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    NAM Kitchen - Gardena

    4.8 (2.6k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Katherine M.

    came here for brunch with some friends and the food didn't disappoint! my friends got the pho and I got the angus ribeye steak noodles and it was a good portion of food. the servers always checked on us as well to make sure the food was good. will definitely come back when I'm back in town!

    OXTAIL FRIED RICE
    Mylinh S.

    Went here for a lunch date and got Pho Dac Biet (not pictured), Oxtail Fried Rice and Ribeye Garlic Noodles. The food was delicious honestly I loved it and so did my partner. The oxtail was deliciously tender in the fried rice and the sauce packed immense flavor! Ribeye steak was juicy and tender as well along with the bouncy yummy garlic noodles . Pho was pretty good as well especially after adding the classic aromatics. I wish I could've drank that bowl all the way down but I was sweating because we sat next to the window and it was hot outside oops lol Parking is easy as there's a larger lot out front and back for the plaza. Docked a star because there were a couple flies harassing our plates LOL

    Crispy Roll (Cha Gio)
    Jane K.

    Amazinggggggg I was very shocked and how fast the food comes out! They got it on lock!!! Everything we ate was good! Some things I'd get again... prawn garlic noodles and the short rib pho! The ube viet coffee was amazing!!! The drinks are good my friend said she couldn't really taste her matcha coconut drink but i thought it was nice, buttery and light. Eggroll were nice and crispy I like how you can make it into a spring roll they give you veggies and sauce to go with it... Oxtail fried rice was good! Blander than expected but I like bland lol the soy sauce was a nice touch. I mixed mine w the chili oil. Service was great, food came out quick and presentation was 10/10 The chili oil is also so fricking good! They accidentally gave us a small side of pho but let us keep it- thank you servers Will be back

    Sarah Y.

    Very solid spot for Vietnamese fusion food. From the moment I walked in, I liked the aesthetic--clean, modern, and warm with plenty of wood tones--and the staff was welcoming and friendly. The food was delicious, and everything I tried was solid. I especially enjoyed the tiger prawn garlic noodles. The shrimp was soft, smoky, and flavorful, pairing really well with the garlic noodles, which had a nice balance without being overly garlicky. The pho was solid as well, and I also tried the truffle fried rice, which was another good choice. Overall, definitely worth checking out if you enjoy Vietnamese food with a more modern, fusion-inspired twist. Found free parking at the lot!

    Oxtail fried rice
    MyChi N.

    Highly recommend trying this place out! The food is delicious, and there's a reason why it's ranked #3 on Yelp for 2026. We ordered the oxtail fried rice, house chicken wings, cucumber salad, and Cajun shrimp garlic noodles. The highlight for me got to be the Cajun shrimp garlic noodles and the chicken wings! The garlic noodles had the perfect texture and seasoning. The flavors were so well balanced, especially the garlic and butter. The Cajun tiger prawns were plump and grilled to perfection. And the aji sauce is mind-blowing! It's so good that I had to try to recreate it at home. It's the perfect sauce for dipping pretty much everything in. My boyfriend really enjoyed the house wings. He said the sauce was unlike anything he had ever tried before and that they were the best-flavored wings he's ever had. They are definitely spicy, though, so be warned. It seems like the oxtail fried rice is one of their most popular dishes, but we both thought it was just okay. It has a strong basil flavor that almost mimics the flavors of pho. Nothing crazy. The cucumber salad was also good. It's a great appetizer or palate cleanser between dishes. The cucumbers are crunchy, the dressing is flavorful, and it's refreshing.

    VIETNAMESE ICED LATTE
    Joy C.

    Loved that they have a waitlist and customers are in and out so there's not much of a wait. The parking lot is horrible though, I was lucky to have found an empty spot. Service was excellent. I know, you'd think service at a Vietnamese restaurant is excellent? Yes. The staff was always on the lookout of empty glasses of water to refill and are quick to direct you where the restrooms are. Food was on point. Short rib pho was so good. Cha gio crispy and had enough of veggies to wrap it with. Lomo saltado was the bomb, the sauce really elevated the dish. And the oxtail fried rice reminded me of a Filipino comfort food, which is corned beef fried rice. Their coffee was perfect too! Overall an amazing experience at Nam Kitchen and loved that they weren't overpriced.

    OXTAIL FRIED RICE
    Marsha C.

    Surprisingly super delicious. Staff was friendly and service was fast. There's inside is modern and well lit and they have high chairs for the little one. The wings and spring rolls were amazing and the pho was comforting. Our eyes were bigger than our tummies so we took the oxtail friend rice to go and it was so delicious the next day for lunch.

    Matt O.

    Soooo good! I've been looking for a deep flavor pho broth since I've moved here! I'm so glad we went to this place as it's not too far away from home and definitely my new "sick day" essentials. The meat was very tender and the amount of food was very worth it! I believe both ended up being around 37ish dollars which I think is a steal for a meal for two. I wish we had ordered the oxtail fried rice and chicken wings, but that'll have to be visit #2. Service was quick and it had a cool vibe.

    George T.

    I went to Nam Kitchen in Gardena 100% because of the Yelp reviews. They had the top Yelp 100 places to eat and I see why. I wanted Asian fusion. I gotta say, I looked at the pictures and said if they're as good as these pictures, we're good. I had the golden pear salad. FYI, I went with a friend and both of us could not finish that salad it is enough for four people. Then he got the garlic noodles and salmon. Since I'm a ribeye connoisseur, I had the ribeye and garlic noodles. Based on price, they have very good size portions too. Thang was our server. He had a great personality, we talked about the menu and the food, just very helpful. So 10/10 on service and 10/10 on food. That food was delicious. And I'm gonna say ten on timing bringing the food out. Everything was seasoned right. There's only one place that has better garlic noodles and they are in beverly hills, and they're much more expensive. So it's five stars all day. I gotta give my all gas no brakes rating!!!

    TIGER PRAWN GARLIC NOODLES
    Adrienne G.

    I was skeptical that this place was in the Yelp Top 100, but after eating there, I understand why. The servers were very attentive. And it's a bright, inviting space. Everything we ate was so well seasoned, even the cauliflower which most places manage to screw up (bland and undercooked). Let's get into what we tried: Cucumber salad: it was beautiful, but I actually prefer mine cut smaller. It didn't mess up the taste though. I do wish the sauce was a little thicker. But a solid dish. Crispy rolls: very good wrapped in the lettuce and basil leaves. Not sure if they'd be as good without. But I'd eat them again. Tiger prawn garlic noodles: those prawns were huge. They were also seasoned very well. And the noodles... awesome! Cauliflower beef garlic noodles: I already mentioned how well the cauliflower and noodles were. I wish the cauliflower pieces were cut smaller so that I could have some in every bite, but not a deal breaker. Same with the beef. They give healthy portions. So I took it home and cut it up myself. Oxtail fried rice: this was, for me, the star of the show! The oxtail was shredded and throughout the dish which I loved. As Guy Fieri says, the rice would have been delicious "served on a flip flop." Also like Guy, I would skip the egg. But so good! I can't wait to go back and try the pho. If the other dishes are any indication, I'm sure it's off the charts!

    YUZU PEPPER PORK CHEEK
    Miguel C.

    Pulled up to Nam Vietnamese Kitchen early and it was the best move. No wait, great energy, and super friendly service. The decor is modern, stylish, and surprisingly cozy, definitely one of the cleaner, more polished Vietnamese spots in Gardena. The food slapped. Fresh, flavorful, and comforting without being heavy, "I'm lying, I was full and loving every moment of it." I left already thinking about what I'm ordering next time. This place is an easy repeat visit. Miguel C.

    Calina N.

    I came here with my family twice already. The pho is amazing. What makes it stand out is the meat, it's so tender! The lychee drink was super delicious. Service is quick and friendly. This is my new go-to pho spot when I'm in the area!

    Oxtail Fried Rice
    Clarissa P.

    Everything from the food, the service, and the ambiance, this place was amazing! The pho broth has a deep and rich, but clean flavor. The golden pear salad was delicious and fresh tasting. The Ube coffee was Sooo good, and the oxtail fried rice was tasty! Great portions as well. We'll be back again!

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    Love this place so much! Food is so flavorful and very quick service!! 10/10 recommend!!!

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    Unlimited refill noodles and friendly staff, nothing to complain bout. Went with friends after work and we had a great experience.

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    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yes. They have beer and wine.

    Does Nam Kitchen take lunch reservations?

    They have a sign in sheet at the front when you walk in to put your name, party size, and phone number down. If there isn't a wait at the time, you are usually just seated immediately without having to sign in.… 

    Do they have their beer and wine license yet?

    "yes"

    Is it gluten free?

    yes I believe they have gluten free options if you request it and ask the waiters.

    When will the Torrance (Lomita?) location be open? On Arlington?

    Hi, thank you for asking! Our second NAM Kitchen location in Lomita is currently under remodeling. We're aiming to open by the end of this year or early 2026. The address will be:… 

    Hi there! I was wondering what your vegan options are? Meaning no meat/seafood(including broth), dairy, eggs, and honey. :)

    They had one vegan option on the menu when we went - and it was delicious! It would be nice if there were more, but that one option will get us back to this restaurant again.

    Do they have tv screens?

    Yes

    Do you accept cash as a form of payment?

    Yes they do and you can even get a 5% off if you use cash as well!

    Can we order from Grubhub?

    Yes, you can order on Grubhub, Uber , Doordash and Toast Online

    Do they serve wine and beer?

    Soon, they are waiting for approval for their license to serve beer and wine.

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    Sodam Boba & Poke Cafe - Mango Fruit Tea

    Sodam Boba & Poke Cafe

    4.8(208 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    $$

    Food is delicious and quality is great. They give you large portions for a very low price. I…read morethought clerk made a mistake at first, but it was just a great price. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. Store is a little small, but there are seats. May be better to order carryout during busy hours. I highly recommend this place. It's a definite gem that I will be adding to my list of faves!

    I was really excited to see that they offered Onigirazu and Okinawa style musubis, because I love…read moreboth of these items but they're not really offered anywhere close to me. The only place that does okinawa musubi that I knew of is in koreatown, and I don't know of any spots that does onigirazu in LA. The okinawa style musubi was amazing and monstrously thick, thicker than some burgers I've had. I really enjoyed the shrimp tempura onigirazu as well, and will definitely be back to try the other varieties. I once traveled for 40 min in New York to try out a spot that also had shrimp tempura onigirazus, but they were only sold prepackaged and cold, so it's such a bonus to have them made fresh. Owners were extremely friendly and offered a large cup of cold water when I picked up my food which is a god send in this heat wave we've been experiencing. This is such a friendly and affordable mom and pop shop, and my platonic ideal of a restaurant. I would be a regular here at least twice a week if I was a resident, I'm jealous of the locals that can frequent this gem anytime they want.

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    We are selling Onigiri (Okinawa style with Spam and egg) for $4.99. It's big and delicious for the price! Give it a try! Thank you!

    Sausalido Cafe - Dragon Noodles

    Sausalido Cafe

    4.8(158 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Free parking

    It was our first time here. I had the Banging chicken, two of my daughters had the chicken and…read morefries, my other day had the breakfast #2, and my husband had Dragon Noodles. The portions were quite large. My daughters/toddlers could have shared the chicken and fries, it was a lot. The Banging Chicken and Dragon Noodles were great. We also ordered strawberry smoothie, a berry smoothie and Acai bowl, which were all very tasty too. We found this place on Google maps and I'm glad we stopped by. I highly recommend it, because not only was the good delicious, but the staff was friendly. It was a cute, and clean little spot.

    If you're not coming to Sausalido Cafe you're missing out on more than just great tasting food!…read more I've been here a few times and the owner, Julius, is always there greeting you when you first walk in, welcoming you with a genuine "hello" and bright smile whether it's your first time or you've been before. I stopped in on a Tuesday for lunch and knew I was going to get the curry puffs. The last time I ordered these I was with a friend and had to share but not this time. I was on a solo lunch and looking forward to the puffs! To say they are "perfect" seems insufficient. They were fried incredibly well, hot, crunchy, tasty, but never greasy. And these little puffs were filled with minced beef, potatoes, and seasoning! For my main dish, I chose the dragon noodles (pad thai) with chicken. All the veggies in the dish were cooked perfectly, nothing too mushy, just the right amount of crunch/bite to the cabbage, broccoli, and carrots. And the chicken was chunky! And while I loved everything about the dish, the sprinkling of the crushed peanuts was *chef's kiss*. There's no skimping on those peanuts here. As I write this I'm excited for the leftover noodles waiting for me. When you walk into Sausalido you really do feel welcomed. The space is unassuming in the best way possible. Posters of the drinks they offer (coffee, smoothies, boba) adorn the walls, along with pictures of the various food items they have. The restaurant is across the street from Alondra Park and there are other businesses in the center. So, if you need to do your laundry do that and grab a meal at Sausalido. Get a massage and then get food at Sausalido. Get your nails done and head next door to Sausalido for a treat. Get here and get here quick!

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    Ladybug Café - Chicken katsu

    Ladybug Café

    4.4(516 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Mylee, is the greatest waitress! Amazing service and great food and very low cost. Great place to…read morebring the family

    Why has no one told me about this gem??…read more As soon as you enter the restaurant, it feels like your grandparents home. I mean that as a compliment, follow my train of thought now. There is so much love, so much heart that is put into the food. Additionally, the amount of food is coma sending. I finished the food and was so ready to take a nap in the warm weather. It's literally like eating grandma's food when youre a young child. The spicy tuna came out first and we were shocked at how delicious the fish was. There wasn't a lot of rice which I appreciated and that fish had a bit of a kick. Pair that with some wasabi shoyu and you're tasting some real goodness. The spam musubi was solid with the furikake. My only gripe was that it had a bit too much rice which could have been better balanced with a thicker slice of spam. Regardless, it was solid. Now the star was the chicken combo. Boy oh boy, that Ladybug Fried Chicken was amazing. The batter had so much flavor and added to the juicy chicken. Pair that with you salad and mac salad.. oh my.. youre tasting a slice of Heaven! Fair warning, there is some grinded celery in the mac salad, so if youre allergic then let them know. Otherwise, that aroma of celery added so much depth to the mac. I can't emphasize enough, there is so much love in the food and the servers take gooooood care of you. It was also amazing to see how much attention to detail the owners put in the restaurant. There is ladybug decor all throughout the place and hand drawn papers from customers. It was really neat to see how much love they receive from their customers.

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    ON + ON Fresh Korean Kitchen

    ON + ON Fresh Korean Kitchen

    4.3(338 reviews)
    1.3 miHarbor Gateway
    $$

    If my diet had a Yelp account, it would personally thank ON + ON Fresh Korean Kitchen for giving me…read morea chance to redeem my life choices. This spot is all about custom‑built salads, clean flavors, and that modern Korean‑fresh vibe that makes you feel healthier just by walking through the door. The place is clean, bright, and modern, the kind of space where you instantly feel like you're making responsible decisions. Sleek counters, fresh ingredients on display, and a layout that whispers, "Miguel... cleanse your soul." I swear the lighting alone shaved off two calories. Service here is friendly, fast, and genuinely attentive. The staff crafts your salad like they're assembling a masterpiece, focused, precise, and with the kind of care that makes you think, "Wow, maybe I am worth a premium salad." They walk you through the toppings, mix-ins, and proteins like salad sommeliers. Decisions...decisions, Hmmm, can you please add some more of that? "Now let's talk about the real reason my soul felt renewed." * Chicken Gyoza pot stickers, Crispy, savory, and way too good for something I told myself was part of my diet. These little pockets of joy had me questioning whether cleansing the soul requires this much flavor. * Classic BBQ Beef Bowl Salad, tender beef, fresh greens, and that sweet‑savory BBQ hit that makes you forget you're technically eating a salad. It's the kind of bowl that says, "Yes, you can be healthy and happy." * Fiesta Chicken Salad Bowl, wow was it bright, zesty, and full of personality. This bowl tasted like a celebration of all the good decisions I pretend to make daily. The flavors were lively enough to make me believe my diet is actually working. Listen... I came here trying to cleanse my soul, detox my week's sins, and remind my body what vegetables look like. But these salads, super delicious. They had me feeling like a saint. I took one bite and thought, "Wow, maybe I am turning my life around." Second bite: "Okay, let's not get carried away... but this is a good start." ON + ON is the kind of place that makes dieting feel less like punishment and more like a reward. Fresh, flavorful, and just wholesome enough to convince me I'm doing something right. "Always remember, the energy you give is the energy you receive in return." One bite at a time! Miguel C.

    This food was really good, I enjoyed it. This was my first time here and just felt compelled to…read moreleave a review. The vibe was very chill, I was pretty surprised there weren't really people here that were dining in on a Friday night. But it was really nice still, I enjoyed my meal peacefully. The lady that helped put my meal together was kind and helpful, and she hooked me up on the food.

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    Ryla - Korean Spare Ribs

    Ryla

    4.3(590 reviews)
    5.6 mi
    $$$

    Had an amazing dining experience here at Ryla!…read more MUST get the Hokkaido milk bread to start. Came during dineLA so some people in our group opted for that menu - was a great way to sample their most popular dishes. I opted for the Meiji Soymilk Miso Ramen - such a unique take on ramen I had to try it. The broth was so creamy and could not tell dairy was not used. The blistered green beans were so flavorful and crispy as well. Everything was delicious and came out super hot. Came for a birthday celebration and all the staff signed a birthday card which was very sweet - a fun personalized touch that I haven't seen at other restaurants. Definitely a nice place that will make celebrations extra special!

    This place is missing that something special.... The service…read morewas horrible!!! We waited 20 minutes for a glass of water and our cocktails were watered down... they sat too long before they were served... We waited for plates, silverware, and delayed service continued throughout brunch. I actually had to turn around to a set table behind us and get plates and silverware. I was excited about the menu only to be let down Food was average at best- We ordered- Taiwanese Crepe- 0 - this was delivered with what we were told a thick soy sauce. It was laughable. A heavy crêpe with cheese, egg, and a chunk of bacon, hoisin sauce mixed with some soy sauce. This was a joke. Scallop roll-0 Dragon roll - 8 A dozen oysters- teeny tiny & tasteless! Pork belly eggs Benedict- Kudos for the toasted airy bread Pork Belly was dry, This was part was really odd. One of the poached eggs was hard and the other was perfectly done with a runny yoke. Hollandaise is minimal and not a lot of flavor. Chicken Karaage was decent but I don't get the sauce they served with it ! I was SO disappointed in the Japanese pancake. It is not cooked correctly. It's more cake like. So let's add horrible service with average food...no need to come back. One more added note. The heavy hard chairs are so uncomfortable. The booth side is better.

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    Hoikkado Milk Bread

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    FAKA’S Island Grill

    FAKA’S Island Grill

    4.3(241 reviews)
    1.2 miHarbor Gateway
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    We've been here four times in the past month alone! The first time we stopped by, they were sold…read moreout an hour before closing, so we left empty-handed. The same thing happened on our second visit, and we were honestly heartbroken. However, Sunny (I think that was his name) went above and beyond to make sure we still got to experience their food. He kindly gave us samples of the Spam musubi and fried chicken to take home. That's 100% top-notch customer service right there! Since then, we've returned twice more with friends, and the food has been absolutely amazing. The shrimp is hands-down my favorite, and the karaage chicken with the green sauce is super addictive. I also finally got to try the crispy Spam musubi, which was unique and delicious . We'll definitely keep coming back. In fact, I'm tempted to throw a party just so I have an excuse to cater from them! Even though they're located inside a food hall, you can take your food and enjoy it anywhere in The Enclave's spacious outdoor seating area, which makes it a great spot to hang out and enjoy a meal with friends.

    Overall good but it's always a hit or a miss... Ordered the…read morekaraage chicken meal but it's always 1. Karaage Chicken is over cooked (like it becomes hard and dry from over frying it) 2. The rice is hard and dry (who ever is cooking it needs to learn how to Cook rice properly. Don't get me wrong the people there are friendly and the atmosphere is fantastic but every time I order food, I come out at a loss for what I paid for.. But love the Mac salad which I recommend

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    Wooga Sullungtang - Mul Mil-Myeon - chewy noodles in cold beef broth

    Wooga Sullungtang

    4.5(420 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    We have always come as big party here! Whenever someone's birthday or something to celebrate!…read moreThis is a small store with the best braised beef short ribs and soups. Very friendly service and unlimited side dishes, definitely recommend

    Came here as our post-church lunch spot. A Korean place open on Sunday is already rare. Came…read morelooking for Naeng-Myeon on this hot, summer day, and this fit the bill. It was a busy day for Mul Naeng-Myeon but they conveniently had a couple tables for us. They can get busy, and there was a line forming as we were eating, so it is understandable if the service can seem a little pushy at times, and this comes out in very subtle ways (i.e. There's no AC, only a small fan. If they want you to leave, they'll position the fan away from you). Cold water is also only available upon request, as well as extra napkins. Otherwise, you'll be wiping your mouth with a one-ply napkin the whole time. The banchan was great. I especially loved the onions and perilla leaves. The kimchi tasted fresh and tangy, but the radishes were a bit too sweet and cut very clunky. The Naeng-Myeon was good; it tasted very heavily of sesame, and not much else. The meat was also pretty tough to chew. Very filling, but expensive for the amount of meat you get. Definitely made use of the vinegar and mustard, which they eventually took away to give to another table. I'm thinking I just ordered the wrong thing and came on the wrong day. I saw what other people ordered, and it looked delicious, always served with enthusiasm. Next time, I'll have what they're having.

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    Spoon House Bakery & Restaurant - Bolognese

    Spoon House Bakery & Restaurant

    4.1(1.6k reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    One of my favorite Japanese/Italian pasta shops to go to in the South Bay. They have a large amount…read moreof selections for pastas. The most popular and recommended is the #34. I liked the following pastas: #34 hot garlic with seasoned mushrooms Mushroom & sea urchin/uni Japanese style clam sauce with shiitake & shimeji mushrooms Japanese cod roe with sea urchin/uni, squid & seaweed I also love their $1 salad which can't be beat in pricing. Their overall pricing for the pastas are great. The staff is very friendly and this place can get very busy during peak meal times. So when it's busy, sometimes the orders will come out a bit slower. The vibe is just casual/busy dining where if you have a seat at the bar section, you can see the chefs making the pastas or other dishes.

    This restaurant is well known for its Japanese-Italian fusion pasta. They seem to be popular with…read morefamilies and the establishment is always packed no matter what time of day! The parking lot can get full, but I've never had an issue with finding a spot. The service is fast which allows the staff to seat you quickly and get customers in and out. They provide complimentary French bread with butter with your food. I like to have veggies with my meal, but I found the salad dressing to be a bit bitter. Their entrees are made using dried pasta and they have a decently sized menu. I have tried different pasta dishes, but I think the tomato and cream bases are my favorite. When I was feeling more adventurous, I tied the mentaiko pasta which I found too fishy for my personal taste.

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