Esperanza Cocina de la Playa
Esperanza Cocina de la Playa
with crispy tortilla chips
Mango, Elote and Puerco Chicharron gucamoles with crispy plantain chips
guacamole, pico de gallo, crema, frijoles negro
wile mexican shrimp & dungeness crab, guacamole, pico de gallo, crema, frijoles negro
fresno aioli, jalapeno crema, queso fresco
guacamole, pico de gallo, crema
flamed mexican cheeses, homemade flour tortillas, salsa trio
seabass, tomato, jalapeno, avocado, crispy plantain chips
seabass, red jalapeno broth, green olive, avocado, crispy plantain chips
white prawns, tajin mango chamoy broth, crispy plantain chips
ceviche trio - blanco, los cabos & pineapple camaron
poached shrimp, roja chipotle broth, serrano, red onion, cilantro
chipotle aioli, garlic mojo, guacamole, queso fresco
griddled queso, fresno aioli, avocado, cotija
grilled market vegetables, fresno aioli, avocado, queso freso, fresno chile, cilantro
fresno aioli, white wine, garlic, lime, red chile
griddled queso, roasted salsa, jalapeno crema, avocado
roasted salsa, avocado, pico de gallo, queso blanco
chimichurri filet mignon, roasted corn, cucumber, avocado, tomato, red onion, queso blanco, red wine vinaigrette
shaved celery, fried capers, garlic jalapeno tomato, pepita caesar dressing, caper cheese toast
braised shredded beef or chicken machaca, refritos blanco, shredded lettuce & cabbage, red wine vinaigrette, queso blanco, guacamole, pico de gallo, crema
braised shredded short rib or shredded chicken breast, avocado, cabbage, tomato, jalapeno, red onion, cotija, white wine vinaigrette
caldo de ancho, chicken breast, market vegetables, queso fresco, tortilla chips
chipotle queso, avocado tomatillo salsa, fresno aioli. vegan.
homemade corn tortillas, picadillo vegano, roasted salsa, guacamole, cabbage jalapeno slaw, arroz de tomatillo. Vegan
picadillo vegano, quinoa vegetable salad, cantina corn, gucacamole, pico, chiptole mojo, arroz de tomatillo. vegan
grilled market vegetables, picadillo vegano, chipotle queso, toamtillo avocado salsa, arroz de tomatillo, quiona vegetable salad
home made flour tortillas, guacamole, crema, pico de gallo, arroz mexicana roja,
guacamole, pico de gallo, pickled red onion, home-made corn tortillas, frijoles negro
bone in chicken breast, chile pepitas, arroz tomatillo, choice of side
crispy onion, arroz tomatillo, choice of side
bone in chicken breast, chipotle crema, mushrooms, caramelized onions, arroz de tomatillo, choice of side.
crispy twice grilled flour tortilla, refritos blanco, arroz mexicana roja, queso blanco, roasted salsa, guacamole, crema, pico de gallo
chimichurri filet mignon, chimichurri or ranchera sauce, arroz de tomatillo
8oz USDA certified prime center cut, chipotle crema, mushrooms, caramelized onion, arroz de tomatillo
12oz aged USDA certified prime strip loin, chimichurri or ranchera sauce, crispy onion, frijoles negro
6oz USDA certified prime center cut filet mignon, chipotle crema, mushrooms, caramelized onion, arroz de tomatillo, choice of mariscos pacificos.
pasilla suiza crema, queso blanco, arroz mexicana roja, refritos blanco
seared chile halibut, jalapeno crema, pico de gallo, jalapeno cabbage slaw, arroz de tomatillo, frijoles negro
crispy sweet corn cake, tomatillo chipotle salsa, jalapeno cream
diablo ranchera sauce, rajas, chile de arbol, arroz mexicana, refritos blanco
garlic, tomato, red onion, crushed chile, tequila & lime, arroz mexicana roja, refritos blancos
grilled poblano with lobster, shrimp & fresh corn, roasted salsa, arroz mexicana roja, refritos blancos
lobster & shrimp, tequila cream sauce, queso blanco, crispy tortilla. with guacamole, crema and pico de gallo
home made flour tortillas, guacamole, crema, pico de gallo, arroz mexicana roja, refritos blancos
pand seared fresh fish, choice of preparation, arroz de tomatillo, choice of side.
grilled lobster & shrimp relleno, shrimp & dungeness crab enchilada marisco suiza, seared halibut soft taco, arroz de tomatillo, frijoles negro
chicken machaca or short rib crispy taco & cheese, chicken machaca or short rib enchilada
relleno frito, queso fresco, ranchera salsa & chicken machaca or short rib crispy taco
cheese, chicken machaca or short rib enchilada & relleno frito, queso fresco, ranchera salsa
chicken machaca or short rib crispy taco & cheese, chicken machaca or short rib enchilada & relleno frito with queso fresco and ranchera salsa
chicken machcaca or short rib, queso blanco, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce
cheese, chicken machaca or short rib, guajillo chile sauce, queso blanco, crema
chimichurri filet mignon or achiote chicken breast, guacamole, roasted salsa, chipotle, queso fresco
pasilla suiza, queso blanco, avocado, crema
shrimp & dungeness crab enchilada with pasilla suiza & chimichurri filet mignon enchilada with ranchera sauce, arroz de tomatillo, frijoles negro
chicken machaca, queso, chipotle pepitas, arroz de tomatillo, frijoles negro
green rice
Spanish Rice
Black Beans
refried beans
fresh corn off the cob, fresno aioli, cotija cheese, tajin
fresh corn off the cob, fresno aioli (vegan)
with pepppered bacon & garlic
fresno aioli, crispy shallots
arugula, red wine vinaigrette, jicama, cotija, chipotle pepitas
3 homemade flour tortillas, honey butter, salsa roja and salsa verde
homemade creme caramel mexican custard, cinnamon sugar bunelos
with sauce trio of mexican chocolate, caramel dulce, sweet cream leche
with horchata ice cream, cookie crumbles, chocolate caramel drizzle
horchata ice cream hand rolled in crispy coconut honey almond crust, chocolate caramel drizzle
refritos blanco and cheese with arroz mexicana roja on the side
refritos blanco, melted cheese, tortilla chips
chicken machaca or shredded short rib taco with cheese & lettuce. served with arroz mexicana roja and refritos blancos
2 braised short rib taquitos with arroz mexicana roja and refritos blancos
Relleno de Langosta y Camaron
Chilaquiles
Michelada and rose rose sangria coffee
Seating & Decor 08-06-2024
Lobster eggs benny
Chilaquiles
Shrimp Breakfast Tacos
View from the bar
Papas rajas
Mojito
Seating 08-06-2024
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House margarita
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La Pasion
Sangria (so good!)
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Looking out
Frozen margarita
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Criz D.
Nov 18, 2024
Great food, friendly efficient service and a beautiful setting. I will go back a million times.What we ordered: everything was delicious and I'm not exaggerating!Guacamole and ChipsShort Rib TaquitosBrisket and Chicken NachosTaco and Enchilada entree!Palmilla Margarita- SOOOOO good
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Kim K.
Jan 18, 2025
Last night we went to Esperanza Cocina de la Playa in Manhattan Beach. Small happening busy place with cute decor. Great service... shout out to Kevin. The food was really good so would definitely come back. Travel_lifestyle_chowShrimp taquitos - very goodQueso fundito - delish!Anchors Beso salmon - tastyCabo surf & turf enchiladas - he said it was goodMango margarita mocktail - he loved it
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Sydney H.
Dec 4, 2024
I've been a few times and like coming back to this place. The decor is beautiful and the front patio is open, so it all feels very light and airy. The service is always friendly, quick and attentive.I'm not even a nacho person and I'd say these are a highlight and must. It comes as a massive plate piled with toppings, and they're really good. I'd skip the ceviche - it's super small for the price and I think there are better things. The handmade tortillas are awesome. I haven't tried the entrees as I usually go for nachos and small plate or two (the entrees can be pricey).Lastly, they have a ton of margarita options and other drinks as well that are quite good.
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Rus M.
Nov 24, 2024
Food: 3/5Service: 4/5Ambiance: 4/5Parking: 2/5Family friendly: 2/5Stroller friendly: 1/5ADA accessible: 3/5Came here to meet a friend for dinner at 7pm on a Wednesday night and this place is packed. Def more of an elevated Mexican/Latin inspired bar that serves food. Ot die sure has the beach vibe. My buddy and I ended up ordering sharing nachos de esperanza ($21.50), lobster fajitas ($40+), tacos de camarones frito ($18.5), got two cocktails ($16+ each). High quality ingredients, but, flavors deviated a bit much for me and personally a bit overpriced. Yes, I understand you're in Manhattan Beach and that's the demographic. On the other hand, it's a great ambiance and when we had service, it was good. And like all beach parking, it sucked. I parked about 2 blocks away. Not so sure this is a family place, at night that is. But seating is tight if your planning on bringing a stroller and not sitting on the patio. Come and check this place out for yourself though. Cheers!
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Miriam Y.
Dec 30, 2024
First of all I do have to say this place is great for drinks and maybe some apps! It's super cute and it was popin when I went there with a friend! The servers were super friendly and attentive especially the bartenders! We sat at the bar because we didn't wanna wait for a table. The bar was super roomy and comfy! However the food was disappointing. For a spot like this I expected better ingredients and taste. I did enjoy the free apps, I think that was my fav. It was flavorful and unique. So I'd go again for the drinks and ambience but maybe not so much for the food
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Triston T.
Mar 3, 2025
So thankful for the vegan options they have here! I love their vegan potato taquitos , vegan tacos and vegan bowl!
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Amy M.
Oct 26, 2024
My friend and I only stoped by here to grab a drink, but our bartender Kristy was the sweetest!She had great energy talking to us and her other customers. All the servers were lively despite it being slow. We got a spicy double margarita and a Kamikaze shot. So good, we'll def be back!
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Marbella T.
Dec 15, 2024
Perfect place to meet for cocktails and appetizers and then enjoy the Manhattan beach strand. Everything is absolutely delicious and so aesthetic.
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Johnny N.
Jul 22, 2024
I'm a grown ass hater when it comes to upscale Mexican restaurants. How are you going to take something as sacred as Mexican cuisine and charge me $15 for some chips and guac??? It goes against the whole ethos of Mexican culture.However, in the same contradictory breadth, I LOVE Javier's. It is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants. I don't even care that I'm getting charged $32 for a steak quesadilla because they completely captured an authentic Mexican restaurant, from the ambiance to the handshaken margs to the food.When I first walked into Esperanza I wanted to hate it so bad, but it is the Javier's of Manhattan Beach. Honestly, a little better.It was everything I could ever ask for: Handmade flour tortillas for the table to start off, a cozy ambiance that looks like it belongs on the coast of Cabo, nachos that remind me of how my Mexican Granny used to make them, delicious margs, an engaging and knowledgeable staff, and a burrito that is grilled twice so that it comes slightly crispy. I can't get enough of this place.Esperanza has become my favorite Mexican restaurant in Manhattan Beach, and maybe even my overall favorite restaurant. I'm obsessed. That Filet Mignon Burrito is straight up a work of art. Thank you for proving me wrong. Keep doing you. I'mma keep doing me.Ig @jnov_Tiktok @jnov_reviews
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Michaela L.
Feb 8, 2025
We love Ben!!! Great service. Fun vibe. Great Saturday night. We will be back very soon.
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