Primo Italia

Primo Italia in Torrance, California, serves authentic Southern Italian recipes, celebrating its heritage by sharing traditional homemade pastas, sauces, and other Italian dishes with its patrons. The restaurant's menu features antipasti, primi, secondi, and pizza, including signature dishes like Polpettine Meatballs, Charcuterie, and Carpaccio di Manzo.

Some of the options available include vegetarian and vegan dishes, such as Gnocchi Alla Romana and Siciliana Fennel & Orange Salad. This selection ensures that all patrons can find something to suit their taste.

A private dining room called Rocco's Room is available for events and parties, while a luxurious private booth, the Proprietor's Table, seats up to twelve people and provides a view of the open kitchen. There is also a circular Sun Table that seats six people and a private room called La Cucina del Nonno, perfect for intimate gatherings.

Live music is a regular feature, with performances by the owner, making every night a surprise. Primo Italia is found at 4590 Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance, and pickup and delivery services are available.

The atmosphere is designed to evoke Italy, with family photos and traditional Italian decor. Chef Santi creates the menu, driven by a passion for Italian cooking and its history. Local purveyors and fine ingredients are used to make the dishes, and the goal is to share Southern Italian roots with patrons.