Los Angeles, CA Restaurants

Hometown Buffet. Sometimes you just need to dine at a recognizable favorite when you’re out of town. Count on Hometown Buffet for value and big portions. 1230-38 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Gardena, CA.

Burnt Tortilla. This popular Los Angeles restaurant offers some of the best Mexican food around and remains a family favorite. 1427 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Gardena, CA.  [Top]

Chop Chop Kitchen. Pick up outstanding and cheap Chinese take-out at this local Gardena favorite. 15322 S Normandie Ave, Gardena, CA.

California Fish Grill. At this local hideaway, you’ll have a hard time choosing: Fish Tacos, Fish Burrito Wraps, Mahi Mahi, Ahi Tuna, Salmon, Swordfish and other daily fresh fish. Plus you can decide whether to go grilled or fried. 1425 W Artesia Blvd, #9, Gardena, CA.   [Top]

Denny’s. If you’re craving a Grand Slam or a late-night snack during your Los Angeles getaway, this familiar family comfort restaurant is close by. 18620 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA.

Marie Callender. This Southern California restaurant has become an institution since it was founded in Orange County in the 1940s. Originally the pies were the big draw. They still come for the pies (some 31 daily choices), but today there are restaurants in 10 states and all across southern California, and the menu has expanded to include such family friendly choices such as chicken pot pie and pot roast. 15466 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA.  [Top]

Harry`s Aloha Chop Suey. This hole-in-the-wall Hawaiian restaurant in Gardena is small, just 6 tables, but it has some of the best saimin in the city and the food is a bargain. 1721 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Gardena, CA.

Rascal`s Teriyaki Grill. This family-run restaurant, with locations in Long Beach, Torrance and the original Gardena restaurant, is known for its homemade teriyaki sauce, which you can get on everything from burgers to salmon. Or try the popular Chinese Chicken Salad with homemade teriyaki dressing, lettuce, shredded chicken breast, toasted almonds, chopped green onions and cucumbers. It comes as a side or on its own. 5111 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA; 15482 South Western Ave, Gardena, CA; or 1760 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA.

Lomeli`s Italian Restaurant You’ll get big portions and a free glass of wine when you order the complete dinners at this retro Italian hideaway. Choices range from five different types of lasagna to meatball and sausage casseroles. Or try creating your own combination with the variety of pastas and sauces. 2223 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Gardena, CA.  [Top]