Mashawi Grill — Restaurant in Torrance

Very good mediterranean quick bite. Very authentic, they even have the pickled turnips which many others seem not to even consider selling but anyways from the middle east knows is a staple side in the region. The meat is also fresh and juicy not dried and over cooked. The team is always friendly and helpful. I didn't go 5 stars because over the years they have gotten very restrictive on the pita bread and garlic sauce as they now charge $0.75 for extra of each. If ordering the combo plate with hummus as a side, you are clearly going to need more than 1 piece of pita to enjoy your meal. Back in the day, they would give extra upon request but not any longer. I really think this needs to...

⭐☆☆☆☆ False Advertising – Misleading Customers!

I called this restaurant because their Google listing clearly shows they offer Halal food. But to my surprise, when I called to confirm, they said their food is not Halal!

Why claim something you don’t actually offer? Just to attract more customers? That’s dishonest and extremely disappointing.

For many people, especially those who require Halal food for religious reasons, this is not just a preference—it’s a serious matter. Giving false information like this is misleading and shows a lack of respect for your customers.

You’ve completely lost my trust. I hope others read this and double-check before relying on...

I'd like to rate the food but, alas, I can only rate the service, or lack thereof...

I walked in at 8:36 pm. I was greeted and asked if it was 'here or to go?'. I was then told that they have a "rule" that they don't take 'here' orders after 830 because they need to clean up. I knew that was nonsense and even said I'm sure the owner wouldn't like that. The girl just said yeah, probably.

I overlooked it and was going to order anyway. Then she asks if I'm going to use cash or card because their "machine isn't working right now". I just shook my head, laughed, said 'ok' and walked out. It was obvious at that point they didn't want...