Izakaya Restaurants near Encino, CA

Sola Japanese Izakaya Dining Japanese • $$
15928 Ventura Blvd #120, Encino

Customers` Favorites

Karaage Japanese Fried Chicken
Nagoya Style Chicken Wing
Grilled Atka Mackerel
Spicy Shrimp Onigiri
Grilled Beef Tongue
Sake Steamed Clams
Tofu & Eggplant
Garlic Edamame
Fried Calamari
Onion Salad

“Traditional Japanese izekaya. Daily specials. A definite must try.“

4.5 Superb35 Reviews
Shirubē Izakaya • $$$
Recommended
424 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica - 9.25 miles

Customers` Favorites

EBI Chili Mayo Spicy Prawn Tempura
Kakuni Braised Pork Belly Taco
Sashimi Appetizer Sampler
Edamame with Garlic Chili
Grilled Hamachi Collar
Aburi Shime Saba Fish
Pork Belly Tacos
Crab Sushi Taco
Fried Chicken
Papaya Salad

“The sashimi at Shirube is absolutely top-notch — incredibly fresh and beautifully presented, with a level of care and attention to detail in every single piece.

Our server, Rozabelle, was exceptionally kind and attentive. She went above and beyond to make our dining experience truly special.

Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for outstanding Japanese cuisine paired with warm, thoughtful service!“

4.4 Superb177 Reviews
AFURI Ramen + Dumpling Japanese • $$
9300 Culver Blvd Unit 117, Culver City - 11.44 miles

Customers` Favorites

Combo Tonkotsu Tantan
Spicy Karaage Donburi
Hazelnut Tantanmen V
Tofu Shira-AE Salad
Miso Cashew Gyoza V
Spicy Crispy Gyoza
Basque Cheesecake
Crispy Buta Gyoza
3pc Crispy Gyoza
Kakuni Pork Bun

“super friendly staff and awesome manager who didn't blink an eye and replaced my mom and aunts order to accommodate their health conditions. bomb food and and super fast serve time. will be back again Special shout out to Damont for being an awesome manager!“

4.3 Superb301 Reviews
Hakata Izakaya HERO Izakaya • $$$
1929 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles - 8.73 miles

Customers` Favorites

Jidori Stuffed Chicken Wing Gyoza
Pork Belly Wrapped Skewers
Jidori Chicken Karaage
Kobe Kalbi BBQ Plate
Spicy Agedashi Tofu
Fried Intestines
Aburi Mentaiko
Fried Oysters
Pork Skewer
Teba Wing

“心の居酒屋です🏮 モツなべなど 博多メニュー充実“

3.9 Good78 Reviews
Kappo Miyabi Sushi • $$$
702 Arizona Ave Suite BB, Santa Monica - 9.24 miles

Customers` Favorites

Yellowtail Jalapeno
Lunch Sushi Omakase
Green Tea Ice Cream
Sashimi Omakase
Bluefin Tuna Don
Black Cod
Miso Soup
Yakitori

“Kappo Miyabi is hands down the best Japanese restaurant in Santa Monica. From the moment you walk in, the ambience sets the tone—elegant, serene, and perfectly designed for an authentic dining experience.

The sushi is absolutely world-class—fresh, artfully prepared, and bursting with flavor. Every bite feels like it was crafted with care and precision. The sukiyaki, though, is truly unforgettable—rich, perfectly balanced, and the best I’ve ever had.

The combination of warm service, refined atmosphere, and exceptional food makes Kappo Miyabi a rare gem. If you’re looking for the best ambience, best sushi, and best sukiyaki in town, this is it!“

4.4 Superb225 Reviews
Izakaya Tora Sushi • $$$
8908 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood - 9.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Chip Albacore Carpaccio 7 pcs
Yellowtail Jalapeno 7 pcs
Premium Chirashi Omakase
Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna
Rock Shrimp Tempura
Albacore Maki Roll
Baked Salmon Roll
Salmon Skin Salad
Sea Bass Tempura
Salmon Carpaccio

“I love this place! The food is fantastic! And I’m a regular for a reason 😉“

4.4 Superb161 Reviews
Izakaya Sasaya 居酒屋楽楽家 Izakaya • $$
11613 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles - 8.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Assorted Kushiyaki Skewers
Sashimi
Takoyaki

“Intimate atmosphere with the best fish, vegetables and pickled vegetables. Like being in Japan.“

3.4 Good45 Reviews
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Takuma Japanese • $$
2627 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica - 8.36 miles

Customers` Favorites

Asari Clam with Garlic Butter
Kinpira Gobo Hijiki Seaweed
Chicken Saboro Rice Bowl
Yakiniku Beef Bento Box
Sweet Potato Croquette
Blow Torched Mackerel
Grilled Miso Salmon
Chicken Karage
Spicy Tuna Dip
Potato Salad

“Found this restaurant in March and just returned for Mother’s Day dinner xoxoxo Great quality food and drinks, very pleasant staff!!! Authentic Japanese food items plus a touch of personality of its own makes their menu awesome and unique. We will come back for many many more.“

4.5 Superb72 Reviews
Kanpai Santa Monica Japanese • $$$
2212 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica - 8.53 miles

Customers` Favorites

Baked Salmon Crunchy Roll
Deluxe Hand Roll Plate
Spicy Yuzu Shio Ramen
Salmon Sushi Sampler
Dragon Roll Eel Roll
Spicy Miso Ramen
Shio Yuzu Ramen
Udon Noodle Soup
California Roll
Tuna Sashimi

“Hidden gem. Noticeably high quality ingredients and great service. Even my Korean mom, who is germaphobic and difficult to impress, enjoyed her meal very much. Will be coming here again.

We ordered the oyster/uni (!), the baked scallop roll (!), the chirashi bowl, the sea cucumber, and the spicy japan scallop roll. Everything tasted fantastic and we didn't leave a single grain of rice.

In my opinion, it's rare to encounter Japanese food in America that I end up loving. Every raw ingredient looked and tasted fresh. Uni here was creamy, the green tea was well-steeped, and the sesame seeds on the spicy japan roll were aromatic.

I highly recommend that you come here for a special occasion or whenever you crave extremely FRESH Japanese food.“

4.5 Superb72 Reviews
Ramen Izakaya Van Nuys Ramen • $$
13727 Victory Blvd, Valley Glen - 5.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Popcorn Shrimp with Spicy Mayo Glaze
Spicy Miso Ramen and Miso Ramen
BBQ Pork on Skewers 4skewers
Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl
Original Tonkotsu Ramen
Spicy Lime Chili Beef
Vegan Mochi Ice Cream
Spicy Miso Tonkotsu
Spicy Miso Tonkatsu
Veggie Spring Roll

“Delicious food, fun atmosphere and very affordable! Always a great time!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

4.4 Superb58 Reviews
Northern Cafe Chinese • $$
9305 Reseda Blvd, Northridge - 6.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Juicy Pork Dumplings 8 with Peanuts
Shrimp Pork Eggs and Chive Dumplings
juicy pork dumpling 8 pcs 小笼包
Juicy Pork Dumpling 8 pcs 小籠包
Hot&Spicy Prime Beef Noodle Soup
Scallion Pancakes and Beef Roll
Spicy Braised Beef Noodle Soup
Dandan Noodle with Peanuts
Lamb Skewer 烤羊肉串
Pork Boiled Dumplings

“This was our first time at this location. They didn’t have some menu items that we have seen at other locations.

It’s a nice big open place with plenty of seating. Be aware of the tables where the air blasts down on it. They had plenty of staff. Good customer service.

The best thing was the pork dumplings, which did come hot! Tastes delicious with soup inside.

The fungus salad was a little too vinegar tasting. The seaweed salad was a good size. Tastes crisp and yummy!

Chongqing Crispy Chicken was very spicy, even at medium heat!! Eat with rice…the perfect combo!!“

4.3 Superb77 Reviews
Aikan Sushi Sushi • $$
9034 Tampa Ave, Northridge - 5.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Yellowtail Jalapeño Sushi 2 pcs
Spicy Albacore Sashimi 5-6 pcs
Spicy Tuna over Crispy Rice
Yellowtail Sashimi 5-6 pcs
Yellowtail Tama Roll 4 pcs
Black Dragon Roll 6-8 pcs
Shrimp and Veggie Tempura
Spicy Salmon Crispy Rice
Yuzu Salmon Sushi 2 pcs
Lion King Roll 6-8 pcs

“This spot is amazing and I have never had a bad experience here. Servers are all nice and attentive and the sushi is top tier. They do not stuff you with rice and add a tiny piece of protein on top like other spots do. You really get great rice to protein ratios here.

All the rolls and shareables are phenomenal. It gets busy and there is a wait to be seated, but it's worth it, and to me that is a great sign. Busy is good for restaurants.

Sometimes the servers do get overwhelmed and forget a roll you ordered, but as soon as you bring it to their attention it's a very quick fix.

Highly recommend eating here!“

4.2 Good208 Reviews
Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori West L.A. Japanese • $
1601 Sawtelle Blvd #101, Los Angeles - 8.35 miles

Customers` Favorites

G Set - Hakata Ramen Beef Rice Bowl
Regular Sized Hakata Ramen
Takana Fried Rice 1
Spicy Miso Ramen
Tonkotsu Ramen
Fried Chicken
Spam Musubi
Edamame
Gyoza 1
Soup

“While the ramen is quite good, try their other non-ramen offerings. Katsu curry rice is very good here (katsu pork was prepared perfectly and curry flavorful) as well as their gyudon (beef over rice). Service as fast, friendly and attentive and the dining area was very clean. Value for the meal is excellent especially for West LA! Cannot recommend enough!“

4 Good85 Reviews
Rayu Ramen and Izakaya Ramen • $
21038 Victory Blvd, Woodland Hills - 4.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Takoyaki 5 Pieces in an Order I Ate 1 Already Lol
Katsu Chicken Curry with Rice
Chicken Rayu Rice Bowl
Crispy Bacon Chips
Ramen & Appetizer
Spicy Miso Ramen
Spicy Rayu Ramen
Fried Dumplings
Chicken Karaage
Tonkotsu Broth

“❤️❤️ this place. Spicy Rayu Ramen is hubby's favorite (he orders a side of White Rice to dip into the ramen). I tried the Yakisoba (no broth) and loved it. Very flavorful and the veggies had good crunch. Service is professional and courteous.“

4 Good130 Reviews
Kopan Sushi & Ramen - Beverly Grove Sushi • $$
8562 W 3rd St, Los Angeles - 9.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Three Item Combo Bento Box with Teriyaki Salmon Sesame Chicken and Shrimp Tempura Roll
Bento Box 3 Items Combo
Cucumber Avocado Salad
Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen
Yellowtail Sashimi
Spicy Tuna Roll
Salmon Sashimi
Vegan Ramen
Miso Soup
Albacore

“Shoutout to our server Danny for being so friendly, and accommodating. We asked for a few extra things that were weird asks because I’m pregnant and he didn’t say no, but figured out a way to make it happen.

The food is also very fast and delicious and the presentation was on point. This is our favorite sushi spot in our neighborhood by far.“

3.9 Good95 Reviews