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    4.0 (1.5k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Ashley H.

    Service here was friendly and fast. The teriyaki chicken bowl was fresh and seemed very healthy! I love how they cooked the veggies especially. Outside is bright and friendly and can seat 1-20 people! Would recommend to anyone who wasn't a quick or slow meal, and wants something a little healthier

    Susan K.

    Zero stars. Truly one of the WORST restaurants we've ever been to. The service was atrocious, and the food was subpar. We appreciated the gluten-free options, but that was the only positive. The restaurant wasn't super busy (6:45 PM on a weekday), but we still had to wait 15 minutes for a table. And when we were finally seated, the host didn't leave us with menus. It took almost 20 minutes for our waitress to even acknowledge us, so my husband got the menus himself. Meanwhile, tables all around us were being seated with menus and being served while we were completely overlooked. We truly felt invisible. Although our server eventually showed up with waters and took our order, things didn't get any better. Our food took almost 30 minutes. The pizza was burnt and barely warm, while the burger and fries were at least hot. My husband actually enjoyed the burger, but the fries were hard. We were starving, so we ate what we could. The water was warm and the glasses were filthy, but we didn't bother asking for new waters given how bad the service was. By the end of the meal, it was obvious the servers had no idea what they were doing. Maybe the restaurant was understaffed, but it was clear they were disorganized and had no system in place. I've worked as a server before, and it's SO important to multitask. If you're bringing drinks to one table, you should also be monitoring or checking on your other tables to see if they need anything. Instead, it felt like every task required a separate trip, which made the service painfully slow. Overall, eating here was a complete waste of time and money. It's a shame because we came here based on the positive reviews, and our experience couldn't have been more different.

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    Matthew L.

    Was really hoping to have a 5 start experience to help promote more healthy restaurants. My wife loves this place, but has only been to the Newport location. We were in the area and tried a bunch of dishes/drinks, but they fell short of expectations. Service: staff was very nice. It was good, but they missed the mark several times to make it a great experience. Atmosphere: Was great weather on Sunday, so enjoyed the outdoor area. It was clean and noise level was low, so we could enjoy conversation over brunch. Food: Unfortunately, left a lot to be desired. The Green drink and Watermelon cocktail were both really good. So were the edamame dumplings. However, it wasn't the best All Grain bowl; and my wife has had it several times from the other location. The Peri peri plate had great chicken, but the rest of it was lack luster. We won't be ordering the pizza and fries again; our toddler wouldn't even eat the pizza :-( Hoping it was an anomaly, but perhaps the quality between the two locations varies?

    Salmon
    Heather H.

    If I could give 3.5 stars, I would. Service is quite good which brings the score up. Ambiance is also pretty great and I love how convenient it is in the point. However the food was really mediocre and hit or miss. We got multiple entrees and I tried some of other people's. The bad: -The Chinese chicken salad was weird, I've never had anything like it but would NOT get it again. The ingredients a bit obscure which is fine but the dressing was unappetizing. -Adding "steak" to a salad- the "steak" that was added to our salad looked like chewed up dog food. Weird chunks that was so gross and chewy. I've had better steak at chipotle or any other establishment. They should really remove this option. MEH: -Salmon- salmon was cooked fine. The vegetables underneath were okay but had a slightly weird flavor -Jambalaya was underwhelming The good: -The mushroom pizza? Delicious. Would absolutely get again -Panini is more like a folded pizza but was honestly sooo good Seems like only the bready/pizza things were good here.

    Hamburger
    Lauretta N.

    Food is always good and has a large menu. I had their burger which had a very bland salad but the burger was delicious. Friend has the Chinese chicken salad that had an unusual dressing but she enjoyed the salad. Service is great.

    Maruko X.

    Ambiance: green and healthy themed restaurant, with spacious and cozy dining vibes, good for large group hangouts Service: very friendly and attentive, introduced their menu and specialities thoroughly, refilled water promptly Food: their menu has a heavy emphasis on vegetarian food Edamame Dumplings - *** white truffle oil, dashi, thai basil, sesame seeds, unique taste Pepperoni Pizza - *** Niman Ranch uncured pepperoni, DiNapoli tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, average taste Spaghetti Squash Casserole - ** caramelized onions, fresh mozzarella, DiNapoli tomato sauce, mushy texture Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA - **** canned beer, easy to drink, recommend Price: small to moderate portions, overall mediocre quality, expect $35+ per person

    Rancher's Hash + Kids Pasta
    Rebecca L.

    My family and I really enjoyed Sunday brunch at True Food Kitchen. The space is bright and comfortable, and the service was friendly and attentive. There are plenty of fresh, healthy options to choose from on the menu. I had the Rancher's Hash, which was tasty, and my little one loved the kids' tomato pasta--simple and just the way he likes it. Overall, it's a great spot if you're looking to eat clean and still enjoy a satisfying meal.

    Butternut squash pizza.
    Krissy W.

    Large airy dining area. Friendly staff. Unfortunately, because of the rain the rest rooms were out of operation. The menu had several vegan options. The ones I had were delicious. The soup was creamy and the pizza had a delightful lemon ricotta.

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    Mikee J.

    Xander always great. Great service and great hospitality all around. Love the pizzas and my kid always kids chicken with bulgar

    Comfort fries!
    Tia K.

    I escaped LAX during a layover (before the red eye home!) to enjoy my favorite meal at TFK. This is a chain so I've been to these before but this one is a standout. The servers and staff really fo above and beyond to be warm and welcoming. My go to meal is the season soup, the kale salad with no cheese add salmon and occasionally I order the fries. I love the grapefruit spritz (n/a) and also the skinny margarita. Highly recommend!!

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    Delicious!! Shawna was our server and she was a delight!! Sweet, attentive and thorough. We will be back'.

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    Food is so delicious and service is amazing! Nikki was fabulous! Korean noodles with salmon is a must have!

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    This is such a nice review. Thank you so much for sharing.

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    First time trying Trie Food Kitchen. Sat in the bar area. Drinks and food was amazing.

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    Do you have to show proof of vaccination?

    No proof - just sat down and enjoyed the food

    Are dogs still allowed on the patio? Thank you!

    Absolutely Thank you so much for asking

    Is the patio dog friendly at the El Segundo location?

    yes!

    Do they have soy-free options?

    Yes although I don't think it is spelled out on the menu but this place is great about answering your questions

    What are the Brunch hours?

    Brunch is offered from 10am-3pm

    Do their restrooms have a diaper changing station?

    Yes, there is a baby changing station in the first bathroom.

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    Manhattan Beach Post - Pecan sticky bun

    Manhattan Beach Post

    4.3(4k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$

    Went in at opening and had reservations made in advance, easily done on open table and could choose…read morebetween bar or standard seating. Got seated and offered still or sparkling water. Decided to try and share savory and sweet after asking the server what was popular. The server mentioned that they are known for their biscuits so we got the biscuit egg Benedict and she was definitely right because the biscuit as the base was amazing and the best part. The rest of the benedict were standard with the runny egg and prosciutto. We also got the peach french toast which was not too sweet as the walnuts and peaches pair well. The only thing is that the inside of the french toast was a little runny so it was slightly soggy. Overall great experience and cozy atmosphere to grab brunch with friends and would come back if in the area!

    Stopped by after work and decided to give this place a try, especially after noticing the Michelin…read morerecognition. The location is convenient, right on the street and close to Manhattan Beach, so it felt like an easy spot to check out We ordered a bunch of different dishes to get a feel for the menu. Overall, the food was good, but I'm not totally convinced it matches the price point. The prawn was definitely a standout -- really delicious and probably my favorite of the dishes we tried. The cookie was a little on the dry side, though, and the steak was honestly underwhelming for a $120 price tag. The drinks were much more impressive: well-made, nicely balanced, and definitely on the sweeter side Service was definitely on point. They weren't constantly checking in, which I actually appreciated, but whenever we needed something, someone was there and very attentive. Everyone was also friendly and welcoming throughout the meal The ambiance leans more toward a bar-restaurant than traditional fine dining, but the interior has some classy design elements and definitely gives off that modern LA fine-dining feel I'd probably come back to try some of the other dishes before making a final judgment. There were definitely some highlights, and overall, I'd still say it's worth a visit if you're in the area -- just go in knowing the prices are on the higher side

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    Love & Salt - Sausage alla Vodka Pizza

    Love & Salt

    3.9(1.2k reviews)
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    Five Star Brunch!*…read more What a fantastic brunch experience in ritzy Manhattan Beach! The maitre'd couldn't have been nicer and seated us at a beautiful booth by the window. Luckily, we got out before the sun became too uncomfortably hot. The decor is beautiful, tastefully done without being too much. A stunning bar, a beautiful open kitchen, hanging lamps, the exposed beams, the skylights, chef's kiss to the interior designer. I was there for brunch, which runs from 10a-2p on weekends. Eggs in Purgatory A variation on a shakshuka. Insanely delicious! Baked eggs in a yummy tomato sauce, veggies, some kind of pepper situation (pickled?), perfect balance of spicy and sweet, perfectly seasoned. If they sold the sauce by the gallon and the toasted sourdough by the loaves, I would be the first to sign up!! Bomboloni Di Gabriele More or less a stuffed doughnut with a crunchy sugar layer on top and yummy Nutella stuffed into it. Perfect dessert after the savoury eggs. What a fantastic experience! Can't wait to come back! PS. Looks like we've reached $12 draught beer! * Yelp has a Rotten Tomatoes-style problem: How do you score brainless-but-fun Marvel movies and so-serious-my-brain-hurts Oscar movies on the same scale? How do you score triple--Michelin-star world-famous chef establishments and Mom-and-Pop shops that over-deliver on the same five-star scale? I have no idea, so please be warned that this five-star rating might be a subjective call and YMMV. Enjoy!

    First off I want to talk about the exterior. Compared to other places in Manhattan Beach, Love &…read moreSalt looked very unwelcoming from the outside due to its concrete walls. So this place is very easy to miss! When you walk in, the place opens up to this rustic farmhouse seating area. Very beautiful! I ate the brioche french toast and it was solid. I found the inside to be a bit too eggy at times but thats just my preference. The best part was how crunchy the outside was. Parking is super difficult. There is limited street parking and a paid garage close by. But even the garage was almost full.

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    Jame Enoteca - John Thomas Bar

    Jame Enoteca

    4.5(1.4k reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Was able to make LA Dine Lunch course here the Thursday before it ended. Two of us were seated…read moreoutside quickly a very hot day but Jame patio seating is still cool out of the sun. For the first course: we got meatballs and Spicy Cesar salad Main course: as Spicy Rigatoni and Tonnarelli cacio e pepe w/ Chicken added to each Dessert: we obviously shared the fresh baked Chocolate chip and Snickerdoodle cookies. Everything was Excellent with perfect texture of both pastas and soft flavorful meatballs. Lunch was extra busy the kitchen was at a perfect pace. This is a great lil corner of El Segundo that I will continue to explore after just randomly finding this!

    Hit all the marks. Great space, food, and service. Easy parking…read more DineLA was my introduction and I was impressed with the space upon walking in. It's an unassuming spot in a corner of a strip center that you could easily miss. It's the cutest space with indoor and patio seating as well as a few bar spots, good for solo dining. We started with the meatballs and Caesar salad. The meatballs had a crisp sear outside that gave way to a soft inside. So good with the tomato sauce and arugula. The Caesar had a touch of spiciness and was dressed with toasted bread crumbs, a nice touch. I had the bolognese. It was tender and meaty and the pasta had the right amount of bite. This was even great leftover the next day. The Meyer lemon pie was the perfect closer. DineLA was the right call to bring me in to to try this gem of a spot.

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    Fishing With Dynamite - Peruvian scallops and jumbo shrimp cocktail from the raw bar

    Fishing With Dynamite

    4.5(2k reviews)
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    My wife and I recently visited Los Angeles to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary and a major…read morebirthday milestone, and we were fortunate enough to discover Fishing With Dynamite. We had heard wonderful things about the restaurant, and after our experience, I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. Because of our travel schedule, our only opportunity to visit was during lunch on the same day we had to catch a flight home across the country. From the moment we made our reservation to the moment we walked out the door, everything about our experience was exceptional. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a wonderful corner location and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The service was terrific, and the food was outstanding. The four of us ordered a variety of dishes to share, and everything was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. Each dish felt thoughtfully prepared, and there was something special about being able to enjoy such a memorable meal together on an important day for our family. But what truly sets Fishing With Dynamite apart isn't just the food or the atmosphere -- it's the people. Every interaction we had with the staff was wonderful. From making the reservation, to our waitress who took such great care of us, to the servers who brought our food and drinks, everyone was friendly, attentive, welcoming, and genuinely seemed to care about making sure we had a great experience. And then something happened that took that feeling to an entirely different level. After we finished our meal, I accidentally left a small bag at the restaurant as we headed to the airport. I didn't realize it until we were already at LAX, sitting at the gate and preparing to board our flight home. My heart sank when I realized what had happened. The items inside -- AirPods, Beats headphones, an external battery pack, an expensive pair of sunglasses, and other things -- were replaceable, but a few of them were gifts and had sentimental value to me. Given that we were already at the airport, I had pretty much accepted that I would never see the bag again. My wife contacted Fishing With Dynamite, explained what had happened, and the staff immediately went to work trying to help. We were put back in touch with the waitress who had served us, and incredibly, she remembered us and was able to locate the bag. We offered to pay for shipping and for the inconvenience of someone having to take the package to the post office. Instead, later that day, the general manager reached out to us personally and assured us that they would be happy to ship everything back to us promptly -- and, even more incredibly, they wouldn't accept a penny from us for doing it. That gesture meant far more to me than simply getting my belongings back. In a world where customer service can sometimes feel transactional, the people at Fishing With Dynamite reminded me that there are still genuinely caring people who are willing to go out of their way to help someone simply because it's the right thing to do. We went to Fishing With Dynamite expecting a great lunch. We left with an incredible meal, wonderful memories from our anniversary trip, and an experience with a group of people that I will genuinely never forget. The food is fantastic. The restaurant is beautiful. The service is excellent. But most importantly, the people who work here truly care about their customers, and they proved it by going far beyond what anyone could reasonably expect.

    My second time here and everything was creative and delicious…read more Raw scallops on shells: 5/5 Shrimp cocktail: 4/5 Snow crab claws: delicious but tiny 4/5 Black cod on tostadas: 5/5 Cold soba noodles with lightly cured king salmon 5/5 Koshihikari rice with uni, shrimp and crab meat 5/5 Overall 5/5 experience

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