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Fishing With Dynamite, Manhattan Beach, CA
Award-winning

Fishing With Dynamite

4.9
4.9
2950 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • 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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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
    (310) 893-6299
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David LeFevre
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    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, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wine

What 2,950 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
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Los Angeles

    Seafood

  • Beach Cities

    Best Overall

  • Beach Cities

    Best Food

  • Beach Cities

    Best Service

  • Beach Cities

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fishing With Dynamite offers a cozy seaside experience with "amazing food," "outstanding service," and "fantastic location." Known for its "best oysters & seafood," this Manhattan Beach gem delights with "creative selections" and a "thoughtful menu." The "key lime pie" is a must-try, and reservations are recommended.

2,950 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    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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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  4. Michael VIP

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience as always. Best restaurant in Manhattan Beach. No contest.

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  5. Julie VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oysters,Peruvian scallops,tuna tartar Oh My!!!

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  6. Cynthia VIP

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food selection and quality is always wonderful.

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  7. Eric VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Love to support a South Bay restaurant but these portion sizes and prices are just disrespectful lol.

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  8. JayfromHermosa VIP

    Los Angeles211 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu is excellent with a wide range of appetizers and entrees. Service is excellent and wine choices great.

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  9. elisac VIP

    Los Angeles15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Usually love FWD but the Dine LA menu was a miss. The staff were amazing though as usual.

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  10. Erik VIP

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not a single bad dish on the menu. Liked it so much went twice in 1 week.

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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 2950 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 58 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wine
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