We arrived 30 minutes before closing but were welcomed warmly and provided excellent service! It…read morewas our first time here (yes, i was that annoying customer coming late & asking for recommendations ), but the staff recommended cajun lemon pepper, sinigang, and tropical habanero! Honestly my favorite flavor was sinigang! It had a good twist and tasted familiar to the cuisine! My boyfriend also ordered the garlic noodles, and yall plsss do not skip on that! Its actually the best garlic noodles he's had! Packed with flavors and a little kick of spice with chewy noodles! Definitely loved the ambiance here too! They have a lot of space to dine in and great place to take the kids to win some prizes as well.

Didn't know it was in the backyard. Crowed but I can see why. Soooo good. Pleasant surprise. Will…read morebe back!

Delightful dinner and service! Casual spot but the food was top notch. Our server was sweet,…read morefriendly and attentive. We stuck to the basics for our meal, but I thought they were some of the best I've had! Our spring rolls were huge. I usually prefer a thinner, more acidic dipping sauce but their house sauce was actually perfect! I think it was a hoisin based creation. The entrees were well prepared and flavorful, with the perfect amount of spice. The pad thai was delicious, authentically drier versus saucy. Eaten with the curry it was a divine bite. The Panang curry sauce was addictive. Looking forward to trying some of the other menu items! We found a parking spot right in front of the restaurant, and it was a 30 minute but the hostess said it was no problem. There is also a lot nearby that I'm sure patrons of the many small businesses in this neighborhood use.

Checked out S T Noodle Bar today and had a good experience!…read more We were eating with an infant so high chair friendly was a must. We were greeted and helped right away and got a place in the restaurant that fit us well. We ordered the veggie spring roll, tofu soup, beef pad thai and tom yum. The veggie spring roll tasted fresh and the sauce added a nice layer of flavor. Off the bat, the portion sizes for the tom yum and pad thai were VERY generous (from my experiences with Thai restaurants). The pad thai stood out and was absolutely delicious! The service did great with helping us out and attending to our requests. The ambiance was relaxed, and where we sat in the back was cool because there was upbeat music playing loud enough to muffle the surrounding sounds but still soft enough to have conversation at our table without needing to raise our voice. Overall, I'm glad I gave S T Noodle Bar a try! I'd recommend it!

We have been to the original location before, so I knew it would be good, but this was our first…read moretime to the one in Long Beach. There are a couple of other eateries next to it, with a shared communal outdoor dining space in the middle. You can't skip on their spam brulee musubi when you eat here! But our favorite from the menu has to be the kimchi honey butter chicken. It's so tender and has just the right amount of spice. You can get it in a plate or in a sandwich. Both are good, but I actually prefer the plate so you can enjoy it with the rice and macaroni salad, and not quite as messy. This is a great fast casual option - I recommend grabbing to go and taking a short drive to enjoy it on the beach!

Kimchi butter for the win!…read more It was my first time ever to try Shootz and I am now a big fan of Kimchi butter. This spot is known as the "original home of kimchi butter" and after you try at least one of their items with it, you will know why it is so amazing. I got to try several different dishes here and I loved each one! I first tried their Mixed Plate. You can choose the Mixed Plate to be regular or spicy. I chose mine as the regular version. It comes with kimchi butter katsu chicken and kimchi butter katsu shrimp, two scoops of steamed rice and one scoop of Mac salad. The kimchi butter katsu chicken was my favorite. The katsu chicken was perfectly crisp outside and juicy inside. Both the chicken and shrimp were smothered in the famous kimchi butter, which made the mains so savory and rich. I also really loved the Mac salad. It was so creamy and comforting. Equal in deliciousness was the Hot Kimchi Butter Katsu Chicken Sandwich. The same tasty and crispy katsu chicken was topped with Mac salad, creamy Kimchi aioli and brûlée brown sugar and placed in between two Hawaiian buns. So ono! This is now on the list of some of the best chicken sandwiches I've ever had. I also tried their Spam Brûlée Musubi. This is a spam musubi drizzled with kimchi aioli and brûlée brown sugar. It was umami packed and seriously addicting. Alongside all the savory food, I got a refreshing Strawberry Pineapple Lemonade. It was the perfect pair to all the delicious food. Last but not least, I had to try their ube beignets. I love both ube and beignets and so this dessert was a true dream come true. It was so airy, pillowy and sweet. Oh Shootz! I am a fan! This spot is amazing. One thing to note is that this spot is located at the Uptown Commons in Long Beach. The seating is all located outside so all the food is takeout. Also one other thing to note is parking can be a bit tough. It's totally worth a visit though.

I really liked this place as they cook your order fresh! You order up front and find a table. It's…read morenot a large space but they have seatings inside and outside. Prices are very friendly and they have utensils out front so it's easy access. We got shrimp garlic noodle, pork sandwich, and wings. They came with sauces and were all very delicious. I would definitely come and try again!

If you're looking for flavorful, hot, and satisfying food--especially late at night--Nguyen's…read moreKitchen is the place to be. This is my go-to spot after hanging out with friends or family. They're open until 2 AM, which makes it perfect for those late-night cravings. The moment you walk in, you're hit with the smell of savory spices that instantly make your stomach growl. The food is always made fresh, and you can taste the quality in every bite. On top of that, the prices are super reasonable, which makes it even better. If you get the chance, definitely swing by--you won't regret it. This spot is truly one of the hidden gems of Carson.

If you are a fan of delicious food, packed with flavor, then I suggest coming in!…read moreI love KBBQ and am so glad this joint opened up. Its so heartwarming to see two sisters open up a shop and create delicous culinary meals, sharing their culture and love for food with the rest of us. I am grateful I was introduced to this restaurant by a friend because I now have a solid go-to joint whenever I'm hungry. The parking is tight, but you can get lucky. I ordered the two meat combo plate and it was incredible. I ordered the beef bulgogi and fried chicken, so bomb!! It comes with my choice of purple rice, then some other fixings like radish and Kimchi. Amazing. High recommend!

Came here a few times while I was in the area for a quick relatively healthy bite…read more I'm not usually a fan of kimbap but theirs is pretty tasty. Price is affordable, staff is nice, place is pretty small so it's for to-go purchases only. Whenever I'm in the area I like to check if they have anything available at the end of day to pick up.

This is an amazing Vietnamese little restaurant. We ordered the spring rolls with a generous amount…read moreof peanut sauce and the chicken thigh Bahn Mi. The service was quick and friendly, combined with a cute atmosphere that makes you want to come back again! Super yummy! 10/10 cannot wait to try the rest of the menu!

Stopped in solo on a quiet day a few weeks ago and immediately got the sense this is a food-first…read morespot. Ordering is entirely kiosk-based and there's little to no front-of-house presence, so if you're expecting traditional service, this isn't that kind of place. That said, the food is doing a lot of heavy lifting here and it delivers. The garlic noodles with crispy pork were deeply savory and perfectly cooked without being greasy. I also had a Thai tea that was balanced and not overly sweet, which I appreciated. Today, on recommendation, I followed it up with their filet mignon noodle dish, which was the standout. Tender steak, rich flavor, and a comforting bowl overall that easily justifies coming back. The space itself is quiet and minimal, almost cold in tone, and feels more like a hidden neighborhood spot than a full-service restaurant. Great for dining solo or when you want a low-key meal with strong flavors. Solid food, clear concept, and a place I'd return to, just with adjusted expectations around service.

So sad this place is gone. Now it's some tacky, low energy restaurant. Really sad!!!…read more The new place had dull vibes walking in, felt like a cafeteria with mismatched plastic water bottles and pre-packaged lassi...it felt like a knock off Yantra...clearly riding off the prestige on Google and Yelp! Most importantly the menu and people trying to wait on us had next to nil for people skills. Even after pointing out what I wanted they still selected the wrong things... Wife and I spent about a year visiting artesia to get wedding garments for us and our respective wedding parties...and this was always our first stop! Shout out to the Yantra owner, Raj, and the hostess who always worked with Raj! Again, so sad to see it go...after becoming regulars...

PRETTY AMAZING FOOD. NGL... SOLID 5 STARS…read more EVERY Curry dish was EXCELLENT. Chicken, cheese, lamb All Good. Daal super delicious. Naan bread and Naan with cheese, very solid. Fried cauliflower was great. Puff pastry wasn't all that... Is what it is. ICED COFFEE was hella good Sweet dipping sauce is great Green veggie herb dipping sauce was great. SERVICE EXCELLENT.

The food was fresh and the customer service was 10/10. Favorite Nguyen's Kitchen Location…read more Business was also extremely clean.

I've been here twice and I'm definitely a fan! First time I went, I had the Grilled Pork Rice Bowl…read morewith an added egg and I had a bite of the Grilled Pork Sandwich... both were delicious! My second visit I had Garlic Noodles w/ Bulgogi. This dish was fine. A tad more filling than the rice bowl I had my previous visit but I definitely prefer the bowl and as far as protein choices go, I think the pork is much better. Employees here are super friendly and food comes out a lot faster than I thought it would. The inside gives me modern coffee shop vibes and is very clean and comfortable inside. There's also outdoor seating and although there's not much of a view outside of ample parking, I appreciate that I have a choice and prefer eating outside. I definitely see myself returning and look forward to trying the shrimp and chicken for my protein!

We are here for this giant katsu!!!!…read more Well yeah... it's bigger than my face and probably double the size of my hand!! Still perfectly crispy on the outside and super juicy inside ‍ Also ordered the corn cheese And yup... it was HUGE too! But... more cheese!!! The bulgogi cheese fries though Their food is the ultimate combo to pair with beer We also didn't forget the signature tteokbokki ‍ Plus, they have buy 1 get 1 beer or soju during happy hour Ig: socalhkfoodies

Okay service is great. It's the first time I've been to a restaurant where I don't need to ask for…read morerefills of water because the lady kept replacing our carafe! Thank you for that! It "looks like a typical burger joint inside with Booths. There's a side door for to go orders. Food service was quick and the portions are big. For their price, I would hope so. We ordered the following: Bulgolgi Fries Garlic Steak Noodle Egg Cheese corn Ranking in best to so-so, I'd have to say is the steamed egg. Yes, I was surprised too. I thought the Bulgolgi fries would be number one. Sadly it's not. If you mess up steamed egg, ima gonna say no to the rest of your menu. I would order two next time and just stick to that. The cheese corn was okay, but compared to PaDak and other local Korean spot I say skip this. The cheese tasted weird to me and I did t like that it was also a kraft American cheese. As a cheese lover, I only expect that square cheese to be on a burger or cheese melt. The Bulgolgi Fries could serve 3 people. But it was drenched with sauce, and spicy sauce. Not enough Bulgolgi to pay $20. The cut of fries were this nd tasted like sweet potato. It just didn't fit my taste buds. The Garlic noodle okay. That's Al I have to say about that. I'm glad I finally tried this place, but I don't know if I would come back for anything on their menu. I would rather go next door or across the street.

Satisfying to the eyes and to your taste buds. A well decor, tasteful, jazz, music playing, quality…read moreof food you can taste and be in good coma for. Staff genuinely cares about your opinion of the gourmet they have served and are so homely and welcoming. I must go for foodies in this neighborhood

Small place in a strip mall. We went on a Sunday night and it was very crowded. Our server was very…read morefriendly however the service was very slow. They seemed overwhelmed. The food was very tasty with robust flavors. We shared the crab cakes which had a really nice texture and a real crab flavor. My wife had the Loco Moco which has a really savory gravy and I had the wet burrito and I loved the spicy red sauce, it was delicious!