Torrance · Los Angeles County, CA

Things to do this weekend in Torrance

Scout analyzed 74 Torrance places and surfaced the ones that actually fit this weekend.

Places analyzed

74

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Scout-verified spots

Gaetano's Restaurant

Food & Drink

Gaetano's Restaurant

Gaetano's is a classic Italian restaurant suitable for a date night or family dinner. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Victor Park

Outdoors

Victor Park

Victor Park is suitable for a free, casual outdoor activity, especially for families with children or individuals looking for fitness. Plan for a 1-2 hour visit to enjoy the playground, sports facilities, or a picnic.

OutdoorsSportsWellness
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Del Cerro Park

Outdoors

Del Cerro Park

Del Cerro Park is a free outdoor spot for scenic views and light activity, ideal for a relaxed hour or two in the morning or afternoon. It pairs well with a picnic or a drive along the coast.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Scooter's Jungle of El Segundo

Family

Scooter's Jungle of El Segundo

Scooter's Jungle is suitable for a 2-3 hour family outing or a birthday party, offering inflatable play. Expect to spend $15-$30 per child for entry.

SportsAnimalsPlayful
$15–$30 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Seaside Lagoon

South Redondo

Seaside Lagoon

Seaside Lagoon is a seasonal outdoor swimming area with a sandy beach and play area, ideal for a 3-hour family outing. Expect to spend $5-20 per person for entry and snacks.

SportsOutdoorsAnimals
$5–$20 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking
Uptown Cheapskate Torrance

Shopping

Uptown Cheapskate Torrance

This is a good spot for a solo shopping trip or a casual outing with friends to browse secondhand designer clothes. Expect to spend about 45 minutes and between $20-$80 on a few items.

ShoppingRelaxedSocial
$20–$80 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
AdventurePlex

Sports & Recreation

AdventurePlex

AdventurePlex is suitable for a 2-3 hour family outing with younger children, offering active play for about $10-20 per child. It can be combined with a trip to a local park or casual lunch.

SportsOutdoorsPlayful
$10–$20 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Pinwheel Cafe & Bakery

Food & Drink

Pinwheel Cafe & Bakery

This cafe is good for a casual breakfast or lunch, possibly combined with nearby errands. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and $10-25 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Clutch and Coffee

Old Torrance

Clutch and Coffee

Clutch and Coffee is suitable for a casual breakfast or coffee stop, costing around $10-25 per person. It works well as a quick start to a weekend day or a solo work session.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Food & Drink

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is a good spot for a casual family meal or group outing. Expect standard pub fare and a wide selection of beers, typically costing $20-45 per person for a 90-minute visit.

FoodCocktailsSports
$20–$45 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Truxton's American Bistro

Walteria

Truxton's American Bistro

Truxton's American Bistro is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, offering American classics and cocktails. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and $25-$50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Abalone Cove Park

Outdoors

Abalone Cove Park

Abalone Cove Park is a scenic coastal park ideal for a several-hour outdoor adventure, offering trails, tide pools, and ocean views. It's a low-cost outing, with potential parking fees, and pairs well with a picnic.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Food & Drink

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Lazy Dog is a good spot for a casual meal with family or friends, often pairing well with shopping or a movie. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-50 per person on comfort food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsAnimals
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
North Italia Del Amo

Food & Drink

North Italia Del Amo

North Italia is suitable for a casual meal, a family dinner, or a relaxed date night. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Scardino's Italian Restaurant

Food & Drink

Scardino's Italian Restaurant

This family-owned Italian spot is good for a relaxed dinner outing, perhaps after a local activity. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$70 per person on Southern Italian fare.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Los Arboles "Rocketship" Park

Riviera

Los Arboles "Rocketship" Park

Visit Los Arboles Park for a free, active family outing in Torrance, spending an hour or two enjoying the unique rocketship playground and city views. It's a good standalone activity for young children or a relaxing stop on a weekend drive.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Din Tai Fung

Food & Drink

Din Tai Fung

This Taiwanese restaurant is excellent for a family meal or a casual date night, specializing in soup dumplings. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person for a satisfying meal.

FoodSocialRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Local Kitchen

Old Torrance

Local Kitchen

Local Kitchen is a good spot for a casual evening meal or drinks, especially if looking to catch a game. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-$60 per person on American fare and cocktails.

FoodCocktailsSports
$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Pelican Cove Park

Outdoors

Pelican Cove Park

Pelican Cove Park is good for a free, scenic outing with ocean views and a walk to the beach, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. It can be paired with other coastal drives or a picnic.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Stonefire Grill

Food & Drink

Stonefire Grill

Stonefire Grill is suitable for a casual family meal or a quick bite with friends. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for American comfort food.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Guenser Park

Northeast Torrance

Guenser Park

Guenser Park is good for a free family outing or solo stroll, ideal for enjoying the outdoors for an hour or two. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a stop on a longer walking route.

OutdoorsAnimalsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Depot Restaurant

Old Torrance

Depot Restaurant

Depot Restaurant is a good choice for a date night or special occasion dinner, offering elevated cuisine in about 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Entradero Park

West Torrance

Entradero Park

Entradero Park is a good spot for a casual family outing with a playground, sports fields, and picnic areas. Plan for 1-2 hours of free outdoor play or relaxation. It pairs well with a packed lunch or a nearby takeout meal.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Madre! Oaxacan Restaurant and Mezcaleria

Old Torrance

Madre! Oaxacan Restaurant and Mezcaleria

Madre! is a good spot for a dinner out, especially for creative Mexican cuisine and mezcal. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $35-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 74 analyzed Torrance places fit this weekend.
  • 35% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 70% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Quiet, Scenic, Upscale.

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