Came here for a lunch with a colleague and we both left really impressed. Green Temple has been…read morearound for over 20 years and you can feel why -- it's the kind of place that has genuinely earned its loyal following. The food was fantastic, and the setting is great too -- both indoor and outdoor seating, with a comfy, relaxed vibe that made it easy to settle in and actually enjoy the meal rather than rush through it. The owner was there and couldn't have been more welcoming. She's been at this for two decades and that warmth comes through. She even brought us a little surprise -- some chocolate or a small cake, i dont exactly remember -- but it was a genuinely nice touch that stuck with us. Perfect spot! We will be back.

I've been waiting to try this place for some time now and I wasn't disappointed! All the food was…read morevery fresh and tasted like it was made from high quality ingredients. The ambiance was really wonderful, especially in the outside courtyard area, they have beautiful string lights above with heaters running as well. I'll definitely be coming back here to try some of the other dishes, but I so happy I finally got to try their famous tofu sauce in the pasta I had. The service was a little on the slower side, but we were the only table sitting outside and there a little bit later in the night. Also, The peanut butter chocolate pie did not have much peanut butter, it was mostly just a chocolate pie, still delicious though. So if you're a peanut butter lover, know that it is a very misleading name, haha. The drinkable chocolate dessert is also very bitter and I would not recommend that one. Food: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Value: 4/5 Overall: 4.25/5

Did take out pho Super nice people and the Pho was…read moreDELICIOUS!!! Fresh the broth was amazing wonderful tasting without being overpowering or salty like most places

Happy Veggie has made its way into the rotation with it's simple dishes and flavors, that are…read morecomforting and remind me of things I ate as a child. Visuta greeted me when I picked up my order. He was kind and told me about the restaurant and how long they've been in Redondo Beach. I generally either get the Broccoli and Chicken or String Beans and Chicken. Both are prepared similarly with the same type of sauce, but I think the broccoli soaks up the flavors much better than the string beans do. I've been trying to eat more vegetarian forward meals, so Happy Veggie has been able to fulfill those cravings.

The owner reached out after my original review and genuinely wanted to make it right. He…read morerecommended a few other options that had more of the texture and crunch I was looking for, so I gave it another shot. I've now tried the Harvest Bowl, the Ahi Poké Bowl, and the watermelon juice -- all really, really good! It's also clear how passionate the owner is about his restaurant, his food, and making sure people have a great experience. He absolutely changed my mind after my first impression, and I wanted to make sure my review reflected that. I'll definitely be back!

WOW! Now I see why lil Vegerie has nearly 500 reviews and 4.9 stars. I hope my review will bump…read morethem to 5 Stars because that is ABSOLUTELY what this unique gem in Redondo beach deserves! Stopped in while working in the area and got the Cauliflower Shawarma bowl. So many delicious flavors of garlic, turmeric, and ginger with a homemade tzatziki and tahini drizzle over roasted chickpeas and quinoa. This bowl truly made my heart and belly happy! The portions are plentiful too. Service was just as enjoyable. Jason took the time to ask questions in order to make best recommendations for me. I will 1000% return to try additional menu items such as the mushroom Carne Asada bowl and Poke beet bowl.

Butter chicken and roti were delicious! Service was great and will be coming back a lot more often…read more So many authentic options on the menu

If you're looking for a dining experience that balances a sophisticated atmosphere with soulful,…read moreauthentic flavors, look no further. The Ambiance is beautiful and spacious! The lighting is warm and intentional, creating an intimate, upscale vibe without feeling pretentious. Whether you're on a romantic date or just catching up with friends, the beautiful interior design--complete with subtle traditional accents and modern elegance--sets the perfect stage for a memorable meal. For dinner I kept it classic with the Aloo Gobi and Basmati Rice, and it was executed to perfection. The cauliflower was tender yet retained a slight crunch, and the potatoes were buttery soft. The rice was incredible fragrant, fluffy, and served in a generous portion. It was the ideal canvas for the rich flavors of the Gobi. The service was impeccable--attentive but never hovering. It's rare to find a spot where the visual beauty of the space matches the quality of the kitchen, but this place nails it. I'll definitely be returning to explore more of the menu soon! I recommend Banana Leaf!

Vegetarian review Service was fantastic…read more My kids loved the mochi ice cream. We got a vegan crispy rice. We didn't care for the sweet potato but the kids enjoyed the crispy rice. My husband really liked the buffalo cauliflower roll. I probably liked the vegan crunchy roll the most. Ramen was good too. - according to my kids. Ice cream was the biggest hit. There are some things I ordered and took picture of but forgot what it was. Nothing was out of this world but it was good. Metered street parking. Very close to the beach- walking distance. Indoor and outdoor (minimal) seating.

This place is excellent!! The sushi is on the pricier side, but it was fresh and delicious. The…read morebowls of ramen were very filling and comforting, though my husband found his to be a bit too salty. Service was quick and the ambiance was fantastic. Parking was a nightmare, so go early if you have dinner plans!

Tried the shrimp Alfredo pasta, and I paid for extra chicken. Not happy with the dish. They just…read moreadded a few little small pieces of chicken almost nothing. And wasn't happy with the Alfredo sauce. It was ok. I might try another one of their dishes someday.

Eat this or DIE!!! Die of regret said Erik, JK! Erik at Unico basically said this Tokyo Mentai…read moreSando is crazy good that you will now crave it and I do after 3 days. That salty umami flavor bomb is what I miss and my 2 sons demand to return asap. Remember it's only on the lunch special menu during the week. That simple looking sando was my gateway to the unique fusion of Japanese & Italian pastas and it was incredible. You must love spaghetti noodles and UNICO knows how to handle pasta to sauce ratio. I have eaten at other Japanese Pasta spots and Unico is levels better. Which pasta did we devour? Uni pasta with shrimp top fav, one kid ate the curry bolognese filled with ground beef and veggies, Mentai pasta was a bit tangy and you can't go wrong a chicken Alfredo. If Erik is working that day, you will have the best service. The ambiance is spacious with lots of natural light and seating. Lots of free parking!

This restaurant is a family owned business in redondo beach located in a plaza with some parking…read more The food here is alright, not the best Chinese food I've ever had. We got the combination fried rice, Singapore style noodles, pan fried buns, and Xiao long bao. The fried rice wasn't very flavorful and didn't have the distinct wok hei taste that I was looking for, I was a bit disappointed in this dish, 4/10. The Singapore noodles were good, the curry flavor was strong. But kind of like the fried rice, I wish it was cooked for a bit longer to get it dryer and crispier, 6/10. The pan fried buns had an interesting wrapping, it was green and tasted like cilantro or parsley. I don't particularly like herbs, so I didn't like the taste as much, but the filling was good! 6/10. The Xiao long baos were definitely the highlight. They were juicy and full of soup, very delicious, 8/10. The service was super fast and the staff were very nice!

We love trying different dumpling restaurants so we came here to eat! The staff was very nice and…read moreattentive. Seems like a small family business. This place has only 8 tables so either you come on a good day when its empty which we did but it can get filled up quickly due to a large party or families. We ordered the cucumber salad appetizer...pan fried nappa pork dumplings and pork scallion buns.....and They had nooooo FLAVOR. The cucumber salad was diced to oblivion ..we might as well have gotten spoons instead of chopsticks....no spice just drenched in water and soy sauce....no garlic...no szechuan pepper oil. The dumpling and buns had no flavors....no ginger...no seasonings... my wife had to put SALT IN THE CUCUMBERS! ....yes!.... SALT!.... Parking was plenty...

My sisters and I craved good Chinese food and Lotus Asian Grill did not disappoint! Everything was…read moredelicious! The wonton soup is probably the heartiest I've had in a long time. When in the area again- I plan to revisit. As a matter of fact- I think my sisters returned and didn't tell me initially. Anyway- it's a must try!

We've been here multiple times. Service always good, and food comes out super hot so you know just…read moremade. They have happy hour for beer/wine all the time, hard to say no to a $3 sapporo or asahi. Started w veggie egg rolls Garlic noodles included w dinner went well with our entrees. We like the spicy eggplant and spicy crispy orange chicken, though both could have been much spicier. The fish in black bean sauce was well cooked. Enjoyed it and would recommend.

This place is so wonderful. Huge menu and completely plant based. I love that you are able to order…read moreanything anytime of day. We went late in the evening and it was busy. Service was fast and everything was delicious. I love that the burger is also house made and not a processed plant based patty. The cake was good not overly sweet but a little dry. Overall I will back to try more items when I'm in town

As fellow vegans know, options at non-vegan establishments are often limited, so it takes us about…read more2.5 seconds to "decide" what we want (aka make substitutions or pick the one vegan thing on the menu). Having said that, it's often easy for me to make a decision at a vegan restaurant because I go in knowing what I want. Let me say that going into The Grain Cafe, I WAS NOT PREPARED FOR THE AMOUNT OF OPTIONS THEY HAD. Was this my fault for not doing my research beforehand?! For not craving a particular taste? Anyway... after (literally) 20 min of sitting and staring at the menu, I finally decided on a Cobb salad. I know, I know. Judge me all you want. But after not having a Cobb salad for almost 7 years (probably even more), I was craving something incredibly....... boring? But this was not. It was actually exactly what I was looking for in a Cobb salad. Protein. Greens to make me feel healthy. Enough space in my stomach for a dessert. I was extremely happy with my decision. I also had a tres leches cake which was delish (tbh I'll probably get the red velvet next time just to say I had it) The service is amazing. The people who work here are so sweet and attentive and helpful. Can't wait to come back and try their other items. Maybe I'll even do my homework next time!

Amazing food! Wonderful selection. Gluten free and vegetarian options. Great service.read more

The ONLY reason I keep coming back is because the steak is really good! Other than that, don't have…read morehigh expectations. I consistently order the 'Classico Burrito' with steak and 50% of the time my order is incorrect. For example, they felt the need to add corn to my Classico Burrito. Does it mention corn on the menu for this item? No. Would it be such a big deal if it happened one time? No, but this happens all the time. Either different ingredients are added, or the steak is forgotten altogether ( which I did drive back to have them correct, it's a $20 burrito) I could also write a whole letter solely about how the women behind the counter do everything in the world except help the customer, have a good attitude when talking to the customer and pretty much anything related to their job. But I get it, it's hard to find good help. Welp! it is what it is