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    The Second Wind

    3.9 (53 reviews)
    InexpensiveAsian Fusion
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Allen G.

    We stopped by the Second Wind in El Segundo right by LAX, after hearing about it from some friends (who actually work at LAX). I gotta say it's a solid spot. It looks relatively new and the interior is very cool with anime and pop art stuff. The bar is connected to both inside and outside areas which is nice. We tried: Bulgogi Alfredo Pasta, Sriracha Hot Honey Wings, Flaming Wagyu, Snow Crab Avocajete Dip. I loved the snow crab dip. Its like a avocado dip but add snow crab and some Asian flavorings. Really enjoyed it. The flaming wagyu was also very good, and liked how they torch it table side for you. The bulgogi pasta was good too, and really captures the Asian fusion aesthetic here. They actually have a coffee/boba place located right inside the restaurant which is convenient to get some sweets after. Overall, we enjoyed it and plan on coming back to try some other items.

    Michael T.

    I found this place while scouting for new tea shops and finding the connected Tera Coffee. The interior is clean and bright with high ceilings. The service was self-service then the food is delivered to table. I got the steak teriyaki and bulgolgi egg nori bun. The steak teriyaki had older slightly tough steak with good teriyaki sauce that added a nice flavor. There was also a white sauce that added a good creaminess as well. The rice was alright and the vegetables were negligible. The sauces were the star of the dish. The bulgolgi egg nori bun was dripping with grease which caused the hamburger buns to get soggy. The fried wonton skin and bulgolgi does well in providing texture but the nori wasn't really prevalent and the eggs were funky. They tasted they were out of an egg yolk carton and didn't suit my taste when clashing with the cream sauce. On an additional note, the prices for this place is incredibly reasonable. This is a good quick lunch place but I wouldn't really recommend it for a nice place to eat.

    Milena H.

    I wanted to like this spot - their space is beautiful with an outdoor patio and easy parking. I did uber eats so it was just a pickup. There was a self service table with sauces, utensils, water and napkins. My pad Thai tofu order was supposed to be vegetarian and there were multiple pieces of bacon in it! Yikes! It was a shock to see so many bits of bacon in a vegetarian dish. I get how food contamination can happen but this is a lot. Attaching photo for reference.

    Jennifer B.

    It was by luck I discovered this place. I had an appointment at a chiropractor's clinic nearby and just happen to drive through this corner and noticed this place. I was curious, so I looked them up, and to be honest, the hook that pulled me is that one bargain buy: 2 egg rolls for $2.47. Came through at first opportunity. They're a popular spot. Half the tables were already occupied and a few people were standing around waiting for their takeout. The kiosk was very easy to use. I put in an order for the rolls as well as garlic noodles with steak. I noticed Tera Coffee next door so I came through and got a drink (that's for another review.) Talk about perfect timing - my number was called soon as I returned here with my drink. EGG ROLLS: Nothing to call home about but above decent especially for the pricing. Cooked to order crispy on the outside and nice seasoning inside. It's a good starter. GARLIC NOODLE STEAK: Like the egg roll, also notching to call home about. Noodles were cooked perfect with a good amount of garlic. The steak was a bland for my taste. I felt it could use seasoning. Some of the pieces were also cooked tough. Overall dish is not horrible, but has room for improvement. FOOD: 3.5. More so because of cheap eats! (Egg rooms were worth it.) SERVICE: 3. Very minimal interaction. VALUE: 3.5. Wasn't bad. PARKING: Shares with others. Plenty to choose from, shouldn't be an issue. OVERALL: 3.25. Most of their items are below $10. There are plenty you can get here for very reasonable pricing. Will most likely return to try many other offerings!

    Orange chicken bowl
    Angela P.

    So glad this area has Asian fusion food and at such a reasonable price too! I ordered the orange chicken bowl and it was the right portion size for me. It was crispy, tender, and tangy. The restaurant is pretty much self-serve except for when they bring the food out to you, including kiosks to order your food. Plenty of parking available. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating as well.

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    Noah M.

    The Baseline: For fast-casual Asian food the flavors need to be authentic, the portions have to be properly sized, and the restaurant must be comfortable and stylish. Food: The size, selection, flavor, and quality of the ingredients were okay but I wasn't feeling the Asian flavors. I had to add sauces to make it work better. This is an easy lunch spot for surrounding offices to get a quick Asian inspired meal. This place hits the baseline but I was hoping for more. Service: The staff is friendly and the service was efficient. Atmosphere: Fast and casual restaurant with a fun atmosphere. I really liked the large President Teddy Roosevelt quote on the wall. Bathroom was clean.

    Chicken Fried Rice
    Patrick W.

    The very first time I saw the menu on Uber Eats, I was in disbelief. "Whats with the seemingly random numbers? Are these mispriced? Is this a scam? If it's not a scam, how small could their bowls possibly be for them to be priced at 8 dollars AND BOGO?" I ended up taking a leap of faith and, wow - I am shocked. Fast, affordable, reasonably portioned, and tasty! We ordered the Garlic Shrimp Noodles and the Chicken Fried Rice - where were both BOGO, meaning they were about 4 dollars a bowl. Now, these bowls probably aren't going to be life changing, never-had-anything-better experiences, but they were really good! The flavors overall were done well (loved the Garlic Shrimp Noodles especially) and I was genuinely shocked by how generous the portions and proteins were at this price point. We'll definitely be ordering again and visiting in person in the near future - especially to take advantage of their nice outdoor patio. It's rare to find something so affordable and so good in Culver City, so here's hoping they stick around!

    Garlic Noodle with Chicken
    Lisa W.

    Cute little spot in El Segundo that I stopped by on the way home from LAX. It's fast, has a simple menu, affordable, and tasty. The inside is spacious with lots of room to sit. You can either order at a counter or at a kiosk. I tried ordering at the kiosk even though there was a very friendly and welcoming employee who offered to take my order. I was already on a roll with my order so I just kept going. Anyway, we both ordered garlic noodles. Mine had chicken and my bf got shrimp. Both dishes are affordable and the portion is decent. If you're absolutely ravenous, you will want more than one bowl. I thought it was a good amount since we wanted to try the coffee shop connected to The Second Wind. There is a condiment and water area to get your own condiments/spices, water, silverware, napkins, etc. Once you get your stuff, sit down, and your food is brought to your table. All in all, it's a convenient place to get a fast, affordable meal and who doesn't love noodles?!

    Spicy Chili Lime Chicken Rice Bowl + Vietnamese Coffee To-Go
    Maggie A.

    These prices are unbelievably affordable for LA! We ordered vietnamese coffee for under $5 and each bowl of food we ordered cost under $10 with good portions. Even with the affordable prices the food was delicious and the service was fast. All the staff were friendly and the overall ambiance of the restaurant was relatively calm and spacious. I ordered the Spicy Chili Chicken Lime Rice Bowl to-go. The chicken was crispy, citrusy, and overall delicious! The vegetables didn't have much seasoning so I'd recommend adding the chili powder, vinegar, or chili fish sauce they leave by the counter to taste. Be warned though the fish sauce is very spicy. I don't eat large portions so I was able to save my bowl for a second meal! The Vietnamese coffee was also sweet and strong - so pretty much what you want from a Vietnamese coffee. Their menu has a large selection of drinks which we're very interested in trying next. Overall we would love to come back to this restaurant! Affordable prices, fast service, friendly staff, and good portion sizes :)

    Pad Thai W /Chicken
    Brittney T.

    pretty affordable food! you can definitely tell the food is asian-inspired, which is on brand for them. i got a chicken pad thai and it tasted alright. it's obviously not the real thing if you want an actual pad thai, but it somewhat does the job. pretty spacious dining area with two self-ordering kiosks and one cashier. there is a condiment table where you can get all your spices and sauces. very nice staff and they make the food pretty quick.

    Pork chashu Fried Rice W/ Pork Chashu
    Kelly A.

    5 stars 1. Restaurant was clean 2. It was easy to order, love seeing photos on the kiosk so you know what you are getting. 3. Service was fast. 4. Service was super friendly. 5. Priced very good - for the amount of food you get. The bulgogi tacos were super good. Good about amount of meat on the dishes we were served.

    Orange Tofu Rice Bowl
    andrew b.

    The perfect place for a nice and light meal. The staff is so kind and polite, and the decor makes me so happy. I always take my lunch break here

    Garlic Noodle with Wonton
    Michelle L.

    didnt know what to grab for lunch but wanted to try something new and nearby the second wind recently opened along with tera coffee right next door located in the middle of corporate offices on douglas st in el segundo the second wind has a huge patio for outdoor dining this is the perfect place for casual dining the food is delicious and reasonably priced! the menu has a diverse array of asian dishes ordered: Egg Roll (2) $2.47 Beef Bulgogi Pad Thai $9.77 Garlic Noodle with Wonton $9.27 Chicken Fried Rice $6.77 everything was soooo good i would def come back great spot to relax and catch up with fam/friends i would def come here often if i worked nearby service was friendly, you can order with staff or kiosk the food came out quick or maybe bc i went next door to order me a coofffeeeee parking: no issues; huge parking lot

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    Food was tasty, service waa great, prices reasonable. Was open when others were closed.

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    The food is delicious and the prices are reasonable. The service is good as well. The pad Thai with shrimp is delicious.

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    Food is delicious excellent selection and even better prices. It has a great ambiance beachy nice decorations, and excellent service.

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