Orange County Restaurants

Sea Level, the new restaurant and lounge concept and Redondo Beach’s newest waterfront dining destination, located on the grounds of the new luxury boutique Shade hotel, is open to the public and announces the appointment of industry veteran, Aaron Robbins, as the Executive Chef. Sea Level is open to hotel guests and the public for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner and offers the most esteemed menu in the South Bay.

Sea Level is situated steps away from the Redondo Beach marina and provides guests with picturesque views and ample outdoor seating. The restaurant occupies the first level of a fully dedicated, 9,034 square foot standalone events building, situated adjacent to the interior courtyard of the main hotel building. The menu, conceptualized by Executive Chef Aaron Robbins, features fresh California Coastal cuisine with a twist. During his career, Robbins has worked closely with celebrated chefs such as Greg Hozinsky of the Strand House and David Tarren of Parkway Grill, and has refined his trademark skill of creatively using color and texture, balanced with unique flavor profiles, in his dishes. With a focus on fresh locally sourced seafood, Sea Level offers an approachable menu that combines robust flavors and creative presentation.

In collaboration with Chef Robbins, Pastry Chef and Food Network’s Cupcake Wars winner, Stephanie Franz, of the acclaimed Manhattan Beach restaurant, The Strand House, offer a first-class dessert menu exclusive to Sea Level restaurant.

Sea Level includes a stylish and contemporary bar that offers a variety of top shelf liquor and over 20 craft and macro beers, 36 of which are available on tap. The specially curated wine selection includes the finest in rare and collectible vintages for wine lovers of all sophistications. For a weekday escape, Sea Level offers “Shade Hour” which includes half-price appetizers, beer, cocktails and wine from 3-6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

“We are excited to collaborate with Aaron on the culinary vision of Sea Level Restaurant,” said Zislis. “Aaron’s culinary experience, talent, innovative outlook, and honed techniques ensure that Sea Level will serve locals as the premiere seaside dining experience in Redondo Beach, for locals and visitors alike.”

Sea Level restaurant and lounge is open to guests of the hotel and the public for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner and located at 655 N. Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. For more information or to make a reservation please call 310-921-8950 or visit www.shaderb.com.