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Gaetano's Restaurant
$$$$•Italian•4.8(2,629)Back to back winner of the Daily Breeze's "Best Italian Restaurant in the South Bay", Gaetano's Restaurant is a family owned operation that emphasizes food quality and radiant guest service. We feel the most important part of Gaetano's is the experience. From the second you walk through our door, it is our duty to make your visit memorable.
All of our food is handmade from the Butternut Squash Ravioli to the Tagliatelle and Chianti Ribs. Our Authentic Italian dishes with a modern touch sends guests home happy and wanting more.Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Torrance, CA | Crossroads Center
$$$$•Japanese•4.8(1,768)Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.
Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!
Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
Hasu Izakaya & Grill
$$$$•Izakaya•4.7(129)We are serving traditional Japanese Yakitori and Sake.
Enjoy charcoal-grilled skewers, smooth sake, and a warm welcome in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Weekend lunch service now available (Sat & Sun).
Please note : The lunch menu is different from the dinner menu. Feel free to ask our staff for details.Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Torrance
$$$$•Japanese•4.7(313)Authentic Japanese Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant.
Manpuku Community!
Please call at 424-271-7830 if you have any questions. Thank you!
-Restaurant Policy-
We hold reservations for 15 minutes. If your party has not arrived or called via phone within 15 minutes after your reservation time, the restaurant reserves the right to mark your reservation as a no-show or cancellation. Time limit of 2 hours dinning must be required for all party. Please check in before your reservation time.
WARAKU
$$$$•Japanese•4.8(46)At WARAKU, we strive to offer a dining experience that fully satisfies by combining traditional Japanese cuisine with innovative approaches. Our pride lies in the Omakase sashimi platter, featuring seasonal fresh fish sourced directly from the Osaka Central Wholesale Market.
Party of 1 or 2 may go to a bar counter seat when a busy hour.
Please call us if your group is more than 6 people.Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917
$$$$•American•4.7(1,697)The Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles is a cash-free establishment. Guests visiting Restaurant 917 or Speedster Café are welcome to use their AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa card.
Located on the second level of the Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles, with stunning views of the driver development track, Restaurant 917’s sleek and modern setting echoes Porsche’s world-class design aesthetic. The name and decor were inspired by the legendary 917 race car, which gave Porsche its first overall wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1970 and 1971.
Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917’s refined yet approachable seasonal menu is composed of ingredient-driven dishes that merge diverse flavors, inventive techniques and playful compositions. A unique fine-dining experience worthy of a special trip or serving as the perfect finish to an adrenalin-packed day, it is also an unforgettable venue for special celebrations and meetings.
El Torito - Torrance
$$$$•Mexican•4.6(335)The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - Torrance
$$$$•American•4.6(66)Lazy Dog serves handcrafted American food and drink with seasonally-inspired ingredients. When you walk in, you get a small mountain town vibe from the warm, caring service and the rustic social setting. It's a great place to get together with friends and family.
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- NNATALIELos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoCustomer service is top notch! Eder went above and beyond.More infoGyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Torrance, CA | Crossroads Center$$$$• Japanese• Torrance / Carson•4.8
- PMPacoMSan Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat Food With Outstanding Quality Customer Service. Exemplary Professionalism.More infoBenihana - Torrance, CA$$$$• Japanese• Torrance / Carson•3.9
- GGailSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoAngela was our server. She was gracious very pleasant. The food came out on time. The only thing that didn’t come out on time was a dessert. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience and yes, I will be back again.More infoNorth Italia - Del Amo$$$$• Italian• Torrance / Carson•4.6
- TToniGoldLos Angeles •116 reviews5.0Dined on May 22, 2026Food was outstanding. Loved the Crab Bisque and the Tomato and Burrata salad. Always enjoy eating here.More infoBazille - Nordstrom Del Amo$$$$• American• Torrance / Carson•4.8
- JJefferyLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined on May 20, 2026Set menu courses are delicious. Really enjoyed the hot pot and noodles. Sashimi was also excellent.More infoIzakaya Hachi Torrance$$$$• Japanese• Torrance / Carson•4.6
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The South Bay area of Torrance and Carson is a great place for unique eating experiences. Local options range from iconic sandwich shops to ice cream bars that offer one-of-a-kind menus. Those searching for eateries with diverse cuisines and unusual foods will also be happy. As a region with eclectic beach communities, Torrance and Carson feature many out-of-the-way places perfect for ocean goers. At these specialized diners, the entrees and appetizers are consistent with the eclectic local community. Authentic Mexican food is common in the area, but there are also many quick meal restaurants outside of the typical chain restaurants.
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As of May 31, 2026 there are 31 restaurants in Torrance / Carson. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.
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