Best Restaurants in Torrance (2025)

An intimate, reservation-only sushi counter hidden inside I-naba where chef Yasuhiro Hirano serves a precise, deeply seasonal omakase. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and included on Eater LA’s Michelin map, it’s the South Bay’s splurge-worthy star. ([guide.michelin.com](https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/california/torrance/restaurant/sushi-i-naba?utm_source=openai), [la.eater.com](https://la.eater.com/maps/los-angeles-michelin-star-restaurants-map/n-naka?utm_source=openai))

A lively izakaya where groups share charcoal-grilled skewers, sashimi, hot pots, and a serious sake list. Frequently praised by local food critics and featured in The Infatuation’s Torrance guide; the restaurant confirms nightly service. ([theinfatuation.com](https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/guides/the-best-restaurants-in-torrance?utm_source=openai), [hachius.com](https://www.hachius.com/reservations?utm_source=openai))

A beloved specialist in Kyoto-style oden and binchotan-grilled yakitori, run by a team closely tied to the community since 2009. Celebrated by The Infatuation and operating with updated hours on the official site. ([theinfatuation.com](https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/reviews/torihei-yakitori?utm_source=openai), [yakitori-torihei.com](https://www.yakitori-torihei.com/?utm_source=openai))

Family-run and cherished for hand-cut soba and udon, this shop channels Old Torrance’s Japanese heritage. Recommended by The Infatuation; hours and dual locations confirmed by the restaurant. ([theinfatuation.com](https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/reviews/los-angeles-reviews-ichimi-ann-bamboo-garden?utm_source=openai), [ichimiann.com](https://www.ichimiann.com/?utm_source=openai))

Tendon Tempura Carlos Junior - Review - Torrance - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

This blink-and-miss-it Japanese spot in downtown Torrance—semi-hidden behind a pair of big white curtains—is dedicated to bowls of tempura like The Rock is committed to bicep curls. Run by a Peruvian chef who trained in Japan, Carlos Junior specializes in tendon, or sauce-seasoned tempura over rice. Bowls come mounded with hot and crunchy things like fried shrimp, vegetables, eel, and a mind-blowing tempura egg with a runny yolk. The sushi and noodles that make up the rest of the menu are unremarkable, so stick with the namesake tempura, paired with self-serve pickled ginger and celery that come on the table. The fully loaded Special Tempura Bowl is one our of favorite lunches in the South Bay. - Garrett Snyder

An intimate yakiniku counter where an Osaka-trained butcher grills prized cuts in front of you; limited seats and set menus keep quality high. Highlighted by Time Out and profiled in JapanUp magazine. ([timeout.com](https://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/restaurants/wagyu-butcher?utm_source=openai), [japanupmagazine.com](https://japanupmagazine.com/archives/14774?utm_source=openai))

A focused shop pouring a polished pork–chicken–fish broth with optional house garlic oil and excellent gyoza. Included on Eater LA’s best ramen list; current hours corroborated by recent listings. ([la.eater.com](https://la.eater.com/maps/best-essential-ramen-los-angeles/?utm_source=openai), [restaurantji.com](https://www.restaurantji.com/ca/torrance/josui-ramen-/?utm_source=openai))

A community anchor for island-style plates, from furikake chicken to loco moco and oxtail soup. Praised by The Infatuation and actively operating with posted hours and catering from the restaurant. ([theinfatuation.com](https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/reviews/aunty-mailes-hawaiian-food?utm_source=openai), [auntymailes808.com](https://auntymailes808.com//?utm_source=openai))

Inside a Japanese-owned hotel, Ise-Shima serves refined sushi, tempura, and seasonal set menus that attract business travelers and locals alike. Open daily with breakfast, lunch, and dinner; noted by Discover Los Angeles. ([miyakohybridhotel.com](https://www.miyakohybridhotel.com/dining.htm?utm_source=openai), [discoverlosangeles.com](https://www.discoverlosangeles.com/eat-drink/ise-shima-at-the-miyako?utm_source=openai))

Sushi Yoshi - Review - Torrance - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

The South Bay is full of bargain-priced, old-school sushi spots, and Torrance's Sushi Yoshi is the pinnacle of the genre (bonus points: it's located in a strip mall, too). Try to grab one of the five seats at the Dodger bobblehead-decorated bar—the owner is a baseball nut—and order the No. 8 Special. It involves nine pieces of nigiri and two traditional rolls, and at $20, it’s the most expensive item on the menu. Add an order of their fantastic pressed makerel sushi and the salty mirugai (giant clam) nigiri if they have it. - Brett Keating