Three of us went to Local Kitchen for lunch. We all ordered salads: Asian chicken, Cobb, and…read moreiceberg wedge. Each salad was large and filling. They were all delicious. Our server was attentive and helpful.

Local Kitchen is a great place to have drinks after work or a great meal. They have a full bar and…read morecan make you anything you want, the bartenders are great. But we love to eat there. The place is so comfortable and clean. It is not loud like a standard bar and there are places to sit that are super quiet. The service is super nice. They will take goo care of you. I love the music they play. I am so sick of elevator music and they don't do that. I really enjoy that. All of their food is great, but I am hooked on their salads. Their Sartori Caesar is one of my favorites. It has super fresh crisp romaine hearts with freshly grated parmesan cheese, sourdough croutons and house-made Caesar dressing. I love the dressing. Their Big Newport Wedge is better than most is has the best iceberg wedge topped with applewood smoked bacon, balsamic red onion, tomato and a great blue cheese dressing. All the food is great and we eat more than just salad, but their salad is a stand out.

If I could give this place 10 stars I would!!! 5 stars for…read morethis place This place is nestled on the top floor of the Porsche experience center close to West Hollywood. You walk in and you immediately are greeted by a warm person at the front desk. You walk in and the place is so chic and beautifully laid out! It is small so tables are limited. You need to make reservations in advance for a table. It overlooks the track so that was entertainment for the kids. I wouldn't say it is necessarily family friendly, especially small kids, but our kids were fine dining there. They don't have a kids menu but the chef was able to make the kids some simple things they loved - pasta and cheese!! The highlight though was the Porsche shaped butter. That was THE absolute coolest thing ever. It came in a little dish with the bread. My kids and I loved it!!! It was a really nice touch to our meal. The food was really exceptional. One of the best places I've dined in a long time - even including Michelin star restaurants!! The dishes were so beautifully and delicately prepared - we had the octopus appetizer, the homemade pasta dish, the heirloom salad and Ofocurse we couldn't pass dessert! Dessert: if you are a tiramisu lover like me you MUST try the tiramisu-choux. It's a whole different take on this Italian dessert! Overall this place was absolutely INCREDIBLE. From the ambiance, to the service, to the delicious noteworthy mouthwatering food you totally need to come here. I already want to come back next time we visit !!! If you want to have an amazing dining experience, you totally need to come here!

Restaurant 917 is located at the Porsche Experience Center in Carson…read more Easily accessible right off the freeway. As you drive up, you can already see the track and 911s whizzing around! If that doesn't get you pumped, not sure what else will! Highly recommend you make reservations way in advance. Looks like they also have a room for a small party of meeting. Note they are only open for lunch. Parking lot is huge. As you walk in, you are greeted to check in. If you are booked for an experience, you get a fun lanyard to wear. Visitors, you get a sticker, lol. The restaurant is on the second floor, so you can take the stairs or there is an elevator. You're greeted again at the host's station. We got there early so started off with a cocktail. We both tried the 917 Old Fashioned which was delicious and they sear the 917 and Porsche logo which was super fun! They start off with pretzel breads with cute butters shaped like Porsche cars! They do have a couple chairs in front of the host table as well as a bar area. Bathrooms are back towards the host area. Huge and clean! There is a viewing station as well that you can walk outside from this area to watch the track from the top and that did not disappoint. You can get seats inside right at the window and watch the experiences. So fast and loud! We had a great time!

Good breakfast here. I came on a sunday and got the lumberjack combo with pancakes, bacon,…read moresusasage, hash potatoes and scamble eggs. The slammed with people. About an hour wait to get a table on the weekends. They do have bar seating if you're alone so i would go there. Staff is very nice and have orders organized with the kitchen. I must say the lemonades they make here is some of the BEST i ever had. Get the sunset lemonade, absolutely delicious but expensive at $8 bucks. Soo good i would just come back for that. They also have pies and cookies here Good experience at the pan. Sunset lemonade 10/10 The best i ever had! Get one! The lumberjack plate 8/10

The Pan in Long Beach is always a hit! I've been here a few times, and the staff has always been…read moreattentive, welcoming, and super friendly. I usually order Lupe's Chilaquiles. This time I tried the chorizo with egg whites instead of Asada with egg whites. It wasn't my favorite, but that had nothing to do with how it was cooked or served--it just wasn't for my taste buds. I'll definitely stick to the asada next time! This location is always clean, and I love the decor and overall vibe. Just make sure to get there early because they definitely get busy! Always a solid breakfast spot in LB.

Arguably one of the best seafood spots in SoCal from their fresh seafood, delicious and well…read morebalanced sauces, and a wide variety of items on their menu. Honorable mention, never would've expected to see jambalaya on the menu and actually taste identical to jambalaya in the Louisiana, its fantastic. I'm forsure coming here again getting the combo #2, rice jambalaya, and the three item for the fried platter. Service itself is great with an amazing new owner, and the decorations/music is pretty banging 100, Looking forward to coming back again!!

Food service and everything !! Outstanding was seated right away with our reservation and very easy…read moreto work with for any changes . Bless did an awesome job for her hospitality and the food was great 10/10

Sad news for many that know Rebecca's to be a hidden gem! They're closing for good. I'm definitely…read moregoing to miss the fresh sandwiches and soups and their unforgettable chocolate chip cookies. If you know her, know that she is riding off into the sunset and retiring, no plans on re-opening elsewhere. May you have an amazing retirement and thank you for all the good times.

Thank you Sue and everyone at Rebecca's for the years of delicious salads! We will miss you!…read more -Wendy

I also tried Chinollo at a Yelp event and have been dying to go back. Previously I had tried the…read moreKorean bowl which I LOVED! There was so much flavor packed into that bowl. Today I tried the Chico Cubano bowl with pulled pork, beans, plantains, and I chose greens and white rice as my bases. I couldn't believe that yet again Chinollo packed so much flavor into this bowl!!!! WOW! The pork was succulent and tender with great seasoning, the plantains were the perfect sweet complement - excellent texture to the plantains. The rice is sticky and perfectly cooked and the beans were delicious. The picked red onions provided the perfect amount of acidity. The only thing - I would not recommend the greens with this bowl since the beans kinda take over the base. But hey, it was still delicious, so ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ . I did learn you want to order ahead of time at lunch. That way it's ready when you get there. I did have to wait, but only for about 10 minutes after I placed my order on the kiosk. But it was PACKED right at lunch time and parking was even difficult to find even though theyre in a strip mall area with lots of parking. If you have time to eat in, they've done a good job with the seating area. It's a casual restaurant with lots of great flavors. Can't wait to try another bowl at some point!

Such a great casual spot for a quick lunch! I've been twice now, and I absolutely loved the PORK…read moreBELLY CLINCHER. At some point when I return, I'll try something else. Maybe. ENJOY! PS: There is a big parking lot, don't fret!

Stopped by The Pan in Gardena located on the corner of Western Ave and 166th St., after noticing…read morethe rare sight of a smaller weekday or weekend crowd, and I'm glad we did. I ordered the "Original" Fully Loaded Hash Browns and a variety of pancakes were the star, crispy edges on my hash browns, generous toppings, and a portion size that could easily feed two people seriously. It's one of those dishes that feels indulgent in the best way. The restaurant has a relaxed, casual feel, and the service was impressively fast without losing any attention to detail. Parking is definitely tight, so plan on grabbing a spot along 166th if you're trying to beat the rush. A satisfying brunch experience with comfort food done right. Miguel C.

Gardena staple The Pan never misses. If you know, you know…read more Stopped by for breakfast and ordered the steak & eggs with an OG pancake on the side. The steak was tender, juicy, and cooked just right. The breakfast potatoes were definitely a hit too. Even though they were packed, the service was still good. It's a small space. Just be prepared to wait a little if you're going on the weekend. Trust me, it's worth it. A solid breakfast spot that's been holding it down for years and one I'll definitely keep coming back to.

Huge Thank you to Armando & Dimitri !!…read more we came for my birthday dinner with my family & i've come before and didn't have the best experience. But this visit made up for it definitely. As soon as we walked in Dimitri greeted us with the biggest smile and the most beautiful energy! then armando came and was so attentive, sweet & made sure we had everything we needed. Such a great experience thank you so much!

Food was good, the calamari with the Aioli was the best thing I had. The fried chicken was alright…read morealongside the cob salad, but nonetheless it was a good time. Service was phenomenal, our waiter kept on checking in and was extremely polite and charismatic. Ambiance of this restaurant is always cool and collective, along with a slight luxury feel. Great atmosphere, service workers seem to be content as well, love that.

Today I wanted to try somewhere new for breakfast, on my quest to find a replacement burrito for my…read morebeloved Jerry's that closed last year. This place opened a little over a year ago last summer, and it's only a few blocks away. Was a perfect day out so decided to finally check this place out. It's a walk-up order style, they give you a number and you find a table. I ordered the regular breakfast burrito. It was cut in two halves which I liked, you could see all the delicious goodness inside. The tater tots really add a nice texture to it, was very satisfying. And the fresh pico de gallo and green salsa was so delicious and in the cutest little container to pour it from. I also ordered an iced house special latte, wow you could taste the cinnamon right away but the best part was the unexpected dash of salt in the foam! Reminded me of ice cream. My friend got the savory pancakes, they looked really fluffy. I stole a piece of her bacon, really thick slices, perfect amount of crisp. It was a nice day out, so we sat outside where they have about 8 tables. Unfortunately, there were some dog owners that were not able to get their dog to stop barking which made eating there less enjoyable. I love dogs, and there were many other dogs there on good behavior. There were not any tables open inside or we would have moved, they have AC inside which felt great. Everything we ate was fantastic. The food comes out as it's ready. First, we got our pastries delivered. Then my burrito came, then pancakes. We got our coffees last which leads me to believe a lot of people come here just for the coffee. Next time I need to try the banana espresso!!! That avocado toast looks pretty delicious too. I'll be back for sure! All the staff were very attentive and kind as well. What a great little bright spot in the neighborhood.

We stopped by Lazy Dough in Long Beach on a Saturday morning, and it was PACKED! Parking can also…read morebe difficult in this area, especially on a Saturday morning, so definitely give yourself some extra time to find a spot. Most of the available seating was 2-person tables, but there were also some larger tables marked "Reserved." We had a large party, and one of the employees was kind enough to open up one of the reserved tables for us, which we really appreciated! I'm not sure if they intentionally reserve the larger tables so smaller parties don't take them, but if that's the case, it could be a little pro tip for larger groups--definitely worth asking! The restaurant itself is really colorful and cute, with paper flower decorations and paper lanterns that give it a fun, lively atmosphere. The menu was probably my favorite part. I really love the fact that the dough is made in house!! They have a really varied selection, with Asian and Mexican-inspired dishes, plus American classics with creative twists. There's also a LONG list of matcha and coffee flavors, so there are lots of options if you're a coffee or matcha person. Overall, everything we ordered was good, and we enjoyed the experience. Definitely a fun place to check out if you're looking for a colorful brunch spot with lots of interesting options!

The food here exceeded my expectations. The ribeye was cooked perfectly with a great sear and was…read moreincredibly tender and flavorful. We also ordered the ube Basque cheesecake, and it was easily one of the best desserts I've had recently--rich, creamy, and not too sweet. Our server, Sergio, made the experience even better. He was friendly, attentive, and gave great recommendations without making us feel rushed. The restaurant has a comfortable atmosphere that's great for date night or dinner with friends. I'll definitely be back, and the cheesecake alone is worth another visit.

DINING While Black…read more The 908 Restaurant Environment 1-5: 5 I really appreciated the ambiance and decor of the space. After enduring weeks of record breaking heat in Long Beach, this was the perfect place to land as the Summer Breeze... Makes Me Feel Fineeee again. A very well but gently lit space that still feels cozy and spacious. The outside gives no indication of how well the inside has been designed. Great for lunch or dinner dates. Noise level was low and there's no feeling of a chaotic restaurant environment. Food/Service 1-5: 4.8 I order the shrimp and lobsters fettuccine, bone marrow as an appetizer. My company ordered the lamb burger. All dishes we beautifully plated; true works of art. Neither of us had any complaints about presentation and creativity. As far as taste and as excited as we were to dig in to our food, the ONLY setback was the lack of seasoning mainly salt. I'm aware that a Chef does their best to meet the expectations of their guest. I'm also aware that meeting everyone's expectations is impossible. To confirm my advice of needing some salt in the food I patrons the restaurant twice, two days in a row. The food needs more salt and I stand solid on that opinion. The service was great and I thanked Mel for taking such great care of us. Mel is a rockstar! Diversity score 1-5: 4 The restaurant definitely appeals to diverse crowds. It reminded of the days I frequented Marcus Samuelsson's Red Rooster in Harlem, NY. Go again score 1-5: 5, Absolutely. I do hope I don't have to keep bothering the server for salt and pepper.