Bartz is the real deal. Have tried all the local bbq storefronts and none are as consistently…read moreamazing as this popup. I can have his bbq right from the tray or next few days and it's still banging. Can't say the same for the other restaurants. Some are even dry straight away lol. This is the ONLY Texas-style bbq in CA that compares with the likes of Franklin's and Black's. And it hits on EVERY item on the menu, from brisket to burnt ends to pork and beef ribs. Since it's a dedicated popup, he doesn't have off days. He cooks when he's ready to cook. So come once and have the whole experience. No need to waste your time & money on other joints multiple times to try your luck. Get your Christmas cue orders in before he stops the pop ups for good! Don't say I didn't warn you

His brisket is my favorite. The flavor on the outside is very good. The last time I was able to get…read morea spaghetti salad as a side which was delicious. He knows how to smoke meats for sure!

I've lived close by for years and I gotta say, after coming to Quality Seafood twice (once in Nov…read more '25 and in March '26), I will definitely stop taking this South Bay gem for granted. I've only had the pleasure of having the following items below, but I'll be back in the coming years to try more. - Calamari [7.7/10]: regardless of what size you order, the portion is generous. This place doesn't overdue it with the batter and lets the flavor the fresh squid shine - which I adore. Only giving this dish its rating because there are a few Italian spots in Torrance that have my heart when it comes to the best calamari. - Fish Tacos [8.5/10]: Every bite gives a nice crunch of both batter and fish. I've had unpleasant experiences where I've had pockets of crispy batter, here the fish tacos are so great it actually doesn't need much support from lemon and/or tartar sauce. Be sure to order a couple of these bad boys during happy hour for $5 each. - Clam Chowder [8.3/10]: This place hits the mark on the texture of a classic chowder. Admittedly my cup could have used a touch of salt. I would have liked a bigger portion for what I paid for, but if you're in the mood for something hot to compliment your fried seafood - this is worth getting. This is also featured on the happy hour menu for $5 - Garlic Fries [10/10]: My favorite bite from this place so far. Not on the happy hour menu, but 100% worth getting and eating with your fish, shrimp, crab, lobster, etc. Perfect amount of seasoning and that white wet sauce on top is so so so addicting. The unsung hero of my most recent visit was Jose over at Station 20. In addition to taking my order, he single handedly called out orders for everyone by the dining the area during the end of happy hour rush. A whole wave of customers came in less than 10 mins I placed my order so I can only imagine how overwhelming things were on the service side of things. For my most recent visit, most of my order came in and my garlic fries came in last. I could tell there was a mix up in the kitchen, but Jose apologized and said a new order would be ready for me in less than 5. Definitely worth the delay/wait imo. Food is great. Seating is limited. Customer service is superb. But once you fish your food, you gotta take a long walk along the pier. It's a wonderful way to rejuvenate and make sure the quality seafood digests well. Can't wait to explore more of the menu, including the happy hour drinks.

I've been coming to Quality Seafood for the past couple of years, usually on Fridays for fish…read moretacos, and I've ordered the same fish taco and shrimp taco combination 40 to 50 times. It has generally been a place I've enjoyed and recommended, which is why this stood out. There's always been some normal inconsistency in portion. Some days the fish is bigger, some days smaller. Same with the shrimp, sometimes a little more, sometimes a little less. That never bothered me. It's part of a busy seafood counter, and I've never felt the need to say anything. What I got today was different. The fish taco was on the small side and dry, but the shrimp taco was the issue. It was served fried, very dark, and overcooked to the point the shrimp was tough. When I opened it after a few bites, I realized I was mostly eating tortilla and toppings. There were only about three shrimp total, which is noticeably less than what I've consistently received here before. In prior visits, I've also been asked whether I want my tacos grilled or fried, including the shrimp, and I've consistently chosen the lighter, non-fried option. What I received today was not that. I approached the counter politely and simply said the taco wasn't good, pointing out the quality and portion issue. I wasn't trying to make a scene and I'm not someone who returns food, especially over something this small. I was more pointing it out so it didn't keep happening. I was told nothing could be refunded because I had taken a few bites, so I asked to speak with a manager. That's where this went sideways. Instead of listening, the manager immediately dismissed it. She repeatedly told me that what I described was "not possible," insisted they have never prepared shrimp any differently in her 27 years there, and said they only ever serve three shrimp. As someone who has ordered this exact item many times, I was essentially being told that my own experience did not happen. The conversation ended with me being asked to leave. I've worked in and managed restaurants. Mistakes and inconsistencies happen. This was a simple situation that could have been handled in seconds, either by replacing the taco or offering a refund. Instead, it was denied outright and escalated. This wasn't about a $5 taco. It was about how it was handled. Being told that your repeated experience is "not possible" and then being asked to leave is not an acceptable way to handle a reasonable concern.

BBQ beans chunky with pieces of meat sweet and savory with a hint of spice…read more Chicken was moist and tasted like cilantro and lime Bbq ribs smoked to perfection came off the bone easily. The bbq sauce was delicious - nice and tangy

Phil Gautieri is the consummate professional and always has come through for me for delicious BBQ…read morecatering. I used him first in 2018 to cater my holiday party for work, then again in 2019 for the same party. There was a big break for a few years due to pandemic, but I looked him up last week to see if he was still in business and I was so delighted to see he was still going strong. I usually go with the brisket and ribs, but due to the size of my party (~60 guests), I went with chicken and ribs to keep the price a bit more reasonable for my budget. He showed up right on time to set up the table and food, complete with plates, napkins, utensils, and warmers. He came back 2.5 hours later to clean up. The food was delicious and got rave reviews! 10/10 would repeat.

I was a little skeptical at first, but honestly this is one of the best experiences I've had in a…read morelong time. After my wife's death, I haven't been eating much. But I decided to try Ogizzle's and it's been motivating me to leave the house more. The salmon sushi is incredibly fresh and melts in your mouth, while the fondue has a delightful crunchiness. But their signature Gizzle is among the best Gizzle I've ever had. It reminds me of the Gizzle my late wife used to make. God I miss her.

At an event and needed some lunch. Never pass up a chance to try BBQ. Osos was set up serving. I…read moreordered the pulled pork sandwich. While I was waiting and talking to the owner he let me sample some brisket it was seasoned well with great taste. The pulled pork was delicious and needed no sauce the flavor was so good. I tried the beans and they were very good. Follow them on instagram and facebook if you're in so cal. They offer private event service too Good stuff

Wanted a lazy brewery with a good food truck, so we searched and found that Oso's was at Far Field…read more Headed over there, not knowing what to expect. WOW. We should've known it'd be good when so much was sold out. We still got ribs, a pulled pork sandwich (homemade pickles!), potato salad, and smoked mac. We even went back for the peach cobbler. Everything was homemade, except for the bread for the sandwiches -- even the bbq sauce! They do a killer habanero bbq sauce. Follow them and go find them!!

Love the food delicious…read more Basic customer service Cool environment Worth the drive

Not sure what others' experiences have been, but ours was unfortunately not a great one. We ordered…read moreseveral rice plates, and they were brought out one at a time. One person had to start eating first, and halfway through their meal another plate arrived, and so on. What was most disappointing was that the Bangus Sisig didn't come out until everyone had already finished their rice plates. We were the only customers at the time, so while we would have understood a delay if they were busy, that wasn't the case. Inside is pretty clean for the most part.

Just celebrating the soft opening of Irene's first of hopefully many RENN'DANG is very authentic…read morestyle Indonesian dishes according to all my Indo friends. Some very modern hip music in the background nice lighting in a clean environment

From the owner: RENNDANG – Indonesian Cuisine…read more We’re the first Indonesian pop-up Indonesian restaurant inside Non Bei Bar in Gardena, serving bold, home-style flavors from across Indonesia. Our signature dishes include Beef Rendang, Padang Rice, Yellow Rice, Coto Makassar, Es Teller and Corn Fritters — all cooked from scratch using authentic Indonesian spices and recipes passed down through generations. We operate exclusively on Mondays & Tuesdays inside Non Bei Restaurant, creating an intimate, limited pop-up experience that makes every visit special. Whether you’re exploring Indonesian food for the first time or craving a taste of home, RENNDANG offers warm hospitality, rich flavors, and a true Indonesian dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in Gardena.

Brisket and Mac and cheese are fire The spicy bbq sauce was…read morem favorite Order ahead of time and eat inside or on the patio.

...I'm at a loss for words by how horrible this was. I don't normally write reviews but I had to…read moremake an exception for this place. I'll try to be concise. This review is for the Paramount location. I got a few items: Dino rib, pork ribs, brisket, sausage, mac and cheese and corn bread. I'll start with the positives. The mac and cheese and corn bread were decent. Also they took 15 minutes to give me all the varied food I ordered which should have been my red flag to run, but I decided to live dangerously and was punished severely for it. Now on to the travesty, the meat. The theme for today was dry, old and shameless. The pork was somehow undercooked and dry. Which if you can endure the cruelty, is actually kind of impressive. The brisket resembled beef jerky. I'm including pictures of the brisket since those speak much more eloquently than I can. I love to cook and I infamously over season my dishes. But all these meats were at a whole another level. Not salty but aggressively peppery and just ham handed. The rub was flavorful but it blew out my palette instantly. Please take this to heart: less is more. In terms of meat quality? Cheap. My Dad is a butcher, I can tell. Everything being reheated did the meat quality no favors either. The seasoning was further exacerbated because the ribs, both dino and pork, were almost entirely bone. So you have a ton of seasoning on a lick of meat. It was a recipe for disaster. And price? Expensive, especially for what I received. Insulting for what I received. I'll end it here. I don't want to waste your time like this place wasted mine.

Got the chance to finally get some APL bbq out in Venice. Perfect weather, chill outdoor venue, 4…read morehuge smokers out back, and a long line of patrons excited to get some bbq. What an amazing way to enjoy a nice weekend. The bbq was awesome. Tender, smoky, and tasty. We got to try these items. Lamb rack - very tender not gamey at all. Peking Duck - came with a very interesting fun blackberry sauce. Taste foie gras like yums. Crispy Pork Belly - super crunchy and basically melts in your mouth ooooweee! Favorite bite of the day. Short ribs - super beefy and tender Pork ribs - Smokey and tender Corn bread - soft, crumbly, and sweet. Yums had like 3 pieces. Baguette - crispy crust, soft airy interior with a nice chew (reminds me of sour dough) Paired the bbq with some beer and cocktails. Super fun dining experience. So close to the beach so we got to check that out as well. Heads up the lot next door is $20. Should Carpool.

I've only been to two of Adam's pop-ups so far -- two different times, two different locations --…read moreand both were unreal. The first one was at a bar in El Segundo. My wife and I went with friends and had NO idea what we were walking into. We got there early and ended up waiting almost two hours before they even opened. I was hungry hungry and getting close to hangry... but the wild part? Everyone in line was in a good mood. People were excited. You could tell we were all about to experience something special. When the doors finally opened and we walked in, it felt like a show. You've got Adam at this huge cutting board, chopping smoked meat right in front of everyone. The smell, the energy, the sound of the knife hitting the board -- it's dinner and entertainment. We had the pork belly and ribs. Each plate came with a solid handful of pickles and peppers that cut through the richness perfectly. The pork belly had insane texture -- tender, flavorful, with that little bit of crunch that takes it over the top. Then he drips that mop sauce over it... I was in heaven. The two pieces of Texas toast underneath just soak everything up like a blanket for the meat. No joke, my whole group went quiet while eating. That's how good it was. That meal actually inspired me to buy a smoker and start trying to smoke meat myself. I try... but Adam is out here making magic. Second time was in Venice at Gin Rummy Bar. This time we had ribs again and the Dino beef ribs. Those Dino ribs? Ridiculous. So tender, so rich -- straight meat heaven. The kind of food that makes you close your eyes for a second. Now I literally look for excuses to be near Venice just to see if I can catch the pop-up, even though he sells out all the time. Big thank you to Adam and the crew. This isn't just great BBQ -- it's an experience.

The Fish and Chips, the shrimp, And The CHOWDER were all very good!…read more The service was friendly and very attentive. The lady taking care of our table was very busy but always maintained composure! A true Pro!!! And the Ambience is casual and family friendly! I hope to be back while the fish and chips are still hot!!!

This is a small place and a small staff. This was our first time coming here. The wait was…read moreapproximately 45 minutes long. Once they sat us down we must have waited for service for another 45 minutes to even get the waitress to ask for our drinks. We ordered a pitcher of beer and ordered our food right away, so that we would delay our food. It took another 30-40 minutes for them to bring out our food. We ordered a clam chowder bowl and fish and chips. Im not sure what the hold up was because this type of food should not take that long to come out. We were very hangry! The food was outstanding. It almost made up for the ridiculous wait...almost! The staff seemed to be out of it or perhaps they were short staffed.