Izakaya Tonchinkan 呑み屋 とんちんかん
$$$ • Izakaya, Sushi Bars, Vegan
Hours:
713 W Duarte Rd #H, Arcadia
(626) 461-5078
About Izakaya Tonchinkan 呑み屋 とんちんかん
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Hours
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 5 - 10PM |
Wednesday | 5 - 10PM |
Thursday | 5 - 10PM |
Friday | 5 - 11PM |
Saturday | 5 - 11PM |
Sunday | Closed |
Izakaya Tonchinkan is a popular Japanese restaurant that offers a cozy and authentic dining experience. The menu features a variety of Japanese dishes, including the delicious salmon rice, the fresh and well-seasoned wasabi octopus, and the thick, tender, and perfectly cooked thick-cut beef tongue. The fried tofu remains a crowd favorite, being large and affordable.
The restaurant is known for its friendly staff and the authentic izakaya-style atmosphere. Customers praise the chef's skill, especially highlighting the beef tongue, which is considered the best on the menu. The yellowtail on steamed rice is also appreciated for its freshness and flavor.
The restaurant offers a wide selection of sakes and a menu that appeals to various tastes, making it a good choice for a casual dinner with friends or family. Advance reservations are recommended due to its popularity, and the overall experience is highly valued for the fresh food and cozy vibe.
The restaurant is known for its lively atmosphere, with an impressively long menu and one of the most extensive selections of premium sake in the city. The atmosphere is intimate, and the chef, Itamae Chef Tatsu-san, is enthusiastic and entertaining, blending humor with genuine hospitality.
The food is authentic, straightforward, and rooted in the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine, with many dishes designed for sharing and several donabe options to end the meal. The sashimi is expertly prepared, and the restaurant also offers special events, such as Dassai Sake Night and Nankai Shochu Night, further cementing its reputation as a cultural hub for Japanese food and drink in Los Angeles.