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    Umami Express

    4.3 (27 reviews)
    Fri 9:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Sat 10:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Organic Tofu Rice & Cabbage Bowl
    Cindy C.

    So good! Fresh ingredients, tastes homemade and healthy! Love it! So glad to have this healthy lunch option. I ordered the Tofu bowl with cabbage, lemon garlic soy sauce and the chili oil crunch. I like that they use paper bags and boxes. No plastic. Love the hand-written thank you note! Will definitely order from here again.

    Protein bowl
    Amanda G.

    Y'all, yes this is operating out of the ghost kitchen/ carryout place on Western. And, it's delicious! I ordered once on Uber eats and once for pickup. It's been delicious. I'm so happy to be able to order something with great protein and veggies nearby. They have followed my order notes and even took the time to thank me for on Uber. It's definitely a new regular spot.

    Chicken Rice Bowl
    Detroit R.

    Listen to me, if you're debating on whether to order here....DO IT NOW!!! I was in LA for a quick business trip and wanted something healthy. Umami Express did not fail. I ordered the chicken rice bowl, smoothie and chicken rice & cabbage bowl. All bowls were absolutely ahhhmazing. Very healthy, delicious, fresh and full of flavor. Everything was natural and made of quality products. Can't wait to order another bowl. This will now be my "go to" when I'm in LA, wanting something healthy. So enjoyable and appetizing!!!! Highly highly recommend. I was also very appreciative of the "Thank you" note on my takeout box. Truly fabulous!!!!!!

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    Healthy and delicious. Got it off door dash and it travels well. Not much more to say.

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    Uber eats ...late night ....delicious giant portion. Got the tofu cabbage bowl....awesome. Thank me later.

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    I recently visited this place and had such a great experience! The Toowoomba pasta was absolutely…read moredelicious--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The avocado salad was fresh and perfectly balanced, which paired so well with the meal. I also tried their latte, and it was smooth and really well-made. You can tell they care about both the food and drinks here. Overall, such a cozy spot with amazing quality. I'll definitely be coming back!

    PARKING: Not sure because I walked here but I think they valet? There is street parking and a lot…read moreacross but that might be only for Ralphs. SEATING: About 15, 20 tables? Pretty spacious! Very pretty decor. The seats are pretty comfortable! SERVICE: Friendly service! Only two employees but quick service! They refilled the waters and made sure to ask if we needed anything constantly. FOOD: I got the street sandwhich and my friend got the shrimp burger. Pretty good overall! I did feel like my sandwich was pretty small but when I tried finishing it, I barely could! It was filled with so much delicious egg. The bread was a bit thinner than I like. However, I loved it! The drinks were a bit too sweet like they didn't mix it entirely and the syrup sat at the bottom. Street Sandwhich 4/5 Shrimp Burger 3.5/5 Jasmine Lychee 3/5 Peach Tea 1.5/5 OVERALL: A hidden gem in a hotel which was a nice change of pace! Loved that I tried something new and enjoyed it!

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    This was my first time dining at this restaurant with my family, and I was pleasantly surprised by…read morehow exquisite and delicious the dishes were--and, most importantly, the prices were quite affordable. I will definitely be coming back here again.

    COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask…read more All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. The staff also wears gloves when handling food. There are some hand sanitizers available for customers to use. This place is available for take outs and has some indoor & outdoor seating available with limited capacity. They are not sanitizing in between customers. I mention these things in my reviews for the sake of protecting immunocompromised people like the elderly and people sick with cancer and other illnesses. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was eating my food in this establishment several months ago, I asked if they had any special offers and they were offering some at the moment. They currently do have happy hour. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal. Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is located behind the restaurant at a local medical building parking lot. It's $1 each 9 minutes with a max of $13. Or you can try to find street parking and walk on over. Food: I ordered a Lychee Martini, Saigon Summer, Mamasan's Shrimp Cake Skewers, Truffle Wok Seared Noodles with Scallop, Slow-Drip Vietnamese Coffee Flan, and Banyan Tree Ice Cream. Before I started ordering, I was immediately given some house made complimentary shrimp chips. I loved how light and airy it was. It also had an amazing crunch. It tasted just like shrimps hahaha. My lychee martini was a crisp, refreshing cocktail that perfectly balances floral sweetness with tart acidity. Order this! The Saigon summer is a spicy, tropical blend of tequila, lime leaf liqueur, agave, butterfly pea infused triplum, and a Thai chili infusion. Not really up my alley, but I'm glad I was able to try it out. I think I dislike anything spicy and super bitter in my drinks. It just tasted odd. Mamasan's shrimp cake skewers features crispy, deep-fried shrimp cakes flavored with kaffir lime and lemongrass. It is served with skewers, charred pineapple, and a sweet garlic chili dip. Definitely get this. It was so crunchy, massive, and mouthwatering. The charred pineapple provided a sour yet sweet taste that helped off set the savory seafood / fishy taste in your mouth. The truffle wok seared noodles with scallop is a dish that combines savory, smoky flavor with luxurious truffle and tender scallops, which bridges the gap between classic Asian stir-fry and Italian comfort food. As a massive sucker for Italian food and all things truffle, this dish was my favorite. The al dente handmade egg noodles were wok-tossed in a rich black truffle sauce with delicious mushrooms, fresh Brussels sprout leaves, and perfectly seared scallops. I loved that I could taste the black truffles. The truffles added a nice rich, earthy, and highly savory flavor with prominent notes roasted nuts. GET THIS DISH!!!!! The slow-drip Vietnamese coffee flan is a silky, rich egg custard infused with bold phin-drip coffee and sweetened condensed milk. It offers a perfect balance of bitter roasted coffee and sweet creamy custard. This dish was super smooth, creamy, and delicious. I loved that Star Leaf added their own twist to this dish by putting a caramel golden cage on top of this already phenomenal tasting dessert. The caramel golden cage gave this flan a nice crunch. This dish wasn't too sweet for me. As a hater of super sweet things, this flan was just right. The banyan tree ice cream was a great way to end the meal. Super refreshing! I got two scoops of Thai tea ice cream and one scoop of the coconut ice cream. Both flavors were fantastic and tasted very creamy. Not too sweet, which is how I like it. Staff: The staff here are very attentive, friendly, welcoming, and polite. Elysha waited on me when I went. She was very attentive, informative, and personable. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum.

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    My friend and I came on a Friday afternoon for lunch and were seated quite quickly outside. I…read moreordered the Uni udon and she got the shrimp tempura udon. We split the eggplant tempura, Agedashi tofu, yuzu lemonade. The udon had a bouncy texture and the normal broth was clear. The Uni udon was creamy and not at all overpowering. I was surprisingly felt lighter than I thought I would after finishing such a creamy dish. I can only speak of the outside environment since I never went inside. It can be a bit hard to wave someone down since they're so busy. We sat near the doorway and there were plenty of people waiting after we sat down but there was a nice waiting area so it wasn't so cramp.

    Finally made it to Marugame Monzo and it definitely lived up to the hype! The uni udon was the…read morehighlight of the meal--rich, creamy, and absolutely worth ordering if you're a fan of uni. We also tried the seafood tomato udon, veggie udon, miso carbonara udon, and the fried chicken skin, and everything was delicious. Each dish had its own unique flavor, and you can really tell they put a lot of care into making their noodles. We came on a Saturday for lunch, so we expected a long wait, but it was actually very reasonable and totally bearable. Service was efficient, and once seated, the food came out pretty quickly. Overall, a great spot for fresh handmade udon, and I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu!

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    Ryla

    Ryla

    4.3
    (578 reviews)
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    The second I walk in I'm immediately calm and relaxed in this space any time of day, even the…read morebathroom is cute! Spirits are top shelf and signature cocktails are delicious but some are seasonal, ask the servers for recs. Not many late night HH's in the South Bay, this is THE spot! After 9 pm head to the bar top for their special menu with offerings of rolls, skewers, ramen, and other small bites! Their fish and meats always are packed with flavor and melt in your mouth. Their food and service is excellent overall, but their brunch menu is so unique you must try it! I get the fluffy Japanese Pancake every time, and when I bring new friends I order the Pop Tart for the table. There's something for everyone from the breakfast fried rice to sushi. The Matcha Tiramisu or Ube Ice Cream is the perfect end to any meal you have here!

    Came here the other weekend to meet some friends for brunch, had a reservation so we were able to…read moreget seated right away. Nice location close to the beach, plus plenty of things to do in the area. Started off with drinks, as one does with brunch. The best Mai Tai on the Island was an interesting take on a Mai Tai with a little mango added. Could have had a little more as it was hard to discern at times but still a tasty cocktail. Can't remember what the others ordered to drink, so my apologies, but they were also good. For food, we started with the Lobstah roll which was really nice, a good shift if lobster in each bite and crumbles of salt and vinegar chips on top for some crunch. Just something you wouldn't expect to see on the same plate but it worked. For entrees, we tried the egg crepe, breakfast sandwich and surfing that was like a dry ramen. The crepe was much different than your normal crepe, almost feeling like a quesadilla burrito combo, but was really good. The ramen, without the broth, was also very interesting and very good as well. The winner was the breakfast sandwich. A lot going on in it, and I'm typically not a sausage fan, but this was really tasty, no complaints from anyone at the table. Good location, quality cocktails and good brunch items, if you're in Hermosa Beach on a weekend, give Ryla a taste to meet your brunch needs

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