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Gaetano’s Restaurant is a family owned operation since 1993 that has been voted South Bay’s Best Italian Restaurant by the Daily Breeze. Gaetano’s emphasizes quality food and pleasant service in a comfortable environment. Known for classic Italian dishes like Grandma Dot’s Spaghetti & Meatballs, Lasagna, the freshest main dishes, homemade desserts and handcrafted cocktails. Gaetano’s has a welcoming patio, indoor dining room and bar and is the perfect place to bring the whole family, go on a date night, or celebrate a loved one.
Family-owned spot since 1999 for classic Italian fare & wine flights in romantic digs or on a patio.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2731 Pacific Coast Hwy, Torrance, CA 90505
Phone: (310) 326-3354
Website: http://www.gaetanos.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
Swoon Lashes, Cosmetic Tattoo, Facial
Beautiful Italian restaurant located at Crenshaw and PCH that is always very busy due to their great food and lovely ambiance. Even outside the landscaping and decor are very inviting with grape vines and heated waiting areas.. the interior or large patio area are both very nice but not overly formal.. a nice balance of comfort but very sleek and happening. Locals enjoy sports at he bar and this is clearly a neighborhood favorite as the staff knows the guests like members of the family. Out server Amanda gave us some great recommendations and the service was top notch. The food was even better than expected.. starting with meatball app these were hearty, flavorful, and the texture was perfect. The pesto crusted halibut had great flavor and was served with delish past and green beans.. this dish looked as amazing as it tasted. The homemade pasta with short rib is a must try.. the rich short rib falling apart in a zesty light tomato sauce was really an outstanding dish. The pizza and desserts looked incredible coming out of the kitchen. Everything from decor, great service, and amazing food was on point at Gaetano’s Restaurant.. a great place for a special occasion or a casual night out and highly recommended for the food!
… moreLa Sharn Johnson
High Quality ingredients. Delicious salmon. Perfect asparagus! The pasta was al dented. The white sauce was not the best I’ve had but it was tasty and held when microwaved! All and all a delicious meal!
… moreDave Hill
Sunday night and the place was very busy — a positive sign!
FOOD: For an Italian restaurant there was a variety of flavors and sauces. And everything was (a) quite good, and (b) served in significantly large portions. The Italian pizza was overflowing with toppings, the butternut squash ravioli were rich and flavorful, and the lasagna came out in a brick-sized (delicious) portion.
Even the the complementary bread tasted fresh-baked and served with an herbed olive oil. Yum!
Indeed, the biggest regret of our visit is that we were returning from out of town the next day, so there was no way to take home the large amount of leftovers.
SERVICE: Even with a reservation, it took a while to be seated (we asked for an indoor table, but enough people asked for outdoor ones while we were there to make me think the heating out there would be quite adequate). Once seated, our waiter was pleasant and helpful, didn’t push, but made sure our needs were voiced and met.
AMBIANCE: For all the Family Business vibe, the place felt a bit like it had all been recently redecorated. But everything was clean and in good shape. Overall noise level was a bit loud.
NET-NET: A definite neighborhood gem, and more than worth our visit. Thanks to Yelp for the recommendation, and I’m flagging this place for a return visit should we be back in town any time soon.
… moreFOOD: For an Italian restaurant there was a variety of flavors and sauces. And everything was (a) quite good, and (b) served in significantly large portions. The Italian pizza was overflowing with toppings, the butternut squash ravioli were rich and flavorful, and the lasagna came out in a brick-sized (delicious) portion.
Even the the complementary bread tasted fresh-baked and served with an herbed olive oil. Yum!
Indeed, the biggest regret of our visit is that we were returning from out of town the next day, so there was no way to take home the large amount of leftovers.
SERVICE: Even with a reservation, it took a while to be seated (we asked for an indoor table, but enough people asked for outdoor ones while we were there to make me think the heating out there would be quite adequate). Once seated, our waiter was pleasant and helpful, didn’t push, but made sure our needs were voiced and met.
AMBIANCE: For all the Family Business vibe, the place felt a bit like it had all been recently redecorated. But everything was clean and in good shape. Overall noise level was a bit loud.
NET-NET: A definite neighborhood gem, and more than worth our visit. Thanks to Yelp for the recommendation, and I’m flagging this place for a return visit should we be back in town any time soon.
Garry Kepes
It was a great meeting place to see great friends. I was delightfully surprised to be invited to eat here. The parking was fine. The food and service were great. The lunchtime meals were well designed for variety and were all well-apportioned. It tasted and looked all fresh. From the warm bread and olive oil starter to each salad, pasta, sandwich, etc. If I lived in this area, it would be a staple place to eat. Otherwise, make it treat and head on over, You’ll enjoy it!
… moreTony Fu
One of our go-to Italian spots! This restaurant offers comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, making it a great choice for any occasion.
We made a reservation and were seated promptly, despite it being a busy spot. The service was top-notch – friendly, courteous, and attentive. Food arrived quickly, and the dishes were delicious as always.
The fried calamari is a must-try! Although my Mediterranean Shrimp was a tad too salty, the staff promptly accommodated my request for a remake and even offered a soup while I waited.
Overall, a joyful dining experience!
… moreWe made a reservation and were seated promptly, despite it being a busy spot. The service was top-notch – friendly, courteous, and attentive. Food arrived quickly, and the dishes were delicious as always.
The fried calamari is a must-try! Although my Mediterranean Shrimp was a tad too salty, the staff promptly accommodated my request for a remake and even offered a soup while I waited.
Overall, a joyful dining experience!
Caleb Brown
Make a reservation ahead of time because Gaetano’s is absolutely worth it. Huge portions of incredible food.
… moreAr Kai
Gaetano’s Restaurant is one of the best Italian spots in the area and my go to neighborhood Italian place. It’s perfect for a date night or a get together with friends. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with a simple yet elegant table setting. The service is top notch, and the staff gives great menu recommendations. The dishes are absolutely delicious, made with fresh ingredients, and full of flavor.
Quick tips: They can accommodate parties of up to 25 people.
Plenty of parking is available in the plaza. Reservations are recommended, as it gets packed during dinner. This place has been a local favorite for nearly 19 years as of 2025!
… moreQuick tips: They can accommodate parties of up to 25 people.
Plenty of parking is available in the plaza. Reservations are recommended, as it gets packed during dinner. This place has been a local favorite for nearly 19 years as of 2025!
Syth
Very nice food. The appetizers were delicious! The waiter came check on us a bit irregularly that’s the only thing I would negatively remark.
… moreRebecca RTS
Great little spot! The food is always delicious and the outside sitting area is so cute. Service is great, it gets busy but they still keep tabs on all tables! Great catering too!
… morebluesuit5 TMCORP
This was our second time dining at Gaetano’s.
The staff always greeted us warmly and we were quickly seated each time.
Appetizer: We ordered calamari. The calamari was served hot and was perfectly cooked very delicious with tarter sauce or cocktail sauce.
Main Course: We ordered the Chilean sea bass. The sea bass was absolutely cooked to perfection. It had a nice crispy crust, the texture of the fish was perfectly seasoned and moist. The fish was served on a bed of vegetables which made a perfect combination.
The second ordered item was a rich blend of tagliatelle pasta with braised short rib meat in a very tasty tomato pasta sauce. The braised rib meat was very tender and tasty. This meal was very well balanced, The portion was large.
Dessert: For dessert we Tiramisu and a Cappuccino. The tiramisu was full of flavor every bite was a pleasure on the palate The cappuccino was bold and full of flavor.
Overall we love this gem of a Italian Restaurant.
This was our second time here, it won’t be our last.
… moreThe staff always greeted us warmly and we were quickly seated each time.
Appetizer: We ordered calamari. The calamari was served hot and was perfectly cooked very delicious with tarter sauce or cocktail sauce.
Main Course: We ordered the Chilean sea bass. The sea bass was absolutely cooked to perfection. It had a nice crispy crust, the texture of the fish was perfectly seasoned and moist. The fish was served on a bed of vegetables which made a perfect combination.
The second ordered item was a rich blend of tagliatelle pasta with braised short rib meat in a very tasty tomato pasta sauce. The braised rib meat was very tender and tasty. This meal was very well balanced, The portion was large.
Dessert: For dessert we Tiramisu and a Cappuccino. The tiramisu was full of flavor every bite was a pleasure on the palate The cappuccino was bold and full of flavor.
Overall we love this gem of a Italian Restaurant.
This was our second time here, it won’t be our last.