Restaurants near South Gardena Park

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1. Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

4.9

Exceptional(1537)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Torrance / Carson

Booked 25 times today

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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2. Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-Shabu

4.7

Exceptional(82)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Hawthorne / Gardena

Booked 17 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)

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3. Benihana - Torrance, CA

4.0

Excellent(7540)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Torrance / Carson

Booked 166 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

A photo of Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba restaurant

4. Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba

4.7

Exceptional(28)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Izakaya • Hawthorne / Gardena

Booked 6 times today

※Reservations on OpenTable are limited to a maximum of 6 guests. For parties of more than 6, please contact us via our website or by phone.※Izakaya "Akatsuki," meaning “dawn” in Japanese, is a family-owned Japanese restaurant in Gardena, California. Our owner specializes in handcrafted Japanese noodles, Udon and Soba.We serve freshly homemade Udon and Soba for lunch, along with a choice of delicious, fresh Sashimi bowls. In the evening, we transform into a Japanese Izakaya, offering small plate appetizers paired with our signature original cocktails and a wide selection of sake. Hot pots are also available during dinner time.Whether you’re dining alone or with a group of 20, our private rooms and banquet room can accommodate all your needs. Please come and enjoy our modern, authentic and traditional Japanese menu!

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5. Hasu Izakaya & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(104)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Izakaya • Torrance / Carson

Booked 14 times today

We are serving traditional Japanese Yakitori and Sake.

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6. North Italia - Del Amo

4.6

Exceptional(718)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Torrance / Carson

Booked 77 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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7. Polanco Modern Mexican Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(399)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Manhattan Beach

Booked 10 times today

Polanco Mexican Modern Steak House is a slightly elevated restaurant that will focus on fine dining touches with a lively atmosphere. Polanco features a prime selected list of steaks seared off and seasoned with an eye towards the ranches and cattle farms of northern Mexico. Bar operated by Miguel Valencia who is the head mixologist listing a cocktail selection based on agave varieties such as Mezcal, Ensambles and a unique selection of Tequilas.

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8. Izakaya Hachi Torrance

4.6

Exceptional(298)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Torrance / Carson

Booked 16 times today

Izakaya Hachi is an authentic Japanese restaurant serving Japanese tapas, Yakitori, fresh oysters, ShabuShabu, traditional Sushi, and a unique variety of Sake.To maintain the social distance guideline, we will check all customer's temperature and ask to sanitize your hands before entering the restaurant. We have a 15 minutes grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time. Party of 1 or 2 may go to a bar counter seat when a busy hour. If you prefer a table seat, please tell a representative or leave a comment about it. However, we may not be able to honor all requests. We look forward to serving you!

A photo of Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Torrance restaurant

9. Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Torrance

4.8

Exceptional(284)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Torrance / Carson

Booked 12 times today

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.

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10. Black Angus Steakhouse - Torrance

4.5

Awesome(3545)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Torrance / Carson

Booked 100 times today

WE’VE BEEN MASTERING OUR CRAFT SINCE 1964, so you could say we know a thing or two. Our cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it. You’ve earned it. Whether you’re here to throw back a couple with old friends or trying to finish off the High Noon Feast on your own, there’s always a seat for you. So here’s to the nights you can’t remember and the steaks you won’t forget. To learn more visit www.blackangus.com

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Alejandra
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything was great! Food was amazing. The service was amazing we had a very nice and friendly waitress! Thank you!
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Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Price: Expensive• American• Torrance / Carson
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4.9
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Mary
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Enjoyed the food and entertainment by the chef! So happy we made reservations for 1:00 pm on Valentine’s Day! I heard that corporate opened up the reservation line and had 1400 people reserved for that evening ! No way is everyone getting seated! I hope I don’t see Torrance Benihana on the news! There are going to be a lot of angry people!!
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Benihana - Torrance, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Torrance / Carson
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Ki Young
Los Angeles •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Servers were attentive atmosphere was chic The food was excellent Will definitely revisit
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Hasu Izakaya & GrillPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Torrance / Carson
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4.6
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kachina
Los Angeles •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 29, 2025
Food was great, great meat quality! Will continue to come back.
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Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-ShabuPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Hawthorne / Gardena
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4.7
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RichardVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Great food for the price. What you would expect in Japan izakaya.
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Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon SobaPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Hawthorne / Gardena
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4.7

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