Brian V.
9/9/2025
4++ this location is pretty much a fast casual satellite of their main restaurant and bakery also located not too far from here. I think they pretty much have most of the offerings that they have...
King's Hawaiian - The Local Place
$$
Closed
(1,293)
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18605 S Western Ave
Gardena, CA 90248
History
The King's Hawaiian tradition began in 1950, when founder Robert Taira opened his first bakery in Hilo, Hawaii. After several years of success, Robert moved to Honolulu and opened the city's first combination bakery & restaurant. Although the bakery & restaurant became extremely popular, it was Robert's recipe for a unique Portuguese sweet bread that received the most attention from residents and visitors alike. This came to be known as King's Hawaiian Bread. In 1988 our bakery & restaurant opened its doors in Torrance. Our restaurants unique offerings of both tropical and traditional cuisine and fresh baked goods combined to quickly make King's Hawaiian one of the South Bay's best restaurants. To meet demand, in 2002 we opened our second Torrance location, a quick-service bakery & cafe. We call it the Local Place. It quickly found a following and has been extremely successful. Mahalo nui loa.
Specialties
We specialize in fresh baked goods and Hawaiian food. You can see more at www.kingshawaiianrestaurants.com
Also at this address
Reviews
3.51,293 reviews
Craig Y.
7/14/2025
When I wrote my first review was over 10 years ago before I became Yelp Elite! It's time for me to write a better review. This place still rocks even after another decade. And while the menu...
Henry D.
7/10/2025
I last wrote a review over 12 years ago but I was there again before the pandemic and I didn't write an update. I like this location because it is right off the freeway and easier to get to than...
Cindy O.
7/3/2025
When we lived in SoBay, on of our regular spots for take out! Family dinners are also a hut with my family! I ordered online and it waa ready when I arrived to pick up. Easy process and online...
KayAnna S.
6/24/2025
My 5 star review could just be for their bakery alone! I love going to King's Hawaiian Bakery & Restaurant, but their bakery is always SO busy. I love that this location isn't too far away from...
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