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A photo of Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917 restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1497)
Price: Expensive
• American • Torrance / Carson
Booked 17 times today
Restaurant 917 at the Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles is a hot spot for its exceptional service, creative menu, and stunning views of the driver development track. With a refined yet approachable seasonal menu, it's a go-to for food enthusiasts. Reviewers consistently praise the outstanding service, delicious food, and unique atmosphere. Many note the restaurant as a perfect finish to an adrenaline-packed day or the perfect venue for special celebrations and meetings.
A photo of Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-Shabu restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(80)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Hawthorne / Gardena
Booked 6 times today
Recurring/Special Events:29th of Every Month: ("Niku No Hi"/"Meat Day”): 50% off Kobe Style Beef12/2 Cyber Monday Raffle: All parties that dine on 12/2 will get a raffle ticket to win a free: AYCE, Kagoshima A5, Kobe Beef, Dessert, or Fountain Drink! (Parties that make a reservation on 12/2 get an extra ticket!)Shinsengumi Shabu-Shabu is a JETRO (Japanese External Trade Organization) Certified Restaurant. JETRO acknowledges restaurants and retailers that use authentic Japanese products. From the ingredients we use in our kitchen, to the drinks we serve in the hall, we can confidently offer our customers an authentic Japanese dining experience. Choose from a variety of different broths, meats, add-ons, and vegetables that are included in our AYCE price of $34.99. We hope to be able to serve you all soon! Enhance your Shabu Shabu experience with our premium à la carte options: Kobe Style Beef (6oz $10)Japanese Wagyu Slices (3oz $15)Kagoshima Premium A5 Wagyu (3oz $20)
A photo of The Strand House restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3146)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach
Booked 65 times today
The Strand House is a sophisticated yet comfortable family-owned restaurant conceived by a small group of South Bay families out of their love for great food, wine and friends. With floor to ceiling glass windows and 180° sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, world travelers and locals alike may come for the view, but stay for Chef Chris Park’s Coastal California Cuisine.Our menu highlights the bounty of produce available year round in Southern California. Each week, our chefs roam the farmers market sourcing directly from the best farmers and purveyors around. The Strand House is also home to a thoughtful and carefully crafted cocktail and wine program that is sure to please each of our guests.We are located in beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach, just steps from the famous Manhattan Beach Pier. The Strand House offers a five-star experience with the warmth and hospitality you would expect from a beach town, where each guest is treated like family.
A photo of Fuego - Maya Hotel restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2079)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Long Beach
Booked 15 times today
Fuego - Maya Hotel is a hot spot in Long Beach, CA, known for its vibrant coastal cuisines from Mexico, Latin America, and South America. It's praised for its beautiful panoramic views of downtown Long Beach and the historic Queen Mary, coupled with an extraordinary dining experience. The restaurant boasts an award-winning chef, Victor Juarez, and a premium tequila bar with the largest selection in the region. Reviews consistently highlight the excellent food, service, and ambiance, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or anytime.
A photo of The Arthur J restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2900)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Manhattan Beach
Booked 40 times today
At The Arthur J, beef is our passion. When you combine our ability to source the best beef in the world, cooking with an incredible natural wood fire grill, and friendly thoughtful service, an incredible quality steak is born. This is why we offer the best USDA Prime, True Japanese Wagyu, and Black Angus Beef. Unlike most pedestrian steak houses, Each one of our Steaks is cooked skillfully by our Grill Master over a stoked live fire with smoking white oak embers. Our steaks are available both wet-and dry-aged and well as Bone-in, grilled to perfection our magnificent J&R Woodfire Grill.
A photo of Manhattan Beach Post restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4487)
Price: Expensive
• American • Manhattan Beach
Booked 67 times today
Manhattan Beach Post (M.B. Post), a soulful, highly personal restaurant by Chef and co-owner David LeFevre brings a playful, artisan menu of small shared plates, hand-crafted cocktails, and small production wines to the South Bay. M.B. Post is the culmination of 15 years of work, travel, and finely honed technique in the world's most vibrant culinary communities by Michelin-stared chef, David LeFevre. Renowned for his fine-dining experience and seafood mastery at Water Grill, LeFevre returns to his culinary roots with a more rustic menu, built to be shared and served in a gracious and welcoming environment.
A photo of Benihana - Torrance, CA restaurant
4.2
Awesome(7386)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Torrance / Carson
Booked 110 times today
Benihana in Torrance, CA is a hot spot due to its unique dining experience where personal chefs perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. The restaurant has received rave reviews for its delicious food, fantastic service, and great atmosphere. As one reviewer put it, 'The food was excellent. The chef was top shelf, culinary skills, and also comedian skills.' It's a fun place for all occasions, from happy hour to birthday dinners.
A photo of Bazille - Nordstrom Del Amo restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(552)
Price: Moderate
• American • Torrance / Carson
Booked 14 times today
Bazille - Nordstrom Del Amo is a hot spot in Torrance due to its consistently excellent food and service. The reviews rave about the fresh, flavorful dishes, with many highlighting the French Dip and crab bisque as standout menu items. Customers appreciate the friendly and attentive service, with one reviewer noting the 'outstanding food and service, served by pro Marquese'. The ambiance is also frequently praised, with the casually sophisticated setting being a hit with diners.
A photo of Love and Salt restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1994)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Manhattan Beach
Booked 28 times today
Love and Salt is a story that begins with Cafe Pierre, a restaurant birthed by Guy Gabriele in 1977 to bring a taste of France to Los Angeles’ South Bay. While Cafe Pierre was a beloved part of the community for nearly 37 years, in 2014, Guy and his daughter Sylvie Gabriele, now the owner of Love and Salt, closed the restaurant to bring new life to the iconic space.Love and Salt is a philosophy: that food needs only two ingredients to be great. It’s a sensibility that informs the feeling in the restaurant and the dishes on the menu — Italian-inspired with Southern California soul. An approachable wine list and classic cocktail program similarly reflect the vibrant SoCal setting of the restaurant, located just steps from the Manhattan Beach pier.
A photo of Tin Roof Bistro restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5613)
Price: Moderate
• American • Manhattan Beach
Booked 23 times today
ADDITIONAL AVAILABILITY ON OUR WEBSITE : TinRoofBistro.com After soaking in the TRB’s Santa Barbara mission architecture, you’ll enter and be greeted by a triple arched Brunswick mahogany bar. Large bowls of colorful citrus for making cocktails sit atop a twenty-foot long bar perfect for grabbing a glass of wine or a bite to eat. As you explore further towards the display kitchen, you enter our lounge, also referred to as the wine library. Knotted wood shelves display our wines, divided up by wine region. Windows surround the North side of the dining room, allowing our guests to gaze out onto the fountain in our courtyard. I describe the décor as thoughtful and collective, creating little vignettes for dining areas. We offer two separate outdoor dining experiences: our courtyard with full service and our front porch great for appetizers, drinks and lounging.
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  • Brian
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Everything was good but the service. It was sprinkling outside and it started to come down harder. We asked our server if we go move inside. He didn’t seem to care much. When another server or hostess came by we asked her and we immediately got moved inside as it started to rain. Our server also forgot to input our bone marrow appetizer as that came in last. I had to remind another server or floor manager about the issue. Again our original server never bothered to check on us. We got moved to another section with another server. She also didn’t care much. I had to wave her down a couple times or even ask the food runner to ask. I understand Bestia is busy and chaotic. I work in the good industry as well. But if I’m paying for my food + your 4% I’m expecting a good service
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    BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.7
  • Bethvip
    Los Angeles •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    The ambiance, food and service was exceptional. Our server was so kind and even surprised us with a special gift for our anniversary. We had a wonderful experience!
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    The Strand HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manhattan Beach
    4.6
  • Cecilyvip
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Always a great experience. Food was excellent. Just wished they had a little bit more of a selection.
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    Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Price: Expensive• American• Torrance / Carson
    4.8
  • Shaunavip
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This place is absolutely my favorite restaurant in LA! Every dish on the menu is delicious. You just can’t go wrong with anything!! My favorites are hummus with pita, king oyster mushroom kebab, grilled prawns, and whole lamb rack. The pita bread is freshly baked and it’s so soft that I want to scream when I dip it in the hummus! The mushroom kebab has a good balance between the smoky flavor and fresh lemon zest on top. The avocado sauce on the bottom also has a refreshing touch to it. And the whole lamb rack - you need to order this. Period. Unfortunately, they don’t have the braised beef cheek with coconut rice anymore… But they now have pomegranate sauced ox tail, which I need to try next time I go. Service is good. My server always checks to make sure everything is good. Every dish is introduced and explained when they are presented to the table. The atmosphere is great as well. The patio seating has heaters on so you don’t get cold at night. I absolutely enjoy every single bit of my dinner at this place every time! Not to mention I really like their hand soap… I need to get those for my own place.
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    BavelPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Downtown
    4.8
  • Waynevip
    San Francisco Bay Area •678 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 4, 2024
    Can’t ask for a better deal and healthy option than Shinsengumi Shabu!!! I mean most ingredients for the hot pot are fresh, high quality……not processed!! And the price for AYCE is too good , even better for seniors like me!!! I sit at the counter and always order the Tonkotsu broth with both pork meats and an ice cold jumbo mug of Sapporo……man, life is good!! But whatever you order, you always walk out with a truly satisfying feeling. And icing on the cake is outstanding, friendly service by Riley, Kenda and Yonosuke!!! Of all the Shinsengumi restaurants through out the Southland, this joint is my absolute favorite and I highly recommend for family, friends and even hot dates!!
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    Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-ShabuPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Hawthorne / Gardena
    4.9
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