Redondo Beach Pier

Cool pier. Felt very local with people fishing and hanging out. There's a few restaurants. Many that will display their seafood. We saw some seals swimming a few hundred feet away and the water below was so clear.

Came to the annual 52 Kite flying event with my group. It was hot, but next time we will be prepared. We thought it was a small group, we didn't think the kite flying was an annual event. But it was actually a beach event. Lots of people. We got there early, 11:45 am, so we found parking. Left at 1:45 pm, the heat drained us and our car's ac replenished us.when we were leaving there were a lot of cars trying to find parking.

May not have all of the fanfare Santa Monica pier has. But it's a much more relaxed feeling. Seems more peaceful. Plenty of places to eat. If you looking for attractions, definitely not for you. But if you want an enjoyable walk or a night out, this is the place.

I have been here many times during the day and for sunset but never in the night As a first experience, it was so nice and peaceful. I truly do love redondo beach. It is a great place to sit and think. You can come with friends, family, anyone. They have a great environment for everyone.

Great day, lots to see and do. Thought we were going for an hour and spent 4 hours. Highly recommend visiting on a week day before tourist season.

Perfect family sunset spot! Parking: Large paid lot right at the base; very convenient. Facilities: Clean restrooms and plenty of benches for breaks. Vibe: Clean, safe, and not too crowded on weeknights. Family Tip: Bring a light jacket, as it gets breezy on the water after the sun goes down." Lots to do=fishing, shops, food, coffee, ice cream, seafood market, boat ride, skate park, and more

Such a fun environment. Stores and restaurants were open. I didn't know people hung out there at night. We got some yummy churros. Walked the pier and enjoyed hearing the live band. Beach was nice. Parking wasn't too far. However, restroom was nasty. Need constant cleaning.

The Baseline: For a “Point of Interest” the area needs to stand out for what it is, be a safe/welcoming environment, show off why it is interesting, and be an experience you want to be a part of for the moment that you are there. Service: No real interaction with anyone maintaining the pier but the parking here is automated. The pier uses the ParkMobile app which lets you monitor you parking add add if you going over. I saw staff maintaining the public restroom area so the pier area is monitored. Selection: Lots of selection of restaurants to choose from here at the pier as well as some souvenir/knick-knack shops to make it fun. The restaurant choices range from seafood to Asian to Mexican to ice cream. Value: The range of prices for food and touristy trinkets run the gauntlet of how much you may wish to spend. The beach area is free but the parking isn’t. The ParkMobile app charges a 35 cent service fee no matter your time and 2 hours of parking cost me $4. The parking areas are monitored by staff and police in the area so it is a safe place to park and enjoy the pier.

I love how you can just drive here to Redondo Beach Pier and never have to worry about pahking!! In fact, the pahking spots are covered so it never gets hot and it's also well lit so safety is not a concern. It's a Great pier, there are so many options for food, site seeing, People watching and water activities too. You can go to the beach and work on your tan or surf. I've been working from home since 2020 so I do need to work on my tan and get some more vitamin D while I'm at it. I've only surfed on Waikiki and I think it's more challenging to surf here. Or you can just go for a bike ride or a long walk as many people are doing just that. Please be mindful as you cross the bike lanes which are well marked. The pier is seemingly never crowded and I really like that. If you're seeking a respite from your busy lives, you can still achieve that here, even on a Saturday.

Nice beach that wasn't too crowded and looked fun to fish in. I wouldn't recommend eating the fish since the water looked polluted. Great place to hang out and get a tan or walk and get some much needed cardio.

It's the beach! What more can you ask for? You can ask for a pier where you can fish, eat, and drink well at one of the many restaurants both well-known and at a "mom and pop" spot. Walk your dog, play with your kids, and have a picnic in the park. Watch the sunset, and watch the sunrise while dolphins play. Get your exercise on or join a Zumba group or take a free yoga class on the sand. Play volleyball if that's your thing. Surf, body surf, or joyfully get your feet wet. Check out the whale-watching tours as well as the relaxing boat ride for 45 min or two hours on the weekends. In the summer check out the concert series near the fishing area and the outdoor movies in the skateboard area. Lots to do! Besides the beach is free, take advantage! Check your local listing for times and dates of the events mentioned. Cheers to Cali Sunshine!

This place is my past childhood, and present, and likely my future. I came here with my parents when we had first immigrated to the states, how exciting and new everything was back then. Then I came back with friends to enjoy the view, get gelato, ride inline skate, and dip our feet in the cold waters. Then I came back with my bf to bask in the sunset together, hold hands and look into each others' eyes. We talked and walked around to explore all corners of the pier. I assume I'll come back one day with our own little children, and maybe much much later when we're both old and frail to see the view together one last time.

They have a parking structure, you can use debit/credit or cash. If you use cash, make sure to have it in the exact amount for the hours you planned on visiting. The machine does not give out change (I did that mistake prior to reading the machine policy) I believe it's a three story parking structure, plenty of parking. During busy season, it's very tough to find parking. When I arrived, it was pretty quiet on a weekday. Some stores were closed or permanently closed down. Compared to a few years ago, a lot have changed. It looks ruined down. There's a handful of shops and restaurants on the pier that you can explore. They have Chinese food, sea food, sushi and "fair" food such as hot dogs, variety of deep fried food. Other than that, the pier is a good place to fish and get your steps in on a hot sunny day. There's a fish cleaning station & plenty of seats. They have restrooms that is on the same level as the pier. Plenty of spots to take great photos and look at sea animals. There's a park near by, you can picnic and hang out with family and friends. It's very scenic.

I've been coming since I was a kid lots of selection so much service OK at times it's difficult to find a table and be careful when you're eating a seagull might take your food away and the prices tend to be overpriced, but I've been coming since I'm a kidso it's kind of tradition

Redondo Beach Pier was originally built in 1888 to handle lumber trade from the Pacific Northwest. This pier is known for its' horseshoe shape and being the largest "endless" pier on the California coast. When planning your visit to Redondo Beach and it's pier, you can plan to park on their underground structure that is built under the pier. There were many floors and plenty of parking. Parking is $2/hour which is really affordable. You can pay by the stall number at one of their machines or you can download the Park Mobile app for Zone 2001 and enter your space number. I prefer the app method since there is no scaled discounts on overpaying for time, and if you have the app you can easily extend your time from the convenience of your phone and not running back to the structure in the middle of your adventures. My boyfriend and I originally started off with 2 hours for our spot, and ended up adding one more hour as we found we needed more time to explore and enjoy. They frequently host events at the pier or you can partake in one of the usual activities like boating, e-bikes, stand up paddle boards, surfing, swimming, kayaking, and more. There were also many restaurants and tourist shops for souvenirs. It was a nice enclosed area so I don't feel like it's too much walking, but still a decent amount of stuff to check out. We came during a football Sunday and the bars down here had plenty of TVs and locals dressed up in their fan gear and enjoying Sunday football with some booze. Personally, we were brought down here by the Glass Bottom Boat attraction and the infamous Quality Seafood. More to those on the individual business pages. Being a little out of the way for us, I wouldn't see us coming here all the time, but maybe once in a blue moon when we feel like getting out of our usual radius.

9/14/23 On a rare occasion these days, a day OFF, couldn't pass up stopping by the Redondo Beach pier, and since it's a Thursday, it happens to be a day for the farmer's' market. The weather os perfect, sunny, blue skies with a cool breeze. Strolling by some shops at the pier is always a treat. I love to check up on the fishermen who are eagerly waiting for today's catch. I purchased a few postcards to send to friends & we were on our merry way for more outings. Another fabulous & gorgeous day at the RB pier

I LOVE FISHING HERE Best Place I've fished so far ! Please lmk of any other places ! I always come here to get out the house & love the pier because I don't have to be in the water If I choose . But if you ever want to go out & get wet the water is not far & you can easily set up & Wash off at the end when you need to ! Nothing but good memories & a blast here every time .

Beautiful day by the beach. We came by before lunch to soak up some LA sun and chill vibes before I head back to SF. I am comforted by the water and the sand, and know that no matter where we are in the world, we are all connected by nature.

Beautiful beach but people are so weird about dogs on the beach . But I don't mind because I still take my baby for a quick jump on the beach. You have to be a little savior faire in this town.

2023/140 Located at the Fisherman's Wharf known for its scenic oceanfront shopping and nightlife dining as well as musical festivities. A lot of fun activities you can do here: Biking Fishing Surfing Whale Watching Dining Shopping Boogie boarding sailing scuba diving skimboarding snorkeling Swimming Boardwalking Building sand castles Playing frisbee Watching the waves Listening to the sounds of waves Enjoying the sunset Flying kite Skating ...or Just merely chilling on a beach chair like me...!!!

The pier has a really cool shape to it, it like loops around in a half circle. Water doesn't seem very deep cause it don't extend out very far. Ppl were fishing there. Pretty damn dead this x of yr. Nothing going on down thr. Maybe dif I'm sure in Sumner. Free parking right now cause the holidays.

I was looking for something to do after going to a Yelp Elite event and the Redondo Beach pier came to mind. I remember the last time I came was years ago. I remember there was an arcade and I was trying to look for it but it looks like it shut down. Parking here was easy, the parking structure had plenty of parking and the rate was $2 an hour which I thought is pretty affordable. There were gift shops, places to eat, desserts, and plenty of sightseeing and people watching here. Lots of people were fishing here and the water looked clean and turquoise. Overall, I find it smaller than the Santa Monica Pier with less things to do, but I thought it was a hidden gem and much closer especially if you want to avoid the crowds at Santa Monica.

The pier is a great place for tourists and locals to visit. There is a parking garage on site at the main entrance. Last we checked, they had automated pay stations. The lot dues get full during tourist season (May-Aug/Sept) during the summer months. Get there before 11:00 for a better chance at parking and before 10:00 to get good parking. Most locals know that you can park on the side streets to the left/south of the main entrance to the pier for fee and walk over. Try Pearl, Topaz, and Broadway for closer parking and A-I for further parking. However, check the street signs for the street sweeping days so u don't get ticketed. The restaurants on the pier have changed over the years, but there is usually a good variety from fast food to casual sit down to higher end restaurants available. El Torito, Old Tony's, and Kincaid's are the higher end ones that have been there for a while with Tony's as the oldest then Torito and Kincaid's the newest. Of these we would just recommend El Torito for the best overall value and Kincaids if u really want to drop a few bucks and have a high end on the water dinner. You can always walk around the pier for free and there are usually some people fishing you can watch. The walking/bike path that runs by the parking structure runs along the beach to the south (left of facing the water with the garage behind u) and ends quite far down. It also runs to the north (right) but closer to the water and with no beach. There are also numerous good restaurants along PCH near the pier, but most are not within walking distance. Eating along PCH and then driving to closer parking or to the garage and then walking on the pier or bike/walking path is a nice day/evening. If u go to the south down the bike/walking path there is a way to go to a path up by the apartments that overlook the beach. If u walk far enough there are several benches scattered on the path where u can overlook the beach and watch the sun set. Careful on the bike path, and use the walking path marked for pedestrians or u might get hit or cursed at by angry bikers. Mind the signs and leave ur dog at home as they r not allowed on the beach and the police occasionally r there to ticket violators--don't ruin ur visit with a needless ticket and by having locals mad at u for getting poop on the path or in the sand! Follow the rules and safety precautions and u will have a great time and no one will bother u. Ask other pedestrians to take ur pic, many ppl r friendly and helpful to do that. Have a great visit to the beach/pier!

I live nearby and at first I didn't understand the non chain stores here the city votes on, but when when you get that its all small owed business then you appreciate it,I still think they should put a Starbucks or mini chick fila, would be nice..however I love the round pier that never ends,its in great shape, lots of fishing, amazing views both in day time and night time, I do miss the arcade my mother and I loved it there..Tony's bar has been there like forever..

Wonderful place to bring the family on a nice summer day. Parking is $2 hr. There are many different places to eat if u like seafood. There's also tons of activities/things to do. I highly recommend spending a day here.

Somehow we got a parking spot right by the water and pier. Yay! The pier is nice. Good options for snacks and a few stores to pop into. It has a great view of the water as well.

I love the occasional yoga classes on the pier, great spot to take a walk and grab some bites. Wish I could take my dog, but apparently no dogs allowed :(

I like this pier. It could be more updated and less stinky where the main bathroom is next to the parking lot. OFMG uou get here that's what's you smell first smh I gag every time . Once you pass it though it's ocean breeze after and food smell. Then you pass the shops and then more ocean breeze on the pier. Quick fishing spot if you don't want to travel too far.

Redondo Beach has a nice, big Pier, never super crowded, with great views, fun to check out. It is old style, wooden, very nicely maintained. There are picnic tables around if you want to bring your own food or grab some from the casual seafood places near by. There are various restaurants and stores around. If you want something more elegant, Tony's on Pier is a go to. Otherwise, fun, unpretentious food- fish and chips, funnel cake, to indulge while enjoying a day out. Sometimes they have bands playing here - during 4th of July for example and fireworks. A fun pier to check out if you're in Redondo! A nice walk alongside the Pacific!

I've been going to the Redondo Beach Pier for many years and I always have a good experience. When I want good fish I usually go to the north side of the pier on the lower level and go to quality seafood. Are usually gravitate towards their clam chowder soup or the ceviche which they have four different types of and I asked them to mix them. It does get busy at times so be prepared to be patient if needed!

This area consists of the Beach, Pier (which has retail space called the Landing). The vast majority of the businesses are restaurants, most centered around seafood. Like most piers, there will be fishermen in the morning. If you are able to get carry-out, one can eat on the numerous stone tables that reside on the pier, while listening to the ocean waves, smelling the salt air, and feeling the westerly breezes. Just watch out for aggressive birds who will steal your food if you are not paying attention. It's just a great way to enjoy the SoCal atmos while dining.

Besides Santa Monica, this is my favorite Southern calif. Pier. For eating,fishing,strolling,buying fresh seafood to take home,Etc.I loved that Arcade that was here since I could remember. Many new murals depicting sea life and those bright orange Garabaldi fish in the harbor. (Someone must have transplanted them here, because other than Avalon, I have never seen them. Nowhere else.

I brought my young daughters and my brother who was visiting from out of town to Redondo Beach Pier on 4/14/22. There are several nice eateries and mom and pop shops on the Pier which has a unique horseshoe shape to it - not the typical long stretch out to the ocean with the same entry and exit. For a nicer lunch or dinner with drinks, I recommend Tony's on the Pier. Parking was easy. There is a huge lot sort of below the pier - sounds scary, right? Just park and pay at a kiosk. No need to leave the ticket on your dash. It's $2 per hour. Add your mobile number to extend your stay via text message when you pay by credit card. Maybe on a warmer less windy day I will let my 7 and 8-year-olds climb down to the small beach area inside the horseshoe. I bet they would like climbing over the huge boulders and rocks. PROS + several benches and picnic tables on the pier + sandy beach areas nearby + bicycle rentals + boat rides plus sports fishing + free public fishing area + gondola rides + kayak rentals + sup/paddle board rentals + pedal boat rentals + sailing + seaside lagoon (open May-September... swimming area with slides & lifeguards) + whale watching opportunities + this is where George Freeth introduced surfing to California CONS A major pitfall was how much trash and debris we saw floating around everywhere - particularly in the crashing waves below the pillars.

Visited on 07/25/22. I don't come here often but whenever my boyfriend is around the area (he was born and raised in the South Bay) we try out best to spend some quality time here. The Redondo Beach and Pier is huge and very family friendly. In terms of parking, you're supposed to pay at the kiosk but we never see anyone buying parking tickets! The pier has a bunch of boutique stores, dessert places, seafood restaurants, and more! We enjoy walking around and looking around the amazing, oceanic view. A lot of people fish around here as well. We love looking at the cute birdies and taking pictures of them!

Nice day to walk around at the pier in October 2015. Come here if you need a break from Santa Monica Beach or Huntington Beach. Great place to enjoy the ocean views. Not much going on around this time, so it was a good time to go get some fresh seafood! Grab a michelada and some clam chowder, calamari, lobster bisque, fish and chips, and lobster rolls, at Quality Seafood. Plenty of seats and family friendly.

We came here Sunday to meet up w/ a relatives. It is nice and not packed compared to other beaches. The only thing that I don't like is their public restrooms,it's dirty and it's stinks,hopefully they will make a renovation soon

Los Angeles has some great piers. The Redondo Beach Pier is one of them. It is right at Kings Harbor in Redondo Beach off the 1. There are a few ways to get there, just stay near the ocean in Redondo Beach and watch the signs. It is a large pier, really two in one. It seems like a big circle. Parking is easy in their lot and the prices to park are fair. There is also some street parking but mind the signs, the tickets are expensive and will ruin your day. It is great there in the day time, but my grandson and I prefer just near sunset and after dark. We can get parked, watch the sunset right from the beach, which is accessible or from the pier. It is super pretty. The pier has lots to do for everyone. There are tourist places for shirts and souvenirs'. You can get a real pearl in an oyster. There is a place for photo taking and there is an arcade. The pier has so many places to eat from cheap eats to some great fine dinning restaurants. There is Hot Dog on a Stick and so many fast food fish places where you get your food from an outdoor counter and eat at the tables provided. They even have fast Thai food and it is good. We love their fine dinning eateries. Tony's on the Pier is one of the oldest on the pier and it is old style seafood with an Italian flare, it is great. You can also eat Mexican food at El Torito if you want, we don't care for it, but you might. They have a nice bar. As to bars they have those as well and at night they have live bands. The bands are usually on the weekends. The area around the pier is lovely and there is so much to drive to. The Manhattan Beach Pier is nearby as well. Redondo Beach has a lot to offer and you will find something you love.

Came here on sunny Sunday afternoon to enjoy the view of ocean. Purchased some food before coming here and ate on the beach. It was very peaceful afternoon, I enjoyed a calm waves and nice breeze. Walked around the pier for a while to enjoy more of the view. I saw many shops and restaurants here, I though it would be nice to visit them next time. It's not as busy as other more popular beach in the area. Plenty of parking nearby. I spent such a lovely afternoon here.

This is not like San Francisco's, but it is safer and friendlier for sure. It feels like your private beach in your own backyard. Small but accessible. We did see police arrest in action here, but I believe it is rare. The beach is facing the Pacific, which means it is facing west. So you get to see the sunset instead of sunrise and that is why most people are here. Families, couples and kids try to capture the beautiful sunset every day. The sea breeze and smell give you the Vitamin Sea you need. After that, you can have what you are missing from the local vendors and stores on the pier such as ice cream, pizza, hot dogs and sodas. This is a really good place for everyone to walk around here for the afternoon and evening. The parking is not as crazy as Manhattan Beach or Santa Monica. It is really a good urban escape for Torrance residents. What a lucky blessing. We will definitely come back again for the restaurants and the view here. We tried Kincaid's and have tried any of the restaurants here on the pier yet. I believe they should be good as well. Really a nice place to visit!

I grew upon this beach and have so many memories, from swimming, shopping, having a nice meal, clubbing in the under ground club to having a blast at the arcade that use to be there... sad that this time visiting it finally shut down...was a hugh part of Redondo Beach... always love the walk on the pier and over the water...

Summer Music Series Awesome. Get there @ 5 for best seats. Great evening-Fleetwood Mac, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Eagles tribute bands. Parking Garage-$2/h Food Bring your own or go to Cinco de Mayo and get fish tacos! Security in place

Many visits to LA and never been to the Redondo Pier area so this was the time to change that. Arrived around 8:30 on a Tuesday evening and it was quite with sporadic shoppers. So, a great time to visit as I would imagine weekends are busy. Off the Boardwalk there is a path both for walkers and cyclists with some metered parking nearby. Some nice views from the path area and throughout. A good amount of restaurants (Seafood, Steak, Chinese, Ice Cream, Hot Dog/Funnel cake stand). Saw some fishing off the Pier and some "Don't feed the Sea lions" signs. Also looks like there are events and entertainment throughout they year. Overall, A great spot for a walk, shopping, bite to eat and to take in the ocean views. Will definitely be back to take in the day experience.

Beautiful sights all around. Family-friendly environment. Plenty of parking in the lot above and plenty of beach space as well. Clean and laid back atmosphere.

Cool place, too much varieties to eat, good view, great space to walk, many amenities... I love it

I'm a fan . Il be biased but at least this pier has more food and stalls to offer than my other faves . You can just unwind and watch the sunset , get some ice creams and or churros when visiting . Parking is also good . As I have no problems even when I go on the weekends but come earlier , sometimes you'll never know when it becomes packed or not . Have fun and hope this helps

Great place to enjoy the fresh air and restaurants. I visited Kincaid's Fish, Chop and Steakhouse Restaurant and they did not disappoint. The Lobster Bisque was good but the Filet Mignon was delicious. The only problem I observed was the man taking pictures by the pier at the rear of Kincaid's Restaurant. He was charging money for a picture you can take with your cell phone. We were sitting near him before entering the restaurant listening and he would get upset at people if you spoke to him in English. He doesn't speak good English. He would nod his head after someone walked away after buying a picture for $15 if they didn't tip. I wouldn't trust him because he keeps the digital pictures he takes and who knows what he does with them. I like helping people but not this guy. The way he would stare at women walking by was just creepy.

Lots of delicious restaurant to check out there. Our favorite restaurant there is Quality seafood. And our boys brought their bikes to enjoy the area. The pier is clean and spacious. The beach is beautiful during sunset! Enjoy your visit here!

The Redondo Beach Pier is a great place to spend an afternoon or evening. It is a beautiful place to walk with amazing views of the ocean. You will see sail boats coming and going. You can watch seals and dolphins frolicking in front of you and off in the distance, when it is the season, whales in migration. There are birds in abundance diving for their meals. The sunsets are extraordinary. The climate is temperate, but bring a sweater or light coat for the evening. There is an abundance of restaurants, from fine dining to casual fast food. Live music can often be heard at the Starboard Attitude or Naja's. During the summer months they have a variety of live bands playing out on the pier overlooking the ocean. It is very family friendly . You can bring a chair and your own snacks. It is very crowded, but the 4th of July is not to be missed. There are many shops to purchase mementos from. There are 2 very extensive parking garages, you can pay for parking with your card.

What a marvelous place to walk/stroll/exercise/ride bike, etc., while viewing the beautiful scenery! The sandy beach looks great for playing volleyball, too. This is definitely one fine place to take the family to engaging in outdoor activities, or just relaxing. There are ample parking stalls available and conveniently located adjacent to the beach; however, not sure how much they charge. Overall, this is one lovely place to visit.

Redondo holds a very, very special place in my heart. So many beautiful memories! Beautiful beach for a nice walk, picnic, volleyball, fishing, dining, gift shops, hotels and so much more. Redondo has designated Uber/Lyft area (my favorite! If you know you know) Redondo has beautiful views all over the pier. Watch the sun go up or down! My personal favorite is watching those fishing on the pier. Nothing beats watching the sun set. Great for families!

The pier was so nice and calm we came on a Thursday had some fresh sweet oysters and walked the pier it was a romantic weekend we went to Catalina island it was beautiful

We were looking at activities as being from out of town in the southbay area. Redondo beach is very close to Torrance where we were staying and only a few miles towards the coast. This area consists of a boardwalk with shops and restaurants. Parking is in a very large ample structure and at the time of this review free due to the challenges of the pandemic. A few of the shops and big restaurants appear to have shut down but there are still a few offering of seafood eateries along the boardwalk. You can walk all the way out to the far end of the pier where there are fishermen casting their lines into the water and people out for strolls or jogging. It was very cold being that it is right on the water so be prepared to bring sufficient clothing to keep warm.

We visited Redondo Beach pier on cold December morning, and we were quite impressed by the size of it and the quantity of retail and restaurants it hosts. This is 7th pier built on this spot, so we hope it's here to stay. There were few fishermen fishing from the pier and it was easy to see and hear seals from the pier. The area was very clean with plenty of parking available.

On our last trip to California we decided to visit the Redondo Beach Pier with some family. It's really a nice place for a leisurely stroll. On the day we visited it was cool outside, there was lots of sunshine and it wasn't all that crowded. I felt lucky to have such an amazing view of the sea without swarms of people criss crossing us every two steps. There are a number of shops on the pier, but none of them were particularly interesting. They mostly carried overpriced souvenirs, jewelry and clothing. If you're in the mood for a snack, there are quite a few spots to grab a bite to eat or a drink. Some of the options are fried fish, hot dogs, churros and ice cream and other assorted fast food. I sampled a few items that my kids got, but the quality was not amazing, unfortunately. Even though I wouldn't go out of my way to see it, I would recommend visiting the pier if you're in the area. It's all about the view and and the view is really sensational.

Redondo Beach Pier has something for everybody! We had a blast and spent almost two hours just strolling the long boardwalk. There are tons of restaurants, bars, and shops, and most cater to tourists with fat wallets. But there's not that "fake-y" feel of most piers -- it's not overloaded with boring chain restaurants. Off the back of the ocean walk you'll find tons of people fishing. It's fun to hang out and see what they catch, especially at night. There are teens on skateboards, kids giggling with delight at the sea lion colony, and couples kissing by the roaring waves. There are three sort of distinct areas to explore. My favorite was probably the old school marina with lots of seafood shacks. They were all closed at night, which may be temporary due to COVID. I enjoyed watching some of the local seabirds fish for their dinner. One little fella stood on a kayak and just had himself a feast of the tiny fish that would swim by. He wasn't bothered by us at all, which was super cool. It was very quiet and peaceful. Parking is easy in a massive, paid garage, and the paved sidewalks make it easy for walking or biking. A really fun and mostly free (except for parking) activity when in Southern California.

The good: There are a lot of restaurants and dessert shops here. There are also many gift/souvenir shops. I was surprised to see at least 4 places that sold ice cream. They have al fresco dining options. Lots of people come here to fish. The beach itself has soft sand but a lot of seaweed. The pier floor is mostly cement so it's easy to get around here and it's quite accessible. There are lots of walking paths near here where you can take a beautiful stroll. The bad: There is only metered parking (that I saw). The meters don't take credit cards so come prepared with coins. The interesting: They have a lot of Korean shop owners so one of the shops even sold BTS merchandise for all of you ARMY kids out there. I also saw a No Face, from Spirited Away, t-shirt at the souvenir shop. You might also find that you can get a side of kim chi with your crab/shrimp at crab boil spots.

My Mom, one of my younger brothers, and I drove out to Redondo Beach Pier on Memorial Day 2021. Yes, I know... this review is long overdue, but it's better late than never LOL. We haven't been here for many many years and most haven't changed, but some parts of it have changed. There were a lot of people, but not crowded to where it was body to body crowded LOL. We didn't get a chance to try out their seafood, but we did stroll down the pier that has been extended to the other side. It was a very nice stroll. Our Dad and Mom would bring us 4 kids (we're grown adults now LOL) to Redondo on every Christmas weekend for many years. Dad would give each of us $20.00 to spend on video games and afterwards, we would eat crab and other seafoods. Those were the good old days. Our Dad passed away a few years back... we miss you Dad! Our Mom is still with us... my brothers and I do our best to spend time with Mom every weekend. Life is too short folks! Spend time with your loved ones whenever and wherever and enjoy their company as much as you can. The past is gone. Today at this moment is all we got. Tomorrow is never a guarantee. My infamous quote... "Live in the present moment and do what makes you happy." If you haven't been to Redondo, go check it out! See you here at the seafood restaurant line... yeah, we're heading back for some mariscos (seafood in espanol) in the near future LOL. Happy Redondo'ing!

I'm not surprised how busy it was on a beautiful Sunday. We rode our bicycles on the Strand and stopped by to check out what the pier had to offer. There were many people enjoying the weather and visiting the many businesses that were open. Fishing is a very popular past time at this pier.