Kotohira Restaurant

It was our first time here and I must say it was totally worth it. the service was on point and always attentive. The food was amazing. The appetizers and the main dishes were honestly some of the best udon soup I've ever had. The prices are more than reasonable for what you get. We will definitely be coming back here from now on.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gyoza, Udon Soup

Kid-friendliness: Smaller utensils for the kids, as well as high chairs.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Salad, Bento, Sukiyakidon, Sukiyaki

Food was good and area of the restaurant are looking amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Amazing. The moment you step in you feel like you're back in Japan. The food was delicious! Prices are extremely reasonable too for Japanese food. Definitely a must if you're craving a Japanese bento, rice bowl, or udon!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The place is very pleasant and the cuisine is great ?
The lady serving is adorable ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place is fantastic. The food is great and the staff is wonderful. I had the cold udon with tempura and Spam musubi. I will be coming back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

So glad I decided to go here for our first meal in LA. We drove down the coast from San Francisco and was in Santa Monica in the morning and heading to Long Beach. Came here for a late lunch and it was so good and filling not to mention affordable. We were very impressed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bento, Udon Soup

Def one of my fave Japanese spots when I’m in the mood for something homemade, filling and delicious. You can’t beat the price for the amount of food you get. My favorite item on the menu is the Saba Set.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Went for Okinawa soba, was craving for long time, but somehow i mistakely ordered different meal, forgot to bring my reading glass, lol. Food was average , service us okay, and he was a japanese, presume owner is Japanese. There are too many Japanese restaurants operated by different race. Meaning the taste is little off.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Delicious food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kotohira in Gardena offers a homely and authentic dining experience. The food is delicious and comforting, with traditional Japanese flavors that remind you of home. The service is warm and friendly, enhancing the overall experience. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for a relaxed meal. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a genuine taste of Japanese cuisine!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bento

Never been to Japan nor i’m Japanese but the food tastes homemade, very tasteful, great service, great portions and prices. It’s always a hit, i love the spicy udon noodles here

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Salad, Miso Soup, Gyoza, Bento, Katsu, Sukiyaki

The owner is very friendly and the price is great. Potato salad is served as an aperitif, and it is also delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

?? JAPAN (via Eat the World Los Angeles) - No matter how out of style udon can be, the noodle love of Kagawa Prefecture is front and center at one of Gardena's longest running favorites.The bento ($17.95) comes with so much to eat, with compartments of tuna sashimi, chicken karaage, grilled mackerel, pieces of tempura and Japanese root vegetables. A small but filling bowl of tanuki udon, rice, and tempura dipping sauce join the party.While Kotohira is not the place you come for these individual things, altogether the bento is terrific value especially with such a strong bowl of udon. This much good food for less than $20 is not something you find much around town these days.

Ok Japanese foods, big portions n quite authentic..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5