50 Best Japanese Restaurants near El Segundo

“I got the oyakodon set and it was such an elaborate meal, I felt like a queen. The oyakodon was so comforting and I really enjoy the fresh fish and tofu/beef sides!! I was also in a rush but the servers were kind enough to get me in and out in a jiffy :) Will be back!!“

“Wonderful food and service, the Omekase was the culinary highlight of my week in LA. Every course was delightful, varied, and complemented the others. My friend ordered off of the menu directly and the Gyoza was the best either of us had ever experienced. Highly recommended!“

“yummmmm so good. highly recommend“

“Sushi Chef-Dion! His Colorful Magnificent tasty sushi will give you a great inner body experience like no other! 🤗“

“Great good and friendly staff🎉🎊“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Food, but Concerned About Credit Card Security
This was my first visit to I Love Teriyaki in El Segundo, California. The food was good, and the gentleman who took my payment was professional and courteous.
However, one thing disappointed me about the drive-through experience. The window was completely covered with what appeared to be some type of window film or paper, making it impossible for me to see what was happening with my credit card during the transaction.
As a customer, I believe we should be able to see our credit cards being processed, especially when we hand them to someone through a window. For security reasons, I am uncomfortable with my card being taken out of my sight without being able to observe the transaction.
I am not accusing anyone of wrongdoing, but I do believe transparency is important when handling customers' financial information. I would encourage management to consider a setup that allows customers to see their payment being processed and feel confident that their information is being handled securely.
Overall, the food was good, and the cashier was professional. My only concern was the lack of visibility during the credit card transaction. Thank you.“

“The sushi here is amazing for the price!! And the katsu chicken was also so delicious !! I would suggest checking out yama!! The reason why I gave it a 4 stars and not a 5 star is because the space is super small, and it does get overwhelming! I had a rude experience with a customer, they don’t know how to say excuse me lol. (I got the Cali roll with the salmon avocado roll!) I also asked for eel sauce:)!!“

“Loved every bite! A bit expensive but honestly worth it ! Best ramen I ever tried.
Group of 4, everyone got the signature ramen. Mine was with no spinach, peas or green onions.
Great vibe, zero waiting time and everything clean. No free Wi-Fi.“

“This was my second time at Shunji and since it was so consistent, I thought I should give it a shout out. You may miss it if you aren’t paying attention, nestled behind a non-discrete door on Ocean Park Boulevard in Santa Monica, Shunji Japanese Cuisine is a Michelin-starred gem that redefines the art of sushi dining. Chef Shunji Nakao is a legend and this intimate restaurant offers an omakase experience that is as unforgettable as it is refined.

The heart of Shunji’s allure lies in its sushi, which showcases decades of expertise as one of Los Angeles’ sushi pioneers. Each piece of nigiri is a testament to his meticulous attention to detail, with fish sourced primarily from Japan to ensure unparalleled freshness. Shunji’s (somewhat new Santa Monica location) is a departure from its former chili bowl-shaped home on Pico Boulevard, embraces a minimalist aesthetic that keeps the focus on the food and quaint experience. The space is divided into two small rooms, each with a blonde wood counter that seats just seven, creating an atmosphere of exclusivity and intimacy. Soft jazz hums in the background, and a wall of orchids adds a touch of elegance, celebrating the restaurant’s decade-long legacy. The service is impeccable, with staff (one Shunji’s wife) moving gracefully to anticipate every need, from refilling sake glasses to presenting dishes on stunning ceramic plates.

Shunji is more than a restaurant; it’s a destination The sushi is exceptional, the ambiance serene, and the overall experience a masterclass in hospitality.“

“Good Japanese foods , many varieties of dishes . The fish grilled sea bass is cooked just perfectly fine . The salad is kinda american Japanese fusion but still good . The carbonara noodle - I don’t really care (It doesn’t really fit with the rest of the dishes) - overall is a great place to enjoy Japanese foods“

“A friendly waitresses,waiters .“

“Very tasty sushi spot with great service! The Uzumaki Plus is lovely and has many delicious pieces of nigiri. Every piece melts like butter in your mouth and they all have distinct flavors. The service is also delightful and very efficient! Definitely recommend!“

“We had an amazing experience at n/soto! The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and full of unique flavors. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive. You can really tell how much care goes into every dish. Definitely a place worth visiting, and we’ll be coming back!“

“蕎麦、日本食　最高 !“

“⚠️ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄“

“grest good service and atmosphere. loved it! will definitely be back soon.“

“Excelent food ! Great place !“

“Excelente. Servicio variedad. De comida. Deliciosas . Y frescas“

“LOVE the poke bowl options including the gluten free/lo carb noodles!“

“Great spot to grab a quick bite. Karaage chicken was super juicy and had the perfect breading to chicken ratio. Our server was super nice and brought out water for our dog totally unprompted. Only thing in this place needs beer! It’s weird having fried chicken without beer.“

“A hidden gem! Very fresh and tasty“

“It is an amazing food, comfortable atmosphere and the service impeccable I highly recommend it“

“I ordered the fried mochi that other customers recommended, karaage fried chicken, the grilled mackerel set, and the cod set. Everything looked pretty simple, but surprisingly, every single dish was delicious! The portions were also very filling. We left feeling completely satisfied!“

“Good taste noodle, great customer service! interesting old Torrance neighborhood.“

“Ramen is so good I cried.“

“I had a great time over there. Delicious food 🥘“

“Finding an authentic sushi spot in the US run by a Japanese chef feels increasingly rare these days. While I don't believe a chef's nationality strictly dictates their capability—by that logic, only French people could cook French food—the scarcity of these traditional spots made me search even harder. That extra effort led me to Toshi Sushi in Gardena, and it was entirely worth it.

I have visited twice now, both times for Saturday lunch. A huge plus was that it wasn’t overwhelmingly busy, allowing for a remarkably peaceful and relaxed dining experience. On both occasions, the ingredients were incredibly fresh, and every plate felt meticulously prepared. They even garnish the dishes with beautiful Hawaiian flowers, which the staff thoughtfully let us know are completely edible.

Sometimes, hyper-traditional spots can be a bit too conservative with their portions of wasabi and ginger, but Toshi Sushi provides a generous amount. It’s a smart, necessary adjustment to cater to the American palate, and it made the meal much more enjoyable without the need to constantly ask for refills.

However, the exact moment I knew this place truly cared about quality came down to a single, overlooked detail: the soy sauce. Real soy sauce should always be refrigerated to preserve its true flavor profile, yet countless sushi joints leave it sitting out on tables at room temperature for weeks, simply topping off the bottles. At Toshi Sushi, the second we placed our order, they brought out a chilled bottle of soy sauce straight from the fridge. Absolute respect. That standard alone speaks volumes about their discipline.

I will definitely be heading back soon, and I'm already planning to feature this hidden gem in an upcoming review video. If you appreciate genuine quality and strict attention to detail, Toshi Sushi is highly recommended.“

“Chinchikurin was my first ever Hiroshima style okonomiyaki. I've had the Osaka version in Japan many years ago, but haven't had okonomiyaki of any kind in the US since. So this experience was definitely fun. The food was very tasty and well built. I ordered the Loaded Kaisen, which was the seafood okonomiyaki as part of the 11-layer savory pancake. It was very filling. After the cooks make the okonomiyaki at the main teppan grill, you eat it at your own personal grill at your table, which keeps your order nice and warm. Be sure to put a lot of the mayo and otafuku sauce atop it to make the flavor even bolder and more exciting. If you've never had okonomiyaki before, Chinchikurin is a great place to start. There are very few of these kinds of restaurants in LA, so Chinchikurin is a very unique Japanese cuisine in Little Tokyo worth scoping out. I did a YouTube video of my eating adventures here, which can be found on my channel called Rockstar Eater“

“深みのある濃厚鶏白湯ラーメン🍜 つけ麺やカレーも美味しいです 😋😋😋😋“

“Ramen were super good and excellent customer service.“

“I love the quality and quantity of food you get. Their Portuguese Sausage is amazing and their fried rice is always delicious“

“Amazing quality of fish. Good selection of Sake, good service and great ambiance.

Only knock was it took a long while for us to get our sushi course. Almost as if they forgot to put the order in BUT the quality of the fish made up for that.

Would definitely go back“

“A friend who frequents this establishment brought me for lunch today with another friend. Being a vegetarian I was impressed by the selections I would love to try. I ended up ordering the salmon, scallop, spinach cream pasta with capers. It was delicious! My friends ordered the pork katsu and hamburger combo and it looked awesome. The portions are so generous and it comes with soup and salad for the combo and mine came with a small salad and homemade bread. And the family run restaurant is very service oriented, friendly and a very clean and comfortable place. Highly recommended“

“They offer a wide variety of dishes, ranging from traditional Chinese cuisine to creative Western cuisine, and there are many surprising combinations. In addition, the restaurant pays attention to the selection of raw materials and the innovation of cooking techniques to ensure that each dish can bring you the most extreme taste experience“

“Awesome food full stop. I’ve never had Omusubi before but it’s great. Great customer service as well. Very good tea too. Thank you. Only wish they had tables at least outside to chill and eat since there’s none inside but take it to go and enjoy elsewhere.“

“Cash only, authentic sushi place, feels like Japan! Absolute favorite spot. Used to come here regularly when we lived here. Now we moved to the Bay Area and have tried several sushi places but still haven’t found one nearly as good! We come down to LA regularly and make a point to come to Hide. Soothing yet lively atmosphere, large fish pieces that are incredibly fresh and delicious, and friendly staff. Come early - sometimes there’s a line! We would fly back from the Bay Area just for this restaurant.“

“I saw this place while driving and saw a line waiting for their food, so I decided to give it a try.. Ì asked those in line, what was good there.. The answer was either the teriyaki bowl or plates, and the teriyaki burgers.. I got the teriyaki chicken bowl.. it looked and smelled great driving home.. After eating it, I didn’t understand the line of people waiting.. It was okay, but in my opinion, no big deal.. I’ll be honest, I did eat it ALL, and the serving size was BIG, so by no means was it bad.. To be fair though, I’m gonna have to try again, and see what I missed the first time..“

“The server was so Great. He is so respectful, attentive and helpful. He gives suggestions of what I will order being my first time in Wadatsumi. Thank you very much for the Awesome service.😊 I'll definitely come back with my friends.💯“

“I’ve lived in Mar Vista for years and somehow never knew about this place. Let me tell you… the fish is SO fresh, the rolls are delicious, but the spicy garlic edamame is on a whole different level of amazing!!!! Everyone is friendly, welcoming, and efficient. Definitely found my new favorite restaurant.“

“yummmmm so good. highly recommend“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great sushi, great service, awesome experience!“

“This is my favorite sushi place! I especially love their salmon, it’s so soft and delicious. They also have a great variety of sushi. One of my friends doesn’t eat sushi, but he can order other fish or even meat dishes here, so I can invite him to sushi beluga as well. I love this place!“

“I want to give five stars, but it seems like every time I go their soba machine is broken and all they have are appetizers 😭 I’ve had more experiences going there and they don’t have any soba available than them having soba… definitely call ahead to check if they have the dish the restaurant is based on 🥹
5/5 soba when they do have it though“

“In these tough times, a little normalcy is nice. Dean and staff provided a wonderful dinner for us tonight. We are grateful to all of them for being there for your patrons.“

“I moved out of LA years ago and still dream of their pork ginger curry omusubi, and make sure to get it at least twice every time I’m home. ruins all other omusubi. the mentaiko, miso mushroom, and shiso ume are all great too! the rice is always well cooked. Both locations are well organized and high quality, I recommend to everyone“

“This place is incredible. I’m honestly shocked it doesn’t have more reviews or a Michelin star. My wife took me here for Father’s Day and it was just fantastic food. We eat at places all over the world, and we’re in Japan in March, and this was still a super special experience. Thank god it is 10 minutes down the road haha“

“Came here for valentines with my boyfriend and we made a reservation in advance. There’s some parking available in their lot but it can be crowded, so we opted for street parking. We ordered the garlic noodles, fried rice (which was my mom’s recommendation), and two cuts of meat. We left satisfied but not overly stuffed. The waiter was nice and though it did get a little smoky at times, it was a nice vibe. The fried garlic noodles had a great texture and the fried rice had an umami taste. The meat was tender and you cook it yourself. They have an omakase option if you’re looking to be more structured.“

“Tucked away with the unassuming charm of a neighborhood spot in Tokyo, this Japanese restaurant in Gardena distinguishes itself through its devotion to temaki, the hand-rolled sushi format that rewards both simplicity and precision. The menu offers dozens of variations, and the kitchen's command of the form lends the room an authenticity that feels less like a dining concept and more like a transplant.

Lunch is where the value shines. Set menus arrive with the expected miso soup and a modest side, grounding the meal without overreaching. I opted for the five-temaki selection at $26 and, rather than navigate the extensive list myself, deferred to the server's recommendations. All five arrived together, cones standing at attention, each one thoughtfully composed, the seaweed still crisp at the point of eating. It was the right call: a spread that suggested a kitchen confident enough to let its own judgment do the talking. This is my new special Japanese place.“

“とても懐かしい味 間違いない“

“My son told us about this place so we tried it out. Earliest reservation we could get on the Saturday was at 9pm. Nice atmosphere with warm lighting. Staff was friendly and customers all seemed to be enjoying themselves. We sat at the bar so we got to see the chefs grilling up the sticks. Everything we ordered was grilled just right nothing overcooked. If I had to pick a favorite for the night I'd choose the duck but enjoyed everything. Definitely would come back the next time we're in Southern California.“