Esperanza Cocina de la Playa - Manhattan Beach

Esperanza Cocina de la Playa, is here in Manhattan Beach! Under the direction of Corporate Chef Raymond Alvarez and Head Mixologists John Fox and Kevin Williams, Esperanza beckons guests with modern interpretations of traditional Sonoran cuisine and an expertly crafted bar program.

The team tapped award-winning architect and designer Gulla Jónsdóttir to create Esperanza’s sophisticated, coastal design, which incorporates handcrafted materials, furniture, and décor from around the world. With its great location in Manhattan Beach, just blocks from the Pacific Ocean, Esperanza is easily one of the best Mexican restaurants located in the South Bay. The vibe and design blends beach town elegance with modern cool.

Exterior photo of Esperanza Cocina y Tequila

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Three fried halibut tacos on corn tortillas.

Tacos de Halibut Frito

chipotle aioli, garlic mojo, guacamole, queso fresco

A large burrito topped with green and red sauces.

Esperanza Burrito Especial

crispy twice grilled flour tortilla with refritos blanco, arroz Mexicana roja, queso blanco, roasted salsa, guacamole, crema, pico de gallo.

A seared salmon fillet resting on a crispy sweet corn cake and green salsa.

Achiote Beso Salmon

crispy sweet corn cake, tomatillo chipotle salsa, jalapeno crema

An orange-hued cocktail in a textured rocks glass with a salt rim.

Farm Margarita

cazadores reposado, house pressed carrot juice, ginger liqueur, organic agave nextar, fresh lime & orange juices

A bright yellow cocktail served in a martini glass.

La Pasion

vanilla vodka, mezcal, licor 43, passion fruit puree, fresh lime juice, polynesian bitters, prosecco

A pink cocktail in a textured rocks glass with a salt rim.

Spicy Pomegranate Margarita

sauza hornitos reposado, housemade pomegranate syrup, muddled jalapeno, pomegranate seeds