Great Food! April, our server gave us an amazing service! Made sure my coffee was filled to the…read morerim. Will be returning soon!

Lesly was an excellent waiter and her vibe was amazing that made our experience wonderful!read more

Well, it's been quite a while since we dined here and, after tonight, we are wondering why we…read moredidn't come back sooner. The last time we were here, it was during a busy lunch and both the service and the food were below par. But tonight, it wasn't as busy and our server, Geovani, was excellent. First, we were quickly greeted and asked to select our table (since they were not that busy). Since there was only two of us, we picked a table for two. But, after we decided that we would split an appetizer and an entree, the table for two became way to small way too quickly. Geovani jumped right on this, suggesting we move to a larger table. He helped us move everything over and, voila, we were able to stretch out and relax and enjoy our meal. We started with the pear and blue cheese salad and, wow, we could have just ordered this, split it, and we would have been full. Very flavorful, generous portion that is definitely big enough to share. We also ordered the Sausage & Leek Fettuccine and I was definitely not thinking. Totally forgetting that leeks are part of the onion family (and I have a sensativity to onions). Once the dish arrive, I immediately noticed the similarity and was slowly trying to pick them away from my portion. Once again, Geovani came to our rescue. He asked how everything was and I told him I made a mistake (noted above). He quickly volunteered to have the kitchen make it again without the leeks. I asked, "Are you sure?", and he immediately said yes and removed the dish. Very shortly after, he returned with the "onion sterile" dish and it was wonderful. Both of us were so full you could have rolled us out the door. Good thing the parking garage is so close so we could just hop in our car and go home. Time to loosen the belt! ;) In a week where we have had some personal issues, it was so nice to be treated so well and received such a great tasting meal. Hope you get the time to stop in and I hope you get Giovani to answer all your questions and issues. Enjoy!!!

Delicious food great customer service shout out to Giovanni our waiter…read more We felt welcomed., very respectful and friendly service Great ambiance nice cozy atmosphere

Best customer service from Nicky and great Hospitality Definitely will be back again ! Great food…read moreand drinks ! And also great for party's!

Food: Got the Veggie Omelet (with an upgrade from toast to Banana Pancakes) as well as the Shrimp…read moren' Grits--the former was pretty standard for an omelet, while the latter was rich with flavor. Portions were pretty big! Service: Great! While the establishment is kind of small, we didn't have to wait long (~20 min) to get seated on a Sunday morning. When seated, our server was attentive and periodically checked in on us. Ambiance: Cute, rustic vibe. Parking: Limited parking. Street parking available.

There are two locations in Gardena, and this one has better parking and a more spacious interior…read more The atmosphere is lively and it's almost always busy. The staff are friendly and welcoming. They greet you when you arrive and also say goodbye when you leave, which I really appreciate. They have a separate kids menu with plenty of options. The overall menu is diverse as well. It's not just breakfast, but also tacos, pancakes, sandwiches, and salads. My go-to dish is the Original Loaded Hash Browns. It's really delicious and the portion size is just right. I also tried the Cobb salad with added chicken. It was fresh, but the dressing was a bit heavy and slightly salty. Unfortunately, I found a small piece of plastic in it, but when I mentioned it, they handled it well and removed it from the bill. The music is good, but the speakers don't seem to be in great condition, so the sound quality could be better.

I stopped by The Pan to have lunch with a friend of mine. I've visited the pan before but it was my…read morefirst time at this particular location. We arrived and unfortunately it was a 45min wait for a table, but we were set on eating there so we waited. The service was friendly. Our waiter was very attentive and checked in on us regularly. I ordered the shrimp and grits with a scrambled egg. The egg was nice and fluffy - perfectly cooked. Really loved the flavor from the shrimp and the sausage. The bell peppers added a nice touch and it had a noticeable Cajun seasoning. Not the best shrimp and grits I ever had but definitely far from the worst. I would definitely order it again. For desert we ordered the lemon drop pancakes. Definitely a unique flavor that I've never had before. Per the name, it was definitely on the sweet side.

Great service and good food. Very friendly staff. Great vibe…read more Old school type diner.

Hit the spot! Food delicious, service excellent. Jessica was so sweet and welcoming. Definitely…read morecoming back here.

We were in town to celebrate our twins' 25th birthdays and my daughter recommended Nick's. We had a…read morefantastic experience start to finish. The hosts up front were friendly and personable. Our server, Raquel, was lovely and on top of things. I had what I think is the best Mai Tai I've ever had, even while in Hawaii! Just delicious. We enjoyed the fried asparagus and bacon deviled eggs as our appetizer. The buttermilk fried chicken, crispy chicken sandwich and the ribeye melt were really good, but I am STILL thinking about how incredible Cha Cha's Spicy Rigatoni was. So incredibly creamy, and full of flavor, with just the right amount of heat. My daughter orders this every time it's on a menu, and this is by far the best I've ever tasted. SO good. We had mentioned we were celebrating our twins' birthday, and they were served two lovely pieces of chocolate cake with a candle, AND a card for each of them signed by the staff. Never have I experienced that before for a birthday in a restaurant! Just a great touch. I am SO glad my daughter suggested we go here, and every time we're in town we will return. Cannot recommend it enough!!!!

Please bring back the Cucumber Collin's!!…read more Good food, staff & vibes, but the revamped the menu and took the reason why I frequented off the menu!

Came to Gardena bowl based off a friends recco and alI I can say is wow. Ordered the chicken katsu…read moreloco moco with bacon fried rice and it hitttt. This spot is a cute little diner inside of a bowling alley. The server was super nice, gave me extra sauce with my leftovers, and checked on me constantly to make sure I was good. I will def be coming back to try out the other items!! 10/10

"Welcome to Gardena Bowl"…read more This was the greeting I got from the jolly, heavyset Hispanic guy working the counter at the Gardena Bowl Coffee Shop. He had such great energy and charisma - something that is missing in this cold and dark world. Gardena Bowl Coffee Shop is truly a hidden gem, especially for folks not from the South Bay area. It's an institution in South Bay and worth the visit for those who are fans of diners or Hawaiian food. Gardena Bowl Coffee Shop is a diner located inside a bowling alley, how cool is that?! The diner opens approximately one hour earlier (8 AM) before the bowling alley (opens at 9 AM), and you'll see some of the senior league members stopping by for their daily coffee. Their waitstaff never miss a beat; they will refill your coffee before you even ask, especially if you're sitting at the counter. The big fella, who I honestly wish I caught his name because he was such a jolly and kind man, gave me some recommendations. He told me to look for the shaka on the menu, as those items are popular dishes. He also provided some of his personal favorites. I decided to go with the Garlic Chicken, which was a healthy portion of crispy garlic chicken that came with a scoop of mac salad, broccoli covered in thousand island dressing, and a slice of an orange. I got a side of bacon and sausage fried rice, as someone on Yelp mentioned it was worth getting. I would probably skip the bacon and sausage next time as it's a protein and sodium overload, but it was definitely good. I think I should have opted for the Kimchi Bacon Fried Rice. There are several dishes I hope to try the next time I visit, such as the Loco Moco and Oxtail Soup. This is a legit Hawaiian-style diner. There's a reason they've been in business since 1945. I liked this spot so much I picked up a shirt to add to my collection. I can't wait to come back again soon!

Valet parking is always easier here otherwise you may have to park on the street…read more It's always packed, especially on the weekends. The only thing I don't like about here is the line to order, it's sooo small in there, gotta make space for the people picking up orders. The food is always a 10/10 which we could never finish because the portions are so big. My fave drinks are the Honey Vanilla Latte (iced) and Spanish Latte (iced), very thick and creamy! Both are a 10/10! Customer service is always great and haven't had to wait long before receiving our food. Highly recommend!

So many delicious things to try! The Food awakened my…read moresenses! The manager Adrian was majorly helpful and super accommodating!! Inside was cozy with a fireplace and brick all interior, out where we sat was a whole vibe, The wind blew the sweet sent of the Jasmine planted in front of the entrance our way, there was also a marble water fountain. JUST COZY AN CUTE!!! Loved it!! Excited about my next visit!!

Alright, it took me a second to gather my thoughts, but here it is…read more I came to Soul Food Shack with my expectations set squarely on the food. I was only in Cali for a short while, and this spot happened to be about 15 min down the street from where I was staying. Perfect location, and I was curious to see how Cali does soul food. From the first bite, it hit me Emotionally triggered as I was transported straight back to my childhood. It felt like I was sitting at the kitchen table in New Orleans, eating my nanny's candied yams, greens, macaroni, and fried chicken. The flavors had that deep, home-cooked love, that is not taken for granted or lost on me, so hats off to the cook! That kind of food doesn't just fill you up; it connects you,and to top it off, the drinks? Man, they serve that real deal kol-aid. The kind I used to drink as a kid. As I was eating, I started thinking about how food ties us to previous & future generations. It's wild how dishes once considered scraps i.e: greens, yams, cornbread, oxtails, are now sought out in restaurants just like this one. These meals are more than just food; they're stories of survival, resilience, and community. But I digress, I know y'all didn't come here for a history lesson in Black culture, so I'll leave it at that. Now, onto the standouts. The mac and cheese and yams? Easily the stars of the plate. I like my yams runny and solid, because I love mixing it with the cornbread. Sweet, savory, soft--that combo hits every time. The macaroni? Seasoned perfectly. Creamy, rich, and not bland like you sometimes get at other spots . That's rare, and I don't take it for granted. Overall, Soul Food Shack gave me more than just a good meal, it gave me a taste of home, miles away from where I grew up. If you're ever in Inglewood and need some food that feeds more than just your stomach, pull up, tap in, eat up.

So we came here and had a blast. The service was amazing and so was the food. I was actually…read moreshocked that my bill was not more lol with all of us having extra things. Niece French toast was fire, chicken was good and eggs were perfect. All in all it was a good place to visit. Everyone left satisfied without complaints. The music is a vibe too lol. We will come back

I truly love this place! Great food, great atmosphere, and the management is outstanding, Michelle…read morewent above and beyond to make sure things were not only right and perfect but AMAZING!!! This is a place I'll always highly recommend.

Great service from Shaneika! Truffle fries and Brussels sprouts are divine. Very accommodating of…read moregluten free needs.