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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
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Teo Romero 
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6 years ago

Definitely Recommend!! Will be back ! 

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Luis MH 
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6 years ago

excelente lugar, buena comida y muy buena atención 

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Mark VanStrepen 
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6 years ago

Always friendly staff, great food & drinks & best views of the beach🤟🍻🇨🇦 

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Amanda Morrison 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Great friendly staff, great food and atmosphere 👍 

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Chris Lee 
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6 years ago

Friendly clientele Beer nice 

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Matt Matich 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Manhattan Beach classic. If this is the kind of place you’re looking for, this is the place for you. You can’t go wrong. 

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Larry Castro Sr. 
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6 years ago

kool place....great service 

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Chanel Bern 
6 years ago
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Glenn Kumro 
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6 years ago

Cool place great sunset with a great value for happy hour 

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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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