Pulled up to this spot after seeing it on TikTok and it did not lie. This place is a whole experience, big portions, big flavors, big fun. Crack in a Cup - Me- Vietnamese iced coffee with a lil twist. Kinda dalgona‑ish? Kinda bitter? Maybe that's just my taste buds being dramatic. 8/10 still loved it tho. Guava margarita- Sonny - tastes like juice. danger 9/10 Coconut Shrimp: Crunchy, golden, Me- 8.5/10 only because my fav ones are from pink taco in boston RIP sonny- 8/10 (started picking out the petals bc he thought it wasn't edible ) Banana Turon Pancake - This thing was gigantic. Three fluffy stacks with caramelized banana chunks. Moist, flavorful, chef knew exactly what they were doing. Me: 8.5/10 Slight bitterness for me, but still a banger. Sonny: 8.5/10 Very banana‑y. (dalgona vibes??) Forking Around Filipino Burrito -This burrito was THICK. Like "has its own gravitational pull" thick. A whole fiesta rolled up. Me: 10/10 Might be my new favorite burrito. And I've been on a quest. Sonny:9/10 cuz apparently i'm the only 10 he sees Would absolutely come back and we'll probably order the burrito again just to feel something read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

this cute neighborhood gem in lomita serves up fusion breakfast dishes! we tried: ube lava pancakes korean breakfast taco truck breakfast burrito -- korean spicy pork al pastor, pineapple, kimchi, rice, eggs & scallions the all american i really liked how they incorporated a lot of asian + mexican flavors into their breakfast dishes! i would say it was primarily korean fusion. everything was pretty good, although some dishes felt a little pricey for breakfast (their burritos are around $18-19). overall, definitely a cute brunch spot to check out if you're in the area! read more

Love a good neighborhood spot that serves up unique and tasty dishes with friendly service. First time visiting and with a hungry appetite. Dangerous. Tried a new menu item, their special wagyu burrito featuring a special sauce. If you enjoy an In and Out burger you'll recognize the flavors in this burrito. My only complaint was it was a bit small for the price. But then again it's Wagyu and it was still delicious AND filling. We ordered the kimchee fried rice without kimchee (sacrilegious I know) but the special request was graciously accommodated. The fried rice was made with a unique blend of seasoning that I couldn't quite figure out. Very flavorful. My unsophisticated palette guessed it was maybe a Filipino blend? The fried spam was a bit too salty. If I had a vote I would've preferred to keep the kimchee as it would've offset the saltiness. Plus I love kimchee. Oh well I'll be back to have it my way ;) Because my eyes were bigger than my stomach and I really wanted something sweet we ordered the Ube pancakes. Wow! Warning. They're REALLY sweet! The actual pancakes were delicious and while I thought I'd only have a few bites, I couldn't stop eating them. I forced myself to stop and saved half for breakfast the next day. We had a matcha vanilla latte to share but it was also really sweet. A cup of black coffee would have been my preference to offset the sweetness of the pancakes. As mentioned in other reviews parking is only on the street. read more

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I wish I could give this place a 2.5 stars but rounding up and being generous, I give it a 3. I was pretty excited to try this place because of all the reviews written but in visiting the establishment today, I feel it's a lot of hype. Let's start with the ambiance and service. It's a fairly small place located on narbonne street, specifically on a corner street. There was no visible parking lot and so we had to find residential parking. In walking in, the restaurant is nicely decorated with gold accented chairs, blue decor and white tables. Aesthetically, the place is nice. But a place being visually nice doesn't mean, it's a comfortable/warm place to enjoy lunch. The chairs were the most uncomfortable thing I've sat on in a restaurant and it was tough having so little space- we had no where to park our daughter's stroller. Now the service, it wasn't the rudest I've experienced but it definitely was not the most hospital. The girl at the register seemed like she was having a bad day, her face solemn the entire time, very cold. Irritable and drained maybe? Definitely no kind and warm vibes felt for sure. The drinks ordered were all okay. Same with the food. Portion size is relatively small, and the few pickled sides (cucumber for ants, one pepper and little slices of radish) were definitely not worth the price. I'm not sure if I'd want to come back here. read more

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Was pleasantly surprised right off the bat. Despite very austere decor, you experience warmth and a welcoming atmosphere because of the staff. I chose their original burrito with the eggs over easy rather than scrambled. Delicious! The tortilla wrap was light instead of the usual thickness one is more familiar with. Even though the location is a long way from our home, we'll definitely be back! Cheers! read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

Been wanting to try this place! The day finally came! Andrea recommended and gave the best service ever! will definitely be back the burritos & banana pancakes were phenomenal. No to go boxes were needed everything was DEVOURED! will be back thank you Andrea read more

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The storefront of the popular full-service catering operation (founded in 2015) in the LA area, Bites & Bashes Cafe in Lomita opened in 2018. My wife and I had an enjoyable breakfast experience, tasting some unique dishes that are worth coming in for. We had a real early errand in the Lomita area, so wanted to take advantage by trying a different breakfast place. They have a really informative website, explaining the owning family's participation and how some of their food is sourced. It's a brunch place (open from 8 am to 2/3 pm, Tu-Su), so needed to wait a bit outside (street parking only, found one hour free parking right in front since coming so early). Menus are available at the front counter, and you place and pay (clover) for your order first. The food came out soon after, delivered to your table. There is a self-serve water jug in the same area as take-as-you-need take-out containers (also saw a self-serve costco-size plastic wrap box for wrapping...such a Korean thing to do). Utensils and napkins are available at the table to take for need. I really like places like this that have optimized the service experience, getting what you need without having to track someone down. Forking Around's Filipino Burrito ($18.95) - a collab with the food influencer 'Forking Around' to put into a breakfast burrito, many common ingredients from a Filipino breakfast. This includes egg, garlic fried rice as base and a vegetable lumpia with longanisa pieces, wrapped in a good flour tortilla. Sides were both a cilantro lime crema and a well made sawsawan. The sausage was not too sweet nor too red (though perhaps a bit too meatloaf-like), and the lumpia in the burrito worked for me. Korean Breakfast with bulgogi and steamed rice ($19.95) - it was served in a cast-iron skillet and the pan had been heated up greatly...super hot when served and still warm by the time we left. The flavor of the bulgogi was solid, and I loved the presentation. Taco Truck Burrito ($17.95) - korean-style al pastor pork, with pineapple and kimchi fried rice and egg. It was good....forgot to ask if the meat was really cooked on a vertical rotisserie. Came with a good chipotle salsa and lime crema. We were done in 30 minutes, from entry to exit. It wasn't too busy, so asked the front-of-house lead where the longanisa sausage and lumpia were made...she stated that it was all in-house. That's really impressive, making an ingredient from scratch that is only used in one dish. This and the elegant presentation and longevity really shows that the entire team behind bites & bashes cafe (catering) knows what they are doing. read more

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This recent visit was disappointing. First, parking is not great. A few years ago they used to have the small lot on 25514 Narbonne for staff and customers but, now it is for staff only. So it's only street parking. If you need the blue placard parking, there is only 1 space behind their small building. They have Korean and Filipino inspired dishes. Ie. banana turon or ube pancakes, Filipino inspired burrito with longanisa. I chose the bulgogi plate and asked for no white rice and was offered fruit or salad in lieu of. Tasty bulgogi w/a small egg on top yet the portions are very modest. In the middle of my meal, I ordered one more item- the krak fries which were very garlicky. They go for the presentation with the floral and greens to jazz up the look. Hubby's dish was straight ahead- Bulgogi cheesesteak and fries. Also modest in portions. Iced decaf Americano in a plastic cup and OJ in a plastic cup. Kinda odd considering their price points. Some beverages are in mugs. This was more like a 2.75 stars rounded up to 3. read more

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One thing I heavily regret not getting is their breakfast burrito. My partner got the breakfast burrito, and their eggs are super duper soft, and I love how it wasn't too heavy. On the other side, I got the all American plate, and my favorite part of the meal is their pancakes. I love how fluffy and not too sweet to the taste. I also love how they make their bacon here because it not too salty and more focused on the sweetness. Met the store owner and she was super nice and seems like she was very passionate about her business! I also love how lowkey this place is located in. I think the matcha can be better since it tasted a bit diluted, but other than that, I would definitely come back again! read more

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We came here on a whim since we were in the area and were pleasantly surprised. The cafe is really clean and comfortable. And 20 mins after they opened, the seats were all filled with regulars, so that was a nice sign. We ordered both the original breakfast burrito and the KBBQ breakfast burrito. The original is definitely better, but the real winner is their sauces. The red sauce is out of the world good. It's smoky and umami forward. I could use that sauce on anything. Overall, would come back and be a regular. The staff is super nice too. read more

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My friends and I absolutely LOVE Bites & Bashes Cafe and we keep coming back. The food is absolutely delicious. I have tried the ube lava pancakes which are huge! Definitely shareable. The kimchi fried rice is also a favorite but I have to say the Shakshuka is something I would order again and again. My only complaint with the shakshuka is I would love an extra piece of toast to sop up all the yumminess. My friends have had their lattes and burritos and they say everything is amazing. Everything I have tried are super flavorful and the presentation is so pretty. The little flowers and vegetables are foraged from their garden. The owner who is also the chef often comes out to greet us during our meals and she is the best. I love her style and I want to be her then I grow up. We usually park in the neighboring residential streets and it's never terrible. I know we will continue to come here and while I do want to try everything on their menu I feel like I will always come back for the Shakshuka. read more

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Street parking, but we found parking easily. Order at the counter and they bring it to you. Super clean inside. Presentation of food was beautiful. Water is self serve. Their crack coffee is basically a Vietnamese coffee or something similar. Super good. Both dishes were great, however, I will say they over cooked the egg on the fried rice. All good though! I like the way they cook their spam, a little more on the crispy side! To go containers and bags are also on the side for self serve. I'm not sure if spoons were available, I never really asked. However, there are knives, forks, and napkins on the table. I would definitely come back and try their breakfast burritos. read more

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Been wanting to try this place out and finally had some free time from work and here we are :) the restaurant is not too hard to find and there's street parking all around. I was able to find one right in the front of the stores. Yay! Grab a menu and sit and look it over or just chill at the counter and order upfront. I'm not a huge fan of that as they always ask for tip upfront and I never tip prior to getting serviced. In fact when I have to service myself I'There's a tip jar for cash tips which I used afterwards. I ordered pops pastrami burrito and my wife got the ube lava pancakes. I really loved the pickles inside the pastrami burrito, they really went well together. The burrito also came with a cilantro sauce and salsa (spicy) on the side. Both really tasty. The ube pancake was fluffy, hot and sweet. It had organic mulberry and blueberry on top. My wife was very pleased to have mulberry as that is a very rare fruit to see here especially organic. The waitress says it's grown from their own farm. It provides a lot of the organic ingredients in their food. They use to sell it at the shop when there were more. Overall: love the food, friendly service, thought the portion could of been more. The burrito was a bit on the smaller side. But we'll def be back to try out other items. read more

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I found this gem through a Yelp search while I was in town for business. The kimchi fried rice was spectacular and an incredible presentation. I can't wait to return and try more items on the menu. read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Delicious! - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

!!! READ IF YOU HAVE ALLERGIES !!! We told the staff member taking our order that someone in our group had a mild peanut allergy and asked if any of the dishes contained nuts. She was really quick to cut us off and say no substitutions even though we were just asking about ingredients. We went back and forth for a bit, and in the end, I'm not sure if she understood what we were asking, but nobody died so I guess it's ok..? If you have an extreme allergy or sensitivity, please make sure the staff 100% understands! Guava Lemonade (5/5) - Super refreshing and perfectly sweet Crack Fries (5/5) - Literally crack, seasoned well, and I recommend ordering to share! Original Breakfast Burrito (3/5) - I felt like this burrito was pretty average. As you can see from the photo, it was mostly tater tots, there were only two pieces of bacon inside, and I didn't taste or see any scallions? Our food came our pretty fast and the atmosphere is cute and cozy! Just taking a star off for the allergy incident and the mid burrito. I'll be back for the crack fries and to try other items though! read more

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If I could give Bites and Bashes 10 out of 5, I would! I did wedding catering with them, and they were so responsive and gave us quality food for the reception. We've also eaten at their cafe a couple of times and absolutely love their spread of breakfast and lunch dishes, with highlights like garlic noodles, spam musubi, ube pancakes, and breakfast burritos. Highly HIGHLY recommend this little hidden gem in Lomita! :) read more

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Bites and Bashes is a neighborhood cafe serving delicious fusion style breakfast. Wonderful and cheerful staff. There are about five - six tables inside, but they have sidewalk tables set up, perfect when the weather is nice. The Filipino inspired breakfast burrito is amazing! All the Pinoy's favorite breakfast items wrap into one explosion of flavors. The Mediterranean Omelet is fresh, fully loaded. Portion size is big enough to share. I can't wait to go back and try more in the menu. read more

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Saw an IG reel on the "Filipino" breakfast burrito so we decided to give Bites & Bashes another shot after a few previous bad experience. We went on a Sunday and they were busy. The Asian girl who was behind the counter was rude. Did not greet us, instead- she was in a hurry to take our order and get rid of us. Ordered the "Filipino" breakfast burrito and the KBBQ Breakfast Burrito. We also ordered 2 iced coffees, 1 with cream. She made my coffee and added regular milk which I did not ask for. The Filipino breakfast burrito was the worst we have ever had. The rice was hard (probably day or two old), The Longanisa was not good and the lumpia inside was horrible. The KBBQ burrito was decent but very greasy. We made a mistake falling for the hype on the breakfast burrito. Service was one of the worst we had ever experienced. The food was almost as bad as the service. Over priced food for the quality. We will definitely not be going back. read more

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We stopped by for brunch with the family and had such a great experience. The cafe itself is adorable--cute, cozy, and full of charm. The staff was incredibly sweet and welcoming, which always makes a meal that much better. To start, we shared the coconut shrimp and the crack fries, and wow... the crack fries absolutely lived up to their name. They were dangerously addictive. Crispy, flavorful, and impossible to stop eating. We kept reaching for "just one more" until the basket was empty. The coconut shrimp was also fantastic and a perfect starter to share. For entrees, my parents split the vegan Korean glass noodles and absolutely loved them. They were packed with flavor and surprisingly hearty. I ordered the Korean breakfast, which was my favorite dish of the meal. I'm a huge bulgogi fan, and everything on the plate was savory, flavorful, and satisfying. My sister-in-law got the kimchi fried rice, which was also delicious, and my brother ordered the Filipino breakfast burrito. It was good, but compared to everything else we tried, it wasn't the standout dish for our group. My only real complaint was that it was pretty warm inside the restaurant. The AC didn't seem to be running, and there was only one small window open, so it got a little uncomfortable during brunch. That said, the food, service, and overall atmosphere more than made up for it. We all left happy, and the ultimate seal of approval came from my mom, who said she'd happily come back. Considering she usually hates eating out, that's probably the highest compliment a restaurant can get. read more

10/10 Bites & Bashes seriously surprised me in the BEST way! The food is SUPER good, like did not expect it to be *that* good. Every dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. You can really taste the quality. The staff were so accommodating and friendly, even though it was busy. They still made sure we were taken care of, which I really appreciated. I also LOVE that they include Filipino food in their Asian fusion menu Most Asian fusion spots focus on Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, or Korean, so seeing Filipino options made me so happy! It definitely makes them stand out. Will 100% be going back. Highly recommend if you want amazing Asian fusion with great service! read more

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We came here on a whim after finishing a 5-mile morning hike and were starving. Safe to say... we did not leave hungry. It's a small and cozy cafe/restaurant, located on a corner in a neighborhood, so you can either park along Narbonne or find street parking nearby! When you walk in, you order right at the front, grab a number, sit wherever you'd like, and they bring the food out to you -- and quickly!! Even though we were super hungry, we didn't feel like we were waiting long at all. I ordered the Korean Breakfast and my boyfriend got the Spicy Chorizo Chilaquiles Breakfast Burrito plus Crack Fries. The Korean Breakfast lowkey reminded me of Pepper Lunch -- it came out sizzling on a cast iron pan and was saucy, savory, and so satisfying. The crack fries were crispy and super flavorful (the name makes sense lol). The burrito was delicious too -- my boyfriend skipped the beans, which I actually think was a good move because it let the chilaquiles portion really shine and keep that nice crunch. I feel like beans would've made it a little too heavy. Overall, such a solid, filling spot! Will definitely have to come back to try the drinks! read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - korean breakfast and crack fries - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

Tried the breakfast burrito and my son also had one of their breakfast skillets, I just can't remember the names, but I've included pictures. My burrito was satisfying but it was either missing a specific flavor or had a spice that didnt sit well with the other ingredients. I know it had garlic which I love though. Nice little establishment. Bright, cool ambience. The food presentation was very nice. Parking can be funny. Coffee was good. Customer service was pleasant and quick. Would visit again to try their other dishes. read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - The cilantro sauce on the side was an absolute winner!! - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

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The good: I tried the Filipino collab breakfast burrito with vegetable lumpia inside, a jammy egg, garlicky rice and longganisa sausage. It came with a cilantro sauce as well as some pickled red onion. I also tried the turon pancakes which had slices of jackfruit on top to give it an extra Asian flair. There is seating indoors and outdoors. I had the thin mint iced latte which was good and not too sweet. There were lots of flavor options for lattes. They had a kids menu as well and lots of side options. There were lots of Korean-inspired dishes as well like Kim chi fried rice. There was an entire menu just for different breakfast burritos. The turon pancakes really tasted like the real caramelized turon. It had a nice sticky syrup on top that wasn't too sweet. The pancakes came super hot and were fluffy. The portion size was great. The cilantro sauce on the burrito was delicious. The pickled veggies added nice acidity that I appreciated. The bad: I don't know if there was any parking other than street parking. We parked right out front which was 1 hour parking and to the side is 20 minute parking. The interesting: You order and pay at the counter and the food gets brought out to you. I saw they had fresh cookies baked as well. Inside, there were festive balloons. I am not sure if it's always there or if they were from a special event. I've tried their catering company too and it was great! I really love how both the cafe and catering company use fresh flowers on their food to elevate their presentation. read more

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Bites and bashes is adorable! Very busy for the breakfast rush so come early to get a table! The food is always on point. The coffee and matcha are good. Loved the Banana Turon Pancakes the most! read more

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Love this place! As a Lomita local this really is a go to spot. Food and mimosas are great! Just wish they had non pork options. As a Pinay I would really love chicken longanisa and just turkey/chicken bacon and sausage options as well. read more

Hands down the best breakfast burritos in the South Bay. Can't believe I just found out about this place recently and am so happy with the awesome find! A bit pricey but the ingredients taste super fresh and good quality too. The pico de gallo and salsa that comes with it are delicious as well. They do get pretty busy and if the phone lines are down, you can order online from Clover! Parking is pretty tricky. It's just street parking on the main street and residential. Also really random but the front door is very hard to open. I'll have to come back and try some of the other items on the menu! read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Breakfast burrito - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

Had this spot bookmarked for a while after seeing a video of their Filipino inspired breakfast dishes. we were especially excited to try the Filipino burrito but unfortunately it missed the mark for us :( The longanisa wasn't very good and the lumpia inside tasted more like a regular veggie egg roll. Because there was so much going on inside the burrito, it also wasn't crunchy like we were hoping. We also ordered the ube lava pancakes, which were pretty good overall. They didn't really taste like ube though more like white chocolate and were VERY sweet, but still tasty. Sadly, for the price point we left feeling fairly disappointed. read more

Its our first time here with church family. The place was cute & clean. The service was superb thats why I gave 5 stars. Among the food that we ordered we loved most is the Ube pancakes. The rest was okay but definitely better compare to other restaurants. We are all happy & satisfied so we highly recomended this place too. read more

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Came back again - getting busier it seems. Good service. The interior is still basic but neat. Food is great. I veered away from my obvious Korean influenced meal choices and went for the turkey sandwich - it was one of the best turkey sandwiches I've had in a while! Parking still runs tight, but it can be found within a short walk. read more

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Delicious! I ordered take out/delivery and was amazed by the presentation and organization of what I received. The food itself was also fresh and delicious! Their iced latte with oat milk was the perfect combo not requiring any sugar or additions. The tater tots were perfection! I tried their KKBQ bulgogi breakfast burrito which turned into breakfast for two days because of how dense they were. While the bulgogi was a bit on the sweet side for me the salsas really brought this home. Make sure to try all of their sauces! Their baby spinach and Fuji apple salad was awesome. Not only was it gorgeous but the flavors married perfectly. I was bit worried the dressing was too sweet but then once you ate it all together you can see how it paired perfectly. Don't skip out on dessert. Their coco loco cookie (macadamia nut and chocolate chip) was perfection! Can't wait to try more items on the menu! read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Baby spinach and Fuji apple salad - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

A great little spot with Korean influence and a very kind owner. My wife and I came to taste a couple of dishes that we were seeing on the Yelp page. Small place with a few tables. My wife and I chose to sit at the window that has a bar type seating in front of it that looks out to street. You take a menu from the front, find a seat and when you decide what you want you go to the counter and order and get a number to take to your table. Inside is quiet, open and bright. We ordered the Crack Fries, the Vegetable Dumplings, the Korean Breakfast and the Kimchi Fried Rice. All was delicious. The sauce on the fries was very good and they layer it. Instead of putting all the fries and sauce on top. So every fry has sauce. Everything was so good. Kimchi Fried Rice is spicy, not spicy for me but for others that can't do spicy. The Korean Breakfast was my favorite. The flavors were so good I wanted to finish it all beyond my stomach's ability. Service is very attentive and the owner came out and checked on every table. Parking is scarce around the restaurant but the neighborhood has a few spots. So go, what are you waiting for? read more

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Food Decided to come here since I saw that they had a collaboration for a filipino inspired menu. For myself, I ordered an emeril's burrito which I think is their take on new orleans flavors, but I was still able to taste the filipino breakfast burrito as I was able to split it with another person in my party. We also ordered the banana turon pancakes and I got a matcha latte for myself as well. I am sucker for a good breakfast burrito and to be honest, their burrito wasn't the best. Flavorwise, I would say it was pretty good but definitely needed a bit more push especially the emeril's in my opinion. Still a good burrito nonetheless, just needed improvement. I would say my biggest disappointment as other people in my party pointed out was the rice, as we felt it was undercooked which kinda didn't do it for us in a burrito. Overall tho, we still enjoyed our time and the food as well. The best thing for me tho, were the pancakes. I am sucker for good pancakes and these hit the spot, they were warm, fluffy and the flavor of the banana turon was there and I especially enjoyed the fried toppings that put the dish on the top for me, I would definitely come back for the pancakes alone Service/Ambiance For a sunday brunch, the place was a bit busy but we still got seated pretty quickly, it's self service place wherein you order from the cashier and find a table and there wasn't much options for our party of 6. The staff were nice and we got our food in good time. The only thing that took a long time was the matcha latte I ordered but I understood since I ordered it late and after they had received a long line of people. read more

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4.5 stars. Got take out. The ube pancake, Korean burrito and the Filipino burrito. The Filipino burrito was a bit disappointing since it was getting a lot of hype on Instagram. Maybe it would have been better if we had it for lunch/dinner since we had it for brunch. The Korean burrito was really flavorful and yummy. And the star of the show was the pancake!! The ube frosting was very sweet so im glad it was on the side. The pancakes were real buttermilk pancakes, so thick and fluffy and just amazing. I love pancakes for breakfast and I'm usually disappointed by other places but this one was great. Will def be back for the Korean burrito and the pancake. Parking is a big tough. read more

Went to B&B for a second visit. I went with my mini-Yelper. They were much more crowded and the street parking was a little more challenging. We ordered two classic burritos. Someone from the back came with a burrito and a breakfast sando. I pointed it out it wasn't my order (not sure why they give out numbered table cards if they are just going to randomly try to deliver food). I think they may have been short staffed. Dirty dishes lingered on the tables a bit too long in my humble opinion. Anyhow, they came back with the orders. My original breakfast burrito was overall tasty but maybe too many tater tots and it tasted greasy. Unfortunately, for my mini-Yelper, they didn't render out the bacon so it was flabby. The plates they served them on seem to be better suited for babies. Just a personal opinion. They put a spoon full of pico in one pocket and a spoonful of a tasty hot sauce, and a random single Scor pepper. This was not as good of an experience as the first time I came here. I think for $15 a burrito, and the size, etc. I won't be coming back. There are better breakfast burritos out there in the South Bay. read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Breakfast burrito - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

Korean food inspired restaurant. J only had a drink today but it's a place I want to check out for brunch. Drink prices were very reasonable. read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Guava lemonade - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

Tried Bites and Bashes in Lomita and was seriously impressed! The burritos were delicious -- packed with flavor and super satisfying. I was able to try the Spicy Chorizo Chilaquiles and Taco Truck burrito and both were great. My favorite was the Taco Truck burrito though. The pork al pastor, pineapple, eggs and kimchi really complemented each other. I only wish the spicy pork al pastor was a little spicier. I didn't feel like the burrito was spicy at all. The spicy chorizo chilaquiles burrito was also good and had a nice crunch from the chilaquiles. Like the Taco Truck, this was also not that spicy. I also had the coconut matcha which was refreshing. We also ordered the kids Mini American meal which my daughter really enjoyed. She ate everything on the plate and really loved the sprinkles on the pancakes and the glazed bacon. The spot has a cool vibe, friendly service, and feels like a hidden gem. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu! read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Spicy chorizo chilaquiles burrito - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

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Bites & Bashes Cafe is a cute brunch cafe in Lomita operated by mother-daughter duo who also run Bites & Bashes Catering. The cafe mostly focuses on Asian fusion cuisine with some elements of Korea, Southeast Asia, Mexico, and Mediterranean. [Parking]: Street parking only, but this is a pretty quiet neighborhood so finding a spot shouldn't be an issue. [Atmosphere]: Cute interior decor with gold and bright metallic theme. Not a bad spot for anyone who's looking for nice brunch date vibe. [Menu]: I came here for their popular breakfast burritos. The cashier recommended spicy chorizo, KBBQ, and Emeril's - but I couldn't decide which one and she casually mentioned taco truck and I was sold on the spot. They also offer salads, sandwiches, entrees including noodles, and miscellaneous dishes like Korean fried rice or Mediterranean omelette. *** Taco Truck Breakfast Burrito (Korean spicy pork al pastor, pineapple, chopped kimchi, rice, eggs, scallions - $17.95): The order came with a side of salsa (alright) and pico de gallo (solid). The only memorable part about the burrito was al pastor with sweet Korean BBQ sauce. All other ingredients like rice and kimchi didn't complement each other as well as I thought. *** I just had a bit more expectation with a burrito that's close to $20 (if you include sales tax). For breakfast burritos I am sticking with places like Baran's 2239, Phanny's, Brother's Burritos, or even The Chori-Man in the South Bay. read more

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I tried this place for the first time last week and was a bit disappointed. First I called in my order (KBBQ Breakfast Burrito) but when I got there about 5 minutes later they had no record of it so I placed it again at the counter. Another customer who came in after me had the same issue. Not sure where the disconnect is on their side. When I the burrito the flavor was underwhelming. The bulgog beefi was pretty bland. The egg actually had more flavor to it. Don't think I'll be back. read more

Bites & Bashes Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Lomita, California

Had a great breakfast here! We really enjoyed the persimmon matcha and iced mocha drinks. I got the kbbq burrito which had bulgolgi and crispy hashbrowns, loved the combo. It also came with salsa and pico. We also tried the taco truck burrito which was pork and pineapple with rice, slightly too sweet for my taste but a unique combo. The inside was cute and service was quick! There's street parking outside. read more

Review #844 2025-016 Food Order: Asian Chicken Salad (chicken, romaine, crispy wontons, almonds, carrots, onions, sesame vinaigrette), Tater Tots Ever since Bites & Bashes Cafe took over Continental Gourmet Market Lomita's bakery space, I flagged the cafe but didn't try them until last year. This catering & events company is helmed by mother-daughter duo: Executive Chef Julie & President Crystal Coser. Its cuisine reflects EC Julie's home country: Korea with influences from SE Asia, Mexico, & Mediterranean. She's a Le Cordon Bleu graduate, & her daughter studied food science with Chefs Jose Andres & Ferran Adria. I wanted to order an Asian Chicken Salad (romaine, crispy wontons, almonds, carrots, onions, sesame vinaigrette), & POS system was a tad confusing because chicken is an add-on. So does that mean Asian "Chicken" Salad doesn't come with chicken since the description doesn't list chicken? When I came to pick-up my order, it was ready & I had to ask if the add-on meant extra chicken (yes), but when I opened the container, it was 1 serving, not a double. They refunded the surcharge, & I suggested to either revise the description & add "chicken," or the the add-on as "extra chicken"; it's been a year & no change but I have an understanding since it's been clarified to me. It was a good salad (their #2 most liked) but wasn't filling for me; while having a side of tots helped satisfy my hunger. I tried a couple bites before driving off, & they were perfectly cooked & with a crisp shell. The salad wasn't remarkable in any way, it could easily have been Rascal's with the exception of their sesame vinaigrette. I liked their concept & wanted to try Bites & Bashes again. Since I was busy in meetings, I used Uber Eats to place an order for my managers & self. However, I was notified the day of that my order was cancelled; I didn't check my messages until just before the delivery time because I was stuck in meetings. I called to inquire for the cancellation reason while they tried to fix the problem. BBC asked me to re-order but their system was down/offline. They would work to get online & text me when their system is online; no explanation for the cancellation, whether it's them or Uber Eats. Due to our tight schedule & their late delivery time table, I ended up going across the street to CoCo Ichibanya for our lunch meeting takeout. The cafe is small with counter regular & counter seating; it's not meant for big groups. The 1-pager menu is compact with 5 categories: appetizers, all day, salads, sandwiches, & entrees; with a separate breakfast burritos menu. Price points are moderate to expensive based on the serving size, not exactly a good value. Service is friendly & attentive for my takeout, but abysmal for delivery. Does/should that service ding fall on Bites & Bashes, Uber Eats, or both? I haven't had good delivery service at any restaurant, & I don't always have the luxury for pick-up... I like the cafe for its interesting menu but haven't had a chance to delve further due to this missed opportunity. Will be back when I have time for takeout. Recommended: Asian Chicken Salad & Tater Tots. read more

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