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The Whale & Ale

3.9
3.9
46 Reviews
$30 and under
British
327 W 7th St, San Pedro, CA 90731

About this restaurant

The Whale & Ale in San Pedro, CA is a restaurant and pub that features a casual atmosphere and live music on the weekends. Popular Whale & Ale appetizers include fried calamari, the Whale & Ale crab cakes, the ploughmanÕs plate and Yorkshire pudding cups. The menu also includes homemade soup selections, such as New England clam chowder and English beef barley soup. For a healthy meal, try the roast lamb salad or the cilantro salmon salad. Some English pub specials at The Whale & Ale include shepherdÕs pie, steak and kidney pie and steak and oyster pie. ThereÕs also a vegetarian entrŽe menu, and the restaurant offers a selection of desserts and puddings, including a slice of apple pie or a molten chocolate lava cake sundae.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, American, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tuesday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm Dinner Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Friday: 5:00pm - 12:00am; Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm; Monday: 5pm-9pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Alonso
  • Private party facilities
    Several private areas for parties, including a balcony overlooking the main dining room.
  • Neighborhood
    San Pedro
  • Cross street
    Mesa
  • Parking details
    Private lot in back. Lots of street parking, -free after 6p.m. and on Sundays.
  • Entertainment
    Every Friday Piano & Guest musicians, song, Irish fiddle, etc. Every First Thursday Jazz Duo; Every Second Thursday Live New Orleans Jazz Band.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 46 people are saying

The Whale & Ale reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9
3.9 based on all time ratings
  • 4Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 3.9Ambience

NoiseModerate

46 Reviews
  1. HaveaBall

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 29, 2014

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had, over the years, made a habit of going to the Whale and Ale for all kinds of occasions for the family, but as the family grew we had to look for other choices due to the cost of the food and the size of the bill. So, my wife and I decided that for our 43rd Wedding Anniversary we would go back and see how, if at all, things had changed. To our great relief if had not changed at all. The food is to die for, the service was top of the line and we were treated with a specialness that helped make the evening memorable. We got free desert and champagne split of our very own complements from the owner and the waitress. It was just a special night with my special lady in a Great Restaurant that has maintained its' charm.

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  2. Itsjustmeandd

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 24, 2014

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    If only the service and decor was better... I would go here every week for the fish and chips!

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  3. VivS VIP

    San Francisco225 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on August 18, 2014

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tried this restaurant for dinner with friends. Most of our group loved the food. My fish and chips was a nice portion. I loved the cod that was served. I thought the thick breading was too thick.

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  4. Mike

    Los Angeles102 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 11, 2014

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Service was very good. Ambiance is the English restaurant setting. The salads were small, but the entrees made up for it.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 22, 2014

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice place to hangout. My seabass was tender and delicious. The service was excellent. If I lived in the area I would come again. However, I probably won't drive out from Orange County to come here for dinner again. For local people, yes do come and check it out.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2014

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great Calamari App. Sea Bass, Shepherds pie were very good! Our waitress was just great! Her great sense of humor and very good service really added a lot to an already very good meal! Thank you!

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  7. CSDS

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2014

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The owner is an active part of the daily operations and it shows. There is a pride of place that isn't often seen these days. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is special, the live music is a treat and the staff are attentive. What more can you ask for??!

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  8. Ukeboy VIP

    Los Angeles15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 24, 2014

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    4 Day weekend start, food great, Fr. nite music great. The only issue was the wine from wine list not available and substitute when bill arrived was $16 more, ouch! not mentioned by server.

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  9. moviengrub

    Orange County7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 20, 2014

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    just a casual lunch after a round of golf-had the fish and chips-my friend had a sandwich-bartender was friendly and we were very welcomed.

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  10. Dave VIP

    Los Angeles134 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2014

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good foodd and Ales, service was good. Just like being in a pup in England!

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The Whale & Ale is rated 3.9 stars by 46 OpenTable diners.

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327 W 7th St, San Pedro, CA 90731

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mesa
  • Neighborhood
    San Pedro
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tuesday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm Dinner Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Friday: 5:00pm - 12:00am; Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm; Monday: 5pm-9pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, American, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private lot in back. Lots of street parking, -free after 6p.m. and on Sundays.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Alonso
  • Entertainment
    Every Friday Piano & Guest musicians, song, Irish fiddle, etc. Every First Thursday Jazz Duo; Every Second Thursday Live New Orleans Jazz Band.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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