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Depot


3.5 of 5 stars 20 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Contemporary
  • 1250 Cabrillo Ave., Torrance, CA 90501
  • 310-787-7501

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5 of 5 stars
maggiesueb   2 contributions
Maryland
Oct 11, 2009

My spouse and I visited the Depot on October 7th, 2009. I had emailed Chef Shafer to see if he could put together a tasting menu for us. We had five courses, each one different from the other, and each one had a superb taste and presentation. We couldn't understand why there were so few other guests dining that night.... more

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3 of 5 stars
JoJoGulfCoast_FL   9 contributions
Gulf Coast, FL
Aug 25, 2009

I think the mac and cheese was fried! It was a heart attack on a plate. Went for lunch with my friend and was just not impressed. I had gone many years ago when they were relatively new and the food was just awesome then. I joked to the waiter that I wanted to marry the chef, it was so... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Oct 4, 2008

Love their mac and cheese! more

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1 of 5 stars
MMMMMonroe   1 contribution
Torrance
Mar 12, 2008

My co-worker and I made a reservation 3 weeks in advance; when we arrive there was no table available. We were given a cancelled reservation table setup for a birthday on the Patio. We asked if there were seating inside because it was a cold and wet day. We were seated and asked if the heater could be turned up.... more

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4 of 5 stars
PalosVerdesGal   3 contributions
Rancho Palos Verdes,Ca
Feb 28, 2008

We took our father to the Depot for his birthday. The host was friendly and the atmosphere was pleasant.. However when we got to our table that was a different story. The waitress looked pained and waiting on people definitely was not her forte. She was snotty and rude, especially when it came to her opening the wine I brought.... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jan 29, 2008

Great place if you would like a nice place where you can have some conversation (except at lunch time it can be quite loud). The dishes are creative and very delicious and prepared by a skilled chef who truly loves food. I am always tickled by the banana bread that comes to your table as you wait for your food. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jan 12, 2008

nice atmosphere, god service and good food. more

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2 of 5 stars
kmarte   28 contributions
Los Angeles, California
Dec 13, 2007

This is a restaurant that is close to corporations, and I think that the only reason it is still open. My team always goes for special business lunches. I have to attend. The food is bland. The service has never been that impressive, and the interior design has not been touched the 16years that they have been open. I cannot... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Dec 8, 2007

I go here for client lunches and I've always been pleased with the selection of dishes I've ordered. The menu is unique with a fusion of flavors and there's also a created menu that the chef creates daily that makes it even more original. more

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1 of 5 stars
Trojan90   2 contributions
Los Angeles, California
Sep 20, 2006
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I do seminars approximately once a week and chose this restaurant based on the reputation for good food and the space that could accomidate a group as large as I have. I found the Owner/Chef to be an arrogant [-]. He was very difficult to deal with and all but said that he viewed our attendees as his clients and... more

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Depot Address

1250 Cabrillo Ave., Torrance, CA 90501
Tel: 310-787-7501
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.