Was here for a couple of private events hosted by the Elks Lodge members. Located in Gardena just a…read moreblock or so away from city hall on 162nd. They have easy parking in their own lot. On a couple of different occasions, my family and I were treated to awesome live music by this band, Mixed Generations and food. Last summer, my nephews and I enjoyed music, hot dogs, chips, churros, and sodas. This most recent occasion, the hubby and I had chips, guac, beef and chicken tacos. All made with love as everything was tasty. From the bar I chose to get a ginger ale. The facility is capable of holding small to large events depending on which room of the lodge. The lodge is clean. The stage and lounge area is decorated in Hawaiian decor. Lastly, the Elks members are kind. Just lovely people. 4 stars.

Fun place to play Bingo!! Great crowd not really crowded. People are very friendly.read more

I had the honor of putting together an anime event here this summer, and it was such an amazing…read moreday. Not only is the venue a beautiful place to be, but the energy of the staff and environment was so peaceful and positive. There is ample parking, so all my guests had a super easy time getting to our event. We had about 300 guests, and everyone fit comfortably inside. Most of our guests loved taking pictures outside on the patio--golden hour was truly breathtaking! The venue, community, and overall vibes made this an event to remember.

Stunning oceanfront event venue! The renovation of the Historic Library is beautiful and MBM…read moreHospitality offers quality catering on site.

Growing up in the South Bay, Torrance Cultural Arts Center became near and dear to my heart. When I…read morewas younger I took different classes dance classes here. I remember taking ballet as kid and modern dance as a teen. I also took a workout class when I was in college. I always appreciated the large and spacious dance studios where the classes were held. Now that I'm older I've also come to appreciate Torrance Cultural Arts Center as a venue. I've been to several different festivals here such as the Japanese Matsuri Festival and Lunar New Year festival. This spot is perfect for the community to get together and like how each festival is able to have many different booths. I also love how there is a stage area both outside and inside. I've also attended the Torrance Firefighters' Annual Spaghetti Dinner here. This is another great event at this spacious venue. Despite it being quite a popular dinner, there''s plenty of room for all to enjoy an evening out. Torrance Cultural Arts Center is great! Whether it be for classes or community events or festivals, this spot is perfect for small or large gatherings.

Terrible. The people here are so mean. I came here around 9pm and asked a simple question to a…read moreceramics class and the instructor was so mean and arrogant. DO NOT spend your money taking a ceramics class here.

Very nice then it was spacious. The staff was attentive and accommodating. The bar is a nice size…read more They have a full kitchen however we had food catered, but the staff served us. They had security guards and cleaning staff _ nice stage as well. Very dope venue.

UNPROFESSIONAL...DO NOT book here. Came on a Wednesday for a tour. Spoke with Clamency over the…read morephone since she wasn't there and the date I requested was AVAILABLE. She made an appointment with me for the next day, in which, she didn't show or call to let me know she wasn't coming. However, she confirmed the date I requested will be held for me since she didn't show up and that I can bring the money and sign the contract the following day. Again, I showed up, she was there but the gate was closed, I called twice she wouldn't answer but sent me a text telling me that date magically isn't available. She finally called back to tell me choose another day and she'll take off $100. I spoke to her trying to make sense of the situation and she hung up in my face. Wasted so much of my time. TERRIBLE BUSINESS CLAMENCY

I truly debated whether or not to leave this review because our wedding day itself still had some…read morebeautiful moments. However, after reflecting on the entire planning process, I feel future couples deserve transparency before making such a large investment. To start with the positives: the venue itself created a beautiful atmosphere for our wedding, Critic's Choice Catering was loved by our guests, and several setup details, including the welcome table and cake tables, were set up as planned. Many guests complimented the food throughout the evening. Unfortunately, the planning process behind the scenes was extremely stressful and, at times, disappointing due to repeated communication issues, inconsistencies, and preventable mistakes. From the beginning, Kaycie (the founder and coordinator) sold us on the venue by emphasizing that it was "all-inclusive" and offered things other venues did not. During our initial meetings, I specifically asked for an overall quote that included a dinner package so we could determine whether the venue fit within our budget. I trusted her expertise and guidance when she provided us with pricing, and because it fell within our budget, we decided to move forward. Several months later, we discovered that we had actually been quoted for an appetizer package rather than a dinner package. Kaycie stated that we had mentioned possibly bringing in our own catering company, but that was simply a question we asked while exploring options. It was never confirmed that we would be using outside catering. The difference in pricing was substantial, and we felt misled. When we raised our concerns, we were told that we should have noticed the pricing difference and asked more questions before submitting our deposit. As first-time wedding planners, we relied on the expertise we were paying for and expected accurate information from the start. Another concern involved what was actually included with the venue. During our tour, Kaycie proudly showed us a large book of linen options and explained that they offered far more choices than other venues we had visited. Later, we learned that glassware, china, silverware, tables, chairs, linens, and other essentials were not included as we had believed. As people who had never planned a wedding before, we did not know these items would need to be rented separately. We often felt like information presented in person did not align with information later provided through email. For larger weddings, I would strongly encourage couples to get every detail in writing and verify exactly what is and is not included. At one point, we were told, "We have no control over how you read and interpret our literature." As clients relying on the venue's expertise and documentation, that response felt dismissive rather than helpful. One of the biggest disappointments was the seating chart. Kaycie sent me another bride's seating chart as a template and instructed me to follow that format. I did exactly that and even asked her to review it beforehand to make sure everything looked correct. She confirmed it was fine. On the wedding day, however, families were split apart, couples were separated, parents were seated at different tables, and children were not seated with their families. We later learned that she had told some of our guests she could not fully read the chart. Had that concern been communicated beforehand, I would have gladly clarified it or come in myself to ensure it was set up correctly. Instead, one of the most important organizational pieces of the reception was mishandled despite us paying for coordination services and setup assistance. There was also a serious issue involving one of the bartenders, who we later learned was terminated. Multiple guests informed us that he refused to serve drinks unless they tipped him, despite the fact that we paid for bartending services and supplied all of the alcohol ourselves. Guests reported feeling pressured to tip, and one guest was even told, "I have rent to pay," before being asked to send money directly to him. Another guest was left in tears after an uncomfortable interaction. We were also told he attempted to charge for premium tequila shots using tequila that we had personally provided. Several guests commented that drinks were inconsistent and tasted different throughout the evening. I do want to recognize Brendon, the operations manager, who was kind, professional, and genuinely apologetic. He listened to our concerns, acknowledged that these issues should not have happened, and took accountability for the areas where they fell short. His response was the first time we truly felt heard during this process. I understand that no wedding is perfect and that unexpected issues can arise. However, communication, accountability, and professionalism are critical when couples are investing significant time, trust, and money into one of the most important days of their lives.

We are so grateful we found Urban Palms for our wedding. From booking to the food tasting and all…read morethe details in between, everything felt easy and stress-free. It was a huge bonus being able to have our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one place, which made the day so easy for us and our guests. A huge shoutout to their in-house caterer, Critics Choice Catering--they did not disappoint. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the appetizers and dinner, and there was more than enough food for everyone. We received so many compliments on the menu, and our guests left full and happy. A special thank you to Kaycie, who went above and beyond to make sure everything came together perfectly. We truly couldn't have asked for a better venue and team to help bring our wedding day to life. Highly recommend!

What better place to have a book club meeting than at a brewery?! Haha…read more My girls and I absolutely loved common place; such a vibe with such good music and energy! There's plenty of seating and I can imagine during this time (World Cup season) this place gets so packed and fun in the best way. The service was great. We had a lot of questions about the drinks. We were recommended a flight if we were unsure which you can customize; I definitely recommend this if it's your first time so you can try a little bit of everything. They had a vendor selling tacos, burritos and other Mexican style items which were absolutely delicious and with the drinks it was a perfect combo! I'm not sure if they change that side vendor or if they are a semi permanent partner with them, but I love that they offer small businesses an opportunity to sell their foods. I was told that they used to be located in a different area or accessing brewery was through another area so pay attention to signs, especially for their nearby parking. Although we had no issues finding this space! To end our fabulous book club meeting, we of course, had to take our festivities to the Photo Booth. Such a fun and cute little touch too and already cute place. I loved it and I hope I can catch one of the World Cup games here!

Hosted my grad party here awhile back. The woman I coordinated the party with was great and…read moreextremely responsive. Their price for renting a space was better than most in the South Bay which I appreciated and it came with the space, tables, and beer tokens. I do wish however that their drink menu had more options, as it's essentially only a few beers and that was it. They also let you cater your own food which I appreciated. However, the day of event was not great and we did not appreciate the hospitality of the main guy we worked with. The main guy was not kind or helpful and I would not chose to host here again because of him. Besides the tables for guests to sit on which were very dirty and not cleaned of previous food scraps, we only were provided a few tables to put our own food and items on. Considering it's a party rental space I would've expected there to be significantly more tables that we could use for our event. In addition, it was a hot summer day and they only provided us with a few umbrellas after we moved our event to the outdoor space to accommodate common space, leaving our guests hot and uncomfortable. He wasn't kind when we asked for additional tables/umbrellas and he also was extremely rude to me during the party which really bothered me. A couple of friends had given me wine bottles as gifts-a very normal gift to give. And they were clearly gifts and on the gift table, not intended to be drank or used. He aggressively came up to me and told me they can't be there, to which I explained I did not bring them and they are gifts and will be taken home with me and have no intention of opening. He proceeded to continuously tell me to remove them from the property even though I stated multiple times they were gifts and not to be drank. He was rude, unprofessional, and should have not chose to share this with me as I was in the middle of socializing with my guests and by no means wanted to "deal" with the few wine bottle gifts that weren't causing any issues. Overall, the brewery is cool and everybody else was great. But I would not choose to work with them again because of the lead man and encourage him to approach future events with a kinder heart and better professionalism as I imagine manyyy people will receive wine as gifts in the future and it is not right to harass them during their event if so.

Host kicked us out!…read more strict on time, not accommodating and got kicked out, and they don't comply be wary!

This is a great place to hold your events whether its a milestone birthday, quinceara, wedding or…read moreany event..swati was very perfessional & understanding & passionate about the customers needs & wants..the day of the event i was a bit stressed & overwhelmed but Joe & beto made things alot easier for me & beto was amazing he was there to help me with any help I needed whether it was setting up or moving tables or things that were a lil difficult for a lady to do..I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a venue for any type of event..thank u catalina room for making my event so memorable..

My sister celebrated her birthday at MEET ME IN THE DIRT, and honestly, I wasn't quite sure what to…read moreexpect when I arrived. As I walked in, I noticed that each room had a different name. Two that immediately stood out to me were "Worthy" and "Loved." Seeing those words instantly put my mind and heart at ease. And because I absolutely love plants, I couldn't help but notice that they were everywhere. At that moment, I knew I was in for something special. My heart was open, and I was ready for the journey ahead. Barbara spoke to the 20+ of us about healing, letting go of the past, and finding our way toward a healthier and more peaceful place. We also spent time meditating, reflecting, and simply being present. It was such a beautiful, heartfelt experience--one that I truly believe you will never forget. The words "MEET ME IN THE DIRT" meant something completely different to me before this experience. I was pleasantly surprised, deeply moved, and genuinely impressed by the entire experience. I'm so grateful I had the opportunity to be a part of it.

I treated myself and a group of women to have the horticulture "experience" here, It was so much…read moremore than I expected. The atmosphere in the space alone is awe-inspiring and tranquil. It's not your average retreat but a hidden gem, an enchanted garden, a place of deliverance and peace. Barbara definitely knows her stuff, not only was unlike any experience I ever had it was honoring, therapeutic and healing. The women are still praising me for sharing this treasure. If you're looking to get grounded in your truth I highly recommend this space. 5 stars is not enough.

I love this place! I usually get $60 for 75 tokens and every machine is 1 token. Thats such a good…read moredeal because the machines aren't rigged. If they are they are doing a good job letting people win most of the time. I think there were a few machines at time I had to try 8 times and gave up because I couldn't pick up the plushie. But usually one token I get one plushie. This place is absolutely addictive but I like it over other places because you can upgrade your plushies for bigger ones at the front desk. It's such a nice treat because if we have a bunch of little ones we don't want, and a big one we do like better, it's worth it. I leave with at least one big plushie that I exchange for 8 medium plushies, and a few more medium plushies. Total I take home each trip 1 big plushie, and 3-6 medium to little plushies. Other claw machine places I feel cheated because you either have to put a bunch of coins in to play once, or the plushies aren't easy to grab. This place is not only affordable, but you put one coin for each machine for one play. It's really fair and wants you to win. The cherry on top is the plushie upgrade exchange after you're done playing. I come here at least once a month because it's really fun

Drove all the way from Westminster by myself to check out multiple claw machines stores! Came…read moreacross this one and decided to play $20 and got lucky with 2 prizes :) owner and staff was friendly and nice !

We had such a fantastic day out at South Coast Botanic Garden in Palos Verdes! If you're looking…read morefor an easy, beautiful spot to spend quality outdoor time with family, this is definitely it. The grounds are gorgeous and filled with so many different flower species, and our granddaughter was thrilled spotting butterflies fluttering all over the garden. The main circle path makes getting around a breeze which is great whether you want a relaxed stroll, a light hike, or a ride on the tram. The highlights right now made the trip extra special. The giant Troll exhibit is incredible. Each troll character has its own unique pose and personality, and hunting them down felt like a mini treasure hunt for the little ones. On top of that, the seasonal pumpkin displays added a really festive, fun autumn touch. It was an absolute funday for both kids and grandparents. We enjoyed our visit so much that we signed up for an annual membership before leaving. Highly recommend bringing the family!

When I heard Thomas Dambo's trolls were here, I knew we had to set a day aside so I can see them…read morebefore the exhibit is over in October. Of course, it was ninety degrees when we visited, and I can't tolerate heat well, but nothing was going to stop me. To start off the day, I wanted to use the restroom before the long walk. As I am coming out of the stall, there was a gentleman using the urinal. I flew by him and out the door! I was so embarrassed. I have never done that in my life! Can I use the cancer card?!? JK! After that, we started searching for the hidden trolls. They give you a nice map, and you follow the sparkles. It is truly magical. I don't know what it is, but I turn into a little kid when I see them. Luckily, we hardly saw anyone, probably because of the heat. The trek back was rough for me. We saw Lexi the Ranger, and she let us hop on the golf cart and take us to the entrance. Thanks Lexi, you saved me! If you can't tolerate heat, I would wait till maybe the end of September maybe then it will have cooled off. There are twelve trolls hidden throughout the beautiful gardens. I highly recommend visiting. 8/30/26