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A photo of Paul Martin's American Grill - El Segundo restaurant
1. Paul Martin's American Grill - El Segundo
4.6
Exceptional(4562)
Price: Moderate
• American • El Segundo
Booked 29 times today
With just one bite of our classic American cheeseburger, “brick” chicken, or mesquite grilled Columbia River steelhead seared over a live fire, you’ll taste the difference an uncompromising commitment to quality ingredients makes at Paul Martin’s American Grill. Located in the South Bay of Los Angeles in El Segundo, we serve classic American cuisine set to a higher standard. Our polished yet welcoming dining room is the perfect setting for a business lunch or happy hour get-together.
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2. Benihana - Torrance, CA
4.1
Excellent(7452)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Torrance / Carson
Booked 121 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
A photo of Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba restaurant
3. Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba
4.6
Exceptional(27)
Price: Expensive
• Izakaya • Hawthorne / Gardena
Booked 14 times today
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 homemade 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.Whether you’re dining alone or with a group of 20, our private rooms and banquet room can accommodate all your needs. Please come and enjoy our modern, authentic and traditional Japanese menu!
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4. Polanco Modern Mexican Steakhouse
4.4
Awesome(393)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Manhattan Beach
Booked 5 times today
Polanco Mexican Modern Steak House is a slightly elevated restaurant that will focus on fine dining touches with a lively atmosphere. Polanco features a prime selected list of steaks seared off and seasoned with an eye towards the ranches and cattle farms of northern Mexico. Bar operated by Miguel Valencia who is the head mixologist listing a cocktail selection based on agave varieties such as Mezcal, Ensambles and a unique selection of Tequilas.
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5. Little Sister - El Segundo
4.7
Exceptional(631)
Price: Moderate
• Vietnamese • El Segundo
Booked 26 times today
East-Meets-West dishes that inspire and evoke a feeling of being welcomed into Chef Vuong's home. Little Sister's menu showcases Chef Tin's take on one of the more interesting and rich collisions of food and culture that was borne out of the European colonization of Southeast Asia. Dishes blend and balance the spices and flavors of Southeast Asia with French techniques and Dutch and British colonial influences. The menu is continually and progressively evolving, reflecting inspiration and the seasons. Chef Tin curates the restaurant's wine and beverage program with a focus on intriguing labels, both domestically and from around the world.
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6. Il Fornaio - Manhattan Beach
4.6
Exceptional(3062)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Manhattan Beach
Booked 18 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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7. Black Angus Steakhouse - Torrance
4.5
Awesome(3522)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Torrance / Carson
Booked 53 times today
WE’VE BEEN MASTERING OUR CRAFT SINCE 1964, so you could say we know a thing or two. Our cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it. You’ve earned it. Whether you’re here to throw back a couple with old friends or trying to finish off the High Noon Feast on your own, there’s always a seat for you. So here’s to the nights you can’t remember and the steaks you won’t forget. To learn more visit www.blackangus.com
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8. The Cafe
4.4
Awesome(73)
Price: Moderate
• International • Torrance / Carson
Booked 2 times today
The Café Restaurant & Lounge Bar in the Doubletree Torrance–South Bay Hotel, crafts a delectable array of globally inspired dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner in its sophisticated and relaxed setting. If you stop by the Café restaurant for breakfast, you can enjoy lush offerings such as homemade muffins, avocado toast, and the lox. Some of The Cafe's restaurant specialty entrees include a flatbreads, Kurobuta Pork Chop with traditional fresh herbs & pearl onion glaze sauce, fried chicken sandwich, fish, chicken, and steaks. The Cafe's handheld delicacies engage casual dining with a vibrant international inspiration like fish tacos with mahi-mahi fish, purple cabbage slaw & Pico de Gallo and fire roasted salsa. Also, a house specialty Asian beef noodle soup, which pairs well with a local craft brew, domestic beer or specialty cocktail. Happy Hour runs from 3 pm to 6 pm Sunday - Thursday.
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9. Fleming's Steakhouse - El Segundo
4.5
Awesome(2372)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • El Segundo
Booked 63 times today
Discover Fleming's in El Segundo, located on the northeast corner of Rosecrans Avenue and Douglas Boulevard near the Marriott Manhattan Beach Golf Club, where you'll find exceptional USDA Prime steaks, storied wines and stellar service. Whether you're marking a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or simply savoring a night out, our Dining Room provides a memorable setting. Explore our Dinner Menu with seven different steak cuts, best-in-class seafood and innovative vegetarian options. Join us for our Social Hour Menu Sunday through Thursday 4PM to 6PM with shareable bar bites and $9 handcrafted cocktails. Planning an event? Explore our Events & Catering Menu for a variety of options, both in our restaurant and off-site.
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10. Nomad Eatery
4.7
Exceptional(271)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • El Segundo
Booked 11 times today
Nomad is serving our signature Thanksgiving, roasting thighs and breasts separately to ensure it's a perfectly cooked Turkey, with natural gravy, fluffy mashed potatoes, vegetable side dishes, and dessert, for a grand Thanksgiving meal. $75 per person, plus drinks, tax and gratuity. What began thirty years ago, as a four month traveling trip, culminated in what is today, a menu designed to take you to many cultures -- the Mediterranean, Southeast Asia and Latin America -- tied together by what a meandering, somewhat adventurous backpacker -- a Nomad -- would want to eat.Nomad Eatery celebrates vibrant dishes found all over these regions, respecting the indigenous flavors, and doing it all in a modern way. Nomad includes a full bar, inventive cocktails, curated wine list, and features abundant seating including a fireplace and heated outdoor dining area. Free self parking is available on the adjacent parking structure.

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