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Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917, Carson, CA

Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

4.8
4.8
1307 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
The Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles is a cash-free establishment. Guests visiting Restaurant 917 or Speedster Café are welcome to use their AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa card.

Located on the second level of the Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles, with stunning views of the driver development track, Restaurant 917’s sleek and modern setting echoes Porsche’s world-class design aesthetic. The name and decor were inspired by the legendary 917 race car, which gave Porsche its first overall wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1970 and 1971.

Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917’s refined yet approachable seasonal menu is composed of ingredient-driven dishes that merge diverse flavors, inventive techniques and playful compositions. A unique fine-dining experience worthy of a special trip or serving as the perfect finish to an adrenalin-packed day, it is also an unforgettable venue for special celebrations and meetings.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 31 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 527-0917
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matt Lee
  • Catering
    917 Restaurant exclusive catering company. Please contact Jeff Smith for all catering inquiries at 770-290-7276, jeff.smith@cafebonappetit.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Our Le Mans Private Dining Room overlooks our driving track and includes a private balcony. Our full restaurant buyouts can accommodate groups up to 100 guests for receptions or seated events. Add a demonstration lap in a Porsche 911 GT3 or an hour in our sim lab to elevate your event!
  • Private party contact
    Jeff Smith: (770) 290-7276
  • Neighborhood
    Torrance / Carson
  • Cross street
    405 Freeway Exit Main Street
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking is available at Porsche Experience Center
  • Entertainment
    Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles offers a wide range of unforgettable driving courses. Driving enthusiasts can sign up for sessions with highly trained Porsche driving consultants, while new drivers can enroll in programs that teach technique for navigating today's challenging roadways. Each Porsche Driving Experience offers one-to-one instruction. We can tailor your 60 minutes to your exact requirements, whether you are looking to try out the four wheel drive system on the latest Porsche 911 or get a better understanding of car control in the Boxster on our unique low friction surfaces.The Porsche Driving Experience isn't just for adults - special programs for kids will ensure that even young enthusiasts get an early start in the art of automobile appreciation. Facilities, including track access, dining and conference spaces, will also be open to car clubs, corporate clients, and other special groups.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,307 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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1,307 Reviews
  1. JohnnyK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ruby our host was great , she was very pleasant and sweet. Thank you,

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  2. JimL

    Central Coast

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the best restaurant experiences I've had in recent memory. There are restaurants with great meals, great service, and great ambiance but seldom do you find one with all three. The appetizer was original without tasting weird. The main course, seafood and risotto, was fresh and cooked perfectly. The wait staff is friendly and attentive. I only wish 917 was closer than two hours from my home.

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  3. ttara

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional staff. Food was good but would love more options.

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  4. Jonathan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dropped in for lunch after a driving experience and couldn’t have been more impressed. The surroundings are upscale and comfortable. The service is friendly and the food is impeccable. Restaurant 917 is a treasure! I’d expect nothing less from Porsche.

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  5. Lexi

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time and will be booking another lunch in a few seconds. Delicious food and delightful service. A beautiful lunch with one of the best friends in the world.

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  6. DoingLunch

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch, fun view of the track. Salad was the size of an entree, and the entree (tortellini) was the size of an appetizer. Both were good, but the salad would have been enough. Pretzel breadsticks with 911-shaped butter pats were awesome!

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  7. Ludo

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great place to spend time after the porsche experience

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  8. Carter

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1000000/10 YOU HAVE TO EAT HERE!!!! One of the best restaurant experiences I’ve ever had, the service was so amazing!! Our waitress was so sweet and even brought out a complementary bite of cake to celebrate our honeymoon! I would recommend getting the burger, it will be one of the best burgers you’ve ever had, the chef does an amazing job. Thank you Porsche Experience for an exceptional experience!!!!

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  9. AustinB

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time at this center after seeing about restaurant 917 online and I come to find out it’s a whole amazing experience I drove all the way from Sacramento to find out about it completely worth it

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  10. STISELENA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great experience Ruby was our waitress, very polite and helpful! Definitely would come back!

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  11. Emma

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top tier, such a great concept and I really went in with the attitude that its about tje experience and not the food (especially cause I’ve myself been in the restaurant buisness for a long time) and yet my mind was still blown away - food, service and all met all expectations and then some. Cudos to you guys, that’s how to do it!

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  12. AFScott

    New Mexico

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was able to get in earlier than my reservation with a window table near the track. Geat choices of appies and mains, but I went with the octopus appie and an ice cream dessert instead. Great service too!

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  13. AugustineE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super class venue for a great luncheon experience. Our server Valentina knew her Porsches, too!!

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  14. Davel

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place but when you have a limited menu ( I believe only 5 entree choices) you really should have all items. My wife and I both wanted the duck confit and they were out ( at 2 pm). No other “meat” choice unless we opted for a burger. We pivoted to apps and drinks and went to an early dinner elsewhere. Positive note…hamachi appetizer was excellent.

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  15. VR46Fan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great combination of food, service and views of Porsches on the track! Staff was top notch from the modification of original reservation to the final bite of food.

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  16. ColleenP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great view. Couldn’t ask for a better lunch.

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  17. greggt

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my seventh time for lunch since 2017. THANKFULLY, the Spanish Octopus was the best I have ever had at 917. My guest, his first time at 917, also had the steak - he cut me a piece - it was superb. Each time in the past I had the steak - this time I thought it was better than ever. I had the burger and fries - my first time. Outstanding.

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  18. Love2eat

    Los Angeles

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and consistent delicious food as always. Chef Matt and his team are as precise as Porsche’s craftsmanship!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful Birthday celebration! Overall, an amazing experience.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Salmon and Steak are amazing French fries and desserts ca have a little more flavor.

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  21. ReneeS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere was great. The food was good. Service was a little slow, but that’s OK. We had a lot to watch on the track. It was a delightful day. Can’t wait to bring my 911 to the track next time.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Himachi crudo, scallops, and burger were fantastic

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  23. MitchelW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant with one of the most entertaining views in SoCal - the PECLA track, skid pads, and endless beautiful Porsches! Never a dull moment with that view! And food was delicious!

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  24. ArianM

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Hosted a business lunch at Restaurant 917 yesterday with my colleagues who were impressed with the unique atmosphere and excellent menu choices. Looking forward to returning soon.

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  25. MuratS

    Los Angeles

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was great and very attentive. The food was tasty !

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  26. BruceL

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    food isn't as good as it used to be. food isn't as good as it used to be.

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  27. GuiselaO

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will go back, staff was really friendly and helpful.

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  28. GeorgeL

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service awesome very nice staff. Can't wait to go back

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  29. BarryB

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed a lovely lunch with friends. Great atmosphere and service.

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  30. Albert

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Had reservations for 1:30, sat us at 1:45. No reason and was given the very last table against a wall while other tables available. Ordered and first course arrived quickly and was good. The main entree took an hour to get to us? WHY? Horrible service out of the kitchen. Not blaming the waiter but horrible, food not bad, but seriously the place was alsmot empty. NO REASON FOR THE SLOW SERVICE.

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  31. CAvisit4fun

    Kansas City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Menu is definitely not for a picky eater but overall great place to watch all of the cars. Service was excellent.

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  32. AlexW

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    more meat potato kind of guy and simple deserts .

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gina was really great and the food was delicious. So fun to watch people out on the track as we ate.

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  34. JonathanCGMBH

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it ! Really a hidden gem in Carson, perfect for a business or special occasion

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. The staff was super nice, and the food was FANTASTIC.

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  36. JeanetteB

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place. We enjoyed the food and cleanliness.

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  37. Streamliner

    Orange County

    99 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    99 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have dined at 917 on several occasions. It’s too bad that they designed it so noisy and would be great if they could take some measures to muffle the noise a bit. The food and service-as always—was perfect “Porsche Perfect.” The Snake River Farms Hangar Steak tastes better than any hanger steak has a right to! That said, we’d love to see a SRF NY Steak on the menu. One comment to management: We were truly amazed to see “wear & tear” in the restaurant. Our table was quite worn and in need of refinishing or replacement. There were marks on the painted walls. The restaurant interior needs to be “detailed.” Lastly, a simple Caesar Salad and a chicken dish would be welcome additions to your very limited lunch menu. We love 917!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They went above and beyond!! The atmosphere was amazing. The staff was friendly and courteous. The food was delicious!! Wonderful flavor and perfectly prepared. If you are into cars this is Heaven!

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  39. luv2eat

    Los Angeles

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious gourmet dining overlooking the race track. Great cocktails and fabulous choices on the menu.

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  40. RobertG

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our fourth visit to the Porsche Experience in Los Angeles. Being a Porsche owner it never gets old seeing the cars and listening to the sounds if the cars going around the track as well as viewing the cars in the showroom. The 917 restaurant is an added bonus as the food and service are top rate. If you are a burger fan, the 917 burger is really one of the best I’ve ever had.

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Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917 is rated 4.8 stars by 1307 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 31 times today
Google Map for Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

19800 South Main St, Carson, CA 90745

Additional information

  • Cross street
    405 Freeway Exit Main Street
  • Neighborhood
    Torrance / Carson
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking is available at Porsche Experience Center
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matt Lee
  • Entertainment
    Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles offers a wide range of unforgettable driving courses. Driving enthusiasts can sign up for sessions with highly trained Porsche driving consultants, while new drivers can enroll in programs that teach technique for navigating today's challenging roadways. Each Porsche Driving Experience offers one-to-one instruction. We can tailor your 60 minutes to your exact requirements, whether you are looking to try out the four wheel drive system on the latest Porsche 911 or get a better understanding of car control in the Boxster on our unique low friction surfaces.The Porsche Driving Experience isn't just for adults - special programs for kids will ensure that even young enthusiasts get an early start in the art of automobile appreciation. Facilities, including track access, dining and conference spaces, will also be open to car clubs, corporate clients, and other special groups.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (310) 527-0917
  • Catering
    917 Restaurant exclusive catering company. Please contact Jeff Smith for all catering inquiries at 770-290-7276, jeff.smith@cafebonappetit.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Our Le Mans Private Dining Room overlooks our driving track and includes a private balcony. Our full restaurant buyouts can accommodate groups up to 100 guests for receptions or seated events. Add a demonstration lap in a Porsche 911 GT3 or an hour in our sim lab to elevate your event!
  • Private party contact
    Jeff Smith: (770) 290-7276
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