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Rod's Char-broiler

3.8 (644 reviews)
Closed 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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ROD'S CHAR-BROILER ATMOSPHERE

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Hawaiian Burger no onions
Francisco R.

Food was very good and flavorful, service was fast and friendly and it's a very clean place, over all a good experience

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Randa H.

YES!! We'll continue to come to our Neighbor Spot!! Food is always 10/10 Service is always 10/10 you always have somewhere to seat if you choose to if not grab it and go! Plenty of seats inside and out, there's also plenty of parking. No long line and you can also call ahead if you know what you want.. Tge seat are always clean and they Even have infant chairs. Ramos in the front and back for easy access...

Bacon Avocado Cheeseburger and French Fries
Ricky G.

A neighborhood Char-broiler spot that looks consistent and clean. Tasty burgers, seasoned fries (places like this sometimes don't) and the teriyaki sandwich was passable. Will likely spot by again if craving this specific burger craving! Parking was easy and seating outside and inside.

Double Cheeseburger with 1000 Dressing on side
Tamica J.

The food delivery from Grub Hub arrived quickly. I underestimated this burger. I ordered the Double Cheeseburger. It was a lot! I couldn't finish it all. I ordered medium well and received it that way. Enjoyed it. If ever in the area, give them a try.

Cindy D.

My niece is in town and wanted to visit one of her childhood haunts. She was a bit disappointed that the original owner and long-term staff are no longer there but it's been years so it's to be expected. She missed the Greek influence in their food selection but ordered a pastrami sandwich and zucchini fries for us to share. Both were good but a bit on the greasy side. The ranch dressing that came with the zucchini fries was rich, creamy and tasty. Rod's offers comfort food directed at the younger generation (due to grease level ;) )

Tiffany L.

This burger spot was highly recommended to us by a friend so I decided to try it out. Right off the bat, I can appreciate that they have lots of different options with fresh ingredients. They have sandwiches, salads, and the most standout thing for me is the zucchini fries. I don't think there's anything ground breaking about their burgers, I got a jr. burger and zucchini fries. But it did feel more on the healthier fresh side with the bun and patty not being too oily. But if I want a burger I would rather have it taste better with more flavorful sauces and a juicy patty. And the cheese wasn't super melty. Tasted like a backyard burger.

Hamburger combo
Lawrence H.

I usually get their Bacon and Eggs breakfast, which is very good, but today I got a Hamburger combo. The Hamburger was juicy and charred to perfection. The fries were crispy but just a little too much salt for my taste. Service was very friendly.

Cheeseburger
Santino M.

The device was amazing and the chess was perfectly melted on top of a juicy burger. I remember coming here when I was little and will alway like this place

COOK who throws old fries back into the hot oil to reheat to sell
Ashlee D.

Today, my husband and I came to purchase lunch for our family when I witnessed this cook throw some fresh fries on top of the old fries that were in the pan to dish out to us for our meals. I shared this with the girl at the counter because the guy was pretending to not understand English when I told him about it. However, he understood that I notice his poor food service tactic. This is the 2nd time that I have witnessed this cook doing this. The first time was on a different day I saw this cook take the old fries from the pan that had been sitting for who knows how long, and he put the old fries into the oil to reheat to put in our order. When I brought this to the attention of the lady at the counter, the other cook who did speak English told him that you can't do that. From a Health & Safety perspective, food should be served at the correct temperature, and not reheated back into hot oil. This guy should be fired because he is making poor decisions when it comes to food quality. We've been dining at Rod's since the Original owner Dino & Andy owned this place in 2000's and this new owner needs to ensure their cooks don't continue to diminish the name "Rod's" with serving food that isn't fresh. Please, do better!!

Double cheeseburger with fries
Edward T.

It's a solid place for burgers I got the double cheeseburger with fries and drink and it was delicious the fires were crispy and the burger was huge!

Double Cheese Combo for the boy
Toshi I.

Since my son loves cheeseburgers, I wanted to go to a place we hadn't tried before. The boys ordered the burgers and I got the fish sandwich. Both were delicious and tasted fresh. Da Hubs said these were the best char burgers he's tried. As far as char goes, my son agrees. We've added this to our list of fave burger places. Funny thing is, when you first arrive, the counter is really close to the entrance. There's ample seating to the side and the place is very clean. Parking in the small lot.

My egg white omelette, bacon eggs and pancakes and a side of pancakes.

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The burgers bacon cheese are delicious and the chille cheese fries are yummy. I've also have had the club sandwich which hits the spot.

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7 months ago

soooo underrated! There's plenty of parking, it's reasonably priced and the burgers are pretty good, but the fries are amazing.

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1 year ago

I had delivery today. The food was very good and it came still warm. I'm sure the establishment is a cool and nice place to eat inside.

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8 months ago

An actual deal in the South Bay. Great food great service staff and a breakfast burrito from heaven and not expensive. Go here and eat a bb!

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4 months ago

I've been here various times. The food and service is always quick and friendly, as well as enjoyable and fairly priced.

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8 months ago

Great tasting char-broiled burgers! They did skimp on the avocado though for my bacon avocado burger. They keep a very clean establishment.

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10 months ago

Nothing fancy but great tasting burgers and salads and friendly staff they're always busy because the food is great and tasty

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We are glad that you like it, it is a basic recipe based on mayonnaise and butter milk, we make it every other day for more than 40 years, the Greek oregano that we mix in makes the difference.

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Sweet Wheat

Sweet Wheat

4.3
(574 reviews)
3.7 mi
$$
Locally owned & operated
Boutique

I wanted to update my review because my most recent visit completely changed my experience. As…read morealways, the food and pastries were amazing, but what truly stood out this time was the service. Anais was incredibly sweet, welcoming, and attentive, and she made us feel genuinely comfortable and appreciated from the moment we walked in. She's so nice and positive energy made such a difference and really elevated the entire experience. This visit reminded me why Sweet Wheat has so much potential not just because of the quality of the food, but because of team members like Anais who truly care about customers. I'm happy to say I'll definitely be coming back. Thank you, Anais, for such a lovely experience!

Dropped by Monday morning to pick up lunch and treats. They have a really big selection of cakes,…read morepastries and sandwiches. Got the smoked salmon croissant sandwich, quiche, iberico ham baguette, chocolate croissant, tarte tatin, chocolate almond French toast. Overall everything was good. Our fav was the quiche and French toast. Still in search of a great chocolate croissant. Would likely go back to try other items. I got a latte and my mom got a cappuccino. My latte was just ok but my mom thought the cappuccino was really good. Service was good. I was pretty indecisive going back and forth looking through the options and the guy was very patient. (No one was behind me in line). He was helpful with his recommendations on what to get.

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Creme De La Crepe

Creme De La Crepe

4.0
(1.1k reviews)
4.0 mi
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We decided to visit Riviera village after a relaxing morning stroll through Torrance Beach. Since…read moreit was almost noon, we searched on Yelp and decided to have some crepes for lunch. The restaurant has inside seating for 40 guests and outside for 30. We arrived between breakfast and lunchtime and were able to get the last outside table. The attentive staff got us seated right away, and after browsing through their menu, we ordered the following items (arrived in 15 minutes) : Marine: The buckwheat outer layer was soft, not soggy, and with nice resistance. The light creamy tomato-based dressing with sliced mushrooms was pleasantly flavorful. Both shrimp and scallops were of good size, fresh and juicy. Fromage: Like Marine Crepe, the buckwheat out layer was soft. The mild brie cheese provided pleasant creaminess to the filling. Seasoned bacon, scrambled egg, onion, and mushroom added nice savoriness to the dish. The portions were sensible and the prices were reasonable. Very nice culinary experience.

Our family love come to this place we used to love the food until things are changed !!!…read more 1. The food is not the same. 2. The portion of much smaller 3. The young boy waiters barely speak English with his heavy accent and let you wait by the table for cleanup. 4. I think the shift has been changed and food taste become horrible. 5. My daughter order hamburger like she usually left to order this hamburger at that place the meat was like rubber band and the meat was overcooked we specially mentioned the waiter that we want the meat to be cooked medium and she even mention it on the order ahe took !! We ask for hash brown for breakfast that we order the waiter like I don't think we have no more we ran out !!!! See the picture of famous Hamburger ...the meat even our little dog didn't want to eat that meat I hope the owner or the manager will see it and will change his habit to be cheep on food We have to say goodbye my love goodbye we will never return very disappointed Good luck

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Sea Level Restaurant & Lounge

Sea Level Restaurant & Lounge

4.2
(1k reviews)
2.5 mi
$$
Casual dining
Happy hour specials

My girlfriend and I celebrated our anniversary at Sea Level Restaurant & Lounge, and it was…read moreeverything we hoped for and more. From the incredible waterfront views to the amazing food and outstanding service, it made for the perfect date night. We started with the clam chowder and crab cakes, which were both fantastic. For our entrées, we had the Linguini Del Mar and the Petite Filet (added a side of peppercorn sauce), and every single bite was delicious. Everything was cooked perfectly, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. The highlight of the evening, though, was our server, Greg. He made us feel completely at home from the moment we sat down. His recommendations were spot on, he was attentive without ever being intrusive, and when my girlfriend got a little chilly on the patio, he even brought her a blanket without us having to ask. It's those thoughtful little touches that truly elevate an experience. As the sun began setting over the marina, Alison Brecht performed live acoustic music that created the most romantic atmosphere. She even took a couple requests, including mine and my girlfriend's favorite songs. Sitting outside by the fire table, enjoying an incredible meal while listening to live music and watching the boats in the harbor, felt like something out of a movie. It was the perfect backdrop for celebrating our anniversary. Sea Level exceeded every expectation we had. Between the outstanding food, exceptional service from Greg, beautiful waterfront views, and Alison Brecht's wonderful performance, this was one of the most memorable date nights we've had. We can't wait to celebrate here again. We will most definitely be back soon and could not recommend this lovely restaurant more if you're in the area !

The biggest selling point of this restaurant is definitely the location and the view it offers,…read morewith food and service that matches it perfectly. We had a really attentive server that cared about our needs. The front hosts was really nice and let us choose the best seating that suited us. The food is appropriately priced with a good serving size and great taste We came back and it was still amazing, the view was even better since we reserved a table. Keep up the great service! And thank you for the free dessert, the server heard that I'm leaving for marine basic training tomorrow and wanted to congratulate me.

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Sea Level Restaurant & Lounge
Sea Level Restaurant & Lounge
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Cal Mex Cantina

Cal Mex Cantina

4.3
(489 reviews)
2.8 mi
$$

Celebrated my birthday here and had an awesome experience. Our waiter Brian and manager Maria were…read moresuper attentive, even when we were a ground of nine. I had the Tinga Flautas, perfectly crunchy, moist inside and full of flavor. We also tried the birria grilled cheese and the buñuelos with ice cream and that was just okay. Happy hour is solid- the $15 mimosa pitcher was enough for at least 4 people, and they offer guava and other juice options. The ambiance is really nice too, we had a table with a beach view, which must be gorgeous at sunset. They have couches that face the beach, it's definitely a nice spot to, imagine lounging on the couch with a drink in hand. Overall great service and vibes. I'll definitely e back!

The Baseline: For a Mexican restaurant the flavors of the food must make use of the prime Mexican…read moreingredients (corn, beans, chiles, rice, cheese, and meats), preparation of sauces/salsas, the meal portion size must make me feel full, and feeling of the restaurant must give me the feeling of a Mexican restaurant. Food: It was hit or miss on the items we ordered. Drinks: Watermelon Margarita (5 star) came with a chunk of watermelon and it was tasty. The Chain Smoker (4 star) was Smokey but I should have swirled it to get all the smoke infused. Starters: Great complimentary chips and salsa (5 star). The Guacamole was very tasty but there was not a lot of it with the order (4 star). The Corn ribs were really good with a nice BBQ sauce (5 star). Mains: The Chile Relleno Burrito with birria was substantial and filling but I was adding salsa to get the flavor boost (4 star). The Cal Mex Fries with pork belly were "bag fries" but had good toppings (3 star). There is a happy hour Monday to Thursday and I think I will come back to try that. Service: Good service for a week night and we had a very nice waitress. They do a service surcharge that you can ask to have removed and they let you know up front about it. Atmosphere: Well designed restaurant decor and the views are top notch (even at night). You can have Tex-Mex on the beach. Win-win. Bathroom was serviced and clean.

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Cal Mex Cantina
Cal Mex Cantina
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R10 Social House

R10 Social House

3.8
(1k reviews)
2.6 mi
$$

I really enjoyed the Mahi Mahi Bowl I ordered. The rice was cooked perfectly--firm and fluffy…read morerather than overcooked and soggy, which I appreciated. The teriyaki sauce was a little sweeter than my personal preference, but it paired well with the mild flavor of the mahi mahi. The service was good, and the staff were pleasant and attentive. The only downsides were the parking situation and the noise level from other guests, which made the dining experience a bit less relaxing. Overall, the food was very good, and I would definitely consider coming back.

Ok...so 4 years ago this was mine and my husbands absolute fave place. The food, the drinks, the…read moreservice, the vibes. All were immaculate. We went here on Thursday and just nothing really hit the mark. The sprouts are overcooked, the calamari isn't as good as used to be, the Cesar salad dressing was bland and watery, the fries have changed and weren't as good, the fish and chips were over battered and the batter was like bready. So yeah, big bummer. The drinks were ok. Our waitress was super forgetful and seemed like she was scared of the world. She was writing stuff down and still forgot stuff and we had to ask multiple times. My friend had also ordered the steak and she didn't ask her which one so of course she charged for the more expensive one. Idk if we'll come back

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Chocolate mousse was just rich enough, and full of great flavor, with surprising espresso "pearls" for texture.
Chocolate mousse was just rich enough, and full of great flavor, with surprising espresso "pearls" for texture.
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