Carmen&#x27;s Bionicos

Locally owned & operated

Halal

First time visiting and so glad I did! It was really busy when we got there, a lot of people in…read moreline to order orders to go or dine in. These many people can only mean one thing, that the food is delicious! I loved their huge menu with food for anyone's tastes. As a Pescatarian it's hard to find salmon at Mediterranean food places and Green Olive had several plates to choose salmon and shrimp. I ordered their Salmon Kabob plate that came with yummy rice, a salad, hummus and a pita. It was served with a garlic white sauce and a green slightly spicy sauce. I drizzled both on the kabobs and rice and everything blended perfectly. The salmon was seasoned so well and was so tender! It was perfectly cooked because it retained the softness salmon needs. I also got a pistachio cheesecake that was so light and delicious without being overly sweet. It was a perfect ending to an amazing food plate. The ambiance had average loud noise level since it is small on the inside, however they have plenty of outdoor seating which is where we sat. Even though there are other Mediterranean places close to me, I can see myself going to this location because of their expansive menu.

The Green Olive is a cute Mediterranean cuisine that offers delicious healthy options. Visited…read moreduring lunch hours, although there was a lunch hour rush the service was expeditious on my order. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. They have a pleasant patio seating for you to enjoy the socal weather! The home style spicy potato's are definitely a one of kind! They had the perfect crunch with lemon flavor. After the favorable portions I had, I was satisfied and still had room for dessert which consisted of a sweet Baklava and creamy pistachio cheesecake (:

It got packed as soon as we started ordering! Wheh!

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Crème Brûlée, Baklava, Kunafa

Honey Greens Cafe

4.2(566 reviews)

0.7 mi

It was an amazing experience!! Had to visit 2-days in a row. Their autumn theme is so cute. We had…read moreto order their Gilmore girls art!!

the best experience! i had been waiting to try this place for more than a year & they definitely…read morewere worth the hype! traveled an hour to try it out & my mom & i were so so happy! the drinks were delicious, cute, & the service was so good, the workers were so kind! can't wait to go back!!!

Dodgers Latte Art

Fall Drinks

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Ceremonial matcha latte

Fatima's Grill

4.5(2.8k reviews)

0.5 mi

I went to Fatima's Grill in downtown LA, the gentleman behind the counter (I think he was the…read moreowner) was friendly and helpful, he suggested a double cheeto burger. This gentleman was training his cooks and he was kind to them and helpful. He also had asocial media young woman come in and he was polite and helpful to her. The place had a warm homecooking local vibe. The burger was fantastic and fries were really good (cooked just right, with this seasoning salt that added a little something extra. I will go back when I'm in LA. It was worth 22 bucks.

Been seeing this spot on IG and TikTok, so my boi and I decided to pull up, and it was fire. Food…read morewas good, the vibe inside was dope, felt like hip-hop 2000s, and the owner was great, man. Although my review is for the young lady who took our order and served us, I'm assuming it was the Fatima herself lol. She's a very beautiful girl in the face and energy, wouldv'e loved talking to her more, although her dad was present lol all respect tho. I will definitely be back to try other things and hopefully she is working again.

Nice and clean Restaurant

Chicken taco, onions, cilantro and green sauce

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Garlic Shrimp Fries

Simply Salad

I'm a regular at Simply Salad as this is my go-to spot when I want a good affordable salad or wrap…read more I've tried the Chicken Caesar Salad, Cobb Wrap, and Caesar Wrap, and I've really enjoyed all three. I love that I can customize everything exactly how I like it. For the Cobb Wrap, I remove the tomatoes, add extra egg, and ask for easy lettuce and it comes out perfect for me every time. The extra egg makes it even more filling without feeling too heavy. The Caesar Wrap is another favorite, especially when I want something quick and easy to eat on the go. And you can't go wrong with the Chicken Caesar Salad! It's simple, fresh, and satisfying.

I come to simply salad when my wife and I want to cut down on red meat and they have some pretty…read moretasty salads. I like a good southwestern salad and Simply salad has two options for me: their El Paso and their 'Cue. Chicken, romaine lettuce, crispy elements, beans, cheese. What's not to like? When I get their salads, I generally don't enjoy their supplied pitas; therefore, I prefer getting their salads as wraps. Unfortunately, the last time I ordered my wrap with "medium" portion of dressing, I had to supplement my wrap with my own sauces. As a wrap, I'd recommend getting your dressing on the side, or "heavy" dressing if you're eating it right away. Lastly, when you order in person, it can take a bit of time; therefore, I try to order ahead through their website or through doordash (as a pickup order).

El Jefe Salad

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El Paso Wrap (w/ cilantro lime vinaigrette dressing)!

The Olive Restobar

4.5(2.9k reviews)

1.4 mi

Family-owned & operated

Halal

Food was Delicious! But what we enjoyed was our Server Ken who had an amazing personality and was…read morevery attentive and was one of the best servers we've had in along time. We give Ken 5 stars alone , We will be back soon!

Alexis was one of the best hostess ive ever met. Her attitude and service is amazing. Can't wait…read morefor her to be a server !

Tasty Lamb Chops cooked to perfection!

Our ribeye gives us heart eyes, every time it comes sizzling out the window. How do you like your steak?

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The King's Kabob

CAVA

4.2(712 reviews)

5.4 mi

BEST DAMN SERVICE IN TOWN. Honestly tho the employees here are great. Great energy and just overall…read moregreat people.

Always a great time... good food And good vibes…read more Great service you will never be disappointed

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The Chicken Koop

Food was great, service was amazing. Definitely coming back! Josie is a great server, she made sure…read morewe were taken care of.

Customer service is excellent And is very important in this…read moredays Please keep it that way Server Josie was the best

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The Marketplace Grill Cafe

3.7(1.6k reviews)

0.9 mi

I always love coming here, workers are always very kind, patient, and attentive! The girl who took…read moremy order let me take my time and our busser brought lots of sauce and offered refills. There's a lot on the menu and I've tried the savory chicken crepe, burger, chicken panini, fettuccine Alfredo, but the grilled steak wrap is my favorite! I will say when I tried the onion rings once they were quite greasy, but the sweet potato fries with the ranch are delicious! Each dish is around 20-25 dollars but the portions are large I typically share with my mom or take half home so it's a good value. Each entree comes with 2 sides as well so lots of variety! You order upon entering and they bring it out to your table, it's a nice casual place to grab lunch and breakfast!

I paid a little over $10 for an order of hummus and a little over $20 for a full sandwich plus two…read moresides.. Why is the order of hummus and pita such a small amount? Im annoyed by how expensive it was. I'm so disappointed because they used to give a lot more than just 4 pcs of pita too when you order a full appetizer side. You get better back for your buck if you get a sandwich because it comes with two pretty large sides... the same size as a regular appetizer lol. The food used to be so good back then. The recipe and flavors have changed. Service is always great and ambiance is fun though. It's very clean here.

Restroom

Salmon & Shrimp. Also includes steamed vegetables, risotto, and focaccia bread

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Poke2 Grill

4.0(730 reviews)

1.3 mi

Came here today, the food was really good and the costumer was very fast. I felt welcomed!!read more

10 out of 10 poke bowls fresh proteins nice and clean environment! Great staff will be coming back…read moreto this location

Order counter

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Sauce bottles

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

4.4(2.4k reviews)

1.4 mi

This was my first time visiting Lazy Dog in Downey, and Angie made such a great first impression!…read moreFrom the moment we sat down, she was friendly, welcoming, and very attentive. She checked on us throughout our meal without being overwhelming and made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. Angie was also very knowledgeable about the menu and gave us great recommendations. You can really tell when someone genuinely cares about providing good service, and Angie definitely does. She made our experience feel comfortable and enjoyable from start to finish. The food was great, but the service is what really stood out to me. I'll definitely be coming back to Lazy Dog, and hopefully we get Angie again! She deserves recognition for being such a wonderful server. Highly recommend asking for her!

This place is more like a performance than a mere meal. The place is huge, like a mountain lodge on…read moresteroids. They have an organized seating system with teams of people with headsets scurrying around. Our server was a little green in terms of his interpersonal skills but we tried to tease the recticence out of him...semi-successfully! Our meal, which was more like a snack since we were in town for a late night performance and needed a place to light, was the perfect meal. Somehow word got out that it was our first visit to this Lazy Dog, and one of the line cooks appeared at our table to welcome us. He was very impressive and welcoming; we were a bit taken aback by the proactive hospitality. He said he'd like to welcome us with a complimetary bowl of their Tangy BBQ chips that came with some delicious dipping sauce. We were delighted. And those chips -- OMG, not your typical homemade chip. Next, we ordered the Brussels sprouts which were awesome and delicious. Then the Seared Ahi Tuna Salad that comes with greens, carrots, radish, avocado, pickled cucumbers, peanut ponzu vinaigrette and soy dipping sauce on the side . So delicious! The tuna was fresh and perfectly cooked with lovely a seasoned crust and pink ahi filet. We still had time before we were due at our date, so ordered coffee, then refills...and more refills, LOL! ( No wonder our performance was so wired) The staff was happy to have us linger. We did not feel rushed, and there was no pressue to vacate our table. We salivated over other menu items, and have talked about going back to try a few. We don't need an excuse to drive to Downey but we'll be looking for one! Loved this unexpected experience! Would give more stars for the braintrust behind the customer experience here ;-)

Huckleberry IPA

BBQ Ranch Bacon Burger

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Hot Honey Feta Dip

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Vanessa A.

11 years ago

I love the new owners, they are super sweet and I can tell they try their very best for their customers. I don't understand why someone would review 2 stars for this business that is trying to get new customers. Little mistake can pass mister! Anyways, I am so happy I am now able to get a bionico and a good sandwich without rude employees in different bionico places in Downey. The ladies that work there are super sweet. I really enjoy from time to time a club sandwich or salad delivered to my home when I'm sick. The prices are fair and the place is clean and welcoming. read more

Charlie G.

7 years ago

Best thing on the menu is their Tostimarineros! The employees are the kindest, and it's just a very delicious place to eat. Their subs are delicious as well! Definitely recommend! read more

Carmen M.

11 years ago

Everything they have is delicious and healthy! The staff is very friendly, I really recommend you come if your looking to eat something healthy and yummy! read more

Lynette M.

4 months ago

Welcoming staff, best Bionicos and sandwiches I have ever tried and have many other varieties of food cant wait to go back and try!!

Carmen G.

195

8 years ago

Amazing food, everyone is super polite. Try the tostimarinero the agua de sandia (watermelon juice)

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