Manhattan Beach will once again host a premier culinary celebration this September, as the Manhattan Beach Food & Wine festival returns for its second year with 46 acclaimed chefs. The two-night event will feature curated wines and top Southern California chefs, offering guests a taste of the region’s best.
Highlights
- The 2nd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine event will be held in September 2025.
- Featuring a lineup of 46 acclaimed chefs, the event offers a true culinary showcase.
- Live entertainment and the beautiful location will enhance the experience for visitors.
2nd Manhattan Beach Food & Wine
Manhattan’s stunning coastal sights are soon to welcome food lovers from all over the nation. The 2nd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine is set to return with a weekend of tastings, live music, and chef-driven fare. Event Founder Shelby Russell and Culinary Curator and Host Neal Fraser are here with the new round of this culinary feast.
The two-night festival will feature 46 chefs from top restaurants across Southern California and beyond, with 23 star chefs serving each evening. Alongside chef-prepared dishes, the event will feature a curated mix of wines, spirits, and craft cocktails. The event is backed by an impressive line-up of partners and is also serving as the beneficiary of a nonprofit organization.
Venue Details
At the end of Veterans Parkway Greenbelt Path, a 40,000 square-foot space is dedicated to this event. The expansive outdoor venue offers guests a scenic setting to enjoy tastings, wine, and live entertainment. With scenic views and live entertainment, the event invites locals and visitors alike to enjoy a night of culinary discovery.
- Where: 3500 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
- Date: September 12, 2025, and September 13, 2025 (7 pm to 10 pm)
Ticket Details
A variety of ticket packages are available for attendees. From regular admission to group packages, there are options for all. It is important to highlight that this event is for individuals who are 21+ only. With this, here is the information on tickets and ticket packages for the event:
Regular Admission
- Price: $185
- Available For: September 12 and 13
- Time: 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- Includes: Tastings from 46 chefs, plus wine and spirits.
Delta VIP Early Entry Pass
- Price: $279
- Available For: September 12 and 13
- Time: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- Inclusive of: One hour early access to all the top chefs and spirits.
The Reserve Estate Lounge (Group Package)
- Price: $395 per person (Four-person table- $1,580 or Eight-person table- $3,160)
- Available For: September 12 and 13
- Time: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- Inclusive of: Reserved high-top table and barstools for a party of four or eight. Enjoy early access to the event and a comfortable setting.
Group Discount Package
- Price: $160 per person (Minimum order of 10 tickets)
- Available For: September 12 and 13
- Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 pm
- Inclusive of: regular admission to the event with a $25 discount on every ticket.
The tickets are available for booking via the Manhattan Beach Food & Wine website.
Event Partners and Beneficiaries
This year, the event not only boasts its impressive line-up of chefs but also its partners. Event partners help bring the Manhattan Beach Food & Wine experience to life with their support and activations. The event partners for this year’s Manhattan Beach Food & Wine include:
- Delta Air Lines: The official airline partner.
- Infiniti of South Bay: The official auto partner.
- Westdrift Manhattan Beach: The official Hotel partner.
- Manhattan Village: The official shopping and dining center partner.
- San Pellegrino: The official water partner.
- Chef Works: The official hospitality apparel partner.
- Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove: The official kitchen appliance partners of the culinary event.
- Southern California Restaurant Design Group: Official commercial kitchen designer partner of the food event.
- T-Mobile: The official wireless partner.
- Lyft: The official rideshare.
- Other partners: Reed Smith, Burford Beach Homes, Franki App, Peter Law Group, Ramtek, Ice Bulb, and Sip Social South Bay.
The event beneficiary is the Culinary Careers Program. Co-chaired by chef Marcus Samuelsson, it is a nonprofit organization supporting teens. It helps to provide opportunities to underserved teens to pursue careers in the restaurant and hospitality industry.
Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival Highlights
This event brings together culinary enthusiasts from around the nation. Providing a world-class experience, this is a celebration for tastebuds. There will be a lot happening in this 40,000 square-foot space, and here are some of the highlights:
- Culinary Showcase: 46 chefs will present signature dishes from top restaurants across Southern California.
- Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages: The line-up of wines, spirits, cocktails, and more amplifies the beauty of the evenings.
- Live Entertainment: A treat for different senses, the live entertainment creates a lively atmosphere.
- The Beautiful Manhattan Beach: Set adjacent to the beach, the location adds a touch of charm to the event.
- Complimentary Parking: Manhattan Village is offering complimentary parking this year.
- Community Impact: Support a nonprofit while indulging in the delicacies.
There’s a lot more happening at the event, and additional details are available online.
The 2025 All-Star Chef Line-Up
One of the event’s biggest draws is its lineup of celebrated chefs from across the country. Gathering from around the nation, here’s a list of some of the chefs one can catch a glimpse of during the event:
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- Chef Erik Ackley: Fishing with Dynamite
- Chef Vanda Asapahu & Cathy Asapahu: Ayara Thai
- Chef Jose Acevedo: Mercado
- Chef Noah Clark: BOX Chicken
- Chef Brendan Collins: Boa Steakhouse
- Chef Chris Cosentino: KOAST
- Chef Shaun Dry: BrewCo Social, Rock’N Fish
- Chef Chris Feldmeier: Love & Salt
- Chef Mary Sue Milliken & Susan Feniger: Alice B., Border Grill, Socalo
- Chef Steven Fretz: Coast Range
- Chef Jason Fullilove: Saint & Second
- Chef Ray Garcia
- Chef Jeffray Gardner: Marsatta Chocolate
- Chef Ray Hayashi: Ryla
- Chef Jackson Kalb: Jemma, Ospi, Jame
- Chef Jayro Martinez: Top of the V
- Chef Joel Hammond: Uchi West Hollywood
- Chef Dennis Horton: California Surf Club, BeachLife Festival, BeachLife Grotto
- Chef Stephanie Izard: Girl & the Goat
- Chef Thomas & Vanessa Tilaka Kalb: Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery
- Chef Antonia Lofaso: Black Market Liquor Bar, Scopa Italian Roots, DAMA
- Chef Raphael Lunetta: Lunetta
- Chef David LeFevre: Fishing with Dynamite, MB Post, The Arthur J, AttaGirl
- Chef Alice Mai: AttaGirl
- Chef Chris Park: The Strand House
- Chef Michael Reed: Poppy + Rose, Poppy & Seed
- Chef Steve Samson: Rossoblu, Superfine
- Chef Frank Ryan Saporito: Wife and the Somm
- Chef Warren Schwartz: Magpies Softserve
- Chef Jimmy Shaw: Loteria Grill
- Chef Bret Thompson: Pez Cantina, Pez Coastal Kitchen
- Chef Dustin Trani: J. Trani’s, Trani’s Dockside Station
- Chef Sherry Yard: Bakery by the Yard
There are many more chefs arriving at the event, creating an unforgettable spectacle. The two evenings combine mouthwatering delicacies and the beautiful sight of Manhattan. Attendees can look forward to a diverse culinary journey featuring regional flavors and chef-driven creations.
