# Best Date Night Restaurants in the South Bay

> Where to book when you want the night to feel like a night out.

Category: Food & Drink · Last updated: October 24, 2026 · Source: https://southbayscoop.com/guides/best-date-night-restaurants-south-bay

## 1. The Arthur J

- City: Manhattan Beach
- Address: 903 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
- Website: https://thearthurj.com/

Wood-fired steaks, a full bar, and a substantial wine selection anchor this neighborhood steakhouse.

## 2. The Bottle Inn

- City: Hermosa Beach
- Address: 26 22nd St, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
- Website: https://thebottleinnhermosa.com/

This Italian restaurant serves pasta and wine in a cozy dining room with an outdoor patio.

## 3. Dominique's Kitchen

- City: Redondo Beach
- Address: 522 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
- Website: https://www.dominiqueskitchen.com/

Chef Dominique Theval serves Euro-French cooking in a casual neighborhood dining room.

## 4. J. Trani's Ristorante

- City: San Pedro
- Address: 584 W 9th St, San Pedro, CA 90731
- Website: http://www.jtranisristorante.com/

This family-run Italian restaurant traces its San Pedro restaurant roots to 1925.

## 5. Jame

- City: El Segundo
- Address: 241 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245
- Website: https://eatjame.com/

Hand-rolled pastas, salads, and market-driven ingredients lead the menu at Jackson and Melissa Kalb's Italian restaurant.

## 6. Mar'sel

- City: Rancho Palos Verdes
- Address: 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
- Website: https://www.terranea.com/dining/marsel

Terranea's dinner restaurant pairs seasonal California cooking with Pacific Ocean views and an extensive wine selection.

## 7. Tin Roof Bistro

- City: Manhattan Beach
- Address: 3500 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
- Website: https://www.tinroofbistro.com/

Wine-country cooking, wood-fired pizzas, and a fountain courtyard make this a relaxed dinner option.

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