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Love and Salt

4.7
4.7
1710 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 58 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Californian, American

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (310) 545-5252

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Catering

    We love to make your events special and memorable with our tailored family style menus designed for drop-off or full-service. Explore the menus and see if one fits your event or we are happy to tailor one to you. https://www.loveandsaltla.com/catered-events/

  • Private party facilities

    Our wine cellar is the perfect room for a private gathering up to 20 guests. We offer family style service with menus that pair well with our extensive wine list and craft cocktails. To inquire click on the links below for information. https://www.loveandsaltla.com/inquiry/

  • Neighborhood

    Manhattan Beach

  • Cross street

    Highland Ave.

  • Parking details

    Meter parking is available in the public lot directly behind the restaurant, along the streets or in the Metlox public lot. Parking is plentiful, but be sure to give yourself plenty of time to find parking as various local events can make parking more limited.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,710 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Beach Cities

    Italian

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  1. Embarrassment

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My new favourite restaurant in LA Manhattan Beach area. Everything I tried was awesome. Going back.
  2. Gary

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The ambiance is very lively, and some menu items have an unusual twist to them. I'm a pretty simple diner though so I appreciate a more traditional menu. However, the locals love it and the food is high quality.
  3. bridgetP

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service and Freon was delicious! Rod, the Manager was very attentive.
  4. MaryJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious- the pizza and the cannelloni we bought were absolutely yummy.
  5. PatE

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, beautiful and cozy dining room. Had the special artichoke antipasti and meatballs with grilled bread. Delicious! Excellent pasta and pizza. Cheesecake was light but filling.
  6. Kelly

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food1service2ambience4
    Cacio Pepe (off menu item). Watery, no cheese or pepper stuck to noodles. Just sitting in pasta water. Waiter asked directly how the pasta dishes were, I mentioned that it was soupy and under cooked noodles. He shrugged and moved on. Been going for years but this was definitely the last time. Food was not good overall. Tomato sauce was sweet, pizza was bland. Cacio was inedible.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great! We celebrated a friends birthday and it was perfect!!
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Grace was amazing. She was so kind and helpful with the menu as this was our first time dining at Love and Salt. The staff from the hostess to the servers ect were beyond welcoming and we truly felt like they were happy we were dining there. There was a genuine spirit about the restaurant. The food was INCREDIBLE. The fennel salad was SOOOOOOO good. We will definitely be back.
  9. TimothyR

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pizza was great! And cocktails and service were top notch!
  10. Btruong

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This gem in Manhattan Beach features a bold and unique menu that can be described as Californian New American Italian. The flavors were on point, atmosphere is welcoming, staff was warm and inviting and ambiance was modern rustic and charming all at the same time. We definitely recommend that you make Love and Salt your next dining destination.
  11. CynthiaB

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this restaurant and have never had a bad meal here. Last night, MacKenzie and Peter advised us well on what to order and assured that we had a nice evening, and we did, thank you!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience2
    I don’t like restaurants that seat you so close to others that you hear there conversations. Pizza was luke warm at best. The two people that walked in got a better table, while we had the reservation.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Wonderful ambience but later in the evening did start to get very loud. Service was very kind, perhaps over-attentive, but never aggressive. Food was very good. Great ingredients and execution - I just wish the main dishes came out at the same time or at least closer. That would’ve made it so much more enjoyable. Overall, I really enjoyed it and would go back for sure!
  14. TTSS

    Tucson

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The chicken was amazing, and the fennel salad was delicious. I had a good time with a great friend.
  15. JeniceT

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is delicious and service was excellent! I highly recommend this restaurant.
  16. DianeB

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Halibut was delicious and my husband had half a chicken and he said it was awesome! And of course a bottle of wine, 👍🏻 👍🏻
  17. JHodgey

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love & Salt did not disappoint! From the beautiful and tasty Whiskey sours, then sharing the roasted carrots, freakalicious salad, and the pizza with sausage and honey, we enjoyed our dinner immensely! Can’t wait to return.
  18. DeborahL

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    Even though this was a Valentine’s dinner the food delivery was extremely slow. I don’t know whether this was understaffing or just poor performance. The waiter was attentive to providing plenty of opportunities for alcohol but never once asked how the food tasted. Not sure whether this was merely apathy or undertrained staff. One person in our party never received a meal until the other companions were finished. The manager took it back with the excuse that it was Valentine’s Day. We saw several empty tables. This restaurant does not meet the standards of other Manhattan Beach establishments. Needless to say we will not go back.
  19. Cynyoga

    Los Angeles

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our Valentine/Anniversary dinner was wonderful! The scallops were delicious & perfectly cooked, & husband's mussels were also fresh & perfect. It was the perfect ambience, very pleasant atmosphere, & the Prosecco, was point on. We will definitely go back to this very lovely, special upscale restaurant.
  20. AllisonS

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    This was my third time at Love & Salt. The food is fantastic. It's good for families and date nights. It's dark inside and a little loud, so that's possibly why we were brought and charged for a salad we didn't order. But I do love this place and will be returning.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mussles and service. I will be back!
  22. DinnerDiva

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our favorite place in the area. Great food, great ambiance. We couldn’t have been happier with our meal.
  23. GBauer

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I have eaten here several times but last night it was really noisy so that made it a bit less enjoyable. But our food was excellent. Prices a bit high but quality was good.
  24. BobbyT

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience2
    Menu is very limited. Main dishes were tasteless. Pizzas may have been better.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Coming From Las Vegas where there is no shortage of great restaurants Love and Salt is one of the best restaurants I’ve ever experienced, Amazing food drinks and service. Visiting CA for 2-3 times a year Love and salt has been a tradition for the past 5 years. And never disappoints . Jennifer is one of the warmest friendliest managers we have ever encountered. her beautiful, bubbly personality is the icing on the cake for Love and Salt…..
  26. Margaret

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Enjoyed the food, and service. Next time will ask for outdoor seating the noise level inside made it hard to carry on a conversation. Maybe we'll try a different day and time.
  27. JillT

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was delicious. Martini pour was a little weak but overall we had an amazing dinner. Returning soon.
  28. Jonathan

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    L&S is always the best! Great food, service, atmosphere in the heart of MB!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bone marrow pasta was so amazing !
  30. LandonJ

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food here is very consistent and it arrived in a timely manner. I recommend this for date night or a small group get together.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Great atmosphere! Menu was slightly limiting for anyone who is a vegetarian. But otherwise good was very good. Service was okay. Our server seemed distracted and was impatient for me to sign the bill. It was awkward. Hostess and busters were great though!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was fantastic! Servers were wonderfully kind and very attentive. Food came out quickly and was delicious. Would absolutely return. It was a bit cold in the restaurant. I wish they would have closed the door as it was very windy and cold outside.
  33. DHan

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service at the bar and once seated, excellent service at our table. Food is consistently great!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great drinks. Great service.
  35. CheriKS

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal. The Roasted Chicken is phenomenal. We also loved the fennel salad and the Krikorian South pizza…delicious. We sat outside and the heat lamp kept us warm. Highly recommend Love & Salt.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    We had a great meal. At the end. We asked the waiter what single malt scotches they had. The server came back w a list I asked him what the prices were. He went away and came to say the Pappy’s bourbon was $35-$50 and $75 per glass. I asked him how much the scotches were. He said, “I don’t know. Do you want to come look at the computer?”. I said no, I’d prefer he get the prices and come back. He never did. But when he came back for something else, I said did you get the prices? He said, “I thought you were kidding”. He did say that an Ardberg was $35. For that kind of money, I’d like to know before I order. Rude.
  37. LafayetteMom

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great overall experience - trout stole the show!
  38. BrittanyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience at Love & Salt was beyond amazing. Our appetizer, pizza, pasta, and dessert were all so delicious. If we lived nearby, we would eat here every week!!
  39. LauraA

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Here on vacation!!
  40. foodfanatic

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food is great. The food is slightly on the saltier side depending on your preference. The only down side that it is extremely loud so if you don’t like that the outdoor seating is better!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Love and Salt using the Order Online button. Love and Salt also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Love and Salt also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 545-5252.

Love and Salt is rated 4.7 stars by 1710 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 58 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
  • Logo image for Postmates
Google Map for Love and Salt

317 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Highland Ave.

  • Neighborhood

    Manhattan Beach

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Californian, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Meter parking is available in the public lot directly behind the restaurant, along the streets or in the Metlox public lot. Parking is plentiful, but be sure to give yourself plenty of time to find parking as various local events can make parking more limited.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (310) 545-5252

  • Catering

    We love to make your events special and memorable with our tailored family style menus designed for drop-off or full-service. Explore the menus and see if one fits your event or we are happy to tailor one to you. https://www.loveandsaltla.com/catered-events/

  • Private party facilities

    Our wine cellar is the perfect room for a private gathering up to 20 guests. We offer family style service with menus that pair well with our extensive wine list and craft cocktails. To inquire click on the links below for information. https://www.loveandsaltla.com/inquiry/

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