Restaurants in Gardena
Best Restaurants
Japanese • $$
Asian Fusion • $$
“Great first experience at NAM. Food was delicious. I want to try the lomo next time. The team is very welcoming great customer service. Will definitely be coming back!”
Japanese • $$
“A friend who frequents this establishment brought me for lunch today with another friend. Being a vegetarian I was impressed by the selections I would love to try. I ended up ordering the salmon, scallop, spinach cream pasta with capers. It was delicious! My friends ordered the pork katsu and hamburger combo and it looked awesome. The portions are so generous and it comes with soup and salad for the combo and mine came with a small salad and homemade bread. And the family run restaurant is very service oriented, friendly and a very clean and comfortable place. Highly recommended”
Korean • $$
“Ordered the Galbi-jjim and it was so tender and flavorful! The ribs were fall off the bone. Add cheese for extra flavor and a fire show. The side dishes were tasty. Service was good.
Will be back to try the soup and other dishes!”
Korean • $$
“I was really craving the jokbal I used to eat in Korea, and this place delivered exactly that taste! The meat was tender and chewy, perfectly seasoned—just like back home. The kind and considerate service from the staff made the experience even more enjoyable. The kongguksu (soybean noodle soup) had a rather mild flavor, not particularly rich, but it was decent and ordinary.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Sushi • $$
“I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Wake Sakura in Gardena! It’s located on the second floor of the Tokyo Central market, which is a cool experience in itself. The restaurant has a sleek, modern, and clean atmosphere that feels very authentic.
You order everything on a tablet at your booth, and the plates are delivered directly to you on a high-speed conveyor belt, which is both efficient and fun to watch.
But the star of the show was, without a doubt, the Tuna Lovers plate. If you are a fan of tuna, this is a must-order. The quality was exceptional, especially for a conveyor belt-style restaurant. It featured a beautiful variety of cuts, from lean, clean-tasting akami to the rich, melt-in-your-mouth fatty toro. Every single piece was incredibly fresh, had a great texture, and was served on perfectly seasoned rice.
The quality of the fish here is a clear step above other conveyor belt spots. I was thoroughly impressed and will definitely be back. Highly recommended for any sushi fan, but especially if you love high-quality tuna!”
Japanese • $$$
“Stumbled across Oh! Banzai on an IG ad….stopped by for lunch because I was in the area. What a gem! Had the eel sunomono (light and delicious!), and a few hand rolls. Really lovely place, great service, food is fresh and feels like a higher level dining experience than the price suggests. Definitely coming back”
Restaurants with Delivery
Sushi • $$$$
“Standard dining environment but I love the food, and service. Especially love the picks on the nigiri’s (very tender and the cut of the tofu is spectacular). Hopefully chef Daniel will make the crab rice again in future.”
Italian • $
“Got the Giulio sandwich. The small was still pretty big and decent price. The meats were fresh and the bread was soft. The staff was really nice.
The food can take awhile to make given it's so busy during the lunch rush. The market itself is nice for getting many Italian items like olive oil, fresh pasta and tinned fish.
The outdoor seating is nice but also next to a busy street so it can get loud.”
Japanese • $$
“Delicious meal with excellent service and atmosphere. We had a bottle of sake, rolls & sashimi and miso soup. It was a perfect meal. I especially recommend the mackerel and bluefin tuna 🤤 Thank you for a great meal, we will be back”
Thai • $
“The soups are delicious, but if you prefer comfortable seating, sit in their other restaurant across from this one - they'll bring the soup over to you, and you can order additional dishes from that reataurant.”
Diner • $
“I love the quality and quantity of food you get. Their Portuguese Sausage is amazing and their fried rice is always delicious”
Asian Fusion • $$
“Great first experience at NAM. Food was delicious. I want to try the lomo next time. The team is very welcoming great customer service. Will definitely be coming back!”
Vietnamese • $
“Best Vietnamese pho plus matching Vietnamese coffee ☕️ n good service - Congrats 🍾 owner is Pinoy /Vietnamese couple -👌🏽🥰 will be back for sure🥰🥰”
Japanese • $$
“A friend who frequents this establishment brought me for lunch today with another friend. Being a vegetarian I was impressed by the selections I would love to try. I ended up ordering the salmon, scallop, spinach cream pasta with capers. It was delicious! My friends ordered the pork katsu and hamburger combo and it looked awesome. The portions are so generous and it comes with soup and salad for the combo and mine came with a small salad and homemade bread. And the family run restaurant is very service oriented, friendly and a very clean and comfortable place. Highly recommended”
Fast Food • $
“This was literally one of the best salads I’ve ever had. You’re going to become a regular in our rotation.”
Japanese • $$$
“Stumbled across Oh! Banzai on an IG ad….stopped by for lunch because I was in the area. What a gem! Had the eel sunomono (light and delicious!), and a few hand rolls. Really lovely place, great service, food is fresh and feels like a higher level dining experience than the price suggests. Definitely coming back”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Best sandwiches. Everything is delicious. Made to your liking. Custom made”
Japanese • $
“I really enjoyed the food here. The cutlet was juicy and crispy. The rice was really good and the service was awesome. I look forward to coming back. Keep in mind this location is within a market so dining is cafeteria style but there's plenty of seating”
Chicken • $
“Our favorite chicken spot!! I like their signature chicken sandwich with hot sauce and their strawberry sparkling ade is sooo good. Met the owners and they’re the nicest and kindest! We always keep coming back!”
Japanese • $$
“Gardena’s gem of a restaurant. Great food, atmosphere all with authentic food with a Hawaiian flair. I enjoyed a kalbi bento (it’s not on the menu but they will gladly make it for you with double Mac salad). I also had the famous chili which is THAT good. Not pictured is the somen salad which is a family recipe and is always a must. Leonard and his staff are friendly and engaging like our server Nancy.”
Japanese • $$
“I tried Azuma for the first time a few weeks ago was very pleasantly surprised how good and authentic it was. Its a small restaurant with a line starting at 5 when they open. I went with a big group and we tried the chicken teriyaki, vegetable tempura, and curry which we all enjoyed. The portions are big enough to share! I would definitely come back and recommend!”
Outdoor Dining
Vietnamese • $
“Everytime I been here its been amazing and the employees are the best. Unfortunately had to move out. But miss this place the most. My husband and kids enjoyed our time in Pho Consomme. I really recommend here to eat. The spring rolls are yummy. Really recommended. Have a nice day everyone.”
Ramen • $
“We love this place. They have many different choices of ramen. The servings are Huge !! I would recommend this place to Everyone.”
Mediterranean • $
“Simply delicious food. Look forward to visiting again soon! Baklava - to die for!!!”
Health Food
“I trully love this place. Everyone that works there gave me so much information and have wonderful personalities. They make you feel like part of their family. Things that I didn't know as a senior I'm learning. Their teas and smoothies are great, they have help me out so much, and I can tell it by the way I feel.A large portion of my family go there now and the ones that don't I will be passing on the word so they can go. I live in lancaster and I hate the ride down there because of the traffic but this herbal place has been such a blessing I don't mind taking the ride. Please go by and try them out. It is such a blessing to my life.”
Japanese • $$
“Gardena’s gem of a restaurant. Great food, atmosphere all with authentic food with a Hawaiian flair. I enjoyed a kalbi bento (it’s not on the menu but they will gladly make it for you with double Mac salad). I also had the famous chili which is THAT good. Not pictured is the somen salad which is a family recipe and is always a must. Leonard and his staff are friendly and engaging like our server Nancy.”
Japanese • $$
“I tried Azuma for the first time a few weeks ago was very pleasantly surprised how good and authentic it was. Its a small restaurant with a line starting at 5 when they open. I went with a big group and we tried the chicken teriyaki, vegetable tempura, and curry which we all enjoyed. The portions are big enough to share! I would definitely come back and recommend!”
Sushi • $
“Great service, friendly staff and the owner, Paul, showed warm hospitality. The prices were great and the quality of the food will definitely have me going back!”
Asian Fusion • $$
“KiNG-SHiET! 👑 FRFR I felt like a BigDawg eatin huRR yo!
GiANT BiGBONE BiGBACK PHO = BUSSiN 🔥
DiM SUM SHU-MAi’ & SKRiMP = BUSSiN 🔥
LiL’AZZ RiCE BOWL side & PEPSi 👌🏽
Delicious TASTES all around seriously 💯
AMAZiNG Service with ‘ALBERT’ even hooked me up with sum DUMDUMz fo my LonGazz Drive! 🫶🏽❤️🔥
Definitely FiNNa Be BacK!!!! TONS of Asian ViBEz!
Annnnd LOBSTER 🦞 too!?!? DZzzzaaaM!!!! 🤯
This place a smooTH lil GEM 💎 😶🌫️
Fair Prices to QUALiTy RaTio! Worth every Penny.
I hope 🙏🏽 ya’ll experience is just as GOOD as MiNez”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“Cute little shop in a busy shopping plaza. Parking can be tough, especially weekend or evening. Friendly service and fast turnaround since not beeesy.
Got Honey Affogato & Iced Honey Tea.
Both are delish, especially the ice cream with coffee and honey...soo tasty and delicious.”
Thai • $
“Had a nice dinner here at Bowl Thai. You order your food upfront like Rubio’s, and they bring your food to your table. We had their crab fried rice, the texture and seasoning was good it wasn’t dry. We also enjoyed the shrimp pad thai, and they were very generous with the shrimp. Will definitely be back to try other delicious dishes.”
Cafe • $$
“PECLA is a hidden gem in the South Bay Area. The services is exceptional and the food is great. We had the gem salad with Salmon and the 917 burger with fries. The Salmon was a bit under cooked, so next time I'll order it well done. They run the Porsche cars on the track 3X a day, 9am, 12:30, 2p, but you should check for exact times. Be sure to get there early to get a seat at the window. Highly recommend PECLA & 917 restaurant!”
Hawaiian • $
“Well I recommend the beef and chicken combo ..It was so delicious 😋”
Korean • $$
“Stopped by here from LAX craving Korean food and was very impressed. This place has authentic, delicious Korean food, and their side dishes are amazing! We ordered their bossam combos with kimchi jjigae and soybean soup, which was a great value. Highly recommend!!”
Sushi • $$$$
“Standard dining environment but I love the food, and service. Especially love the picks on the nigiri’s (very tender and the cut of the tofu is spectacular). Hopefully chef Daniel will make the crab rice again in future.”
Cafe • $$
“PECLA is a hidden gem in the South Bay Area. The services is exceptional and the food is great. We had the gem salad with Salmon and the 917 burger with fries. The Salmon was a bit under cooked, so next time I'll order it well done. They run the Porsche cars on the track 3X a day, 9am, 12:30, 2p, but you should check for exact times. Be sure to get there early to get a seat at the window. Highly recommend PECLA & 917 restaurant!”
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Japanese • $$
“Authentic A5 Wagyu served perfectly as if we were back in Japan! Arigato gozaimasu! It is pricey but very good quality. Very clean inside and has great tea options also.”
Japanese • $$
“First time trying shabu shabu and it did not disappoint!!!”
Thai • $
“Once I'm actually there, and dining, I tend to neglect taking photos of my order, do forgive me. Photos by other reviewers does their dishes quite the justice.
Excellent Thai cuisine, especially the grilled salmon which I highly recommend. Very accommodating staff and ultra mellow environment. Every visit, I both order to dine there as well as take out! It's just that great!”
“I just ate here for my birthday on Saturday. I have been to Belize and this food took me right back there. The owner Leslie, is from Belize and is very friendly and attentive, as his the staff. Phenomenal food, and large portions. Get the sampler platter for your appetizer, you won't be disappointed. I highly recommend this restaurant. If you are ever in Gardena, you should stop here. Gardena Cinema is a few blocks away, and is also fantastic. The restaurant closes at 7pm, and most shows start at 7:30, so it makes for the perfect evening.”
Hamburger • $
“This place is awesome. The bacon actually has a lot of flavor and doesn't just tastes like hot grease. Everything has quality. What really surprised me was the flavor and quality of the carne asada taco! So good. This place is one of my favorites.”
Southern • $
“Jabar was the most polite and welcoming and humble human I’ve encountered in a very long time. And the food was amazing too!”
Korean • $$
“Sweet Potato Pizza is awesome and Frisx Chicken with Korean Sauce is really delicious! Two Thumbs Up!”
Japanese • $$
“Go to place in Gardena for the lunch and the dinner.”
Salvadoran • $
“Las Pupusas, buenísimas y que no falte la cola champán”
Chinese • $
“I ordered delivery through Grub Hub. I had the shrimp, chicken, beef chow mein and it was very flavorful and the noodles perfectly cooked. This was my first order and I will definitely order again!”
Pizza • $
“absolutely loved the food here. the staff was so nice and professional. will recommend to everyone and will be coming back!”
Japanese • $$
“Authentic A5 Wagyu served perfectly as if we were back in Japan! Arigato gozaimasu! It is pricey but very good quality. Very clean inside and has great tea options also.”
Barbecue • $$
“Amazing customer service!
We ordered all you can eat and everything was really delicious.
They even have offer a vegetarian all you can eat for a special price. We thought it was really considerate.
Plenty of side dishes as well.”
Korean • $$
“Bomb!
Fried chicken was super tasty, not spicy at all if that's what you're looking for though.
Soy garlic ribs were really good too!
Both were way too much for two people. My wife and I are stuffed and there's enough for ones of to have lunch tomorrow.
Just have to wake up before she does and take it to work with me!”
24 Hour Restaurants
Fast Food • $
“December 3 ,6;50 am stop to buy food ,need to use the rest room, went inside ,floors dirty restroom dirty with no tissues,I didn't see either of the two younger girls ,they always keep the place clean ,but this day, was a rough one Jack in the box,I had to drive to another location after spending mynoney with you”
Fast Food • $
“the only thing I don't like from this place I that the coffee is always cold 🤔😑”
Family • $
“Came here for breakfast while traveling in Washington. Establishment seems to be well managed and well maintained. Matthew was our server and did an excellent job of taking care of us. We ordered the Breakfast Sampler, which I believe used to be called the Grand Slam. It came with two eggs, three meats, hash browns, and buttermilk pancakes. Breakfast of champions! We were quite satisfied when we left to hit the road to Forks, WA. We would definitely return if we were ever in the area.”
Korean • $$
“Best Korean restaurant in the LA or South Bay area if you’re looking for authentic home style Korean cooking! Menu has a good variety of dishes that are cooked so good 😋 Small place but food and service is fantastic. They have the best banchan(side dishes). Check it out when in Gardena you won’t be disappointed.”
Korean • $$
“Tried the shrimp Tempura (5 pcs) very fresh and good cook too order you can tell. 🍤 Waffle Fries really good as well not oily. 🍟😋 Tried Honey Hot and Garlic Spicy both (10pc) which were both so fresh and food. 🌶️🍯🍗 Down the meal with a Strawberry Lemonade and the Chum Churum Soon Hari both Peach and Strawberry soju so good get it everytime at these restaurants 🍑🍓🍶😋”
Takeout Restaurants
Korean • $$
“I was really craving the jokbal I used to eat in Korea, and this place delivered exactly that taste! The meat was tender and chewy, perfectly seasoned—just like back home. The kind and considerate service from the staff made the experience even more enjoyable. The kongguksu (soybean noodle soup) had a rather mild flavor, not particularly rich, but it was decent and ordinary.”
Dessert • $
“If you’re a first timer like me, you might be doubtful entering the store just like my experience as it’s not like the door was open or you could peek through from outside. Nonetheless that’s probably the way you knew it’s legit as the store didn’t even come in gorgeous presentation or whatsoever. Just simple showcases and an attendant, with cash-only payment.
Nothing looked fancy, but abundant options of both mochi and manju. If you’re not familiar, prolly simplest way to differentiate is mochi comes in chewy texture while manju is more soft bread-alike. The filling they offered varied from red bean, white bean, even black one! I got their Kinako Mochi filled with black bean and covered in soy bean powder. One bite and WOW IT WAS BOMB! So good and totally cured my craving for the ones I had in Japan. I could totally tell the quality was stellar and it’s fully stuffed with luscious filling making the price tag paid certainly worth.”
Japanese • $
“I saw this place while driving and saw a line waiting for their food, so I decided to give it a try.. Ì asked those in line, what was good there.. The answer was either the teriyaki bowl or plates, and the teriyaki burgers.. I got the teriyaki chicken bowl.. it looked and smelled great driving home.. After eating it, I didn’t understand the line of people waiting.. It was okay, but in my opinion, no big deal.. I’ll be honest, I did eat it ALL, and the serving size was BIG, so by no means was it bad.. To be fair though, I’m gonna have to try again, and see what I missed the first time..”
Sushi • $
“I love this place for at least 3 generations my family has been coming here. It makes me think of my grandmother as this was always a treat me and her would go and get just the two of us and share with no one else. It was like our place and being a family and seeing a family and speaking like family all my life I just love this place. I always want 16-20 pieces half and nori and inari.”
Korean • $$
“Ordered the Galbi-jjim and it was so tender and flavorful! The ribs were fall off the bone. Add cheese for extra flavor and a fire show. The side dishes were tasty. Service was good.
Will be back to try the soup and other dishes!”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“buen servicio atenticion y calidad del Productos todos los empleados son 5 Estrellas bonito lugar”
Bakery • $
“Fantastic and authentic, fresh Japanese sweets maker! The mitarashi dango and various mochi treats taste like I am in Japan. Excellent, clearly homemade red bean paste an is just the best. Cash only.”
Hot Dogs • $
“Muy buena bienvenida de Liz. Excelente atención, y la comida es buena. 100% recomendado❤️”
Japanese • $
“A good spot, but I got the sukiyakidon and they gave me like 5 pieces of meat with some tofu. Portion size could be a bit better, flavor was good. Also had beef curry and it’s alright for me. Good miso soup too”
Barbecue • $
“Just found this local place. Brisket, Pork Ribs, Hot link are fire. Got the Mac and cheese plus Baked Beans also good. Beans had a deep smokey flavor which I loved. Owner threw in some Tri-tip and it was fantastic👌. The meats were properly seasoned and savory. Definitely recommend this place.”
Juice • $
“First time visiting this store, the lady at the register was helpful with helping me pick the best drink for myself. I do wish I was greeted when I entered the store; instead the lady mopping just looked at me, but spoke to the family that walked in immediately after me & I would hate to pull the race card. Other than that interaction, the experience was fine.”
Bakery • $$$$
“Kimberley made my daughters wedding cake and then drove it up to Ojai! The cake was beautiful and tasted amazing and she was a dream to work with! She is crazy talented, has a great team, a great story. Love her.”
Korean • $$
“We got the duck combo plus the table-side fried rice and it was quite hefty. Can probably feed a good 4-5 people. The duck is grilled with potatoes, rice cakes, mushrooms, garlic & chives and the combo of everything works well and takes away from the usually gamieness associated with duck. The bean paste dipping sauce was probably my fave. The kimchi fried rice was pretty serious as it even had japchae in it. Combo also includes kimchi pancake, steam egg, corn cheese, bean paste soup. Definitely not your typical Kbbq spot, in a good way, and I dig that they specialize in things like duck and intestines, which I'll be trying on my next visit. Bonus points too for being close by in the South Bay where I live.”
Brewery • $$
“Came across the on a walk back from Venice Beach. Highly recommend.”
Sushi • $$$
“Friendly sushi chef and staff Fresh sushi and tasty kitchen food Highly recommend”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Sushi • $$
“I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Wake Sakura in Gardena! It’s located on the second floor of the Tokyo Central market, which is a cool experience in itself. The restaurant has a sleek, modern, and clean atmosphere that feels very authentic.
You order everything on a tablet at your booth, and the plates are delivered directly to you on a high-speed conveyor belt, which is both efficient and fun to watch.
But the star of the show was, without a doubt, the Tuna Lovers plate. If you are a fan of tuna, this is a must-order. The quality was exceptional, especially for a conveyor belt-style restaurant. It featured a beautiful variety of cuts, from lean, clean-tasting akami to the rich, melt-in-your-mouth fatty toro. Every single piece was incredibly fresh, had a great texture, and was served on perfectly seasoned rice.
The quality of the fish here is a clear step above other conveyor belt spots. I was thoroughly impressed and will definitely be back. Highly recommended for any sushi fan, but especially if you love high-quality tuna!”
Mexican • $
“Beef tongue burritos, taco are the best in Mexican restaurant and salsa bar too”
Bakery • $
“Great small location with delicious pastries. I've had most of them and I can't quite choose a favorite because they are all so good. Give this place a try and visit too. Don't forget to order their fresh brewed coffee as well. Yummmm!”
Japanese • $
“My absolute favorite Japanese-Chinese restaurant in town!
Umemura truly feels like “町中華” — a warm, family-run neighborhood Chinese restaurant just like in Japan. Their Umani Ramen is hands down the best ramen in California… maybe even in the entire US. That’s how amazing it is!
I also love their Kanitama Chahan (fried rice topped with an imitation crab omelet). Everything is always super fresh, flavorful, and authentically prepared. This place is loved by all my Japanese friends, Japanese American friends, and even my American friends — everyone falls in love with it!
The servers are kind and friendly, and the cozy atmosphere makes every visit feel comforting.
Highly, highly recommended!”
Korean • $$
“Best Korean restaurant in the LA or South Bay area if you’re looking for authentic home style Korean cooking! Menu has a good variety of dishes that are cooked so good 😋 Small place but food and service is fantastic. They have the best banchan(side dishes). Check it out when in Gardena you won’t be disappointed.”
Bakery • $$
“I just want to thank Miss Poima K for her professionalism and kindness. She is so amazing thank you so much.We were there to order a birthday cake, Miss Poima was such a good listener and made wonderful suggestions.She paid attention to every detail. You’re the best! A million thanks!”
Pizza • $
“THEEEE BEST Pizza in the South Bay!!! I'm very picky when it comes to a good pizza, especially coming from the east coast. Ran into this gem and absolutely loved it. I can't stress enough to try this place because it certainly worth it and the staff are beyond friendly. Do yourself and others a favorite and GO!!!”
Korean • $$
“Me and the family came here during the week to try something new. Saw the food and menu and thought let’s do it.
Came in and got seated right away. Inside looks great with a lot of room and the staff was very friendly.
After looking over the menu, we picked more items than we thought we could handle. But all of it was amazing.
We ordered TTEOK BOKKI with ramen and cheese. Tasted great. Great texture and taste
Come with the Korean Style Spicy chicken. Perfectly cooked and seasoned and a hint of spice that gives it a great flavor.
Lastly we ordered the Spicy Pork Bulgogi. Just as the chicken, amazing. Spicer than the chicken by a tad but amazing taste
We ordered rice with it which probably why we didn’t finish half of the portions of each dish. The employees felt we didn’t like it but we took it home to eat again the following day!
Must try in the Gardena area. :) thank you!”
Japanese • $$
“First time trying shabu shabu and it did not disappoint!!!”
Sushi • $$
“Hands down, one of the best sushi experiences I’ve ever had. Everything that was served was top-tier. You can tell the owner cares deeply about the quality. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. All of their recommendations were delicious! This is my new go-to sushi spot and I’m already counting down the days until I come back!”
Cheap Eats
Pasta • $
“Food is good (its spaghetti sooo..) price is ok, about 9$ a plate, they have Asian inspired dishes. Service is ok, small place, can get crowded.
I like this Gardena instation, but really it's just good basic pasta. Nothing to write home about, but consistent and good enough.”
Japanese • $
“This is a favorite of mine! Service is very friendly and accommodating. The food is plentiful and delicious! I highly recommend!!”
Mexican • $
“Omg they have Peruvian food so u get delicious aji sauce with their hot sauces.
Pupusas are 10/10. Fresh hot and crunchy on outside served with flavorful sauce and cooling it down with the pickled slaw. Sorry scarfed this down so no photos of it haha.
Menudo also 10/10. Lots of squishy tripe goodness and broth was flavorful. Served with fresh handmade tortillas.
I want to come back to try their breakfast and maybe grab some fresh warm conchas after next door. I recommend this place! They have several types of hot sweet warm drinks too like atol de elote, atole de platano, atol de aba, arroz con leche. Yummmyy”
Fast Food • $
“My favorite shoe store.
They always have spevials and now the Skechers shoe line has all kinds of goodies for winter for work etc. Plus when you are in store you get much better prices than online today I got over 30% discount.
Ulta the food outside oh good. I got the hot dog and it left me wanting for more
Totally recommended”
Bakery • $
“First, I like to clarify the two store names (Paran Poong Cha and Blue Windmill Bakery) are the same bakery located at 15200 S. Western Ave. So my review applies to both names. This is our second time at the store and this time we bought a mini blueberry cake and 4 red bean buns. The blueberry mini cake is good, not too sweet and you can see the fresh blueberries. The fresh creme is not as light and fluffy as Angel Maid's in West LA and the cake is a little denser than Angel Maid's. Overall, the cake is enjoyable and is good alternative to Angel Maid's. Next, the red bean buns are, black sesame, sweet potato and traditional red bean bun. I have not seen so much red bean filling in a bun and when you pick up the bun, you can feel how heavy the bun is. The buns are very tasty if you enjoy red bean. The sweet potato red bean is a lovely surprise, it's one of the best we tried. The filling is a mix of red bean paste and sweet potato paste, so creamy and delicious, It's a hit in our family. Finally, the owner is very generous, she gave us two types of red paste buns to try. The red bean buns are between $3.50 to $4 each. We will definitely be back again! Note, they are closed on Sundays!”
Mexican • $
“delicious authentic mexican food !! great prices, friendly staff.”
Korean • $
“Legit sweet and sour- similar to old school Korean style. Jjampong was full of fresh seafood and noodles were perfectly cooked. No MSG so will be slightly different than what you get from others.”
Mexican • $
“they got great food! good portions you'll walk away satisfied.”
Sushi • $
“By far the best sushi I’ve ever had! The quality here is unmatched—the sushi is extremely fresh and cannot be beat. I ordered the Rainbow Roll, and it was made to absolute perfection with beautiful presentation and incredible flavor.
Not only was the sushi outstanding, but the Udon noodles were unbeatable—rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. This place really delivers on taste, quality, and overall experience.
I will definitely be back in the future. If you’re a sushi lover, Sushi Island is a must-try!”
Mediterranean • $
“Best customer service !!! I mean from EVERYONE!!! portions are big so you will be taking food home which adds to the value of the sit. Its like fine dine in a casual spot.”
Patisserie/Cake Shop • $
“We needed a birthday cake ASAP for a new employee's birthday, they were available on Postmates so we weren't sure what we would get! OMG we were sent the Strawberry Shortcake 7" cake. It was moist, not too sweet, with fresh strawberries. The best part was the real cream frosting! Thank you for making our last minute birthday lunch a success, we've found our go-to bakery!!!”
Hamburger • $
“Absolutely great place to eat. Cleanliness and customer service were better than expected. Portion size and food quality is great. Happy we took a chance to eat at this location.”
Korean • $$
“I was thrilled to discover this restaurant, especially after all the Korean sashimi spots in South Bay closed down. I’ve visited multiple times and sampled a variety of dishes—including my absolute favorite, the halibut sashimi. Every dish I’ve tried has been packed with quality flavor, making it hard to choose just one favorite.
They specialize in Korean traditional comfort food, and it’s a treat to explore the different offerings. The owners—a husband and wife duo—cook and serve everything themselves, creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like visiting family. They genuinely enjoy chatting with customers and always make sure you’re satisfied.
The halibut sashimi stands out not only for its taste but for its freshness—they catch it live from the tank right before serving. The restaurant’s name, “Jagalchi,” is meaningful too: it’s named after the famous fish market in Busan, South Korea, and symbolizes marine life, especially fish.”
Japanese • $$
“This is a secret gem in Gardena! The prices are great for the quality and quantity of food. Between the group, we had several types of rolls, Ramen and salmon. It was thumbs up across the board. If you life sushi, you should give them a try!”
Asian Fusion • $$
“KiNG-SHiET! 👑 FRFR I felt like a BigDawg eatin huRR yo!
GiANT BiGBONE BiGBACK PHO = BUSSiN 🔥
DiM SUM SHU-MAi’ & SKRiMP = BUSSiN 🔥
LiL’AZZ RiCE BOWL side & PEPSi 👌🏽
Delicious TASTES all around seriously 💯
AMAZiNG Service with ‘ALBERT’ even hooked me up with sum DUMDUMz fo my LonGazz Drive! 🫶🏽❤️🔥
Definitely FiNNa Be BacK!!!! TONS of Asian ViBEz!
Annnnd LOBSTER 🦞 too!?!? DZzzzaaaM!!!! 🤯
This place a smooTH lil GEM 💎 😶🌫️
Fair Prices to QUALiTy RaTio! Worth every Penny.
I hope 🙏🏽 ya’ll experience is just as GOOD as MiNez”
Recommended
“Love this place. Very relaxed atmosphere and great food. Our go to place for big gatherings and birthdays.”
Family • $$
“I just ate here for my birthday on Saturday. I have been to Belize and this food took me right back there. The owner Leslie, is from Belize and is very friendly and attentive, as his the staff. Phenomenal food, and large portions. Get the sampler platter for your appetizer, you won't be disappointed. I highly recommend this restaurant. If you are ever in Gardena, you should stop here. Gardena Cinema is a few blocks away, and is also fantastic. The restaurant closes at 7pm, and most shows start at 7:30, so it makes for the perfect evening.”
Japanese • $$
“Unassuming little restaurant owner by an older couple. Food is prepared with so much care and is always fresh. Highly recommend the place for anyone looking for Izakaya style Japanese food”
Korean • $$
“Came here after a SOFI game, heading back towards OC. Super bomb. Not AYCE but portions are huge, sides are delicious and were constantly refilled. Service fantastic and overall quality was solid. Would def recommend.”
Korean • $$
“Stopped by here from LAX craving Korean food and was very impressed. This place has authentic, delicious Korean food, and their side dishes are amazing! We ordered their bossam combos with kimchi jjigae and soybean soup, which was a great value. Highly recommend!!”
Korean • $$
“Sweet Potato Pizza is awesome and Frisx Chicken with Korean Sauce is really delicious! Two Thumbs Up!”
Korean • $$
“A Refreshing Change from Korean BBQ
This Korean restaurant offers something different—delicious noodle soup with seafood instead of the usual BBQ.
The taste is absolutely on point—fresh, flavorful, and satisfying.
Highly recommended to try!”
Japanese • $$
“Go to place in Gardena for the lunch and the dinner.”
Korean • $$
“The place is my favorite but that Asian lady who is always angry pisses me off and I make sure to avoid her. She is rude as heck and always seems annoyed. Food is good tho !”
Korean • $$
“Great service, atmosphere was upbeat and plenty of great food to cook up! Get there early s because place was packed when I left.”
Japanese • $$$
“After so many years, I still can’t find any other Yakitori places better than this place. That is it.
The restaurant is small.
I suggest making a reservation. Walk-in can be difficult.”
Bar • $$
“It’s an incredibly comfortable bar with excellent service and delicious drinks👍
I’m a woman, and yesterday, after a company dinner, I still felt like drinking more, so I decided to go alone this time. Well... It was a really good time😊, and all the customers were super cool and nice!
The service from the bartender and the manager was absolutely exceptional 💖”
Brewery • $$
“The mead is delicious! Burgers are pretty good too.”
Seafood • $$
“My first time and experience having crawfish didn’t disappoint. The crawfish was delicious dnd I can’t wait to try to do my own spread at home. If I don’t get it as good as your cooks, I’ll be back”
Bar • $$
“Stopped in after dinner at Sushi Bei. The place have been upgraded a bit since the last ownership. Way less dive feeling (but the old way was great too!).We just had a couple drinks and didn’t sing. The atmosphere was great! A very fun party and people were having a great time.They have many premium liquors and several mezcals (my fave). Looks like they no longer have the private room in the back.I would go back and would recommend!”
Korean • $$
“We ordered 2 jalapeno kimbap and 2 beef bulgogi kimbap and they gave us 4 little spicy soups that I thought was miso at first but it's not it's a delicious bean sprout jalapeno soup. So good and spicy 😍 The owners were so nice and asked our daughter if she wanted to take a book home 💚 definitely have to go back for a date night with hubby and try their other items”
Hamburger • $$
“Clean facilities, friendly staff and absolutely incredibly delicious food made to order!”
Japanese • $$
“Very satisfying lunch. I wanted something filling and the special combo didn't disappoint. I got the pork cutlet combo and it came fully loaded with hot soba, salad, handroll and rice; the pork was crispy and tender. Also got the scorched natto roll, very good with a bit of hot sauce”
Peruvian • $$
“Todo Rico limpio comida fresca y buena música”
American • $$
“this place is awesome love the food staff is really chill completely worth the price”
Jamaican • $$
“it was my first visit it will definitely be my spot whenever I'm in town”
Bar • $$$
“It's a small lil hole in the wall good price drinks two pool tables at a dollar a game no complaints just make sure you tip the bartender she's super sweet and attentive.”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Good action in all poker games. Good experienced dealers. Decent food although the turkey club is to be avoided as it has very little turkey and less bacon. Prob shud be taken off the menu.”
Bar • $$
“Really enjoyed my time today. Good ole fashion pub for the locals”
Bar • $$
“Great place to go hangout and have drinks! Had a wonderful girls night out!”
Korean • $$
“This Authentic Korean Restaurant is a gem for anyone craving a true taste of Korea! The menu boasts an impressive variety of traditional Korean dishes, each bursting with bold, authentic flavors. Their Galbi BBQ (short ribs) is hands-down the best I've ever had—perfectly marinated, tender, and grilled to juicy perfection. The smoky, savory-sweet glaze is unforgettable!
What sets this place apart is their incredible selection of banchan (side dishes), which elevate every meal. The pa kimchi (green onion kimchi) is a standout—crisp, tangy, and perfectly spiced, it’s one of the best I’ve tasted. The fact that you can purchase their banchan to take home is a huge bonus for recreating the experience at home.
The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with attentive staff who make you feel right at home. Whether you're a Korean food enthusiast or a first-timer, this restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience. Highly recommend for the Galbi BBQ and pa kimchi alone—though everything else is just as delightful!”
Hot Pot • $$
“Seafood and beef soup and the pork belly. Broth was very tasty.”
Chicken • $$
“This Louisiana makes sure the food is fresh and the prices are a bit better than others. The service is as friendly as expected but the promptness gets them the 5. Atmosphere is blah....pick up food and go vibe.”
Buffet • $$
“One of THE BEST BUFFET YOU XAN HAVE!
The selections are amazing. The price is very good. Sadly they just raise it by a dollar. Hahaha
Have to get rhe weekend or dinner crabs dinner. SO GOOD”
Food Trucks • $$
“Tacos Super Gallito:Street tacos from the catering truck. As of August 2018 they cost $1.59 each plus tax. I got 4 Al pastor to go, so they come in the traditional aluminum foil wrapped. They give you the diced onions, cilantro, limes and radishes in individually wrapped plastic bags. I came on a Saturday at 11 am. So there was only one person at the time and she will get your food out but at the same time she is prepping for the 12 o’clock opening time. So that’s a big plus that they take care of the customers even if they really aren’t ready and set up.The tacos are the small tortilla size regular street tacos. They are not over flowing with meat like at other taco trucks but they deliver a punch of flavor they is very pleasant to the taste buds.If you put salsa on your tacos then the green salsa will also send you to pleasant vill since it is also very tasty but it brings a medium heat that is not to over powering.They have an A grade from the county and even though they feel a bit pricey they are well worth the cost. I would recommend this spot to my friends and family and will definitely be coming back.”
Chinese • $$
“Parking is a nightmare but the food is pretty good!
You got to be careful in the parking lot with all the chaotic drivers. The only reason we haven't had a car accident yet is because my brother is so vigilant.
I recommend their Taiwanese beef rolls and string beans!”
Chinese • $$
“As soon as I enter the restaurant its so good there is koi outside and you get seated pretty fast. And when you get seated you immediately get greeted to some food like there in carts which makes them fast food to get.”
Cajun • $$
“Great atmosphere and great customer service.”
Soul Food • $$
“Found this place on IG and instantly wanted to go and the food is AMAZING! I’ve been looking for a Soul Food place like this in LA and finally found one! Definitely coming back!”
Fast Food • $$
“Stopped at this location to order some fried zucchini ? You receive four large strips, very hot and perfectly battered ? It was lunch time so service was a bit slow, but worth the wait ??”
Seafood • $$
“Micheladas are bomb The pescado zarandeado and the camarones islas marias are the best!!!!! And the banda on Fridays and Sundays play the best songs and the place has a great environment!”
Peruvian • $$
“muy buena comida ambiente romántico”
Latest Reviews
Hamburger • $
“Jaden at the Gardena store is an exemplary worker. Incredible customer service. Great manners and treated us with the utmost respect. Thank you young man. Keep up the great work and many blessings!”
Mexican • $
“I've been going to Martha's deli even before her current location I used to drive a ready mix concrete truck for Pearman and Son. Back in the early 80's My wife and I loved her food. We were married June 5th 1993 and Martha's deli catered our wedding out in Culver City every one loved her delicious Mexican food”
Japanese • $
“This is a favorite of mine! Service is very friendly and accommodating. The food is plentiful and delicious! I highly recommend!!”
Southern
“Good food, great customer service and entertainment (TV) I will be back”
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Italian • $
“Got the Giulio sandwich. The small was still pretty big and decent price. The meats were fresh and the bread was soft. The staff was really nice.
The food can take awhile to make given it's so busy during the lunch rush. The market itself is nice for getting many Italian items like olive oil, fresh pasta and tinned fish.
The outdoor seating is nice but also next to a busy street so it can get loud.”
Mexican • $
“Doctor Agbomian is 100% guaranteed for Herbal Medication believe me. He is the best, He send me Herbs with the help of Dhl delivery service the delivery it to my doorstep at home. And I started to used the medicine and believe me I got cured from HSV type 1 within 14 days all thanks to Dr Agbomian Medication that cured me from the disease.”
Pizza • $
“absolutely loved the food here. the staff was so nice and professional. will recommend to everyone and will be coming back!”
Fast Food • $
“I was at this Raising Canes I like the atmosphere And I highly recommend you guys to bring your family inside/dine-in you’ll like it.”
Family • $
“Came here for breakfast while traveling in Washington. Establishment seems to be well managed and well maintained. Matthew was our server and did an excellent job of taking care of us. We ordered the Breakfast Sampler, which I believe used to be called the Grand Slam. It came with two eggs, three meats, hash browns, and buttermilk pancakes. Breakfast of champions! We were quite satisfied when we left to hit the road to Forks, WA. We would definitely return if we were ever in the area.”
Hamburger • $
“Jaden at the Gardena store is an exemplary worker. Incredible customer service. Great manners and treated us with the utmost respect. Thank you young man. Keep up the great work and many blessings!”
Fast Food • $
“This was literally one of the best salads I’ve ever had. You’re going to become a regular in our rotation.”
New Restaurants
Seafood • $
“Uncle Mac’s Kitchen never disappoints! The food is absolutely delicious, the whole fish with the tom yum seasoning and that good ol’ green sauce 🤗 is a must-try. The fish tacos are really yummy too, full of flavor every time. On top of that, the restaurant is always clean, which makes the experience even better. Definitely one of my favorite spots!”
Korean • $$
“Bomb!
Fried chicken was super tasty, not spicy at all if that's what you're looking for though.
Soy garlic ribs were really good too!
Both were way too much for two people. My wife and I are stuffed and there's enough for ones of to have lunch tomorrow.
Just have to wake up before she does and take it to work with me!”
Chicken Wings
“Super fresh. With their new system they get their orders out sooo fast! I love when I order online, I arrive for pickup, and my food is ready right on time. It is simple and easy. I love this location of Wingstop because the employees are so caring and they genuinely want you to have a good experience. You can tell they are passionate about providing fire wings!”
Coffee Roasteries
“The warm latte was a little cold but the presentation was nice. The croissant was heated and flacky but the middle was cold. It was tasty though. Overall place is nice and looks like it's still a work in progress. Try it, I would give it a 2nd spin.”
Buffet • $$
“One of THE BEST BUFFET YOU XAN HAVE!
The selections are amazing. The price is very good. Sadly they just raise it by a dollar. Hahaha
Have to get rhe weekend or dinner crabs dinner. SO GOOD”
“Delicious meal with excellent service and atmosphere. We had a bottle of sake, rolls & sashimi and miso soup. It was a perfect meal. I especially recommend the mackerel and bluefin tuna 🤤 Thank you for a great meal, we will be back”