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Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Manhattan Steak & Seafood offers delicious and elegant southern California cuisine with a generous selection of wines in a comfortable and charming East-coast style environment.
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71 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 71 reviews
5 stars
(43)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(42)
- romantic(33)
- neighborhood gem(30)
- fit for foodies(27)
- notable wine list(21)
- good for groups(15)
Manhattan Steak and Seafood Reviews List
Review 1 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Since Mr. Stox closed, we needed a new place to go for Mother's Day brunch.
This place didn't quite have the unique variety of Mr. Stox but they did have a
good selection. We had a good time."
This place didn't quite have the unique variety of Mr. Stox but they did have a
good selection. We had a good time."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 2 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love Manhattan's Sunday brunch!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As Sunday brunch foodies, we have been to Manhattan Steak & Seafood several times. What I love about Manhattan is their delicious food, great service, happy employees, live music, and a reasonable price. What my hubby likes is their seafood: cracked crab legs, mussles, shrimp, lox/bagles, & fresh sushi and, of course, his unlimited bubbly. They have traditional brunch items but Manhattan always prepares something different to surprises us - last weekend was duck & beef stroganoff made from filet mignon. They have lots of good food for the kids too but to top it off, their prices are very reasonable (approx. $30/pp) unless you order O.J. to go with your champange but that is just a minor annoyance compared to all that Manhattan has to offer!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was slow, it took 40 min. before we were served our salads and the dining room was 1/2 full, the waiter said they went fishing for the anchovies! I think they did!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 4 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overall excellent experience. Definitely a do again."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Superior Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The short ribs that I ordered were the best I'd ever had! The waitress asked if I wanted a spoon for the marrow and she brought one, but alas there was no marrow to be found... If the wait staff in the dining room was as enthusiastic and accommodating as the staff in the bar or the hostess that greeted us, this place would be over the top in perfection. I'm looking forward to returning!"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was just ok. Service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was just ok. Service was a bit slow."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2009
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Review 7 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The hostess stated that she
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The hostess stated that she was seating our party of 4 at one of her favorite tables; the table was located at the entrance to the wine cellar and we had people entering the cellar and disrupting our meal continually. NOT my idea of a good table.
The server acted as if we were bothering her or that she would rather be someplace else. When my dinner was served, the potatoes and vegetables were luke warm. When I brought this to our servers attention, she took my dinner back to the kitchen and when she returned the potatoes were still luke warm.
Their dress code states "business casual" yet many dinners were wearing shorts."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
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Review 8 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and service. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and service. The wild mushroom appetizer is a delight as are the sauteed jumbo shrimp. Short ribs are excellent and the game dishes are fabulous. Carol, the bartender, knows how to make an honest cocktail and is always happy to provide those delicious spiced nuts to the bar patrons who want some munchies with their drinks. Steve, the waiter, is the best in the business."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great brunch. Food is legit.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great brunch. Food is legit. Live music adds great ambiance."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2008
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Review 10 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
High standards are obvious.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"High standards are obvious. The bartenders are skilled and the waiters and busboys are outstanding. We visited the Bar/Jazz lounge before and after dinner. It was a great treat with a very personable band. I highly recommend MS&S. It is pricy and we definitely got what we paid for! It was an exceptional night."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went to Manhattan when
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Manhattan when it was first opened after replacing one our favorite local spots. Whether it was the original ambiance and menu or just we missed the old place, we were not impressed.
We decided to try it again for seafood this time and we were pleasantly surprised by the choices on the menu, the service and vibe. My ahi was excellent especially the wasabi potatoes. My husband's lobster bisque and lobster was equally deliciosu.
Steve was training Ashton and they both were very attentive.
We will be going back"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 12 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had heard about this place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had heard about this place before we went and it was always positive. First thing we notice was the bar area which looked pretty lively. There was a good crowd there but between the live entertainment and the crowd it keep the noise level pretty high where we ate in the adjacent dining area. Not too bad though as I was able to keep up a conversation very easily. I had a steak which was good but a little dry for being a medium rare. Wife had the seabass which was very good. Had mushrooms first which I thought were very good as well. Overall the food was good with decent portions. The service was excellent. Our waiter was on the spot and very nice and helpful. Overall a nice place to eat with a friendly staff."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 13 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best brunch buffets
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed St. Patrick's Day brunch. Everything was wonderful. The special Irish food, along with the usual brunch dishes, and green champagne made the holiday experience terrific. Quality meat and seafood. Excellent and caring service. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and service. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and service. The menu has many creative dishes including some wonderful wild game entrees. Try the wild mushroom appetizer for a surprisingly good starter. For dessert, the chocolate chip bread pudding is to die for. The bartenders make a good honest cocktail and if you ask, they'll serve you some delicious spiced nuts with your drink."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding place for brunch,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding place for brunch, for two or a large group. Great presentation (carving stations, omelette, fajita and pasta stations, and savory food selections.) Delicious desserts and live music."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We sat upstairs and it was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We sat upstairs and it was fine until a large party came in. They had been drinking and were quite loud and as the room is fairly small, they echoed. I could hardly hear my friend talking over them. It kind of ruined the dinner but the food and service were outstanding!!!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 17 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was outstanding.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was outstanding. The service was impeccable. Will definitely come back."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The bread pudding is to die
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The bread pudding is to die for"
Dined on 03/07/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 19 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Compares well to other steakhouses
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Attentive staff and good food. Prices were competitive to other high-end steak houses."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was superb. The service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was superb. The service is good BUT, IT TAKES WAY TOO LONG FOR LUNCH SERVICE. They need to really address this. Most diners don't have 2 hours for lunch."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Taking a client to lunch,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Taking a client to lunch, it set the perfect tone for a special experience."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Don't waste your time or money!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The coffee and deserts were very good. The service was poor. The cioppino was fair at best. The lamb was very good. The escargot were the worst that I have ever had, tasteless and tough. The bread was very good. The check was very high. I will not be dining there again."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2008
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Review 23 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The brunch was fantastic!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The brunch was fantastic! Lots of choices...can't wait to go back and have dinner."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very good on all counts....we
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"very good on all counts....we will return."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything made it a special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything made it a special Valentines Day evening. They had a really good set dinner menu. Multiple table waiters. The setting was perfect. Can't wait to go again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
They shouldn't overbook for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"They shouldn't overbook for special occasions, slow to get food, etc. Food not super hot, as it should have been. We were seated in a backroom wkith zero ambiance for Valentkine's Day??? Really? Not special at all.
We will try again for dinner on a regular night to see if it's better."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 27 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were disappointed with
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were disappointed with the food. Portions were cold and the steak was tough.
We will not be back."
We will not be back."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2004
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Review 28 for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I was looking for a new place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was looking for a new place to enjoy a steak and this was exactly what I got! Superb service and excellent food and drinks. Will come back again for sure."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Manhattan Steak and Seafood
Based on the average of (43) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate