Best Lunch Restaurants in El Segundo

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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Beach CitiesDowntownLong Beach / CatalinaSouth LAWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-WilshireWestside

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Beverly HillsBrentwoodCentury CityCulver CityDowntownEl Segundo

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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1. The Strand House

4.7

Exceptional(3218)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 83 times today

The Strand House is a sophisticated yet comfortable family-owned restaurant conceived by a small group of South Bay families out of their love for great food, wine and friends. With floor to ceiling glass windows and 180° sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, world travelers and locals alike may come for the view, but stay for Chef Chris Park’s Coastal California Cuisine.Our menu highlights the bounty of produce available year round in Southern California. Each week, our chefs roam the farmers market sourcing directly from the best farmers and purveyors around. The Strand House is also home to a thoughtful and carefully crafted cocktail and wine program that is sure to please each of our guests.We are located in beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach, just steps from the famous Manhattan Beach Pier. The Strand House offers a five-star experience with the warmth and hospitality you would expect from a beach town, where each guest is treated like family.

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2. JOEY Manhattan Beach

4.7

Exceptional(308)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 149 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan Village, our third Southern California location feels like a lush oasis. Extending over 9,400 square feet with an expansive 2,160 square foot patio, there’s plenty of room for all. Vibrant abstract artwork by local California artist Amber Goldhammer gives this space the positive vibes of an endless summer.

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3. North Italia - El Segundo

4.7

Exceptional(3256)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • El Segundo

Booked 59 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

4. zinc@shade

4.3

Awesome(287)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 6 times today

A true fusion of coastal living with Los Angeles nightlife. Start with a craft cocktail and some of our unique small plates or order one of our mains with a glass from our extensive California wine list. Cool, hip, comfortable, inviting, we transcend the traditional beach feel with modern blurred lines that blend indoor-outdoor living.Join us for our weekly specials including: $10 Daily Shade Hour$17 Lunch Lover's Combo Available Monday - Friday Live Music Thursdays and Sundays

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5. BOA Steakhouse - Manhattan Beach

4.7

Exceptional(331)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 25 times today

Simply put, BOA is unlike any other steakhouse. We reinvented the traditional American steakhouse to fashion a distinctly unique dining experience. That experience is bold, modern and innovative. From the seductively stylish interior to the dry-aged prime steaks, BOA’s vibrant ambiance is as alluring as the cuisine itself.

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6. Manhattan Beach Post

4.6

Exceptional(4528)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 58 times today

Manhattan Beach Post (M.B. Post), a soulful, highly personal restaurant by Chef and co-owner David LeFevre brings a playful, artisan menu of small shared plates, hand-crafted cocktails, and small production wines to the South Bay. M.B. Post is the culmination of 15 years of work, travel, and finely honed technique in the world's most vibrant culinary communities by Michelin-stared chef, David LeFevre. Renowned for his fine-dining experience and seafood mastery at Water Grill, LeFevre returns to his culinary roots with a more rustic menu, built to be shared and served in a gracious and welcoming environment.

7. Esperanza

4.7

Exceptional(767)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Inspired by both Cabo San Lucas’ beautiful coast and Mexico City’s vibrant cosmopolitan neighborhoods, Esperanza’s thoughtful design blurs the lines between art and function. Masterfully designed by internationally renowned Islandic architect Gulla Jónsdóttir, Esperanza’s interiors reflect an elevated coastal ambiance that exaggerates the grandeur of a beach town villa.Chef Ray Alvarez oversees a menu featuring fresh interpretations of Sonoran cuisine while Head Mixologists John Fox and Kevin Williams developed Esperanza’s bar program to not only include delicious and playful cocktails, but the two have also created the largest tequila list and mezcal collection in the South Bay.

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8. Fleming's Steakhouse - El Segundo

4.5

Awesome(2406)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • El Segundo

Booked 37 times today

Your El Segundo Fleming's is located on the northeast corner of Rosecrans Avenue and Douglas Boulevard near the Marriott Manhattan Beach Golf Club. Fleming's in El Segundo is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

9. Jame

4.8

Exceptional(1050)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • El Segundo

Booked 21 times today

Jame is Jackson and Melissa Kalb's first restaurant, focused on Southern Italian cooking and way of life. Jame's vision is to use local, market-driven ingredients to create delicious and unique Italian dishes. This is particularly true in the hand-rolled pastas, but is also seen in other popular dishes like the crispy brussels sprouts, kale salad, and Crispy Braised "Coop's" pork shank. Join us next door at John Thomas Bar where Chef Jackson highlights sophisticated twists on classic cocktails for those who are looking for some late night fun. Take a quick trip to Southern Italy and be a guest in our home.

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10. Fishing With Dynamite

4.9

Exceptional(2949)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 42 times today

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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OpenTable DinerVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
If you want to have a quiet and/or personal conversation, go elsewhere. Food and service is very good, but noise level detracts from the overall experience.
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The Strand HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
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4.7
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JackD
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very nice evening celebrating my wife’s birthday.
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JOEY Manhattan BeachPrice: Expensive• American• Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
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4.7
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Edward
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Oz our server was amazing. The food was great. An overall great evening.
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BOA Steakhouse - Manhattan BeachPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
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4.7
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MDMBVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Love zinc lounge Everyone is so nice - excellent food.
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zinc@shadePrice: Moderate• Californian• Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
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4.3
OT
OpenTable DinerVIP
Los Angeles •12 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
North Italia is a great local restaurant. We go there often. It’s consistently reliable. Service is a bit slow but staff are always friendly and helpful.
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North Italia - El SegundoPrice: Moderate• Italian• El Segundo
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4.7