Slay Italian Kitchen

4.6

707 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

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.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(424) 257-8301
Website
https://www.slayitaliankitchen.com/
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

Location
1001 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Area
Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
Cross Street
Manhattan Ave
Parking details
Street parking and parking lots are available. Please review parking enforcement signs.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

SoupUS$12.00
Cream of Tomato, Fresh Garden Herbs
Tuna Poke - ItaleUS$17.00
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Rosemary, Garlic Chips, Calabrian Pepper
Shrimp ScampiUS$17.00
Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce, Warm White Bean Purée
Steamed MusselsUS$16.00
Fresh Basil, Tomato, Grilled Bread
Toasted RavioliUS$12.00
Chard, Spinach, Ricotta Filling, Tomato Basil Dip
Rainbow CarrotsUS$12.00
Balsamic Glaze, Cipollini Onions, Honey
Venetian PolentaUS$14.00
Mushroom Ragu, Toasted Rosemary
MeatballsUS$15.00
Tomato Sauce, Caramelized Onions

Salads

From our Farm @ Slay Estate & Vineyard

Chopped SaladUS$16.00
Chickpeas, Salami, Pepperoncini, House Vinaigrette
CaesarUS$12.00
Chilled Romaine, Focaccia Croutons
BurrataUS$21.00
Roasted Kabocha Squash, Proscuitto, Toasted Pistachio, Honey Balsamic Vinagarette
Fresh Clipped GreensUS$15.00
Persian Cucumber, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Mornings Harvest of BeetsUS$15.00
Orange Segments, Fuji Apples, Herbed Goat Cheese

Pizza

MargheritaUS$23.00
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil, Sea Salt
MarinaraUS$24.00
Roasted Garlic Slices, Crushed Tomato, Basil, Sea Salt
Funghi & Roasted FennelUS$25.00
Shitake, Cremini & Oyster Mushrooms, Thyme, Fontina & Pecorino
Manhattan MarketUS$24.00
Pork Sausage, Tomato, Mozzarella, Fennel Seed
Salami ChiantiUS$25.00
Arrabiata Sauce, Calabrian Peppers, Goat Cheese, Mozarella
VesuvioUS$25.00
Tomato Sauce, Fontina, Prosciutto, Greens

Pasta

Pappardelle with Beef RaguUS$24.00
Mushrooms, Gorgonzola Marsala Sauce
Beet Ravioli Cacio e PepeUS$22.00
Stuffed with Ricotta, Spinach
Linguini VongoleUS$26.00
Fresh Clams, Garlic, Leeks
Spaghetti with MeatballsUS$23.00
Tomato Sauce, Basil, Garlic
Penne PrimaveraUS$22.00
Olive Oil, Pesto, Garden Vegetables
LasagnaUS$24.00
Slow Cooked Beef Bolognaise & Béchamel, Grana Padano
RigatoniUS$23.00
Salsa Rosa, Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil

Entrée

Chicken PicattaUS$32.00
Sauteed Chicken Breast, Lemon Sauce, Capers, Butter and Parmesan Lumache
CioppinoUS$29.00
Whitefish Clams, Mussels, Salmon, Tomato, Fennel, Wine Broth
Sole OreganataUS$29.00
Sautéed Garden Greens, Parmesan, Citrus Sauce, Grilled Lemon
Grilled BranzinoUS$35.00
Sauteed Escarole, Charred Green Onion Vinaigrette
Herb Crusted Beef Spiedini SkewersUS$30.00
Marinated Filet, Herb Crust, Pesto Risotto
Osso BuccoUS$32.00
Slow Cooked Pork Shank, Polenta, Marsala Broth
Grilled Skirt SteakUS$34.00
Fettuccine with Gorgonzola, Grilled Zucchini
Pan Seared Prime NY SteakUS$44.00
10 oz. Steak Roasted Pee wee's Potatoes, Mushroom Sauce

Beer & Wine

Corkage: $40 per 750ml bottle. Maximum 2 bottles

Beer

Birra Moretti l'Autentica, Italy 4.6%US$8.00
Stella Artois, Belgium 5.2%US$8.00
Firestone Walker 805 Ale, USA 4.6%US$8.00
Ballast Pointe, Sculpin' IPA, USA 5%US$7.00
Budweiser, Pale Lager, USA 5%US$7.00
Bud Light, USA 4%US$7.00
Buckler, Non-AlcoholicUS$7.00

Sparkling

Valdo One Sparkling, Rose, Brut, Italy NVUS$15.00
Stemmari Moscato 2018US$12.00
Mionetto Prosecco, Italy NVUS$12.00
Roederer Estate Brut, Anderson Valley NVUS$17.00
Taittinger la Francaise, Brut NV, ChampagneUS$95.00

White

Terlato Pinot Grigio, Colli Orientali 2018US$15.00
Cordon Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Ynez 2019US$15.00
Roccolo Grassi Soave Broia 2017US$16.00
Poggio Al Tufo Vermentino, Maremma 2018US$50.00
La Scolca Gavi dei Gavi, Black Label 2019US$75.00
SLAYER Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills 2017US$69.00
SLAY Chardonnay, Verna's Vineyard, Santa Barbara 2017US$16.00
Sequoia Grove Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017US$16.00
Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017US$85.00

Rose

SLAY, Santa Rita Hills 2018US$16.00
Daou Paso Robles 2019US$54.00

Tuscany

Piancornello Rosso di Montacino 2017US$69.00
Villa Caffagio Chianti Classico 2013US$16.00
Villa Nozzole Chianti Classico 2017US$50.00
Felsina Berardenga Chianti Classico 2017US$69.00
Lavite Lucente Sangiovese 2017US$65.00
Val delle Rose Aurelio, Maremma 2015US$70.00
La Braccesa Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2016US$70.00
Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino 2015US$152.00

Piedmont

Ont Ratti Barbera d'Asti 2018US$60.00
Borgogno Barbera d'Alba 2018US$60.00
Paitin Nebbiolo Starda, Langhe 2018US$16.00
Borgogno Barolo 2014US$165.00

Other Reds

Pestoni Family Sangiovese, Napa Valley 2018US$20.00
Aleksander by Sasha Vujacic, Bordeaux Blend, Paso Robles 2014US$20.00
A. Raffanelli Zinfandel, Sonoma 2017US$85.00
Justin Isosceles, Paso Robles 2016US$125.00
Daou Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles 2018US$15.00
Buehler Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2017US$17.00
Bella Union by Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2017US$95.00
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Sonoma County 2016US$75.00
Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa ValleyUS$185.00
Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, FranceUS$175.00
SLAYER Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills 2018US$20.00
SLAY Pinot Noir, John Sebastiano Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills 2017US$120.00

What 707 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Slay Italian Kitchen in Manhattan Beach is a delightful culinary destination that consistently impresses. Guests rave about its "amazing food and service," highlighting the "best pizza in town" and exceptional pasta dishes like the pork ragú. The atmosphere is "comfortable and relaxed," making it perfect for both family gatherings and intimate dinners. Enjoy a curated wine selection and remarkable dishes in a bustling yet inviting setting.

708 Reviews

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Kimberly
VIP
Atlanta Metro
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Jonah provided excellent service! You must must must try the focaccia bread, spinach salad, extra extraordinary as well.
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julie
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We loved our dinner and will definitely go back. The pineapple ham pizza (which our table shared) was delicious. The pumpkin Mac and Cheese, which I thought sounded weird, was off the charts excellent. Service, top-notch. Cioppino had a bite and, to my taste, was a little too salty. But my friend who ordered it loved it. Atmosphere --- great. Very loud, however. With nothing to absorb sound, the music should be quieter.
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Tiffany
VIP
San Francisco
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed a night at Slay a year ago and it was really nice. Service, food, portions and ambience all were good. Tonight was marginal at best. Not sure if the owners changed but food quality was mediocre and presentation just thrown together. Wine pours were barely 4oz and the bill was expensive. I rarely write bad reviews as anyone can have an off night but as I looked around at other tables, it looked the same. We won’t return. Price point too high for what you get.
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Alexia
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All of the food we had was delicious! The ambiance and decor was great! We had a party of 6 and sat on the corner near the kitchen. Would’ve liked to sit somewhere else, but it was also nice to have a little private corner to be able to talk. The service was amazing, everyone was nice and attentive and helpful. Parking was tough since it’s Christmas weekend, but worth it! Would definitely come back.
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Karla
VIP
Denver
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed the beet salad and Funghi/Fennel Pizza which were delish. The staff and location were also great. One of the waiters walked us a few doors down to a Speakeasy and we safely bar hopped later in the vicinity. Made for a very enjoyable night.
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David
VIP
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Slay was very gracious, and spent time getting to know our table...Very real guy with the food to match...Some real old school hospitailty and a very personal touch...Only wish it were closer to home...Loved the Spinach pasta and Ossobuco....And the Pizza, great crust
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Timothy
VIP
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Brianna was lovely and did a marvelous job managing our happy group… We had the pleasure of meeting Chef David Slay and look forward to visiting again…
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No
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
We were celebrating a birthday, so I just expected more, but I guess restaurants don’t give you more and excitement when they ask if you are celebrating anything and you tell them you are celebrating a birthday. The restaurant does not have their own outdoor patio. There are just tables and chairs they put out on the side walk. We had garlic bread, calamari, ceasar salad with salmon, fettuccine with shrimp, squash blossoms, and lasagna, all the food we ordered could have used a little salt. The bottomless mimosas is just some frozen fruit comes out to you in a glass and then the waitress pours champagne over it. I like a very attentive and helpful waitress but this waitress came coming over to our table so much so that it felt like we could hardly have a conversation because she was interrupting us. I think this place is not for celebrating any occasions but is perfect if you are walking or cruising the neighborhood and would like to pop in for a bite to eat. The holiday music coming from the various businesses was a plus but I think that was because everyone was getting ready for the holiday fireworks that were to take place later in the night.
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Ninnett
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Had been to Slay 2 times before and found the food to not be a good as it had been. The cioppino broth was very salty but had waited to sit so chose to not send back. Staff was great but for the price would not go back.
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Hemlata
VIP
Los Angeles
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very expensive loud server not helpful Seating in awkward spot pizza was dry and cold
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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 4.6 stars by 707 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1001 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Manhattan Ave
Area
Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
Hours of Operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:30 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
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://www.slayitaliankitchen.com/
Phone number
(424) 257-8301
Catering
Please email for more information
Private party facilities
Please email for more information

Slay Italian Kitchen

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Margherita

Marinara

Chicken Picatta

Specialty Drinks

Carpano AnticaUS$15.00

Veneziano SpritzUS$14.00

In House Breads

Focaccia of the DayUS$5.00

Garlic BreadUS$7.00

Appetizers & Veggies

SoupUS$12.00

Tuna Poke - ItaleUS$17.00

Shrimp ScampiUS$17.00

Steamed MusselsUS$16.00

Toasted RavioliUS$12.00

Rainbow CarrotsUS$12.00

Venetian PolentaUS$14.00

MeatballsUS$15.00

Salads

Chopped SaladUS$16.00

CaesarUS$12.00

BurrataUS$21.00

Fresh Clipped GreensUS$15.00

Mornings Harvest of BeetsUS$15.00

Pizza

MargheritaUS$23.00

MarinaraUS$24.00

Funghi & Roasted FennelUS$25.00

Manhattan MarketUS$24.00

Salami ChiantiUS$25.00

VesuvioUS$25.00

Pasta

Pappardelle with Beef RaguUS$24.00

Beet Ravioli Cacio e PepeUS$22.00

Linguini VongoleUS$26.00

Spaghetti with MeatballsUS$23.00

Penne PrimaveraUS$22.00

LasagnaUS$24.00

RigatoniUS$23.00

Entrée

Chicken PicattaUS$32.00

CioppinoUS$29.00

Sole OreganataUS$29.00

Grilled BranzinoUS$35.00

Herb Crusted Beef Spiedini SkewersUS$30.00

Osso BuccoUS$32.00

Grilled Skirt SteakUS$34.00

Pan Seared Prime NY SteakUS$44.00

Beer & Wine

Beer

Birra Moretti l'Autentica, Italy 4.6%US$8.00

Stella Artois, Belgium 5.2%US$8.00

Firestone Walker 805 Ale, USA 4.6%US$8.00

Ballast Pointe, Sculpin' IPA, USA 5%US$7.00

Budweiser, Pale Lager, USA 5%US$7.00

Bud Light, USA 4%US$7.00

Buckler, Non-AlcoholicUS$7.00

Sparkling

Valdo One Sparkling, Rose, Brut, Italy NVUS$15.00

Stemmari Moscato 2018US$12.00

Mionetto Prosecco, Italy NVUS$12.00

Roederer Estate Brut, Anderson Valley NVUS$17.00

Taittinger la Francaise, Brut NV, ChampagneUS$95.00

White

Terlato Pinot Grigio, Colli Orientali 2018US$15.00

Cordon Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Ynez 2019US$15.00

Roccolo Grassi Soave Broia 2017US$16.00

Poggio Al Tufo Vermentino, Maremma 2018US$50.00

La Scolca Gavi dei Gavi, Black Label 2019US$75.00

SLAYER Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills 2017US$69.00

SLAY Chardonnay, Verna's Vineyard, Santa Barbara 2017US$16.00

Sequoia Grove Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017US$16.00

Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2017US$85.00

Rose

SLAY, Santa Rita Hills 2018US$16.00