50 Best Fast Food Restaurants near Manhattan Beach

“It’s brand new and clean. The staff are super friendly and very helpful. It’s a very comfortable environment with electrical outlets and USB ports for your electronic devices. And the food! Best turkey burger I’ve had in the South Bay and those brussels sprouts are to die for. Go! Quickly! 😬❤️😬“

“Was in the neighborhood and decided to stop for dinner my husband and I both had the double chicken tostada salad. The food was very good and fresh. The workers were all very nice and helpful. The place was nice and clean even the restroom was very clean.“

“Omgggg what to say about Taco Bell. Taco Bell is so so so so so good idc what anyone says they're just haters. Mexican pizza is peak and the burritos nachos tacos it's all good all of it is good. This location is pretty nice there's a lot of seating it usually isn't too busy and there's a drive thru too. Also if youve never been to Taco Bell like actually wth are you doing. Go there right now and order the Mexican pizza thank me later. You're welcome.“

“Came to eat with the fam after a day at the beach. Always hit Fatburger when in town, but this one is extra good. Food was delicious, not thrown together, the girl working the register was very friendly and welcoming, and the guy on the grill went out of his way to accommodate special orders for the kids and even brought the food out himself.

Hard to find quality service, especially in the fast food space, but the two people working this store are solid.“

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“Best carnitas tacos anywhere!! So juicy and guac on top? The best. Used to go there all the time she I lived in Hawthorne. Everything is good!!“

“to set the scene : it’s Wednesday night 8:55pm 5 minutes til closing at Panda Express.. I walked in the doors , boom . Kim was the Only one to shout out hell o & flash me with that beautiful smile of hers , she was welcoming , warming & extremely attentive!! Then she proceeded to take everyone’s order that came before me & knocked that line down ! EASY . As soon as it was my turn I expressed that I needed them spring rolls but I noticed there weren’t anymore . But KIM WENT ABOVE & BEYOND TO ENSURE MY NEEDS WERE MET ! She went into that kitchen & whipped up two orders of springrolls for ME . Sweet ole me . &&&& OFFERED SWEET & SOUR SAUCEEE. Oh em gee . Just amazing. I paid , he laughed & I seen this survey & was like “hey does this help you.?” & KIM was like “yeah dude” & boom here we are . 😎 it’s safe to say .. I needed that… & When you see this Kim . Know you a real one . 🙏🥀…“

“Karla is so sweet and helpful. She is usually in the drive thru when I stop by after work before making the long commute home. She has great EQ, friendly, provides excellent timely service. I oversee customer service for a large restaurant brand and I feel Karla is an excellent steward of hospitality and that she should be recognized for her work! Way to go Karla, thank you for bringing a smile to my face after long days of solving people’s problems. I could visit other concepts or CJ locations after work, but come back to this one for her service. Kudos!“

“This was literally one of the best salads I’ve ever had. You’re going to become a regular in our rotation.“

“Great food first time being there!“

“Great service all the workers are nice and everything came out fast. Totally recommend the frozen lemonade so good if you love sour you need to try the blue one but the strawberry one is also pretty good just be careful with brain freezes the queso is nice but my favorite is the western bacon“

“I love the delicious and tasty food. The staff is friendly, social and attentive. Service is fast and efficient. love them.“

“I recently stopped by Tam’s Burgers and had a solid overall experience. The menu is packed with variety—from classic burgers and fries to breakfast items, Mexican dishes, and even slushies. It’s a place where you can definitely satisfy a craving no matter what you’re in the mood for.

One of the standout positives is that they now accept EBT, which makes their food more accessible to everyone. The prices are reasonable considering the portions, most meals range from about $10 to $15. They also have combo options that include drinks, and the drink station is fully stocked with Pepsi products, frozen slushies, and soft-serve machines.

The interior is simple but clean, with a modern black tile floor and red booth seating. There’s plenty of space to sit and eat comfortably. The “Order Here” signage is clear, and there’s a solid system in place for taking orders.

Staff were efficient, though not overly friendly, which is fine, this place seems more about speed and quantity than sit-down service. Still, the food came out hot and fresh.

If you’re looking for a no-frills spot with a big menu and fast service, Tam’s gets the job done. It’s not gourmet, but it’s reliable comfort food at a good price.“

“Where has this place been all my life?

For years, I thought people were talking about some random neighborhood joint… turns out they were talking about Lokal—and I’ve been missing out big time.

This place is a fusion comfort food wonderland. Vietnamese, Korean, Mexican… flavors from everywhere somehow working together in perfect harmony. If “food porn” had an entry in the dictionary, Lokal would be a strong contender for the cover photo.

My current obsessions:

Kpop Fries – Highly addictive. Proceed with caution.

Korean BBQ Banh Mi – Pure flavor explosion.

Chimichurri Steak – That sauce… someone needs to bottle it.

My only struggle here? Picking just one entrée per visit. Since I’ve hopped on the LA intermittent fasting train, I only get one big meal a day—meaning each visit is basically a full-on palate crisis.

If bold flavors and creative comfort food are your thing, put Lokal at the top of your list. And if you spot a guy with blonde hair, built shoulders, and the expression of someone facing the toughest decision of his week—that’s probably me.“

“I tried the extra hot spicy level once, that was REALLY spicy! Basically after each bite, I had to take a break for 5 min to cool my mouth down so I can continue eating, the pain level is 10 out of 10. Definitely will roll back to hot level.“

“Had a burger at Pedroca's Burger and wow, just wow. Super chill place with cool vibes. The staff makes you feel like you're an old friend, and those burgers are legit delicious. The Raposão was unreal – juicy, flavorful, and all kinds of awesome. Seriously, you need to check this place out. It's my new go-to for burgers.“

“First time eating at this establishment. If it wasn't for the cook offering the samples we would not have discovered this place. The crispy chicken sandwich was delicious and if you are vegetarian ask for the pesto avocado that is not on the menu. Give it try you will not be disappointed. PS they make their own onion rings.“

“Awesome service. Thank you Rene for your kindness. Came in with my family and they were saying that the food was really good. Not everyone has great customer service but this carls jr. Always treats me great and my family too. Great family experience“

“Just tried it for the first time & it is delicious but I sadly have to give only 4 stars. I asked the cashier how many oz or onions rings I get in an order & he said six rings- I only got five. I know that might sound petty to dox a star for but i sadly was shorted a heavenly experience by one deliciously golden brown beautiful and tasty onion ring. I will be back to try the burgers but also it would be a better experience if the FOH representatives doing expo would be cheerful giving out orders instead of making it seem like we are a burden! Hospitality is a dying breed in LA, sad it isn’t thriving here but can’t wait to try more of their options later!“

“The location of the restaurant is smack center of downtown GSU, a young and vibrant, busy little area reminiscent of a ‘baby Manhattan’ but with nicer people and eco-friendly eateries. The interior is aesthetically pleasing with a black and yellow color scheme throughout the establishment, coordinated seating areas for dining in, and simple yet impactful decor with the background story of Mr. Fries Man framed along the walls. The atmosphere was welcoming and extremely professional and the fries themselves were everything! I had the shrimp and steak fries and they were fresh and hot, the steak cut into perfect bite size bits, the shrimp cooked perfectly, and the sauce a delicate balance between sweet and savory to tie it altogether *chefs kiss*. Overall perfect restaurant choice for anyone but especially college students and young professionals who want a satisfyingly delicious, quality meal without breaking the bank.“

“Lugar tranquilo para disfrutar de una muy buena hamburguesa 😋😋😋“

“Best burgers 🍔 ever. Missed them.“

“Excellent food 🥘 and service!“

“very good tasting food also clean dinning room restroom are clean as well polite staff“

“Animal style burgers !!!!!“

“It's the time of day ? lunch time and ? ?️ I've been trying to try this place out and finally had the chance had a double smash hamburger as you can see.... The Burger was delicious the only thing mine needed a little bit more seasoning ?️ had a hot dog but it was not their best didn't make the cut service spot on food needs some help....“

“I love how everyone is smiling and friendly. Food was great, restaurant was spotless and staff was great! Thank you 🌺“

“This is a place that you wouldn't expect to find in a mall foodcourt – mouthwatering sandwiches made with freshly baked bread and an excellent selection of salads. The giant stone oven is the centerpiece of this counter-service restaurant, and their soft breads with cheese baked into the top crust are constantly being pulled out for the spectacle. Very low key and tasty spot that I believe would be more successful outside of a shopping mall.“

“I was at this Raising Canes I like the atmosphere And I highly recommend you guys to bring your family inside/dine-in you’ll like it.“

“If you are from the east coast, Great Western Cheese Steak is like being at home. I have been here for more than 30 years and will not order a cheese steak anywhere else. These are the originals!“

“We had a burrito recommended by the chef and the Birria plate. Both delicious and service was very quick and friendly. Nowhere to sit in the immediate area which isn’t their fault of course. We sat across the street at the shaded bus station and managed just fine :)“

“Well, first of all, thank God for life and health and for the first part of the country from here in Los Angeles, California, they treated me very well, kindly and with respect, and I hope to God that they continue like this, with kindness and polite staff, thank you“

“exelente comida ,exelente servicio , muy limpio todo 👌“

“Came to Carl’s Jr after a long day of doctor’s appointments and this young man Daniel/ shift leader went above and beyond with his customer service. Super friendly and just easy going. After some conversation about the day, he gave us a much needed laugh. Thank you to the Carls Jr staff for making this old man’s day.“

“Wow canes is so yummy. I dined in for dinner and the line wasn't too long and moved pretty quickly. The people working there were pretty nice and I got my food pretty fast too. The food was really good. I like chicken and Canes has chicken so I like canes. The chicken at canes was good so I think canes was good. The fries were just ok though they tasted pretty bland honestly but the canes sauce and the toast were both really good. The drive thru looked pretty long so maybe just order inside if you don't want to wait. The bathrooms were a little gross so probably avoid using those too. Overall I like canes bc I like chicken. Don't come here if you don't like chicken. The whole menu is chicken. They had some cool post malone posters too but i didn't get any. Get the three piece combo it's good :)

Vegetarian options: Only chicken

Parking: Good parking

Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly. they had lots of chicken fingers. Kids love chicken fingers! 😋😋

Wheelchair accessibility: Man I love wheelchairs. Praying for those that have to stay in wheelchairs though🙏🙏. At least you guys can enjoy some canes cuz this place is wheelchair accessible af.“

“I saw on out side glass window FISH AND CHIPS was very exciting i went in side first question i asked frying fish and chips in same oil hot pot or different and answer i got Fish and chips frying in different oil pot.“

“Animal style burgers !!!!!“

“Muy rico recomendado para toda la familia“

“Good fast mexican and amercan food good selections of veggie options greay service !!!!“

“I went through the Drive Thru and the person in front of me paid for my order. I went ahead and paid for the person behind me. I’m wondering how many paid it forward today.“

“Great friendly service with a beautiful view of the strand. 👊😎“

“we go every weekend for breakfast 😋“

“It’s a great place to shop and I love three food out“

“I love coming to this location, but I do feel they are understaffed at night. I waited 20-30 minutes at the drive thru. Honestly I don’t mind as long as my food taste good , but the second car behind me wasn’t too happy and kept honking. The young man (cashier) looked frustrated and apologized I told him it was fine. He was very kind and respectful. But I felt bad for him, no one should have to do everything by themselves.“

“This is my ~5th time coming since I first went back in April. I live 40 minutes away on a good day. It is SO. GOOD. I think about Red Rock constantly, I even dreamt about it already. I always get the #2 special, the steak don with an egg and cheese. The most recent time I went, they took out the cheese and I was so sad. Bring back the cheese, please!!! Medium rare is the best! I also get the croquettes and those are to die for! The service is always impeccable, my water is always full! I love the cozy little atmosphere inside the teeny tint restaurant. It's worth waiting in line for. 5 stars every single time I've been. 6 stars if I could because this is one of my favorite restaurants!“

“Great chilli dogs and fries. Surprisingly good ice cream. Very reasonably priced for fast food and drive in lane is normally fast They also offer senior discounts And don't forgot the classic polish sandwich“

“the burgers and the fresh house made onion rings and fresh ice tea.“

“This morning I was in drive throughI like the way they take my order and I was struggling to place a order but the staff do a great service and help me to choose d right breakfastAnd the staff also deserve gold star when she delivers the food to meGreat customer service“

“I don't eat red meat anymore but when I did I ate at In & Out Burgers and their food and french fries are really really good. Highly recommend! 😊😊“