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10 Japanese Cuisines should try in Los Angeles.

  • Omakase Bowl

Let’s see how people review this restaurant

"Personally new to Japanese food, food was good but with more experience I think I could've enjoyed it more. Service was great, waiter was very detailed in explaining the menu. Dessert was phenomenal (matcha cake). Would definitely recommend!"—Melissa S.
"My cousin introduced us to this place months ago. The food and service is superb!! My husband and I keep coming back. We usually get the toro uni bowl and sea bass. We tried the wagyu tonight and it was delicious. The food reminds us of Japan. We've also brought our family here and they loved it. My husband and I will keep coming back!! Worth every penny and wait."—Esel V.
"Loved the atmosphere. Didn't know what to expect when coming here but everything was delicious. We had the salmon and yellow tail makimono, maguro kajime, various jidori options, shishito peppers, and sashimi and sushi. Literally not one bad item. Favorite by far was the blue fin. It's busy so reserve ahead. We will be coming back!"—Kevin S.

Restaurant Info

5. Koi

Koi Los Angeles is a sophisticated blend of feng shui and modern elegance. Illuminated by candlelight, the natural and intricate details of the Zen inspired earth-toned colors, sleek design, fireplaces and waterscapes all create the perfect setting. Koi's contemporary Japanese cuisine utilizes local and International ingredients. Among Koi's popular signature shared plates are Koi Crispy Rice topped with your choice of Spicy Tuna; Yellowtail Tartare Truffle Avocado, Filet Mignon; Hamachi Fusion with Soy Yuzu and Truffle essence. Signature entrees include Miso Bronzed Black Cod with Seasonal Vegetables; Peppercorn Filet Mignon "Toban-Yaki" with Shishito Potato Mash; and Grilled Chilean Sea Bass with a Habanero Truffle Sauce. In addition to our signature rolls, Koi's sushi chefs present traditional topmost grades of seafood, including daily selections which are often celebrated by the modern and adventurous palate.

  • Salmon Carpaccio
  • Lobster Tacos
  • Koi Crispy Rice

Let’s see how people review this restaurant

"Wow wow wow and again wow, this place is so good , everything is so organized and the waitress are highly nice and know the menu, we started with a few appetizers Wich was koi crispy rice and sizzling halibut sashimi, Kiiro roll and we enjoyed every bite.
For main dishes we ordered the grilled Chilean sea bass and grill lamb chops it was delicious,
For desert we had their Koi sundae we had the show and a lot of fun.
Thank you so much!!"—Sheyla M.
"I had the best desert at this restaurant! :) Sushi was really great and yummy lychee martini. This is a definitely a pricey restaurant so get ready splurge. Valet was $20. Service was amazing! Recommend for special occasion or
if you want impress your date lol"—Zhadra K.
"If there were 10 stars, I'd give it. The most spectacular sushi experiences I've had by far! Literally everything we ordered was fresh, beautifully plated, perfect flavored, mouthwatering, and we just couldn't get enough. Their service was a 10/10! Their prices were surprisingly great! Even with everything we ordered plus extra alcohol, coffees, desserts, etc, it was roughly $120/pp and we walked out stuffed. I'm surely coming back here for dinner, we had a blast!"—Sara G.

Restaurant Info

6. n/naka

A meal is more than just the sum of its parts. At n/naka, they strive to provide a unique and satisfying dining experience through their interpretation of kaiseki. This traditional Japanese culinary art form reflects the ever-changing rhythms of the earth by taking the freshest seasonal ingredients and presenting them in their most natural states. Using the very best ingredients they have access to is true kaiseki; they proudly serve vegetables from their own organic garden built and maintained by their friends at Farmscape Gardens. They take great care in preparing a beautiful plate and believe that the more involvement they put into a meal — no shortcuts — the more connected they feel to the food and to your experience of it. Through a meaningful balance of both traditional and modern techniques, Chef Niki Nakayama is committed to creating a meal that will engage your attention — it’s about enjoying the moment, the current offerings of the season, and ultimately, the food in front of you.

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