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    Local Kitchen

    4.4 (1.5k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Happy hour specials

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    Tecoyia S.

    Dining While Black Food/Service: This place is GOOD and the portions are big enough for you to have leftovers for a day or two. It was worth the money too! Diversity score 1-5: Great spot and It appealed to everyone! Also had some really good looking employees. It wasn't hard to sell us on food and drinks. Environment: Very upbeat, excitedly decorated, wonderful placement of tables indoors and outdoors. I can only imagine how fun it is at night! Go again score 1-5: 5! Definitely would go again!

    Sea Bass with a piece of parchment on the left side on top
    Alex C.

    Today I had lunch at the Local Kitchen. I wanted to try something new so I ordered the SeaBass with arugula salad and mashed potatoes. Much to my chagrin, I found a foreign object in my food. It looked like a piece of plastic under the batter on the fish. I immediately reported this issue to my server and she took the plate and contaminant back to the kitchen. She advised me that it was parchment paper that was used to separate fillets and that the chef had poor eyesight. They made me a second dish sans parchment paper. Although the fish was quite tasty, I found myself with some doubts about the food quality here. Don't get me wrong, the service is quite friendly and accommodating, but I've had some issues with the food here. I really want to support local businesses but not at the risk of my health.

    Sea Bass, Philly Cheesesteak
    Jenny K.

    Ordered Local Kitchen for take out. We got their Philly cheesesteak and Tuscan sea bass with an extra order of fries because you can never have enough fries right? Visually it looked so good so we were excited to have them. Overall the foods tasted decent. The fish plate was a bit in the oilier side. The sandwich, the meat was not as tender as we liked. Fries were a bit disappointing because they were very oily tasting. As if they used old oil or as if the fries were sitting out for a long time. We were really hoping to like this place but maybe we caught them on an off day? Or maybe it's better to dine in there instead of doing take out

    Jennifer B.

    Hubbers, GodNiece and Indexided to walk off a fantabulous dinner nearby and decided to make a stop somewhere for a night cap. Hubbers suggested this place. What impressed me about this place? They're about 20 minutes away from last call, prolly less than an hour from closure and yet they were still packed! So it's safe to say they're popular! We got lucky and found seating in the bar area right next to the windows. Staff knew there was a cool breeze coming in and we were probably transparent about looking cold, so they took it upon themselves to close them. We each ordered a drink, watched the live Dodger game, heard the "last call" announcement. We didn't feel rushed at all, though, and our server was so nice and welcoming. Oh. Our drinks were great, by the way. I intend to find out why they're popular. Will do a dine-in run next time.

    Charleston Chicken
    Christina P.

    The ambiance is pretty casual and the service is good, but the food isn't anything to rave about. The brussels sprouts tasted good though were soggy/drenched in the oily sauce. The calamari was average. The meatloaf tower was kind of odd-- I guess I'd prefer a thicker slice of meatloaf than a thin slice over soggy bread. The chicken was the best thing we ordered but still nothing special. I think I'd try different items on the menu next time or just stick to having a drink.

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    Leigh M.

    Had breakfast for the first time here today and I have to say, I really liked it. I had the breakfast combo and my guy had the steak and eggs. Delicious! Service was good and I loved sitting outside on the sidewalk seating. Great people watching in Old Torrance. I would definitely come back for breakfast or lunch.

    Grilled flatiron steak and eggs from the breakfast menu.
    Charo C.

    Was out for a late lunch hunt today and found this place on Yelp. Located in downtown Torrance, this place seemed to be a favorite of locals. The Torrance Antique Street Faire was being held so street parking was a little tricky but there is public parking located on one of the buildings nearby. The place was pretty packed considering it was close to 2pm. Wait time we were given was 55 minutes but took only about 30, which is great. The staff were friendly and seemed to know the frequent patrons. Or server Laura was nice and gave us recommendations. The menu list was long and so we took her advise - to go with our first choice coz everything is really good you can't go wrong. She was 100% right. We enjoyed everything we ordered. The price was right for the generous servings that they serve. Loved the decor inside as well. We'll be back for sure!

    Bacon Double Cheeseburger with tater tots
    Travis W.

    The fine folks at Local Kitchen offer great service in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, along with plenty of delicious appetizers and entrees. I enjoyed my order of the Smokehouse BBQ Wings and Bacon Double Cheeseburger. The tater tots were hot and crunchy. I washed this all down with a 22 of Smog City Sabre-Toothed Squirrel. It was a wonderful evening. I'm looking forward to coming back.

    Ballast point sculpin iPa tasted a little flat
    John H.

    Came here with a friend, because he wanted happy hour. When I first walked in and passed by the waiting counter; no one noticed there i was passing by. I had a sculpin iPa but the beer tasted flat. I dont know, if the keg was old or they just didn't clean the beer lines. Once, I sat down at the bar; it took the bar tender few minutes to help me. If you want good cheap drinks during happy hour then this is the place. Service: could be better Drinks: 4/10 Ambiance: 5/10

    Rigatoni Bolognese
    Isabelle P.

    I came here with a group of 9 on a Wednesday night. We were seated pretty quickly. There's plenty of free street parking in the area, at least on a weekday night. Thank you to our waitress for dealing with our large and kind of loud group all night. I didn't catch her name but she was amazing and held down the fort. I personally got the rigatoni bolognese (I took the photo after I took a few bites) and it was delicious. I felt like I ate a lot but it looked like I barely made a dent. We also ordered a bunch of starters Warning, all the portions are HUGE. We ordered about 4 starters and were in shock when the plates came out. Great place and will definitely return

    Bar area
    Patrick S.

    We had another awesome dinner here. Food was super yummy, as always. Great service, as always. Love the food options, and drinks, they always have cool music playing, and all the tvs have the games going, so cool. One of our favorite local eats.

    Tony Y.

    Local kitchen has such a homey feel to it. I like it! if there's one item i recommend, it's the load tots. funny thing, it was actually recommended to me by some colleagues. the portion itself is massive and could feed 3-4 people as an appetizer. my patty melt was pretty good too! the parmesan crust was a nice touch, but a bit heavy. I would share this the next time I order it. Parking can be found on the streets.

    Philly Cheesesteak sandwich with garden house salad.
    Cassie D.

    My husband and I went here for a lunch date and to catch the Rams vs. Seahawks game, and we had such a wonderful experience. We prefer the bar area as sometimes we like to stand while watching the game. I was craving a blueberry martini, and our waitress, Melissa, was incredibly sweet--she offered to ask the bartender if they could make one for me, and it turned out perfect. So delicious and exactly what I wanted! For lunch, we had the chips and guacamole.. my husband ordered the Philly cheesesteak sandwich with a house garden salad, and wow--the salad was surprisingly amazing. I went with the Union Club sandwich and fries, and everything was so tasty and the portions were huge. We both ended up taking leftovers home. We also shared the pound cake for dessert, and it was massive, super moist, and absolutely delicious. We ordered another to go for our daughter to try. Lol it was such a great treat to end the meal. This spot is perfect for watching the game, grabbing lunch, dates or enjoying a casual family meal. And I have to mention the music--loved it! They played a fun mix of R&B, 90s hits, and even a few oldies. We're already planning to come back next week, lol!

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    Delicious food and cute restaurant! The staff is so helpful and the servings are amazing! Will definitely be returning

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    One of our go to spots! Meatloaf tower is our fav. Staff is super friendly. If you go for breakfast get the avocado toast, so good!

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    Is this a Nice enough place for a Women's birthdays?

    It's a cozy place for locals. If you're looking for a turn up. This isn't it. If you just want a nice lunch/dinner with friends. This is a good place to go. The menu is more home cooked type meals.

    Are opened Christmas Day?

    No they are not

    Vegan options for one of our party?

    Does anybody now how to redeem reward points?

    just give it to your server and they will use it as credit. I recently used mine and it was super easy

    Do you have outdoor seating?

    They no longer have outdoor dining

    Are dogs allowed?

    outside

    What are the vegan options? I don't see anything obvious on the menu.

    Do they have happy hour? If yes what days and times!?

    As of two weeks ago, they were not offering happy hour yet.

    Do we need to make reservations?

    Get there early and there should be no problem. We sat inside last time. No reservations.

    Do they allow takeout at Happy Hour prices?

    Yes they have take out available during the entirety of operation

    Do they allow dogs in outdoor seating area?

    Yes they do! They bring water too!!! Great service and the owner is super! Have fun!

    Are the busy enough to require a reservation for 2 on a Saturday night?

    I've never had a problem getting a seat any time of the day.

    Does it get busy and difficult to get a table for a large group on a weeknight?

    I have called ahead in the past to see what the wait is like. Sometimes they have held a table for me when I have told them that I am on my way. Earlier in the night I'd also a lot easier.

    If I had a large group of 12 for weekday lunch would they take reservation?

    I'm not sure sorry

    Is there a happy hour?

    Yes, and it gets very crowded.

    Are there non salty options?

    their water is actually not so salty

    What time is Happy Hour?

    4-6 everyday

    How many wings come per order?

    I wanna say seven but I could be wrong, they're delicious though. Definitely recommend them!

    Gluten free options?

    Yes

    Open on Labor Day?

    I went there on Labor Day and they were CLOSED! Bummer!!

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    3.9
    (684 reviews)
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    When the craving hits, it's always tacos!…read more I stopped by Tacos El Goloso on PCH and ordered a mix of street tacos (carnitas and al pastor) along with the tacos dorados de birria. I've been here before, and the birria tacos were exactly what I needed for a late-night craving. Crispy on the outside with a good amount of filling and strong flavor - they really hit the spot. I ended up having four of them. The consomé on the side was really good too - rich and flavorful, almost something I could've just had on its own. The street tacos were solid. The carnitas had that tender, slightly crisp texture, and the al pastor added a bit more seasoning and contrast. Nothing overcomplicated, just straightforward and satisfying. Service was friendly, and the setup is quick and casual. In the South Bay where places tend to close early, it was nice that they were open until around 10pm. Overall, this is a no-frills taco spot where the focus is on the food. Easy choice when you're in the mood for tacos.

    Food: great. We normally get the consomme, quesadilla, taquitos, or veggie burrito, sometimes the…read morepotato tacos with cucumber agua fresca. Today we got consomme, chips, and cucumber agua fresca. But the drink tasted a little on the stale side as if it's been there for days and not replenished daily. Not sure what happened. Usually it's on point but somebody dropped the ball. So taste the agua fresca before you walk away to make sure it's freshly made (fyi). Otherwise, food is great and consistent. Service: sometimes it's good sometimes not just depends on the day I guess. Ambiance: busy, always busy so maybe call or order online if you don't want to wait.

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    Birria Tacos Dorados De Birria
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    4.6
    (570 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    Love the birria tacos, quesadillas, and agua fresca!! Fast and friendly service. Parking can be a…read morelittle difficult because it's a small parking lot, shared with 7/11.

    This review is about Tacos El Goloso, located at 1605 Pacific Coast Hwy, Harbor City, CA…read more My daughter is an EMT. While on duty, she stopped at this location and placed an order. Before her food was ready, she received an emergency call and had to leave immediately. That's the reality of being a first responder--when a call comes in, you leave immediately, no time to wait for your meal. Before leaving, she politely asked the cashier to cancel the order and refund her card. Instead of showing understanding or offering assistance, the cashier was dismissive and unhelpful. After completing the call, my daughter contacted the restaurant, apologized for the inconvenience, and again requested a refund. She was initially told that the receipt had been thrown away. Later, the receipt was apparently found, but she was then informed that if she wanted a refund--or even the food she had paid for--she would have to return to the location in person. The problem is that she lives more than an hour away and was only in the area because she was working. I called the following day in an attempt to resolve the issue. Unfortunately, I was met with the same attitude. The employee refused to provide her name, refused to provide a manager's name, and refused to provide any contact information for someone who could address the complaint. To be clear, this is not about the cost of a meal. Had the employee been courteous, professional, or even remotely helpful, we likely would have let the matter go. Emergencies happen. Schedules change. We understand that. What prompted this review was not the lost food or the refund itself--it was the employee's rude attitude, lack of professionalism, and complete unwillingness to help resolve a simple customer service issue. I will also acknowledge that by the end of my phone call, I became frustrated and was not as polite as I should have been. I regret that. However, that frustration came only after repeated attempts to handle the situation respectfully and being met with rudeness and resistance at every turn. A business can recover from a mistake. What it cannot afford is employees who treat customers with contempt and then refuse to provide any way to contact management when a legitimate concern is raised. Management should be aware that this employee's behavior reflects poorly on the entire business. If this is how customers are treated when they encounter an unexpected emergency, then potential customers deserve to know before choosing to spend their money here.

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    5.2 mi
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    Not much to say here but just excellent tacos. I've tried a number of different ones and all are…read morereally great. My wife is a vegetarian and she just loves their veggie options. The tacos are on the smaller side so it does take 3-4 tacos for a meal (if no sides) but that is a good thing in that you get to taste all the different options! Will be back for sure - our fav taco place now.

    I rarely eat breakfast out, but this past weekend I was walking by on a Saturday morning and…read morethought a breakfast burrito might be the move. I stopped in to Guisados and ordered the Chuleta con Chile Verde - pork chop in chile verde with crema, diced tomatoes, onions, and jalapeño over scrambled eggs. My wife ordered the Mexicana - diced tomato, onions, and jalapeño scrambled with eggs and topped with salsa and queso amarillo. We took them to go since we were almost back to the car. By the time I got home, I was pretty hungry. When I opened the bag, I found what were essentially kid sized burritos. Even my wife immediately commented on how small they were. Definitely one of the smallest burritos I have ever had. The flavor was good, actually very good, and the sauce was solid. Unfortunately that was also portioned light, with the container only about half full. No chips with the burritos, and they were $10.50 each, which was higher than the listed online price. Bottom line, the taste delivers but the portion does not. Barely three stars

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    Interior of the restaurant. There is also outdoor seating.
    Interior of the restaurant. There is also outdoor seating.
    Steak Picado + Chorizo + Tinga de Pollo
    Steak Picado + Chorizo + Tinga de Pollo
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    Been to Tigres Fuego a couple dozen times now, and will keep coming back!…read moreAbsolutely deee-licious fish tacos!! I have also tried their carne asada (which is served with the unusual addition of a small amount of pinto beans) and they too are great. Had the Al Pastor, the the turkey carnitas, and the jerk chicken - all top notch. Super friendly service, solid staff working the plancha, and a low-key neighborhood vibe. Make sure to try their home made pineapple agua fresca too. This is the kinda taqueria you want on your radar to try. Thank you for keeping it simple, and doing things right.

    Tigres Fuego is sister restaurant to Baran's 2239 and known for their breakfast burritos. I hear…read morethe burritos and tacos on their regular menu are also really good; however, it was the breakfast burritos that popped up on my social media. I ended up getting a chorizo breakfast burrito for $14.50. The burrito is good. The flour tortilla is quality and tastes as if they're made in house. There is a good amount of chorizo and egg; however, for my preferences, it was light on the crispy hash browns and mine was pretty heavy on the melty cheese. Their red salsa is really flavorful, however, and that amplifies the flavors. I definitely would come back if I were in the area, in order to try their tacos, burritos, and ceviches. I hear good things about their fish tacos! Overall, I'm glad that I stopped by when I was in the area.

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    Blue Burro Burritos & Cantina

    4.1
    (369 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    I was in the area doing errands but got really hungry. This place was in the complex I was shopping…read morein so I popped on over based on the recommendation from the employee helping me at a store near by. I have been seeing them on my feed but for some reason haven't stopped in yet. As a solo diner I felt pleasantly welcomed as I walked it. The sweet gal behind the counter was very friendly and engaging when I asked her questions seeing it was my first time here. I chose the two taco combo, carne asada was my meat of choice. The two other options were shrimp and chicken. The combo comes with chips and a drink along with my choice of salsa. I have to tell you I was pretty impressed with my tacos. They were loaded with meat; which was really tasty. They had cilantro and onion and avocado. The chips were fresh and also very good. I liked the salsa as well. The two gals working the counter and who brought my food were so sweet. She even came back to ask if I needed anything and gave me extra salsa. They have numerous TVs (got to catch some of the Dodger game. ) in there and they do so alcohol as well. I will definitely be back. This was a very nice solo lunch experience..

    I ordered through the kiosk because there was a line, but the experience went downhill from there…read more Three customers who ordered after me received their food before I did. After waiting about 10 minutes, I went to the counter, and it took even longer before an employee asked for my name. It turned out my order had been sitting there for over 20 minutes while takeout orders were being prioritized. When they finally handed me my food, it was still in a bag even though my order was for dine-in, and I had to remind them to give me my drinks. They also forgot to include salsa for the chips. What really frustrated me was being told that next time I should just go to the counter after ordering at the kiosk. As a first-time customer, how was I supposed to know that? If the kiosk orders aren't being monitored, that's something the restaurant should address--not something customers should have to figure out on their own. After this experience, there won't be a next time.

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    Rolled tacos.
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