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True authentic Italian cuisine.  - Primo Italia, Torrance, CA

Primo Italia

4.8
4.8
1455 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
True Heritage Based Italian Cuisine set in a Beautiful, warm and vibrant wood-look setting. Truly, your South Bay outpost, for craft cocktails, live music Thur-Sat, Private Events and always only the best authentic Italian food our area has to offer. The Beach Cities best Italian located at 24590 Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance, California. Michelin Star quality dishes at South Bay prices.
Indoor and outdoor dining, as well as private rooms available!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 378-4288
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Santi
  • Catering
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Primo Italia can accommodate all of your special event needs.https://primo.tripleseat.com/party_request/4626
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Primo Italia can accommodate all of your special event needs. https://primo.tripleseat.com/party_request/4626
  • Private party contact
    Grace Giovannetti : (310) 739-5926
  • Neighborhood
    Torrance / Carson
  • Cross street
    Via Valmonte
  • Parking details
    Street Parking. Valet Parking in front of the restaurant on Hawthorne Blvd. Hillside Village parking just down the hill from the restaurant, and behind the Restaurant
  • Public transit
    Hawthorne Blvd and Rolling Hills Road, Torrance, CA
  • Entertainment
    Impromptu performances on the Piano ... Thursday/Friday/Saturday Nights
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Live Music with Ayline Artin

    Multiple dates available
    We're honored to have singer/songwriter Ayline Artin join us every Wednesday and Friday Night. Reservations Highly Recommended. *subject to singer availability
    Live Music with Ayline Artin Photo
  • Live Piano Music at Primo Italia

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy performances by rotating Piano players every Thursday and Saturday night. Reservations highly recommended *subject to performer availability
    Live Piano Music at Primo Italia Photo
  • Primo Wine Dinner - Tenuta Regaleali

    $162.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 12, 2025 only
    Primo welcomes back our friend Lorenzo Gucci and la famiglia Tasca D'Almerita showcasing the Regaleali wines, one of the oldest wine making families of Sicily. Since 1830, they have cared for the land and will share this bounty at Primo Italia.
    Primo Wine Dinner - Tenuta Regaleali Photo

What 1,455 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Beach Cities

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Primo Italia is a vibrant dining destination with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about its "fabulous live music" and lively ambiance. The menu features authentic Italian dishes like wood-fired pizza and truffle gnocchi, which are "not to be missed." A charming spot for memorable celebrations!

1,455 Reviews
  1. Justin

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was excellent. Service was great. Been several times and it never fails to impress

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  2. jay

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    This is one of our favorite dine out spots. Great food and a great place. However, the waiter service was not so friendly. He only came once just to see the wine. Very rushed and hopefully be much more friendly next time Regardless wife and I are going back and highly recommended

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  3. Syed

    VIP

    Orange County

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. This is my favorite restaurant.

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  4. Ellen

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All servers were professional and enhanced the dining experience. Pacing of food service and food were well done. The music was a significant problem. The two entertainers and choice of music were good but the volume was totally overwhelming!! Dining should be a social experience, not a concert. The music should add to the background ambience.

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  5. JohnP

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice dinner, scallops were very good, pizza was good, enjoyed my old fashioned. A regular in our rotation.

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  6. Roxana

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Walking in was nice in itself. We got greeted right away and it’s beautiful inside. Our server was so helpful and friendly. Food was superb!

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  7. Katy

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food service and live entertainment!! We will definitely be back!!

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  8. tiana

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, food was AMAZING 5 star ⭐️ !  linguine and clams ,  lasagna, calamari, gnocchi, and the pear martini !! All fabulous❤️

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  9. barbara

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always consistent food & service, but missed listening to Lou sing.

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  10. Liz

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service was fantastic!

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FAQs

Primo Italia offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Primo Italia also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 378-4288.

Primo Italia is rated 4.8 stars by 1455 OpenTable diners.

Primo Italia does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Primo Italia

24590 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505-6807

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Via Valmonte
  • Neighborhood
    Torrance / Carson
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking. Valet Parking in front of the restaurant on Hawthorne Blvd. Hillside Village parking just down the hill from the restaurant, and behind the Restaurant
  • Public transit
    Hawthorne Blvd and Rolling Hills Road, Torrance, CA
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Santi
  • Entertainment
    Impromptu performances on the Piano ... Thursday/Friday/Saturday Nights
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (310) 378-4288
  • Catering
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Primo Italia can accommodate all of your special event needs.https://primo.tripleseat.com/party_request/4626
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Primo Italia can accommodate all of your special event needs. https://primo.tripleseat.com/party_request/4626
  • Private party contact
    Grace Giovannetti : (310) 739-5926
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