Bargain hunting for sushi rarely yields good results. Unless you’re going to Sushi Gen.

Yapa is a very good Peruvian-Japanese restaurant in Little Tokyo that’s perfect for any kind of date night.

Shin-Sen-Gumi is a build-your-own ramen concept that actually isn’t that gimmicky.

Men Oh Tokushima isn’t the most well-known ramen spot in Little Tokyo, but it’s easy going atmosphere makes it a favorite.

Kasih is an Indonesian restaurant in Little Tokyo that works well for a nice casual dinner you don’t have to plan in advance.

A hidden spot Downtown with excellent drinks and solid bar food.

Shojin is a vegan sushi restaurant in Little Tokyo and a unique dining experience from start to finish.

This divey Little Tokyo staple serves solid Asian fusion bar food and recently became known as a craft beer haven as well.

Azay in Little Tokyo is a daytime restaurant serving incredible Japanese food - and slightly mediocre French fare.

High Tide is a colorful bar/restaurant in the Arts District with a great patio for day drinking.

The Mermaid is everything you could want in a neighborhood dive bar.

Sake Dojo is a Little Tokyo izakaya that specializes in sake and Japanese craft beer.

Wolf & Crane is a big, casual bar in Little Tokyo that’s full of locals and Japanese whiskey.

Caffe Dulce is a counter-serve coffee shop serving solid baked goods in Little Tokyo.

Midori Matcha in Little Tokyo is serving the matcha-flavored soft serve of your ice cream dreams.

Mikawaya in Little Tokyo is the birthplace of one of the greatest inventions in the 20th century - mochi ice cream.