This was my 1st visit, Very clean, Was greeted when I walked through the door, cashier was very courteous, hospitable and provided suggestions from the menu, While waiting for my order, soup samples were offered (chili ) , the beef stro salad (fresh) & loaded baked potato (hot) were delicious, for dessert, a sample of lemon custard with graham cracker custard was provided I will return to try other menu items, I highly recommend this place read more

Service was very amazing the young lady named Kai was so polite and very welcoming she offered a few sample. The food is good and ambience was tasty and everything is clean.. Thanks Kai I appreciate your great customer service. read more

Great soup and salad options. The food was delicious! My friends and I were very impressed by the cleanliness and courtesy of the owner and staff.. Definitely a place to visit and recommend to others! read more

I spoke with the own Rick very nice man. He offer me samples of 4 of his soups. I told him I'm not really a soup person only when I sick. Chili, Chicken tortilla, Tomato Bisque, Clam Chowder this is the order I tasted the soups all taste delicious. He also give the customer's inside sample of a dessert. I ordered the Shrimp Alfredo and the Chicken Pesto Penne nice portion of food eat some now save some later. The best part was it was my first time there and I did not let Mr. Rick know until I received my order to leave. Now that's GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE Thanks Toss Up Tammy T. Sunday August 17, 2025 read more

This hidden gem was amazing. Right off the bat we were greeted with excellent customer service. With what I assume to be the owner, was friendly and passionate explaining their menu since it was my first time. The food was really good and tasty. And the restaurant was very clean!! It's refreshing to find a food spot that serves delicious food and provides great service. I'm definitely coming back! read more

The Toss Up - Chicken Caesar Wrap - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

Third time here and the food is delicious and filling and the service is definitely 5 Star!! The staff and owners definitely go above and beyond to converse with consumers and make you feel welcomed and appreciated.. and it's not at all forced.. They have great healthy options and I'll keep supporting them. Got the Baja salad, subbed chicken for shrimp. Hubby got the Ahi tuna and was pleased. We also go an Alfredo shrimp pasta. Large portions guys.. yum! read more

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Awesome food the loaded potato is great and very fulfilling, I also love the fact that you can build your own fresh salad with a variety of ingredients. The green smoothie mixed with pina colada is the best! The service is excellent and professional. read more

Came here to try something new and may I say we definitely enjoyed every bit of it ! The ambience of the restaurant is very welcoming bright and clean . Customer service was amazing owner is frequently walking around and assisting staff and greeting people . Employees are smiling and bring your food to you . We tried their signature salads and they were so delicious they make their dressing in house which is always great ! Can't wait to come back again and try some of the other items they have do offer ! read more

The Toss Up - Texas Smokehouse - Salad The Mandarin - SALAD (background) - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

It's rare to have a business tend to their customers the way The Toss Up does. It felt like being welcomed by family for a home cooked meal. I appreciated the personal warmth, the yummy samples, and the healthy options. I had a chili baked potato and it was the yummiest winter warm up. I will be visiting again sometime! read more

SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS!!! Randomly found this place after a workout looking for dinner and wanting to feel "healthy". The cashier was kind enough to give us the lowdown on their menu offerings since we were first timers and even gave us some samples of their fresh juices since it was later at night after the dinner rush. While we waited for our food the owner was also kind enough to bring some samples of all their soup offerings as well. The chili and clam chowder were super flavorful and HIT with this cold weather outside. My wife really liked the tomato bisque. I ordered a Chicken Caesar Wrap which offered well seasoned chicken, fresh ingredients and Caesar dressing that tasted house made, little details that set them apart from the corporate slop that gets offered at most establishments nowadays. Don't sleep on their SOUPS either, I will definitely be returning for a bowl of their chili. read more

This is my third time coming this week alone and it's worth every trip. By far, the best salads, açai bowls! Their service is amazing. They are extremely attentive and so detailed when it comes to taking your order and providing the best experience possible. This is definitely my new go to, Rick is doing an amazing job with this beautiful and amazing establishment. read more

This place was great! The staff were so friendly and even gave us samples to try. The food is so fresh and very delicious! The prices are reasonable especially when comparing them to LA prices. The only thing I dislike is that they are not open Saturdays. I will definitely be coming back! read more

It was my first time and I brought my daughter the customer service was excellent the cashier explained everything to us about the menu I ordered an Acai bowl my daughter ordered the Ahi Salad and two pina colada smoothies everything was delicious oh we also sampled the soups broccoli cheddar and clam chowder we will be back for sure Michelle Byers read more

Service was magnificent! Food amazing. I will definitely recommend this place to some more people!

I was hunting for my favorite type of salad, a Chinese Chicken salad in the South Bay, and stumbled across this gem of a place with the help of Yelp! Their Mandarin Salad was just what I was looking for. I was super impressed with how warm and welcoming the owner was, and the food was delicious! I will definitely be back for another Mandarin salad and tortilla soup. Both were exceptional! read more

Went here on an afternoon for a late lunch, first visit. Love how you can sample stuff. Had the Mandarin chicken salad. It was excellent! And they don't skimp on the toppings. Will definitely come back and try others . Service is also excellent. Owner came out and noticed I didn't have any water and poured me a cup. Cherry on top is supporting a black-owned business! read more

The Toss Up - The Mandarin - SALAD - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

This place is amazing. The food, the staff, the menu and atmosphere are pleasant and pleasing to all of the senses. I have not been disappointed yet and I dawned the doors for the first time a couple years ago now. The owner Rick is super attentive to the customers it makes you think about how you're not being treated at other places. I keep going back because it's a healthier choice for me compared to some other places I've experienced. Go get some now! read more

Wish I could give this place 10 stars! *CLEAN *friendly cashiers and food prep staff *reasonable prices *great food portions *made fresh to order When you walk into the door the staff immediately greets you. The cashier is always cheerful and ready to give menu suggestions. read more

First and foremost the customer service here is impeccable! The best I've experienced in a very long time. The hospitality is there from the moment you walk in. The food is delicious and fresh. read more

The Toss Up - Shrimp Alfredo - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

Loved their wraps. Excellent customer service!!! Parking is a challenge... but it must be for a reason. Well worth the paring wait

Great place, yesterday was my first time. I was greeted by very friendly staff and was able to sample a few items which were all amazing. Ordered a salad, everything was fresh and good. Today as I type this review I'm eating the most delicious chicken tortilla soup. So if you're looking for something good with fresh ingredients this is the place. See you soon Toss Up.​ read more

The service and food here is so yummy and Mr Rick was so welcoming! You have to try the clam chowder( Amazing), the baked potato and the broccoli cheddar soup! I have a new spot Mr Rick! read more

Awesome salads, all the salads are 5 star, Great service, friendly awrvie, atmosphere & vibe to take a date for a healthy meal & nice experience, read more

Delicious ! Chicken Waldorf salad w/ Honey Mustard! Can't wait to return to try more items ") Customer Service Great! Nice size and sitting area in and outside ! read more

The Toss Up - Chicken Waldorf Salad - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

First time here! I was craving something healthy and quick so of course a Yelp search led me here! The staff were friendly and helpful! The food was so delicious. Lots of flavor packed into these entrees! What we ordered: - Baja Salad: Grilled chicken, red onions, avocado, mixed greens, corn, cilantro, cherry tomatoes with spicy ranch dressing! - Southwest Beef and Bean Bowl: Flank steak, black beans, corn, quinoa, cherry tomatoes. This has a creamy jalapeño dressing that made this even better! I love the little kick the dressing gives! read more

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My first time going today... awesome visit... Rick explained the menu to me which made my ordering so much easier after watching Facebook I had to go see this place. Driving from Bellflower,living in Long Beach. So my order I couldn't stop ordering from loaded potatoe, Cobb salad, shrimp fettuccine. He had me taste the soups so I had to order the clam chowder. Needless to say I'm set for lunch this week lol. Thank you Rick your staff was very nice you were very nice I will be back I need lunch for next week Sandy read more

I love this place! First the ambiance and the customer service was top tier! They literally went over the whole menu with me. Tonight I had the Cobb salad with the vegan ranch dressing it was delicious. Next up I'm trying a loaded potato and the mandarin cardamom iced tea was ! I'm so happy it's near my favorite charging station so I'll be ordering every time I charge. I hate that I'm late to the party I wish knew about this establishment sooner! read more

This place just might be my new favorite salad spot. So much better than Sweet Green!! I was recommended to come here by a friend and I'm glad I did. The food here is incredibly fresh and full of flavor. The customer service was also amazing. The owner came out to walk me thru the menu and let me sample some of their drinks. I ended up ordering the baked potato bowl, Cobb salad and Baja salad. The Baja salad had a nice kick to it and the Cobb salad had a really addicting dressing that made me want to come back for more. The baked potato bowl was by far my favorite and is a must try when you come. The wait was a little long, but it was definitely worth it. A great casual spot to come for a quick bite to eat. I will definitely be coming back! read more

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OMG!!! Amazing salad, soup, baked potato can't beat it!!! Must visit, take my word. Exceptional staff

The food is amazing and fresh. The service and staff is first class. The atmosphere is very clean. I drove from Lake Elsinore and I will most definitely return. read more

The salads here is so good and fresh. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu.

This review is long deserved and well overdue! The food , the service is always top notch. The atmosphere is always clean and pristine. I love that Rick, the owner, is always so welcoming, kind, and ever-present. The food is always fresh; food is made fresh-to-order. The are a variety of options such as salads, soups, wraps, baked potatoes, pastas, desserts, beverages and much more. Unfortunately, I do not have a picture of the broccoli cheddar soup, but it is so delicious and amazing. It is my favorite soup above all of the soups they have to offer. The portions are more than satisfying the food never disappoints; your palate will be pleased! Give this locally-owned establishment and I know you will be disappointed or dissatisfied. Thank you for providing fresh and healthy alternative options for the People and for the Community!!! See you soon! read more

The Toss Up - Make my own creation salad! - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

All the food on the menu was legit. Especially, the Cheddar broccoli baked potatoes were so nice. thus, I take two more for to-go. And the Asai bowl was as so delicious as it was in Hawaii. I felt very comfortable eating with my friend. All the servers were very attentive and friendly. They provided us with small bites so that we could try different menus. the price was affordable. kitchen looks so clean & bright. The food ingredients were abundant, so I could eat my fill. I had so much fun. I am certainly willing to revisit here soon. read more

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I decided to try here after a neighbor said how good this place was and I wanted a salad after a great workout. I arrived here and when walked in greeted by the staff. I was asked if this was my first time here and since it was the gentleman explained to me the entire menu and what they offered it's more than salad. They even gave me a sample of there juice they sell which are organic. This place was amazing from service to the taste and quality of there food. If you want a healthy place to eat this is the one. Hopefully they will open other locations. Definitely will be back here again read more

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This place is delicious! I usually go to simply salad but it was nice to try a new spot nearby. I've been twice and going back. They have a ton of options and their pasta salad is delicious. I'm vegan/vegetarian and I like their vegan salad. They also have WiFi and outlets available for digital workers. The only things are that it's much more expensive than simply salad. Simply salad is around abt $16 for a salad with modifications (adding ingredients,etc) and Toss Up is closer to abt $21-$26 with modifications. Which is unfortunate but normal for starting up in this economy smh. And also, some of their dressings/sauces don't really hit as much. Almost like it's missing an ingredient or two to make the flavor pop in your mouth. Not quite sure what it is but just sharing. The chimichurri and the spicy jalapeño dressings have the most flavor to me. The Greek feta vinaigrette is good but veryyy light. I think it's missing something. The tomato bisque soup is yummy. But overall The Toss Up is absolutely worth the stop! read more

I'm not the type to eat salad, but my wife loves this place. This place also makes it easy to like salad. I usually get the Mandarin with extra dressing and wonton crisps. I also asked for pasta in mine, and they were happy to accommodate. Super fresh and made to order. Wife loves the Cobb and Beefstro. They also give a great amount of food. Super bang for your buck. Also, the service is great! The owners are really nice! They're lovely people. No complaints. read more

I came across this gem of a relatively newer business by driving by it regularly and from a friend that recently recommended this place. It is a great new place in the South Bay area that fills a restaurant void for simply a great salad or hot delicious soup. They also have wraps, bowls, smoothies and fountain drinks to choose. I ordered the cobb salad which was decent albeit a bit smaller looking than I anticipated at $13. The lettuce was fresh and crisp. I liked the honey mustard dressing that came with the salad either tossed or on the side. The perfectly cubed processed turkey was also good, but can be questionably argued as being "healthy". Overall, though, the food here is a nice fresh alternative to the usual chain and fast food spots. Where this place needs improvement is in its service. The family-owned restaurant is friendly, but getting your food can be a bit on the slow side. I will attribute it to them still being new during the covid pandemic and not quite getting their "assembly line" together. You order your food at the counter and either stand around and wait for your "to go" order or sit at one of the tables and wait for them to call your name. I think waiting over 15 minutes at non-peak hours for my cobb salad when there are only 3 other customers in the place is a bit excessive. I can't imagine what it is like if they had a huge capacity lunch crowd. I just wouldn't come here if you are in a hurry unless you call your order in well in advance. The Toss Up has great potential and I will certainly check it out again in the future after their "grand opening" period and see if they are able to make any improvements in their order execution process. read more

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Strawberry smoothies are the best. Now on this trip my eyes caught one of the biggest baked potatoes topped with a surf and turf display of plump juicy meats yum!!! Definitely have to try that next time. read more

Tried this place after driving past it so many times. Wish I would've come sooner! First, we were greeted right away and they went through the menu with us as it was our first time. There are so many options to choose from. I ordered the Baja wrap with extra dressing on the side and a cup of the broccoli cheddar soup. Both delicious and fresh! My husband ordered the shrimp Alfredo pasta, delicious as well. They offered samples of any soup, dressing, and they're specialty drinks. I sampled the smokehouse chili and immediately, YES! Right away I knew the chili cheese potato bowl is going to be amazing! My husband and I will be coming back on Sunday just for that! (They're closed on Saturdays) Sampled the clam chowder as well, and everything is just good y'all! I also sampled the mandarin and berry specialty drinks and they had a light and refreshing taste, not overloaded with sugar. The inside is pretty spacious, CLEAN, and nicely decorated. They had some 90's jams playing on the tv too, and that's an extra yes from me. They really got it right at The Toss Up. read more

I love this place...its the bomb come check them out a must try...my favorite is the "beef"stro with there chimichurri sauce i add there bbq ranch hit the spot. Great potatoes and the smoothies are a must.. read more