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1. Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917
4.8
Exceptional(1510)
Price: Expensive
• American • Torrance / Carson
Booked 31 times today
The Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles is a cash-free establishment. Guests visiting Restaurant 917 or Speedster Café are welcome to use their AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa card. Located on the second level of the Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles, with stunning views of the driver development track, Restaurant 917’s sleek and modern setting echoes Porsche’s world-class design aesthetic. The name and decor were inspired by the legendary 917 race car, which gave Porsche its first overall wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1970 and 1971. Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917’s refined yet approachable seasonal menu is composed of ingredient-driven dishes that merge diverse flavors, inventive techniques and playful compositions. A unique fine-dining experience worthy of a special trip or serving as the perfect finish to an adrenalin-packed day, it is also an unforgettable venue for special celebrations and meetings.
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2. JOEY Manhattan Beach
4.6
Exceptional(210)
Price: Expensive
• American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
Booked 161 times today
JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan Village, our third Southern California location feels like a lush oasis. Extending over 9,400 square feet with an expansive 2,160 square foot patio, there’s plenty of room for all. Vibrant abstract artwork by local California artist Amber Goldhammer gives this space the positive vibes of an endless summer.
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3. Benihana - Torrance, CA
4.1
Excellent(7504)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Torrance / Carson
Booked 116 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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4. Paul Martin's American Grill - El Segundo
4.5
Awesome(4568)
Price: Moderate
• American • El Segundo
Booked 15 times today
With just one bite of our classic American cheeseburger, “brick” chicken, or mesquite grilled Columbia River steelhead seared over a live fire, you’ll taste the difference an uncompromising commitment to quality ingredients makes at Paul Martin’s American Grill. Located in the South Bay of Los Angeles in El Segundo, we serve classic American cuisine set to a higher standard. Our polished yet welcoming dining room is the perfect setting for a business lunch or happy hour get-together.
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5. BOA Steakhouse - Manhattan Beach
4.7
Exceptional(322)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
Booked 44 times today
Simply put, BOA is unlike any other steakhouse. We reinvented the traditional American steakhouse to fashion a distinctly unique dining experience. That experience is bold, modern and innovative. From the seductively stylish interior to the dry-aged prime steaks, BOA’s vibrant ambiance is as alluring as the cuisine itself.
A photo of Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba restaurant
6. Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba
4.6
Exceptional(28)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese (Izakaya) • Hawthorne / Gardena
Booked 7 times today
Izakaya "Akatsuki," meaning “dawn” in Japanese, is a family-owned Japanese restaurant in Gardena, California. Our owner specializes in handcrafted Japanese noodles, Udon and Soba.We serve freshly homemade Udon and Soba for lunch, along with a choice of delicious, fresh Sashimi bowls. In the evening, we transform into a Japanese Izakaya, offering small plate appetizers paired with our signature original cocktails and a wide selection of sake. Hot pots are also available during dinner time.Whether you’re dining alone or with a group of 20, our private rooms and banquet room can accommodate all your needs. Please come and enjoy our modern, authentic and traditional Japanese menu!
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7. North Italia - Del Amo
4.6
Exceptional(709)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Torrance / Carson
Booked 65 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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8. Polanco Modern Mexican Steakhouse
4.4
Awesome(396)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
Booked 4 times today
Polanco Mexican Modern Steak House is a slightly elevated restaurant that will focus on fine dining touches with a lively atmosphere. Polanco features a prime selected list of steaks seared off and seasoned with an eye towards the ranches and cattle farms of northern Mexico. Bar operated by Miguel Valencia who is the head mixologist listing a cocktail selection based on agave varieties such as Mezcal, Ensambles and a unique selection of Tequilas.
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9. The Cafe
4.4
Awesome(73)
Price: Moderate
• International • Torrance / Carson
The Café Restaurant & Lounge Bar in the Doubletree Torrance–South Bay Hotel, crafts a delectable array of globally inspired dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner in its sophisticated and relaxed setting. If you stop by the Café restaurant for breakfast, you can enjoy lush offerings such as homemade muffins, avocado toast, and the lox. Some of The Cafe's restaurant specialty entrees include a flatbreads, Kurobuta Pork Chop with traditional fresh herbs & pearl onion glaze sauce, fried chicken sandwich, fish, chicken, and steaks. The Cafe's handheld delicacies engage casual dining with a vibrant international inspiration like fish tacos with mahi-mahi fish, purple cabbage slaw & Pico de Gallo and fire roasted salsa. Also, a house specialty Asian beef noodle soup, which pairs well with a local craft brew, domestic beer or specialty cocktail. Happy Hour runs from 3 pm to 6 pm Sunday - Thursday.
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10. Bazille - Nordstrom Del Amo
4.8
Exceptional(560)
Price: Moderate
• American • Torrance / Carson
Booked 18 times today
Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (310) 750-1610 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats. Offering Brunch until 3pm on Saturdays & Sundays.

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