Japanese

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Kinjiro is intimate and impressive. This upscale izakaya is a one-of-a-kind in Little Tokyo dining experience.

Nikko Duren

June 2, 2023

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Tenkatori is a Japanese fried chicken chain that’s perfect for a quick hearty lunch.

Sylvio Martins

May 31, 2023

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Interstellar is the best cafe near the Santa Monica Promenade. The Korean-owned spot serves excellent burritos, katsu, bulgogi, and more.

Nikko Duren

May 23, 2023

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Iki Ramen in Hollywood is a splashy but affordable spot for noodle bowls and sushi on Western Ave.

Nikko Duren

May 10, 2023

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Hatch is a modern yakitori spot in Downtown LA with a full cocktail bar.

Garrett Snyder

March 20, 2023

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Taberu is a modern Japanese spot in Arts District that's great for drinking and eating warm comfort foods.

Sylvio Martins

March 10, 2023

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Whether you want some A5 wagyu or some sashimi topped with uni, Niku X in Downtown LA has what you need. Just be ready for some silly smoke tricks.

Nikko Duren

March 10, 2023

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Our guide to the greatest sushi spots in LA, from incredible a la carte meals to bucket list omakase.

Garrett Snyder, Kat Hong & Brant Cox

March 8, 2023

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Shin Sushi is a fantastic high-end omakase spot in Encino.

Brett Keating

March 6, 2023

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Tonchin is an upscale ramen spot in Larchmont with great housemade noodles and fun desserts.

Nikko Duren

February 22, 2023

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This sushi counter spot attached to the Fairmont Hotel in Santa Monica is a good Westside sushi option with style and substance.

Arden Shore

February 13, 2023

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Mezzanine Sushi is an upscale izakaya in Beverly Grove and a good spot for drinks and small plates before going out.

Brant Cox

December 21, 2022

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A Japanese spot in Koreatown, Iki Ramen serves solid ramen bowls and an extensive sushi menu.

Sylvio Martins

December 2, 2022

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Kinari is a casual Japanese spot in West Hollywood with plant-based ramen and a huge sushi menu.

Sylvio Martins

November 29, 2022

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The 16 best bowls of ramen in Los Angeles.

Brant Cox, Sylvio Martins, Patricia Kelly Yeo, Nikko Duren & Garrett Snyder

November 21, 2022

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Sakai Ramen is a sleek, modern ramen bar in a Koreatown stripmall.

Brant Cox

November 21, 2022

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Moto Ramen is a neighborhood ramen spot in Culver City that serves great bowl of tantanmen.

Nikko Duren

November 21, 2022

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Ramen Nagi is a Tokyo-based chain with a delicious 24-hour-simmered tonkotsu broth.

Sylvio Martins

November 21, 2022

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Susuru is a small order-at-the-counter ramen shop in Thai Town.

Sylvio Martins

November 21, 2022

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Hakata Ikkousha is a tonkotsu ramen chain with a location in Torrance.

Garrett Snyder

November 21, 2022

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Ramen Josui is a cozy and always-busy Gardena spot that serves a variety of ramen styles.

Sylvio Martins

November 21, 2022

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Jidaiya is a Gardena strip mall shop that serves excellent chicken-based ramen.

Garrett Snyder

November 21, 2022

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N/Soto is an excellent, high-end izakaya in Mid-City run by the N/Naka team.

Garrett Snyder

November 4, 2022

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Kaz is a soba restaurant on Sawtelle.

Arden Shore

November 3, 2022

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Rykn Cafe is a low-key coffee shop and wine bar inside of the same Arts District hotel at Kodō.

Nikko Duren

September 29, 2022