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1. Il Fornaio - Manhattan Beach
4.6
Exceptional(3070)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Manhattan Beach
Booked 27 times today
Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include house made pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.
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2. Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-Shabu
4.6
Exceptional(87)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Hawthorne / Gardena
Booked 13 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. Shin-Sen-Gumi Chanko Hot Pot – Gardena
4.8
Exceptional(3)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Hawthorne / Gardena
Booked 1 time today
**Please note you must order at least (1) Hot Pot per reservation**- Savor the rich flavors of authentic Chanko nabe at Shin-Sen-Gumi Chanko, located in Gardena, California. We invite you to enjoy our authentic Chanko Hot Pot, a nourishing stew deeply rooted in sumo wrestling culture, traditionally prepared by sumo wrestlers themselves. Choose from a selection of different types of Chanko nabe, where each pot is a symphony of textures and flavors, brimming with an array of carefully selected ingredients, from tender meats and fresh seafood to an assortment of colorful vegetables. Come dine with us and taste an authentic Chanko nabe fit for a sumo wrestler!**Please note you must order at least (1) Hot Pot per reservation**
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4. Izakaya Hachi Torrance
4.6
Exceptional(301)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Torrance / Carson
Booked 15 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!
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5. Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Torrance
4.8
Exceptional(287)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Torrance / Carson
Booked 19 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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6. Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba
4.8
Exceptional(31)
Price: Expensive
• Izakaya • Hawthorne / Gardena
Booked 9 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. If you make a reservation for six or more guests on OpenTable, please be aware that we may not be able to guarantee a table. For all customers, depending on the reservation’s availability, we may be unable to accommodate your preferred private room. Please understand this in advance.※※※※※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 housemade 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.Please come and enjoy our modern, authentic Japanese menu!
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7. Chado Tea Room - South Bay
4.5
Awesome(156)
Price: Moderate
• Afternoon Tea • Torrance / Carson
Booked 15 times today
We are a Los Angeles based tea room and online tea retailer. We've been here for 30 years, helping the people of Los Angeles discover tea. Chado Tea Room has served the Los Angeles area for over 25 years. With 4 locations, they have revolutionized the Angelino tea lover's experience. World Tea Award for Best Retail Tea House in 2016 and 2017
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8. Sauced BBQ and Spirits El Segundo
4.0
Excellent(269)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • El Segundo
Booked 8 times today
Sauced BBQ and Spirits El Segundo is an authentic Southern BBQ joint. The reviews rave about its great food, with dishes like slow smoked St. Louis style ribs and tasty brisket. The atmosphere is also commended, with activities like axe throwing and shuffleboard adding to the authentic Southern charm.
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9. Aliotta's Via Firenze
new
4.8
Exceptional(656)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Torrance / Carson
Booked 7 times today
Aliotta's Via Firenze is a charming Italian fine dining spot with a vibe of an old-world Italian restaurant. It's praised for its authenticity, traditional dishes, and excellent service. Reviewers love the restaurant's ambience, with mentions of antiqued Tuscan décor and a 'rustic Italian decor' that transports them back to Italy. The staff is described as friendly and welcoming, and the food as consistently delicious and well-cooked. It's a place where you can relive your trip to Italy, right in Torrance, California.
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10. Jame Enoteca
4.8
Exceptional(1058)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • El Segundo
Booked 30 times today
Jame is Jackson and Melissa Kalb's first restaurant, focused on Southern Italian cooking and way of life. Jame's vision is to use local, market-driven ingredients to create delicious and unique Italian dishes. This is particularly true in the hand-rolled pastas, but is also seen in other popular dishes like the crispy brussels sprouts, kale salad, and Crispy Braised "Coop's" pork shank. Join us next door at John Thomas Bar where Chef Jackson highlights sophisticated twists on classic cocktails for those who are looking for some late night fun. Take a quick trip to Southern Italy and be a guest in our home.
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