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Slay Italian Kitchen, Manhattan Beach, CA

Slay Italian Kitchen

4.7 (731)
$30 and under
Italian
1001 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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

Experiences

  • Lunch Daily! Slay Italian Kitchen

    Multiple dates available
    Lunch is open EVERYDAY from 12pm-3pm, starting 5/26. Enjoy $30 bottomless bellinis & mimosas with an ocean view! Book a table outside for an ocean view or indoors to experience our beautiful rustic California-style restaurant.
    Lunch Daily! Slay Italian Kitchen Photo

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What 731 people are saying

Slay Italian Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Slay Italian Kitchen offers an inviting atmosphere perfect for date nights or gatherings. Guests praise its "delicious food" and "phenomenal service," with highlights including fresh-made pasta and wood-fired pizza. While some find certain dishes lack flavor, others describe it as a "neighborhood gem" with a "cozy but lively" ambiance.
731 Reviews
  1. C

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The waitress handed us menus and came back a minute later before we had a chance to really look at the menus. We said we needed more time, and she came back a minute later and was very impatient. Fried calamari was so tough and chewy, it was even difficult to cut with a knife. We didn't finish the order. Crostini (burrata appetizer) slices were so hard, I couldn't even break them. Chicken picatta was swimming in so much better, my mouth was coated and I couldn't finish it. My daughter's whitefish was OK. Husband's lasagna was OK. We didn't stay for dessert and went to get cheesecake elsewhere. This was our third time at this location. I didn't realize how unimpressed my family was the previous times. They made it clear last night that they don't want to return.

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  2. debbie VIP

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service - a neighborhood gem. Our favorite go-to!

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  3. atsuko VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We keep coming back for the delicious food and friendly and great service ! Thank you -

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  4. Julie VIP

    Los Angeles19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The pizza was cold, the service was inattentive, the Caesar salad had very little dressing, and the pasta with shrimp had no flavor. The garlic bread was great

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  5. Tajuana VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you’re craving authentic Italian with a coastal vibe, Slay Italian is an absolute must. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was inviting—elegant yet relaxed, perfect for a date night or dinner with friends. The service was phenomenal—attentive, warm, and knowledgeable about the menu. Every dish we tried was a standout, but the fresh-made pasta and wood-fired pizza were truly next level. You can taste the quality and care in every bite. Slay Italian is a gem in Manhattan Beach, and we’ll definitely be back for more!

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  6. Frederick VIP

    New Orleans / Louisiana5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very delicious food in the middle of a great location.

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  7. Neil

    Phoenix / Arizona1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great! Must try! Food, service and ambiance were all outstanding

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  8. Lauren

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic and the restaurant itself was beautiful. I will definitely be back and look forward to trying the other Slay restaurants as well!

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  9. Steve VIP

    Central Kentucky10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent waitress. She deserves a raise

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was perfect for two girlfriends catching up on life. The staff were welcoming and friendly. Thank you great service, Lazarus was theeee best

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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 4.7 stars by 731 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Slay Italian Kitchen

1001 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Manhattan Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Manhattan Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 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
  • Delivery & takeout
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