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Downtown Torrance

Torrance brings historic Old Town, Japanese kitchens, independent shops and a South Bay beachfront into one city. Plan a neighborhood stop first, then leave time for the coast or a local cultural venue.

Torrance city view

Cabrillo Avenue, Sartori Avenue and El Prado connect historic streets with independent restaurants, shops and neighborhood gathering places. Begin with the historical society’s current museum information, then choose food and shops around Sartori Avenue and El Prado. Check any guided-walk schedule directly.

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Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.

Around Torrance

Places in our Torrance directory listings, ordered by how many Google reviews each has.

Italian

Gaetano's Restaurant

Italian · 2731 Pacific Coast Highway

Gaetano’s Restaurant serves Italian food in Torrance and was opened by Steve and Dori in 1993. It also offers catering for gatherings across Torrance and the South Bay.

Japanese

Miyabi Uni

Japanese · 1231 Cabrillo Ave Unit 101

Miyabi Uni is a Japanese restaurant located in Torrance, California. The restaurant's master chef has over 30 years of collective Japanese fine dining experience and brings traditional flavors and modern creations to…

Restaurants and shops to know

Independent restaurants, cafés and shops from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Hours change; confirm with the business.

Italian

La Bella Napoli

Italian · 23906 Crenshaw Blvd

La Bella Napoli, an Italian eatery, operates at 23906 Crenshaw Blvd. in Torrance, California, under the ownership of Daniele Casaletta, who was born in Naples, Italy, and brings his love and passion for Italian cuisine…

Brewery

Absolution Brewing Company

Brewery · 2878 Columbia St

Absolution Brewing Company is a brewery located in Torrance, California, that offers a variety of craft beers made with the finest grains, yeast, water, and hops. The company has a range of products, including apparel,…

Local retail

Agapantha Jewelry

Local retail · 2370 W Carson St #160

Agapantha Jewelry has a Torrance showroom connected to the studio where its pieces are made by hand. Founder Dani Paquin designs its delicate, modern jewelry for layering.

Local retail

Anthony & Co. Jewelers

Local retail · 24020 Hawthorne Blvd

Anthony & Co. Jewelers is an independent shop on Hawthorne Boulevard.

Historic places in Torrance

National Register of Historic Places listings in the city, from Wikidata. Many are private property; view them from the street unless a site says it is open.

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