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Fishing With Dynamite, Manhattan Beach, CA
Award-winning

Fishing With Dynamite

4.9
4.9
2958 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
1148 Manhattan Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Tapas / Small Plates, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    David LeFevre
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Manhattan 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, Takeout, View, Wine

Experiences

  • 12th Anniversary Lobster Boil Dinner 2025

    $130.00 per person

    Apr 29, 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 2,958 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 is a seafood haven in Manhattan Beach, lauded for its "best oyster bar in town" and "phenomenal" service. Guests rave about the "incredible" seafood, from Peruvian scallops to fish tacos. The intimate setting offers a "fun and chill" atmosphere, perfect for special occasions or casual dining.

2,958 Reviews
  1. eberto

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Experience and Excellent Food, The Whole Staff was very polite and respectful, we arrived very late and still they accommodated us and treated us like a Real Champs, we definitely recommend this place and if you really like fresh sea food, get the “Mothershacker” It is Excellent.

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  2. Allen

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the bouillabaisse! And the oysters! Excellent service.

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  3. Theresa VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was spectacular! Caesar, scallops, chowder, shrimp and fish tacos, key lime pie, champagne, service! Had me craving more shrimp tacos next day and I have re-booked for this Friday!

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  4. Meka VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    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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  5. Eileen VIP

    Edinburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food although wish we had more understanding of the menu. Service amazing.

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  6. Laura

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 2, 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 on April 5, 2025
    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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  7. Luis VIP

    Phoenix4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 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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  8. DanO

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 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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  9. Susan

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience and meal! We especially enjoyed sitting at the counter bar and getting to know John! What a gem!!!

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  10. Nichole VIP

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 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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FAQs

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

Fishing With Dynamite is rated 4.9 stars by 2958 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 51 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.
  • Neighborhood
    Manhattan Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, View, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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