I feel bad I haven't written a review to one of my favorite Japanese food experiences for the last two decades! Tried this place when I was only 16 (now 37), and fell in love with the delicious food and stellar customer service from every employee that has ever worked there. Since I've been here through the years, every employee I've interacted with has always provided outstanding customer service, always creating a welcoming environment for all guests. I really enjoy a lot of items on their menu. Highly recommend their Mixed Tempura, Sukiyaki Bowl and Super Bowl or even the Mini Bowl menu items. They always give you a decent amount of protein to go with your carbs! Not sure or maybe picky? Just grab their 3 item combo and taste a little of their main items. Overall, love this little hole in the wall spot and will keep on coming back whenever I'm in the neighborhood. read more

Bamboo Teri House - Beef Sukiyaki Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This review is of the young lady at the register taking orders. On my receipt, server's name is SAGE T. I felt she was rushing to take my order, I wasn't done ordering, she asked anything else? I said yes and continued to look over the menu. Then after literally a few seconds, she asks, is that all? I answered, I guess that's all then. I really wasn't, but, with her tone, I was done. *** RUDEST PERSON*** there. It's 3:30pm, on a Friday, restaurant was not busy at all. Food is always good. Next I come in, and see her, I will leave or wait for someone else to take my order. I see that she's ending her shift. Cash tip is going to the next shift, waiting for miss THANG to leave. read more

I went to Bamboo Teri House yesterday after getting my nails done next door and decided to grab something quick to eat. I ordered the two-combo plate with noodles and salad, and went with the chicken katsu and ginger chicken. The food was pretty good. Nothing super fancy or over-the-top, but definitely a solid meal for a decent price. The place was actually pretty packed when I went, which is usually a good sign. I ordered to go, so I can't speak much about the full dine-in service. But the employees at the register were very helpful and really nice, especially when making recommendations. One thing to know is parking is not great. There's very limited parking in that area, so you may have to circle a bit or park nearby. I'd recommend it if you're looking for a good, casual meal that won't break the bank. Flavor Profile (for reference): Umami-forward (savory, salty depth) Acidic or bright (tangy + sour) Pungent & intense (spicy + bitter notes) Drink Preference (for reference): Bitter-forward cocktails Balanced acidity Light sweetness only, not overly sugary read more

Bamboo Teri House - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

I was actually planning on eating at another place in this plaza and then I saw Bamboo Teri House and remembered I've been wanting to try this place out for a while! Lots of daily specials and the menu is quite extensive too. I ordered to go so I went with a combo which was really tasty! Good portions too. Parking can be challenging but when is it ever easy in Long Beach! read more

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Bamboo Teri House is a winner. When in Long Beach we like to stop here for a quick lunch.. they have great lunch specials.. the lovely missus tells me this was her favorite place during her college and medical career days. She has her Teri chicken and noodles with vegetable tempura and a salad... my tasty meal consisted of chicken Teri on a bed of white rice, a couple slices of CA roll and chicken on a stick over noodles. It was yummy and very friendly service. There will be no hesitation if the missus chooses Bamboo Teri House. read more

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Came here for the second time now. Looking at my first review I thought maybe it's better this time. Well it was ok. Wish it was better but I was dissatisfied with my roll. I guess I won't order rolls here. read more

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Bamboo Teri House has been serving the Long Beach community for over forty years and it's something that we need to continue to support! While they do have sushi rolls that you could sample at a discount for happy hour before 5pm, it's the teriyaki and Japanese Curry that I crave from here. For a little over $30 on a Tuesday, I was able to get (1) a "Funtastic Tempura Bowl" ($12.60) for shrimp/vegetable tempura, teriyaki chicken, rice, and noodles, (2) a teriyaki chicken bowl ($12.50), and (3) a plate of vegetable tempura with six pieces ($6). This was easily enough for my wife and I, and we felt that it was a great value. I intend to take my coworkers here with me on weekday happy hour before 5pm for some appetizers and $14 Sapporo pitchers. Overall, I think they have pretty filling rice bowls, and I hope that this place stands for another forty years; however, that will depend on the community continuing to support it! read more

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Was visiting niece in hospital and her favorite food is a crunchy roll. Looked up some places near hospital this one popped up and it was delicious. Roll was good size I also ordered a beef bowl best one I have tried yet. Place has a good happy hour. Inside it's spacious plenty of seating. Service is great will def be coming back when I'm in the area. read more

Bamboo Teri House - Angus Beef Currie - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This place always delivers. Been coming here for 20 years. Good food. Good people. Teriyaki sauce is the best.

I was there yesterday i ordered 4 items worth $60+ for to go. When i got home and eat with family. We just got 2 soy sauce 3 of my ordered need to put soy sauce in one order at least 2-3 soy sauce. 2 of my ordered is NO SOY SAUCE! I got pissed and ignored. The next day today. I saw my ordered again bcuz we didnt eat it. Now I decided to out review into this! If i can put 0 i will. No chopstick and gender is too dry. You guys charged a lot and this is what we got!!!!!!! read more

Bamboo Teri House - This is one of my ordered. - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Solid little spot for some affordable, delicious eats. Crowded and a little cluttered, this place gives off some longstanding lowkey local vibes. But remember, you're not coming for some super chic ambiance, you're coming to fill your belly in this economy. Their ichiban dinner special has a whole lotta variety for ~$16: chicken teriyaki on rice, katsu, some tempura, a couple maki, a gyoza, a spring roll, and seaweed salad all neatly packed in a bento. I got the Super Bowl (~$14), which was chicken teriyaki, two pieces of tempura, a couple pieces of their sesame chicken (bomb), and steamed veggies. I was expecting more than two baby carrots and a broccoli floret for my veggies, but shouldn't complain -- they were very generous with the protein. The Mini Bowl (~$9) had rice, yakisoba, chicken teriyaki, and sesame chicken as well. It seemed like a good amount of food for a reasonable price tag. All together, our family of 4 was able to eat for about $60. Supporting a local business in the process? That's definitely a win. read more

Bamboo Teri House - Ichiban Dinner Special - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Ordered at 725 on a Wednesday night and they wouldn't let me sit down after ordering bc they decided to tell me after the fact if taking my money that it was take out only!??? read more

On one hand, I want to gate keep this place because I don't want it to get too crowded. However, I need them to stay open so I have to share. I've been going to Bamboo Teri House for over 24 years. I love sushi and no matter where I go. I always compare any new sushi I'm trying to Bamboo Terri House. Always fresh, always prepared well with the perfect amount of seasonings for all their dishes. The way they add the tempura to make any sushi roll crunchy is perfection. I don't want to start naming the rolls because they are all so yummy! I've never had a bad roll here. Even though they went up on the pricing, it's still very reasonable. You can get some great deals with their specials or happy hour. It's small but quaint. They always keep everything clean and they periodically update the decor. I will keep coming back here for the sushi, the noodles, salad, miso soup, teriyaki chicken, tempura, etc. By the way, the tempura here is crunchy and not greasy, simply delicious. The staff is consistently awesome. If you know you know! They are one of the best! read more

Bamboo Teri House - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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We wish there was a Teri House in Pedro! Love this place. The food is always good, there's always a special, and the people are so nice. read more

I literally work down the street and how have I not been here ?! The food is soo good I like to call it comfort Japanese food everything just hit the spot !! And such great deals ! And service was exceptional ! Eating there felt like home ! read more

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This is my FAVORITE Japanese restaurant to go to! I work nearby and all of us get it at least once or twice a week for lunch. They're always so kind, very mom and pop feel. And the food is great quality, not something you normally see with a place that has such a huge menu. Inside it's very homey and the decor is quirky which I love. read more

Bamboo Teri House - Chicken udon and spicy crunchy tuna roll - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Mad at myself i didn't know about this gem sooner. Mom & Pop restaurant and a very familiar atmosphere with an abundance of Japanese restaurants growing up in southbay & Hawaii in the late 1990's. You'll find the owners making their rounds working hard. Food is solid and nostalgic. Menu is extensive from sushi to bento to soup, as with most Japanese eateries, but they don't skimp on quality or portions. Support local. I love that they're still in business over 40 years. Will be back for more! Edited: Wife and I had our "ratatouille moment" whilst enjoying the food yesterday. I need to share this spot with all my friends and family - hope this restaurant stays alive for many more years to come. read more

This little hole in the wall has been around forever and has some of the best food. The prices are somewhere between fast food and sit down restaurant. If you go for lunch, they always have daily specials that are a bargain. There is also a happy hour menu from 2pm to 5pm. I've never had anything I didn't like. Craving Japanese food? Limited on time and didn't want to break the bank? This is your spot. read more

Bamboo Teri House - Fantastic Tempura Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Loved everything about our meal here! We got combo plates and a super shrimp roll for HH. Came out to $40. Also love the cozy vibe when you dine in. Will definitely be coming back read more

Ok so talking about what "Authentic Japanese food" - since 80's this restaurant is owned and run by a Japanese couple from Japan. They have so many variety of food you can think of (or even more than you know!) and now, they have that loving Matcha Late too (hey Starbucks?) and series of good Ramen, which the owner pursuit for the best noodle and soup for that. Sushi - been always taste good Japanese sushi (because, you know, some other places, they don't taste fish at all) and this time I tried "Miso Salmon roll" for the first time, and It was soooooo GOOD!!! Waiting time is nothing to complain! Thare are so many more menu that I need to try, so I will be back for my ... maybe like 30th time, soon next month. :) So funny when I was eating lunch there last Friday, 3 friends coincidentally came to come eat at the same time! Love this place!!! read more

Bamboo Teri House - Tonkotsu Ramen - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Staff: They were incredibly helpful, friendly, and a pleasure to be helped by. Quality/Quantity: The food was delicious with fair portion size. Everything was fresh and tasted well seasoned. No complaints only a happy belly for all of us. Value: Fair and I like with other places. Overall: Really happy with the experience and will continue to come here as I have for the past 20 years or so. The place was packed so I am happy to see them doing well. Pro tip: They now have poke bowls. Really good! I would only suggest they offer cold or hot rice with it. Some prefer one or the other. read more

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I have been a customer for a length of time. On every single occasion the food has been outstanding. The service is always excellent. Decorations follow whatever holiday or season is current. Very comfortable atmosphere. I can't imagine anyone being disappointed. read more

this place is very lovely, it has Delicious food, great service and comfy atmospher. For dessert I recommend the tempura ice cream! They have perfected it! read more

Bamboo Teri house is a Long Beach staple. It's a small Mom and Pop shop that is packed with a punch. You can come here and get a 5 course meal for under 15 bucks. Steal! Make sure you check out their lunch specials. You can get a little bit of everything. This isn't a fancy joint but guaranteed good, cheap meal. I love the woman who runs the front. She is the sweetest and is so warm and welcoming. Stop by here and check them out! Watch out for the limited parking. It's on a small strip mall with not much parking read more

delicious & excellent service!!!! always good meal ~ fair pricing ~ nice atmosphere! one of my favorites in lb read more

I always come the food so gud try the two item combo AND GET THE SUPER SHRIMP. My husband loves the super shrimp. customer service is very good. read more

Fantastic Japanese comfort food. No frills or up charges they have all the favorites. Service was attentive and fast. Environment is nothing special. They make it look nice but it's not decked out for a Valentine's date night. read more

The food is always amazing here. I had Chicken Udon and The Tuesday Special Two different Tempura and Veggies read more

I've been coming here my whole life and they've been so consistent and welcoming. Teri House istg highlight and a must every time I come to Long Beach, no exception. They are amazing. read more

Bamboo Teri House - My sister ready for her delicious bowl - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Long time customer! They have upped their game. They now serve you for dinner..even your fountain drinks. Good food and wonderful staff. read more

Dinner visit, great service, dinner special was delicious! Ramen was good but level one spicy was too spicy for me but flavor was spot on! Nice environment, fast service! read more

First timer here and I see why everyone loves this place. I tried their chicken katsu curry rice plate, tempura deep fried ice cream, and some plum wine. The flavor was amazing! :) read more

Bamboo Teri House - Tempura fried ice cream - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

The best sushi spot in Long Beach maybe even all of LA! The crunchy rolls are always perfect. And they always bring the holiday spirit, especially around Christmas. You guys gotta come check them out! read more

Bamboo Teri House - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Honestly it's not bad food genuinely. I've came here twice it's not bad, it's cute lol the environment or ambiance is chill. But the issue? The service. To get into the good, (don't know names so forgive me) There was a short (for me I'm 6'1) Asian girl. She was really fun, was engaging, and very sweet. I've came in with my mom once, and my mother and sister the other time. The problem? Well the 3rd time we came in there were two Hispanic looking women. They seemed to be friends as they were talking about something when we walked in, they kinda kept talking while we stood in-front of them so we sat ourselves (keep in mind we're the only ones here. It's like 5pm) on weds 22. Anyway we're sitting for a good minute or two. No service no mention. So we just get up and leave through the same front door we walked in. They're still talking to each other. So lowkey they're the reason for the 2 loss of stars cuz the place is lowkey a damn 5. But those two kinda soured the mood and I don't think we'll be back for a while. read more

I would give Six stars because of their hospitality i would definitely recommend the tempura ice cream as well give it a try

I just tried their new lunch special number #3...... Beyond fire! Service was quick and food was hot! Doesn't get any better during lunch hour! I'll be back for Happy Hour after work! read more

Bamboo Teri House - Lunch Specials - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

This is a family owned Japanese restaurant that's been around for many years. The cooks are really Japanese and I guess they are the owners. I keep on coming back. Excellent food! read more

Bamboo Teri House - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

One thing I ll miss about working at the 76 gas station to cross the street, one of my favorite things on Saturday was getting their dinner. I didn't have a special one just like the variety. One thing I hate about losing that job is I don't get to go to Bamboo Teri house anymore I love the food, mom and pop place was really good prices are reasonable too. read more

Came in for a 3rd time and I must say they are very consistent. I ordered a classic chicken teriyaki bowl every time and it was ALWAYS delicious, the chicken is very tender not dry at all very moist but you still get a hint of that Char taste from the grill. The teriyaki sauce they use you can tell they make in house super savory and not to sweet, and last but not least the rice VERY VERY VERY GOOD rice it's not dry at all very moist and fluffy as it should be, not to mention the restaurant is very nice and clean and give you that old school feeling. I eat teriyaki a lot and this is definitely at the top of the list right now. Almost forgot to mention they are very nice and polite and service is fast, the service is great! Definitely will be my go to spot for lunch. read more

There was a time in my life when I frequented Teri House quite often, and here I was in the neighborhood ready to eat for nostalgia's sake. The menu has pretty generous offerings of all sorts of Japanese fare. Any craving you might have can definitely be satiated here. I ordered the chicken katsu curry ($13.07). The chicken katsu was lightly battered, keeping the chicken nice and moist. It sat on top of a bed of rice - the kind that reminds me of sushi rice. They keep the curry separate to prevent the katsu from getting soggy which seems logical, but this isn't always the case. The katsu curry was giving what it needed to give and I was here for it. My friend also ordered the 3 item combo plate ($16.78): chicken teriyaki, California roll, and shrimp tempura (+$1). The plates come with rice, pan fried noodles, salad and miso soup. Granted everything fits neatly into a styrofoam box, but still - so much variety for what you pay. Everything in the combo box was excellent. Each single item was high qual. No complaints whatsoever. If you're looking for a quick and easy lunch, make Bamboo Teri House your stop. read more

Bamboo Teri House - chicken katsu curry = $13.07 - Japanese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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