Best of Carson, CA
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Carson, CA — mapped and organized by category.
About Carson
Carson is a city in the South Bay and Harbor regions of Los Angeles County, located 13 miles south of downtown Los Angeles. Incorporated on February 20, 1968, it is locally known for its plurality of Filipino-Americans and immigrants.
📣 What's going on in Carson
Nothing new in Carson this week — be the first to post something!
Banning Residence Museum
Located in Wilmington, the Banning Residence Museum is a historic Greek Revival-Victorian home built in 1863 by Phineas Banning. Operated by the City of Los Angeles since 1927, the site includes the house, barn, and gardens.
View details →The best of Carson
Best Hotels in Carson
11 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
-
Best Western Los Angeles World Port Hotel
Best Western Los Angeles World Port Hotel offers comfortable accommodations in the Harbor City area, providing easy access to local attractions and dining options.
-
Hampton Inn & Suites
The Hampton Inn & Suites is a hotel located in the Roosevelt neighborhood.
-
Rodeway Inn & Suites Pacific Coast Highway
Rodeway Inn & Suites Pacific Coast Highway is a hotel located in the Harbor City neighborhood.
-
Rodeway Inn Carson - Los Angeles South
Rodeway Inn Carson - Los Angeles South offers comfortable accommodations in the Keystone area.
-
Courtyard Los Angeles Torrance/Palos Verdes
Courtyard Los Angeles Torrance/Palos Verdes is a hotel located in the Ironsides area.
-
Torrance Inn LAX Airport Area
Torrance Inn LAX Airport Area is a hotel situated in the Ironsides neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in Carson
63 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
-
CoCo Ichibanya
CoCo Ichibanya is a restaurant located in the Ironsides neighborhood, serving curry and Japanese dishes.
-
Gushiya Sushi & Ramen
Gushiya Sushi & Ramen offers Japanese cuisine in the Ironsides neighborhood.
-
Kimbap Paradise
Kimbap Paradise serves Korean cuisine in the Ironsides neighborhood.
-
Monster Kimbap
Monster Kimbap is a Korean restaurant located in the Ironsides neighborhood.
-
Sushi Time
Sushi Time offers a selection of sushi dishes in the Ironsides neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Carson
3 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
-
GREENDOOR Powered by Intelligentsia
GREENDOOR Powered by Intelligentsia is a café located in the Keystone neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Carson
1 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
-
Banning Residence Museum
Located in Wilmington, the Banning Residence Museum is a historic Greek Revival-Victorian home built in 1863 by Phineas Banning. Operated by the City of Los Angeles since 1927, the site includes the house, barn, and gardens.
Best Shops in Carson
3 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Carson
18 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
-
Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park
Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park spans 231 acres and includes a golf course, a 45‑acre Machado Lake, and a freshwater bayou wetland.
-
Irene Lewis Park
Irene Lewis Park is located at 2137 250th Street, offering a green space for visitors to relax and enjoy outdoor activities.
-
Victoria Community Regional Park
Victoria Community Regional Park is a park located at East 192nd Street.
-
Banning Park
Banning Park is a public green space offering walking paths, playground equipment, and picnic areas for visitors to enjoy.
Nearby cities to explore
More guides within driving distance of Carson.
- Lomita, CA 79 places
- Torrance, CA 441 places
- Gardena, CA 21 places
- West Rancho Dominguez, CA 2 places
- Alondra Park, CA 188 places
- Lawndale, CA 3 places
- Compton, CA 85 places
- West Athens, CA 16 places