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Carrie S.

Best Samoan food in Southern California, hands down. My team had never tried Samoan food so I decided to order a spread for them! Everything was great and made it early enough to get some Pani Popo. Everything was amazing and I think you gained some new fans of Samoan food which was the whole purpose.

- Poly Grill is Popping this morning like every morning. Top of the Line Samoan Food Spot in the local L.A. and O.C. Area..!
Simi K.

One of the Best Samoan Food Spots in the Los Angeles and Orange County Area. Their Bakery Goods are Top of the Line as well. They also Sell Fried Pork Skins and my Favorite is the Fried Chicken Skin. If you haven't been You should Definitely stop in and Buy Something So You Can Try Something...!

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Bobbie L.

Hubby says "what would you like for lunch babe?" 1 hr 15 minutes drive later, here we are....always busy, always a line means that its ALWAYS GOOD!! Happy Wife, Happy Life Fa'afetai Lava again

The meat pie was 70% cheese & had meat with one mushroom in the filling. Most meat pies are 90% meat in New Zealand.

I love their food and been here a few times. Today I bought more meat pies and when I cut it open to see how much meat was in it, there was less than half. That's why the 3 rating. It has the meat, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese. It was mostly cheese (70%) and felt disappointed becuz the meat pies I had last week had more meat. Or I felt it had more meat. In New Zealand it's mostly meat with less fillers . They have different flavors. But delicious taste at Poly's. I just won't buy them anymore. Plus I ordered 2 pieces of baked taro and the girl gave me 3 instead & I was flabbergasted that those 3 pieces cost me $30!! I didn't know until I got home that she gave me 3 instead of 2. They charge you by the weight. That's way too much. Service was great. People are nice. Ambiance nice. Small mom & pop bakery. Tables to sit and eat. Clean and neat. Prices too are too high.

Nice clean atmosphere.
H N.

I had never tried poly food before so I was excited seeing what was on the menu. Poly is a small take-out spot but packs a BIG punch in terms of taste flavor and just feel-good comfort food. The New Zealand sausage is bomb. I also liked their chop suey, chicken curry, turkey tail and mussels. First time here so I was limited to what I could get. I liked this place so much I came back the next day. It was that good!!This spot is clean and cosey. The workers here are very nice and you can feel the love they put in the food. You just feel welcomed coming here to get great tasting food. I will try their meat pie next time since they run out quick. Thank you to my friend for introducing me to Polynesian food. This place is a gem and I wish there was one just like it near where I live in Anaheim. Thanks Poly. Now I need me a souvenir shirt.

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Faye A.

Poly Grill is da bomb!! Wish they were closer so I can get me some delicious Samoan food. This hidden island gem is located on Carson St right by the 405 freeway. My favorite is the sapasui, povi, and palusami. No other place makes their palusami like Poly Grill!! The type of noodles they use makes the texture of the sapasui delish, and I can't find this noodle at any store!! The povi is so good and pairs extremely well w the creamy palusami. I don't really eat taro and banana but I like the way they make theirs!! Family owned and operated, very friendly and helpful. May be a bit pricey but then again so is everything else!! We've tried other Samoan food between LA, SD, & Riverside and Poly Grill is BY FAR THE BEST!!! They make fresh bread (unsliced) and it's so yummy!! Great half moon pies too!! Don't forget the traditional Anchor butter (imported from New Zealand) bc it's sooooo delish w the fresh warm bread!! Highly recommend if you're craving Samoan food. And I also like coming here bc it's a far drive and I love food ventures!!

Dennette S.

This is our second time driving out to Poly. Grill &Bakery. Today we picked up some Turkey Tail, sausage. Corned beef, Taro in coconut milk and Sapa Sui. So good we forgot to get a picture. But we also ordered Half moon pies, Palusami, to pick up the next day Once we were there to pick up the items, we also tried the Pani Popo, Panikeke, and the Suafa'i. Can't say enough on how good they each tasted. My husband said each item was just like home cooking and for me it reminded me of visiting of our family gatherings. The location is easy to find. Not to far off the freeway. Once inside look over the prepared food and let them know is what you would like from the prepared food. We were thankful to meet Miracle, she was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable of each item we ordered. Next time you stop in, talk with the staff, let them show you all the choices.

Jeannie N.

If you're looking for Samoan/Polynesian food, definitely check this place out. This was my first time here and the food is so good! It's located in a smaller lot, but you probably won't miss it and there will probably be parking. We stopped by late morning for lunch and got mixed plates. Staff's super friendly and answered all the questions we had. If you're not sure what to get, you can ask them for recommendations. I can't remember what I ordered, but at least I have pictures! Really enjoyed everything I got - mussels, sausage, corn beef?, crispy pork, taro, and turkey. All really strong flavors that went even better with the rice. I really enjoyed the crunch on the crispy pork skin. The mussels were one of my top favorites and I'd get it again. It's definitely enough food to eat twice if you have rice at home. Everything heated up tastes just as good as the day before.

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Outstanding Samoan food at good prices. Brought my Samoan inlaws here and they loved it!! Always stop by here when in Carson.

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such a great family business! Food is delicious and the people are so kind!! I will definitely be back for more!

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Ask the Community - Poly Grill & Bakery

What are the hours its open?

Fridays - Sundays 8:30am-3:00pm

Do I need to order the panipopo in advance?

Hello! You don’t have to because we make it fresh everyday, but it would be better to order it just in case we sell out.

Polynesian foods from which countries (specifically)? Samoan, Fijian or? I know there are many overlaps but am wondering regional specialties are available.

Samoan food

Do you have another number to call ? I keep calling and no one answered. I need to place an order for Saturday Pickup.

Yes we do our Resturant # is (424) 536-3070 calls are taken from 8am to 3pm on thursdays through Sundays.

Are they still open? If so what time?

they are open however check the times listed as shown on yelp or call

Are the hours the same?

Poly Grill & Bakery Hours Tues-Friday 7am to 5pm Sat-Sun 7am to 3pm… Read more

If they reopen or move to a new location, can someone post an update? Bummed out they're closed.

Officially RE-OPENED WITH NEW AND IMPROVED YUMMY FOR THE TUMMY😎

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