The Rex Seaside Steakhouse
Hollywood Riviera, Redondo Beach
Restaurant in Redondo Beach, United States
Book with PearlThe Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
The Rex Steakhouse is the Redondo Beach pick for a more deliberate dinner: date night, celebration, or client meal rather than a casual drop-in. Book it when service rhythm and a composed room matter more than speed, beach energy, or maximum value.
About The Rex Seaside Steakhouse
The Rex Steakhouse is a Redondo Beach option to consider when the plan calls for an evening meal rather than lunch. It is open 5–10 PM every day, the listed dress code is smart casual, so plan for a dinner visit with a slightly polished approach.
A dinner-focused Redondo Beach option
Plan around The Rex Steakhouse’s nightly 5–10 PM hours. That makes it better suited to an evening meal than a daytime stop, it is worth confirming current availability before building plans around a specific date or party size.
For specifics such as bar seating, private-room options, tasting formats, or other special arrangements, confirm directly through the venue. Plan around the Redondo Beach location, nightly dinner hours, smart casual dress code.
Plan it when the goal is a Redondo Beach dinner
Choose The Rex Steakhouse when your group is specifically planning dinner in Redondo Beach during the 5–10 PM service window. If the priority is a different style of outing, compare it with other options before committing.
For broader planning, use Our full Redondo Beach restaurants guide alongside other dining guides. Options such as BeachLife Grotto, Good Stuff Restaurant, Kalaveras, Riviera Mexican Grill, The Rex Steakhouse, zoku are useful if the brief shifts away from The Rex Steakhouse.
Planning details
- Location
- 221 Ave I suite 100, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- therexsteakhouse.com
- Phone
- +13103169041
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Rex Steakhouse reads as a neighborhood stalwart rather than a theatrical, destination opening. It occupies a suite-level space on Redondo Beach’s South Bay strip, set slightly apart from the boardwalk rhythm, and cultivates a steady base of regulars who return for a reliably proportioned evening. The writing emphasizes restraint — the classic grammar of an American steakhouse meeting California’s ingredient sensibilities — so the room feels approachable and calm rather than flashy. Overall the atmosphere comes across as relaxed and quietly charming, a place where consistency and familiar service define the appeal.
Best For
The Rex is most compelling at dinner, particularly on weekend nights when its protein-forward menu anchors the local dinner trade. It fits date nights and special occasions that require a more composed, polished environment without pretension, and it also suits business dinners where a dependable, well-executed steak and attentive service matter more than ostentation. Because the restaurant relies on neighborhood loyalty, expect a steady crowd of regulars rather than tourist-driven bustle — the sort of room that rewards repeat visits and straightforward evening plans.
Ordering Tips
Look to the steak-focused preparations that the copy highlights: classical dry-heat technique applied to California-sourced beef and finishing touches that reflect seasonal produce. The editorial frame suggests the kitchen balances traditional steakhouse method with local ingredient advantages, so prioritize cuts that showcase the beef and any listed seasonal accompaniments. Weekends drive the dinner trade here, so reserve ahead for prime dinner hours. If you want to experience what regulars value, stick with house-recommended steaks and seasonal sides rather than searching for gimmicky specials.
Venue details
Ambiance
Polished yet comfortable vibe with sleek modern design, artistry of colors, fixtures, and textiles, and a moderate noise level.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Planning details
Location
221 Ave I suite 100, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Kalaveras, Notable alternative
- Good Stuff Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Riviera Mexican Grill, Notable alternative
- zoku, Notable alternative
- BeachLife Grotto, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Redondo Beach
Kalaveras and Riviera Mexican Grill are better choices when the night calls for a livelier, more casual group meal. The Rex Steakhouse is the stronger fit for a celebration where pacing, table comfort, a more polished dinner format matter.
Good Stuff Restaurant reads as the easier everyday option, especially for diners prioritizing value and low friction. zoku is the smarter cross-shop if the group wants something more compact and flexible. Choose The Rex Steakhouse when the meal is the main event, not just a convenient stop.
BeachLife Grotto is the better backup for a coastal, social mood. The Rex Steakhouse should win for date-night formality and special-occasion structure; BeachLife Grotto should win when ambiance matters but the group does not need the steakhouse format.
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Compare The Rex Seaside Steakhouse
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Rex Steakhouse | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| Kalaveras | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| Good Stuff Restaurant | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| Riviera Mexican Grill | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| zoku | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| BeachLife Grotto | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at The Rex Steakhouse?
Dinner is the option here, because The Rex Steakhouse is open daily from 5–10 PM. That makes it a fit for an evening meal in Redondo Beach, not a lunch stop.
How far ahead should I plan for The Rex Steakhouse?
Plan once your schedule is set, especially if you need a specific night or time. The hours are 5–10 PM every day, so plan around that dinner window.
Can The Rex Steakhouse accommodate groups?
Is The Rex Steakhouse good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for an evening occasion in Redondo Beach if the 5–10 PM dinner window and smart casual dress code fit your plans. Confirm any special requests directly with the venue.
What are alternatives to The Rex Steakhouse?
Good Stuff Restaurant, Kalaveras, Riviera Mexican Grill, zoku, BeachLife Grotto are other options to compare. Choose The Rex Steakhouse when the dinner hours and smart casual setting fit your plan.
