We ordered two soups at $7 each and were really disappointed by the portion sizes. For $14, we expected significantly more than what was served. The price just doesn't match what you get. Hopefully they reconsider their serving sizes, because it's hard to justify coming back at that value. read more

The Toss Up - Chicken tortilla soup - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

I finally had time to sit down and do this review I've ordered from them a couple of times after my daughters told me about the place - and let me tell you... The Toss Up! They always Boss Up! Let's start with the packaging - because presentation begins before the first bite. It's like trying to get into Fort Knox You literally have to cut your way in, and I LOVE that. It guarantees your food is sealed, fresh, and not tampered with. Now let's talk about the food... whew! Whether it's their fresh, delicious salads or these humongous, fully loaded potatoes, the quality is always on point. Everything is flavorful, well-seasoned, and made with care. And that chili?! I don't know if it's homemade, but it definitely tastes like it. And if it's not - keep doctoring it up, because it is DELICIOUS! Rich, hearty, and full of flavor. Thank you, The Toss Up! Because like JJ would say... well, if you know, you know; DY-NO-MITE! read more

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For a $10 smoothie (LG) $7 (reg) with limited smoothie options I was expecting something super yummy. My group and I were in the area and saw smoothies advertised outside, we swung by and thought our drinks were a little too sweet and not as fresh/tropical as we expected (I know, it's more of a food spot nor a tropical food spot) but a girl can dream! My friends green drink was okay, she got the regular size and ended up throwing away the last of it. lots of seating and no wait. Great customer service from the gentleman in the front & menu options! I'd come back to try the food options but skip the smoothie. read more

The Toss Up - Green Smoothie & Pina colada/strawberry smoothie - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

I've been here a few times. I like to support smaller businesses anytime I can, however, I think today might be my last time coming here. My wife ordered the Southwest Beef Bowl. The first issue was the how small the portion was for the bowl and also the amount of meat that was in it. It literally had maybe about 8-10 small cubes of beef and the rest being rice, which also was very mushy and not pleasant to eat. Secondly, the seasoning on their items lack quite a bit, especially the meatballs in their spaghetti. They are just so bland and the meat also has a very odd texture to it. Not exactly sure what they do to it, but it's not good. And this was the second time I've ordered that meal. The salads are pretty decent to good. I've had their Baja Salad and the Texas Smokehouse and they came out pretty good and also a good portion. I tried their "wraps" but really they are just burrito salads with them using a flour tortilla vs a real pita wrap. Not the end of the world, but using flour tortillas makes the wraps taste different and have more tendency of breaking apart easier when eating. I think from now on, I'll just go to Simply Salad down the street as their food is always good and portions are consistent. read more

The Toss Up - Southwest Beef Southwest Beef and Bean Bowl with hardly any meat and super mushy rice. Flavor was not good. - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

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I always love what I order at the toss up! My go to is the mandarin. It's really easy to customize orders, I asked for no cabbage and extra chicken. The flavors are put together nicely and work very well. I also like the smoothies, banana is my favorite. We've done phone in orders and have eaten there and I've never been disappointed. There are plenty of tables inside and everyone working there has always been kind. read more

ordered the ahi salad with cranberries added. Nice mix of greens and tuna was fresh! My mom got the Waldorf salad and she can't stop eating until it's all gone. I will be back soon.. read more

The Toss Up - finishing the ahi salad - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

Tried this place for dinner while in Long Beach and not only was the food amazing but the staff and service were fantastic. We ordered the loaded backed potato which is large enough to feed 2 People. They spared NO bacon on it and the flavor was great. We also ordered the Baja chicken salad with jalapeño ranch dressing and this dressing made the salad. It had the perfect spice level and was the perfect consistency. I only wish they sold it in-store so I could take it home. While we were eating we were served samples of their soup which included chilli, tortilla, tomato and basil, and clam chowder. ALL of the soups were delicious but my favorite was the tomato and basil. I needed a grilled cheese sandwich, a blanket, and my favorite TV show to top off that soup. Lastly we were greeted by a gentleman named Rick. Not sure if he's the owner or chef but he was so warm and friendly and made our visit even better. I highly recommend this location, the food, and the great people that work there. read more

The Toss Up - Soup samples - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

Amazing amazing food and quality The Waldorf chicken wrap is the best! The gentlemen who welcomes the customers in is always friendly read more

Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful in explaining the menu since it was our first time. I love the idea of a fast casual eatery that has healthy options. And I don't think I've seen another place in the area that has big baked potatoes on their menu! The food was tasty, the space was clean and I loved that they were playing 90s/2000s R&B videos on the screen. No issue parking in the adjacent lot when we arrived, but I could see it getting a bit busy during lunch times with other restaurants in the same plaza. Looking forward to coming back! read more

The Toss Up - Loaded Baked Potato Bowl - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

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Service is amazing 10/10 must recommend. The potato bowl was amazing i recommend all the food and the Ambiance was amazing

When you're in the mood for something healthy yet tasty, The Toss Up has been my go-to for salads! They have a good variety of set options or you can build your own. My favorite is their Baja Salad. It comes with romaine, mixed greens, corn, black beans, red onion, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, cheddar cheese, tortilla strips, and grilled chicken. I appreciate the variety of fresh ingredients in this salad! It usually comes with a spicy jalapeno dressing, but I prefer their BBQ Ranch. "The Toss Up" Cobb is pretty good as well. This one has romaine, cherry tomatoes, avocado, hard boiled egg, cheddar cheese, bacon, roast turkey, bacon, and red onions. All of their salads come with a piece of flat bread. too. Their pre-set salads are definitely a better deal than if you try to select each ingredient when you build your own bowl. Another thing I like about The Toss Up is they have other pasta, baked potato, and soup options in case you feel like you need something extra on top of a salad. We tried their Loaded Baked Potato Bowl and their Cheddar Broccoli Baked Potato Bowl, and they were HUGE! Definitely good for sharing. We usually order online ahead of time, and the estimated wait time always seems oddly long, but sometimes when we get to the restaurant, there aren't too many people there. Not sure if the estimated pick up time system needs to be calibrated? read more

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Incredible!!! My friend and I came here for a healthier option after a day at the theme parks, and this did not disappointed! We were greeted with incredible customer service, and were showered with samples. I ultimately had the Dreamy Vegan, and he built his own salad, but wow!! The size of our salads, and the protein, as well as the dressings, absolutely delicious. I also got to try the broccoli cheddar and tomato soup, and both were bursting with the most delicious flavors! The restaurant was clean, and such a fun atmosphere to spend some time hanging out after a great day! DO NOT SKIP THIS WONDERFUL PLACE! read more

The Toss Up - Here is the description of the Dreamy Vegan Salad - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

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My Mistake! You ever go to a restaurant and they do things sooo good/right you realize you judged them against previous *meh* experiences? Well, that's what I realized today. I stopped in to pick up lunch for myself and my family. I ordered two shrimp alfredos and two cesar salads. I always get my salads with the dressing mixed in. I'm used to places having watery dressing with barely any flavor so I just assumed The Toss Up would kinda be the same, especially because this is a cesar dressing (and yes, I've been here before to dine in and got the dressing mixed in then too, to the Thai salad). By the time I got home (after making a stop), my salad had wilted a bit and my croutons were not as chrunchy. I'm not mad about it because THE FLAVOR!!!!! OMG!!! this cesar dressing is amazing! Creamy, sumptuous, heavy in the best way possible. Every bite of lettuce, parmesan cheese, chicken, and crouton had dressing on it. And I even ordered an extra dressing! As always, service was great. Such friendly, chatty, kind folks work here. Expect to be greeted when you walk in and get a friendly "bye, see you later" when you leave. BTW, my family loved their food, "delicious" is what they said :) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This might be a Yelp thing or a me thing but the review above erased my previous review. I was in to The Toss Up on Friday, June 13 and had a great experience. The Thai salad was so flavorful and full of everything fresh and crunchy--veggies and peanuts. We were greeted warmly by the owner who explained the menu to us in detail. My friend and I split the spaghetti and meatballs and I can't recall the last time I had pasta this good. This first experience was just soooo positive it's why I came back. I wanted another delicious meal and wanted my family to know what I've been raving about. read more

The Toss Up - spaghetti & meatballs - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

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I don't have any pictures because I ate my food fast!!! the service was amazing, I love to see my people thriving! The food is delicious and everyone is so kind. I got to sample different soups, so yummy. Matter of fact just thinking about my food the other day I want some now! Can't wait to go back. YUM read more

On this grey So Cal day I was feeling too lazy to make my own salad. I was hungry, my bestie had time to spare so we headed to The Toss Up for a soup and salad lunch. I love when I'm greeted upon entering a restaurant, it's an acknowledgement that creates a positive experience right from the start. We approached the counter and placed our orders. Simple, straight forward and despite a tiny error that was easily fixed, the process was painless. Our salads, soups and beverages arrived and we dug in. My Baja salad was super yummy - the creamy jalapeño dressing was so good - it has a kick and I loved it. Her Santorini salad was equally yummy and both of us agreed we'd order them again. The broccoli cheddar soups were hot and tasty and we loved that the cheddar tasted authentic - not one of those afterthought soups thrown on a menu to check a box. The chunks of broccoli were perfect in size and the only thing I would have liked to have was a sprinkling of pepper. The service was superb. Friendly and personable which makes the experience even better. These days I don't mind paying more for food if the service is top notch. Would have liked the soda to be accessible for refills. You're given a plastic lid to cover your bowl for leftovers - we didn't have anything to take home, so the lids went unused and became waste. Overall, the menu is loaded with options and coupled with the service, I would visit again. Oh! Almost forgot to mention the R&B music playing in the background! That made the visit memorable. Keep on, keeping on The Toss Up! read more

The Toss Up - It's a lazy salad day. - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

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The BEST place for salads and wraps! Amazing and attentive staff and the owners are extremely kind and welcoming. I'm there at least once a week read more

The Toss Up - Custom Chicken Caesar Salad wrap - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

Clean, friendly environment. Delicious healthy food. Awesome salads (Waldorf is my favorite) soups are hot and ready to go. Acai bowls, smoothies, ice teas...I mean this place has it all. Service is 2nd to none. read more

This has been on a list of places to try so my mom & I were welcomed in by at least four employees with a warm, "hello". The space was clean and tidy which we always love. It being our first time, Rick, the owner explained the menu in its entirety. We ordered these items to go: - Clam Chowder - Mandarin Salad ( the lettuce to topping ratio needs to be fixed- TOO MUCH LETTUCE ) - Loaded Baked Potato While we waited we able to try : Tomato bisque Clam chowder Tortilla soup Broccoli & cheddar soup Pasta salad Açaí ALL WERE DELICIOUS!! Thank you for options & we will be back !! Customer service, tasty food and genuine smiles was all we needed that day!! read more

The Toss Up - 16 oz Clam Chowder 16oz The Mandarin - SALAD Loaded Baked Potato Bowl - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

If you're looking for a spot that proves "healthy" doesn't have to mean boring, Toss Up Salad Restaurant delivers the goods. Think fresh, seasonal ingredients, vibrant flavors, and a chef-driven menu that puts real creativity into greens, grains, and proteins. The vibe is clean and modern--bright enough for a lunch meet-up, but relaxed enough to feel like your new go-to. Service? Friendly, efficient, and you can tell the staff knows their menu well. The Toss Up Cobb Salad is a must (loaded, balanced, and oh-so-satisfying), but don't sleep on their Thai, Mandarin Baja, or Chicken Caesar salads--each one packs its own flavor punch. If you're craving something heartier, the Baked Potato Bowl hits that comfort food note without weighing you down. And yes, they've got soups worth exploring too--perfect sides to round out the meal. Some might say prices run a bit high for "just a salad," but the quality, portion size, and chef-led touch make it worth the splurge. At the end of the day, Toss Up nails the combo of healthy, responsibly sourced, and seriously tasty. read more

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Amazing friendly welcoming staff! Every food item I have tried from here is so tasty. Love their signature drinks too. Definitely recommend!!! read more

Ordered a couple of salads and a bowl for lunch today that cost me over $90.00. Gave everyone their food to find that my salad was the only one without dressing. LOST My appetite after that. What my salad did come with was the skin of a skinny sliver of avocado which wasn't like the way they show on the menu with several slices. I don't know how they expected us to eat our salads without any utensils or napkins. Do they think we're animals? I will NEVER spend my hard earned money there EVER again!!! read more

The Toss Up - Toss up Cob salad without dressing and a little tiny sliver of avocado. - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

What a beautiful location! This spot has been open for three years and offers fresh salads made just the way you like them, using top-quality ingredients. The service is excellent, and the interior is modern, clean, and inviting. Parking is convenient, and there's also outdoor seating available. I stopped by for lunch, placed my order, and it was ready in no time despite a nice little crowd. The food was fantastic! I tried the chicken Caesar salad and the tortilla soup--both were absolutely delicious. They also have a kids' menu, and you can check out the menu in the photos. This place is a must-try! read more

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Wow nice place, friendly and welcoming! I didn't eat because I ate earlier, so I can't judge the food but you feel at home when you come here! Parking can be tough if you come during lunch but you can park down the street and walk. The menu is very diverse with plenty to choose from and everything is made to order (heads up picky people like me!). The ambience is lively with two TVs and a cool vibe and you'll feel right at home! Next time I'll make sure to eat something read more

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Honestly I was taken away by the dining style. Really comfortable and would rather enjoy my bite here than my own place (not that I don't care for my home).. but moreover to quality; in top-tier customer service and food being served here is absolutely it. I've had their wraps and it was pretty fulfilling, leaving me satisfied along with a chicken noodle soup at the time I was dealing with a cold. Boss man is always there and you will know who. Highly attentive and attention to detail is sharp. I can see how much he cares about his business making us feel even more welcomed than our first time. Will be back to enjoy more items on the menu. Will recommend and thanks to the incredible staff and their hard work. read more

The Toss Up - Build-your-own salad - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

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Food was great! I had the Thai salad only thing it was missing was some won tons or dry noodles. My husband had the bbq chicken salad he loved it! We split and broccoli cheddar baked potato and we are both stuffed. Excellent customer service. They let you sample drinks and soups everything we sampled Was delicious. We will definitely be back! Great atmosphere too. They have nice clean booths and bar stools with a couple big screens and RnB playing. read more

"I swung by a little closer to closing time, and the vibe was still there! The customer service was amazing yet again and I wasn't just standing there like a deer in headlights either. I definitely found my way through the menu, imma start calling it club toss up/ toss up after dark cause the mix they had on definitely put the final touch on waiting not feeling like waiting. I thought I could wait to eat my wrap at home, but nope, it didn't even make it out of the parking lot! read more

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The food here is honestly amazing -- really, really good. You can tell they put a lot of care into the flavors and quality, and every dish I tried was great. The only thing I feel could make the experience even better is the hospitality. A little more welcoming energy from the staff would go a long way and match how great the food is. With food this good, a warmer and more energetic atmosphere would make this place truly outstanding. read more

Ate here for the first time recently as I had a craving for a hearty salad. My sister recommended this place she had eaten here before and said it was really good. Well, I can truly say she was not lying! It very much so lived up to the hype. When we entered we were greeted by very friendly staff. I told them it was my first time there and the server explained the menu to me which had a lot of yummy items to choose from. I ordered the Texas Smokehouse Salad which was delicious! This salad had so much flavor and was completely loaded generous portion size. I was able to make two meals of it. I ate half for lunch and the other half for dinner and was completely full. They also let us sample their specialty drinks which were sooo good! It's located in a very busy shopping center with a bunch of other eateries so parking is not that great. The place is very clean with plenty of tables to eat if you choose to dine in. I will definitely be back to try some of the other delicious looking items on the menu. read more

Where do I even begin? This was my second visit with my husband, and once again, The Toss Up far exceeded our expectations. The vibes? Immaculate. The decor is serene, the music is perfectly curated, and the energy is just right. The presentation of the food was fresh and beautiful you can tell they take pride in every detail. So many flavorful options, each dish packed with just the right amount of kick to leave you satisfied but already planning your return. Customer service is top-tier! The staff is genuinely warm, welcoming, and clearly happy to be there and it shows in everything from the atmosphere to the care in each dish. An absolute must-experience! read more

The Toss Up is hands down my favorite salad spot. Everything on the menu has flavor. The owner Rick prides himself on the quality "you won't ever find a wilted leaf!"--I've been eating here for almost a year and a half and that's still true to this day!! read more

My girlfriend heard about this place so we decided to take a short drive and go. When we arrived the entire staff welcomed us and after a minute or so a staff member (possibly manager) greeted us and walked us through the menu. They have a lot of options and he was very knowledgeable about everything they served. The food was the true highlight--fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and beautifully presented. We grabbed a few samples of soups, which were honestly AMAZING! We sampled the Tortilla chicken, Chilli and the Clam Chowder. I expected 1 to be amazing but not all 3! We tried their Cobb Salad, loaded baked potato and the southwest beef and bean bowl, all of which were outstanding! Perfect blend of textures and seasonings in each entree. The menu offers a nice variety, catering to different tastes without being overwhelming. The Toss Up has quickly become one of my favorite spots. If you're looking for a place that combines quality food with a laid-back vibe, I highly recommend stopping by! read more

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I'm a big fan of The Toss Up! One of my favorites is the Spaghetti and Meatballs. Just added Loaded Potato with your choice of toppings including Cheddar Broccoli, Bacon, Chili Cheese, top off with your choice of meat, Salmon, Shrimp, Chicken, Steak or Cheddar Broccoli. read more

If you're looking for a good healthy choice restaurant that's local, The Toss Up in Gardena is the place. Excellent service, clean & welcoming ambiance, & the food is delicious. Tasty salads, soups, wraps, smoothies, & more.. Ricky Brumfield (owner) is top notch! read more

The Toss Up - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

This place is fantastic!! It has quality and delicious food and drinks! They make the best wraps, salads and soups from scratch! They have these huge baked potatoes that can be stuffed with all sorts of tasty things like chili, cheese, onions, sour cream...It's a great place to dine in or take-out. The staff is so polite and well trained. They have these amazing healthy drinks that are made in house as well. read more

10/10 I can't say enough about the Toss Up! I've had their salads and their baked loaded potatoes and soups and everything was delightful. I appreciate the freshness of their food. Clam chowder is really good as well as the chili and the tortilla soup. There are so many things I want to try. The staff is wonderful, very friendly and knowledgeable. I believe it was the owner(s) that we met. They are delightful as well and very helpful. Everyone offers great customer service which is hard to find these days. I like that it's spacious and anywhere you sit is comfy. My husband it has a lounge feel! Check them out! You won't be disappointed. Will definitely return. Thank you and Keep up the great work Toss Up! read more

Ive been waiting too long to do this but this place deserves every bit of love it gets from the community because the love they put it in the food and service is PHENOMENAL. Ive had their soups, salads, wraps, and none of it has ever disappointed me. They hand me samples of other food they serve and those hit to! Now I gotta go back for what I tried. Whoever the DJ in the buildin also know what they doin. Plenty of parking, comfy seats, and an inviting space so definitely a family friendly spot. Keep it up Toss up! read more

The Toss Up - The Buff N Cluck - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California

Oh my yawl!!!! You have to get here at eat this delicious fresh food!!! My! My! I saw an IG reel about this place and had to come through!!! My sis and I shared the cheddar baked potato with steak and shrimp and followed up with a fresh Caesar salad!!!!! The staff are friendly and the owner, Rick was nice and passionate about his food!!!! You will NOT be disappointed!!!!! read more

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I enjoyed the Chicken Tortilla soup, it was delicious. The baja salad was good too, very big. I shared that with my daughter. A gentleman walked around with soup samples which was nice because I really couldn't make up my mind between the Tomato bisque or the broccoli cheddar for next time. We tried them both, they were both good. And for dessert we ordered an Acai Bowl. The customer service was excellent. The place was very clean and they had the game on on the big TV's. Parking at 3pm on a Sunday was a little hard but other than that No complaints. I will be coming back. read more

I love the customer service and the salads are amazing and fulfilling. Baked potatoes broccoli and cheese is my favorite. We are eating there every month. read more

This is my to go to place for salads. My favorite salad is the steak salad, comes with the cherry tomatoes mixed spring and a chimichuri sauce. I like adding an extra sauce of the spicy jalapeño, it pairs well together. The customer service is great, always greeted and friendly environment. read more

The Toss Up - Steak Salad - Salad Near Me - Gardena, California