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Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917, Carson, CA

Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

4.8
4.8
1507 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 35 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 527-0917
  • Website
    http://www.restaurant917.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matt Lee
  • Catering
    917 Restaurant exclusive catering company. Please contact Kelsie Hendrix for all catering inquiries at 424.398.6888, kelsie.hendrix@cafebonappetit.com
  • Private party facilities
    Our Le Mans Private Dining Room overlooks our driving track and includes a private balcony. Our full restaurant buyouts can accommodate groups up to 100 guests for receptions or seated events. Add a demonstration lap in a Porsche 911 GT3 or an hour in our sim lab to elevate your event!
  • Location
    19800 S Main Street, Carson, CA 90745
  • Neighborhood
    Torrance / Carson
  • Cross street
    19800 Main St, Carson, CA 90745
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking is available at Porsche Experience Center
  • Entertainment
    Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles offers a wide range of unforgettable driving courses. Driving enthusiasts can sign up for sessions with highly trained Porsche driving consultants, while new drivers can enroll in programs that teach technique for navigating today's challenging roadways. Each Porsche Driving Experience offers one-to-one instruction. We can tailor your 60 minutes to your exact requirements, whether you are looking to try out the four wheel drive system on the latest Porsche 911 or get a better understanding of car control in the Boxster on our unique low friction surfaces.The Porsche Driving Experience isn't just for adults - special programs for kids will ensure that even young enthusiasts get an early start in the art of automobile appreciation. Facilities, including track access, dining and conference spaces, will also be open to car clubs, corporate clients, and other special groups.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Consumption of alcohol is not permitted prior to any drive experience

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  • Seasonal Oysters$28.00

    cranberry apple mignonette

    • Half Dozen$28.00
    • Dozen$50.00

  • Amberjack Crudo$22.00

    ginger oil, fennel, local citrus, chili, white ponzu

    • Spanish Octopus$22.00

      harissa aioli, roasted poblano relish, chorizo, chicharron

      • Beef Tartare$28.00

        capers, cornichons, whole grain mustard aioli, parmesan, arugula

        • Prawns$26.00

          swarnadwipa, thai basil, pineapple mint, coconut cream

          Seasonal

          • Parsnip Soup$13.00

            caramelized leeks, curried pepita seeds

            • Gem Salad$16.00

              feta, cucumber, olives, radish, avocado, green goddess dressing

              • Figs$18.00

                prosciutto, burrata, pistachio, balsamic, grilled ciabatta

                • Grilled Mushrooms$22.00

                  garlic marinated, crispy potato, cotija, aji verde sauce

                  • Romanesco$28.00

                    beluga lentils, turmeric, walnuts, pomegranate

                    Ocean

                    • Pan Roasted Salmon$42.00

                      beet risotto, parmesan reggiano, haricot verts, pea tendril

                      • Sea Scallops$44.00

                        celeriac, brussels sprouts, whiskey bacon jam, pickled apple

                        Dessert

                        • Apple Mille-Feuille$14.00

                          cream cheese mousse, salted caramel, caramel puff pastry

                          • Yuzu Mousse$14.00

                            ginger sablé, yuzu lime curd, mascarpone ice cream

                            • Peanut Butter Chocolate Bar$14.00

                              pretzel crunch, milk chocolate crémeux, black pepper ice cream

                              • Brown Butter Bourbon Ice Cream$12.00

                                brown butter streusel, crushed toffee

                                • Pear Sorbet$12.00

                                  cinnamon tuile, pear brunoise

                                  • Affogato$10.00

                                    french vanilla ice cream, espresso

                                    Land

                                    • 917 Burger$28.00

                                      8oz American wagyu beef, bacon, roasted garlic aioli, caramelized onion, gruyere cheese

                                      • 6oz Snake River Hanger Steak$48.00

                                        potato pavé, black garlic, broccolini, port

                                        • Jidori Chicken Breast$35.00

                                          asparagus, marble potatoes, roasted red pepper cream

                                          • Beef Short Ribs$40.00

                                            sweet potato, kimchi bok choy, soy ginger glaze

                                            • Duck Confit$38.00

                                              fettuccine pasta, butternut squash, sage, tuscan

                                              Signature Cocktails

                                              • Seasonal Sangria$16.00

                                                served over ice, orange slice

                                                • Apple Cinnamon Martini$18.00

                                                  ciroc apple vodka, apple cider, cinnamon syrup, lemon

                                                  • Guava Cadillac Margarita$18.00

                                                    tequileño, grand marnier, guava puree, vanilla syrup, lime

                                                    • Maple Chai Margarita$18.00

                                                      tequileño, triple sec, chai, maple, lemon

                                                      • Peach & Tamarind Mulita$18.00

                                                        tamarind vodka, peach liqueur, peach purée, lime, ginger beer

                                                        • Spiced Blackberry Smash$20.00

                                                          kikori whiskey, spiced rum, licor 43, blackberry puree, basil simple syrup, lemon juice

                                                          • Lagavulin Sour$22.00

                                                            lagavulin, triple sec, lime cordial, red wine float

                                                            • 917 Old Fashion$20.00

                                                              fat-washed maker's mark, angostura bitters

                                                              Beer

                                                              • Pinkus Hefeweizen | Germany$14.00

                                                                • Pinkus Pilsner | Germany$14.00

                                                                  • Pinkus Altbier Munster Alt | Germany$14.00

                                                                    • Guinness Extra Stout | Ireland$9.00

                                                                      • Ballast Point Sculpin IPA | California$10.00

                                                                        • Blue Moon | Colorado$10.00

                                                                          • Modelo Negra or Especial | Mexico$10.00

                                                                            • Heineken | Holand$10.00

                                                                              • Wyder's Pear Cider | Vermont$9.00

                                                                                Wine

                                                                                • Chandon Brut or Rosé, California, NV$20.00

                                                                                  • Pasqua Pinot Grigio, Delte Venezie, Italy 2022$15.00

                                                                                    • Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2022$15.00

                                                                                      • Whispering Angel Rosé, Provence, France 2019$19.00

                                                                                        • Meiomi Pinot Noir, California, 2022$16.00

                                                                                          • Bella Grace Red Blend, Amador County, California 2018$16.00

                                                                                            • Justin Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, California 2019$16.00

                                                                                              Tequila

                                                                                              • Don Julio Blanco | Mexico$20.00

                                                                                                • Don Julio Reposado | Mexico$22.00

                                                                                                  • Don Julio Alma Miel | Mexico$22.00

                                                                                                    • Don Julio Rosado Reposado | Mexico$25.00

                                                                                                      • Don Julio 1942 | Mexico$25.00

                                                                                                        • Don Julio Real Extra Anejo | Mexico$115.00

                                                                                                          • Clase Azul Reposado | Mexico$35.00

                                                                                                            • Clase Azul Gold | Mexico$55.00

                                                                                                              • Volcan B.T Blanco | Mexico$25.00

                                                                                                                • Volcan X.a Reposado | Mexico$30.00

                                                                                                                  Whisky & Bourbon

                                                                                                                  • Wild Turkey Rye | Kentucky$16.00

                                                                                                                    • Knob Creek Rye | Kentucky$18.00

                                                                                                                      • Sir Davis Rye | Texas$30.00

                                                                                                                        • Kikori Whiskey | Japan$18.00

                                                                                                                          • Hibiki Whiskey | Japan$22.00

                                                                                                                            • Highwest Bourbon | Kentucky$20.00

                                                                                                                              • Maker's Mark 46 Bourbon | Kentucky$22.00

                                                                                                                                • Blade and Bow Bourbon | Kentucky$22.00

                                                                                                                                  Scotch

                                                                                                                                  • Johnnie Walker 18yr | Kilmarnock$25.00

                                                                                                                                    • Johnnie Walker Blue Label | Kilmarnock$40.00

                                                                                                                                      • Glenmorangie 18yr | Highland$35.00

                                                                                                                                        • Glenlivet 12yr | Moray$16.00

                                                                                                                                          • Ardberg 10yr | Islay$18.00

                                                                                                                                            • Lagavulin 8yr | Islay$20.00

                                                                                                                                              • Lagavulin 16yr | Islay$28.00

                                                                                                                                                • Lagavulin Offerman Edition Caribbean Rum Cask | Islay$30.00

                                                                                                                                                  Last updated: December 26, 2024

                                                                                                                                                  What 1,507 people are saying

                                                                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

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                                                                                                                                                  • Beach Cities

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                                                                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                                  Restaurant 917 at the Porsche Experience Center offers a unique dining experience with "amazing food," "great service," and "beautiful views" of the racetrack. Perfect for car enthusiasts, it features "delicious" cuisine with standout items like the 917 burger. While some dishes were less impressive, most visitors highly recommend this memorable venue.

                                                                                                                                                  1,507 Reviews

                                                                                                                                                  1. Rosy

                                                                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on December 13, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and when we first walking into the building it was really cool and nice getting to look at the cars, the little shop, and cafe. I also now see why the wait to land a reservation here is pretty long because walking in, it did not feel packed or too chaotic. I’m a very anxious person and get uncomfortable whenever I’m at a setting where there’s a lot of people so this was extremely nice for me. Now, for the restaurant, I’m a pretty picky eater so not much stood out to me on the menu other than the classic 917 burger which happened to be delicious along with the side of fries that it came with. The bill for me and my partner didn’t come out to a lot or what I was expecting but I mean we did only have the burgers and no alcoholic drinks. Overall really nice and calm place, I felt comfortable and like I could talk to my boyfriend freely and admire the cars together. The service was also really good! I loved everything and my boyfriend enjoyed it a lot as well.

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                                                                                                                                                    Orange County

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on December 10, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    Had an excellent time for my office holiday lunch. Highly recommend this establishment

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                                                                                                                                                  3. Jackie

                                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on December 6, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                    I made reservations for my Boyfriends birthday and we were super excited to try this out because reservations were extremely limited but were disappointed with the hospitality service. I called to make a request for track seating and I understand it is not guaranteed but I did note to not sit us near the entry and exit of the kitchen. The table was broken and we were sat in the back. 3 spots for the track had opened 5 minutes after and we could have waited if the host honored our requests. The food was great and the drinks were exceptional but it was a bummer to drive from Sacramento, wait 3 months for a reservation only to have the experience very surface level and not special in any way. I also paid for the birthday treat despite our experience of the flimsy table, being sat in the back and greeted with rude host service from the host.
                                                                                                                                                    Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Responded on December 11, 2024
                                                                                                                                                    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us at Restaurant 917. We appreciate every opportunity to provide the exceptional service and serve the highest quality food, based on your feedback it appears that there is opportunity for improvement. We will reach out to you privately to learn more about your experience so that we can continue to deliver experiences of the caliber we strive for everyday. Best -Restaurant 917

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                                                                                                                                                  4. adriana

                                                                                                                                                    Orange County

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on December 5, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    Amazing food, drinks, and service ! Took my boyfriend and he loved it
                                                                                                                                                    Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Responded on December 7, 2024
                                                                                                                                                    Thank you Adriana!

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                                                                                                                                                  5. sheina

                                                                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on December 3, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    Great place! I would highly recommend..good food. Excellent view of the track. Plan in advance
                                                                                                                                                    Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Responded on December 7, 2024
                                                                                                                                                    Thank you Sheina! Happy Holidays.

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                                                                                                                                                  6. Myra

                                                                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on November 30, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    The customer service and the food were both outstanding! We had the 917 burger, the salad, and the octopus, and everything was absolutely delicious. The bread and butter were also a delightful touch. To top it off, the view of the cars was a fantastic addition, making the entire experience even more enjoyable.
                                                                                                                                                    Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Responded on December 7, 2024
                                                                                                                                                    Thank you for your kind words Myra! Happy Holidays.

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                                                                                                                                                  7. Leslie

                                                                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                                                                    23 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    23 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on November 27, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    Food is fantastic, waitstaff was friendly and helpful. Such a great stop to dine.

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                                                                                                                                                  8. Cecily

                                                                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    Always a great experience. Food was excellent. Just wished they had a little bit more of a selection.

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                                                                                                                                                  9. Jeanie

                                                                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    Food and service was Excellent. Enjoyed watching the cars race.

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                                                                                                                                                  10. Alina

                                                                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                                                                    22 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                                    22 reviews

                                                                                                                                                    Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                    Very beautiful experience. Our son likes cars and and was very excited to watch

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                                                                                                                                                  Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917 is rated 4.8 stars by 1507 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                                                                  7:30 PM
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                                                                                                                                                  Google Map for Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

                                                                                                                                                  19800 S Main Street, Carson, CA 90745

                                                                                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                                                                  • Cross street
                                                                                                                                                    19800 Main St, Carson, CA 90745
                                                                                                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                                                                                                    Torrance / Carson
                                                                                                                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                                                                                                                    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm
                                                                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                                    American, Californian, Farm-to-table
                                                                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                                                                    Complimentary parking is available at Porsche Experience Center
                                                                                                                                                  • Payment options
                                                                                                                                                    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                                                  • Executive chef
                                                                                                                                                    Matt Lee
                                                                                                                                                  • Entertainment
                                                                                                                                                    Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles offers a wide range of unforgettable driving courses. Driving enthusiasts can sign up for sessions with highly trained Porsche driving consultants, while new drivers can enroll in programs that teach technique for navigating today's challenging roadways. Each Porsche Driving Experience offers one-to-one instruction. We can tailor your 60 minutes to your exact requirements, whether you are looking to try out the four wheel drive system on the latest Porsche 911 or get a better understanding of car control in the Boxster on our unique low friction surfaces.The Porsche Driving Experience isn't just for adults - special programs for kids will ensure that even young enthusiasts get an early start in the art of automobile appreciation. Facilities, including track access, dining and conference spaces, will also be open to car clubs, corporate clients, and other special groups.
                                                                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                                                                                    http://www.restaurant917.com/
                                                                                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                                                                                    (310) 527-0917
                                                                                                                                                  • Catering
                                                                                                                                                    917 Restaurant exclusive catering company. Please contact Kelsie Hendrix for all catering inquiries at 424.398.6888, kelsie.hendrix@cafebonappetit.com
                                                                                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                                                    Our Le Mans Private Dining Room overlooks our driving track and includes a private balcony. Our full restaurant buyouts can accommodate groups up to 100 guests for receptions or seated events. Add a demonstration lap in a Porsche 911 GT3 or an hour in our sim lab to elevate your event!
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