Welcome to Torrance
An All-American-City, with all the best of southern California
The city of Torrance, California, is in Los Angeles County and was incorporated in 1921. In 2011, Torrance was a finalist in the “All-American City Award.” It features a warm climate year-round, which means there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy its amazing beach or take in the historic charm of Old Torrance. It is part of the South Bay region, and it is a roughly 20-mile drive from Torrance to downtown Los Angeles.
Torrance features a healthy residential-to-business-district ratio, allowing for ease and access as well as comfort and quiet. There are plenty of single-family homes and some luxury condominiums as well. There are several parks around Torrance, as well as a beautiful natural preserve. Torrance is home to one of the largest malls in the country, as well as Torrance County Beach, which allows people the chance to enjoy the beautiful SoCal weather and water.
What to Love
Local Lifestyle
Residents of Torrance enjoy spacious neighborhoods while still maintaining proximity to the goings-on around Los Angeles. Access to the nightlife is important for the young professionals and many others in Torrance. The dominant quality of life in Torrance is the relaxed, quiet, and comfortable setting. Torrence is full of great food and has a local farmers’ market as well as an antique fair. Locals enjoy active lifestyles full of water sports, community activities, and some of the best shopping around.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Torrance has you covered if you are looking for an incredible shopping experience. The historic downtown area of Old Torrance is pedestrian-friendly and features excellent places to shop and eat. For example, Manpuku Tokyo BBQ Dining features such delicious Japanese food that “Manpuku” actually means “to be happy with a full stomach.” Now that's a motto, or a name, rather!
The Local Kitchen is an American-style restaurant with something for just about everyone. It has seafood, burgers, and more. It’s also got some tantalizing desserts to boot. The family-owned Scardino’s Italian Restaurant serves award-winning pizza that comes in wide varieties with hand-made dough. They also serve other Italian dishes, which they prepare daily from scratch with many ingredients they import directly from Italy. Authentic Hawaiian food is served fresh at Ali’i Fish Company. They feature freshly caught fish that is sustainably sourced.
Din Tai Fung is another incredible dining choice, where you can enjoy dishes like soy noodle salad, cod dumplings, spicy chicken wontons, and black pepper beef tenderloin. If it’s exquisite Italian food you’re after, look no further than Gaetano's Restaurant, where menu specialties include honey-grilled salmon salad, meatball sandwiches, chicken parmigiana, and shrimp pasta. Urban Plates is another top option for an array of fantastic dishes, from the ahi tuna plate to garden meatloaf. For Southern-inspired foods, head to Lucille’s Smokehouse to enjoy the menu of bbq chicken salad, baby back ribs, Texas-style beef brisket, and much more.
Jaunts Boutique has a blend of clothes, shoes, accessories, and more for women's fashion. This woman-owned business opened in 2016 and emphasizes sophisticated and wearable clothing in unique and sassy trends.
The Del Amo Fashion Center has many options for shopping and food. It is a world-class shopping experience. It contains over 250 stores in three stories and is one of the largest malls in the United States. There are even escape rooms courtesy of Back In Time Escape Rooms. At this mall, you’ll also find a movie theater with all the latest releases.
Things to Do
Want to escape the regular day-to-day speed and get back to nature? Slow down at The Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center. Home to wildlife, this marsh and educational center can help get you grounded. It also provides volunteering opportunities.
Want to escape the regular day-to-day speed and get back to nature? Slow down at The Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center. Home to wildlife, this marsh and educational center can help get you grounded. It also provides volunteering opportunities.
If you’re in the holiday spirit, take a walk or drive through Torrance’s Seaside Holiday Lights celebration at the Seaside Rancho neighborhood. Also known as “Candy Cane Lane,” this beautiful neighborhood transforms into a sight to behold during the winter season. This event is fun for the whole family with its cheerful decor, glittering light displays, and festive music.
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