The Neon Sun

4.8 (18)

$30 and under

Seafood

524 W 9th St, San Pedro, CA 90731

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The Neon Sun

4.8

$30 and under

Seafood

San Pedro

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem

Our mission is to be like the sun - to enlighten your palette, restore your body, and with each rising day, offer you new experiences. Merging global flavors with artisanal tapas-style dining. We strive to create an inclusive, vibrant atmosphere. We want to redefine what it means to be a restaurant.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 872-3616
Website
https://theneonsun.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
524 W 9th St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Neighborhood
San Pedro
Parking details
None

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Reviews

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4.8

(18)

5.0Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.9Value

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The Neon Sun is a standout neighborhood gem known for its "fantastic" food and "eclectic ambiance." Owner Satori and Chef Alex create a warm, family atmosphere with "yummy creative food" and personal service. Highly recommended for intimate gatherings, it offers an "amazing" dining experience that's like dining at a friend's home.

18 Reviews

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Linda Gold
Los Angeles27 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Cute restaurant with unique dishes that change seasonally. The burrata and the Ube cheesecake were standouts. Such a pretty presentation of the cucumber carpaccio with nice crisp cucumber. Can’t wait for the new menu launch, which was supposed to start November 1!
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Allyson Gold
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 22, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the most fabulous time at Neon Sun!! What a great little neighborhood gem! The food was outstanding and Satori (owner) was the best! She was so energetic and stoked on life. You know a place is legit when the owner is serving tables too, like a real boss!! Atmosphere was cozy and felt like home away from home. Can’t wait to come back and bring all our friends!
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Gale
Los Angeles9 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Neon Sun has quickly become our favorite neighborhood ‘go-to’ place. Satori and Chef Alex never disappoint with yummy creative food, eclectic ambiance and a family feel. We have brought groups from 4-14 diners and each experience has been wonderful. Dining at The Neon Sun is just like being in a friend’s home for dinner.
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Eric Gold
Phoenix95 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An amazing place that so exceeded our expectations. Its's unique, it's funky and it's a hidden gem. The servers are phenomenal and made us feel incredibly welcome. The food was delicious- every single thing we ordered was better than expected. Run to this place before people find out about it!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 9, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my 3rd time going and as always the food is fantastic.
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Christina
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on September 26, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My experience at this family owned casual restaurant was amazing. Small bites were delicious to match the music and quaint ambiance of art and hospitality. From appetizer to dessert, I was very satisfied.
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Joanna Gold
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed Neon Sun! Satori (owner) greeted us warmly and knew who we were since we’d made a reservation (highly recommend - also since it’s a small place they can plan better with reservations). Four of us tried 6 or 7 dishes, plus the 2 desserts. Standouts to me were the cauliflower tacos, shabu shabu dip (French dip style sandwich), fresh sashimi, pearled couscous with shrimp and asparagus, and ube cheesecake. Satori was gracious and attentive and we loved the whole experience!
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Jennifer
Orange County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 8, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very unique-food and atmosphere. Great place for an intimate gathering with friends!
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Antonio Jose Gold
Los Angeles120 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 8, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is prepared with intention, use a wide variety of spices and seasonings. Cooked perfectly! Topped with a beautiful Ube Cheesecake. Service is attentive and Cory the owner, gracious.
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Tom Gold
Los Angeles12 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the BEST TIME❣️ Perfect place for a fun Book Club field trip!! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING FLAVORS❣️ Such captivating & yummy & interesting food!! Everyone was a convert to the absolute wonderfulness of this restaurant❣️ Please do put Neon Sun on your very short list of FUN & FABULOUS places to dine❣️ Thank you so much, Tori & Alex❣️ Can’t wait to come back❣️
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 872-3616
Website
https://theneonsun.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
524 W 9th St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Neighborhood
San Pedro
Parking details
None

Featured in

June 2, 2025
Check Out Satori Aten’s Story
Satori Aten describes creating The Neon Sun as a food, art, and community space inspired by personal loss and resilience. The venue features handmade tableware, work by local artists, a daytime pop-up coffee shop, and gatherings for the creative community.
Published in Voyage LA Magazine

FAQs

Yes, guests praise The Neon Sun as a cozy, relaxed spot for dates, noting its warm, intimate atmosphere and thoughtful, shareable dishes.

The Neon Sun feels like a cozy, art-filled living room, eclectic, artsy decor, local artwork and hydroponic planters give it an intimate, relaxed vibe that guests describe as warm and welcoming.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished but comfortable attire rather than formalwear.

Yes, reviewers describe bringing the whole family and note a relaxed, homey vibe; one guest even saw a well-behaved child coloring while their parent worked, suggesting a welcoming atmosphere for families.

Sunday afternoons are a lovely choice, The Neon Sun is open 12:00 pm–7:00 pm and guests describe bright, welcoming late-Sunday visits.

The Neon Sun serves tapas-style, small plates designed for sharing, ideal for sampling several dishes with your table.

The Neon Sun is at its calmest near opening, several guests say a 5:00 PM reservation ("right when they open") left the restaurant largely to themselves, and Sunday afternoons also felt relaxed.

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The Neon Sun

4.8

$30 and under

Seafood

San Pedro

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

The Neon Sun

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