This is a hidden gem in Lomita, located in a small shopping center. The inside is a calming vibe, looks upscale, very nice! The food was great! It was a nice presentation and full experience. We enjoyed the cotton candy wagyu, prior to having our tasty ribeye with the truffle potatoes. Ending dinner with crème brûlée cheesecake, matcha parfait and some vanilla ice cream. I'd definitely recommend everyone to try the cotton candy wagyu, it was a fun, tasty bite. The ribeye was amazing, flavorful and just the right size. The truffle potatoes were shared, which means it was a generous portion. I could have eaten it all by myself of how tasty they were-lol. The service was great, from host to servers. Very friendly and polite. Plenty of parking is available considering it's in a small shopping center. I'm not much of an alcohol drinker, however notice they had a nice bar, with hooks for the ladies to store their purse while there. Overall, a nice place to enjoy a tasty meal! read more

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The Food Library was an interesting experience, and one that left me a bit conflicted. The service was excellent from start to finish. The dining room is relatively small, with roughly 10 to 15 tables, and the two employees working the floor were hustling all evening and did a genuinely nice job taking care of everyone. The food itself was solid. The standout dish of the night was actually the grilled asparagus, which came with a soy-based preparation that was absolutely outstanding, perfectly tender and cooked just right. The wedge salad was also very good, and both the 16oz ribeye@$86, and the 8oz filet mignon @$76 were well prepared and enjoyable. Where things became more complicated for me was the overall value proposition. The prices are undeniably steep, especially for Lomita. Whenever I dine somewhere upscale, I inevitably ask myself whether, for the same money, I would have rather gone somewhere else. In this case, the answer was yes. I was also a bit disappointed to discover that there is no full bar. The restaurant seems to steer guests toward wine and sake, with only a handful of beer options available. Unfortunately, the first two beers I ordered, an IPA and then a Modelo, both on the menu, both out of stock, which certainly didn't help my overall impression. The dining room itself felt somewhat drab, all black walls, and lacked the refinement that I would expect at this price point. Dark walls and a crystal chandelier create an interesting contrast, but small details stood out for the wrong reasons. For example, I noticed exposed holes in the bar where a purse hook or latch had apparently been relocated. It may seem minor, but details like that matter when you're charging premium prices. At the end of the night, my wife and I walked out more than $300 lighter. While the food was undeniably good and the service was attentive, the experience simply didn't feel like a $300 evening to us. Overall, The Food Library delivers quality food and hardworking service, but for the price, I left wishing the atmosphere and overall experience matched the bill a bit more closely. read more

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The food was top-notch--absolutely delicious and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The service was exceptional as well. Our waiter was attentive, friendly, and made us feel well taken care of throughout the evening. The restaurant has a beautiful, upscale atmosphere, and I loved the thoughtful touch of the rose petals on the table. They also surprised my sister with a birthday dessert that wasn't even on the menu, and it was absolutely delicious. I honestly can't believe we have a restaurant of this caliber here in Lomita. It's a hidden gem, and I'll definitely be back! read more

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Hubby took the kids and I here to celebrate Mother's Day. They do allow kids but the kids have to be a certain age. My kids are 8 & 10 years old. My kids had their ipads but staff told us that they are not able to use them as they are a fine dining establishment. My son was not very happy about that and then had some difficulties sitting there as there were some waiting periods. Their ipads would have had no sound on but still was not allowed to be used. We have been to many fine dining establishments before and have never had any issues with our kids using their ipads. I also saw the staff tell a family that they couldn't dine there because their kiddos were too young. It didn't look like they had a specific dress code. We were pretty casually dressed and so were other people that were dining. The lighting was on the dimmer side. They do provide free bread and butter. If you have been to Tamaen yakiniku restaurant, they are pretty much part of the same restaurant group. Overall, it was a good try but I cannot say that I was truly blown away. Meat quality is good but nothing was truly memorable as that's my fault for being a foodie and love trying so many spots. Prices are on the high side, so be prepared to spend $. I personally like Tamaen a lot but the Library Steak fell a little short for me, hence I would not come back. But if you are like me and like/want to try new spots then I would say stop by and check them out. Ordered: *Ribeye *NY Steak *A5 Wagyu Sushi *Half dozen oysters *Truffle Fries - If you need ketchup, make sure to ask because they do have it. *Bone Marrow - you get two bones and one of the bone barely had any marrow. Tips: *Reservation accepted *Restroom available. *Shared parking lot with other businesses. *Hours of Operations - 7 days a week but evening time only. *Alcohol is served here. *You can bring your own wine bottle but there is a corkage fee. *For parties of five (5) guests or more, a 20% service charge will be applied. *Additionally, we kindly request a minimum food and beverage spend of $120 per person. read more

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Hate to do this, but this place felt very scammy. The reviews are definitely bought. Why on earth is the only mashed potato option almost 40 bucks? Just because you added "truffle" to it? This place has higher prices than Mastros and isn't nowhere near as good. The salad was LAZY, they don't add croutons because they are CHEAP, they don't even cut the damn pieces of romaine lettuce. Hilarious. The creamed corn portion is COMICAL, for canned corn, I'd expect more. We literally laughed about it. They forgot it and we had to ask for it. The free two pieces of bread was hilarious, just don't offer free bread? Just charge for it since this place is already trying to nickel and dime you. The GLASSES OF WINE at 35-40 dollars was hilarious, is this Vegas? No its Lomita lmao. Got a diet coke. Waited a bit to be sat even though we were punctual, that didn't bother me at all, just stating the facts. The table next to us were also dissatisfied. It was hilarious, they got apps, and then were shocked by the high prices. When the waiter asked what they wanted for dinner, they said they were not going to have any dinner. The waiter went "Oh no dinner?" and they said no. He asked like 3 times. Hilarious. They had a brain. Never going back and will definitely tell my friends to avoid. The people rating this place "highly" are probably fake influencers that were comped this over priced meal. read more

Service and food were great! Only beer and wine is served, no cocktails :( Took off 1 star because the ambiance off, but overall we like read more

The Steak Library - Aged tomahawk, t-bone ribeye both medium rare with asparagus and mushrooms. - Steakhouses Near Me - Lomita, California

Amazing hidden gem in the south bay. This restaurant is tucked away in a plaza that never gets busy, so there's always plenty of parking. It's a Japanese steakhouse specializing in Wagyu but they have plenty of other options as well. We ended up getting the ribeye (16oz) which was cooked to perfection. For sides, we also ordered the lobster mac n cheese (8/10), roasted wild mushroom (9.5/10) and not pictured is the smooth mashed potatoes (9.5/10). Everything was great, we went for my birthday and they took a polaroid picture of us! The restaurant wasn't busy while we dined in on a Tuesday night so it was quiet, so maybe weekends might be more crowded. The staff is super nice, very knowledgeable about the menu, and had plenty to say about each item. read more

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I was blown away by how good this place was! We got the cotton candy wagyu skewers - this is a must. The cotton candy just melts in your mouth and pairs so well with the saltiness of the wagyu beef underneath... the contrast in flavors was amazing and was pleasantly surprised! The cotton candy and the wagyu just melted in my mouth! I also got the salmon carpaccio which came with a yuzu ponzu sauce that was very tasty. We shared the lobster Mac n cheese and the mushroom side dish which were good as well. Definitely a splurge but great for a special occasion! Service was excellent. read more

The Steak Library - Cotton candy wagyu - Steakhouses Near Me - Lomita, California

This place is by far the most overpriced place I have ever ate. it is in a strip mall in a horrible area. I ordered the lobster and had the manager smell it, it smelt sour and had a bad taste. i was not eaten. i also addressed the horrible service by the 19 year old waiters they have. my wife steak came out 15 minutes before all the other food so she waited for the other food and by then her food was cold. I do not mind spending $750 for a meal but between the horrible service and the inability for the manager to do the right thing my the evening unenjoyable and I would recommend everyone stay as far away as possible. i thing my biggest issue is that the manager acknowledged the lobster may be spoiled but still left it on the bill. if you see all my previous reviews i usually never go negative but this place is horrible. read more

The Steak Library - This was after the poor review was posted. i usually never do negative reviews but I also got food poisoning from the spoiled Lobster. - Steakhouses Near Me - Lomita, California

Whoa!!! What an inconspicuous hidden gem in Lomita. Don't let the shopping center fool you!!! Once you enter The Steak Library it's very nice and upscale Vibes! All the food we ordered was amazing! Cooked just the way I like and much flavor. Though I do not eat steak, their seafood options were bomb!!! I ordered the garlic shrimp, crab cakes, lobster Mac &cheese, and Caesar salad that was scrumptious!! The service was elite and beyond accommodating!!! You cannot beat that when it comes to customer service ! Our servers and managers were very amicable and professional! I like the simple fact they open the door for you once you leave. Right next door is their sister restaurant that I also want to try!! They are known for their steaks and tomahawk and they did look quite delicious!! My siblings said their steaks were very good and cooked perfectly! So this is a steak spot !! They only serve wine and beer but they have good selections. It's kind of small inside but it's cute and perfect for many occasions! They get busy so reservations are a must !! I highly recommend and will be back for sure! read more

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Last night, I had the pleasure of dining at The Steak Library with my honey and my brother-in-law--and let me just say, this place is an absolute hidden gem. It's tucked away in a strip mall, but don't let that fool you. The moment you walk in, it feels like you've stepped into another dimension--low-key, cozy, and full of charm. The aesthetics are warm and inviting, setting the perfect tone for an unforgettable night. The food? Incredible. The steaks were perfectly cooked and seasoned, but one of the biggest highlights for me was trying caviar for the first time--and it was absolutely delicious. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was smooth, savory, and such a luxurious touch to the evening. The service is excellent!! read more

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Ordered an aged Porterhouse 40oz steak, I am usually not a big fan of aged steak, however this one is absolutely delicious!!! Very well cooked, not too salty but enough flavor to differentiate it from a fresh steak. It is an elegant, quiet and not crowded Saturday night dinner. House made NY cheesecake is very good, not too dense not too fluffy! In my opinion, wine and beverage on the pricy side. It's $400+ plus tips. read more

The Steak Library - In house NY cheesecake - Steakhouses Near Me - Lomita, California

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I'm quite torn on the way I'd like to review this restaurant. Nonetheless, my evening was still enjoyable! As a person who absolutely delights in dinner at a good steakhouse, I was slightly disappointed in my steak tonight. Maybe I've been to some supreme restaurants that have created high standards or maybe I was expecting some unparalleled steak at that price. That's not to say it wasn't good, it was but I do believe there were opportunities for enhancement. It just didn't Wow me. So I'll start with the positives. The convenience of booking a reservation and the proximity of this place went hand in hand for two tired parents just trying to squeeze in a dinner date. The ambiance was a romantic vibe with dimmed lights, tied off drapes around the front tables, mirrors along the back wall and piano music playing at the perfect volume. When we walked in we were instantly greeted by Ben. He was also the person to book our reservation over the phone and also waited our table. Very kind young man with exceptional service. Everyone had given us excellent service and were all very attentive to us, I have no complaints regarding service. Now when we opened the menu we just couldn't believe it. We have been to some upscale restaurants before this and couldn't believe that some more established restaurants didn't charge that price for a steak. I feel terrible to keep considering the price in this review, I understand Japanese wagyu is the best of the best but we just didn't feel like taking a leap of faith on it tonight lol. We were given two pieces of bread with two different types of butters. (I really feel they would do better if served a basket of warm bread not two slices but maybe that's just my stomach talking.) After reviewing the menu in shock, we went with the prime new York and ribeye cooked medium, shared a side of asparagus and ordered truffle butter as well...This was the perfect amount of food for us. The steaks were served on a hot plate where you can literally hear the steak sizzle. This is a must for a steakhouse! But immediately after trying to cut my first piece of steak it felt a bit tough. And it was! Instantly disappointed, I felt as though it lacked flavor without constantly having to dip it in the truffle butter we ordered. I couldn't help but I notice my husband had the same look in his eyes without having to say anything at all. So I offered him the truffle butter and it helped with the flavor of each steak. Our asparagus was good it had a soy based sauce and good flavor, some reviews say it was salty but we thought they were cooked just right. So I am not sure if it is because we ordered the prime and not the wagyu but we were disappointed. At the same time I could say I am glad we spent $200 on the prime and not waste $400 on a steak that wasn't cooked to perfection. All in all, this place is worth visiting as it has mixed reviews. People seem to like it, we enjoyed it I believe it has a lot of room to grow and great potential in the South Bay. Maybe move to a more inviting location, perfect their steaks and expand the menu just a little bit. That's just my two cents. I wish them well here and hope to return in the future with an even better experience. read more

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One of the best Valentine's Day steak dinner! We started with the marinated octopus and tomato as the appetizer, followed by a main course of an 8 oz. Filet Mignon for each of us cooked to perfection covered with fresh shaved truffles, sides of creamed spinach and truffled mashed potatoes. This restaurant located in a strip mall in Lomita is a gem of a place! Service is very attentive, cozy atmosphere. They do not have a full bar, only wine, beer, and sake. Although it is a bit pricey, they have a much better quality overall than some of the other high end steak houses. They for sure are much better than Flemings which I feel has gone down hill in my many years of eating there. This will become my favorite steak house from now on! It is conveniently located with a great menu! read more

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Here you can find different types of Wagyu that you wouldn't typically find in most steakhouses in L.A. such as Hida and Olive fed (usually from Shodoshima). They still have the classical Wagyu Kobe and Miyazaki. 1. Cotton candy wagyu: a lot of sweet onion. Not a lot of meat. 2. Bone marrow: good but very oily 3. Bone in rib eye and dry aged Kansas rib eye: meat was a bit tougher than the fillet. Dry aged had a slightly different flavor but overall was not that different. 4. Fillet : tender and flavorful. Would get this again n 5. Hida and Olive Wagyu: too fatty/oily. 1 or 2 slices way enough 8. roasted wild mushroom, mashed potatoes and creamed spinach were good sides. read more

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The service was outstanding! The food was perfect! I had a filet and my husband had ribeye...perfectly cooked! Highly recommend read more

Food was sooo amazing!! Everything we ordered tastes so good. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. They answered our questions and gave food recommendations too. The place is very cozy and clean. read more

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The steaks are fundamentally incredible. The staff is top notch and on top of it. Quite spot in a strip mall. Who would have guessed that this place was there. Very impressive Wagyu selection. Went for my birthday and was very impressed especially when the table was decorated with Rose Petals. Great touch to a memorable family evening. read more

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This restaurant has been on my bucket list. I took my mom here for Mother's Day, so I got the chance to finally try it. This restaurant was not what I expected. It was unbelievably cute inside with upscale, high-end fine dining. It's very small inside. The outside of the restaurant looks like it's not much nothing but once you get inside, it's very elegant. They specialize in various steaks, so they have dry-aged steaks from all kinds, but Wagu is their number one seller. Customer service is impeccable, and they are very accommodating. The Food was delicious, I mean the steak melted in your mouth, it was so tender and juicy. We had fried rice, shrimp, crab cakes, Caesar salad, Mac and cheese, truffle mashed potatoes, and lobster with scallops. All the food was was very flavorful, tender. And made with quality ingredients. The drinks were good. They don't have alcohol, but they do have wine and beer. I will come back here. My brother enjoyed the food so much that he talked about it all weekend. Easy parking. Note: This restaurant is affiliated with the Asian restaurant adjacent on the right side. The owner owns both restaurants. I want to try the other restaurant too. read more

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If you are looking for the ultimate steak experience in the South Bay, The Steak Library in Lomita is on another level. Every cut we tried was perfection. The wagyu was melt in your mouth rich, buttery, and marbled like art. The porterhouse was cooked flawlessly with a perfect crust and juicy tenderness that showed off the chef's skill. The tomahawk stole the show with its dramatic presentation and bold, beefy flavor that somehow managed to be both decadent and balanced. The thick cut bacon was unbelievable, crisped on the outside, smoky and savory, yet tender inside, almost like a steak in itself. The cotton candy wagyu was unlike anything I have ever had, playful, indulgent, and an absolute must try that captures the creative spirit of this place. The Steak Library is probably one of the best steakhouses in California. Every dish is treated with the kind of care and respect that steak deserves. It is not just dinner, it is an experience, and one that I would recommend to anyone serious about quality meat. read more

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When I stepped inside, I felt like I was in a very high end restaurant. Definitely great for fancy date nights and special intimate occasions like birthdays. I've seen at least 2 groups have a server bring out a beautiful dish with sparkly candles. The service and food far exceeded my expectations. Though we RSVPed, they allow walk-ins. The staff was professional, kind, and attentive. They truly made my day! We ordered the cotton candy Wagyu and once I bit into it, I was in heaven. The meat was so tender and juicy and the cotton candy eaten together complimented the salty flavor so well. I've never had anything like this in my life and I was in heaven! The Tomahawk special was also cooked nicely. I ordered medium rare and it was perfectly crispy on the outside and just as mouth watering on the inside. The lobster was delicious as well. I was delightfully surprised by this hidden gem. This restaurant is 10/10 in my book. read more

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So incredible, such an intimate place to have dinner the quality of meat was amazing! Such a great experience and can't wait to go back and try some of the other dishes they have!! 10/10 recommend read more

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My husband planned a nice birthday dinner for me here tonight, and we were excited to try it as a family. As soon as we walked in, the hostess took our name, looked at our two children, and immediately told us we would not be served and needed to leave. I don't have an issue if a restaurant chooses to have a no-children policy, that's their decision. What was upsetting was the way we were addressed. It was so abrupt and dismissive, right in front of our kids. My daughter even turned to me and asked if she had done something wrong. No family should be made to feel that way, especially when it could have been handled with kindness and respect. He even had the audacity to recommend a fast food restaurant next-door. What should have been a special birthday dinner ended up being a very uncomfortable and disappointing experience. read more

Food was Mid & Overpriced. Much better options at that price point. Lobster was overcooked and barely had any meat. Steak was Ok but I've definitely had better considering the price point. Seating seems tight & condensed as it seems you are almost shoulder to shoulder. You can also hear everyone's conversations. Service is great if you're looking for that experience, but definitely not worth the price. Save your money, better options!! read more

Hands down the best steak I've ever had , highly recommended! Can't wait to go back ! Thank you for the beautiful food & ambiance.

We were celebrating our friend's birthday and our other friend's promotion and new job. We've been looking for a special occasion to justify a steakhouse dinner and this was as good as any celebration. I can't say anything about the wine list because we didn't indulge and were too busy catching up to really look at the options. I suggest reviewing what is available if that is important to you. However, there was a healthy amount of options for appetizers and first courses. We had the bone marrow and shrimp. The bone marrow was presented with a sweet brulee and and a savory option. The general consensus was we liked the savory marrow and the sweet was a "good" interesting. The shrimp was prepared correctly with a nice cocktail sauce. Some of us liked the shrimp more than others at the table. Okay, everyone like the shrimp more than I did, but that isn't to take anything away from the dish. We had the soups, the oxtail, lobster bisque and seafood chowder. The oxtail was surprisingly light and brothy. The flavor was delicate and more refined than a comfy oxtail soup from a Hawaiian restaurant. The bisque was rich, fortified with old school roasting of the lobster shells to make a broth and huge chunks of lobster meat. Creamy and served with baguette slices, the bisque was filling. The seafood chowder was a thick roux based chowder with chunks of seafood. The octopus tentacles were a pleasant surprise. So far, portions have been generous to appropriate for a steakhouse. We all had ribeye in some variation, bone-in or without. If I remember correctly, we did all get prime selections vs the dry-aged or waygu. The quality of the protein was superior and the marbling was exquisite. For our sides, we had the asparagus, mashed potatoes, lobster mac and cheese, and garlic rice. I would say, portion size and flavors met expectations of a steakhouse. We were a table of Asians and the garlic rice, well, was an interesting conversation point. As the Filipinos mentioned, the sticky rice was not what they were expecting, but it wasn't bad. The flavor matched their expectations, but the texture was a bit of a disconnect. As the lone Japanese at the table, I pointed out that the restaurant was Japanese orientated and of course a short grain rice would be served. Being Asian, we collectively agreed, some rice was better than no rice, and this rice was good enough. For dessert, we were offered complimentary ice cream and cheesecake for our special occasions. It was a kind and delicious gesture and enough for the table to share. It is hard tobelieve we are in a strip mall in Lomita. The room was elegant and the atmosphere serene. The service was attentive and unobtrusive. We did experience some hiccups. Courses were served with some delay. Everyone at the table was not served their course at the same time. It resulted in warm soup and a little awkwardness while we waited for the celebrants to receive their soup. The same with the steaks. While I don't expect synchronized service, I do expect our food to be presented in succession reasonably. Worst of all, my partner's steak was served well done when medium rare was requested. I buried this information in this review because I have mixed feelings. After alerting the staff, my husband was offered a new steak. However with the delay of serving the entrees, he would begin eating as we sat finished with our meal. This is a steakhouse, you have one job, cook the steak to the requested temperature. That being said, mistakes happen. It was unfortunate. We declined to have the steak remade. It didn't ruin the steak, it wasn't leather. The steak just didn't meet expectations. That being said, it is often not the mistake but how an establishment recovers that makes or breaks a night. When we declined to have the steak remade, the manager insisted he take the item off the bill. My husband ate the steak and liked it. The manager could have offered a free dessert, comped a side or appetizer but instead he took off the full price of a steak that was eaten. There was a sincerity in his goodwill gesture and we graciously accepted. Would we go again? I'm not sure. The evening was expensive and there are other great steakhouses in our area to try or revisit. If we were invited, I think we would go without hesitation and with a smile. But I also think the Steak Library would not be our first suggestion for a special occasion. Sorry for the long review, but it was a great celebratory evening with good friends that had some nuanced issues. Some of the issues would have landed the restaurant on the blacklist, but the manager and staff, quality, and value makes the restaurant worthy of another try. Like I said, the evening was a great despite the hiccups. read more

I had my first meal here on Monday night, and it was a last minute dinner decision that I found on here (yelp), and I had to find out for myself what the hype was all about; the ambiance is perfect and the servers were amazing too, but I stand a little differently at the prices here, yes it was good, but my steak (Ribeye), was a little tough and fatty, and if I'm going to pay top dollar for my meal, I expect it to be tender and slice right through, not trying to be negative, but that's just my opinion, the cheesecake was delicious read more

The Steak Library - Crème Brûlée cheesecake - Steakhouses Near Me - Lomita, California

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This is a little hidden gem in the south Bay. Yes, it's not cheap, but oh my gosh, the food is delicious.

I REALLY wanted to love this spot but .... Came here for a birthday celebration & had high hopes for a stellar experience but left disappointed. While the menu was intriguing and the choices for a steak lover with a liberal budget were exciting, the service that evening was woefully inadequate. I get it. The restaurant business is tough. But when the bill is well over $300 for two with only one cocktail , the expectations for service should be equally high. Some low lights: Upon entering the dimly lit space there was a very large puddle of water at the very small waiting area (standing room only maybe 4 adults). The staff seemed oblivious & even stepped into the puddle to access there aged wagyu meat locker. Granted there was a deluge of rain that afternoon but there was zero effort to protect customers. Maybe a cone, a chair, some towels? Because they were so understaffed there was a very long wait to even be acknowledged to get logged into their very quirky iPad/reservation list. Because the dining area is very small we could see patron after patron waiting & getting frustrated. There were several mistakes & omissions in our order. Frazzled staff and possibly language issues, quirky iPad system used for taking orders? Of the 3 men on duty only 1 was a native English speaker. For example, Rib Eye was ordered Med Rare but was cooked Medium. For the price I would normally send it back but it took so long to be served it wasn't worth the delay. That said, the flavor was very good & staff was very very nice & apologetic. We received complimentary coffee. Rib Eye was flavorful but overcooked. The portion was not very large & thinner than I'd prefer for the price. It's served on a sizzling hot plate so maybe it sat on the plate too long before serving & continued to cook beyond the desired temp? The Filet on the other hand was cooked perfectly & was delicious & tender. Mushrooms were very tasty & the assortment was nice. The sauce on the asparagus was interesting & tasty as well. We didn't receive the (small) side of garlic rice until late in the meal & only after reminding them we had ordered it earlier. It seems like this is a very popular spot and maybe too busy given their staffing. Value for the money wasn't there for me but I'm sure there are folks who don't mind splurging or are using an expense account that could care less. I really hope this place continues to succeed but perhaps temper your expectations? And did I say the staff was very nice & polite? It makes it harder to write a negative review. Oh yeah, dressing in the Caesar was tasty but the portion of full leaf romaine was very small for the price. read more

We went to The Steak Library in Lomita to treat ourselves, and it was a solid experience. The porterhouse was stunning, easily feeding three of us, and the Cotton Candy A5 Wagyu was hands-down the most memorable -- the sweetness paired with the rich marbling made it something different from your usual steak. Everything else we tried, from the Smoked Bacon Delight to the Lobster and Truffle Mac n' Cheese, was well-executed and flavorful without feeling heavy-handed. The space has a calm, inviting energy, and the whole meal just felt intentional -- like every dish had a purpose. It's a good spot for a night out when you want to enjoy some quality meat, treat yourself a little, and not have to worry about anything else. A nice South Bay gem to keep in mind. read more

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This place, talk about a hidden gem in Lomita next to subway of all places lol Honestly though this place is amazing, service was on it. Perfect for a date night or celebration. My own complaint is that the steak slider things weren't on the menu when we went to try it. Cotton candy skewers are a must, ribeye was cooked perfectly and their house sauce has a solid kick to it, truffle mash and the chocolate cake didn't disappoint either. read more

Ok so came for my sissy belated bday dinner . Heard good things about this place so had to try it. The restaurant is quiet and elegant. The service here was excellent, helped us out with any questions that we may happen to have. Wasn't too hungry so had some starters and sides but OMG the food was phenomenal. Will definitely back for the steaks when I have the appetite for it.. read more

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I love love love tamaen so when I heard they opened up a steak shop last year, next door to their original place, I've been eying an opportunity to visit. I recently finally had the opportunity to go! We went to celebrate new staff for our company and we were pretty surprised to see how formal the place was. We saw it on the Yelp review so we made sure to dress minimum business casual and it seemed to be a good decision! The ambiance was dark and quiet. They display their aged meat in their fridge. This place is pricey but ahhhhmazinggg! Their appetizer like lobster Mac is close to $30 lol and the fixins for your meal you chose per item. All that to say, the food was delicious! The wagyu steaks are pretty big so I ordered a 20oz with my coworker and asked to have it split. It ended up being the perfect amount considering all the sides we had. As for the service, on the floor, they had 2 gentlemen serving. 1 was the main waiter and the other seemed to be a bar tender. Both young gentlemen but really trained on hospitality. They helped take photo for us. They kindly explained the menu. They were very very attentive. I would love to visit again! read more

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The meat was super tender and tasty The service was great and the place had a lovely vibe

The small hidden gem in a Lomita strip mall. The staff is very welcoming and friendly and they made an excellent effort to ensuring that our Anniversary experience was memorable. The food was excellent, we started off with the Wagyu Sushi it was delicious just wish we ordered the 4 piece version! My wife had the Japanese Certified A5 Wagyu Ribeye and I had the Dry aged Kansas City Prime Bone-in Strip both were great and totally different flavor profiles. The sides were prepared perfectly. Were we then given the best tiramisu! read more

The service was magnificent, the ambience and surroundings were very pleasant, and the ribeye steak was so juicy, flavorful, and delicious. My wife and I truly enjoyed it! read more

I'm giving five stars for the service, ambience, The Owner. They all get five stars for me. We went on a Saturday night for my friends birthday. We usually celebrates each birthday in different restaurant well since I'm the only "She" so I decided to pick this place close where I live and I never noticed this if not for Yelp. Let's talk about the Food, I'm glad I didn't pay for it. It's my other friend who paid for it. We had two different steaks, fried rice, lobster mac&cheese, wine, starter, and salad. I think that's all we got. For the dessert we brought our own cake. They were too kind to prepared it for my friend. Not to mentioned they gave him a FREE polariod picture! Tips: Tomahawk Special is more reasonable reasonable! (My friend got the other one. Almost same price and the other piece was burned but we didn't say anything because of the service was amazing!) Would I go back again? Or recommend this place? Absolutely! I would recommend this place! Go back if I have tons of money to burn jk! Of course I would go back again here! read more

Had heard about this place for a while and had been meaning to go with Rena but never made it. Suggested it for a work meeting and went. Most wouldn't imagine a fine steak establishment in a mini mall. My guest actually thought they had driven to the wrong place. Restaurant inside is very nice, not too big or small. A private library like space, hence the name perhaps. We started with their well known cotton candy wagu appetizer. It was unique and very good. Wedge salad was excellent and very large. Can be shared by two people. Main courses were the large tomahawk and porterhouse steaks for sharing. Both steaks were very good but perhaps not the best ive ever had. Dessert was a sweet potato sundae that was good but nothing out of the ordinary. Another person in our party got the Molten Lava cake and it looked good. Overall a nice place to take someone for a special occasion id say. Bonus is lots of free parking. Beer, wine and soda only. read more

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I came here with some work associates. Wonderful dinner. We mostly shared all the apps and sides. Everything was fresh and flavorful (loved the shrimp!). My steak was tender and cooked to perfection. Service was very friendly. Recommended! read more

Could this little restaurant in LOMITA be called the best steakhouse in the South Bay? Having been to a number of the steakhouse in the greater South Bay Area I would have to say YES! We decided to give the Steak Library a try for my wife 65th birthday. Don't expect much when you park and walk into the restaurant, but everything changes once you walk in. They did a wonderful job with the decor of the restaurant, it is not very big. But it is done with a high level design. We did bring our own bottle of wine for our dinner, which they were happy to open. But what is really important is they took away the wine glasses from the table and brought over Pinot Noir Glasses for our wine. A clear understanding by the restaurant on stemware and the part it plays with wine. Something that a number of others restaurants don't do. We started off with an order of Bone Marrow which had one in a garlic oil and the other done in a Brûlée style. Both were very tasty. We also had the marinated octopus and tomatoes, the dressing seems to be in a rice wine vinegar. Just a simple but very good appetizer. Our main course was the 22oz bone on Rib Eye, a very tender rib eye with just the right amount of seasoning on top. The same thing could be said about the roasted wild mushrooms, so many restaurants will serve mushrooms and they are very dull. Not here, great flavor and a nice amount of mushrooms for two people. They did a nice job of bringing out a slice of chocolate cake for my wife birthday. All in all just amazing dinner for this celebration. Will we be back? Without a doubt! read more