Kimbap Paradise (Torrance) in Torrance

Review №1

2023-10-08 07:59:18

Love this restaurant. The wait time was supposed to be 20+ minutes but I feel like I got it in less time. Its nice to see everyone working at a tolerable speed where I dont think theyre stressed out and orders arent taking more than 20 mins. My experience with Kimbap at other restaurants is they take more than 30 mins because theyre also dealing with online orders, phone orders and in house orders. But I believe everyone at this restaurant was doing that but still making good time management without sacrificing the quality and presentation of the food. I had an order of beef kimbap and an order of spam Kimbap. Im looking forward to trying out more of the menu here when Im in the area.

Review №2

2023-11-04 22:07:38

AVOIDThe kimbap was okay with a lot of crunchy carrots- maybe too many. The area around the register was cluttered and there was even a tacky sign telling to go customers to wait outside which I thought was extremely unwelcoming. I also observed the cashier eating in the food prep area and then placing orders into bags along with napkins and chopsticks. She did this with food all over her hands (no gloves) and without concern for proper food handling.AVOID

Review №3

2023-04-01 21:30:46

This strip mall restaurant has a small seating area and does a lot of take-out. It was clean with a small bathroom down a short hallway towards the back of the premises.I am just starting to learn about Korean food after watching a lot of Kdramas. I visited twice in 2 days, first having the pork bulgogi and the following day having the beef bulgogi. The food was solid but not as prepared as I expected. I really love beef bulgogi.Some of the food didnt work for me. I just prefer the flavors of sushi, not kimbap. I liked the bulgogi - I tried both beef and pork - but it is not the incredible beef bulgogi flavors I expected, nor as I remember from other restaurants. The bulgogi here has many vegetables. The beef bulgogi did not have the thick dark sauce it usually has. I havent had pork bulgogi before. My bulgogi dishes were tasty, but not the incredible taste that I associate with beef bulgogi. I would go back and try more - like the japchae - but I am not often in Torrance. I moved to Long Beach near the airport and CSULB and need to check out Korean restaurants where I live

Review №4

2023-09-29 19:59:01

Good food. No complains.Look for spicy! It might be a bit much for some. I loved it though

Review №5

2022-05-22 21:17:34

If you are from South Korea and wanting to eat kimbap paradise, thinking that it’s the same as ones in Korea, don’t be alarmed that price is much higher in the US.BUT, Kimbap Paradise food quality does indeed surpass ones in Korea. I sometimes think that there is no other 분식 restaurant quite like this.I truly recommend this combo: tteokbokki, tuna kimbap, and squid tempura. I didn’t expect much of squid tempura but I had it this time and HOLY SNAP it is good!!!! The batter is literally matching and more of fish n chips.I don’t know how they do this but kimbap and how they rolled is a pure definition of kimbap. Looks alway perfect.MUST TRY HERE!!!

Review №6

2018-07-31 15:47:28

The only reason this place does not get five stars is because there were no complimentary side dishes that I am accustomed to getting in Korean places. Not a deal breaker, but still noticeable.The place is small and inviting. The service was quick. We didnt have to wait long for our food to come out. The portions were generous and the taste was fantastic! Im a big fan of kimchi and the kimchi there was just amazing! It was sour and spicy, but not enough to overpower everything else on the plate.Definitely a place Id recommend!

Review №7

2017-06-07 04:01:00

I love this place! Great price and generous quantities. Everything is so flavorful! From the kimbap to the spicy seafood noodle soup to the steamed chives pork belly. Service is quick and efficient which makes it perfect for takeout orders and they have the BEST kimchi!

Review №8

2019-09-26 06:05:40

One of my favorite casual eateries to go for quick and flavorful Korean food.I’ve tried most of the menu items over the last year and can say they do many dishes well.- Their kimbap is seriously the best; it’s packed with veggies and protein unlike other places that fill you up on rice.-Kimchi fried rice is fantastic. Lots of flavor, very cheesy, and the egg on top adds silliness to round out each bite- fried chicken is consistently good and comes with cabbage salad- I usually go for the clam soup or the kimchi soup. Or army stew if you want something more spicy and flavorful.- Squid tempura is done well, big cuts of tentacles in a seasoned batter.- BUT...pass on the bossam, they’re better at the quick snack dishes and bossam is difficult to get right.The owners are so sweet and friendly and they’ll remember you if you come back! Service is attentive and very quick.

Review №9

2021-12-25 06:26:23

First timer here. I got the Paradise Cheese Ddeokbokgi. Mouthful of textures and flavors!! It was soo spicy and cheesy, just how I like it. Has sausages, rice cake, fish cakes, mozzarella cheese & bean sprouts. Must try if your looking for something new to eat.

Review №10

2023-09-01 20:03:08

명품비빔밥(Good Bibimbop)!! delicious and healthy food