Monster Kimbap in Lomita is such a great little find if you're looking for something fast, fresh, and satisfying. It's located in a small local strip plaza. The parking can get a little tough during busy times, since there's only street parking or a small little lot a couple of stores down. The ambiance is fun and cute. It's definitely more of a grab-and-go spot than a full sit-down restaurant. Most of the food is already prepared and ready to pick up, which makes it perfect if you're in a hurry. There are only two small tables, and we got lucky enough to snag one during our visit. They also sell different varieties or Korean snacks and drinks within the store. There's also cute merchandise such as teas, baseball caps, and little trinkets. When we arrived, there were only a few food items left to choose from. We picked up the tteokbokki, beef kimbap, and a bulgogi rice bowl. When we went to pay, the owner surprised us with a free soba noodle salad, which was such a kind and thoughtful gesture -little moments like that really make a place stand out. They were so nice and friendly there. Everything was also delicious and comforting, especially the tteokbokki which had just the right amount of spice. We'll definitely be back, but next time we'll come earlier, since by the time we arrived, there were only a few items left. It seems like they sell out quickly, and for good reason. read more

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Decided to visit a new kimbap place, awesome to have options. Initially when I walked in, I was disappointed that the food was pre-prepared, but it didn't deter me enough to not support a local business and give it a shot. I'm happy I did, I could immediately tell the ingredients in my tuna and cheese kimbaps were really high quality. The veggies were all crunchy, the rice wasn't stale, and overall it was really tasty. I especially enjoyed the mustard sauce, how genius to make a sauce out of the Korean yellow mustard. When I read the title, I initially thought it was like yellow American mustard which sounded kinda gross, but I'm happy I tried it because it's like a top 5 tasting sauce for me now. It's sweet and yummy if you don't mind that wasabi or horseradish type of heat. Only downside was the kimbap wrapping. I feel like it was a little sloppy and not tight because I had more than a few pieces unraveling. The flavor though, made up for it. Store was pretty bare, I wasn't really getting the convenience fast grab and go vibe. It was pretty sparse, and for not having tried many of these products before, maybe some extra info or even samples would help me make the jump to try something new. I think the price point is just high enough where I decided to pass on trying other things. Service was nice and friendly but pretty basic when it came to guiding customers through the store idea. Honestly, I felt like I was buying food at a flea market. I would definitely come again as the kimbaps were delicious. read more

Monster Kimbap - Spam and cheese kimbap, tuna kimbap, sauces left to right: korean yellow mustard sauce, Buldak and mayo, I think ketchup and mayo - Korean Near Me - Lomita, California

Don't come in expecting a supermarket selection - most of their food is fresh and made to order. Order online at the Gardena location or shoot an early-morning text to the people at Lomita. Be patient - they're still quite new, but their food is well worth the effort. 5 stars for the Tteok-bokki. Looks like gnocchi, eats like hard mochi. Perfect texture, flavor right on. Wings are crispy, perfectly fried. Honey Butter has that addictive factor, and I forgot the other flavor, but I'd eat either again. Love all the Kimbap. All delicious, rice texture on point, well-balanced, and flavors just come down to personal preference. I didn't expect to like the Cheese, but they make the the flavors work well together. Bibimbap is just like what you'd get in a bowl, Tofu is an excellent vegetarian option, and Tuna Salad is good if you're craving it. My favorite is the Bulgogi. I prefer the beef, but the pork is good as well. No wrong orders here - everything is fantastic. The Lomita location is less easy to navigate with the text-orders and spotty street parking, but I do think they're worth the time and effort. We loved ordering for the office, and the kimbap are sliced for sharing. Think of them next time you're looking for a lunch. read more

Super close to my pottery studio So I came here hungry after ! Street parking The place is big fun colorful inside Not much place to sit More like a grab and go place or order To go There's lot of premade stuff like kimchi, ramen cups, snacks etc and things you can order fresh They had those viral Korean sodas, the ice in one cup and pouches of different flavors to add to the ice. That's always fun! The lady who I assume is the owner was kind suggested I try the mustard sauce with their tuna kimbap! And she was right ahah way better than the spicy mayo I usually get I ended up gearing the tuna kimbap It was really good! I will def be back when I'm in need of a snack or food while at my studio! read more

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I stopped by to finally check this place out during a quick lunch break. This is a family owned business and the person who kindly gave me a tour said her aunt has been making Korean food for over 25 years. It started as a small business in Gardena and they have now expanded to a storefront in Lomita, making amazing Korean staples even more accessible in the South Bay. I was blown away. First, I tried the Tuna and Bulgogi Kimbap with a side of the Korean mustard sauce. It was delicious!!! It's made fresh every morning in Gardena and the store owner brings it herself everyday. There is a "make your own" instant ramen station where you'll find bowls and varieties of instant ramen and Korean sauces, and seasonings to truly make it your own. They have a huge selection of Korean drinks and recommendations for mixing drinks. You can pick them individually and she prepares a cup of ice for you to mix together. Apparently this is common in Korean culture and it was fun to do! I went with their recommended watermelon ade and strawberry milk. They also have Korean snacks, bottled sauces, and other fun stuff from Korea. Such a lovely place to spend some time in. It warms my heart to hear that a small family business is beloved by so many people and has expanded into a storefront. You can tell by the extremely positive reviews how fantastic this place is. I'm so glad it found a home in Lomita. I already told her I'm coming back lol so look forward to trying other stuff soon. read more

Absolutely delicious! Highly recommend Monster Kimbap! Flavorful, fun and great variety. Staff is super friendly and they even have extra snacks/goodies and beverages not found at your typical spot. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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I have seen this place for the past couple months when eating at El Jacalito across the street on Narbonne. The storefront has been a series for clothing stores since the florist that one was a fixture in Lomita closed down. The members of my lunch crew were surprised the space had the infrastructure for a kitchen. We intended to have a sit-down lunch. That is not what this place is. It is grab and go kimbap. There are a couple chairs, but basically the spot is not set up to stay and eat. Keep in mind that parking can also be a challenge. There is some street parking, but you may need to cross the street. read more

This is a cute small business. Employees are very nice, and everything is clean and tidy. First time I came here was on a weekend after 12, and they had sold out of gimbap. They said more would be arriving in 10-15 minutes, but unfortunately I didn't have time to wait. This last time I came just after 11 and they had items in stock. I grabbed a few gimbaps. Everything was very fresh. I can see how some might have an issue with the value or taste, as it's not super cheap, and the items without beef in them were a tiny bit bland. The free sauces (some sort of Korean mustard one, and one that maybe was a spicy sriracha mayo or something) helped in that department. read more

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The food was great! The store is a bit sparse and it was totally empty when I went there. But the food was tasty!

Their Kimbap was unique and yummy. The sauces they offer are good, particularly their siracha mayo! Would get the tempura shrimp or the BBQ pork kimbap again. Their banchan is well seasoned and not overbearing in flavor too. Didn't try, but they had some Korean snacks and a ramen cooking station. They have an expirmentive section of food, like kimchi grilled cheese. Service was good and friendly. It's more of a grab and go food place, but they did have two tables. Overall, interior was really good vibes as well--clean, modern, and fun nickacks you could get. read more

Monster Kimbap - Shrimp tempura Kimbap, banchan, BBQ pork kimbap, and sauces - Korean Near Me - Lomita, California

Located on the corner of Narbonne Avenue and Lomita Blvd comes a spacious Korean market very similar to a random bodega in my travels to NY. The thing that drew me in was the Kimbap in their name. I've been to their original spot in Gardena to try their kimbap before but what this place definitely gives off is a cool welcoming vibe. Sue who was behind the counter gave me recommendation on the sauce to pair with my tong shrimp and bulgogi kimbap both were phenomenal. Their hours are particular but when you have a chance to try them jump at it because you won't regret it. *they also have other dishes set on a table as you walk in which I wanted to try. Only gives me more reason to come back. read more

Terrible customer service, but why? We attended the soft opening and because it was close to us we also recommended to our neighbors and friends. We would regularly go and walk down to pick up some refreshments and food. Customer service was hit or miss but today it was the worst! I walked in and the woman was just looking at me and laughing. She then attempted to have a conservation with me which I welcome since we can all have off days. I then look around since the layout changed a little bit since the opening. I asked her for a simple cup of ice and just said "it's in the back", I have it there" I may be assuming too much but ice is a random topic for conversation I would assume if someone says "I would like to buy the cup of ice for a refreshment" that it would be as simple as bringing a cup of ice out to purchase as they do sell it. Poor customer service and will be making sure to notify friends to not support this business! read more

Stopped by for lunch w/ my partner! Loved the monster kimbap special and everything else. Everything is priced reasonably and the owner was very kind & friendly! Also really enjoyed the tteokbokki- the rices cakes were big & plump.. it was so yummy. Def recommend this place!! Grabbed the food to go for a park picnic, but there are some seating areas if you're looking to dine in (: read more

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Went because of the reviews. Definitely not a 5 star. Over priced. Need more flavor. Not a restaurant. It's basically a convenient store that happen to sell kimbap that is not even kimbap. read more

Monster Kimbap is now available on all major delivery apps - UberEats, Grubhub, DoorDash, ChowNow - or you can opt for pick-up at their Gardena, CA location to savor some delicious Kimbap, also known as fully cooked Korean Sushi Rolls! For those hesitant about sushi, I highly recommend trying Korean Sushi Rolls, aka Kimbap, as your gateway to exploring other Asian cuisines. Kimbap features a thin layer of rice, pickled and cooked seasoned veggies, protein options (I tried the beef and tuna), and egg omelet, all wrapped like a sushi roll. It's truly delightful. If you're a fan of the Trader Joe's frozen version, let me tell you, this is 10000 times better. Monster Kimbap LA is a woman-owned small business passionate about crafting Kimbap and other Korean snack favorites. However, you absolutely must try their Kimchi Grilled Cheese. I was blown away by the ultra-crusty texture and perfectly balanced kimchi-to-gooey cheese ratio. It's impressively delicious and downright addictive. I could easily devour ten of those! Service is great but just to let you know, it is take-out spot with no seating. The great part about visiting at their Gardena location is you are always greeted with a smile. read more

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We live in a little city so I was super pumped when I saw this place open not only does it have unique and different foods but the atmosphere and staff are amazing. I've tried several different menu options including the kimchi Grilled cheese, the ribs and shrimp kimbap... everything was made perfectly, great portions for the price and always served with a smile. They have a boutique you can get different pantry items as well as funky other home items including these really cute candles. There's so much variety to choose from I highly recommend going to check them out. What's even better as you can order online and pick up. read more

Monster Kimbap - Shrimp kimbap - Korean Near Me - Lomita, California

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Great staff. Delish Tteok - bokki , japchae Ambiance is welcoming Good price for food read more

Ordered a kimbap tray for a party and it was easy and delicious. Parking can be a bit tricky but it wasn't too bad.

Such a cute little shop bringing something fresh and new to our community. Food tastes delicious! Staff are super friendly and helpful. read more

Monster Kimbap - Bulgogi kimbap and mixed pouch drinks - Korean Near Me - Lomita, California

Best kimbap in the area by far! Fresh veggies, consistent rice. Their mayak style hot mustard is delicious. Japchae and tteokbokki were good too. read more

cutest little corner store resembling a korean convenience store right on the corner of an intersection in lomita. some friends and i came here for a small lunch after a study session next door, and felt super welcomed right off the bat. the woman behind the counter gave us a free japchae, and gave us small stools to sit on. food is under heaters and packaged really neatly, and there's even korean bagged juices and instant ramen. would love to stop by again if i'm in the area !! thank you for your wonderful hospitality on a warm sunny sunday ! read more

It did not open at the specified opening time, there was no space to eat ramen on its own and sit down, and the amount of gimbap was also too expensive for the price. read more

I enjoyed all the kimpaps wish I had more time to check the rest of the store out but will come back for sure!

Love all the food and drink here! Great service and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend to come check it out with the family

The ladies that work here are so nice and helpful! It was our first time there and they gave us some excellent recommendations! We loved it and will be back! The food and drinks are delicious! read more

Love the boutique style take-out concept. Food is always GREAT and always hits the spot without being overfilling. Staff is very attentive and service is always super efficient and quick. No need to wait for anything, just grab what you need and go. 10/10! read more

Went back .. food and service were excellent. Love it! Glad everything was worked out. Will be back!

Very good Korean food, the staff is very friendly. Highly recommended for a quick bite to eat.

Decided to stop by on our way home! Such a cute korean street food restaurant! It's a grab and go which is convenient. Alot of drink and food options from korea! read more

Monster Kimbap - Korean Near Me - Lomita, California

When I crave for authentic Korean food, I come here. Their tteokbokki tastes just like I had back in Korea. Dipping a kimbap in the tteokbokki sauce was the bomb! The store is very cute and customer service is great. Def recommended! read more

Monster Kimbap - Shrimp kimbap and Tteokbokki - Korean Near Me - Lomita, California

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Best Kimbap in the South Bay! The sauces are great too! This is for the Lomita location (though I think the Kimbap is all made in Gardena). In any case it's tasty! read more

I'm sure lots of people talk about the fact that this isn't a restaurant but just more like a market. I just had to add 85 characters for Yelp review. The kimbap was delicious with tons of meat. read more

Monster Kimbap - Korean Near Me - Lomita, California

Food was delicious and fresh, the people are very friendly. Great selection of snacks and drinks too.

Horrible place., saw the review., nothing fresh made it's just couple of item., and it was only 10am..waste of time and space. Went in and came out. read more

Cute and convenient. Tried my first kimbap and was not disappointed. I will definitely be back to try their other items. It seems like they sell out quickly, I went at 12pm. There were still some things to choose from I think next time I'll go earlier. They also have a Buldak ramen station. read more

The kimbap here was absolutely delicious super fresh, flavorful, and made with care. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients. The portions were generous, and everything tasted authentic. I'll definitely be coming back whenever I'm craving fresh kimbap! read more

Very friendly fun atmosphere staff was very kind and helpful! Thank you! Definitely recommend

best kimbap ive ever had fresh and comes with unique sauces filling and healthy im craving it and im full and just finished eating it, thats how good it is read more

Monster Kimbap - veggie and egg kimbap - Korean Near Me - Lomita, California

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Really Cute atmosphere. Smells good. Staff Is nice and helpful with choosing beverages.

Delicious kimbap, I love sushi but my husband doesn't enjoy raw fish so this is a great compromise for us! Happy to have this new business in our town Lomita. Welcome Monster Kimbap! read more