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    Oriental Breeze

    4.0 (160 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Izakaya, Ramen
    Closed • 6:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    ORIENTAL BREEZE ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    1/2 size crab. We paid about $45?
    Sarah Y.

    It's a small, unassuming spot on Redondo Beach Pier that appears to be very popular among locals. We visited on 12/23/22 evening-the Friday before Christmas Eve and day and thankfully, had made a reservation prior. I made the reservation the Wednesday before and the only time slot they were able to give us for dinner time was 7pm. When we arrived about 15 minutes earlier than our reservation time, they were still kind enough to seat us, though they stated that they wouldn't be able to take our orders for food until our reservation time which was more than fair. They were still able to take our drink orders though There were numerous space heaters throughout the restaurant which I appreciated. It's small, but clean and bustling We got the crab (1/2 size as it was only two of us), sausage, and numerous other dishes. Everything was great! I liked the crab and felt like the portion relative to the value wasn't bad at all. It's still crab and it's still market price so don't expect a cheap deal, but for what it was, I couldn't complain. Sausage and crispy tuna was amazing. Steak was good. Everything was good. The only thing that was slightly disappointing and lackluster was the nigiri sushi and the yellow tail rolls. The rice was very bland and the sushi tasted similar to Ralph's sushi. Not necessarily bad, but we were hoping for better considering the fact that we were dining in and paying more. Service was hospitable and warm and they checked in on us just enough. I would come back .)

    a bowl of soup with chopsticks
    Anny L.

    One of My favorite restaurants in LA. The whole crab is a must-try !! If you're a seafood lover, highly recommend this place!

    Carol S.

    I read a a review about this restaurant awhile ago and it's been on my to-do list ever since. Finally made our way to the Redondo Pier (much nicer than I remember) and stopped in for dinner. We scored a window table (arrive early before they are filled) with a great view and ordered a combination of sushi and sashimi. We've been eating sushi/sashimi for 30+ years so we're hard graders. In a nutshell, this place met all of our expectations. Fresh food, thoughtfully prepared with attentive service. OB has moved off my to-do list and onto my short list of go-to South Bay sushi restaurants.

    moments before dissaster ‍‍‍ u can see the nasty chunky  icecream

    Nasty old food!!!!! i came here 7/14/23 in the night with my friend. we stopped to get soft serve icecream which was supper expensive for that lil ass cone. Anyways we got it, i vanilla and her chocolate. when i got mines it looked odd, chunky almost. i took a bite and to my suprise it tasted like old sour milk!!!!!!! This is unacceptable service, i expect more from a buissness that has been up for so long. This icecream made me have the worst stomach ache in my life!!!!!!! no kidding, i threw up all my food when i got home. On me y'all need to fix that up before i get food services on u guys. Super disappointed ‍ i need my 9 dollars back (manager message me) fosters freeze is better smh ‍

    Lobster Spring Rolls with a delicious sweet sauce!
    Crystal G.

    My friend and I ate here and had fries, Dodger dogs, gyoza, shrimp fried rice, lobster spring rolls and teriyaki Buffalo wings. Everything was sooooo good! We sat outside in front of a tv that was playing the Dodger game! That was awesome that they were playing it! They also had an outdoor heater for us and they did not mind that I had my teacup Yorkie on my lap. Their large drafts of Sapporo were $6 which was a great price!!! Great service from out waitress, too!!! I will definitely go back to this place in the future!!!

    Glen H.

    I love how this sushi place is on the pier. I frequent this place normally at night. The staff is friendly. Sushi tastes great. It can be quite hot during the summer, but you are on the beach, so summer nights are the best. Sushi tastes fresh. My favorites are the Yellowtail and green onion roll, the Dynamite & the Oyster Shooter. These are definitely my ultra favorites. I normally order: Fatty Tuna, yellowtail, inari, salmon, albacore, California roll, and sweet shrimp sushi. They have a large selection of sake and Japanese beer. I normally order the large sake. The price is not too bad, but it'll be worth the money. The Redondo Beach Pier has a big parking area, but we mainly take Uber to this establishment. They have about 2 -3 Sushi chefs on site, so there is never a long wait after you place your order. We normally sit at the sushi bar and try to come during non-peak hours (weekday nights)

    Tempura
    Marisa N.

    Went to Oriental Breeze Sunday night. The food was delicious. So much flavor. Prices were very reasonable considering it's on the pier. Ordered the tempura and shrimp fried rice. Was so good. I can't wait to go back and have dinner there again. You can sit inside or eat outside. Take a pick. Try it for yourself and check it out.

    Green tea swirl!
    Amanda V.

    Exterior = 5/5 This is located out on the pier, so you would need to park on the street or in the parking structure to get here. It's a stall that you can identify with their ice cream cone they hang outside off their roof. You know when you see it, you are getting close to something yummy. Interior = 3/5 There is no interior, it's a stall between restaurants. There are some tables you can sit at, directly next to the location. If those are full, you can find seating in the form of benches and tables further out on the pier. Service = 5/5 Service is quick, they are able to get what you want fast - pretty straight and too the point. I usually go at night for a nice stroll along the pier and have no issues getting my order. Order = 5/5 Green tea swirl in a cone: 5/5 This is my favorite treat along the pier and it might be one of my favorite green tea soft serves, especially for the price and quantity that they give. The vanilla and green tea go well together. One flavor doesn't overpower the other, if anything the vanilla makes the green tea a bit sweeter and lighter. The green tea itself isn't too strong and is refreshing. The cone is a cake cone but shaped like a waffle cone (if that makes sense). I find that the tip of the cone tends to be prone to leaking after some time, so bring some napkins along and be ready to manage all drips! Overall = 4/5 Location is great for a nice walk whether alone or with company. Price isn't killer and the quality is great. It's one of those simple joys kind of thing where it just makes sense. Hint = get the swirl. Not the solo flavors...the swirl. Make sure to grab napkins too in case your cone leaks. Also for a date, grab some cones and head further down the pier to watch the sunset.

    Matcha Green Tea & Vanilla ice cream cone
    Jackie C.

    The matcha green tea/vanilla swirl ice cream is very delicious here! The cone is just alright, but the soft serve ice cream is pretty good! The ice cream is $3. This place also has food, drinks and other desserts. Some drinks that they have are coffees, teas and sodas. Matcha green tea and vanilla are the only ice cream soft serve flavors that they have. Oriental Breeze is a little take-out place on the Redondo Beach Pier. It is kind of hard to find, so just walk around until you see it. It is near other food places and little shops. There is parking in the structure (but you have to pay) and there are also parking meters near by. I would recommend this place to other people if they are getting the soft serve ice cream.

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    Randi B.

    What a terrible experience! I attempted to have dinner here last night with my BF and a friend. We arrived a little bit before 8pm. We stood outside waiting to be seated for about 10 minutes. We kept peeking inside and it was not busy, there were plenty of tables, but we were told to wait. Finally seated a little after 8. The booth was comfy, but my side had a shit load of electrical plugs in a power strip jutting out into my hip. Safe! We ordered right away. A bottle of wine, a beer, an iced tea, a california roll, mozzarella sticks, some mussels & scallops, grilled chicken & popcorn shrimp. The drinks came out in a reasonable amount of time, but they put lots of ice in the wine, which I did not enjoy. The food took forever! We had to be somewhere at 9, so we kind of started freaking out when we had already been there 30 minutes and they hadn't brought us any of our food. Meanwhile we saw other people being served, finishing their meals, and leaving. My friend commented to the waitress that we were in a hurry and we needed to leave soon, the waitress just walked away. Finally around 8:30 they brought out the cali roll and the mozzarella sticks, and both were nasty. At 8:45 we asked where our food was, and told them we had to be somewhere in 15 minutes. They told us they hadn't started cooking our food yet, but they would start right now. We told them to cancel the whole thing and bring us the bill. Bill came, they didn't comp us for anything or even seem to care that they didn't serve us. As we were walking out some guy came up to me and said sorry. Little too late!

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    All around fantastic eexperience. Food, service, experience - on point! I can not wait to return.

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    A must try. Two parts to the restaurant one more of a to-go counter with casual food and drinks then a sit down dinner side

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    Very tasty and super fresh sushi! Amazingly delicious ramen, We will definitely come back!

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    zoku - Kushiyaki (Tsukune)

    zoku

    4.5(144 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    •$$$

    Wow! My first visit this past weekend; this place is a little hidden gem!!…read moreFirst, Mary Kate was amazing at the front. She had great suggestions and was so very nice!!! Our server, Yui K, was also fantastic!! She recommended a lovely sake (Shinryu Nishiki) and desserts for my friend and me and was so efficient and sweet! (Mary Kate had already given us a number of suggestions for the appetizers and skewers.) Zoku Q: yummy!! Spicy Karaage: Oh my goodness! Eyes rolling back delicious! Giant Ebi Mayo: shrimp (huge!) cooked perfectly and also so delicious! Elote Corn Ribs: excellent flavor, but there are only four very small pieces so not worth the price (to us). Skewers were all good: Momo Teri, Mune Ume, Wagyu Beef, Unagi, Tsukune. We would definitely order the wagyu beef, Tsukune and Momo Teri again. (The others were good but not as good as these three.) For dessert we ordered the Panna Cotta and the Custard Pudding. Completely different textures but would order either again! I will enjoy returning!

    The staff who greet you at the entrance, as well as the servers, are all wonderfully attentive! The…read moreatmosphere is great, and every staff member creates a very welcoming vibe whenever a customer walks in! Since this was my second visit, I ordered things I hadn't tried the last time. As always, every dish looked so appealing -- the plating is absolutely stunning. The overall balance, colors, and presentation... everything made me want to take photos. Compared to other yakitori restaurants, the selection might be a bit limited, and die-hard yakitori fans may find it a little lacking, but it is definitely worth visiting at least once! My personal favorite here is the Chicken with Honey Mustard! The Karaage sauce is also incredible!! And finally, the desserts -- always something to look forward to! Every single one tastes like it came straight from a fine pastry shop, and I'm always blown away. I'm already looking forward to my next visit! Next time, I'd love to come for lunch and try the Yuzu Shio Ramen.

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    I forgot to take pictures of my Beef and Shrimp skewers because I couldn't wait to enjoy it.

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    Izakaya Hachi - Torrance - Saba Mackerel Pressed Sushi --

    Izakaya Hachi - Torrance

    4.2(743 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    I have written two past reviews for this place, each one glowing brigther than the sun's heat in…read moreAugust. Thus this place does not need more of my praise. It is eastablished and celebrated by eaters far more articulate and with wider reach than I. But I recently went, and enjoyed myself quite a bit. Not only because the food was incredible but because the staff made me feel like a special patron. My main server was Julian. He was young, attentive and continued the chain of grand service. But there are two other female servers that make the experience pop with above the line service, I wish I knew their name. The first passed me and my companion Conrad and asked how is your mother? All I could say was she was still alive. I took my mom to mother's day there two years ago and she remembered. That kind of service cannot be reproduce because it was held in heart and intention. I was a welcomed guest. I may not go often but when I do I am remembered. That kind attentiivesness is more than appreciated, it is remembered too! The second server when I leave the place meets my eyes, has a grand wide smile, and said something in Japanese that makes me feel seen in Kyoto. I am engaged in a jovial way by the staff here that is why it is a sincere pleasure to buy the kitchen staff a picther so we can Kanpai!. There sweet way with me is something I cannot undervalue because in doing so I would ignore the kind of hospitatlty that moves mountains closer to the sun. And the food is amazing, like so good, it cannot be ignored espeically when the menu went through changes. The reason why that face immediately hit me in the face was because I used to go for these corn tempura things that were like this amazing crunch in corn. But still what we had was wonderul. Like I would hurt back or strain my inner thigh trying to complain about the food in this place. This time around Conrad and I had their Shabu Shabu. I have had Shabu Shabu before (not here) a few times, not many but this was the first time that Conrad had it. And that face in itself is special, I think. So moving on from that, eating Shabu Shabu was engaging cause you basically create a broth that you are using to cook veggies and meat so images of witches and camping come to the mind, easily. I also took a video of Conrad grinding some sesame seeds, like he was an apothecary or doctor of old times. And I do not care who you are, you are going to enjoy working a bit, especially in a fun way, for your meal. Like who would not like to peel a few cloves of garlic for their herbed chicken? The broth came with pork shoulder and pork belly. We also had some meat and onions on stick--- I think we had pork belly and chicken. We also had a rice ball. We also had thier Gobo Chips. This is something that survived the menu transition that hit every crispy bite. It hit every crispy bite. By this point I know that the food will be fantastic, and the type of food that warms the heart and soul- comfort food. However, this, comfort food is not mine to claim by familiarity because I have not known it since childhood. But I have known it enough to know it as comfortable. I guess, I can claim it as familiar because it became such in the span of years, not decades. Like when can someone claim a carne asado taco to be familiar comfort food when they did not grow up eating it? That is the question that I am left to ponder. This place is a spot I know to be good and trust to deliver on service and quality.

    3.5/5 Went here for…read morethe first time and ordered the Signature Party Course (Minimum 4 people) for $78 per person. Came with the below. Honestly it was only ok, not worth the price. Noting stood out, no amazing flavors, and some was fishy. Gobo Chips - good Uni & US Wagyu Sashimi - only ok Five Kinds of Sashimi - very thick cut. Decent but nothing special Octopus & Radish Salad - was ok Sweet & Savory Chicken Wings - nice and crispy Thick-Cut Beef Tongue - pretty good Fried Oysters - good Ribeye Ponzu Steak - fatty Pressed Saba Mackerel, Pressed Eel Sushi, Pressed Salmon Sushi - can't even pick it up without falling apart. Some fishes were fishy. Pumpkin Zenzai - fine

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    Japonica - Redondo Beach - Sunny patio is open!

    Japonica - Redondo Beach

    4.5(1.8k reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    This time we changed up and both ordered the White Lightning roll (seared albacore, tempura white…read morefish tempura asparagus, kanikama garlic butter soy, chive). After our appetizers the roll was really filling and entirely delicious. Its presentation was elegant and its mixture of sauce and butter made this dish exceptional.

    Service was friendly and attentive, and we were seated right away on a recent Monday night. We've…read morepassed by Japonica many times and finally decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, the food was just okay overall. We started with the Salmon Skin Salad, but the salmon skin pieces were pretty thick and chewy compared to the crispy, crunchy ones I've had at other restaurants. There was also a little too much crab meat used as filler on the salad. We did enjoyed the Brussels sprouts, but the Shrimp Yakisoba was surprisingly bland and didn't have much flavor. We also ordered two rolls that didn't have rice. One was the Final Fantasia, and I honestly can't remember the name of the other one. Because they were wrapped in soy paper and had quite a bit of sauce, they ended up being soggy rather than having the texture I was hoping for. Unfortunately, these also had quite a bit of imitation crab meat as filler. With the overall quality and portions, I felt the dishes were a bit overpriced. There are definitely other sushi restaurants in the South Bay that I would choose over this one. Even though the service is good, the food just didn't impress us enough to make us want to come back.

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    Bluefin Samurai. Bluefin tuna on top with Spicy tuna w/ponzu & chili sauce. Enjoy mixture of torched & raw sushi interplaying in your mouth

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    Hasu Japanese Izakaya & Grill - Okura & Pork Belly, Asparagus & Pork Belly, Zucchini, Japanese Yam [Yamaimo], & Chicken Thigh  08-12-2025

    Hasu Japanese Izakaya & Grill

    4.4(198 reviews)
    4.9 mi
    •$$

    Ichiban! Food is excellent. For weekends only! This is the…read moreplace to have lunch . They just started this bento lunch Special. We tried the steak and chicken bento. Both were Excellent . There is a side menu for yakitori if you want extras. This bentos come with with a green salad, pickled veggie and miso soup. At the end is a free dessert of vanilla, Macha , or lichee ice cream. Yum that Lichee ice cream is so refreshing with real lichee in it. A must have. Service could be better but there was only one server. The atmosphere was nice and quiet . I would definitely go back there for lunch. Dinner is another different menu. Also looks good.

    Spent the day at del amo mall and was looking for some food nearby. Came across Hasu and izakaya…read moresounded great. The waiter at the front let us know that we weren't allowed to drink our tea (we got gong cha prior) and it could be left outside on the table which we decided to put back in the car. We were asked if we had reservations and when we said no, he gave us a bit of a look while there were plenty of empty tables inside. Once seated, one of the water cups they served us had something residual left over on the mouth area. We decided to stick it through and ordered a variety of skewers (about 16 in total). Food was okay, but the last skewer took an extra 20 minutes after we had finished all of our food. From my experience I will not return but I can see how others would fare with a different experience.

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    Stingray fin

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    Torihei Yakitori Robata Dinning - Negima ( Chicken Thighs and Onions)

    Torihei Yakitori Robata Dinning

    4.1(942 reviews)
    4.6 mi
    •$$

    This restaurant is such a hidden gem! At first, I didn't even realize it was a restaurant from the…read moreunassuming storefront. It's a small restaurant, and it seemed like reservations are highly recommended, if not required. Luckily, they were able to squeeze us in right before another reservation. The restaurant has an authentic yakitori vibe where the tables are packed pretty tightly and you're dining elbow-to-elbow with other guests. That said, I loved the variety on the menu. They offer a huge selection of grilled, steamed, fried, and cold dishes, so there's something for everyone. The skewers were amazing, and the grilled onigiri was one of my favorites. Everything we tried was really enjoyable and I loved being able to order a little bit of everything! One thing to keep in mind: the rice pot takes about 45 minutes to cook because they start with raw rice. I wish our server had mentioned this when we ordered, because we probably would have skipped it knowing how long it would take. Overall, I'm really glad we stumbled upon this place. Definitely feels like a hidden gem, and I'd love to come back and try more of the menu!

    Finally got around to trying this place and came by myself, so I ordered a bunch of different…read moreskewers to try. The negima was probably my favorite. Nicely grilled and had a good amount of flavor. The eel, wings, and liver were also really good. The pork belly was cut pretty thick and had a good balance of meat and fat. The cartilage was another favorite. It was juicy and had a nice crunchy texture. The tsukune was good and had some cartilage mixed in, which gave it a nice texture. It also came with a poached egg that was pretty tasty, although I would have preferred a pasteurized egg. The grilled squid and yaki onigiri were solid as well. A few of the skewers were a little on the salty side. The chicken breast was also a little dry, while the tongue was pretty thick and chewy. The tail was really fatty, but that's kind of expected. Unfortunately, they were out of hearts, which I was hoping to try. Overall, there were more hits than misses and I enjoyed most of what I ordered. Would definitely come back to try some of the other skewers.

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    Torihei Yakitori Robata Dinning - Torihei's Meatball ( Tsukume)

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    Koshiji - Chili peppers skewer - quite spicy

    Koshiji

    4.1(283 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    •$$

    This izakaya is located in an unassuming strip mall but its food is anything but. I had been…read morefiending for some yakitori since our last visit to Tokyo and this spot did not disappoint. If I had been able to eat crunchier / harder stuff (I had dental work done prior), I would have been more adventurous with the menu. They had so many delicious looking options! That being said, the skewers were AMAZING. Their chicken skewers, the scallop, and the veggies were cooked to perfection. I felt like I had just walked back into a legit izakaya in Tokyo. The vibes were amazing, the staff was so friendly. I will absolutely be back. 10000000/10

    The food is decent, but the experience needs work. The room was hot and uncomfortable, almost like…read moreeating inside a humid gym. I understand yakitori is cooked over a grill and the smell is part of the experience, but sweating through dinner in a small shop is not charming. Turn up the AC or improve the ventilation. Service also felt cold. There was no warmth, no hospitality, no sense that anyone was glad people were there. The grill master mostly stared through the room, which made the whole place feel more awkward than welcoming. As for the food, some skewers were good, but others were noticeably over salted. For something as simple and focused as yakitori, the execution has to be tighter than that. There are plenty of yakitori spots around. If the food were exceptional, maybe the uncomfortable room and flat service would be easier to forgive. But right now, the flavors aren't strong enough to make the experience worth repeating.

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    Koshiji - Kushiyaki course

    Kushiyaki course

    Koshiji - Chicken Wings ($4.50), Chicken & Green Onions ($4.25), Pork w/ Shiso Leaf ($4.75), Okra w/ Pork ($4.50)  01-02-2026

    Chicken Wings ($4.50), Chicken & Green Onions ($4.25), Pork w/ Shiso Leaf ($4.75), Okra w/ Pork ($4.50) 01-02-2026

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