Fishing With Dynamite

Upscale Seafoodshort_description_v1
4.8(3,449)
$$$
Closed now
Opens 11:30 AM
Small, upscale seafood restaurant in Manhattan Beach with a lively atmosphere, offering expertly prepared dishes with creative twists and a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients. long_description

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Stop into chef David LeFevre’s Fishing With Dynamite for impeccable seafood prepared with Manhattan Beach flair, from a tremendous raw platter to warm squash rolls and crab cakes.

Eater
Michelin

What to get

The crab legs are a popular choice, as are the oysters. You might also consider the FWD Shrimp Cocktail with zesty cocktail sauce, saffron aioli, mustard remoulade, and yuzu mayo.food

What's the vibe

The cheerful, 32-seat space is anchored by a lively oyster bar, evoking the feeling of summers spent on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and SoCal’s vibrant beach communities. One reviewer noted, "It was a bit tight at the Oyster bar and sun really strong and blinding in those particular seats."ambiance

What people are saying

Reviewers frequently highlight the top-notch, seafood-forward dishes and the efficient service that manages the busy atmosphere well.reviews_potoo

4.8
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
3,449 reviews
OpenTable
4.9 (2,947)
TripAdvisor
4.5 (490)

Details

1148 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Closed now
•  Opens 11:30 AM
eatfwd.com
+1 310-893-6299

About

Chef and co-owner David LeFevre created this 32-seat restaurant as a celebration of summers spent on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and SoCal’s vibrant beach communities. It's been recognized as one of OpenTable’s 100 Best Restaurants in America multiple times and received a Michelin Plate in 2019.story

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