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Best Authentic Restaurants in El Segundo

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A photo of North Italia - El Segundo restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3253)
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.
A photo of Manhattan Beach Post restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4527)
Price: Expensive
• American • Manhattan Beach
Booked 54 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.
A photo of Fishing With Dynamite restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2946)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Manhattan Beach
Booked 56 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.
A photo of Jame restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1044)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • El Segundo
Booked 20 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.
A photo of Il Fornaio - Manhattan Beach restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3066)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Manhattan Beach
Booked 16 times today
Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include house made pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.
A photo of Slay Italian Kitchen restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(719)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Manhattan Beach
Booked 19 times today
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.
A photo of Esperanza restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(766)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Manhattan 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.
A photo of Fogo de Chao - El Segundo restaurant
4.2
Awesome(1075)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • El Segundo
Booked 62 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
A photo of Caffe Pinguini restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1640)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Playa del Rey
Booked 22 times today
We are open for curbside pickup, takeout and delivery and offering a 10% discount on all orders! Lunch will be open from 12pm-2:30pm & Dinner from 5:30pm-9:30pm.Italian owners, Tony Cotrufo and Enrico Fiorentini, both hail from Rome and have been serving fresh authentic Italian cuisine at their Playa Del Rey location since 1997. They offer homemade pastas, an excellent wine list, outdoor seating and daily specials. Caffe Pinguini was awarded with the "Marchio Ospitalita" Italiana - Seal of Authenticity". The seal distinguishes those restaurants with the highest quality of Italian hospitality.
A photo of Sauced BBQ and Spirits El Segundo restaurant
4.0
Excellent(264)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • El Segundo
Booked 6 times today
Sauced BBQ and Spirits El Segundo is an authentic Southern BBQ joint. The reviews rave about its great food, with dishes like slow smoked St. Louis style ribs and tasty brisket. The atmosphere is also commended, with activities like axe throwing and shuffleboard adding to the authentic Southern charm.

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  • Darin
    Los Angeles •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Overall it’s a very reliable place to dine. Food is always good. Portions can be skimpy depending on what you order. The salad is not enough to split. Excellent service. Ask for a table that is not in the middle of the crowded tables. We think it’s a mistake not to offer complimentary bread when sitting down and waiting for your meal. To charge $9 - $11 for bread turned us off. If the restaurant is afraid of their guest wasting bread, have the waiter or server ASK if they want bread and here are your options. No question, we would definitely go back. When reserving through OPEN TABLE, we indicated that we were celebrating an Anniversary. Nothing was said or offered acknowledging the Anniversary.
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    North Italia - El SegundoPrice: Moderate• Italian• El Segundo
    4.7
  • JayfromHermosaVIP
    Los Angeles •211 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    The menu is excellent with a wide range of appetizers and entrees. Service is excellent and wine choices great.
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    Fishing With DynamitePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Manhattan Beach
    4.9
  • Liliana Martínez
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My second time here. The food and everything was amazing. We celebrated my moms birthday and try 2 if the valentine specials. The breaded chicken and the ravioli. It was delicious. 😊
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    Il Fornaio - Manhattan BeachPrice: Moderate• Italian• Manhattan Beach
    4.6
  • Martha
    Los Angeles •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We came back for a Valentine’s date night after not coming for quite a while. Everything was as great as we remembered. The menu has changed a bit but the flavors and service continues to be top notch. Shout out to Nate for the great customer service!
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    Manhattan Beach PostPrice: Expensive• American• Manhattan Beach
    4.6
  • JeanVIP
    Los Angeles •186 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 2, 2025
    We had a fabulous dinner at Jame last Friday. We chose chicken parmigiana from the Dine LA menu as well as wine and salad. Outstanding in all respects!
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    JamePrice: Moderate• Italian• El Segundo
    4.8

Discover best authentic restaurants in El Segundo

Discover the authentic dining experiences in El Segundo, part of the vibrant Beach Cities area of Los Angeles. This locale offers a rich tapestry of culinary delights that emphasize authentic flavors and genuine hospitality. From Southern BBQ to world-class seafood and traditional steakhouses, each restaurant in El Segundo invites diners to enjoy meals that are both deeply rooted in tradition and creatively presented. The dining scene here is renowned for its variety and the ability to satisfy cravings for genuine, high-quality meals. Patrons consistently praise the excellent service, the high-quality ingredients, and the immersive atmospheres that make each dining experience memorable. Whether you're a local or a visitor, El Segundo's authentic restaurants provide a taste of local and international cuisines crafted to perfection. This vibrant culinary community is a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic dining experiences in the Los Angeles Beach Cities area.

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