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

703 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 21 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

Popular dishes

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 703 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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Slay Italian Kitchen in Manhattan Beach is a delightful culinary destination that consistently impresses. Guests rave about its "amazing food and service," highlighting the "best pizza in town" and exceptional pasta dishes like the pork ragú. The atmosphere is "comfortable and relaxed," making it perfect for both family gatherings and intimate dinners. Enjoy a curated wine selection and remarkable dishes in a bustling yet inviting setting.

703 Reviews

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Karla
VIP
Denver
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed the beet salad and Funghi/Fennel Pizza which were delish. The staff and location were also great. One of the waiters walked us a few doors down to a Speakeasy and we safely bar hopped later in the vicinity. Made for a very enjoyable night.
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David
VIP
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Slay was very gracious, and spent time getting to know our table...Very real guy with the food to match...Some real old school hospitailty and a very personal touch...Only wish it were closer to home...Loved the Spinach pasta and Ossobuco....And the Pizza, great crust
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Timothy
VIP
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Brianna was lovely and did a marvelous job managing our happy group… We had the pleasure of meeting Chef David Slay and look forward to visiting again…
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No
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
We were celebrating a birthday, so I just expected more, but I guess restaurants don’t give you more and excitement when they ask if you are celebrating anything and you tell them you are celebrating a birthday. The restaurant does not have their own outdoor patio. There are just tables and chairs they put out on the side walk. We had garlic bread, calamari, ceasar salad with salmon, fettuccine with shrimp, squash blossoms, and lasagna, all the food we ordered could have used a little salt. The bottomless mimosas is just some frozen fruit comes out to you in a glass and then the waitress pours champagne over it. I like a very attentive and helpful waitress but this waitress came coming over to our table so much so that it felt like we could hardly have a conversation because she was interrupting us. I think this place is not for celebrating any occasions but is perfect if you are walking or cruising the neighborhood and would like to pop in for a bite to eat. The holiday music coming from the various businesses was a plus but I think that was because everyone was getting ready for the holiday fireworks that were to take place later in the night.
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Ninnett
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Had been to Slay 2 times before and found the food to not be a good as it had been. The cioppino broth was very salty but had waited to sit so chose to not send back. Staff was great but for the price would not go back.
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Hemlata
VIP
Los Angeles
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very expensive loud server not helpful Seating in awkward spot pizza was dry and cold
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Patrick
VIP
Hawaii
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dinner was delicious, love the lasagna!! Salads are always amazing too!! Great evening spent with friends!!
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Renata
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. Service was good and food came fast. Nice ambience.
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Elaine
VIP
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service 5 stars! One of the best restaurants in manhattan beach! Highly recommend!!!
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Mary
Los Angeles
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We’ve been coming to Slay Italian for several years as a tradition for one of our birthdays. We decided this would be our last year. The food is goodish but not great, with some dishes (flat iron steak, osso buco) being really sub-par. The service is always very good, but that alone is not enough to warrant our return. The straw that breaks the camel’s back is the wine list. The list is populated heavily by the Slay brand, with the one Chardonnay offered being $125. The price points of the wines do not match the quality of the food. With so many good Italian places nearby, e.g. Bottle Inn Hermosa and Di Roma Torrance, we will be scratching Slay Italian off our list.
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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 703 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 21 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

Margherita

Marinara

Chicken Picatta

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