Slay Italian Kitchen

Name: Slay Italian Kitchen
Address: 1001 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA, United States, 90266
Telephone: (424) 257-8301
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

719 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

18 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 19 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Owner and Chef David Slay brings a “Rustic” Italian Menu to his beachside restaurant located in Manhattan Beach, CA. Slay Italian emphasizes a rotating menu with seasonally inspired stone fired pizzas, fresh and dried pastas, roasts, and seafood. Slay also offers fresh ingredients, vegetables, and his very own wine from his Vineyard in Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara … Slay Estate & Vineyard.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(424) 257-8301
Website
https://www.slayitaliankitchen.com/
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
David Slay
Catering
Please email for more information
Private party facilities
Please email for more information

Location
1001 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Area
Manhattan Beach
Cross Street
Manhattan Ave
Parking details
Street parking and parking lots are available. Please review parking enforcement signs.
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

SoupUSD 12.00
Cream of Tomato, Fresh Garden Herbs
Tuna Poke - ItaleUSD 17.00
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Rosemary, Garlic Chips, Calabrian Pepper
Shrimp ScampiUSD 17.00
Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce, Warm White Bean Purée
Steamed MusselsUSD 16.00
Fresh Basil, Tomato, Grilled Bread
Toasted RavioliUSD 12.00
Chard, Spinach, Ricotta Filling, Tomato Basil Dip
Rainbow CarrotsUSD 12.00
Balsamic Glaze, Cipollini Onions, Honey
Venetian PolentaUSD 14.00
Mushroom Ragu, Toasted Rosemary
MeatballsUSD 15.00
Tomato Sauce, Caramelized Onions

Salads

From our Farm @ Slay Estate & Vineyard

Chopped SaladUSD 16.00
Chickpeas, Salami, Pepperoncini, House Vinaigrette
CaesarUSD 12.00
Chilled Romaine, Focaccia Croutons
BurrataUSD 21.00
Roasted Kabocha Squash, Proscuitto, Toasted Pistachio, Honey Balsamic Vinagarette
Fresh Clipped GreensUSD 15.00
Persian Cucumber, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Mornings Harvest of BeetsUSD 15.00
Orange Segments, Fuji Apples, Herbed Goat Cheese

Pizza

MargheritaUSD 23.00
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil, Sea Salt
MarinaraUSD 24.00
Roasted Garlic Slices, Crushed Tomato, Basil, Sea Salt
Funghi & Roasted FennelUSD 25.00
Shitake, Cremini & Oyster Mushrooms, Thyme, Fontina & Pecorino
Manhattan MarketUSD 24.00
Pork Sausage, Tomato, Mozzarella, Fennel Seed
Salami ChiantiUSD 25.00
Arrabiata Sauce, Calabrian Peppers, Goat Cheese, Mozarella
VesuvioUSD 25.00
Tomato Sauce, Fontina, Prosciutto, Greens

Pasta

Pappardelle with Beef RaguUSD 24.00
Mushrooms, Gorgonzola Marsala Sauce
Beet Ravioli Cacio e PepeUSD 22.00
Stuffed with Ricotta, Spinach
Linguini VongoleUSD 26.00
Fresh Clams, Garlic, Leeks
Spaghetti with MeatballsUSD 23.00
Tomato Sauce, Basil, Garlic
Penne PrimaveraUSD 22.00
Olive Oil, Pesto, Garden Vegetables
LasagnaUSD 24.00
Slow Cooked Beef Bolognaise & Béchamel, Grana Padano
RigatoniUSD 23.00
Salsa Rosa, Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil

Entrée

Chicken PicattaUSD 32.00
Sauteed Chicken Breast, Lemon Sauce, Capers, Butter and Parmesan Lumache
CioppinoUSD 29.00
Whitefish Clams, Mussels, Salmon, Tomato, Fennel, Wine Broth
Sole OreganataUSD 29.00
Sautéed Garden Greens, Parmesan, Citrus Sauce, Grilled Lemon
Grilled BranzinoUSD 35.00
Sauteed Escarole, Charred Green Onion Vinaigrette
Herb Crusted Beef Spiedini SkewersUSD 30.00
Marinated Filet, Herb Crust, Pesto Risotto
Osso BuccoUSD 32.00
Slow Cooked Pork Shank, Polenta, Marsala Broth
Grilled Skirt SteakUSD 34.00
Fettuccine with Gorgonzola, Grilled Zucchini
Pan Seared Prime NY SteakUSD 44.00
10 oz. Steak Roasted Pee wee's Potatoes, Mushroom Sauce

Beer & Wine

Corkage: $40 per 750ml bottle. Maximum 2 bottles

Beer

Birra Moretti l'Autentica, Italy 4.6%USD 8.00
Stella Artois, Belgium 5.2%USD 8.00
Firestone Walker 805 Ale, USA 4.6%USD 8.00
Ballast Pointe, Sculpin' IPA, USA 5%USD 7.00
Budweiser, Pale Lager, USA 5%USD 7.00
Bud Light, USA 4%USD 7.00
Buckler, Non-AlcoholicUSD 7.00

Sparkling

Valdo One Sparkling, Rose, Brut, Italy NVUSD 15.00
Stemmari Moscato 2018USD 12.00
Mionetto Prosecco, Italy NVUSD 12.00
Roederer Estate Brut, Anderson Valley NVUSD 17.00
Taittinger la Francaise, Brut NV, ChampagneUSD 95.00

White

Terlato Pinot Grigio, Colli Orientali 2018USD 15.00
Cordon Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Ynez 2019USD 15.00
Roccolo Grassi Soave Broia 2017USD 16.00
Poggio Al Tufo Vermentino, Maremma 2018USD 50.00
La Scolca Gavi dei Gavi, Black Label 2019USD 75.00
SLAYER Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills 2017USD 69.00
SLAY Chardonnay, Verna's Vineyard, Santa Barbara 2017USD 16.00
Sequoia Grove Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017USD 16.00
Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017USD 85.00

Rose

SLAY, Santa Rita Hills 2018USD 16.00
Daou Paso Robles 2019USD 54.00

Tuscany

Piancornello Rosso di Montacino 2017USD 69.00
Villa Caffagio Chianti Classico 2013USD 16.00
Villa Nozzole Chianti Classico 2017USD 50.00
Felsina Berardenga Chianti Classico 2017USD 69.00
Lavite Lucente Sangiovese 2017USD 65.00
Val delle Rose Aurelio, Maremma 2015USD 70.00
La Braccesa Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2016USD 70.00
Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino 2015USD 152.00

Piedmont

Ont Ratti Barbera d'Asti 2018USD 60.00
Borgogno Barbera d'Alba 2018USD 60.00
Paitin Nebbiolo Starda, Langhe 2018USD 16.00
Borgogno Barolo 2014USD 165.00

Other Reds

Pestoni Family Sangiovese, Napa Valley 2018USD 20.00
Aleksander by Sasha Vujacic, Bordeaux Blend, Paso Robles 2014USD 20.00
A. Raffanelli Zinfandel, Sonoma 2017USD 85.00
Justin Isosceles, Paso Robles 2016USD 125.00
Daou Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles 2018USD 15.00
Buehler Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2017USD 17.00
Bella Union by Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2017USD 95.00
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Sonoma County 2016USD 75.00
Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa ValleyUSD 185.00
Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, FranceUSD 175.00
SLAYER Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills 2018USD 20.00
SLAY Pinot Noir, John Sebastiano Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills 2017USD 120.00

What 719 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Slay Italian Kitchen delivers a blend of "outstanding food" and "friendly service" in a cozy atmosphere. With dishes like the "phenomenal squash blossoms" and a "10/10 margarita pizza," it's a top choice for Italian cuisine in Manhattan Beach. Its inviting ambiance and attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience.

719 Reviews

D
Demetrios
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always consistently great. Every time we go to any of the sleigh restaurants. It seemed like last night. It was a little loud but shockingly so usually it’s not that loud.
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Leigh
Central Coast
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience! Food was delicious and the service was outstanding!
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Jolie
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The garlic bread was FANTASTIC. I would go here again and just order that- absolutely a must have if you go here. I went for Valentine’s Day, I felt the music choice was a little weird, but other than that I would say pretty good overall!
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Adam
Unspecified
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food was just okay and service wasn’t the best. Went in for 2 and to start it off we had the toasted ravioli as well as the garlic bread. The toasted ravioli lacked flavor and we personally weren’t a fan of it. The garlic bread was pretty good. We then got the Margarita Pizza ($25), the Penne Primavera ($26) and the Flat Iron Steak ($48), and everything we had just lacked flavor. Expected more out of this place, especially with these prices and the ratings/reviews. The best thing we had was the Garlic Bread. Not only that but, our waiter just seemed as if she didn’t want to be there and as she was pouring our water, she missed the cup and spilled a lot of water on our table, then just walks away. I get that it was valentine’s day but overall, not a great experience.
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Shelley
VIP
Los Angeles
60 reviews
5.0
60 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food is consistently good. We had the foccacia, flat iron steak, lasagna, and a bottle of the restaurant's pinot noir. The restaurant is extremely loud. Our server was uncomfortably intense.
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Jerry
Orange County
57 reviews
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a completely enjoyable experience, the servers were really well trained and attentive. The food was marvelous and not only did it taste fabulous the aesthetic of the plating was also awesome. Good to see the owner chef come out and circulate through the tony eatery. Definitely would recommend.
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joseph
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience, outstanding food!! Staff friendly and addressed all of our needs.
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Mccall
Baton Rouge
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love Slay! It was my second time visiting and it didn’t disappoint. Started with the fried ravioli it was so good. The chopped salad was so fresh and delicious. Margarita pizza was 10/10 and the pasta alla vodka was my favorite. Such a cozy great spot!
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food in cozy but lively atmosphere! The pasta was delicious without being too heavy.
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mark
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food & great service. If you’re looking for a more quaint, intimate experience (than chain Italian food) with authentic tasting food, this is it. Plus you are only a 5 minute walk to the Manhattan Beach Pier. Relatives from out of town loved it too!
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FAQs

Slay Italian Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (424) 257-8301.

Slay Italian Kitchen is rated 4.6 stars by 719 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

18 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1001 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Manhattan Ave
Area
Manhattan Beach
Hours of Operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking and parking lots are available. Please review parking enforcement signs.
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Executive Chef
David Slay
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.slayitaliankitchen.com/
Phone number
(424) 257-8301
Catering
Please email for more information
Private party facilities
Please email for more information

Slay Italian Kitchen

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Specialty Drinks

Carpano AnticaUSD 15.00

Veneziano SpritzUSD 14.00

In House Breads

Focaccia of the DayUSD 5.00

Garlic BreadUSD 7.00

Appetizers & Veggies

SoupUSD 12.00

Tuna Poke - ItaleUSD 17.00

Shrimp ScampiUSD 17.00

Steamed MusselsUSD 16.00

Toasted RavioliUSD 12.00

Rainbow CarrotsUSD 12.00

Venetian PolentaUSD 14.00

MeatballsUSD 15.00

Salads

Chopped SaladUSD 16.00

CaesarUSD 12.00

BurrataUSD 21.00

Fresh Clipped GreensUSD 15.00

Mornings Harvest of BeetsUSD 15.00

Pizza

MargheritaUSD 23.00

MarinaraUSD 24.00

Funghi & Roasted FennelUSD 25.00

Manhattan MarketUSD 24.00

Salami ChiantiUSD 25.00

VesuvioUSD 25.00

Pasta

Pappardelle with Beef RaguUSD 24.00

Beet Ravioli Cacio e PepeUSD 22.00

Linguini VongoleUSD 26.00

Spaghetti with MeatballsUSD 23.00

Penne PrimaveraUSD 22.00

LasagnaUSD 24.00

RigatoniUSD 23.00

Entrée

Chicken PicattaUSD 32.00

CioppinoUSD 29.00

Sole OreganataUSD 29.00

Grilled BranzinoUSD 35.00

Herb Crusted Beef Spiedini SkewersUSD 30.00

Osso BuccoUSD 32.00

Grilled Skirt SteakUSD 34.00

Pan Seared Prime NY SteakUSD 44.00

Beer & Wine

Beer

Birra Moretti l'Autentica, Italy 4.6%USD 8.00

Stella Artois, Belgium 5.2%USD 8.00

Firestone Walker 805 Ale, USA 4.6%USD 8.00

Ballast Pointe, Sculpin' IPA, USA 5%USD 7.00

Budweiser, Pale Lager, USA 5%USD 7.00

Bud Light, USA 4%USD 7.00

Buckler, Non-AlcoholicUSD 7.00

Sparkling

Valdo One Sparkling, Rose, Brut, Italy NVUSD 15.00

Stemmari Moscato 2018USD 12.00

Mionetto Prosecco, Italy NVUSD 12.00

Roederer Estate Brut, Anderson Valley NVUSD 17.00

Taittinger la Francaise, Brut NV, ChampagneUSD 95.00

White

Terlato Pinot Grigio, Colli Orientali 2018USD 15.00

Cordon Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Ynez 2019USD 15.00

Roccolo Grassi Soave Broia 2017USD 16.00

Poggio Al Tufo Vermentino, Maremma 2018USD 50.00

La Scolca Gavi dei Gavi, Black Label 2019USD 75.00

SLAYER Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills 2017USD 69.00

SLAY Chardonnay, Verna's Vineyard, Santa Barbara 2017USD 16.00

Sequoia Grove Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017USD 16.00

Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017USD 85.00

Rose

SLAY, Santa Rita Hills 2018USD 16.00

Daou Paso Robles 2019USD 54.00

Tuscany

Piancornello Rosso di Montacino 2017USD 69.00