South Bay Dining News: El Indio’s end, Buffalo Fire Department’s last call, Marsatta’s arrival, Craft Shack’s opening, Bite at the Beach, and more…
A Redondo Tradition Ends… The original El Indio lasted 65 years, the revamped El Indio Kitchen only six months. The renovated interior was much nicer, the idea of adding some modern and health-conscious items praiseworthy, but the execution of the new menu was inconsistent. During the time they were closed their clientele found other haunts, and given that there are six other Mexican restaurants on this stretch of Artesia they had plenty to choose from. For decades the original El Indio was the only place in the South Bay to get fresh tortillas, and though it was never my favorite Mexican restaurant it was a South Bay landmark. No word yet on what comes next… And The Same In Torrance… Buffalo Fire Department had a good run in Torrance’s Old Town, but chef-owner Michael Shafer has closed it after seven years in business. The restaurant had a lively atmosphere and live music and the neighborhood will be less lively now that it’s gone. Several local entrepreneurs are interested in the space, so it’s not likely to be empty for long… And A Triumphant Opening… After almost two years of remodeling, permit hassles, and other travails, Marsatta Chocolates is open at the corner of Del Amo…
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