Restaurants in Torrance

Oaxacan restaurant with a serious mezcal program. Tlayudas, mole negro, chapulines, enfrijoladas. One of the few places in the South Bay doing true regional Oaxacan cooking. Beautiful interior with hand-painted murals. Single location at 1261 Cabrillo Ave.

Counter-service tendon (tempura rice bowl) spot. Shrimp, squid, vegetables all perfectly fried and drizzled with sweet tare sauce. Fast, affordable, and wildly satisfying. Lines form before opening. Single location at 21712 Hawthorne Blvd.

One of the best yakitori spots in all of LA. Charcoal-grilled skewers — tsukune, chicken skin, heart, thigh — all expertly seasoned. Izakaya vibe with a deep sake list. A destination for Japanese food lovers across the city. Single location at 1757 W Carson St.