“So, I was on the hunt for a spot in El Segundo that could dish out some authentic flavors and offer a great vibe for New Year's Eve. Lo and behold, Japonica came to the rescue. The parking situation? Surprisingly painless. Considering the holiday buzz, it was manageable - nothing compared to the Friday or Saturday night madness, I reckon.Now, let's talk eats. We kicked things off with the crispy rice, and let me tell you, it was genuinely crispy - almost like a high-end hashbrown. Then came the carpaccio trio - bluefin tuna with balsamic, yellowtail with garlic ponzu, and Scottish salmon with onion ginger dressing. Fresh and tasty, exactly as promised on the menu. The mix of flavors made the whole dining affair a delight.On to the rolls - Kyoto Kryptonite, Citrus Sakura, and White Lightning. My personal winner was the White Lightning, a sushi roll with garlic butter, a first for me. Seared albacore and tempura white fish - it was a flavor bomb. Kyoto Kryptonite appealed to my spice-loving side with its spicy tuna, and while Citrus Sakura brought some traditional vibes, it wasn't my top pick given the other vibrant choices.Now, about the joint itself - a medium-sized setup that handled the holiday crowd like a pro. The food took a tad longer to arrive than expected, and our waiter was on an apology spree. Lucky for us, we were deep in conversation, so time flew. But the waiter's vibe low-key hinted at placing an order sooner rather than later.An interesting note: Our dishes were delivered and checked on by different folks. I'm guessing the waitstaff doesn't claim specific tables, but hey, it worked smoothly.All in all, Japonica left me pretty darn satisfied. I'll happily roll back for another round. Cheers to good eats and a chill atmosphere!“
“Every time I come to El Segundo, this is the place to go. The food quality and prompt attention and service is outstanding. I always sit at the sushi bar and talk with Johnathan, whose knowledge of all things fish is extensive and entertaining. They have a good selection of Sake to accompany their extensive menu. I'm always hopefully they will be stocking my favorite...uni, always fresh, aways mouth wateringly delicious.“
“Korean-Japanese restaurant near LA Airport. The name of the restaurant is Gaya Restaurant in Korean.Rolls, sushi, ramen, Korean food (dolssap bibimbap, stir-fried pork, etc.)The spiciness of the ramen can be adjusted using a miso base. The medium spiciness is a little less spicy than Shin Ramen. Kaya Dynasty Ramen had a lot of seafood and the broth was refreshing, which was nice. Rolls and sushi are American. If you're staying at a hotel near the airport and looking for a place to eat, it's a good choice but a bit pricey.“
“4 years later, my boyfriend has been upgraded to husband and our love for ILT is still going strong. The spicy beef plate is still delicious and the portions are generous. The bacon cheeseburger is excellent as well. The service is fast and the drive-thru is super convenient for quick takeout orders.“
“We sat at the communal table and enjoyed looking at the aesthetically pleasing feasts our neighbors ordered! We shared a bento box with fresh sashimi, crispy tempura, and warm side meats served with colorful condiments. Once we placed our name on the waitlist, we enjoyed a stroll until our number was called. The portions are generous, and the atmosphere is friendly, both from guests and servers. Next time, we will order the soups and noodle combinations.“