Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

Name: Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917
Address: 19800 S Main Street, Carson, CA, United States, 90745
Telephone: (310) 527-0917
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1558 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

19800 S Main Street, Carson, CA 90745

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 27, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 30 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Good for business meals

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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 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

Popular dishes

Seasonal Oysters$28.00
celery apple mignonette
- Half Dozen$28.00
- Dozen$50.00
Amberjack Tartare$22.00
ginger, avocado, jalapeño, nori rice crackers, ponzu
Spanish Octopus$22.00
yuzu aioli, shishito peppers, chicharron, micro shiso
Scallop Crudo$28.00
aguachile sauce, strawberry, avocado, cilantro, tangerine oil
Prawns$26.00
swarnadwipa, thai basil, pineapple, mint, coconut cream
Beet Salad$18.00
burrata, pine nuts, citrus, sherry mustard vinaigrette
Grilled Mushrooms$22.00
crispy potato, cotija, aji verde sauce
Gem Salad$16.00
feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, black garlic croutons, green goddess dressing

Entrées

Pan Roasted Salmon$42.00
english peas, baby carrots, parmesan reggiano, pea tendrils
Short Rib Ragu$40.00
spinach fettuccine, red pepper, white cheddar
917 Burger$29.00
8oz wagyu beef, garlic aioli, bacon, caramelized onion, gruyère cheese
6oz Snake River Hanger Steak$48.00
potato pavé, chimichurri, broccolini, port reduction
Jidori Chicken$35.00
creamed potatoes, haricot verts, mushrooms, red wine cream
Sea Bass$45.00
asparagus, oroblanco grapefruit, fennel, taragon cream
Duck Confit$38.00
vanilla parsnip puree, farro, bok choy, citrus marmalade
Zucchini Squash$30.00
romesco sauce, marble potatoes, cauliflower, cashews

Sides

Duck Fat Fries$13.00
truffle salt, garlic aioli, fines herbes
Baby Artichokes$16.00
lemon aioli, garlic bread crumb, parmesan
Arugula Salad$12.00
cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, sherry vinaigrette
Brussels Sprouts$15.00
harissa aioli, chorizo, parmesan, balsamic
Creamed Potatoes$12.00
parsley, port wine reduction

Dessert

Raspberry Ricotta Tart$14.00
ricotta cream, kataifi crunch pistachio sorbet
Matcha Namelaka$14.00
flourless chocolate cake, sesame tuile feuilletine, brown rice ice cream
Peanut Butter Chocolate Bar$14.00
crispy pretzel, milk chocolate crémeux, black pepper ice cream
Brown Butter Bourbon Ice Cream$12.00
brown butter streusel, crushed toffee
Strawberry Sorbet$12.00
compressed strawberries, lemon thyme meringue
Affogato$10.00
french vanilla ice cream, espresso

Signature Cocktails

Pedro's Paloma*$25.00
don julio 1942, grapefruit soda, lime, agave
Strawberry Basil Smash$18.00
gin, st-germain, strawberry, lemon, basil
Tamarind Mezcalita$18.00
mezcal, dry curaçao, tamarind, lemon
Pineapple Mulita$18.00
vodka, pineapple, shiso, lime, ginger beer
Tetsu's Sour**$20.00
kikori whisky, yuzu, oroblanco
Ruby Star$18.00
tequileño, hibiscus flower, yuzu, ginger
917 Old Fashion$20.00
fat-washed maker's mark, angostura bitters

Beer

Pinkus Hefeweizen | Germany$15.00
Pinkus Pilsner | Germany$15.00
Pinkus Altbier Munster Alt | Germany$15.00
Guinness Extra Stout | Ireland$9.00
Ballast Point Sculpin IPA | California$10.00
Absolution 405 IPA | Torrance, California$10.00
Absolution Blonde Ale | Torrance, California$10.00
Absolution Red Ale | Torrance, California$9.00
Blue Moon | Colorado$9.00
Modelo Negra or Especial | Mexico$9.00

Wine

Chandon Brut, California, NV$20.00
Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2022$19.00
Carmenet Chardonnay | California, 2023$16.00
Whispering Angel Rosé | Provence, France 2019$18.00
Meiomi Pinot Noir, California, 2022$18.00
Justin Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, California 2019$19.00

Tequila

Don Julio Blanco | Mexico$20.00
Don Julio Reposado | Mexico$22.00
Don Julio Alma Miel | Mexico$25.00
Don Julio Rosado Reposado | Mexico$25.00
Don Julio 1942 | Mexico$40.00
Don Julio Real Extra Anejo | Mexico$115.00
Clase Azul Reposado | Mexico$40.00
Clase Azul Gold | Mexico$60.00
Volcan B.T Blanco | Mexico$25.00
Volcan X.A Reposado | Mexico$30.00
Casamigos Resposado | Mexico$20.00
Casamigos Cristalino Resposado | Mexico$25.00
Casamigos Anejo | Mexico$22.00
Casamigos Mezcal | Mexico$25.00
El Tequileño The Sassenach Select | Mexico$40.00
double wood resposado

Whisky & Bourbon

Wild Turkey Rye | Kentucky$20.00
Knob Creek Rye | Kentucky$18.00
Sir Davis Rye | Texas$30.00
Kikori Whiskey | Japan$18.00
Hibiki Whiskey | Japan$23.00
Highwest Bourbon | Kentucky$20.00
Blade and Bow Bourbon | Kentucky$20.00
Maker's Mark 46 Bourbon | Kentucky$22.00

Scotch

Johnnie Walker 18yr | Kilmarnock$35.00
Johnnie Walker Blue Label | Kilmarnock$85.00
Glenmorangie 18yr | Highland$35.00
Glenlivet 12yr | Moray$16.00
Ardberg 10yr | Islay$22.00
Lagavulin 8yr | Islay$20.00
Lagavulin 16yr | Islay$35.00
Lagavulin Offerman Edition Caribbean Rum Cask | Islay$30.00

What 1,558 people are saying

Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Restaurant 917 offers a "unique and fun experience" with "amazing service" and "delicious" food. Guests rave about the "great view" of the racetrack and the "attentive" staff. Highlights include the "917 burger" and creative drinks. It's a top pick for special occasions, combining a thrilling car ambiance with excellent dining.

1,558 Reviews

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Leslie
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
SO AMAZING!
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cristian
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Made a reservation for my younger brothers birthday & it was everything I told him it would be 👍🏼 the best
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Larry VIP
Los Angeles47 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We took some out of town guests here for lunch. Everyone was delighted. They loved watching the cars race on the track! Drinks were delicious 😋 We all ordered different items for lunch. All pleased with what they got. Would recommend and look forward to going back again.
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Jenny
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome place, very delicious food. I love the variety in their drink menu including a designated driver drink menu that’s not just lemonade. I got the cosnopolitan and it was so good, I got three!
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Zenaida
Los Angeles10 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came to celebrate a birthday and it was a very good choice. Ambiance is very cool, you see many Porsches upon entering in the first level. And you see the auto body shop too. Staff is very friendly I had a reservation and we were seated quickly. The waitress was very helpful very attentive, I couldn’t decide and she helped me pick and I was able to change the side. In the end I asked what kind of desserts were available for a birthday. We chose a chocolate cake one with icecream inside of it. DELICIOUS! We took photos of the cars and track outside. Cool experience!
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Lanna VIP
Los Angeles19 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It took me a while to be able to get the reservation I wanted but it was worth the wait. My family really enjoyed it and the view of the racetrack was pretty cool especially for the kids. Our server was very nice and attentive to us. We ordered a lot of stuff off the menu including the octopus and prawns as apps, the artichokes and brussel sprouts as sides, and for the mains we got the hangar steak, ragu fettuccine, the 917 burger, and the duck confit. Everything was cooked to PERFECTION and absolutely the delicious. I would for sure recommend this place!
Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Responded on April 15, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback. Have a fantastic day.
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Sam VIP
Palm Springs11 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Food was unfortunately not very good. The views of the racetrack make up for it.
Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Responded on April 12, 2025
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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Adriane
Unspecified1 review
3.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food and ambience was great. The dining experience was overall excellent however I was expecting more from the service. Server delivered the wrong check and took his time getting the check in the first time. We waited 10 minutes as he chatted up with another customer.
Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Responded on April 15, 2025
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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Enock
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Got the 917 burger really good. Showed up earlier than my reservation time and was able to sit asap. Good dessert personally like the strawberry one.
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Elizabeth
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on April 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I loved this place, my waitress was very kind, I recommend it 100%
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Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917 is rated 4.8 stars by 1558 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 27, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 30 times today

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–1:30 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 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!

Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

917 Burger

Spanish Octopus

Gem Salad

Share

Seasonal Oysters$28.00

Amberjack Tartare$22.00

Spanish Octopus$22.00

Scallop Crudo$28.00

Prawns$26.00

Beet Salad$18.00

Grilled Mushrooms$22.00

Gem Salad$16.00

Entrées

Pan Roasted Salmon$42.00

Short Rib Ragu$40.00

917 Burger$29.00

6oz Snake River Hanger Steak$48.00

Jidori Chicken$35.00

Sea Bass$45.00

Duck Confit$38.00

Zucchini Squash$30.00

Sides

Duck Fat Fries$13.00

Baby Artichokes$16.00

Arugula Salad$12.00

Brussels Sprouts$15.00

Creamed Potatoes$12.00

Dessert

Raspberry Ricotta Tart$14.00

Matcha Namelaka$14.00

Peanut Butter Chocolate Bar$14.00

Brown Butter Bourbon Ice Cream$12.00

Strawberry Sorbet$12.00

Affogato$10.00

Signature Cocktails

Pedro's Paloma*$25.00

Strawberry Basil Smash$18.00

Tamarind Mezcalita$18.00

Pineapple Mulita$18.00

Tetsu's Sour**$20.00

Ruby Star$18.00

917 Old Fashion$20.00

Beer

Pinkus Hefeweizen | Germany$15.00

Pinkus Pilsner | Germany$15.00

Pinkus Altbier Munster Alt | Germany$15.00

Guinness Extra Stout | Ireland$9.00

Ballast Point Sculpin IPA | California$10.00

Absolution 405 IPA | Torrance, California$10.00

Absolution Blonde Ale | Torrance, California$10.00

Absolution Red Ale | Torrance, California$9.00

Blue Moon | Colorado$9.00

Modelo Negra or Especial | Mexico$9.00

Wine

Chandon Brut, California, NV$20.00

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2022$19.00

Carmenet Chardonnay | California, 2023$16.00

Whispering Angel Rosé | Provence, France 2019$18.00

Meiomi Pinot Noir, California, 2022$18.00

Justin Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, California 2019$19.00

Tequila

Don Julio Blanco | Mexico$20.00

Don Julio Reposado | Mexico$22.00

Don Julio Alma Miel | Mexico$25.00

Don Julio Rosado Reposado | Mexico$25.00

Don Julio 1942 | Mexico$40.00

Don Julio Real Extra Anejo | Mexico$115.00

Clase Azul Reposado | Mexico$40.00

Clase Azul Gold | Mexico$60.00

Volcan B.T Blanco | Mexico$25.00

Volcan X.A Reposado | Mexico$30.00

Casamigos Resposado | Mexico$20.00

Casamigos Cristalino Resposado | Mexico$25.00

Casamigos Anejo | Mexico$22.00

Casamigos Mezcal | Mexico$25.00