Being one of the most popular beaches in the world, Hermosa Beach is home to some of the best shops, businesses and restaurants in the South Bay. If you're looking for tasty Italian food and drink head to the lively Buona Vita Trattoria in Pier Avenue for a relaxed meal.

A plate of rico de chino of sautéed sausage, red pepper, zucchini and onions could open proceedings, alongside grilled polenta with meat sauce, and a delightful shrimp salad sautéed with garlic, olive oil, and sun-dried tomatoes. Pizza lovers could go for the al salmone topped with mozzarella, capers, asparagus, arugula, and smoked salmon. The Italian theme continues with bolognese firenze of beef and pork with rosemary, sage, and red wine sauce over fettuccine; spaghetti, penne pasta, chicken marsala, lobster ravioli, and spinach lasagne.

If you thought you could ignore the desserts think again, because the Buona Vita tiramisu might just have what's needed to make you swing by again. A clearly compiled drinks list embraces beer and wines available by the glass.