Best Cozy Restaurants in Compton

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1. Hasu Izakaya & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(97)

Price: Expensive

• Izakaya • Torrance / Carson

Booked 10 times today

We are serving traditional Japanese Yakitori and Sake.

2. The Strand House

4.6

Exceptional(3148)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach

Booked 39 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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3. Fishing With Dynamite

4.9

Exceptional(2907)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Manhattan Beach

Booked 30 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.

4. Esperanza

4.6

Exceptional(741)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Manhattan Beach

Booked 35 times today

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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5. JOEY Manhattan Beach

4.5

Awesome(94)

Price: Expensive

• American • Manhattan Beach

Booked 114 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.

6. Olive and Rose

4.7

Exceptional(36)

Price: Very Expensive

• Bistro • Long Beach

Booked 7 times today

Founded by sibling duo Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Pretty, Olive & Rose is a culinary destination born from their shared passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality. We'v reimagined the dining experience as a neo-bistro, where classic French techniques with a twist meet vibrant flavors that are unmistakably Californian. Each dish tells a story of flavor, texture, and creativity—a reflection of Chef Philip Pretty’s entire culinary career.From sourcing local, seasonal ingredients to minimizing food waste and reducing our environmental footprint, we’re proud to continue the sustainable dining legacy of our sister restaurant, Heritage, by incorporating green certified and green Michelin star practices into our operations.Our dining area is a covered patio, please dress accordingly.We are reservation only, please call if you have any difficulty booking online. We look forward to hosting you!

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7. Izakaya Hachi Torrance

4.7

Exceptional(290)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Torrance / Carson

Booked 14 times today

Izakaya Hachi is an authentic Japanese restaurant serving Japanese tapas, Yakitori, fresh oysters, ShabuShabu, traditional Sushi, and a unique variety of Sake.To maintain the social distance guideline, we will check all customer's temperature and ask to sanitize your hands before entering the restaurant. We have a 15 minutes grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time. Party of 1 or 2 may go to a bar counter seat when a busy hour. If you prefer a table seat, please tell a representative or leave a comment about it. However, we may not be able to honor all requests. We look forward to serving you!

8. The Arthur J

4.8

Exceptional(2901)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Manhattan Beach

Booked 55 times today

At The Arthur J, beef is our passion. When you combine our ability to source the best beef in the world, cooking with an incredible natural wood fire grill, and friendly thoughtful service, an incredible quality steak is born. This is why we offer the best USDA Prime, True Japanese Wagyu, and Black Angus Beef. Unlike most pedestrian steak houses, Each one of our Steaks is cooked skillfully by our Grill Master over a stoked live fire with smoking white oak embers. Our steaks are available both wet-and dry-aged and well as Bone-in, grilled to perfection our magnificent J&R Woodfire Grill.

9. Georgia's Lounge

4.9

Exceptional(223)

Price: Expensive

• Lounge • Redondo Beach

Booked 7 times today

A sophisticated, sleek lounge where the bartenders remember your name. The eclectic tapas menu offers comforting bar bites and rich treats to satisfy those late-night munchies. The cocktail program features classic and uniquely crafted cocktails from fresh, local ingredients. Expect local craft Beers and spirits to challenge the more adventurous drinkers. We have extra parking available every night from 6 pm -12:30 am. Look for the parking lot across the street from Georgia's Lounge, entrance via Huntington Lane at 1444 Aviation Blvd.

10. Love and Salt

4.7

Exceptional(1994)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Manhattan Beach

Booked 26 times today

Love and Salt is a story that begins with Cafe Pierre, a restaurant birthed by Guy Gabriele in 1977 to bring a taste of France to Los Angeles’ South Bay. While Cafe Pierre was a beloved part of the community for nearly 37 years, in 2014, Guy and his daughter Sylvie Gabriele, now the owner of Love and Salt, closed the restaurant to bring new life to the iconic space.Love and Salt is a philosophy: that food needs only two ingredients to be great. It’s a sensibility that informs the feeling in the restaurant and the dishes on the menu — Italian-inspired with Southern California soul. An approachable wine list and classic cocktail program similarly reflect the vibrant SoCal setting of the restaurant, located just steps from the Manhattan Beach pier.

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Stevevip
San Diego •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great spot of the view of the Manhattan Beach Pier and the Ocean and Catalina Island! Everything ordered was excellent and tasty. Definitely a lot of value for what you spend on a delicious meal.
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The Strand HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manhattan Beach
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4.6
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CRAIG
Los Angeles •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent meal and service. Always enjoy dining at Hasu - the quality of the Yakitori and other menu items is top notch.
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Hasu Izakaya & GrillPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Torrance / Carson
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4.7
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Jessica
Los Angeles •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always a great dining experience! Yummy food & cocktails.
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EsperanzaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Manhattan Beach
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4.6
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Christinevip
Orange County •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent selection of oysters. King crab legs are incredible but very expensive. The bread and chowder make the meal. Worth the cost for special occasions..
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Fishing With DynamitePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Manhattan Beach
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4.9
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Tiffanyvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This place ALWAYS exceeds my expectations in food, ambiance, and service! Once I met the manager, Jennifer, I understood why. From the personal welcome, to her attention to detail, she makes you feel like you've walked into an establishment that appreciates it's patrons . I'm new to California and the area so it meant so much to receive such a pleasant experience. She is the reason that I now visit this location at least twice a week. Any meeting or visitor coming into town, this is where I take them first!! I can ALWAYS count on Jennifer and her team to provide excellent service. BIG THANKS to Jennifer for your genuine, accommodating spirit and for passing that down to your staff. I was there last night and will be back later this week! If you haven't experienced this place, RUN, don't walk. You won't regret it! TEN STARS!!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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JOEY Manhattan BeachPrice: Expensive• American• Manhattan Beach
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4.5

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56 restaurants available nearby

1. Hasu Izakaya & Grill

2. The Strand House

3. Fishing With Dynamite

4. Esperanza

5. JOEY Manhattan Beach

6. Olive and Rose

7. Izakaya Hachi Torrance

8. The Arthur J

9. Georgia's Lounge

10. Love and Salt

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