39 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-503-7722<br />
Sharkeez<br />
52 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-0004<br />
Amigo’s Tacos<br />
1221 Artesia Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-372-8006<br />
El Gringo<br />
921 N. Sepulveda<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-372-6080<br />
Pancho’s<br />
3615 Highland<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-6670<br />
Summer’s Sports Bar<br />
3770 Highland<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-9333<br />
Salsa Verde<br />
2325 Palos Verdes Dr.<br />
W<br />
Palos Verdes Est.<br />
310-544-1704<br />
Coyote Cantina<br />
531 N. Pac Cst Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-1066<br />
El Gringo<br />
821 Torrance Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-316-8032<br />
Las Brisas<br />
1969 Artesia Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-5884<br />
Ocho Mexican<br />
403 N Pac Cst Hwy<br />
#102<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-272-5885<br />
Riviera Mexican Grill<br />
1615 S. Pac Cst Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-2501<br />
Great Selection of Homemade Sausages, Plates to Share,<br />
Excellent & Rare German Beers...<br />
1342 Hermosa Ave. Hermosa Beach (310) 376-6532<br />
www.bratbrau.com facebook.com/bratbrau<br />
We Deliver<br />
to the<br />
Beach!<br />
HERMOSA BEACH<br />
2701 Pacific Coast Hwy.<br />
Orders: 310-379-9277<br />
Group Reservations:<br />
310-379-8377<br />
(About 2 blocks north of Artesia)<br />
Family Owned<br />
& Operated<br />
Since 1993<br />
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Frida’s Mexican Cuisine<br />
21438 Hawthorne Blvd<br />
Torrance<br />
310-371-0666<br />
Acapulco<br />
Ports O’Call Berth 83<br />
San Pedro<br />
310-548-6800<br />
MIDDLE EASTERN<br />
Poulet du Jour<br />
233 Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-6620<br />
Sabra Beirut Mix<br />
500 N. Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-8226<br />
Sesame Moe’s<br />
2640 N. Sepulveda Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-1600<br />
Al Hamra Halal<br />
2515 Artesia Blvd<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-371-5919<br />
Azure Mediterranean<br />
1810 Pacific Coast Hwy<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-275-9747<br />
Chicken Maison<br />
2709 Man. Bch. Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-725-0035<br />
Turquoise<br />
1735 S Catalina Ave<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-373-3234<br />
Zayna’s Grill<br />
1310 S. Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-0777<br />
Chicken Maison<br />
50 Peninsula Center<br />
Rolling Hills Est<br />
310-541-8080<br />
Chicken Maison<br />
3901 Pacific Cst. Hwy<br />
Torrance<br />
310-465-1050<br />
PIZZA<br />
Valentino’s<br />
150 S. Sepulveda Blvd.<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-426-9494<br />
Fat Tomato<br />
446 Pac Cst Hwy<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
424-247-8021<br />
Paisano’s<br />
1132 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-9883<br />
Pedone’s<br />
1332 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-0949<br />
Round Table Pizza<br />
2701 Pac Cst Hwy.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-9277<br />
Fresh Brothers<br />
2008 N. Sepulveda Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-4444<br />
Manhattan Pizzeria<br />
133 Manhattan Bch Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-2117<br />
Valentino’s<br />
975 Aviation Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-318-5959<br />
Fresh Brothers<br />
407 N. Pac Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-374-5678<br />
Locale 90<br />
1718 S Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-540-9190<br />
Orlando’s<br />
1000 Torrance Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-792-9300<br />
SEAFOOD<br />
Fish Shop<br />
719 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-3480<br />
Killer Shrimp<br />
19 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
The Mermaid<br />
11 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-374-9344<br />
Fishbar<br />
3801 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-796-0200<br />
Fishing with Dynamite<br />
1148 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-893-6299<br />
Rock N Fish<br />
120 Man Bch. Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-379-9900<br />
BlueWater Grill<br />
665 N. Harbor<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-318-3474<br />
Captain Kidd’s<br />
209 N. Harbor Dr.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-372-7703<br />
Jus’ Poke<br />
501 N. Pac Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-379-1133<br />
Quality Seafood<br />
130 S. International<br />
Boardwalk Redondo<br />
Beach<br />
310-372-6408<br />
Ports O’Call Restaurant<br />
Ports O’Call Berth 76<br />
San Pedro<br />
310-833-3553<br />
San Pedro Fish Market<br />
& Restaurant<br />
Ports O’Call Berth 78<br />
San Pedro<br />
310-832-4251<br />
STEAKHOUSE<br />
Flemings<br />
2301 Rosecrans<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-643-6911<br />
Steak & Whisky<br />
117 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-5555<br />
Zane’s<br />
1150 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-374-7488<br />
The Arthur J<br />
903 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-878-9620<br />
Houston’s<br />
1550-A Rosecrans<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-643-7211<br />
Bull Pen<br />
314 Ave. I<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-375-7797<br />
SURF N TURF<br />
Admiral Risty<br />
31250 PV Dr. West<br />
Rancho Palos Verdes<br />
310-377-0050<br />
Chart House<br />
231 Yacht Club Way<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-372-3464<br />
Kincaid’s<br />
500 Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-318-6080<br />
Tony’s on the Pier<br />
210 Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-374-1442<br />
TAPAS<br />
Mediterraneo<br />
73 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-2666<br />
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Hermosa Pie and Cake baker David Wallace is as popular for his mini-lectures<br />
on the history of his recipes as he is for the extraordinary pies and<br />
cakes, themselves.<br />
A Basq Kitchen<br />
136 N International<br />
Boardwalk<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-9215<br />
Tapas & Vino<br />
1729 S. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-791-8200<br />
Cafe Sevilla<br />
140 Pine Ave<br />
Long Beach<br />
562-495-111<br />
TAVERNS<br />
Rock & Brews<br />
143 Main Street<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-615-9890<br />
Richmond Street Bar &<br />
Grill<br />
145 Richmond St.<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-322-7397<br />
Barnacles<br />
837 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-9064<br />
Mickey McColgan’s<br />
934 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-372-9700<br />
Patrick Molloy’s<br />
50 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-798-9762<br />
Underground<br />
1334 Hermosa Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-318-3818<br />
Ercole’s<br />
1101 Manhattan Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-372-1997<br />
Manhattan Bch Brewery<br />
124 Manhattan Bch. Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-798-2744<br />
OB’s<br />
3610 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-1542<br />
Sharkeez<br />
3600 Highland Ave.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-8811<br />
Sharks Cove<br />
309 Manhattan Bch. Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-545-2683<br />
Shellback Tavern<br />
116 Manhattan Bch. Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-376-7857<br />
Avenue A Bar & Grill<br />
800 S. Pacific Cst. Hwy<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-316-2832<br />
Gassers Lounge<br />
1500 Aviation Blvd.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
King Harbor Brewing<br />
Tap Room<br />
132 Int’l Boardwalk<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-542-8657<br />
Naja’s Place<br />
154 Int’l Boardwalk<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-376-9951<br />
Rock & Brews<br />
6300 Pacific Cst. Hwy<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-378-4970<br />
HopSaint Brewing Co.<br />
5160 W 190th St.<br />
Torrance<br />
310-214-4677<br />
THAI<br />
Thai Top<br />
337 Pier Ave.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-379-4626<br />
Thai Dishes<br />
1015 Sepulveda Blvd.<br />
Manhattan Beach<br />
310-546-4147<br />
Phuket Thai<br />
901 N. Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-374-9598<br />
Siam I Am<br />
215 S. Pac. Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-374-7202<br />
Tara Thai<br />
234 S. Pac Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-379-8593<br />
VEGETARIAN<br />
Veggie Grill<br />
720 Allied Way<br />
El Segundo<br />
310-535-0025<br />
The Spot<br />
110 Second St.<br />
Hermosa Beach<br />
310-376-2355<br />
Green Temple<br />
1700 S. Catalina Ave.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-944-4525<br />
Happy Veggie<br />
709 N. Pacific Cst. Hwy.<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-379-5035<br />
VIETNAMESE<br />
Pho PCH<br />
623 N Pacific Coast Hwy<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
424-206-1072<br />
Pho Show<br />
1617 S Pacific Coast<br />
Hwy Ste 101<br />
Redondo Beach<br />
310-792-7800<br />
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