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    Vida Modern Mexican + Tequila

    4.4 (380 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Salad, Soup
    Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Cindy M.

    If Modern means Bland then yes. They got something going here. Probably should not assume food is good or going to taste the way you imagine. Best of the bunch. Today was the asada vVda burrito. Deassada was fresh, tender and juicy with lots of flavor. All the other ingredients blended well. It was on a smaller side but just enough. Albondigas was the worst of the order. It was hardly a soup that brought savory broth feeling and tender meatballs that comfort you. Instead the broth was super bland, meatballs were flavorless and too firm to cut with the. Had lots of veggies which was a plus if you like sweet with veggies which I do. I just wish they were also tender, swimming and good broth. Most restaurant serve fresh chips and salsa which they did. Complimentary chips were hard. This also was too heavy on oregano. Ordered some guacamole but had to ounce for them to cook fresh tosadas so we could eat with the guac instead of the hard chips. $14 wasn't too bad for the price and the portion. I did enjoy the one fish taco that I ordered. Was huge portion but stacked so high that you could barely close the tortilla. This is the first time I bought a flour. Tortilla worked well for the taco. It was also bland but I was able to salvage it with some of their spicy salsa that I requested. Places are heavy on the alcohol and drink menu which likely is a draw. I actually really love the Paloma which was non-alcoholic. However, the food must meet the mark and today I am sad to say it missed on several points For my standards. I really did appreciate the staff who were all very helpful, super friendly and did their best to accommodate all of our asks. The location is nice right on the Redondo Beach strip with so many food options to choose from.

    Nhung M.

    Dined at Vida last night on a mother daughter date night and had a pretty good night, overall. Solid, 4.5 stars. Loved their fresh fried chips served with salsa upon seating. We ordered a side of guacamole, which my daughter loved. Her and I shared a three taco plate with rice and beans. We had the fried cod, asada and carnitas. I'll be right there. The tacos were definitely sizable and we weren't able to finish our share plate. Good flavor loved the freshly fried fish steak crispy even with a huge mound of guacamole on top. The Carnitas had a cinnamon flavor which I've never had anywhere else before, but I surprisingly liked it. Must try our Max's Margs. And my daughter said the best Shirley Temple's she's ever had. We came right at dinner time so they were very busy. We had to wait for our food, but it is what you would expect at a dinner time rush. The staff was very friendly and Dylan was on top of it! He continually checked in on us to make sure we were doing OK and took great care of us! Great little restaurant at the Riv. Plenty of bike parking and great indoor and outdoor seating will definitely be a return customer.

    Carne Asada Taco, chicken taco, birria taco, strawberry margarita
    Zoe F.

    The staff was very friendly, and it was a cute spot for a summer dinner. We went on a tuesday for their taco-tuesday deal and margaritas. The tacos were small but they were surprisingly very filling!! The free chips and salsa were delicious. My only issue is that I wish the taco meat had more flavor, they were very bland and the chicken taco was drenched in juice (which usually i wouldnt mind but the juice just tasted like water, it wasnt flavorful in my opinion). In terms of ambiance and outdoor seating, its a cute spot for happy hour.

    Cassie D.

    It was our first time here and I've always wanted to try this place! Upon arrival, the hostess honestly seemed a little bothered that we were there to dine, which wasn't the best first impression. Thankfully our waiter John completely changed the experience. He was attentive, friendly, and served us with a smile the whole time. We sat inside and the place was super cute! Of course our fur baby Louie joined us and stayed cozy right beside me the entire time The tacos were sooo yummy! I had the shrimp and asada tacos and let me tell you... the shrimp were huge and packed with flavor. The beans and rice were delicious too. But my FAVORITE was the ahi tuna tacos! I loved every bite and could eat 5! lol I'll come back just for that. The only disappointing part was noticing that some of the glasses looked dirty. Hopefully that's something they improve on because the food itself was really good and we still enjoyed our visit overall.

    Burria breakfast burrito
    Brian W.

    Came here around lunch. The good: the chips they give you beforehand are excellent. Warm and seasoned + the salsa... top notch. The waiter/ waitress were friendly. The ok: the rest of the food. I got the breakfast burrito, which I should have checked previous reviews because it doesn't seem like they get praised very often. My wife's scramble was just ok, but she said definitely greasier than she anticipated. The bad: the time it took us to get our food. My wife said she noticed people around us ordering after us and we received our food about 10-15 min after those same people. I'm wondering if an item was missing or they missed our order initially since it took an abnormally long time for us to receive our food. We also had a 2 year old who was not on his best behavior, so mix the much longer wait with that, and as you can imagine it wasn't the best experience. The host also wasn't very friendly and it felt like we were burdening her just by being there. Kind of a bummer, as this was our first time trying this place.

    Angela C.

    The food was delicious, and the Taco Tuesday deal is definitely worth checking out. My in-laws visiting from North Wales loved it--especially since this was their first time trying Mexican food! Huge shoutout to Ruby and AJ for the great service and for taking such good care of us. Definitely recommend Vida Modern Mexican + Tequila!

    Spicy Shrimp Ceviche
    Rj M.

    This place is outstanding! Food, drinks, service, all on point. Every food item I've had was incredibly flavorful and presented like a gourmet 5 star meal. The service is always above and beyond, will be a top 5 choice for delicious food in the Southbay!

    Vida Burrito
    Lance B.

    Found this cool spot for lunch in Redondo Beach in the Riviera Village.. chill vibe sitting outside on the patio people watching while enjoying excellent food. Alyssa did a great job waiting on us. The food was really tasty, best Mexican restaurant I've been to in a while. I had a killer Vida burrito and a superb tasting Caesar salad ,my wife had enchiladas in which she loved and my daughter had the quesadillas which were also excellent. The restaurant inside also has a counter that you can sit at where you can watch the main street... great spot for a light lunch and a beer. Definitely recommend this spot if you're Redondo!!

    Two Asada and One Al Pastor Street Taco with Beans and Rice (Taco Tuesday deal)
    Diane C.

    Walked by during taco Tuesday and saw they had a special, $2.50 per street taco which isn't terrible so decided to give them a try. Staff was super nice, we were able to select our table and sit down. Took a little while to get our order taken and for the food to come out. You get free chips and salsa, their chips were seasoned differently which was cool. I ordered two asada and one al pastor taco from the taco Tuesday menu, and the tacos were mid. The Al pastor taco was not good, the asada had decent flavor but asada meat was a little tough. Rice and beans, nothing special. Not sure we would be back.

    Danica L.

    This is the perfect spot for a girl's night! We all ordered a burrito; I got mine with carne asada and it was delicious. It was packed with lots of toppings and bold flavors. The portion size is also big for leftovers or sharing. The chips and salsa that comes at the table were also really good. The chips were pre-seasoned, making it so much better. Overall, great spot and I'll definitely have to come back!

    Carnitas Taco Asada Taco
    Gerrie M.

    Met with friends for dinner at Vida. My first time here, and the tacos looked really good. I ordered the carnitas taco and a asada taco, they were very tasty. The steak was tender. Well done! I will come back for a taco Tuesday!

    Ciara D.

    I did a walk in and sat at the bar since I didn't have a reservation. I went based off the high reviewed. I'm not sure about parking since I was casually strolling down the street when I visited. I checked YELP and saw such high reviews so I was excited. Customer Service was great. I ordered a carne taco and a chipotle chicken taco. They were the most flavorless tacos I've ever had in my life. The only winner was that the tortillas were fresh. I also had a Paloma which is one of their most popular drinks and that too was nothing but grapefruit flavoring no alcohol no effect. Ambiance was average, sitting at the bar was ehh as the seating was close to the kitchen and there was no air. All in all I would not return here. The price of the two tacos does not equate to the lack of flavor.

    Pollo asada burrito bowl (catered)
    Sean S.

    Decent catered burrito bowl... curious to try the real thing They catered our lunch today, and I went with a pollo asada burrito bowl (everything on it, except onions). It was solid, and I could tell they use fresh ingredients, but overall it felt just okay. Maybe under seasoned ? To be fair, they were working out of a mobile setup, so I don't want to judge too harshly. That said, when you hear "burrito bowl," it's hard not to compare it to Chipotle (am I telling on myself?) and I'd say this landed about one notch below that. I'd definitely be interested in giving them another shot at their brick-and-mortar location to see how it stacks up when it's served fresh from the kitchen. There's potential there!

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    A nice lunch break with an attentive staff. Food and drinks came quickly and everything ordered was tasty.

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    my new favorite. I love the octopus ceviche. service, seating and ambiance is very good.

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    The Toss Up

    4.7(795 reviews)
    6.2 mi
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    The restaurant is always immaculate. Customer service is always great. They're fast, friendly and…read moreaccommodating to your special orders. I love their Cobb salad served with chicken instead of turkey and that honey mustard dressing is delicious. Today they were giving out samples of some of their soups and their chili. I tried their chili and it is actually really delicious.

    I learned about this place from my son; he'd been here before with his aunt and it left a great…read moreimpression on him. My son and I had an appointment nearby and he asked if we could have this for lunch. I'm always up for trying new places, so I agreed. We came in, and were welcomed by a tall gentleman at the entrance with, "Pick up?" I said no and he walked over to the cashier's side as he saw me perusing the menu; he asked if this was my first time. I confirmed and he went over the menu; which I appreciated. I opted for the broccoli cheddar baked potato bowl with steak and shrimp, while my son went for the spaghetti and meatballs. The gentleman was kind enough to offer us samples of the beverages. I really liked the orange drink, while my son loved the berry drink. I paid the check and then the guy asked if we were dining in or taking out; and I confirmed we would be dining in. This is where things went sideways. I completed my order at 12:03 but we didn't get our food until 12:25; then when we got our food, there were no drinks. I had to get up and line up to remind the cashier about the drinks. 22 minutes for these two dishes and then another three minute wait to get the drinks I ordered 25 minutes ago; that is overkill in my opinion. The whole process was confusing. I'm assuming the cashier was supposed to give us our drinks when I paid but he forgot. There was no explanation on how the process works. I assumed we would be called out by name, since he asked for my name while ringing up my order. The overall ambiance of the restaurant is nice. This was my first impression and though the lengthy delay and confusing experience didn't leave a great impression on me; the food was still tasty and if I do return, I will likely stick to take out.

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    The menu as of July 2025

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    Mendocino Farms

    4.5(94 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    What a great place to eat! Such high quality at reasonable prices. And creative and inventive…read moresandwiches, salads, and soups that I enjoy time to time alone, with friends, or with family. This location is newer than the other location by Whole Foods and is right next to Starbird which is also great. There used to be an Amazon Fresh in this plaza--but it is gone now... they had such great prices and people didn't know about it! Pinkberry is still here after all these years and still refreshing and delicious! Try their Vegan Banh Mi. Even meat eaters alike who appreciate Vietnamese cuisine may enjoy it too. I really appreciate the clean A/C air in here. Not sure what they're doing, but it's working!

    Another pleasurable visit!…read more I ordered the Farm Club Sandwich and forgot to ask for ciabatta bread instead of wheat. Even after placing my order, the staff was happy to accommodate the change, which I greatly appreciated. The sandwich, paired with the tomato basil soup, was phenomenal. It was loaded with turkey, smashed avocado, smoked bacon, pickled red onions, and fresh greens. The flavors blended perfectly, creating a sandwich that, in my opinion, is far better than anything you'll find at Panera. After my wife and I finished our meal, one of the staff members, Zeron, kindly offered to clear our trays and bowls. Service like that never goes unnoticed. As always, the atmosphere was peaceful and welcoming, with plenty of indoor seating as well as outdoor tables for those who prefer to dine outside. Thank you for another delicious lunch. We look forward to coming back again soon!

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    3.2(130 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    While on a date with a lovely young lady yesterday, I decided to try sweetgreen since we both were…read morecraving a salad. While my expectations aren't generally high for salads, the Chicken Pesto Parm bowl was very good. The bowl comes with chopped white chicken, quinoa, baby spinach, tomatoes, garlic bread crumbs, and a side of both pesto and hot sauce. Everything was fresh, and I especially enjoyed the quinoa that was used as a base for the entire meal. Additionally, the Hibiscus tea that I got wasn't too watery or sugary, so it complimented the meal perfectly. Our service was nice and fast, with my date and I only waiting roughly five minutes for our orders to be ready due to one of the ingredients for her salad needing to be refilled. Both of the young ladies working the counter were courteous, and they ensured we knew the code for the nearby restroom. The only reason for a 4/5 stars is simply due to the lack of space to eat inside of the establishment. Those of us in Southern California are currently experiencing record-breaking heat, so it would have been nice to dine indoors, but there wasn't enough room for us both due to other patrons inside. Fortunately, it wasn't too hot outdoors by the time we started eating, but we would have preferred indoors. Nevertheless, sweetgreen is a great salad spot to check out for a lowkey first date, healthier eating, or simply for anyone looking to try something different.

    This is literally one of the worst places I've had a salad in my entire life. I paid over $20 for…read moretheir mediocre chicken avocado ranch salad, which was a pathetic excuse of meal I had to ask for extra chicken because the regular amount is laughable on how much they put on your plate and an extra scoop I think is between 4 to 5 dollars and it had to be I kid you not maybe an ounce and a half of extra chicken. It was the worst thing I've ever seen in my life and I only bought it because I was with a friend if I would've saw the portion size at the end, I would've walked out and told them I'm not paying for that. They were extremely greedy with the portion sizes. They asked if I wanted a "free" bread at the end when I was paying. There were three options in front of me so I picked the one bread that looked the best out of the three they honestly all look very crusty but I picked the best looking one and I said I'll take that one and the girl says oh no, not that one it has to be one of these two the one that I picked is an up charge just like everything else in that store.. extremely disappointing. I would never return ever in my life. If you want the world's smallest portion sizes with 90% lettuce and 5% toppings and another 5% of protein then this is your spot. And let me just mention I'm 115 pounds at 5'2 which says a lot on how tiny these portion sizes were if it were small for me with double chicken save yourself the money and disappointment. They make it look big by grabbing a big shallow bowl and filling it up with 90% lettuce. I was in disbelief to see the tiniest amount of toppings that they put and they spread out the toppings so that it looks like it's full.

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    Torrance Tavern - Fish and chips

    Torrance Tavern

    4.3(882 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Great Tavern, everything was really clean. The waitresses were very friendly and checked on us…read moreseveral times. We shared the Philly cheesesteak sandwich and sweet potato fries. Plenty for two since we are seniors and eat lighter these days. Highly recommend.

    I had business in the same shopping center and decided to drop in for lunch…read more Torrance Tavern is restaurant bar located in a shopping center. Needless to say, there is plenty of parking. The interior is neat and clean. There are various types of seating (bar; table; booth; high-tops; communal), and plenty of screens to watch sports. On this occasion, I ordered the Tavern Fish & Chips ($22). It is described as "Alaskan cod coated in a tempura beer batter and served with French fries, tartar sauce and yuzu herb coleslaw". The positives of this dish are that it was prepared well. Both the fish and chips tasted good. The presentation was also nice; which leads to the coleslaw: The coleslaw tasted good, too; but I was surprised the serving was so spare. It's almost as if it was served just to optically balance the presentation in the basket. (See photo shared,) And while the price was not unreasonable, feel it's creeping towards expensive (relative to serving size). I'll attribute this to rising input costs. Staffing might be an issue during the lunchtime service. Service was okay, but they seemed to be understaffed. It's possible that most of their business is done after 5pm.

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    Torrance Tavern - More of the dining area. Sports playing on every screen PLUS music pumping.

    More of the dining area. Sports playing on every screen PLUS music pumping.

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