Welcome to Ladybug Café
Ladybug Café in Gardena, CA offers a delightful Asian Fusion experience with a focus on Japanese cuisine. Providing a range of options from Saba shio to curry pork tonkatsu, each dish is crispy and flavorful. The ambiance is relaxed with a Hawaiian vibe, making it the perfect spot for a no-stress meal. Customers rave about the quality of ingredients, portion sizes, and friendly service, making Ladybug Café a must-visit for those craving delicious Hawaiian dishes. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty plate or a refreshing poke salad, Ladybug Café promises a taste of aloha in every bite.
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15926 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 9024715926 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90247 Hotline: (310) 515-2250
Welcome to Ladybug Café, a delightful gem nestled on South Western Avenue in Gardena, California. This charming establishment specializes in Asian fusion cuisine, with a particular emphasis on Japanese flavors, showcasing a menu that tantalizes the taste buds and evokes memories of island life. Formerly known as Bob's, Ladybug Café has transformed into a popular destination for those yearning for authentic Hawaiian and Japanese dishes.
As you step inside, the cozy ambiance wraps around you like a warm Hawaiian breeze, immediately transporting you to a place where relaxation reigns supreme. The decor echoes the vibrant spirit of the islands, while friendly staff members embody the essence of Ohana, making every visit feel like a family gathering.
Signature dishes are at the heart of Ladybug Café's menu. From the Ladybug Burrito to the crispy Curry Pork Tonkatsu, every dish is prepared with fresh, quality ingredients. Patrons rave about the Hawaiian French Toast, a perfect blend of sweetness and richness that transports diners to a Hawaiian breakfast table. Meanwhile, the Chicken Katsu Sandwich and Island Burger showcase the café’s knack for infusing traditional dishes with a unique twist.
Moreover, unique offerings like Saba Shio and Portuguese sausage with rice resonate deeply with customers, revealing a menu that both celebrates and honors Asian flavors. Guests like Nancy O. have noted the abundant portions and exquisite taste, often finding themselves lingering over meals for hours—just like one would on a lazy Saturday morning in Hawaii.
Not just a place for a casual bite, Ladybug Café also excels in catering, as highlighted by the glowing review from Risa Y. The care and attention to detail in every dish reflect a commitment to excellence, making it a preferred choice for celebrations.
Whether you're in the mood for a refreshing imported beer or a hearty breakfast, Ladybug Café stands out in Gardena’s culinary scene. Don't forget to try the cold saimin or the mouth-watering butterfish with chicken teriyaki, both highly recommended by satisfied customers. With a blend of quality food, a welcoming atmosphere, and superb service, it’s no wonder so many have made Ladybug Café their go-to dining spot.
So, come join the locals who have made this café a beloved treasure. Experience the fusion of Japanese and Hawaiian cuisine, and let your palate dance with joy at Ladybug Café.
Very happy to try a new place like Ladybug. Very interesting menu with items I like such as Saba shio, Portuguese sausage with eggs and rice, and Hawaiian French toast but you will see in the pictures that I chose curry pork tonkatsu with macaroni, rice, and red accent. So crispy. My friends chose other items that they felt was abundant and appealing. The ambiance was no rush, no stress Hawaiian vibe. Everyone was so nice. Nolan was our server who made sure that we got pictures. Everyone who arrived at 10:00 were there at 12:30 with no signs of leaving. It was like a lazy Saturday morning Used to be Bob's back in the day.
We loved it here so much we absolutely had to get my sister's birthday celebration catered from them! The quality of ingredients, the portion sizes, the delicious dishes and wonderful communication and service from Ladybug Cafe will get us coming back forever!!! Thank you to the amazing Pablo and Janet! Everyone enjoyed every dish!!! (I only got 1 picture but we also got Chicken salad, Edamade, chicken wings, Spare ribs, chicken teriyaki, Gyoza and of course white rice and Japanese rice made right!!)
Ladybug Cafe never disappoints, every meal is a delicious one. I have many favorites and enjoy them weekly. The staff are all very friendly and courteous, you can feel the Ohana flowing in this place from the decor, the staff and definitely the food. Ladybug Cafe is one of my weekly spots and never disappoints.
We were craving Hawaiian foods so we decided to give this place a try! Loved the interior design, it gave that nice Hawaiiany vibe! We Ordered the fried chicken plate and the cold saimen. They were both really good! Chicken was crispy and juicy and had good flavor! The saimen noodles were I think cooked a bit too much because they were a bit soggy. Staff were friendly. Can't wait to go back to try other things on the menu!
Recently went here with my girlfriend. Right off the bat, it reminds me of Honolulu, HI. Cozy, accommodating service, excellent ingredients and quality of food. I got the saimin (but didn't realize that I could've gotten spam saimin with it, DARN! Maybe next time I'm in Gardena). Gf got the butterfish with chicken teriyaki. Tuna roll was excellent as well. 10/10; both orders were so perfect. If I lived nearby, this would be a regular spot for me. Get this if you want some good Hawaiian food.
I've been here a few times. It was a recommendation from friends whose son works here. I usually get the Hawaiin fried chicken, but this time, I ordered a chicken teriyaki and beef kalbi plate. The food is always consistent and delicious. A little bit of that island style, yeah. The plates come with rice, mac salad, and crispy iceberg salad with their island dressing. The servers are always friendly and have the Aloha spirt. Thank you for the kinds *Ono grinds as always.
Everyone enjoyed everything we ordered. I think the plates are a popular item it comes with your choice of protein, rice, Mac salad, and fresh salad, it's a good overall dish. Chashu was tender. The poke salad was my favorite, comes with ginger and wasabi and the tuna was good. I saw a couple eating shaved ice but didn't notice it on the menu and not many pictures of it on Yelp maybe next time I'll try it out. Very busy on a Sunday afternoon.
For those seeking some Hawaiian home goodness this should be one of your spots. It's a "don't judge a book by its cover" sort of mom and pop place. Absolutely a hidden gem! Parking in the back is a quick turn up the driveway which can easily be missed. Walking in completely takes you back to Hawaii. The spirit of aloha vibes are going strong and then you try the food and it's blissful. As a local would say, "broke da mout" (delicious food) Plunging in, balancing a chopsticks full, in the mouth and then the head nod while all those flavors mix on your palate. Simply heaven. The menu has all of the craveable favorites. We tried bbq short ribs, saimin, chicken katsu, kalua pork, lau lau, and of course spam musubi. Everyone enjoyed their meals as a moment of silence fell over our table. Wonderful hometown service, such sweethearts! They've really captured a ray of sunshine from Hawaii. We were needing some comfort and found solace here. These dishes may just bring out the ratatouille memories for you as it did for me. Will definitely return for more.