Chinchikurin Sawtelle
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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...read full review
I miss my Chinchikurin Okonomiyaki!!
Great food and amazing service! Will definitely come here again. Can’t wait for their Torrance location to open!
Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 4PM 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM 11:30AM - 4PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 4PM 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 4PM 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 4PM 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM 11:30AM - 4PM |
Chinchikurin Sawtelle is a highly praised restaurant known for its delicious Japanese-inspired dishes and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors often comment on the friendly and helpful staff, who create a comfortable and inviting environment. The restaurant offers a variety of flavorful dishes, including Omorice topped with a super soft omelet, with four different variations and four appetizers such as tokoyaki and karage. The black curry Omorice and double glaze sauce Omorice are particularly enjoyed, with many finding the food to be very tasty and filling.
While some reviews mention that certain dishes, like the Hiroshima Okonomiyaki and dry ramen, are executed perfectly and bring back memories of Japan, others find some dishes to be just okay, especially if not visiting after a night out. The food is consistently noted for being fresh, with generous portion sizes, and the chefs prepare the food visibly on a large grill, adding to the experience. The ambiance is described as nice and comfortable, with the added convenience of free parking and quick service, making it a great spot for both casual visits and special outings.