20 Best Japanese Restaurants in Arcadia

“Was at Santa Anita Mall and it was dinner time. Had seen Marugame Udon many times, but had never tried it until today. Tried the new Bolongese Udon with a potato croquette and sweet potato tempura. Ambience is great and the wall artwork is fabulous. Noodles were fresh and bowl was warmed before plating. I ordered a large size and was not disappointed. Free toppings were nice: tempura flakes, wake, cilantro, grunions. Tempura was nice and crispy. Potato croquet was good but a bit too sweet for my liking. Grabbed a Calamansi Ade to drink; nice Calamansi flavor and not overly sweet. Tempura dipping sauce was excellent. Appreciate the Togarashi and chili oil as well if you want a bit of spice. Free water cups also appreciated.

For the bolognese, please don’t think this will be similar to an Italian restaurant; this is the Japanese riff on bolognese. A boiled egg may seem odd at first, but it gives the dish a wonderful creamy texture when mixed with the cheese. The ground meat rounded out the dish well. Cilantro and togarashi paired really well by providing freshness and a hint of spice (I love spicy stuff). While this dish will not be for everyone, I’d encourage people to try it, as it is quite filling and really good for what it is. If you’ve had Japanese pasta before, you’ll know.

Will be coming back to try other Udon options and tempura. Udon is great comfort food, and Marugame does it well!“

“Great food and great service“

“Fantastic. Great service and even better sushi.“

“Always wondered about this restaurant as there's always a line outside the establishment. My wife and I were seated with our friend group pretty quickly, a nice perk to the staff that handed out menus to choose your order to improve efficiency.

I love that the ramen is very customizable, from the amount of salt, oil richness, ingredients mix, sauce, and even noodle style. (Thin/Thick) There's moderate seating inside, some for large groups, duos, and some wall seats as well. It definitely has the vibes for a ramen shop, lights are a bit dimmer inside which highlights the kitchen staff (open kitchen). working on orders.

My wife and I both ordered the Original King Ramen and shared some appetizer (Chicken Karaage) with our group.

Orders came out pretty quickly and the portions are pretty decent size, a bit deceiving I'd say for the size of the bowl you receive.

1. The ramen is very flavorful, can't go wrong with either thin or thick noodles. In my opinion, the chashu is a must because it mixes the broth flavor with the meat, creating the savory flavoring, super yummy. A little side note is that the ramen is priced nicely, however the extra add-ons can accumulate in total.

2. The Chicken Karaage is a classic must try, Japanese styled fried chicken, super crispy coating, very flavorful meat, and bite size. The karaage is marinated very well & comes with some lemons for that sweet flavor if preferred. Highly recommend.

Overall, Ramen Nagi has very delicious ramen and is very much affordable. Huge plus for the ramen being very customizable & even has chefs recommendations for first timers. Only downside is that the shop is not super big, and long lines but it moves moderately fast if you don't mind waiting a bit.“

“WOW! got a lot of food for the money paid! we ordered the chicken and pork combo 3 pieces of katsu , a cabbage salad , a soup, a side of rice and 4 dipping sauce/ dressing!! easily 2 people can share this dish. food was really good can't wait to go back!!“

“Quality food & service at reasonable prices 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻“

“Yesterday, my best friend, her sister and I drop by for lunch. We ordered mohinga, coconut khao soi, paratha, opo squash tempura and samosa. The food was delicious. This is the 5th Burmese restaurant I've been to and one of the best. My best friend and her sister were born and raised in Burma. They speak Burmese and are very knowledgeable about Burmese food. If I'm in the area, I will definitely drop by again.“

“This cozy mom-and-pop sushi restaurant has been a neighborhood gem for well over a decade, and it’s easy to see why. It’s run by the sweetest elderly Japanese couple who pour their hearts into every meal they serve.

The sushi is always incredibly fresh, the portions are generous, and every dish is prepared with care. What makes this place truly special, though, is the genuine hospitality. Every time I walk in, I feel like I’m coming home. They work tirelessly to make sure every customer is taken care of, and it’s amazing how she remembers my order by heart every single visit.

In a world full of trendy restaurants, this place is a reminder that great food, hard work, and kindness never go out of style. If you’re looking for authentic sushi made with heart, this is the place.“

“This place is a hidden gem! The food was great, and the service was excellent. I ordered the Wagyu Patty Curry Omurice, and it was packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. I went with the regular spice level for the curry, but I’ll definitely try the spicier version next time. A must-try!“

“Lotus Kitchen is a delightful addition to LA Myanmar restaurant scene.The flavors of Myanmar truly shine through their dishes, offering a unique and authentic experience. The service here is really friendly, and the ambiance takes me back to Myanmar.The shuffling menu got me really want to check out their facebook page frequently. Recommended!!“

“It's difficult to get a table for 2 quite often here. I've gone in and the place is nearly empty, but when you call online, they say they have no availability. I can't imagine it's packed every day.“

“was good food good service loved it“

“Every bite feels like an artful blend of freshness, flavor, and precision. Good place for catching up with your favorite person�“

“Happened to accidentally come in during a vtuber event so the place was packed. Despite how busy it was, the maid rushed to the front door to greet us as soon as she saw us. She was very friendly and it almost felt like meeting a friend during their work shift.
We got drinks to go because of how busy it was but we will definitely come back during the week to actually try the food!“

“We had excellent tempura shrimp, egg rolls & chicken fried rice here! It was so tasty! We enjoyed it immensely! The last time I had tempura shrimp was in Japan, and it was exceptional. This tempura wasn't far behind. We will definitely be back!“

“Great restaurant, nice to be back . Love the food, the atmosphere and the staff“

“Haven't ate Uncle Tetsu cheesecake in a long time so decided to buy one while at the mall. No line anymore which is good.

I got the original cheesecake which is now $15 for one. It's kind of small, like maybe good for 2-3 people to eat at once. It still tasted good like before- very soft and fluffy. The cheese flavor is nice and light which I like since it doesn't feel heavy and get tiring. Recommend this if you like soft, fluffy cheesecake!“

“White rice with spicy tuna and hamachi with volcano sauce topped with edamame, cucumber, seaweed salad, crabmeat, and avocado. Perfection. :)“

“Moxie is a great place for family and friends to hang out. Outdoor seating is cool and comfy. Super yummy food by Japanese Chef. Staffs are super nice and helpful too. They sanitize before seating the customers. They even prepare small bottle of hand sanitizer on every table which customers can bring home. During COVID, they have continous deals such as AYCE before, and now $1 skewer. It's a 'must try' dining. A cool place to chill. Highly recommended.“

“Great food; cool show! Had an excellent birthday dinner with the wife! Thanks for the awesome memory!“