North Redondo Beach Favorites Worth Knowing
North Redondo Beach has no shortage of places to eat, grab a coffee, pick up dinner, or settle in for a drink. While the beach and Riviera Village often get plenty of attention, the streets farther inland are packed with longtime neighborhood favorites and newer spots worth knowing.
From old-school burger counters and family-run restaurants to Brazilian plates, handmade dumplings, naturally leavened bread, and craft beer, this part of Redondo Beach has a food scene all its own. Consider this your guide to some of the North Redondo Beach restaurants and local favorites worth adding to your list.
Brogino’s Italian Restaurant
A North Redondo institution since 1977, Brogino’s Italian Restaurant is the kind of neighborhood spot that has stuck around for good reason. The menu leans classic Italian, with favorites like lasagna, fettuccine Alfredo, salads, and fresh bread, along with a full bar and its famous martinis. The cozy, old-school atmosphere makes it a natural pick for a relaxed Italian dinner.
Havana Mania
For a taste of Cuba without leaving the South Bay, Havana Mania brings Cuban comfort food and a lively atmosphere to Inglewood Avenue. Expect hearty plates, roast pork, ropa vieja, plantains, rice and beans, plus pressed Cuban sandwiches and a rum-forward bar. It has been serving its take on homemade Cuban food in Redondo Beach for more than two decades.
El Amigo #3
When the craving is for a classic Mexican meal, El Amigo #3 is a North Redondo go-to. The menu covers all the essentials, from tacos, burritos, and tortas to enchiladas, fajitas, sopes, and combination plates served with rice and beans. It’s an easy choice when you want a filling, unfussy meal that feels right at home in the neighborhood.
The Empanada Shop
At The Empanada Shop, the humble empanada gets a Mexican-inspired makeover. The Redondo Beach shop serves a lineup that includes birria, chicken mole rojo, chicken ancho, picadillo beef, chorizo and potato, spinach and cheese, plus sweet options like Mexican chocolate and an apple pie churro empanada. It’s an especially good stop when you want something quick, portable, and a little different.
Snax
Snax Home of the Original Superburger is a true North Redondo classic, bringing together burgers, breakfast, sandwiches, and Mexican favorites under one roof. The menu ranges from Super Cheeseburgers and fries to breakfast burritos, huevos rancheros, tacos, burritos, and classic diner-style breakfasts. Basically, if your group can’t agree on what they’re hungry for, Snax has a pretty good chance of covering it.
Rods Charbroiler
Another longtime Artesia Boulevard favorite, Rods Charbroiler has been serving the community since 1974. Its menu goes beyond the classic charbroiled burger, with breakfast plates, sandwiches, burritos, salads, gyros, and plenty of burger combinations. The Deluxe Char Burger and Bacon Avocado Cheeseburger are just a couple of reasons this old-school spot continues to hold its own.
Lavender & Honey
Lavender & Honey brings its boutique coffee bar concept to North Redondo, pairing specialty coffee with an all-day lineup of deli sandwiches, artisan toast, salads, tea, lemonade, and cold brew. With its coffee-and-food combination, it’s an easy stop for a morning pick-me-up or a casual lunch break.
Mychal’s Cafe
Mychal’s Café is more than a neighborhood coffee and breakfast spot. The cafe is a social enterprise created by Mychal’s Learning Place, providing students with developmental disabilities meaningful job training and employment opportunities. Stop in for breakfast, lunch, coffee, smoothies, avocado toast, breakfast burritos, or one of the cafe’s popular paninis while supporting an important local mission.
Tommy & Atticus
If you’ve been looking for a reliable sourdough stop, Tommy & Atticus belongs on the list. The North Redondo bakery focuses on naturally leavened bread made with simple ingredients and wild sourdough starters, along with pastries, coffee, espresso, bagel sandwiches, seasonal sandwiches, and sourdough pizza. What began as a farmers market favorite has grown into a full neighborhood bakery on Aviation Boulevard.
Mickey’s Deli
A South Bay deli institution dating back to 1953, Mickey’s Deli now has a Redondo Beach location on Artesia Boulevard. It’s the place to keep in mind when you’re after a classic deli sandwich, a quick lunch, or an easy takeout option with plenty of local history behind it.
Pañelas Brazilian Cuisine
Pañelas Brazilian Cuisine brings hearty Brazilian cooking to North Redondo. The menu features traditional Brazilian plate-style meals, barbecue-inspired combinations, rice and beans, salads, fries, and Brazilian snacks like coxinha, along with sweets and desserts. It’s a great place to branch out from the usual South Bay lunch rotation and try something with Brazilian roots.
Rice Things
South Bay Rice Things has been part of the Redondo Beach food scene since 1995, when the Matsukuma family first established the restaurant. Today, the menu continues to focus on Japanese comfort food at approachable prices, with favorites including teriyaki chicken, teriyaki salmon, California rolls, sushi bowls, tempura, and more.
Juicy Dumpling Factory
For dumpling cravings, Juicy Dumpling Factory is one to keep on the radar. This North Redondo spot specializes in juicy soup dumplings, pan-fried dumplings, noodles, and shareable Chinese dishes, making it a solid option for everything from a casual lunch to a dinner where everyone orders something for the table.
Pho Hue Oi
Pho Hue Oi is the North Redondo answer when a steaming bowl of Vietnamese comfort food sounds like exactly what you need. The Vietnamese kitchen serves pho alongside other Vietnamese favorites, making it an easy neighborhood stop for a warm, flavorful meal.
Lobster Guys
For a seafood-heavy meal, Lobster Guys brings lobster rolls and other seafood favorites to Artesia Boulevard. The North Redondo location has free parking in the back, making it a convenient option when you’re craving something from the sea without heading all the way down to the waterfront.
Las Brisas
Las Brisas Restaurant is a longtime North Redondo neighborhood favorite on Artesia Boulevard, serving up classic Mexican comfort food in a casual, old-school setting. The menu features everything from crunchy tacos and enchiladas to chile rellenos, burritos, and hearty soups, making it an easy spot for a laid-back lunch or dinner.
Georgia’s Lounge
When it’s time to move from dinner to drinks, Georgia’s Lounge is one of North Redondo’s standout spots. The sleek neighborhood lounge serves creative cocktails, local beers, wine, and a menu of small bites ranging from fries and hummus to tacos, flatbreads, and burgers. The patio and laid-back lounge atmosphere make it a natural choice for happy hour or a night out.
TrustedGut
TrustedGut adds a craft beverage stop to the North Redondo lineup. The brewery makes its own beers as well as kombucha, with a casual brewpub atmosphere that includes games and plenty of space to hang out. It’s a good change of pace when you’re looking for something local, low-key, and a little different from the standard bar scene.
North Redondo Farmers Market
The Redondo Beach Farmers Market is worth adding to your weekly routine when you’re looking for fresh produce, flowers, specialty foods, and ready-to-eat bites. Located on Green Lane and Artesia, this market takes place every Wednesday from 2-7 pm, which gives you plenty of time to stop by after work!
Your North Redondo Food List Starts Here
One of the best things about North Redondo Beach is that you don’t have to stick to one type of food. You can grab a classic charbroiled burger, pick up naturally leavened sourdough, sit down to a Brazilian plate, order dumplings, meet friends for craft cocktails, or make a quick stop for coffee, sometimes all within a few blocks.
For South Bay locals, these are the kinds of neighborhood spots that make North Redondo worth exploring beyond the usual beach-day itinerary.
