Best Lunch Restaurants in Hawthorne / Gardena

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1. Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

4.8

Exceptional(1497)

Price: Expensive

• American • Torrance / Carson

Booked 21 times today

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.

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2. JOEY Manhattan Beach

4.5

Awesome(96)

Price: Expensive

• American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 110 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan Village, our third Southern California location feels like a lush oasis. Extending over 9,400 square feet with an expansive 2,160 square foot patio, there’s plenty of room for all. Vibrant abstract artwork by local California artist Amber Goldhammer gives this space the positive vibes of an endless summer.

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3. Paul Martin's American Grill - El Segundo

4.5

Awesome(4549)

Price: Moderate

• American • El Segundo

Booked 17 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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4. Benihana - Torrance, CA

4.2

Awesome(7391)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Torrance / Carson

Booked 96 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.

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5. Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba

4.5

Awesome(24)

Price: Expensive

• Izakaya • Hawthorne / Gardena

Booked 3 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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6. BOA Steakhouse - Manhattan Beach

4.7

Exceptional(312)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 16 times today

Simply put, BOA is unlike any other steakhouse. We reinvented the traditional American steakhouse to fashion a distinctly unique dining experience. That experience is bold, modern and innovative. From the seductively stylish interior to the dry-aged prime steaks, BOA’s vibrant ambiance is as alluring as the cuisine itself.

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7. Polanco Modern Mexican Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(388)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 1 time 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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8. North Italia - Del Amo

4.5

Awesome(693)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Torrance / Carson

Booked 42 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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9. Little Sister - El Segundo

4.7

Exceptional(623)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • El Segundo

Booked 16 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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10. Black Angus Steakhouse - Torrance

4.5

Awesome(3497)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Torrance / Carson

Booked 32 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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BRIAN
Las Vegas •7 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Food was and usually is good. Pepito was our chef. He knows what he's doing on that grill
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Benihana - Torrance, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Torrance / Carson
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4.2
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Jenvip
Los Angeles •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
JOEY Manhattan consistently delivers quality dishes and great ambiance, making it a go-to spot for a top-level dining experience. We started with a couple of apples, and the Hibachi Wings were a great twist on traditional chicken wings - perfectly cooked and savoury. The hummus was bursting with flavour and pita soft. For our mains, I had the sirloin steak, which was cooked perfectly and offered a tender, flavourful bite. The crispy mash was absolutely delightful. Awesome time!
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JOEY Manhattan BeachPrice: Expensive• American• Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
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4.5
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Cecilyvip
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a great experience. Food was excellent. Just wished they had a little bit more of a selection.
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Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Price: Expensive• American• Torrance / Carson
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4.8
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Laura
Los Angeles •93 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We were going to an event in the area and needed to find a place to eat beforehand. Paul Martin's was great! Loved the tangy caesar dressing on the salad...the brick chicken and the short ribs were both fantastic...and perfectly creamy mashed potatoes. Will probably go here again to try the lighter items - fish and tacos, for example. Great restaurant on our first try!
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Paul Martin's American Grill - El SegundoPrice: Moderate• American• El Segundo
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4.5
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Margaret
Los Angeles •1 review
4.0
Dined on 5 Nov 2024
First time for dinner and choices were original and interesting
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Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon SobaPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Hawthorne / Gardena
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4.5

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98 restaurants available nearby

1. Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

2. JOEY Manhattan Beach

3. Paul Martin's American Grill - El Segundo

4. Benihana - Torrance, CA

5. Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba

6. BOA Steakhouse - Manhattan Beach

7. Polanco Modern Mexican Steakhouse

8. North Italia - Del Amo

9. Little Sister - El Segundo

10. Black Angus Steakhouse - Torrance

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