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Shellback Tavern

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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

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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
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Michele Marshall 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Great dive bar. Friendly bartenders. Great location. 

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Kylie Brindley 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Super friendly staff. Food was great! And met some really awesome people. Great laid back atmosphere in an awesome location. 

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Debb Brindley 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

what an awesome place, went in for a cold one, stayed 3 hours. great staff, great atmosphere, beautiful clientele 10/10 for service 😁 

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Janet Martinez 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Great atmosphere, next to the beach! Cool place. Good service! 

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Dino Costa 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

casual place, good food, and a great Mai tai 

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Lane Luft 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

A very sweet new whiskey. Nice to sip along with something harder. ;) 

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Kent Peterson 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Great spot & beach bar. A must visit every time we vacay in this area. Recommend the Fanta shots. 

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Anna Pereira 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

❤️ it amazing place to hangout 

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Lilia Cayabyab Rupp 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Nice place to celebrate 4th of July, 🎉🇺🇸 with good food and nice ambiance❣ 

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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.  

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