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    4.1 (183 reviews)

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    Guy on the phone tried to tell me that I can't put extra toppings on the 1 topping deal. Makes no sense at all if I'm willing to pay.
    Chris L.

    Great pizza! Great customer service. Last pizza I ordered was great! They still hadn't fixed the Uber Eats and Postmates 2 topping limit issue but I let a note politely asking if they could include 2 other toppings and they courteously fulfilled my request. THANK YOU FOLKS! I recommend the large garlic butter crust pan pizza with extra cheese, mushrooms, pepperoni (2X if you're about that LIFE) and sausage. Don't forget the GARLIC DRIZZLE! Give me "Helpful" if you tried it and loved it like I did.

    Pepperoni Pizza
    Essam E.

    This is your go to spot if you want something yummy. The guys working here were very sweet and so patient with helping us decide what to order, this pizza spot did not disappoint. They made fresh pizza on the spot . We got their special ASAP supreme and a pie of pepperoni , it was phenomenal , the crust is a great balance of crispy on the bottom and fluffy throughout. The cheese melted and stretched like your childhood cartoon made you think pizza cheese should be. The pepperoni was nicely cooked on top being the perfect amount of crisp without being burnt. This pizza was perfect in its simplicity. Definitely we will back again and again .

    Pepperoni Pizza with jalapeño extra crispy
    Danielle G.

    Whoever was cooking tonight Sunday September 29. I love you. It tastes different. The crust was nice and thin, not doughy. The service is always great but I liked that the cook showed me the pizza to ask if it was crispy enough, that's super nice. Nice and clean dining area.

    Margherita pizza
    Bob F.

    The food was mediocre. Nothing like the picture. We ordered delivery and had some instructions for the restaurant that was not followed through. Based on the pictures online, we expected a sort of taste and aesthetically pleasing quality. It was none. The fries were cold, burned and tasted like it was just a plethora of garlic and salt seasoning. I ordered garlic herb fries. This seem like they just overly fried some fries, and sprinkled some garlic salt on it. The jalapeño peppers on the one hand did not have flavor at all. It was like some albino nuggets. Taste was bland, ,look was even more bland. The Thai tea set me off though! !I always get Thai tea everywhere I go (if they have it). never in my days did I have some watered down Thai tea with no sweetness to it. Not even the boba. my WORD. just everything about this was off. Do better. Check the pictures. Just a whole mess

    Pepperoni calzone
    Angie G.

    This was our first time ordering form ASAP Pizza and it did not disappoint! My husband had the pepperoni calzone and i took a bite of it and omg the cheesy deliciousness! My kids and I had just cheese pizza but it was also delicious! And the cheesy garlic bread was . Prices are really reasonable too. We're excited to have found a local pizza spot to support

    Jennifer B.

    It came through under the "hot and new" way back in the day, so I added them on my bookmarked collection. I remember looking through their menu and remember it not being extensive (which wasn't an issue) but the one thing I remember is that the pricing was great! Being it National Pizza Day, I decided to finally come through. I ordered via the Yelp app for pick up. I immediately noticed their prices were much higher compared to their menu I looked at just days prior. I was hAngry at that point, so I didn't really care. I put in an order of the ASAP Supreme pizza (requested a thin crust) a side of garlic butter sauce, 6-piece buffalo wings and breadsticks. I opted to pay in CASH since I didn't want to use a card. The food was ready when I got there and the staff immediately thanked me for the order and handed my food over. I told them I still needed to pay them. They said, "No, it's been paid. Via Grubhub." I was floored. (Okay, I'll get back to that and explain in a minute, let's get to the food first.) ASAP SUPREME: Plenty of toppings for the size and the price. As noted earlier, I requested a thin crust on the pie and yes: the crust was thin, but it was a tad bid undercooked. The dough was still chewy and could have use a little more time in the oven. However, they didn't skimp on the toppings so it was still above par overall. BUFFALO WINGS: Perfect amount of sauce, but like the crust on the pizza, could have also used a bit more cooking. A teenee crunch on the wings' skin might have elevated the experience to a better level. BREADSTICKS: This they got PERFECT. Hot, fresh, fluffy, garlicky... YUM! And for the price, it really is worth it!!! GETTING BACK TO THE WHOLE GRUBHUB THING: One of them mentioned if I was to do a pickup, they advised calling them directly than going through the app because GrubHub price their items so much more. And she's right. I did the math and it came down to this: ASAP Supreme Pizza: $10.99 GRUBHUB: $13.74 Thin Crust: $1.50 GRUBHUB: $1.88 Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce: $0.75 GRUBHUB: $0.94 6-piece wings: $6.99 GRUBHUB: $8.74 Breadsticks: $3.00 GRUB HUB: $3.75 TOTAL (PRE-TAX AND TIP): $23.23 GRUBHUB: $29.05 A difference of $5.82. This is the 2nd time I used the Yelp app to order something for pickup and the idea that greedy Grubhub made money off me without doing any work (plus the fact that no part of their fees go to the restaurants!) is not sitting well with me. (I've never used any kind of food delivery service for a reason... now I've got two!) I know, it was my fault for not being more careful and I should have been more aware, so the blame falls on my hAngerism... okay, it's me, blame is on me. Lesson learned: NEVER AGAIN!!! I tipped the restaurant in cash. FOOD: 3. It could use a bit more work and I'm keeping in mind to make special requests next time I phone an order in. SERVICE: 5. So thankful for them telling me about Grubhub's shady practice! VALUE: 4. More than fair for what you get. PARKING: Private lot shared with others. I came through at a lunch-rush but found a few spots open. OVERALL: 4. Keeping them on my radar.

    Pepperoni Pizza

    Finally tried it! Sooo good! Pepperoni pizza XL, 8 huge slices that can feed 4 people. Great customer service!

    Pizza is not good
    Monika T.

    Me and my sister just got home from ordering from you pizza is burnt and doesn't taste good and we told you light Alfredo sauce.

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    jolea h.

    This place is a hidden treasure. Very low key and unassuming from the outside. The inside is clean and spacious. My family and I went in for pizza on a Friday night and they were busy but we still were able to sit at a table and get service. I was really happy when I found out they have halal options!! The pepperoni pizza and chicken wings were amazing! My kids love the watermelon lemonade and they even eat the crust on the cheese pizza because it's so good. Definitely a go to spot!

    Extra Large Pizza
    Dominique M.

    The service here is amazing. They're so nice. The pizza is delicious! It kind of reminds me of Chuck E. Cheese and Numero Uno which are my favorites! I really like that when you request toppings you don't have to question if they added it or not. It was delicious. I had extra cheese and pineapples and it definitely was. Pizza was hot and perfect to eat even when we got home. I will be coming back here.

    Pepperoni pizza
    Berenice R.

    First time here ordering pizza and it was delicious, the whole family liked and enjoyed it. Will definitely come back again. A few days ago we stopped here for some boba drinks and they were delicious as well and the customer service was impeccable. I was entering the restaurant with my two children and they were offered lollipops right away, it was a really nice detail and my kids of course were very happy.

    Malloy W.

    Absolutely GREAT service! Food is excellent with a great variety on the menu. Many of the sauces are homemade recipes. These guys rock!!! Look them up for to go orders too! Definitely, we will be back again soon! Accept EBT patrons!!! It's worth a try, enjoy!!!! West!

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    I don't even like pizza, but I will always go to ASAP for the pepperoni pizza. And the owner is super nice. So sad that they had to closed.

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    Price and taste. My kids love their pizza. Owners are super nice and good with children.

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    Solid neighborhood pizza with no frills. Consistent and on the less expensive side compared to others. Been going here now for 2 years or so

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    Ask the Community - ASAP Pizza

    Asap pizza May you guys please update your hours ? Says 11-10pm on Fridays and you guys are closed :(

    Those hours are correct. However, we have a limited capacity for daily production so on busier nights, we do sell out earlier than the listed closing time. We apologize for any inconvenience. If we do not answer the phone and you cannot place an… 

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    The chicken was crispy and flavorful. I was dining in with one of my gf and it felt really hot in…read morethe store, I asked the young lady if they could turn the ac on but she said it was already on. Overall atmosphere was nice but it was very hot. I am giving it 3 star cause the service was great, the young lady was very nice and super helpful. It felt like she was the only one serving dine in, we saw 3 young men at the counter but only one of the young man came occasionally to help her with dine in. It seems like they had adequate staffing but it didn't seem like anybody wanted to help her, we felt bad. I hope management can help her out by having more people help her with dine in.

    Does this place sure know how to do fried chicken! Crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and…read morecoated with flavorful sauces. I recommend ordering the whole or half chickens so you get different cuts of meat. Personally, I enjoy thigh meat while my husband prefers breast or wings so it was easy for us to split the different cuts. We ordered two different halves one soy garlic and the other was red hot pepper. We both have pretty good spice tolerances and the spiciness of the red hot pepper was just on point. The chicken comes out freshly prepared so it's hot and crunchy. We ordered a side of the corn cheese which is a must for me anytime I get Korean fried chicken. They also give you sides of cabbage and pickled radish which I find provides a good palette cleanser through the meal. The meal was a bit pricy coming out to ~$60 for two people, but I also brought home 4 pieces for leftovers. This place would probably be considered more affordable if you came with a bigger group to you can split multiple orders.

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    Stopped by because tik tok said they have some of the most flavorful spicy wings. I ordered the…read more10pm eve wings combo with bbq on the side and Korean bbq. I also ordered 3 tenders with their famous "wing ferno" dry rub. The space is quite decent and had plenty of seating. The staff were nice and welcoming but wasn't as helpful as there were plenty of deals I didn't know about as a first timer, which could have benefited me. When I got home I realized despite saying bbq sauce on the side, they still sauced my wings and they were soggy by the time I got home so I needed to put them in the air fryer. The chicken had good flavor because of the sauce but it was not seasoned. The tenders were nice size, crispy and SPICY! their dry rub definitely was extremely spicy to the point I couldn't finish all 3 tenders. The fries were fresh crispy and seasoned and really good. After I left I noticed on the window there was a daily deal similar to what I ordered, I wish the staff would have notified me to help me save a couple bucks. All in all it's a cool place to order wings, however I've had better options. I may go back to try different flavors.

    I was on tik tok at home and I saw a girl do a review on Wing Ferno and immediately I wanted to…read moreorder some once I got the chance to. So yesterday I placed an order I got the 10 piece combo with lemon pepper fries and a drink. I got 5 in lemon pepper and 5 in spicy Korean and I got an extra dip and tried the diva sauce. First and foremost the lemon pepper was so good well seasoned and so crispy the spicy Korean was well seasoned too it was so tasty and the fries were perfectly cooked too. Definitely a 10/10 i will be ordering again and the diva sauce was really good it had a nice kick.

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    Finally came here after living in Gardena the last few years and hearing the hype about this spot…read more Straight to the point, definitely coming back for more! Was able to try a couple items this trips. Ordered the Bulgogi Potato Pizza 10" a which was definitely appetizing as it was filling. Great blend of flavor and distribution of ingredients, not one item took over the other which makes for a great blended pie. Also got the half crispy chicken in the soy garlic flavor. With so many other friend chicken competition around the area specifically Korean Friend Chicken, can definitely say their take is well in the running for top friend Korean flavored chicken due to the flavor and serving size. Just got the food to go this time but the service was on time based on the order details online which made for a simple and easy transaction. The inside of the restaurant has decent amount of tables and seats. Very vibrant and high energy. Will be back!

    Came here for lunch with a group of 6 friends! It wasn't too busy when we arrived, and our server…read moresat us right away. I do think they were a little understaffed because once lunch started picking up, it was harder for her to check on our table. Overall, though, service was still good! What we got: Sweet Potato Fries $5.99 | 8/10 Pretty standard sweet potato fries. Nothing too crazy, but they were good! Corn Cheese $10.99 | 8/10 Another pretty standard dish, but the portion size was really good! Plenty to share with the table. 12-Piece Extra Crispy Chicken Wings $22.99 | 9/10 We got lemon pepper and soy garlic. Lemon pepper was way better than soy garlic for me! I really liked the crispy batter and seasoning on the wings. I'd definitely come back for these. Sweet Potato Pizza $18.99 | 7/10 Very unique! The sweet potato flavor on a pizza is definitely something I'm not used to. It was a little too sweet for me, but I'm glad we tried it. Bulgogi Pizza $21.99 | 8/10 This was definitely the better of the two pizzas for me. I much preferred the savory bulgogi flavor and would order this one again. Soju $14 Can't go wrong with some soju to go with Korean fried chicken! Overall, a solid spot for Korean fried chicken, pizza, and drinks with a group. The wings were definitely the highlight for me, especially the lemon pepper!

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    chicken was very crispy and fresh. great service and ambiance. will definitely go againread more

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    4.2
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    Make sure to call and check prices. False advertising on theor website with cheaper prices. They…read morecharged $10 for a mini fried rice bowl. Listed as $8 on website. Sick of these restaurants ripping off customers. If the Pandemic ever hits again, I'll remeber the restaurants that gouged the customers and won't be supporting them.

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    3.9
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    0.5 mi
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    Furaibo is a solid izakaya spot in Gardena that really delivers on the food. We came out for a…read moregroup dinner and ordered a bunch of stuff to share and pretty much everything hit. The Japanese wings are legendary for a reason, crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and packed with flavor. Definitely lived up to the hype. Beyond the wings, we also grabbed the fried rice, skewers, and takoyaki, and honestly the takoyaki was one of the highlights of the night. Good portion, great flavor, and that perfect texture you want from it. The skewers were solid too and the fried rice rounded everything out nicely. The vibe is casual and cozy, perfect for a laid back dinner with a group. It does get busy so I'd recommend making a reservation since it's a smaller spot and fills up fast. Parking can get a little tight in the strip mall during peak hours too, just something to keep in mind. Overall a really satisfying izakaya experience in the Southbay. Been a go to spot for a lot of people in the area for a reason and after this visit I totally get why. Will definitely be back. I think besides the highlight of foods the other dishes were just pretty good.

    This is one of those restaurants I really want to like, but never lives up to my expectations. I've…read morebeen to the Sawtelle location several times. Never really impressed me. Yesterday, I visited this location for the first time. The food here was hit and miss. I tried a variety of items off of the menu. Here is a rapid fire review of each item: -Edamame: 2/5 stars. Bland. Could have at least sprinkled a dash of salt to enhance the flavor. -Miso soup: 2/5 stars. Simple and not in a good way. Outside of what looked like green onions, it was just soup. Could have at least thrown in some tofu. -Ponzu pork belly skewer: 2/5 stars. Thought this would be very tasty since I love pork belly. Wasn't soft and tender. Lacked flavor. -Fried rice: 3/5 stars. It was ordinary fried rice. Nothing distinctive to note about it. Didn't hate it. Didn't love it. -Shiitake mushroom skewers: 3/5 stars. Not bad. Could have used sauce of some kind to jazz it up a little bit, but liked the smoky flavor. -Tebasaki wings: 4/5 stars. Crispy and tasty. Would have been five stars if it came out piping hot. -Korean BBQ short ribs: 4/5 stars. Very tasty and tender. Nice flavor. Came out sizzling. -Takoyaki: 4/5 stars. Enjoyed eating this a lot. I liked that it was firm and not mushy. The mayo was a nice touch. The service here was solid. The server was nice and courteous. But she never checked on my table. Even though it wasn't all that busy, it took a minute to flag her down to get our bill. Judging by the reviews, there are many people who really like this place. For me, the food and service didn't warrant a rating any higher than a 3. Check it out for yourself and come to your own conclusions.

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