“buenísimo y mui sano todo rico“
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“We had a 9PM, Sunday reservation at Sora Craft Kitchen, and when we first pulled up, we genuinely thought we were at the wrong place. The surrounding area is very dark and industrial at night, there were barely any cars around, and from the outside you would never expect what’s waiting for you inside.
The second we walked in, it was a completely different atmosphere. It was quiet and super ambient. One thing that immediately surprised me was that it didn’t smell like at all. We were greeted by the chef himself, and seeing him prepare everything right in front of us made the experience even more special. He was essentially running the kitchen himself, yet every dish came out surprisingly fast, fresh, and beautifully prepared.
We started with the Dry-Aged Tenderloin Shish Kebab, and that alone immediately set the tone for dinner. The beef was incredibly flavorful and tender.
Then the chef brought out the Mastabe and PLEASE!! If you come here, ORDER THIS. It ended up becoming the staple of our entire dinner. It’s this creamy house-made yogurt, we literally started adding it to EVERYTHING. The garlicky, creamy freshness somehow complemented every meat and every dish without overpowering anything.
Next came the Siverek Tava, and this one completely blew me away. The combination of ground beef, tomato, and roasted eggplant was incredible. My boyfriend HATES eggplant. Like, refuses to order anything with eggplant level of hate. Even he was shocked at how good it was and how perfectly the eggplant worked with the beef. Huge props to the chef because changing someone's mind about an ingredient they swear they hate says a lot.
The Grilled Branzino came next and was a perfect change of pace. Simple, fresh, perfectly grilled, and topped with vegetables. After all the richer flavors, the fish felt light and refreshing while still having plenty of flavor.
Then we had the Icli Kofte, which might have been one of the biggest surprises of the night. I wasn't expecting such an explosion of flavor from this dish.
Our last savory dish was the Garlic-Spiced Kebab. At this point I was so full and genuinely thought there was no way I was going to finish another dish... and then I kept eating it. It was smoky, garlicky, juicy, and so flavorful that I literally couldn't stop.
And somehow we still made room for dessert.
We finished with the Cheese Halva with Yuzu–Black Sesame Ice Cream, and it was the PERFECT ending. The warm cheese halva practically melted in our mouths. While the ice cream had this refreshing flavor that reminded us of mint and pistachio. The pistachio pieces underneath added the perfect crunch and texture to balance everything out.
What impressed me most about Sora wasn't just one specific dish. It was how thoughtfully everything paired together. Every dish tasted completely different. Nothing felt generic or like something you could order at any other restaurant. You can genuinely taste the freshness and the amount of thought the chef puts into the flavors, textures, and pairings.
Don't let the location fool you. Once you walk through those doors, it's this little hidden gem where the food completely speaks for itself.
Mastabe is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Order it and put it on everything.
Such an amazing dinner and the perfect way to end our day. We left ridiculously full and already talking about coming back. Easily one of the best meals we've had so far.“
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“Amazing food. Plate licking sauces, organic,locally sourced food. Korean fusion. Did I mention organic pickled everything. Enzyme rich food. Beyond healthy. Humble little hope in the wall run by a husband and wife team. Dude went to Korea to study with the most famous vegan nun chef in Korea. A must go to for anyone who loves food and especially loves fusion with organic and very well priced. He should charge Much more but they don’t.“
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“Good food big portions. Fast service.“
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“One of the best restaurants in Long Beach for Peruvian, style, seafood, ceviche, and Sushi. Family owned and operated with a friendly vibe and amazing service.“
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“I really want to give it five stars and I may come again in the future. The food is great, to be honest, the pork shoulder and mushroom rice is enough.“
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“Wonderful location. I always feel so welcomed and appreciated every time I enter. They always take good care of me and my bf always really sweet and caring. The food is always fresh and made to perfection. I’ve been here numerous of times and will always chose to go here all thanks to the amazing staff.“
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“Excellent service, great food, too bad there wasn't extra room in the parking area.😊😊“
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“Coconut beef adobo and cornbread bibingka are outstanding!“
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“The food is an upgrade from Ono Hawaiian BBQ. Treat yourself American! Shootz!“
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“Bento boxes are of great quality here. The attention to detail of this curated meal definitely lets your eyes feast first. All the little sides taste amazing, especially the candied sweet potatoes. The vegetables alternate between sweet and salty to balance out the meal. The Scottish salmon and mackerel are cooked to perfection. The little yolk in the rice also adds a nice touch to mix in and eat.“
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“amazing food and good for family“
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“I had a great time over there. Delicious food 🥘“
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“Delicious food. Fast service. Get here early to avoid a long line.“
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“We ordered the pork chop rice (豬排飯), beef noodle soup (牛肉麵), house cold noodles (雞絲涼麵), and popcorn chicken (鹽酥雞). The portions were massive, and everything tasted completely authentic to me. My absolute favorite was the pork chop rice, especially because it came topped with that savory minced pork belly. The service was fantastic, and the restaurant is incredibly clean and family-friendly.“
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“Alejandra was my waitress Omg everything on time made suggestive items on the items beautiful popping personality great smile she has excellent skills on public relations and pretty smile. very helpful in my time i dined in the restaurant! Great job keeping being an example to your peers!!“
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“i absolutely love this place. The owners are super sweet and the food is DDDEEELLISSHH!“
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“Myself,& two dear friends,(ex coworkers), had lunch there today. Not only was the food absolutely SCRUMPTIOUS! Everything we had was very appealing to the eyes 👀. We each hsd the opportunity to taste three different dishes.Wet Burrito, Avo Burger,& fries, & I think it was the loco moco bowl. Plus Beignets. We are definitely returning soon to enjoy more delicious & delightful dishes!“
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“They have the best rolls! Very reasonable price. We eat here & to go very often“
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“Excellent Filipino fusion food.“
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“Had a great meal here before a show at the Paramount. My husband had fajitas and I had the potato dish with added rosemary potatoes 🤩. I couldn’t finish mine - very filling but absolutely delicious. The proprietor is welcoming and helpful. We will definitely return and I will make more sensible choices!“
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“Food was fresh and delicious! It was very filling and not heavy. I appreciate the portions and presentation. The ladies were very kind and I appreciate the system of checking off everything you want. We took our own drinks and no issues there. Restaurant is on the smaller side (not many tables) but great if it's slow and/or if you want to pick up and eat at home or at a park. A little pricey but worth it!“
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“I’ve been coming to Utsav Indian Cuisine for a while now, and I just can’t stop coming back. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious. The staff is warm and welcoming, making every visit feel comfortable. It’s one of those places you can always count on for a great meal. Highly recommended!“
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“I don’t even know where to begin.
I was craving Korean food—specifically bulgogi and vegetables—and this place came up as a Top Eats recommendation with outstanding reviews. I took a chance… and wow, am I glad I did.
This is some of the best Korean food I’ve had. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, perfectly seasoned, and clearly made with care.
I ordered delivery, and even that was flawless. Everything was packaged thoughtfully, nothing spilled (including two drinks!), and every item that was supposed to be crispy actually stayed crispy. That’s rare.
The bulgogi is outstanding. Pair it with the glass noodles or the rice—or do what I did and get both. The house-made kimchi is absolutely delicious, and I took a gamble on ordering an entire bottle of their spicy mayo. Big mistake… because now I wish I’d ordered two.
The eggplant with crispy tofu and vegetables was another standout—savory, satisfying, and absolutely delicious, especially paired with that spicy mayo. The tofu stayed perfectly crisp, which made it even more impressive for delivery.
And then there’s the butterfly peach tea. I don’t know what kind of magic is in that drink, but it completely blew me away. Fresh, balanced, and easily one of the best teas I’ve ever had.
The bulgogi sandwich was rich, indulgent, and somehow still perfectly balanced. Every bite of everything I ordered made me think, “These people really know what they’re doing.”
In fact, I called the restaurant after my meal just to tell them how incredible everything was and to make sure the chef and the team heard how impressed I was. They were just as kind over the phone as their food was exceptional.
The portions are generous, the prices are more than fair, and every dollar felt well spent. Eating out isn’t cheap these days, but this is exactly the kind of place that’s worth it.
I genuinely can’t believe I didn’t know about this restaurant sooner, but I’m so glad I found it. I’ll absolutely be visiting in person because I want to thank the team myself.
10/10. One of those rare meals that exceeds every expectation. I can’t wait to work my way through the rest of the menu.“
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“Good quality of meat. Very nice service. You could enjoy little desert afterward“
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“Muy bueno!! la Nina fue muy linda. Se llama mayra muchas gracias!!! ☺️☺️☺️“
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“Friendly customer service“
“Burd Chicken and Rice completely blew me away. The chicken is cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and packed with incredible seasoning—and the seasoned rice is the ultimate base. Every component is bursting with flavor, from the house sauces to the fresh sides, creating the perfect comfort meal.
The portions are generous, the food comes out piping hot, and the service is fast and friendly. If you’re craving top-tier chicken and rice, this spot easily sets the gold standard. I will definitely be a regular here.“
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“My Favorite Spot!!! Food and Bakery are Onolicious!“
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“Stopped by for brunch and really enjoyed the experience. The atmosphere is stylish, cozy, and perfect for a relaxed meal with friends or a casual date. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can tell they put effort into both the quality and presentation of each dish.
The staff was friendly and welcoming throughout our visit. Overall, it’s a great spot if you’re looking for a modern Asian fusion brunch in LA. I’d definitely come back to try more of the menu!“
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“The woman that took my order, I should have got her name, was very kind, helpful and informative. I will definitely be back again.“
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“This is hands down the BEST poke spot in Gardena! The owner is so sweet and welcoming, and the combination of fresh toppings and delicious flavors is amazing. I especially love all the flavor options they have you can really customize your bowl exactly how you like it.
You HAVE to try this place! 💕“
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“muuuuy rico todo .. ......“
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“Great rolls. Big selection.... fresh.“
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“Wow- pure fire here - best house hot sauce ever- mix between a Mexican salsa n Tabasco 🔥🔥 very tasty- well the other bestest item were the beef noodles!! Thick noodles!! 🫶🏻“
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“This place is small and tuck away in a shopping corner, but the services was the best, seen like a great mom and pop place. Forgot what I order but it was all delicious, when with a group of 4 and we family style the meal, best way to try all the amazing dishes.“
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“I got the chicken and beef plate. I waited for about 5 minutes and was pleasantly surprised by the portion size when it came out. Everything was fresh and tasted great! Definitely one of the best budget friendly Asian fusion spots I’ve been to. Worth its money big time!“
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“This place is GREAT! Went yesterday with my dad for the first time and I fell in LOVE ! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! I got the steak bowl with the veggies and it was DELICIOUS 😋 a MUST try if you haven't ill be coming to this place alot more often!“
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“I've been here a few times over the last couple of months, and it's been consistently great. It gets busy - come early during weekend!“
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“KiNG-SHiET! 👑 FRFR I felt like a BigDawg eatin huRR yo!
GiANT BiGBONE BiGBACK PHO = BUSSiN 🔥
DiM SUM SHU-MAi’ & SKRiMP = BUSSiN 🔥
LiL’AZZ RiCE BOWL side & PEPSi 👌🏽
Delicious TASTES all around seriously 💯
AMAZiNG Service with ‘ALBERT’ even hooked me up with sum DUMDUMz fo my LonGazz Drive! 🫶🏽❤️🔥
Definitely FiNNa Be BacK!!!! TONS of Asian ViBEz!
Annnnd LOBSTER 🦞 too!?!? DZzzzaaaM!!!! 🤯
This place a smooTH lil GEM 💎 😶🌫️
Fair Prices to QUALiTy RaTio! Worth every Penny.
I hope 🙏🏽 ya’ll experience is just as GOOD as MiNez“
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“Great atmosphere, comfortable, drinks are AMAZING!!! Staff are attentive, and courteous. Definitely will be returning!“
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“Tasty Food, Friendly Staff, Dog 🐶 Friendly, Comfortable Dining, 💯“
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“My mom and I always love to try Vietnamese places in different states and this one hit the spot. We ordered the pork rice plate and the beef vermicelli bowl. Both were very delicious and the portions were huge. It was also very reasonably priced! Additionally there was surprisingly not many people inside the restaurant, definitely a hidden gem.“
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“The food is delicious!!! The broth for the beef ramen is so flavorful and the gyoza are perfectly cooked! The drinks and water are refreshing. The service is great! Very kind and polite. As a anime watcher, I love the atmosphere, the lights and anime posters with the music make it very enjoyable to be there.“
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“The staff are friendly. We enjoyed the Kitchen boat. The garlic fried rice with chicken was very good and tasted similar to hibachi fried rice. Brought my young nephews and they enjoyed the beef and chicken teriyaki. Will definitely come again and will try other sushi and noodles dishes.“
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“The chipotle of asian food“
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“Absolutely delicious! The handmade noodles were fresh, perfectly chewy, and full of flavor. You can really taste the difference when noodles are made fresh by hand. Everything tasted authentic and comforting. Definitely one of the best handmade noodle spots I've tried. I'll absolutely be coming back!“
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“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Akai Asian: A Must-Try 5-Star Experience!
[Disclaimer: This review is brought to you by a self-made professional food critic reviewer!]
From the moment I stepped into Akai Asian, I knew I was in for a treat. The warm, inviting ambiance and the sight of happy, cordial diners immediately set a fantastic mood. I felt genuinely welcomed by the staff, who guided me through their extensive menu—and wow, was I blown away by the selection!
For my first visit, I ordered the Chicken Bento Box, and it was easily a 5-star dish. It was a well-balanced masterpiece!
The box featured a delightful salad with corn, which was perfectly topped with a nice sesame seed oil dressing—it was incredibly savory and very tasty. It also included four delicious California rolls. Alongside these were some fried veggies and fried shrimp. They were very pleasant; not overwhelmingly greasy or heavy, but perfectly fried right to the bite. Lastly, the star was the delicious chicken served on top of fresh veggies and rice. Everything was perfectly prepared, showcasing the high quality and fresh flavors of Asian cuisine.
Akai Asian is a delightful setting with stellar service and truly exceptional food. I highly recommend it!“
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“Delicious food . Not a long wait. I will return 🤗“
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“So obviously I saw a Tik Tok about this place a decided to make the trip! First of all you can literally smell how good it is from outside right off the bat! You go in and the staff and ambiance is so great! You truly feel at home and you honestly feel the community. Menu is pretty good with what they offer and that day I decided to get the half steak half chicken fries. No disappointment whatsoever! Price is more than fair for how great this was! I have a preference of steak so naturally I just loved steak more but the chicken was delicious! Cooked and seasoned well! Not overly sweet or salty and it complimented the fries well! Coming here from now on for my cheat days! 10/10 worth every single penny!“