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Fishing with Dynamite

Seafood Restaurant$$$$

Downtown Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach

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Has a stamp of approval from Los Angeles Times and Eater
"Get the Peruvian Scallops, Hamachi, and the Koshihikari Rice."(6 Tips)
"Hamachi,Cape cod squash rolls with rosemary butter"(3 Tips)
"Also the key lime pie was amazing and I'm from Florida."(7 Tips)
"Always include Puruvian scallops in the mix"(2 Tips)

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EaterMay 9, 2016
Continually packed, this focused seafood endeavor in Manhattan Beach has everything from pristine shellfish to imaginative composed dishes that span world flavors. Read more
James MyhreApril 3, 2019
Exceptional restaurant! Fantastic, friendly service and amazing food. Favorites are the puruvian scallop, oysters, hamachi crudo, salmon tartare, mussels. They also have a very accomplished bartender.
EaterOctober 30, 2013
Expect a mixed batch of old and new seafood dishes, alongside a thoughtful list of intoxicants. Early standouts are the Thai Shellfish Coconut Soup, Albacore Tartare, and Loup de Mer.
Michael Ashley SchulmanSeptember 1, 2021
A notable seafood dining establishment. Reservations are highly recommended Food tends to be very good and service tends to be outstanding.
Jim McMickenJuly 23, 2017
We did the Dine LA menu, what an incredible deal! I had the raw bar appetizer, blue crab po'boy entree, and salted caramel pretzel bread pudding with mascarpone ice cream. So good!
Mariefe RamosOctober 4, 2014
Quick! Get the Maryland Soft Shell Blue Crab Po' Boy b4 it's off the menu. Today is the last day! Peruvian Scallops w/grapefruit is so refreshing together. Squash Rolls w/Rosemary Butter are great.
Penny HalvorsenOctober 16, 2022
Every dish I have tried here is outstanding. The fish dishes are done to perfection . A great accompaniment to your meal are the Parker House Rolls. Highly recommend the Key Lime Pie for dessert.
Kelli BarnesApril 2, 2020
This is a great restaurant with authentic food for a good price. I really enjoyed a variety of dishes on the menu and all was presented well. Kudos to the owner and the management. Highly recommended!
Danny TrejoAugust 7, 2015
The sea urchin, and the NZ oysters where on point. Also the key lime pie was amazing and I'm from Florida. Very impressed. Can't wait to go back!!!
BiancaOctober 30, 2021
Crescent moon oysters, seared scallops and crab cake, all with some glasses of champagne 💫 Delicious!! The heirloom tomatoes & tuna tomato tostadas are amazing, but that’s seasonal.
Priscilla @shescookinJanuary 12, 2014
Sit at the bar. We enjoyed having Kevin as our server and the chowder, hamachi and Arctic Char salad with a runny egg were all excellent!
John CassilloJanuary 30, 2018
Reservations are a must due to small space. Try as much of the amazing seafood dishes as you can.
AmateurConciergeApril 9, 2023
I assumed that MB Post was the head and shoulders champion of MB, but didn’t realize it’s less hyped neighbor may be superior. Caesar and tuna tartare at lunch, both amazing!
Josh WoodJune 12, 2019
Everything is amazing. Get oysters then let them guide you through their well thought out menu.
Vinny La BarberaFebruary 25, 2016
Everything was incredible, but two things I'd say that you MUST try are the Hamachi and the Key Lime Pie.
Mike WiseDecember 24, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Always include Puruvian scallops in the mix from your raw bar selection and save room for pumpkin pie with salted caramel whipped cream or that key lime pie!
Tamara DOctober 16, 2015
Peruvian scallops,Hamachi,Cape cod squash rolls with rosemary butter, Rockfish and shrimp ceviche all amazing !
Tasting TableMay 5, 2016
This tiny fish spot on Manhattan Beach aims to please with deliciously fresh seafare. Try the Peruvian scallops and shrimp ceviche. Read more
Bill LyonsApril 12, 2015
Only twelve tables. Super tiny spot but worth it. They turn the tunes up loud just incase there are any real #loudtalkers around (you know the people that have no inside voice)
Jim San-MartinJuly 25, 2016
Amazing King Crab, Blue Crab, Crab cakes, ceviche and hamachi!!! Get it all....oh and the service was the best I've ever had!!!
Scott MesserMay 17, 2013
Try to snag one of the two "reservation tables" on Opentable, otherwise its walk-ins. THIS is the best seafood restaurant in the South Bay.
Eugene NgaiAugust 25, 2013
The platters are very good but highlight was the Thai Shellfish and Coconut Soup. Chowdah was good too, not thickened like the one at Legal Seafood (in Boston).
Devon BMay 3, 2015
The scallops, sea bass, and beet salad. Service was top notch, too!
Corinne LeeJuly 14, 2014
The small plates are larger than the average tapas. Go for 2 and a side for a lunch for 2.
Mike WiseDecember 24, 2014
Been here 10+ times
You have to try the pretzel brownie with homemade ice cream - trust me!
Matt SzenicsMarch 16, 2017
Dude, all the seafood is dope af. Make sure you get dat key lime pie at the end, though. It's major 🔑 (🍋).
Tamara DOctober 16, 2015
This restaurant is amazing. This is the pretzel pudding amazing!
Roy ChinJuly 6, 2015
Get the Peruvian Scallops, Hamachi, and the Koshihikari Rice. All are amazing dishes!
Chris GampatSeptember 2, 2019
The people here are as lovely as their food.
Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014
Forgo the usual mignonette and cocktail adornment for ponzu, yuzu koshu mayo or saffron aioli. Read more
Brian SmithFebruary 6, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Pretzel bread pudding is amazing. Expert tip: pair it with some Don Julio 1942.
Oscar TrellesAugust 21, 2015
If you try one thing, let it be the Peruvian scallops. They are truly amazing.
Los AngelesSeptember 17, 2013
The raw bar, which includes a dozen or so varieties of oysters, is one of the best in LA.
Dan GoodwinAugust 11, 2014
Great seafood and terrific cocktail list.
Curt GibbsDecember 24, 2014
Been here 5+ times
A visit to fishing with Dynamite is not complete without an order of squash rolls
Aaron NJuly 16, 2014
Swordfish, fish tacos, pretzel and choko bread pudding- outstanding!
Eugene KovshilovskyDecember 31, 2013
Try the key lime pie for dessert. It's a good size for 2 people to share.
Odile RoujolSeptember 28, 2020
Santa Barbara urchins and the soft shell crab 🦀
Varqa Rouhipour2 weeks ago
Hamachi appetizer was good. Fish tacos and crabcakes were OK. Keylime pie was good but not as amazing as advertised.
Mary VruwinkJanuary 5, 2020
Excellent food! Make sure to get the clam chowder
Luke LutherMarch 17, 2022
Service, presentation, food - all excellent.
Dave HolopMay 6, 2013
Can't go wrong on the menu. Save room for the bread pudding.
Tina AbourayaMarch 24, 2015
Order some Kusshi oysters, jumbo shrimp, the crab cake and a glass of Sancerre.
Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014
If you're all in, a fat Mothershucker ($160) platter serves them all prettied up on ice and garnished with strands of seaweed. Read more
OliverSeptember 7, 2015
Everything. Oysters, scallops, desserts, everything!!!!
Steve KnierAugust 9, 2013
Spectacular. Chilled platter and sauces were outstanding,
M HansenNovember 16, 2018
Best seafood in Manhattan Beach. Hands down.
Joni KukkohoviSeptember 15, 2015
Fish tacos were fantastic!
Matteo P.January 28
Exceptionally good! Hidden gem
Vince DarmaliAugust 5, 2021
A great seafood restaurant in Manhattan Beach.

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