Slay Italian Kitchen

4.6

703 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

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
Neighborhood
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Soup$12.00
Cream of Tomato, Fresh Garden Herbs
Tuna Poke - Itale$17.00
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Rosemary, Garlic Chips, Calabrian Pepper
Shrimp Scampi$17.00
Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce, Warm White Bean Purée
Steamed Mussels$16.00
Fresh Basil, Tomato, Grilled Bread
Toasted Ravioli$12.00
Chard, Spinach, Ricotta Filling, Tomato Basil Dip
Rainbow Carrots$12.00
Balsamic Glaze, Cipollini Onions, Honey
Venetian Polenta$14.00
Mushroom Ragu, Toasted Rosemary
Meatballs$15.00
Tomato Sauce, Caramelized Onions

Salads

From our Farm @ Slay Estate & Vineyard

Chopped Salad$16.00
Chickpeas, Salami, Pepperoncini, House Vinaigrette
Caesar$12.00
Chilled Romaine, Focaccia Croutons
Burrata$21.00
Roasted Kabocha Squash, Proscuitto, Toasted Pistachio, Honey Balsamic Vinagarette
Fresh Clipped Greens$15.00
Persian Cucumber, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Mornings Harvest of Beets$15.00
Orange Segments, Fuji Apples, Herbed Goat Cheese

Pizza

Margherita$23.00
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil, Sea Salt
Marinara$24.00
Roasted Garlic Slices, Crushed Tomato, Basil, Sea Salt
Funghi & Roasted Fennel$25.00
Shitake, Cremini & Oyster Mushrooms, Thyme, Fontina & Pecorino
Manhattan Market$24.00
Pork Sausage, Tomato, Mozzarella, Fennel Seed
Salami Chianti$25.00
Arrabiata Sauce, Calabrian Peppers, Goat Cheese, Mozarella
Vesuvio$25.00
Tomato Sauce, Fontina, Prosciutto, Greens

Pasta

Pappardelle with Beef Ragu$24.00
Mushrooms, Gorgonzola Marsala Sauce
Beet Ravioli Cacio e Pepe$22.00
Stuffed with Ricotta, Spinach
Linguini Vongole$26.00
Fresh Clams, Garlic, Leeks
Spaghetti with Meatballs$23.00
Tomato Sauce, Basil, Garlic
Penne Primavera$22.00
Olive Oil, Pesto, Garden Vegetables
Lasagna$24.00
Slow Cooked Beef Bolognaise & Béchamel, Grana Padano
Rigatoni$23.00
Salsa Rosa, Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil

Entrée

Chicken Picatta$32.00
Sauteed Chicken Breast, Lemon Sauce, Capers, Butter and Parmesan Lumache
Cioppino$29.00
Whitefish Clams, Mussels, Salmon, Tomato, Fennel, Wine Broth
Sole Oreganata$29.00
Sautéed Garden Greens, Parmesan, Citrus Sauce, Grilled Lemon
Grilled Branzino$35.00
Sauteed Escarole, Charred Green Onion Vinaigrette
Herb Crusted Beef Spiedini Skewers$30.00
Marinated Filet, Herb Crust, Pesto Risotto
Osso Bucco$32.00
Slow Cooked Pork Shank, Polenta, Marsala Broth
Grilled Skirt Steak$34.00
Fettuccine with Gorgonzola, Grilled Zucchini
Pan Seared Prime NY Steak$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%$8.00
Stella Artois, Belgium 5.2%$8.00
Firestone Walker 805 Ale, USA 4.6%$8.00
Ballast Pointe, Sculpin' IPA, USA 5%$7.00
Budweiser, Pale Lager, USA 5%$7.00
Bud Light, USA 4%$7.00
Buckler, Non-Alcoholic$7.00

Sparkling

Valdo One Sparkling, Rose, Brut, Italy NV$15.00
Stemmari Moscato 2018$12.00
Mionetto Prosecco, Italy NV$12.00
Roederer Estate Brut, Anderson Valley NV$17.00
Taittinger la Francaise, Brut NV, Champagne$95.00

White

Terlato Pinot Grigio, Colli Orientali 2018$15.00
Cordon Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Ynez 2019$15.00
Roccolo Grassi Soave Broia 2017$16.00
Poggio Al Tufo Vermentino, Maremma 2018$50.00
La Scolca Gavi dei Gavi, Black Label 2019$75.00
SLAYER Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills 2017$69.00
SLAY Chardonnay, Verna's Vineyard, Santa Barbara 2017$16.00
Sequoia Grove Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017$16.00
Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017$85.00

Rose

SLAY, Santa Rita Hills 2018$16.00
Daou Paso Robles 2019$54.00

Tuscany

Piancornello Rosso di Montacino 2017$69.00
Villa Caffagio Chianti Classico 2013$16.00
Villa Nozzole Chianti Classico 2017$50.00
Felsina Berardenga Chianti Classico 2017$69.00
Lavite Lucente Sangiovese 2017$65.00
Val delle Rose Aurelio, Maremma 2015$70.00
La Braccesa Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2016$70.00
Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino 2015$152.00

Piedmont

Ont Ratti Barbera d'Asti 2018$60.00
Borgogno Barbera d'Alba 2018$60.00
Paitin Nebbiolo Starda, Langhe 2018$16.00
Borgogno Barolo 2014$165.00

Other Reds

Pestoni Family Sangiovese, Napa Valley 2018$20.00
Aleksander by Sasha Vujacic, Bordeaux Blend, Paso Robles 2014$20.00
A. Raffanelli Zinfandel, Sonoma 2017$85.00
Justin Isosceles, Paso Robles 2016$125.00
Daou Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles 2018$15.00
Buehler Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2017$17.00
Bella Union by Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2017$95.00
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Sonoma County 2016$75.00
Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley$185.00
Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France$175.00
SLAYER Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills 2018$20.00
SLAY Pinot Noir, John Sebastiano Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills 2017$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 December 13, 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 December 9, 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 December 8, 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 December 8, 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 December 7, 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 December 1, 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 November 30, 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 November 24, 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 November 21, 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 reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1001 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Manhattan Ave
Neighborhood
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, 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 reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Margherita

Marinara

Chicken Picatta

Specialty Drinks

Carpano Antica$15.00

Veneziano Spritz$14.00

In House Breads

Focaccia of the Day$5.00

Garlic Bread$7.00

Appetizers & Veggies

Soup$12.00

Tuna Poke - Itale$17.00

Shrimp Scampi$17.00

Steamed Mussels$16.00

Toasted Ravioli$12.00

Rainbow Carrots$12.00

Venetian Polenta$14.00

Meatballs$15.00

Salads

Chopped Salad$16.00

Caesar$12.00

Burrata$21.00

Fresh Clipped Greens$15.00

Mornings Harvest of Beets$15.00

Pizza

Margherita$23.00

Marinara$24.00

Funghi & Roasted Fennel$25.00

Manhattan Market$24.00

Salami Chianti$25.00

Vesuvio$25.00

Pasta

Pappardelle with Beef Ragu$24.00

Beet Ravioli Cacio e Pepe$22.00

Linguini Vongole$26.00

Spaghetti with Meatballs$23.00

Penne Primavera$22.00

Lasagna$24.00

Rigatoni$23.00

Entrée

Chicken Picatta$32.00

Cioppino$29.00

Sole Oreganata$29.00

Grilled Branzino$35.00

Herb Crusted Beef Spiedini Skewers$30.00

Osso Bucco$32.00

Grilled Skirt Steak$34.00

Pan Seared Prime NY Steak$44.00

Beer & Wine

Beer

Birra Moretti l'Autentica, Italy 4.6%$8.00

Stella Artois, Belgium 5.2%$8.00

Firestone Walker 805 Ale, USA 4.6%$8.00

Ballast Pointe, Sculpin' IPA, USA 5%$7.00

Budweiser, Pale Lager, USA 5%$7.00

Bud Light, USA 4%$7.00

Buckler, Non-Alcoholic$7.00

Sparkling

Valdo One Sparkling, Rose, Brut, Italy NV$15.00

Stemmari Moscato 2018$12.00

Mionetto Prosecco, Italy NV$12.00

Roederer Estate Brut, Anderson Valley NV$17.00

Taittinger la Francaise, Brut NV, Champagne$95.00

White

Terlato Pinot Grigio, Colli Orientali 2018$15.00

Cordon Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Ynez 2019$15.00

Roccolo Grassi Soave Broia 2017$16.00

Poggio Al Tufo Vermentino, Maremma 2018$50.00

La Scolca Gavi dei Gavi, Black Label 2019$75.00

SLAYER Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills 2017$69.00

SLAY Chardonnay, Verna's Vineyard, Santa Barbara 2017$16.00

Sequoia Grove Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017$16.00

Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017$85.00

Rose

SLAY, Santa Rita Hills 2018$16.00