This place was fabulous! We ordered:…read moreROMAINE SALAD- LOVED this! CACIO E PEPE- my kids loved this. This was slightly too creamy for me AMATRICIANA BUCATINA- this was my fave. This was slightly spicy, but so flavorful. BOLOGNESE FETTUCCINI- this was my hubby's fave ROMAN STYLE PIZZA -MARGHERITA-(1/4 sheet pan) this is a thick crust pizza.. but the bread was so pillowy. It was light. LOVED it -ROMAGNOLA- (1/4 sheet pan) this had the Parma ham.. and arugula- this was my fave!! GELATO- this was given to us after our meal. It was like a coffee- vanilla. It was fanatic! The owners were awesome. I can't wait to come back!

This spot is great. It's run by an Italian couple and everything is made authentically and fresh to…read moreorder. Very reasonable prices, tasty pizza and pasta (we got the pesto pasta, cacio e pepe, and Estiva pizza), and we were treated to a complimentary sample of the vanilla coffee bean gelato, which was made in-house too. They were very kind, checked on us throughout the meal, asked how we liked the food, and were genuinely sweet. I honestly found the timing of the meal very reasonable as well--not too long at all. We had plenty of time to catch up, and they didn't mind that we sat there chatting together for a while. The Estiva pizza was one of the best bites of pizza I've had in a long time, and I was honestly so happy there was a slice to take home because I enjoyed it that much. Kind couple serving delicious home-style Italian food that, for me, was better than anything I've had at an elevated Italian spot in this city thus far. They're primarily a takeaway operation and less than half a mile from the beach, so the possibilities for a beachside picnic are endless. Big thank you to them for bringing this experience to the community. I hope to return with more friends and family soon.

I quite like Bristol farms. But, after reading some comments on Nextdoor, I realized I'm not the…read moreonly one to experience some schizophrenic reactions from the staff. - The folks at check out are universally great. - And I've had very good interactions with the team that stocks the beer. Although I keep fruitlessly asking for more Orval , forcing me to drive off the hill to acquire it. - But the folks in the meat department are something else. They pretty much ignore you for a good few minutes, probably hoping you'll go away, as they seem engrossed in doing whatever job is at hand. Then, when they finally come up, they are less than friendly. Maybe it's working in the cold, but I dread going there. Which is a pity, as the meats are superior at Bristol farms. But I still quite like Bristol farms. It seems overall to provide premium quality product in a "country store" vibe.

Bristol Farms was here before Whole Foods was ever part of the high end grocery store chains…read more Although this location is smaller than the location in Manhattan Beach, it still has a huge selection. My main gripe about today's visit is that there was only one cashier who was in deep conversation with the customer in front of me. Granted she was assisting the customer with a concern, but I was in a hurry. I could have used the self service checkout, but I had fresh poke which I love from the self serve station. I didn't have the code to get a price ($22.00 for a pint), which is way out of line for the size of the container, but then again they used fresh fish in the poke and not fish that was previously frozen. The store is well stocked and neatly organized. The meat counter and deli service is outstanding. They just need more cashiers at this store, at least one more to accommodate the line.

The charcuterie board was so pretty and delicious, however they forgot to add the edible honeycombs…read morethat I paid an extra $25 for. I messaged the business and did not a receive a reply or a refund for it. Also, a $25 delivery fee is a bit much, considering that she called me to see if she can deliver it earlier than expected, but deliverered it later than the original time ordered. --------------------------------------------------------------------- The issue was resolved. They have refunded me for the misunderstanding.

We found Mary via FB for a backyard party. She was able to squeeze our order in even though she was…read morequite booked. We got the Long Board and she was able to set it up on our own board and deliver right to the door morning off. The board was absolutely beautiful and everything delicious. All the guests were super impressed! Compared to some other local companies, her pricing is very very fair for the quality. Highly recommended!

We typically never pay for charcuterie spreads, but we were blown away by Parm and Poppy. Beautiful…read morepresentation with fresh seasonal flowers and produce. The owner, Linh is so kind and helpful with curating the platters with cheese, meat, pistachios, and fruit, Our party was such a hit. Thank you so much for the wonderful spreads. It added much delight to our dinner party.

I usually do my own charcuterie board, but for my recent event I decided to go the professional…read moreroute and I'm so glad I did. The presentation and quality were top-notch. My guests were raving not only about quality in taste of the cheese and meat, but the visual was impressive. If you're looking for an expert charcuterie board, I recommend Parm and Poppy! I'm already looking forward to my next event and will certainly go with Parm and Poppy again!

It's pretty safe to say I'm usually one of those last minute holiday shoppers. We went out…read moreyesterday to fight the traffic and the crowds at the Del Amo Fashion Center (fortunately wasn't that bad, we got lucky) and it paid off because I was able to get all my shopping done in a couple hours. I remember Hickory Farms having permanent store locations in the malls many years ago. Now, except for holidays like Christmas when they set up temporary stores or kiosks, it sounds like it's pretty much a web-based business only now. While walking through the mall, I see this Hickory Farms kiosk. It's located on the lower level at the escalators, near Joann fabrics & crafts, between JC Penney's and Macy's. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/hickory-farms-torrance-2?select=KrWYhOQc-vFGktGYCLtAhw https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/hickory-farms-torrance-2?select=dDTZmA3kC3Bx0-GxNYXklw They offer a variety of gift boxes & baskets with cheeses, beef or turkey summer sausage, salami, etc. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/hickory-farms-torrance-2?select=qS4_Dyu9frmCn5suuGoKiw https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/hickory-farms-torrance-2?select=SP5RhYuglVWBGhZbsJAiSQ The staff was friendly and helpful, though not so helpful that she would give be a bag without charging me for it, LOL. Like many things at Christmas, the costs add up quickly. I bought a few things and that checked off the last names on my shopping list, so we worked our way back to the car. Thanks Hickory Farms.

My daughter and I were doing some quick shopping and happened upon this year's Hickory Farms kiosk…read moreand man, were we excited. Totally put us in the holiday mood. The two very nice employees walked us through all the special deals and gave us samples so we could make an informed decision. The $20 box special works perfect. It allows you to have a little of everything. We bought two boxes filled with their delicious meats, cheeses and mustards. We also bought some tasty mints and some peppermint white chocolate covered pretzel pieces! I will definitely be returning with my husband for more goodies as the holidays draw nearer. Who doesn't love meat, cheese and candy? #Yum

Delicious empanadas. I was doing my usual walk break from studying and stumbled upon this cute…read moreshop. I tried their spicy beef and regular chicken empanadas. Super yummy! Would definitely treat myself to some again! They also sell Yerba Mate blends!

We've been coming here regularly now for some months--I'm addicted to the Yerba Mate tea bags they…read moresell here & my hubby really likes their empanadas... he's eaten all of them! Today we got pepperoni & spinach. We get them frozen & heat them up at home (in the oven) but you can also get them hot if you want to eat them right away. Staff is always friendly & chill, REAL laid-back vibes here. I usually park right in front in the loading zone, but some ppl park in the back lot. Most folks are in-n-out real quick with their empanadas so I've never had an issue with parking. I'm sure I'll be back, real soon :)

Pretty darn good…read more I got the hot pastrami and it was just how I was craving it. The sandwich was really well prepared and the ratio of the ingredients was perfect. Very delicious.

I discovered this deli a few months ago, so ordered a Monster sandwich with squaw bread. It was…read morehuge and delicious. The veggies in the sandwich were very fresh too. Service was fast and friendly. Plenty of parking in the back. I will be a regular customer now. Love this place. Lately, I've been ordering the hot pastrami sub, which is delicious. It is now my go-to takeout order. I always ask for everything on the sub, including jalapeños! It's awesome. I also just tried their cole slaw and it was great.

I've been here a few times. It's a butcher shop, a sandwich shop and a mini grocery store in one…read more I'm normally much of a sandwich person but I like this place. Their customer service is usually great and friendly. They are very respectful. I can't remember all the sandwiches I've tried but I usually go for the butchers special. It has 3 different meats. I think ham, turkey and roast beef. It's like the whole farm! It's simple but it's good. I never thought the bread made a difference, but I really like the bread they use here. It's simple, soft and easy to eat. Unlike some breakfast where it's a tug of war to tear off a bite. It's not fancy. There's no panini I press, no arugula, aioli or anything like that. It's simple sandwiches how they traditionally made them before we got extra will these fancy ingredients. Great for the picky eater. One of the best sandwich places in town. I'm definitely going back.

Stopped by South Shores Meat Shop and was really impressed. Great selection and solid prices,…read moreeverything looked fresh and well taken care of. Staff was helpful and easy to talk to, no rush or pressure. If you're looking for quality meat without overpaying, this spot is definitely worth checking out. I'll for sure be back.