Really enjoyed breakfast at Ladybug Café on S. Western Ave. I had the Hawaiian French Toast, which…read morewas delicious, and others in my group had other solid breakfast choices, Bob's Omelette and Breakfast Burrito. If you come with a group, it's worth having everyone try something different so you can get a better feel for the menu. Also, because my French toast would have felt a little carb heavy without some sharing The portions are generous, the staff is friendly, and the vibe is cozy-casual and welcoming. Great local spot for a relaxed breakfast

Came into Ladybug Cafe, Gardena for brunch. If you've ever wake up feeling that hunger feeling and…read moredon't want to cook on a Sunday morning, Ladybug has you covered. The service here is so good I started checking my pockets to make sure I didn't accidentally tip BEFORE the meal. These folks are friendly, fast, and have that "we actually like our jobs" energy that instantly puts you in a good mood, aside of my morning coffee. The food is solid and comforting. The kind of good that makes you nod at your plate like you're agreeing with it. You know what I am talking about. Every dish comes out looking like it knows it's about to be appreciated. Flavorful, satisfying, and zero drama, just how I like my meals and my relationships. Ambiance is casual, clean, and chill. It's the type of spot where you can roll in wearing gym shorts, eat like a champion, and still feel classy. No weird vibes, just a clean space that lets the food do the talking. Ladybug cafe is the kind of neighborhood spot you keep in rotation, reliable, tasty, and pleasantly unbothered. I'll definitely be back... probably sooner than my diet would prefer. Miguel C.

absolutely love this store! They have an incredible variety of products, and I can always find…read moreeverything I need to make Japanese food, sushi, and just about any other Asian dish. Their selection of ingredients is amazing, and they carry items that are hard to find elsewhere. They also have a fantastic prepared foods section. Everything is fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced, making it a great option whether you're shopping for ingredients or grabbing a quick meal. This is definitely one of my favorite stores, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for quality Asian groceries and fresh prepared foods!

I absolutely love Tokyo Central, it literally has everything and more. Every time I go, I spend…read more$100+. I used to think Trader Joe's was dangerous... no, Tokyo Central is dangerous. You go in for what you know, and that already gets you caught up, but then you also want to try something new because there's always something new to try. Sometimes it's a gamble, sometimes it's amazing and you're like "OMG! I need this every time," and sometimes you're like "what was that?" And you really don't know what it was because the descriptions aren't in English. The staff is always super friendly. If you go for hot food during lunchtime, you will get caught up because you'll want to pile your plate high and forget they weigh it & you can easily end up with a $24 plate on top of all your groceries. They have great sweet treats that aren't super high in sugar, which is a plus. Their ramens are my favorite. I've probably tried every one. My favorite is the one with the black pieces in it (I think they're mushrooms). I still haven't tried the mushrooms, but the creamy broth mix is everything. Their sparkling sodas are always delicious. My favorite is the Hello Kitty strawberry one. I told all my friends about it, and me and my sister go regularly. My sister loves the banana milk! Definitely recommend!

I have been going to this Poke spot since I was in middle school and oh my gosh I would be so sad…read moreif it ever were to go. I have tried all of their poke flavors but my go to has to be the Ahi (tuna) & Salmon! The fish tastes fresh but also not fishy which I love!! They also aren't stingy on the furikake flakes! They have other options as well such as rice plates, spam, egg, chicken katsu etc! Also don't forget to grab a drink! Side dish options are not a problem because they have so many! I always get a side of picked daicon or seaweed salad Parking: 8/10 (next to a middle school and lot is shared amongst the stores in the plaza) Food: 10/10 Service 10/10 (workers are always so friendly and are QUICK

I wish I saw the other person reviews from 6 days ago who also delat with the sngry girl eith…read moreglasse ( i assume her name is Joyce bc her name was on the receipt). I took pics of the poke as I was waiting for my friend to tell me what she wanted. I asked the cashier for a sample of the ginger and she gave me one. I then ordered for myself a pound of ginger poke. When I asked the cashier for more time she seemed annoyed, mind you there was only one other person and she was waiting for her friend to call back because she also was doing the same and waiting for a text based upon pictures. The cashier acted annoyed that the both of us were waiting for text before finalizing our order. Meanwhile? I had asked for another sample of the oyster but she curtly told me that there's only one sample per person (this should have been posted). The cashier Joyce was unpleasant in her demeanor and didn't bother to say thank you for your purchase and I had to request for a receipt of the over $40 worth of poe I had just made. Even if the poke blows me away, the angry demeanor of your cashier left a sour taste in my mouth and I will be taking my money to other establishments where the greet you with a smile and seem grsteful for your business such as Auntie Mailies, Alii, Jus Poke or if in OC Ai Pono or Kawamoto.

Ali'i Hawaiian Grill has become one of my favorite poke places to eat in the South Bay. The fish is…read morealways incredibly fresh, the portions are generous, and the quality is consistently outstanding. My favorite is the Original Hawaiian Ahi. The flavor is absolutely perfect and it's the dish I keep coming back for. The Sweet & Spicy is another excellent option if you're looking for something with a little kick. The customer service has been outstanding every time I've visited. Everyone is friendly, welcoming, and genuinely cares about making your experience a great one. The restaurant is clean, inviting, and has a great atmosphere. They also have an incredible happy hour from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM with $5 tacos, including chicken, pork, and poke options. They're absolutely delicious and one of the best food deals you'll find in the South Bay. Their Spam musubi is also fantastic and definitely worth trying. I've eaten at just about every poke spot in the South Bay, and Ali'i Hawaiian Grill is the one I keep coming back to. If you haven't been here yet, you're missing out. Do yourself a favor, give them a try, and help spread the word. They deserve the support!

Amazing spicy ahi! Customer service is the best here…read more I got a small bowl with spicy ahi and rice. I ordered a side of avocado and that was roughly ~$16 which is a bit on the pricier side of poke but it definitely was filling. However the quality is amazing. Highly recommend trying this place if you're nearby!

The options here are fantastic, and I really like the ordering style. The order form makes it easy…read moreto see all the choices and offers great ways to customize your poke bowl. The service is fast, and the food is delicious and reasonably priced. It's a great spot to grab a quick lunch.

This might be one of our TOP POKE spots to go to, says the review of my son who's in Elementary…read moreSchool, yet is an aficionado of Sushi and Poke, that loves Japanese Raw Fish. The staff are friendly, and the portions are well balanced. The game changer I feel is they mix the Poke and ingredients in the bowl for a perfect balance and blend of the flavor. My son recommends the "Eel Sauce" as a tasty choice coupled with the shrimp, salmon, and tuna as well as the small orange fish eggs. They do have a frequent buyer punch card promotion too. Parking can be harder but also can be quite easy if you're willing to walk and park off the main street (and the benefit to that is the further out you go, you don't have to pay via parking meters and can enjoy the day without clock watching, and even the residential areas with free parking time limits, if you walk further you can park all-day (sans street cleaning hours on a specific date clearly stated on street signs).

Torrance Food Crawl #442…read more Ali'i Hawaiian Grill offers a minimalist approach with a simple menu that has a limited selection. For the Poke bowls, select your bowl size, pick two from the four or so fish choices, a base (rice or salad), and for most bowls a side or two. After several visits, my experience has been fine each time. Good quality fish and fresh sides. There are also some plate options where you can select Huli Chicken or Kalua Pork. I've tried both the chicken and pork (though not on the plate option), and both were excellent. This location used to be strictly take-out, but now there are two tables inside if you'd like to sit inside. I feel compelled to mention that when I recently visited this location, they had a health grade of B from LA County displayed in the window. Yelp shows that they had 14 health code violations on September 18. Usually, I don't show too much concern for these health scores, but when a restaurant's primary product is raw fish, a lower score gets my attention.

There aren't many places where you can just get poke, by itself, without a bowl. If you truly love…read morepoke, try it by itself sometime. I was a fan of their El Segundo location but I believe it is gone. This place had about 5 or 6 different fresh poke styles available during our visit. We tried the Hawaiian, the Creamy Garlic Crunch, and the Sweet and Spicy. We also ordered the Chips and Smoked Ahi Dip, and the Huli Chicken Bowl. I think I loved everything. The Creamy Garlic Crunch poke was especially amazing. It had a slight spicy kick to it and it was rich and delicious. The chips that came with the dip were obviously freshly-made wontons and I could have eaten a hundred of them. The dip was good but not as flavorful as I had hoped or had in the past. For the chicken bowl, the rice and cucumbers that came with the chicken were excellent. You get a ton of mac salad and it is excellent. The chicken was solid, too. Unless they are hiding in plain sight, the places that just sell fresh poke, without the bowl, are few and far between in Southern California. I love poke bowls, too, but sometimes the poke by itself (with the different sauces and seasoning) is just incredible. This spot serves delicious fresh poke and I will always be a fan.

this is hands down my favorite poke place in socal. the store itself is pretty small, but there are…read morea tables where you can eat inside, and a few tables outside the store. there is usually a line, but it moves fast! my go-to flavors to order are spicy and local's wasabi. the spicy is so creamy, savory, and full of umami which balances out the sharp, salty shoyu-wasabi flavor profile of local's wasabi. for the sides, i always get spicy edamame and wonton chips. DELISH!!!! i'm actually addicted to this place! also they have a pretty sick rewards program that i love utilizing!

Usually this is my go-to poke spot by the ocean. I'm even willing to wait 20+ minutes because it's…read morehonestly that good. The reason I'm leaving this review, though, is because of the staff. I came by this afternoon after waiting in a long line, and the service was just terrible. As soon as I started ordering, the woman scooping our poke looked me and my friends up and down and made a disgusted face. We had already waited over 20 minutes for our food, so being judged that openly was really disappointing. She barely acknowledged us while taking our order, didn't confirm anything, and even scooped some fish only to scrape half of it back off. It just felt rude and unwelcoming. The food is delicious, and I understand why the wait is always so long, but the judgmental attitude from the staff really ruined the experience. I don't feel comfortable coming back with my female friends because we felt judged, and the service reflected that. I really encourage management to work on improving the customer service because the food deserves better.

Took a friend here for her first Poke experience. The fish was fresh, the toppings were good and…read morethe sauces were on par with most of the mainstream places. It was odd because everyone we watched order, had no idea what to do. But on the flip side, these guys are getting the new customers. Only a few tables but they were clean. The drink selection was great as well. I would be happy to go back

Was craving poke and decided to give this spot a try! In terms of value and quality, I do think you…read moreget a great bang for your buck here for sure! I do think I've had better poke elsewhere, BUT I am not taking anything away from the quality here! I'd for sure come back to try other items on the menu! Shout out to the staff member working (I forgot his name) that helped with suggestions when I was feeling a bit indecisive