Crema's Take
“This bowling alley café serves genuinely craveable comfort food—think garlic chicken, char siu pork, and fried rice portions generous enough to justify a special trip—at prices that feel like a steal. The crowd skews multigenerational regulars who've been coming since childhood, so you're walking into a place with real soul and consistently solid execution rather than trendy experimentation. Parking is tight and it's admittedly tucked into an unexpected corner, but that's part of what keeps it feeling like an actual neighborhood secret.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Tucked away in the corner of the Bowling Alley, is one of the best hidden gems for breakfast/lunch. Parking can be a little tight, but there's enough parking! We got in around 10am on a Saturday, and it was busy busy! That's always a good sign in my book! Service was super…
Great menu selection. Ordered the egg foo young g + Char siu pork, was 4/5 rating but willing to try other items on the menu
Gardena Bowl is a family favorite! I’ve been coming here since I was a kid, and it’s never lost its charm. The food is always amazing—comforting, flavorful, and consistently delicious. Their fried rice is top-notch, the oyako donburi and chicken katsu always hit the spot, and…
I promise this place is one of a kind! They are super sweet and kind! It takes me back in time for sure! I ordered their famous garlic chicken and fried rice with sausage. I loved both, but I think their fried rice with bacon is much better! Overall, my experience here surpassed…
Seriously the best food in Gardena. Garlic chicken plate with kimchi friend rice for the win! The rice is a massive size and the food is so fresh and tasty. I could eat this daily! Great price point and great food. Cool diner vibe and old school style. Love it!
Crema Reviews
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