Izakaya Restaurants near Encino, CA

Sola Japanese Izakaya Dining Japanese • $$
15928 Ventura Boulevard Suite 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.“

4.6 Superb89 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
Wagyu Meatballs
Crab Sushi Taco
Miso Soup Togo

“I stopped by Shirubē on Saturday night around 8 pm and had an amazing experience. The atmosphere was lively, but not overwhelming, with a fun mix of locals and tourists. What really stood out was the incredible karaoke selection – they have over 100 songs to choose from! I ended up singing my heart out to a few Japanese classics in front of a crowd that politely clapped along – it's clear the staff is used to having big performances happen in this place.“

4.5 Superb202 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“

4 Good96 Reviews
Kappo Miyabi Sushi • $$$
702 Arizona Ave Ste BB, Santa Monica - 9.24 miles

Customers` Favorites

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

“Great spot with all the feelings Japan. Amazing skewers and phenomenal hand rolls. Couldn’t get enough of the salmon sashimi. Great sake selection (we finished three bottles) and multiple drafts to sip. Engaging staff with a chef who knows what he is doing. We will return! 🍣 🇯🇵 🍱“

4.1 Good189 Reviews
AFURI Ramen - Culver City Japanese • $$
9300 Culver Blvd Unit 117, Culver City - 11.38 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

“สนุกสนานอาหารอร่อย บรรยากาศดีมีระดับ“

4.3 Superb180 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
Salmon Skin Salad
Baked Salmon Roll
Sea Bass Tempura
Salmon Carpaccio

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

4.4 Superb173 Reviews
Sushi Kanpai Santa Monica Japanese • $$
2212 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica - 8.53 miles

Customers` Favorites

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

“My dinner at Kanpai Sushi in Santa Monica was nothing short of extraordinary. Chef Yoshi is a true master sushi chef. While he may not be new to the craft, his skill, precision, and deep understanding of traditional sushi brought me back to a time when sushi was simply done right.

In fact, Chef Yoshi could probably serve me a shoelace, and it would be the best thing I’ve ever eaten.

Everything was exceptionally fresh. The wasabi had a vibrant freshness that elevated every bite, and the ginger practically melted in my mouth. I sampled as much toro as I could possibly eat, along with an incredible selection of fish that showcased Chef Yoshi’s mastery and attention to detail.

The Kumamoto oysters were so delicious they made me want to kiss my fingers and thank the heavens. The uni was phenomenal and remains one of my favorite bites of the evening. However, the biggest surprise was the seared salmon belly. It was my first time trying salmon prepared that way, and it absolutely blew my mind.

Instead of ending the meal with dessert, I finished with a hand roll that combined fresh tuna and crispy shrimp tempura, topped with eel sauce. The contrast of cool, fresh tuna and warm, crunchy shrimp tempura created an unforgettable bite and was a complete game changer.

I’ve been eating sushi since I was 18 years old, and now well into my 50s, I can confidently say this is the best sushi restaurant I have ever experienced. Beyond the incredible food, the staff was attentive, professional, and genuinely respectful throughout the entire evening.

I have officially found my favorite sushi spot.

Thank you, Chef Yoshi. I’ll be back very soon.

— Linda“

4.6 Superb150 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
Tonkotsu Miso Ramen

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

4.4 Superb128 Reviews