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    Ichiban Buffet

    3.7 (275 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    ICHIBAN BUFFET ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Variety on my 1st plate. Had 2 more after this!
    Ruby S.

    SO many good choices! Staff working hard to replenish drinks & pick up used plates. Attentive to say the least. Spacious. They have a banquet room. Crab legs were on the small side. 30+ minute wait on a Sunday afternoon. Lots of parking. The carpet in that place is questionable considering all the food that's involved & the foot traffic; (saw drippings from used plates, piled with food scraps falling on the carpet). But will go again though not in a rush to...

    Alice H.

    I think me and my bestie got here pretty close to closing time but we just came here randomly and the food selection honestly wasn't that bad.. however, there was a lot of good looking shrimp dishes that I couldn't eat Cus im allergic and it sucks cus all the good dishes were shrimp -_- I was literally half asleep when I came here but I remember we got seated pretty fast. There was a decent amount of customers there and it wasn't too bad for my first buffet experience in Gardena. I never tried when this place used to be Hometown Buffet lol Anyway, probly won't come here again but it was an experience :D

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    Donna A.

    Ichiban Buffet - Visited Friday lunch, 11/28/25 Service was excellent--fast, friendly, plates cleared quickly, drinks always full. Food was solid: hot items fresh, good variety (sushi, teppanyaki, shrimp, salad bar, desserts all hit the spot). Only downside: no rock crab at lunch (server confirmed it's dinner-only). Great value for lunch (~$18). Clean, spacious, easy parking. Will return for dinner to get those crabs! Recommended.

    Diane K.

    One of my friends is a huge buffet lover, and she recommended Ichiban Buffet Gardena for my birthday dinner -- so we decided to try it, and it was so good! They had so many different food selections, and the Teppanyaki section was so good. My two friends also treated me to dinner for my birthday, and I'm so thankful to them. The crab legs were good, and all the food was delicious. While we were eating, I think we heard the birthday song about seven times! My friends requested it for me too, so they played the birthday song for my celebration as well. I had such a fun and happy birthday dinner here.

    Seung K.

    Spacious seating, mostly clean, food quality is like china buffet, baked seafood and ribeye were very high quality. They are quick to take your old plates away but if youre still working on your plate and you have more than 1 don't Keene it in the side cuz they'll just scoop it up as they walk by (not a good or bad thing) overall its an A tier buffet for South bay as there isn't much around here anymore

    We celebrated our new year here.
    GG D.

    We spent our 2026 New Year first day here and had a really nice time. The buffet had a lot of different choices and the food tasted fresh. Everything was well stocked and we were able to try many dishes. The staff were friendly and professional, and even though it was busy for the holiday, the service was still very good. The restaurant was clean and the atmosphere felt welcoming. Overall, it was a great place to celebrate the New Year. We would definitely come back again.

    Tyler B.

    Over all a good experience food seemed fresh flavor was good. They have a big variety what sets them apart from other buffets is the seafood they definitely have more. The service was excellent to they cleaned the tables an fast and refilled our drinks. I will definitely be back with my family

    Jose H.

    Just for how affordable this buffet is I would suggest renting it out. Less than 25.00 a person for dinner with drink and desert, ice cream included if you eat it at the restaurant. Huge variety of food. Not the best tasting fare, but for the price, it's incredible. Efficient and no feills service. Bright space, mostly clean. Not sure carpet is the best choice for a restaurant that feeds that many people. Again give it a try and see if you like the food.

    Sanny C.

    Crabs for like $22..I am in! Lol This was not lunch price. It was for dinner/weekend price. I have been here twice now. 2nd time was better than the first. I love crab legs...maybe even more than lobstaaa lol Most people came here for the price and the crabs These crab legs were pretty good in size. They even have stone crabs!! Oh so good... They also have these baked cheese head on shrimps that I really enjoyed. I ate like 8 or 9 of it lol The buffet had a sushi bar, Mongolian noodle station, salad bar, dessert bar and etc. I mostly ate the crabs, but most of the foods seemed decent. Wait time can be long. First time, I waited like an hour or so. 2nd time, the wait was a lot shorter. Drinks were refillable and it was prob $2 something only. Togo option: $9.99 per lb and $12.99 per lb if you want crabs. Big parking Service was ok. RR - clean

    Robbie M.

    Not a fan of this place, this used to be where Hometown Buffet was at. If you want a spot with plenty options the. This is the place and it's affordable. The place is big and have plenty of seating. So many food options but definitely lack in quality and flavor, everything that I could eat was bland. I really left here disappointed in the quality and was hoping big for being locally to where I grew up. There are better buffet options out there, but it's worth trying out if you like seafood!

    Rick S.

    Overall a predictably good experience for a buffet with a good diverse variety of food for lunch. Dinner has Snow Crab Legs and a mediocre tough cut of beef called a steak but Lunch is the best deal Cheaper for 7-10 year old kids and even cheaper for 3-6 with kids under 3, I assume is "Free" Staff here are friendly. The sushi is okay, no worst than what the supermarket sells for &10+, so if you just crave sushi, this might be the place to come to. The fish here is pretty good.

    Libby O.

    We went for brunch on a Saturday recently and we were happy overall. The crab legs were tasty and fresh. Being that is the most popular item, it runs out and you have to keep an eye on the refill. Everything was great, from the fried items (calamari, egg rolls, etc), to the baked mussels, seafood boil shrimp, regular shrimp, to the MANY sushi choices. Salad and fruit was very fresh. Everything we tried was good. The only complaint would be too much rice in sushi rolls, but that is to be expected in a big buffet. Still very good overall, we will be back another day for more :)

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    20 days ago

    stop by for lunch greeted by friendly staff. Food was hot and ready. great customer service

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    Amazing service and great food as well! Place looked clean and nothing wrong with it. Will be coming back again.

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    25 days ago

    Really good seafood buffet. They have snow crab legs. The price is reasonable and the service is always good.

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    Ask the Community - Ichiban Buffet

    Do they have crabs the whole day on Saturday and Sunday?

    They should, however, you better be on the lookout for them because as soon as they are presented at the buffet, they are gone FAST! And will have to wait for the next batch.

    Do they sell alcohol?

    No, they dont have that

    Do they still do tibeye all day on weekends?

    Hey! Are they generous with costs here? Like, lets say for example I came for a table of 2 at around 3:00pm, but I need to wait around 1 hour or more, and we would get our seat at 4:30pm. Can we still pay for the Lunch hour and not the Dinner hour?

    Dinner starts at 3:30, so I would imagine if you get your table at 4:30, then you would be considered for dinner prices. Better to ask the establishment themselves.

    Hello, can I make a reservation for August 2nd? It is not a large party but it is for my mom's 85th birthday and I don't think she can wait a long time to be seated.

    It's probably best to call the restaurant, however, they may only take reservations for large parties.

    Is crab only served on weekends?how much for dinner time?

    All week dinner time I believe. Crab is very small and very thin and it's on ice. Very hard to get the meat out.

    Hi do you do reservations for big parties?

    Yes only on weekdays thank you

    Do they accept Apple Pay?

    Yes, they accept Apple Pay.

    Is there any crab on sunday lunch?

    Yes we have Steamed live crabs and snow crab legs on Saturday and Sunday all day

    Is there crabs during lunch time?

    No only for dinner time

    What's the current pricing? Are there different lunch and dinner menus that exclude certain items?

    What time does dinner service start?

    They start serving dinner menu at 3:30pm. Enjoy!

    When are crab legs served?

    They have them all the time I suppose. we have been there in the middle of the week and they have them.

    How much for kids?

    Last I went a few months ago: 3-6yrs old: $8.99 7-10yrs old: $14.99.

    Any to go option?

    Yes, you get a box from the staff and you fill it with what you want and then at the cashier station it will be weighed and you are charged by the weight. Sorry, I don't know the current pricing.

    How much is dinner and lunch?

    As of Feburary 9th 2025 Lunch is 15.99 for adults Dinner is 21.99 for adults

    Any of the food contains peanuts and treenuts?

    Hi Cheryl, yes some of their menu items contains peanuts, tree nuts and sesame seeds.

    Do they serve beer or wine?

    No they do not, only fountain drinks and hot coffee. Ofc water too.

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    The Crab Shack - Fish and Chips | Instagram: GaoGirlsGrubbin

    The Crab Shack

    3.9(1.5k reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    I love me a good seafood boil and unfortunately this place was not that…read more The wait is long, prices are high, quality is below average, and flavor is lacking.... We waited for 30 minutes to be seated even though plenty of tables were open, waited another 30 minutes to place an order, waited another 40 minutes until the food came out. At least the decor was "cute" pretty standard for a seafood boil and had TVs. We got 3 pounds of shrimp with the flavor mix and the spiciest level of heat in addition to some Cajun fries. The seafood was so bland and the fries were so dry with little to no seasoning.

    If you know, you know -- The Crab Shack is tucked away in that back parking structure where Marie…read moreCallender's used to be, surrounded by a few other restaurants. It's one of those "low-key hidden but worth finding" spots. Don't let the location fool you! I went on a Tuesday during the week when it wasn't busy at all -- nice and chill vibes. But babyyy once 6 PM hit? Dinner time activated. The crowd definitely started rolling in and you could feel the energy shift. So just know traffic picks up later in the evening if you're planning a visit. Now let's get into what matters: The staff? Super attentive and kind. I love when servers check on you just enough without hovering. And the food came out HOT. Not warm. Not "it's been sitting." I'm talking steaming, fresh, straight-to-the-table heat -- which is exactly how a crab boil should hit. Portions were generous because I was overly stuffed and still had plenty left over for the next day (which honestly might be the best part). Nothing like reheating a seafood boil and running it back. Thank you for hosting me and my guest -- we had such a good experience. I'll definitely be back for my next crab boil fix lol

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    Eddie V's Prime Seafood - Nothing sets the tone for an enticing night, quite like The Big Eddie chilled shellfish tower.

    Eddie V's Prime Seafood

    4.2(860 reviews)
    5.3 mi

    Beyond the Menu--where we step out and explore the full dining experience--chose Eddie V's Prime…read moreSeafood for happy hour, and the experience was a mix. The ambiance is elegant--definitely sets the tone when you walk in--but the happy hour menu is a bit limited and on the pricey side. Now let's talk about the highlights. Our waiter, Sean, was amazing--attentive, personable, and truly made the experience better. We ordered a few items, and the flavors did not disappoint. The lump crab cake was delicious, the lollipop lamb chops were cooked just right, and the African lobster sticks were my favorite. The sliders, though, were my least favorite of the bunch. As for drinks, I had the Narrative Chardonnay--smooth, dry, and just right. Yolanda enjoyed the spicy margarita, which she said hit the spot. Eddie V's definitely feels like a hot spot--one of those places people come to see and be seen. It gave me a little bit of that Friday's-in-the-80s energy, just elevated with a touch more class, because of the folks who were there. I have to admit, it was a little amusing watching the reactions at the front--those quiet "what in the world..." looks from the hostesses and waitstaff when certain people walked in. I even caught a little whispering and nodding in certain directions... like, "Oh, we see what kind of night this is about to be." And if you read between the lines, you could almost hear it--"Yeah... we probably ain't getting no great tips tonight." Beyond the Menu -- because great dining is about more than what's on the plate.

    Eddie V's in El Segundo checks every box for a high‑end steakhouse experience. The ambiance is…read moreclassy without being stuffy, the service is smooth, and the food and drinks hit exactly where they should -- very much in the same league as Houston's, Morton's, and Ruth's Chris. But also, it was very "colorful." I did not know we had a steakhouse in the South Bay The two things that really stood out: * Weekend Happy Hour -- surprisingly strong, great value, and a perfect way to start the night. * Wagyu dumplings -- rich, flavorful, and honestly one of the best bites on the menu. If you're looking for a polished night out with great energy, this is a solid choice.

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    Lobster Guys Rolls & Fries

    Lobster Guys Rolls & Fries

    4.6(467 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    We love Lobster Guys Rolls & Fries. There are a few of them, but this one is the best. It can get…read morecrowded and I don't know if they take reservations. We love sitting at the counter. The place is just adorable with great stuff on the walls. It is clear they want you to be happy there. The prices are fair for what you get and they have a great menu. We love the service. They are so nice and they are fast. They also get you order right the first time. You will never feel ignored there. They have the best lobster rolls. Their Connecticut Style Lobster Roll is my favorite. It is warm Maine lobster poached in butter with a swipe of mayo topped with green onions and old bay. I don't care for mayo and they always remember not to put it on. Their Maine Style Lobster Roll is chilled Maine lobster and thin sliced celery tossed in lemon aioli topped with green onions and old bay. I prefer the hot one. My husband loves the chilled ones. They also have great soup and nice salads. You will like this place. You can also get take away.

    Cute little local spot. Fun ambiance. Decent amount of lobster on the Connecticut Roll. Nice crusty…read morebread. "Poached in butter with a 'SWIPE' of Mayo????" Not so much. DROWNING in Mayo is more like it. I tried to look past it because I was hungry, but it actually made me nauseous (butter +mayo) and there was just too much to wipe off. Completely canceled out the flavor. Hard to find a good lobster roll in this town. Was hoping this would be a win. Ah well. Maybe order this with no /lite mayo if you want a better experience. Not worth the $31 I paid to pick up through Door Dash. (Or even $25 without)

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    Bluesalt Fish Grill

    Bluesalt Fish Grill

    4.4(2.1k reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    If you're looking for a seafood spot in Redondo Beach that truly makes you feel welcome--especially…read moreas a parent--this is the place. From the moment we walked in, the staff went above and beyond. What stood out immediately was how attentive they were to my children. Before anything else, they made sure my daughter had a cup so she could grab a drink, which may seem small, but meant a lot in that moment. It's rare to find places that genuinely prioritize kids like that. Then it got even better--when our food arrived, the staff surprised my children with a small Easter gift. Such a thoughtful and unexpected gesture! You can tell this isn't just about serving food; it's about creating a warm, family-friendly experience. The team was incredibly friendly the entire time, and their kindness didn't go unnoticed. As a parent, I truly appreciate restaurants that go out of their way to make kids feel comfortable and included--and this place absolutely delivered. Great service, thoughtful touches, and a welcoming environment. We'll definitely be back!

    Went here for a late night dinner and it was surprisingly pretty good!…read more I ordered the salmon build your own plate with a Cesar salad and fries plus the ahi poke - both were delicious but the poke definitely stood out more than the salmon. It tasted fresh and really liked the sauce the had with it. I was especially surprised at the sheer amount of food I got for a $13 salmon plate! 2 huge portions of salmon plus the 2 sides is such a steal! There's also lots of seating and some parking so that also made it very convenient. Definitely would come again!

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