X Speakeasy is an unassuming gem just off the beaten path in Manhattan Beach. Expert cocktails made by engaging bartenders all in a modern yet comfortable atmosphere. This is a must hit venue for pre & post dinner drinks!
Jett Miller
This speakeasy is pure magic—but the real gem is Emily. Her craft cocktails are excellent and always delivered with that effortless charm. She surprised me with a custom drink that matched the flavors I was looking for and generally made the whole experience a joy. Can’t wait to go back.
Brittany Beckendorf
Set this place for a group Mixology class. Tried to get confirmation from the host consistently -- to no avail. Went to the venue, talked to the staff, and ONE day before our event the host called and said no class, but we could do happy hour?!?! Thanks, but no thanks.
A. Wal
We are stumped and why they call this a speakeasy. It is just a super packed bar that had a younger crowd who seemingly are people who would go see a DJ 😂
Derek Hulme
I went here just for drinks with 2 friends before dinner elsewhere and a flight home to Sydney. I was a bit unsure what to expect, but was very impressed with the layout, the old films playing on the walls, the very knowledgeable and friendly bartender, the range of drinks on offer and the half price specials( I think on everything) from 5 to 6 pm. Would definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
TeresaB
Ray was fantastic, Marilyn was wonderful and we had a brief hello with David Slay which was great. Lamb Shank and the Seafood were excellent. The escargot was perfect and the butter lettuce salad was lovely, all was delicious. Chocolate dessert was an excellent ending. We will return!
Christel Buckingham
Do yourself a favor and find this bar!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melissa
Really enjoyed my meal here, starting with the French martini, oysters on the halfshell and moving to the scallops. There was too long of a pause between apps and entree, but otherwise service OK. Slay Italian has had some wait-staff issues lately so I was a bit wary, but our server was great.
Tom
We sat right by the open window and enjoyed the extraordinary service provided by Ray. The West coast oysters were scrumptious and the warm freshly baked baguette was very good. The wine, cocktail and champagne list are remarkable. A great evening dining experience and go to little speakeasy afterwards.
TomM
We sat right by the open window and enjoyed the extraordinary service provided by Ray. The West coast oysters were scrumptious and the warm freshly baked baguette was very good. The wine, cocktail and champagne list are remarkable. A great evening dining experience and go to little speakeasy afterwards.
One server was really good one was awful. Food wasn't anything worth coming back for. Maybe part of it was it was a crazy weekend in town but they should have known that and been prepared.
One server was really good one was awful. Food wasn't anything worth coming back for. Maybe part of it was it was a crazy weekend in town but they should have known that and been prepared.
Gordon
Great time at Fete. We started with the hummus and pita bread and chevres and crackers. Both excellent. Our friends then had the French onion soup and the toush salad, both of which they said were excellent. They then split an order of scallops, which was also my wife's entrée. I had the duck confit a l'orange, I washed down with two bottles of a delightful rose'. Great food, excellent service and a delightful early dinner.
PaulMBca
I'd been wanting to try Fete by Slay for a while, so when I got the email with their Bastiile Day promotion, I booked a table. We arrived on time and were given the table of our choice, by the large open window. Our servers were there immediately to take our drink orders, served us water, and went over the menu and specials with us. My son and I chose the 3-course Bastille Day special, which included a fresh baguette, Fete-toush salad, a choice of main (we both selected the hangar steak with peppercorn sauce and frites), and a peach tart for dessert. My daughter selected the scallops. The servers took the time to not my food allergies, and went over any modifications that might be necessary to accommodate my selections. The freshly baked baguette and butter was delicious, the fete-touch salad was flavorful and balanced. Our steaks were cooked to perfection, my daughter was very pleased with the preparation of the scallops. Overall, an enjoyable dining experience in this new-found local charmer. WE will be back!
Food was delicious, but we waited 30 minutes for our bottle of champagne. Found out after asking that they were getting it from another restaurant. Wish we had been told that it would take so long, as we may have ordered a cocktail to sip while we were waiting.
X Speakeasy is an unassuming gem just off the beaten path in Manhattan Beach. Expert cocktails made by engaging bartenders all in a modern yet comfortable atmosphere. This is a must hit venue for pre & post dinner drinks!
This speakeasy is pure magic—but the real gem is Emily. Her craft cocktails are excellent and always delivered with that effortless charm. She surprised me with a custom drink that matched the flavors I was looking for and generally made the whole experience a joy. Can’t wait to go back.
Set this place for a group Mixology class. Tried to get confirmation from the host consistently -- to no avail. Went to the venue, talked to the staff, and ONE day before our event the host called and said no class, but we could do happy hour?!?! Thanks, but no thanks.
We are stumped and why they call this a speakeasy. It is just a super packed bar that had a younger crowd who seemingly are people who would go see a DJ 😂
I went here just for drinks with 2 friends before dinner elsewhere and a flight home to Sydney. I was a bit unsure what to expect, but was very impressed with the layout, the old films playing on the walls, the very knowledgeable and friendly bartender, the range of drinks on offer and the half price specials( I think on everything) from 5 to 6 pm. Would definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ray was fantastic, Marilyn was wonderful and we had a brief hello with David Slay which was great. Lamb Shank and the Seafood were excellent. The escargot was perfect and the butter lettuce salad was lovely, all was delicious. Chocolate dessert was an excellent ending. We will return!
Do yourself a favor and find this bar!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really enjoyed my meal here, starting with the French martini, oysters on the halfshell and moving to the scallops. There was too long of a pause between apps and entree, but otherwise service OK. Slay Italian has had some wait-staff issues lately so I was a bit wary, but our server was great.
We sat right by the open window and enjoyed the extraordinary service provided by Ray. The West coast oysters were scrumptious and the warm freshly baked baguette was very good. The wine, cocktail and champagne list are remarkable. A great evening dining experience and go to little speakeasy afterwards.
We sat right by the open window and enjoyed the extraordinary service provided by Ray. The West coast oysters were scrumptious and the warm freshly baked baguette was very good. The wine, cocktail and champagne list are remarkable. A great evening dining experience and go to little speakeasy afterwards.
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One server was really good one was awful. Food wasn't anything worth coming back for. Maybe part of it was it was a crazy weekend in town but they should have known that and been prepared.
One server was really good one was awful. Food wasn't anything worth coming back for. Maybe part of it was it was a crazy weekend in town but they should have known that and been prepared.
Great time at Fete. We started with the hummus and pita bread and chevres and crackers. Both excellent. Our friends then had the French onion soup and the toush salad, both of which they said were excellent. They then split an order of scallops, which was also my wife's entrée. I had the duck confit a l'orange, I washed down with two bottles of a delightful rose'. Great food, excellent service and a delightful early dinner.
I'd been wanting to try Fete by Slay for a while, so when I got the email with their Bastiile Day promotion, I booked a table. We arrived on time and were given the table of our choice, by the large open window. Our servers were there immediately to take our drink orders, served us water, and went over the menu and specials with us. My son and I chose the 3-course Bastille Day special, which included a fresh baguette, Fete-toush salad, a choice of main (we both selected the hangar steak with peppercorn sauce and frites), and a peach tart for dessert. My daughter selected the scallops. The servers took the time to not my food allergies, and went over any modifications that might be necessary to accommodate my selections. The freshly baked baguette and butter was delicious, the fete-touch salad was flavorful and balanced. Our steaks were cooked to perfection, my daughter was very pleased with the preparation of the scallops. Overall, an enjoyable dining experience in this new-found local charmer. WE will be back!
Food was delicious, but we waited 30 minutes for our bottle of champagne. Found out after asking that they were getting it from another restaurant. Wish we had been told that it would take so long, as we may have ordered a cocktail to sip while we were waiting.
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