10 Great Restaurants in the South Bay
August 20, 2016 8:43 am
When it comes to dining, you can find a myriad of topnotch options in the South Bay. From fine dining restaurants with breathtaking ocean views to cozy cafés to casual, family-friendly establishments – restaurants in the South Bay feature a diverse selection of culinary delights, perfect for all kinds of foodies.
If you’re looking for a great place for a romantic date, a family dinner, or just somewhere to hang out with your friends, here are ten excellent spots:
Chicken Maison
Chicken Maison is a top destination for plenty of diners looking to sample healthy, expertly prepared Mediterranean cuisine. From its humble beginnings as a family restaurant in Torrance, Chicken Maison has evolved into a first-class establishment that has won multiple awards, including Best Mediterranean Restaurant. They now have several locations including Rolling Hills Estates.
Oumi Sasaya
Sample authentic Japanese food at Oumi Sasaya, which is popular for their top-quality menu which includes excellent hot and cold udon noodle dishes, hot pots, and specialties like their seared scallops with wasabi. Oumi Sasaya is a very small restaurant, providing an intimate and quiet setting for diners.
Take a look at their entire menu here.
Manhattan Beach Post
Manhattan Beach Post (or M.B. Post) features a fantastic artisan menu served in tapas-style portions, perfect for sharing. The restaurant is the creation of Michelin-star chef David LeFevre. Dishes to try at M.B. Post include mouthwatering favorites such as the bacon cheddar buttermilk biscuits, truffle-laced honey fried chicken, and green chili and green beans with pork.
Take a look at their website here.
Bludso’s BBQ
Bludso’s BBQ brings the smoky, Texas-style BBQ flavor all the way to Southern California. Owned and run by Texan BBQ expert Kevin Bludso, Bludso’s BBQ serves a flavor-packed menu that includes Angus beef rib, brisket, and a variety of sandwiches.
Mama Says
Mama Says is a fast food style restaurant that serves delicious, healthy, low-calorie meals. Their menu includes salads, wraps, soups and pasta that all serve as excellent alternatives to regular calorie-rich fast food items.
Learn more about their offerings here.
The Standing Room
Craving for the best burgers in Redondo Beach? Head to The Standing Room, literally a hole-in-the-wall joint that serves tasty burgers, including the massive Napoleon – a burger with a half-pound patty with smoked Gouda, cheddar cheese, and a caramelized onions and spring mix.
See their entire menu and know how to find The Standing Room here.
Yellow Fever
Using the finest, freshest, healthiest ingredients, Yellow Fever brings Asian and American flavors together, serving great-tasting rice, noodle, and vegetable bowls. Yellow Fever serves their bowls with premium meat, hormone and antibiotic-free chicken, fresh vegetables, and homemade artisanal sauces.
King Mediterrano
King Mediterrano is popular for serving excellent-tasting, affordable Mediterranean cuisine. Their menu includes popular dishes like the shredded chicken bowl, falafel plate, steak wrap, and tornado potato. King Mediterrano is the perfect place to get either a quick snack or a healthy, satisfying meal.
Take a look at their Facebook page.
Aristo Café
One of the original restaurants in the area, Aristo Café is known for serving top-quality, fresh, authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a cozy, bistro setting. The restaurant has been open for 15 years, and has a huge number of loyal customers who come regularly to enjoy fantastic Lebanese and Greek dishes.
Berribliss Café
Satisfy your sweet tooth by visiting Beribliss Café, a wonderful place to enjoy desserts like frozen yogurt, crepes, shaved ice, and floats. Whether you’re looking for the perfect finale to a hearty meal or a place to enjoy a nice chat with your friends, Beribliss Café is the ideal location.
