Torrance

Torrance, California, United States

Torrance is known for its beautiful beaches, wide-open outdoor spaces and close proximity to Los Angeles. The city is also home to more than 400 restaurants and 12 craft breweries. What you may not know is Torrance has an impressive variety of international dining choices, so plan a trip soon and enjoy the sights, sounds and especially the tastes of Torrance.

21381 S Western Ave
Torrance, CA

Ise-Shima in the Miyako Hybrid Hotel is also a great choice for Japanese fusion cuisine. The chefs offer fresh flavors with menu items including California-based influences.

2808 Sepulveda Blvd
Torrance, CA

The full-service King’s Hawaiian Bakery & Restaurant opened in 1988 and has been delighting patrons with a unique selection of Hawaiian local food and traditional American dishes ever since. They have the recognizable King’s Hawaiian rolls, other delicious desserts and savory dishes. For those looking for a faster, more casual establishment, visit The Local Place, the King’s Hawaiian’s sister location. Together, they are the only King’s Hawaiian restaurants in the U.S.

1615 Cabrillo Ave
Torrance, CA

Enjoy dishes from various regions when you visit By Brazil, a truly authentic Brazilian steakhouse. Friendly servers will slice churrasco (barbecue) and other fire-roasted meat on skewers at your table until you say “stop.” You can also feast on feijoada (black bean stew), salads, cheese bread and a variety of desserts.

3525 E Pacific Coast Hwy
#O, CA

With a name like Happy Sheep Hot Pot, you know you’re in for a good time. Simply order your favorite meats and vegetables and servers will bring it all to your table along with authentic little pots full of broth. Simply cook your selections in the broth and enjoy!

4354 Redondo Beach Blvd
Torrance, CA

Both healthy and delicious, the food at King Mediterrano is traditional Mediterranean fare with a twist. Choose from a variety of medi tacos, burritos and quesadillas, or check out the rest of the selections which are sure to please and amaze you.

1261 Cabrillo Ave
Torrance, CA

Featuring high-quality food and cocktails and the country’s largest selection of mezcal, Madre! Oaxacan Restaurant & Mezcaleria is a local favorite. Mole negro, barbacoa tacos and ceviche de pescado (halibut) are just a few of the amazing entrees available. Plus, they have an extensive collection of mezcal and the Los Angeles Times named it one of the best restaurants in Los Angeles.

2731 E Pacific Coast Hwy
Torrance, CA

Originally a deli, Gaetano’s transformed into a restaurant in the mid-1990s and has been serving quality Italian food ever since. Still a family-owned-and-operated restaurant, Gaetano’s serves delicious pastas, pizzas, traditional fare and seafood for lunch or dinner, as well as tasty desserts such as tiramisu and spumoni ice cream.

2170 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA

Angara – which means “red hot coal” – is the perfect name for this classic Indian restaurant, where you’ll find a lengthy menu full of delicious cuisine. In addition to excellent entrees for lunch or dinner, Angara also boasts a wide selection of beer and wine imported from India. Make sure to stop by for the lunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., seven days a week.

21540 Hawthorne Blvd
Torrance, CA

Located in Del Amo Fashion Center, Din Tai Fung has won numerous awards and high praise in many of its locations around the world. Known for its incredible xiao long bao (broth-filled dumplings) steamed in a bamboo basket, Din Tai Fung offers specialties such as shrimp and kurobuta pork pot stickers, black pepper beef tenderloin and a whole host of wonderful Taiwanese fare.

1109 Van Ness Ave
Torrance, CA

For a truly British pub experience, visit Yorkshire Square Brewery, featuring real British beer and hand-pulled cask ale. Most of the beer that the modern British brewery serves is made on premises, but other beer, cider and wine are also available. The pub features the best of British cuisine, such as fish and chips, bangers and mash, an onion-stout burger and more, all made from scratch.

1255 Sartori Ave
Torrance, CA

Authentic Thai dishes is what you’ll find at Sartori Thai Cuisine, a laid-back restaurant sure to please. If traditional crab fried rice, drunken noodle with tofu, mango sticky rice or duck curry sound good, you’ll love the hot dishes at Sartori.