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Fishing With Dynamite, Manhattan Beach, CA
Fishing With Dynamite, Manhattan Beach, CA
Fishing With Dynamite, Manhattan Beach, CA
Fishing With Dynamite, Manhattan Beach, CA
Fishing With Dynamite, Manhattan Beach, CA
Award-winning

Fishing With Dynamite

4.9
4.9
2953 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
1148 Manhattan Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

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2 people
19:00
Booked 93 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
A celebration of summers spent on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and SoCal’s vibrant beach communities. The cheerful, 32-seat restaurant is anchored by a lively oyster bar and features a menu of “old school” traditional seafood fare and “new school” dishes highlighting flavors from around the globe. Chef and co-owner David LeFevre and Fishing with Dynamite have been celebrated for serving only the most pristine seafood with accolades that include “Best Oyster Bar” and Best New Restaurant by Los Angeles Magazine, OpenTable’s 100 Best Restaurants in America (2016, 2017 and 2019) and a Michelin Plate in 2019.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Tapas / Small Plates, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David LeFevre
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
  • Cross Street
    Manhattan Beach Blvd and 12th St.
  • Parking details
    Arrive early for your resy and enjoy shopping at our 60 charming boutiques throughout Downtown Manhattan Beach. Long term parking can be found at https://www.downtownmanhattanbeach.com/parking
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wine

Experiences

  • 12th Anniversary Lobster Boil Dinner 2025

    US$130.00 per person

    29 Apr 2025 only
    Fishing with Dynamite is celebrating our 12 year anniversary and we are throwing a party featuring our famous lobster boil! Join us for a four course tasting menu only; our raw bar will be available to add on a la carte. (Our regular menu will not be available.)

What 2,953 people are saying

Fishing With Dynamite reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Los Angeles

    Seafood

  • Beach Cities

    Best Overall

  • Beach Cities

    Best Food

  • Beach Cities

    Best Service

  • Beach Cities

    Hot spot

  • Beach Cities

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fishing With Dynamite in Manhattan Beach offers "phenomenal" seafood and "superb, inventive" dishes that make it a local favorite. Guests praise the "outstanding" service and "fun beach vibe." Specialties include Peruvian scallops, oysters, and a must-try Key Lime pie. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a memorable dining experience.
2,953 Reviews
  1. Meka VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed my experience at FWD! Great location, just a block from the beach. Parking can be a bit of a challenge but it’s Manhattan Beach so it’s expected. The food and service were great! I had the fish tacos, fries and key lime pie. So so good! I would recommend any (or all;) of them! Can’t wait to return:)

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  2. Laura

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food wasn’t great. Flavors weren’t very good and fish sandwich salty & tangy. Drinks were great. They kicked us out for holding the table too long apparently. Overpriced and booth felt like a high chair
    Fishing With DynamiteResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Laura, Thank so you so much for your candid review, and I am so sorry you didn't enjoy your dining experience with us. It seems like we missed the mark on several points and I want you to know how seriously we take our guests' feedback. I'll be issuing you a refund on the card used for payment to start, and I would love to invite you back as my personal guest to try to make it right! I'll follow up directly so that we can take the right steps forward together to ensure you have a great time on your next visit, if you'll allow us that opportunity. I look forward to chatting with you further. Sincerely, Katie Clark General Manager

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  3. Luis VIP

    Phoenix4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Riquísima comida, cerca de la playa, y una excelente selección de vinos. El atún asado con cuscus fue nuestro favorito!

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  4. DanO

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best oyster bar in town. Staff is amazing, must order the Key Lime Pie.

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  5. Nichole VIP

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 would recommend. Great food, great drinks, better service.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the best! Favorite restaurant in the South Bay or maybe even the city. Akeela is a wonderful server and represents the restaurant well ❤️
    Fishing With DynamiteResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks so much for your review! I'll be sure to pass along your compliments to Akela, she's the best. Hope to see you again in the near future! -Katie Clark, General Manager

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lovely experience at Fishing with Dynamite on a Saturday evening. The restaurant was busy but we enjoyed great service and got a glimpse of the sunset over the ocean. We got 8 dishes to share (raw scallops, oysters, sashimi, ceviche, sea bass, miso cod, fish sandwich, maple blueberry pie). The only thing I wouldn’t get again was the fish sandwich, the mustard sauce was just a little overwhelming. Everything else was PHENOMENAL and beautifully presented. I’d definitely recommend this place for a special occasion meal.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite place in town. Incredible service, food, and incredible with allergies.
    Fishing With DynamiteResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for this kind review! We know there are so many places to choose from and it means a lot that you trust us with something so important as allergies. Hope to continue to take great care of you and your guests in the future! - Katie Clark, General Manager

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great. The service was even better. Can’t wait to go again.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing staff and the food was so delicious!!

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FAQs

Fishing With Dynamite offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Fishing With Dynamite also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 893-6299.

Fishing With Dynamite is rated 4.9 stars by 2953 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 93 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Fishing With Dynamite

1148 Manhattan Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Manhattan Beach Blvd and 12th St.
  • Area
    Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Tapas / Small Plates, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Arrive early for your resy and enjoy shopping at our 60 charming boutiques throughout Downtown Manhattan Beach. Long term parking can be found at https://www.downtownmanhattanbeach.com/parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David LeFevre
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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