Pasta Stories
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Great pasta spot with high meat quality when you’re in Torrance, located inside Tokyo Central market. I love their Wagyu A5 meat, super tender and juicy. I would order delivery more from here for my lazy days.
I'm the kind of person who makes homemade pasta at home and thinks it's a waste of money to eat pasta out unless at a really high end place or here. Their pasta is amazing.
I saw another review about this place as an alternative to Pasta Unico and was offended because that place is absolute garbage, 1 star, compared to Pasta Stories.
Honestly I sometimes choose this Tokyo Central over other markets so I can tempt myself to eat here when buying groceries. I recommend...read full review
I saw another review about this place as an alternative to Pasta Unico and was offended because that place is absolute garbage, 1 star, compared to Pasta Stories.
Honestly I sometimes choose this Tokyo Central over other markets so I can tempt myself to eat here when buying groceries. I recommend...read full review
Hands down, the best pasta in the South Bay. The noodles were cooked to a perfect al dente with a satisfyingly chewy texture. The cream sauce was impeccable—it perfectly clung to every strand of pasta. My only slight critique is that as the mentaiko cooled, a bit of a briny aftertaste emerged, but that’s likely unavoidable given the nature of the ingredients. Overall, an outstanding dish.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 7:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 7:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 7:30PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 7:30PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 7:30PM |
Pasta Stories is a popular restaurant located inside the Tokyo Central food court on PCH and Crenshaw Blvd. The ordering process is simple and convenient, as customers place their orders at a kiosk and pay by credit card, without needing to interact with staff. After ordering, diners wait for their order number to be called, with typical wait times around 10 to 15 minutes. The menu features a variety of Japanese-style pasta dishes, all well prepared and served al dente.
Highlights include the Hiroshima with Salmon, which is flavorful with plenty of salmon, broccoli, and dried tomato, though it can be a bit spicy due to hot chili peppers. The Ehime 2 is praised for its seafood, including clams, prepared in a butter-type Wafu style. Other popular options are the Osaka Wagyu Beef Meat Sauce and the Hokkaido Cream Sauce with chicken, both described as balanced and delicious. Seafood spaghetti with shrimps, scallops, and clams is especially loved for its tasty, not salty sauce. Customers appreciate the generous portions, good flavor, and well-cooked noodles.
The restaurant offers both takeout and dine-in options, with tables, a water station, and accessible bathrooms available. Friendly staff are attentive to food allergies, and the overall experience is described as satisfying and worth repeat visits. Pasta Stories is a great choice for those craving Japanese-inspired pasta after shopping or during a casual meal.