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Best of El Porto

Best of El Porto

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Created by Jon Berry • Updated On: April 30, 2015

El Porto was founded in 1911. Despite attempts by Manhattan Beach to erase its name & history, it remains a laid-back, colorful, & eclectic neighborhood centered around one of SoCal's best surf spots.

El Porto is one of Best of El Porto.

1. El Porto

Manhattan Beach, CA
Neighborhood · 8 tips and reviews

Jon B.Jon Berry: Locals know its not "North Manhattan Beach"

Katsu! is one of Best of El Porto.

2. Katsu!

302 Rosecrans Ave (Highland), Manhattan Beach, CA
Japanese Restaurant · North End · 13 tips and reviews

Jon B.Jon Berry: my fav sushi anywhere in LA. Don't miss the crispy spicy tuna; but also try the yellowtail nigiri - with the sliver of jalapeno - best preparation I've had: amazing.

OB's Pub & Grill is one of Best of El Porto.

3. OB's Pub & Grill

8.2
3610 Highland Ave (at 36th St), Manhattan Beach, CA
Restaurant · North End · 19 tips and reviews

Lisa B.Lisa Bregman: There's nothing better than Taco Tuesday at OB's

The bike path is one of Best of El Porto.

4. The bike path

Manhattan Beach, CA
Beach · North End · 1 tip

Jon B.Jon Berry: trivia: the bike path runs along the route the Pacific Railway Green Car and Pacific Electric Red Car Trolley System used to run from 1903 to 1940.

El Porto Beach is one of Best of El Porto.

5. El Porto Beach

8.9
4400 The Strand (at 44th St), Manhattan Beach, CA
Beach · North End · 18 tips and reviews

6. El Tarasco Restaurant

7.5
316 Rosecrans Ave (N Highland Ave), Manhattan Beach, CA
Mexican Restaurant · North End · 21 tips and reviews

D G.D G: These dudes are cool and the food rocks

Easton Gym Mahattan Beach is one of Best of El Porto.

7. Easton Gym Mahattan Beach

7.9
4005 Highland Ave (40th St.), Manhattan Beach, CA
Gym · North End · 2 tips and reviews

Jon B.Jon Berry: Great addition to El Porto. No real locker room or showers, but really great late hours and friendly staff.

Fishbar is one of Best of El Porto.

8. Fishbar

8.8
3801 Highland Ave (38th St.), Manhattan Beach, CA
Seafood Restaurant · North End · 84 tips and reviews

SuzySuzy: Happy hour M-F 2-6pm. Lobster tacos, clam chowder, bread, MahiMahi and crab cakes.

Toscana Deli is one of Best of El Porto.

9. Toscana Deli

4101 Highland Ave (41st St.), Manhattan Beach, CA
Deli · North End · 4 tips and reviews

Jon B.Jon Berry: the Turkey BLT with spicy aioli is some serious spicy goodness!

El Porto Market is one of Best of El Porto.

10. El Porto Market

4103 Highland Ave (41st St), Manhattan Beach, CA
Liquor Store · North End · 1 tip

Jon B.Jon Berry: Friendly neighborhood market with a little of everything. You might bump into a local athlete.

Baja Sharkeez is one of Best of El Porto.

11. Baja Sharkeez

7.1
3600 Highland Ave (at 36th St), Manhattan Beach, CA
Karaoke Bar · North End · 73 tips and reviews

Cheri M.Cheri M: Bloody Mary bar on Sat/Sun morning is a great start to your day.

North End Caffe is one of Best of El Porto.

12. North End Caffe

8.2
3421 Highland Ave (35th Street), Manhattan Beach, CA
Sandwich Spot · North End · 63 tips and reviews

Jon B.Jon Berry: everythings good here, cant go wrong. but the Kahlua Pig Monte Cristo Eggrolls really are amazing

Sloopy's Beach Cafe is one of Best of El Porto.

13. Sloopy's Beach Cafe

8.3
3416 Highland Ave (at 35th St), Manhattan Beach, CA
American Restaurant · North End · 12 tips and reviews

Travis G.Travis Grady: I love the malts here. Try my favorite, Chocolate Peanut Butter, for a "Reese's Peanut Butter Cup" like taste.