It was very nice very private and the food was great tofu soup and spicy chicken was the best and side wish were very flavorful
Sydney F.
This place has been one of my favorites recently! I'm always craving the Naeng Myeon and it's perfect on a warm day. I like to get the combo with the Galbi and it comes with free banchan. I also like to get a side of purple rice, since it doesn't come with any. If you've never had Korean Cold Noodles, make sure to use the white squeezy bottle to add more flavor to the noodles. There's also a yellow bottle with hot mustard, but be careful, a little goes a long way! Also it's totally okay to cut the noodles with the scissors because they are a bit hard to separate and bite off with your teeth. Service is always great here, the staff is very attentive, and you usually get seated right away. The restaurant is very clean and fairly large with plenty of booth and table seating. There's tons of parking available in the shared lot.
Evan F.
I've past this location several times and decided to give it a try. I had the beef on bone stew on a hot pot. I was bit turned off when the server showed my meal to patrons at other tables asking "Is this yours?" before finally asking my guest and me the same questions, ending by placing it in front of my guest who was waiting for a different entree. My entree was very flavorful and not too fatty. Overall a decent experience. I watched the same server I mentioned continue going table to table asking "Is this for you?" It became rather comical that the waiter flopped at designating which meal went where (I hesitate to blame the server). The parking lot is relatively large and was full so we parked on the street. It serves to provide parking for several businesses including two restaurants. This was the first time I could not find a parking space on that lot. Honestly speaking I'm glad I tried out this location but I was not over impressed. I lobe Korean food and maybe I'll try it again another time.
Chloe L.
I just had lunch with my coworker at this restaurant. I ordered pork + cold noodle combo (I always order pork bulgogi at any restaurant) to old korean lady and they brought beef so I told them I ordered Pork. She kept arguing that ai ordered beef and tried to make this issue into something big. I was eager to yell at her back but I was with my coworkers so I didn't. She was lucky but I'm not coming back here
Nick Z.
35 mins. Still no food. Kinda bummed out about it as it's pretty empty here. Brought my friend his food. Still waiting on mine. People say after us got their food faster. Go to an all you can eat spot.
N
You can eat authentic and delicious Korean food. The food, atmosphere, and customer service were great! Personally, I really enjoyed the cold noodles and pork soup.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jill Kadota
Our favorite local tofu soup spot! The food, sides, and service are great. The staff are super friendly and everything comes out
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Martin M.
The service at this place is probably the slowest in the world. Slow even for American standards. It is not just one day, it is always like like this. They probably save money on staff - the owner does most of the work himself (very slow and super inefficiently) - does it mean you don't need to leave a tip if there is no server?Do not expect your food to come earlier than after one hour.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
MS J.
My favorite go-to spot for soondubu. Their prices are great for so much food. We usually order the Gallo, bulgogi and teriyaki chicken. I really don't care about the pork cutlet and Japchae. I'm not sure how often they change their banchan but they're not the same every time. They're all good though. My favorite so far is the quail eggs, rolled egg, bean sprouts, watercress and kimchi of course. They have both purple rice and white rice. Come early for dinner. They're usually busy between 6:30 and 7:15. They only have two people working on the floor in addition to the two owners (I assume they're the owners). The male owner takes the order and the female owner brings out the side dishes and other food items. So if they're busy the food comes out a bit later than usual. My family and I come here at least twice a month. I highly recommend Gaya!
John L.
The sundobu (tofu hot pot) as well as their calbi (mbaqanga rib eye) were excellent. On the surface they don't look friendly but just very efficient
I must have driven past this place several times and had no idea how wonderful this place is. We were served small dishes of Banchan: Korean potato salad with apples, kimchi, broccoli, fish cake, spicy cucumber, and sprouts. I had the tofu combo #2 beef bulgogi and tofu soup $23.99 and my husband had the spicy pork bulgogi and tofu soup. Side of purple rice and raw egg. We arrived just before noon and within 10 minutes the dining room was full with patrons. Service was fast. Sitting next to us was a huge group of 20 that ordered the fried fish and now I know what I'm ordering next time. The dining area was clean and bright with huge windows and an A frame ceiling which made the restaurant feel even bigger. This is great for groups, another large group here was having a birthday too. This has such a great family feeling. I'll be back it was that good.
Michelle C.
First time to eat here. We were like okay we are not expecting anything. However, once they have served and we tried the food, we really liked all of it. My 2 boys also enjoyed. They tried their "Bibimbob" for the first time and they said that they loved it. The tofu soup as well was so good! Also their meat! The serving amount was just right. It was a rainy night and the employees were just so pleasant and helpful.
Jane S.
This is Hands down our favorite Korean restaurant in the South Bay! There used to be another place in Gardena I would go to and guess what- they were the precious owners who moved and opened Gaya! We are so lucky. The owners are so welcoming and the place is clean and bright. But the food and flavors are what keep us coming back. They are so talented with their seasoning, quality of meats, and selection. It is delicious! Not only that but Gaya's prices are amazing. Our fave Korean restaurant!
Austin D.
My girlfriend ordered the sundubu and she liked it a lot! I ordered the cold noodles which was my first time eating this dish and I would definitely get it again especially on a hot day. The galbi was also really tasty and stayed hot on the plate. The banchan was the best we've had across multiple Korean restaurants. Service was excellent and lots of dine in space with bigger tables for large groups if needed. If you live in the South Bay Area definitely give this place a try!
Cheryl shenefield
Food was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Banchan, Bulgogi Beef, Galbi-Grilled Beef Short Ribs
It was very nice very private and the food was great tofu soup and spicy chicken was the best and side wish were very flavorful
This place has been one of my favorites recently! I'm always craving the Naeng Myeon and it's perfect on a warm day. I like to get the combo with the Galbi and it comes with free banchan. I also like to get a side of purple rice, since it doesn't come with any. If you've never had Korean Cold Noodles, make sure to use the white squeezy bottle to add more flavor to the noodles. There's also a yellow bottle with hot mustard, but be careful, a little goes a long way! Also it's totally okay to cut the noodles with the scissors because they are a bit hard to separate and bite off with your teeth. Service is always great here, the staff is very attentive, and you usually get seated right away. The restaurant is very clean and fairly large with plenty of booth and table seating. There's tons of parking available in the shared lot.
I've past this location several times and decided to give it a try. I had the beef on bone stew on a hot pot. I was bit turned off when the server showed my meal to patrons at other tables asking "Is this yours?" before finally asking my guest and me the same questions, ending by placing it in front of my guest who was waiting for a different entree. My entree was very flavorful and not too fatty. Overall a decent experience. I watched the same server I mentioned continue going table to table asking "Is this for you?" It became rather comical that the waiter flopped at designating which meal went where (I hesitate to blame the server). The parking lot is relatively large and was full so we parked on the street. It serves to provide parking for several businesses including two restaurants. This was the first time I could not find a parking space on that lot. Honestly speaking I'm glad I tried out this location but I was not over impressed. I lobe Korean food and maybe I'll try it again another time.
I just had lunch with my coworker at this restaurant. I ordered pork + cold noodle combo (I always order pork bulgogi at any restaurant) to old korean lady and they brought beef so I told them I ordered Pork. She kept arguing that ai ordered beef and tried to make this issue into something big. I was eager to yell at her back but I was with my coworkers so I didn't. She was lucky but I'm not coming back here
35 mins. Still no food. Kinda bummed out about it as it's pretty empty here. Brought my friend his food. Still waiting on mine. People say after us got their food faster. Go to an all you can eat spot.
You can eat authentic and delicious Korean food. The food, atmosphere, and customer service were great! Personally, I really enjoyed the cold noodles and pork soup.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our favorite local tofu soup spot! The food, sides, and service are great. The staff are super friendly and everything comes out
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service at this place is probably the slowest in the world. Slow even for American standards. It is not just one day, it is always like like this. They probably save money on staff - the owner does most of the work himself (very slow and super inefficiently) - does it mean you don't need to leave a tip if there is no server?Do not expect your food to come earlier than after one hour.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
My favorite go-to spot for soondubu. Their prices are great for so much food. We usually order the Gallo, bulgogi and teriyaki chicken. I really don't care about the pork cutlet and Japchae. I'm not sure how often they change their banchan but they're not the same every time. They're all good though. My favorite so far is the quail eggs, rolled egg, bean sprouts, watercress and kimchi of course. They have both purple rice and white rice. Come early for dinner. They're usually busy between 6:30 and 7:15. They only have two people working on the floor in addition to the two owners (I assume they're the owners). The male owner takes the order and the female owner brings out the side dishes and other food items. So if they're busy the food comes out a bit later than usual. My family and I come here at least twice a month. I highly recommend Gaya!
The sundobu (tofu hot pot) as well as their calbi (mbaqanga rib eye) were excellent. On the surface they don't look friendly but just very efficient
Restaurantji Recommends
I must have driven past this place several times and had no idea how wonderful this place is. We were served small dishes of Banchan: Korean potato salad with apples, kimchi, broccoli, fish cake, spicy cucumber, and sprouts. I had the tofu combo #2 beef bulgogi and tofu soup $23.99 and my husband had the spicy pork bulgogi and tofu soup. Side of purple rice and raw egg. We arrived just before noon and within 10 minutes the dining room was full with patrons. Service was fast. Sitting next to us was a huge group of 20 that ordered the fried fish and now I know what I'm ordering next time. The dining area was clean and bright with huge windows and an A frame ceiling which made the restaurant feel even bigger. This is great for groups, another large group here was having a birthday too. This has such a great family feeling. I'll be back it was that good.
First time to eat here. We were like okay we are not expecting anything. However, once they have served and we tried the food, we really liked all of it. My 2 boys also enjoyed. They tried their "Bibimbob" for the first time and they said that they loved it. The tofu soup as well was so good! Also their meat! The serving amount was just right. It was a rainy night and the employees were just so pleasant and helpful.
This is Hands down our favorite Korean restaurant in the South Bay! There used to be another place in Gardena I would go to and guess what- they were the precious owners who moved and opened Gaya! We are so lucky. The owners are so welcoming and the place is clean and bright. But the food and flavors are what keep us coming back. They are so talented with their seasoning, quality of meats, and selection. It is delicious! Not only that but Gaya's prices are amazing. Our fave Korean restaurant!
My girlfriend ordered the sundubu and she liked it a lot! I ordered the cold noodles which was my first time eating this dish and I would definitely get it again especially on a hot day. The galbi was also really tasty and stayed hot on the plate. The banchan was the best we've had across multiple Korean restaurants. Service was excellent and lots of dine in space with bigger tables for large groups if needed. If you live in the South Bay Area definitely give this place a try!
Food was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Banchan, Bulgogi Beef, Galbi-Grilled Beef Short Ribs