Local Restaurants

Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach dining scene is full of diverse and delicious choices. Below are the top recommendations in the area.

Hermosa Beach Pier Ave

The main restaurant area of Hermosa Beach Pier Ave is a short walk from the Crown Plaza. Below is a recommended list of the restaurants and bars in the area.

Burgers get a Korean spin at this rustic-chic venue with a full bar, a patio & regular live music.

Address: 1320 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Hours: 11AM - 1AM

Menu: https://www.thestandingroomrestaurant.com/

Classic Latin fare including Baja-style fish served in an ornate interior or on the outdoor patio.

Address: 39 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Hours: 10AM - 1AM

Menu: https://www.zomato.com/los-angeles

Tapas spot on the pier with happy-hour specials, Mediterranean small plates & pitchers of sangria.

Address: 73 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Hours: 5PM - 10PM for dinner

Menu: themedhb.com

Gastropub serves wine, beer & sangria plus inventive American fare in a modern-meets-rustic setting.

Address: 422 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Hours: 5PM - 10:30PM

Menu: eatrockefeller.com

New American classics & fancy snacks in a beachy, relaxed bar with romantic patio seating.

Address: 53 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Hours: 11Am - 2AM

Menu: tower12hb.com 

Mexican seafood & tequila-based cocktails presented in a convivial atmosphere with communal tables.

Address: 1238 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Hours: 4PM - 10PM

Menu: urbanspoon.com

Prime people-watching perch near the beach for Italian fare & steak plus sophisticated cocktails.

Address: 1150 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Hours: 5PM - 10:30PM

Menu: urbanspoon.com

Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach is roughly a short 10 min taxi ride from Crowne Plaza. Below is a list of recommended restaurants and bars in the area.

Modern taverna serves up classic American comfort food in a simple but elegant setting.

Address: 451 Manhattan Beach Blvd D, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Hours: 11AM - 10PM

Menu: opentable.com

Refined, contemporary dining room with a sky-lit domed ceiling serving Italian bistro fare.

Address: 317 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Hours: 5:30PM - 10PM

Menu: opentable.com

Oyster-focused seafood cafe with classic & creative eats served amid wainscoting & lobster buoys.

Address: 1148 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Hours: 10AM -10:30PM

Menu: urbanspoon.com

Happening destination for farm-fresh fine dining in a sleek setting with sweeping ocean views.

Address: 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Hours: 10AM -11PM

Menu: thestrandhousemb.com

Stylish, comfortable choice for upscale Californian–New American cuisine, plus seasonal cocktails.

Address: 1141 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Hours: 5PM - 10PM

Menu: darrensmb.com

Funky bistro with Singaporean shophouse feel, serving Euro-accented Asian eats, craft beers & wines.

Address: 1131 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Hours: Open daily at 5PM

Menu: littlesistermb.com

Creative farm-to-table American chow served in an urbane space featuring lots of reclaimed wood.

Address: 1142 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Hours: 5PM - 10PM

Menu: places.singleplatform.com

City of Torrance

In Torrance, which is about a 20 minute taxi ride from the Crown Plaza hotel, there is a shopping mall plaza which has a variety of Asian cuisines. Below are two recommendations.

Kang-Ho-dong-Baekjeong invigorates the senses through great service, inspired traditional interiors, and barbeque that simply tastes delicious.

Address: 1725 W Carson, Torrance CA 90501

Hours: 11AM - 2AM

Menu: http://www.678us.com/

At a Yakiniku restaurant, bite-sized cuts of raw beef, pork, seafood and vegetables are cooked to perfection at your table over gas or charcoal grills.

Address: 1870 W Carson, Torrance 90501

Hours: 5:30PM - 10:30PM

Menu: http://www.manpukuus.com/