Shellback Tavern's cover image
Claim this profile

This profile has not been claimed by the business owner or representative.

Claim this business to update business information, get appointment requests, engage visitors with web chat, and more!

Shellback Tavern

4.5

About this business

The Shellback Tavern came to life as The Knothole and then The Surf after World War II. Famous for their pizza and reasonably priced drinks, the location became an instant hit on the beach bar scene. The original owners were Don Hartsong and Ed Jamison. In 1973 local bartender Richard Swartz and his partner Jim Korshall purchased the bar and renamed it the Shellback Tavern. Jim sold his interest to former Hermosa councilman Jack Wood. Jack sold to local resident and patron Steve Petroff in 1976. Steve and Richard remained pa... read more

Location details

116 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266, United States

Get directions
WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.51,192 reviews
Select a rating
Bruce Williams's profile image
Bruce Williams 
8 years ago
Kirk Summers's profile image
Kirk Summers 
8 years ago
Marci Walter-Strauss's profile image
Marci Walter-Strauss 
8 years ago
Lisa Loreen Shea's profile image
Lisa Loreen Shea 
8 years ago

Love it here! It's a MUST if in MB or in the South Bay in general! I just so happen to have been a waitress there from 1991-1999!! Same amazing, awesome, beachy, chill out ,volleyball, surf & good food vibe! 

Laura Shea's profile image
Laura Shea 
8 years ago

Just a friendly place at the pier where locals hang. 👍 

Edie Bird's profile image
Edie Bird 
8 years ago

beachy. i wish they all could be california boys.... 

Peg Bundy II's profile image
Peg Bundy II 
8 years ago

We have a great meal and drinks. Our server was very friendly and helpful. 

Sean Alvarado's profile image
Sean Alvarado 
8 years ago
Samira Shady Behrouzan's profile image
Samira Shady Behrouzan 
8 years ago

If I could pitch a tent and move into Shellback's, I would. So if you don't like this fine establishment... Shellback's is not the problem it's you. 

Frequently asked questions about Shellback Tavern

How is Shellback Tavern rated?

Shellback Tavern has a 4.5 star rating with 1,192 reviews. 

When is Shellback Tavern open?

Shellback Tavern is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

Need help? Contact us.

Speak with a specialist to learn how you can grow with Birdeye. We are reachable at profiles@birdeye.com