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    NAM Kitchen - Gardena

    4.8 (2.7k reviews)
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    Updated 2 months ago

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    Chicken pho
    George V.

    The resturant was in a little plaza with limited parking. There were plenty of room inside when we got there. We were immediately seated. We ordered their chicken wing appetizer, chicken pho w/ beef broth, truffle fried rice, and their coconut coffee. The chicken pho was delicious. The broth was rich and very flavorful. The chicken wings were nice and crispy. The sauce that they coated it with was a fish sauce type of flavor that was quite good. The coconut coffee was pretty nice for a pretty hot day. It had the perfect blend of coconut slush and coffee. The fried rice was just okay. I love fried rice and I critique hard on fried rice. It was soggy and it was missing that hot wok flavor of the char. It did not hit the spot for fried rice. The taste did not hit the spot for me. Other then the fried rice, everything else was pretty good. I would come back to this place if I am craving Vietnamese food.

    pho filet mignon
    Yuko Y.

    Really enjoyed my experience at NAM Kitchen! The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor, and everything was prepared really well. The portions were generous, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. A great spot in Gardena if you're looking for flavorful food and a nice, casual atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back!

    HOUSE CHICKEN WINGS
    Nicki A.

    I've been wanted to try NAM Kitchen for a while and finally got to go with some friends visiting the area! It did not disappoint - all around great flavors, menu options, ambiance and decor, and friendly service. We had dinner on a Saturday night at 8:45pm and signed up for the waitlist at around 8:30pm. We were seated pretty quickly and the hostess was very kind. There was SO much I wanted to try, and I'll def need to come back again soon. Here's what we got family-style: HOUSE CHICKEN WINGS (7 PCS) $14 Crispy chicken wings, black plum, peanut butter, fish sauce. LOMO SALTADO $22 (forgot to take a pic) Viet-Peruvian fusion stir-fry with tenderloin beef, red onion, celery, and tomatoes -- served with rice, thick-cut fries, and aji verde. CAJUN TIGER PRAWNS $21 Grilled tiger prawns, cajun. Found under the Mushroom Garlic Noodle section. PHỞ FILET SHAKEN STYLE $19 Shaken style-wok-seared medium-rare filet mignon with red onion, green onion, and bone marrow oil. Everything tasted great!! The pho broth was delicious and we honestly didn't need to add anything to it. I think my favorite was the house chicken wings. Portions are pretty good and our party of 3 was full and brought home leftovers! I need to come back during the daytime because I really wanted to try their drinks, but the ones I wanted had caffeine. Thanks for a great experience :)

    Crispy rolls
    Melissa N.

    Walking into the restaurant, you immediately smell the deliciousness...we arrived about 35 minutes after opening and waited 15 minutes for a table. The food comes out quick, always a plus. The crispy rolls were nice but might get the spring rolls next time. The pho was delicious! The shaken style was intriguing so we got that instead of the combination and it added a lot of body to the broth, yum! The lomo saltado was so inhalable. The fries were perfect, the sauce was addicting, the beef was tender; it all came together well. The wait was much longer by the time we left so I highly recommend coming at opening to avoid the wait.

    Short rib pho and hot tea
    Tiffany H.

    Waitlist on a Friday night at 7:45 was 30-45 min. Amazing service! All waitstaff were quick, efficient, and attentive to our table. They were friendly, and we were able to flag anyone to help us. We celebrated a birthday here and got a free flan too. We got the short rib pho, shaken beef pho, chicken wings, and spicy wontons. Would definitely recommend the short rib again. Skip the shaken beef pho and spicy wontons. Chicken wings had a great cook, and interesting flavor profile. Really liked how you could get free noddle refills with your pho. Ambiance is very nice it's well lit and clean with some chill pop music.

    OXTAIL FRIED RICE
    Mylinh S.

    Went here for a lunch date and got Pho Dac Biet (not pictured), Oxtail Fried Rice and Ribeye Garlic Noodles. The food was delicious honestly I loved it and so did my partner. The oxtail was deliciously tender in the fried rice and the sauce packed immense flavor! Ribeye steak was juicy and tender as well along with the bouncy yummy garlic noodles . Pho was pretty good as well especially after adding the classic aromatics. I wish I could've drank that bowl all the way down but I was sweating because we sat next to the window and it was hot outside oops lol Parking is easy as there's a larger lot out front and back for the plaza. Docked a star because there were a couple flies harassing our plates LOL

    Crispy Roll (Cha Gio)
    Jane K.

    Amazinggggggg I was very shocked and how fast the food comes out! They got it on lock!!! Everything we ate was good! Some things I'd get again... prawn garlic noodles and the short rib pho! The ube viet coffee was amazing!!! The drinks are good my friend said she couldn't really taste her matcha coconut drink but i thought it was nice, buttery and light. Eggroll were nice and crispy I like how you can make it into a spring roll they give you veggies and sauce to go with it... Oxtail fried rice was good! Blander than expected but I like bland lol the soy sauce was a nice touch. I mixed mine w the chili oil. Service was great, food came out quick and presentation was 10/10 The chili oil is also so fricking good! They accidentally gave us a small side of pho but let us keep it- thank you servers Will be back

    Sarah Y.

    Very solid spot for Vietnamese fusion food. From the moment I walked in, I liked the aesthetic--clean, modern, and warm with plenty of wood tones--and the staff was welcoming and friendly. The food was delicious, and everything I tried was solid. I especially enjoyed the tiger prawn garlic noodles. The shrimp was soft, smoky, and flavorful, pairing really well with the garlic noodles, which had a nice balance without being overly garlicky. The pho was solid as well, and I also tried the truffle fried rice, which was another good choice. Overall, definitely worth checking out if you enjoy Vietnamese food with a more modern, fusion-inspired twist. Found free parking at the lot!

    Oxtail fried rice
    MyChi N.

    Highly recommend trying this place out! The food is delicious, and there's a reason why it's ranked #3 on Yelp for 2026. We ordered the oxtail fried rice, house chicken wings, cucumber salad, and Cajun shrimp garlic noodles. The highlight for me got to be the Cajun shrimp garlic noodles and the chicken wings! The garlic noodles had the perfect texture and seasoning. The flavors were so well balanced, especially the garlic and butter. The Cajun tiger prawns were plump and grilled to perfection. And the aji sauce is mind-blowing! It's so good that I had to try to recreate it at home. It's the perfect sauce for dipping pretty much everything in. My boyfriend really enjoyed the house wings. He said the sauce was unlike anything he had ever tried before and that they were the best-flavored wings he's ever had. They are definitely spicy, though, so be warned. It seems like the oxtail fried rice is one of their most popular dishes, but we both thought it was just okay. It has a strong basil flavor that almost mimics the flavors of pho. Nothing crazy. The cucumber salad was also good. It's a great appetizer or palate cleanser between dishes. The cucumbers are crunchy, the dressing is flavorful, and it's refreshing.

    VIETNAMESE ICED LATTE
    Joy C.

    Loved that they have a waitlist and customers are in and out so there's not much of a wait. The parking lot is horrible though, I was lucky to have found an empty spot. Service was excellent. I know, you'd think service at a Vietnamese restaurant is excellent? Yes. The staff was always on the lookout of empty glasses of water to refill and are quick to direct you where the restrooms are. Food was on point. Short rib pho was so good. Cha gio crispy and had enough of veggies to wrap it with. Lomo saltado was the bomb, the sauce really elevated the dish. And the oxtail fried rice reminded me of a Filipino comfort food, which is corned beef fried rice. Their coffee was perfect too! Overall an amazing experience at Nam Kitchen and loved that they weren't overpriced.

    OXTAIL FRIED RICE
    Marsha C.

    Surprisingly super delicious. Staff was friendly and service was fast. There's inside is modern and well lit and they have high chairs for the little one. The wings and spring rolls were amazing and the pho was comforting. Our eyes were bigger than our tummies so we took the oxtail friend rice to go and it was so delicious the next day for lunch.

    George T.

    I went to Nam Kitchen in Gardena 100% because of the Yelp reviews. They had the top Yelp 100 places to eat and I see why. I wanted Asian fusion. I gotta say, I looked at the pictures and said if they're as good as these pictures, we're good. I had the golden pear salad. FYI, I went with a friend and both of us could not finish that salad it is enough for four people. Then he got the garlic noodles and salmon. Since I'm a ribeye connoisseur, I had the ribeye and garlic noodles. Based on price, they have very good size portions too. Thang was our server. He had a great personality, we talked about the menu and the food, just very helpful. So 10/10 on service and 10/10 on food. That food was delicious. And I'm gonna say ten on timing bringing the food out. Everything was seasoned right. There's only one place that has better garlic noodles and they are in beverly hills, and they're much more expensive. So it's five stars all day. I gotta give my all gas no brakes rating!!!

    Lomo Saltado
    Ocie M.

    Delicious food and very nice atmosphere. I tried the Lomo Saltado. It was great. Good flavor but not too overpowering. The fries still stayed crunchy and the meat was very tender.

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    We love coming here with our toddler. The staff is always super friendly and we love the food here as well.

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    Great food and service! Enjoyed the shaken beef pho and lomo saltado. We usually go for lunch to beat the rush as it can get busy.

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    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yes. They have beer and wine.

    Does Nam Kitchen take lunch reservations?

    They have a sign in sheet at the front when you walk in to put your name, party size, and phone number down. If there isn't a wait at the time, you are usually just seated immediately without having to sign in.… 

    Do they have their beer and wine license yet?

    "yes"

    Is it gluten free?

    yes I believe they have gluten free options if you request it and ask the waiters.

    When will the Torrance (Lomita?) location be open? On Arlington?

    Hi, thank you for asking! Our second NAM Kitchen location in Lomita is currently under remodeling. We're aiming to open by the end of this year or early 2026. The address will be:… 

    Hi there! I was wondering what your vegan options are? Meaning no meat/seafood(including broth), dairy, eggs, and honey. :)

    They had one vegan option on the menu when we went - and it was delicious! It would be nice if there were more, but that one option will get us back to this restaurant again.

    Do they have tv screens?

    Yes

    Do you accept cash as a form of payment?

    Yes they do and you can even get a 5% off if you use cash as well!

    Can we order from Grubhub?

    Yes, you can order on Grubhub, Uber , Doordash and Toast Online

    Do they serve wine and beer?

    Soon, they are waiting for approval for their license to serve beer and wine.

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    Pho Ever Bistro - Ph Oxtail. Flavorful!

    Pho Ever Bistro

    4.0(1.3k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    •$$

    Okay, I need to talk about Pho Ever Bistro for a second…read more The second you walk in, Sandy (the new owner) greets you like you've been coming here for years, even if it's your first time. She's just... warm. Genuinely warm, not in that scripted-server way. She checks in, remembers little things, actually recommends stuff she thinks you'll like instead of just pointing at the menu. It's the kind of energy that makes a random Tuesday dinner feel like something. And then there's the food, which honestly holds its own. The pho broth tastes like it's been simmering all day -- rich, deep, the kind of thing you can tell someone actually cared about. Noodles are perfectly cooked, herbs are fresh, portions are big enough that you're not leaving hungry. The banh mi is crunchy bread done right, none of that soggy sadness you get elsewhere. Spring rolls and egg rolls are crispy and clearly made fresh, not just tossed in a fryer and forgotten. Honestly it tastes like someone's grandma's recipe -- comforting, no gimmicks, just good. Here's the thing though -- this place works for basically everyone. If you're a broke college student who wants something warm and filling that won't destroy your wallet, this is it. And it's not just a grab-and-go spot either -- they've got board games, the vibe is relaxed, and it's genuinely a great place to camp out with your laptop and a drink to get some studying done, or just hang with friends for a while. Nobody's rushing you out. It's also a really solid first date spot, low-key enough that you're not stressed, with food you can share so you have something to talk about besides "so... tell me about yourself." And if you grew up eating Vietnamese home cooking, or just want that feeling, this scratches the itch in a way a lot of places don't. But really, what makes this place special isn't just the food -- it's that you can tell Sandy actually cares. In a world where eating out can feel so transactional, that kind of warmth stands out. You leave feeling like you mattered, not just like you were a transaction. If you're a student needing a spot to study or unwind, on a first date, or just craving something that feels like home, go check out Pho Ever Bistro. Sandy's turned this place into somewhere you actually want to come back to. Good for: studying/hanging out, first dates, comfort food cravings, board games, family dinners, or just being around someone who's genuinely happy to see you.

    Pho Ever is my husband's and my favorite pho place. The new changes have only made us love it more…read more While it's a little warm at the moment due to the crazy hot weather, I'd recommend eating in store for the experience and the ambience. The owner is so sweet and welcoming and the cafe revamp across the different rooms is fun and unique. Everything is incredibly flavorful and so evidently made with care. The pho broth has a really great balance of flavors and the ingredients in the spring rolls are so fresh, they are really beautiful and lovely to eat. The highlight for me was the salty plum drink. Reminds me of Japanese ume candy, Hawaiian li hing mui, and Mexican saladitos in drink form. Refreshing and addicting. If you are obsessed with the salt or tajin rim on a fruity margarita, consider trying it. (Next time, I'll have to get a salty plum to-go and turn it into a margarita at home. Already dreaming of it.) Really excited for the fried banana item listed on the "coming soon" portion of the menu. I love a fried banana, and the quality of Pho Ever's food promises good things.

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    Pho Hue Oi

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    3.8(895 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    I think the pho here is pretty solid! It's comparable to Saigon Dish nearby, but this location is…read morecloser to me, which is a plus. I ordered the #1 Pho Dac Biet in the regular size, and I just barely managed to finish the last bite. The portion was definitely filling! My husband went with the Shaken Beef Rice Bo Luc Lac. The first thing we noticed was that it came with regular steamed white rice instead of the red rice that we're used to seeing at other Vietnamese restaurants. The beef pieces were also larger than what he's used to, so they were a little more chewy. We also ordered a side of three egg rolls. They were okay, although I would have preferred them to be a little crispier. Overall, I'd give this a 3.5-star experience, but I'm rounding up to 4 stars because the service was good and our food came out quickly. Definitely a convenient option when we're craving pho.

    I am not sure why the rating is low. It's not the best, but it's OK. And they have good Bun Bo…read moreHue. When I crave that dish, I come here. Lots of good tendon on that bone! So, I have a new rating system......I will be write what I feel honestly about an establishment. The only ratings I will give are 5 stars, which is enjoyable, or 3 stars which is "needs work."

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    Pho Daily - P01. Combo - Rare Steak, Well-done Brisket, Flank, Brisket Point, Tendon, Tripe, and Meatballs

    Pho Daily

    3.7(1.1k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    •$$

    We've come here maybe 8 times now. We've tried some other pho places in Gardena/Torrance. Idk man…read more 3.7 stars overall sounds fair to me. But it's still my favorite bowl of pho in the South Bay (so far). Disclaimer, I've only ever gotten their pho and nothing else. Their water tastes like they sourced it from a stainless steel bowl. Their silverware needs a wipe down before eating. But their pho is one we come back to. Maybe it's the water and the silverware that help build the flavor. Whatever the recipe is, I'm not asking for it. I don't wanna know. Don't tell me. See you next time. That's it.

    My partner and I decided to check this pho spot out in Gardena. The place itself looked…read moreokay...nothing fancy...and there was a surprising amount of Shakira playing in the background , which was honestly kind of funny. Service was quick when we first got there, and they gave us a few minutes to figure out what we wanted. We both decided to keep it simple and ordered the #1. Our food came out pretty quickly... except only ONE bowl showed up. Apparently, the lady taking our order didn't catch that we were both ordering the same thing. She also never came back to check on us or make sure everything was okay, which I found a little odd since that's pretty standard at most restaurants. Eventually, I made eye contact with another waiter and let him know about the mix-up. Overall, the service was pretty mediocre. The restrooms also could've used some attention, they weren't very well kept and were pretty messy. As for the pho itself, I'd give it a solid 6.5/10. It wasn't bad, but it also wasn't as hot as you'd expect a bowl of pho to be, and that definitely took away from it. Now for the question of the hour: Would we come back? Nope.

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