Izakaya Restaurants near Downey, CA

“I was driving one day and saw Sakana Sushi & Izakaya and i just wanted to try this place. Finally i had the chance to visit this place and had a sit down to try their sushi. As i walked in i was greeted by young lady and was offered to sit where i pleased. I look through the menu and ordered Shrimp Tempura Roll, and Mexico City Roll. Both rolls were delicious and i really enjoyed every bite of it. Love how the rice shrimp and all the flavors just combined and was very tasteful. Also the miso soup was also good and their hot green tea naturally was just good. For sure will go back again i love their sushi and for sure will be coming back.“

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“A Michelin recognized restaurant that’s just perfect for a quiet evening. The atmosphere is chill and the playlist vey ear pleasing and well as the decor. Modern style design that’s chic and comfortable at the same time. We ordered the Wagyu Cheeseburger and Uni Pasta. Both of the dishes were good with flavor but the Uni pasta could’ve used a little more sauce but it’s a preference I guess. The cheeseburger came out looking like a hot mess but it delivered with flavor. The Basqu Cheesecake was the dessert we ordered and it was perfect with flavor and the presentation. Service was attentive and on point most of the time. So if you’re looking for a nice place to have a delicious bite or drinks then definitely check out this place, especially the gorgeous looking bar.“

“Bomb sushi!!!! Everything was wonderful, can’t say anything bad. Good rolls and gotta try the crispy rice for an appetizer😀“

“This is definitely my favorite restaurant in Little Tokyo. My best tip is to go at open for dinner when they are not as busy so you can fully enjoy yourself.

I've been coming here for years ever since my friend had her birthday celebration here, which in itself was a very lovely evening. The staff was so sweet and stored her birthday cake in the fridge while we ate and then brought it out for us lit and even provided a cake cutter.

If you have a child, they do have booster seats and a kid friendly dish set for your child to use.

The staff is very attentive and sweet. They check in on you and are very patient with any requests or questions you may have.

My best recommendations for food are the Honey Tofu cheese, the seared duck chashu, the beef tongue tataki, the Today's Fish Carpaccio, and the Japanese omelet. All of these dishes are part of my usual go to order and what makes me bring all my friends over to try it. I usually spend about $30 for three dishes which is worth the price point for the amazing food quality. I genuinely have never had a bad experience or food I didnt love in my 5 years of eating here.“

“I came in for lunch to grab a quick snack and get some editing done on my phone. I just ordered a sake cocktail that they made delicious! And i also ordered the chicken meatball skewer, which came paired with egg to dip and I loved that sweet with salty combination so much! I would say I couldnt really get any work done on my phone as I don’t believe its a work friendly place although the tables are great to do so. They dont have outlets anywhere near the tables so if you need to charge your laptop or phone here is impossible to do unless behind the bar.
I just ready a book for a bit and enjoyed my cocktail and snack. I do think the atmosphere is more of a come in with friends and share a meal and gossip a bit. Or for dinner I think its also a great spot. I loved what i tried although it wasnt much. I would come again with a friend to have some cocktails and some snacks as the food and drinks were really delicious!“

“This place is AMAZING! The food is delicious and reasonably priced (and plenty to take home), the atmosphere is cool and the drinks are cheap! But the real stand-out is the staff - they are super nice and are working really hard to make sure everyone feels welcome. My new favorite place in LA!!“

“The flavors of all the food was amazing.... everything on the menu was intriguing , I wish I tried it all!“

“The best everything…so, Go!“

“I have been coming to Sojuya for several years. At first, I was a little intimidated because there’s lots of options on the menu, but the staff is friendly and willing to help answer any questions you have. We come here at least one a month, more times if we have family coming in from out of town as it’s a great spot to to take them that I know will be different than they have in their home town. This place is my go to for great food, awesome service and a fun atmosphere. It is also my go to if I have a larger party. Anytime I have come here with a party of 6,8 or even 10 people, the host doesn’t even bat an eye and space is found for us. I love the ability to get great Korean comfort food along with the best yakatori. We love the vibe, the people and the food here. Thank you Sojuya! It is always a treat to come.“

“spacy garlic edamame is vary delicious.!!“

“This place is a little gem for dumplings, the host was so kind to us and tried to get us a table as soon as he could. As for the waiter she was sooo nice enough to point out some recommendations. Had to order all the sauces because this spot is known for flavors must check it out its next to another good restaurant known for pho so this dumplings is a craving to go next door ill be back ! To try the egg rolls!!! Thanks“

“Service was phenomenal, very attentive and friendly. Stopped by Izakaya Ichie Tuesday night on the first floor of The Source mall in Buena Park for drinks and small bites the dragon fruit soju slush and peach mango slush were super refreshing, and the Jinro strawberry added a nice kick. We loved the baked dynamite tuna roll so much we ended up ordering it twice, and the dragon roll was delicious. Our server made the slushies so pretty we couldn’t resist ordering more, she was also really good at recommending their new menu so we got to try some of their best items, and there was only one server working who was still very attentive to all the tables.

Definitely coming back again!!“

“This is a nice little cozy spot for parties of all sizes. The atmosphere is chill with super cool seevice by Min. We ordered a couple of lunch specials that satisfied our cravings. Since my party is super picky it’s good to know they offer a little bit of everything. Their Seafood Udon was very flavorful and perfect for a chilly day or any day at that. The Bento Boxes were also winners with presentation and flavor. Since the dishes were so good we also decided to try out their Seafood Udon which was nice and spicy and just right for our tastebuds. Everything we had was satisfactory and we will definitely be back to try out more of the menu. Again, a big shoutout to Min for making our experience a memorable one. So if you’re in the area and looking for a nice variety then definitely check this place out if you can.“