Izakaya Restaurants in Los Angeles, CA

“Budonoki is a true hidden gem. Every dish is beautifully presented, incredibly flavorful, and genuinely satisfying. The owner is warm and welcoming, and the service is thoughtful—our server even surprised us with complimentary items from the chef, all of which were outstanding.

My husband and I keep coming back and have brought clients, friends, and family, and everyone has had a great experience. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate with dim lighting, limited seating, and a relaxed vibe set to tasteful hip hop in the background.

Overall, it’s a standout spot we’re always happy to return to.“

“สนุกสนานอาหารอร่อย บรรยากาศดีมีระดับ“

“Bomb sushi!!!! Everything was wonderful, can’t say anything bad. Good rolls and gotta try the crispy rice for an appetizer😀“

“心の居酒屋です🏮 モツなべなど　博多メニュー充実“

“This is my second time here and I can confidently say this is the best izakaya I’ve ever been to. A solid five stars without a doubt! The service is excellent, and the chef is so friendly and engaging. But the real highlight is the food. I’ve tried so many dishes, and unbelievably, every single one was delicious! I honestly can’t recommend this place enough. Thank you for making such incredible food!“

“I took two teenagers for lunch on our weekend trip to J town. We ordered lunch special items. My son ordered a salmon and ikura bowl and his friend I ordered a sushi set. The lunch items come with salad, miso soup, and side dishes, including a small serving of home made tofu.
It was enough to fill up hungry teenagers, and we enjoyed our food.“

“Fresh and delicious fish, lovely service and a very welcoming atmosphere! We enjoyed our meal and chatting with the owner and the chef about their hometowns. It made us want to plan our next trip to Japan ASAP! We will definitely be back. Thank you, Yusuke, for your hospitality.“

“Best Sushi in LA by far !“

“Izakaya Miyoung is an absolute hidden gem! We ordered the yakitori skewers, fish cake soup, and chicken wings, and let me tell you, every single bite was delicious. The portions were perfect for sharing, making it a great spot to come with friends.

Our waiter was fantastic, attentive, friendly, and spot-on with his sake recommendation, which paired beautifully with our food. The vibe here is warm and inviting, and I loved the interior design, it really adds to the whole experience.

This place is definitely going on my list of go-to spots. Can’t wait to come back, have some drinks, and try even more dishes from the menu!“

“HATCH is a fantastic place that combines a welcoming atmosphere with high-quality food and excellent service. The space is modern, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, creating a great environment for a relaxed meal. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented, with every dish prepared with attention to detail and quality ingredients. The staff was friendly, attentive, and professional, making sure that every part of the experience was enjoyable. Service was efficient, and the overall atmosphere felt warm and inviting. I was impressed by the consistency, hospitality, and care that went into every aspect of the visit. I would highly recommend HATCH to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience and look forward to returning again soon.“

“A play on the Japanese Izakaya bar and Ramen Bar, Great Food all freshly prepared the same day at time of order, serving Lunch and reopening for dinner menu, full Sake selection and Wine Beer Mixed Drink selections, Freshly made by hand Buckwheat Soba noodles, an all around great Dinning Experience.“

“spacy garlic edamame is vary delicious.!!“

“This place is a little gem for dumplings, the host was so kind to us and tried to get us a table as soon as he could. As for the waiter she was sooo nice enough to point out some recommendations. Had to order all the sauces because this spot is known for flavors must check it out its next to another good restaurant known for pho so this dumplings is a craving to go next door ill be back ! To try the egg rolls!!! Thanks“

“Delicious Udon and other Japanese specialties“

“Ramen were super good and excellent customer service.“

“Came to L.A for a quick trip, and stopped here for lunch, best decision ever!!!

The menu was huge. I tried the carpaccio and ceviche, and would have gotten 5 more plates of both if I could! The workers were very kind & helpful . The atmosphere was also peaceful. Would recommend 👍“

“The flavors of all the food was amazing.... everything on the menu was intriguing , I wish I tried it all!“

“The best everything…so, Go!“

“Best sushi in the city! You feel like you’re in Tokyo.“

“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!“

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

“This is a nice little cozy spot for parties of all sizes. The atmosphere is chill with super cool seevice by Min. We ordered a couple of lunch specials that satisfied our cravings. Since my party is super picky it’s good to know they offer a little bit of everything. Their Seafood Udon was very flavorful and perfect for a chilly day or any day at that. The Bento Boxes were also winners with presentation and flavor. Since the dishes were so good we also decided to try out their Seafood Udon which was nice and spicy and just right for our tastebuds. Everything we had was satisfactory and we will definitely be back to try out more of the menu. Again, a big shoutout to Min for making our experience a memorable one. So if you’re in the area and looking for a nice variety then definitely check this place out if you can.“

“I ordered kara miso ramen, bomb digity roll, baja california roll, and a beer pitcher.
The ramen was a little spicy, but it was the kind of spice I liked. The broth was rich and wasn’t too salty.

Both rolls tasted fresh. I’m pretty sensitive to fishy smells, but I didn’t notice any.
Rolls were also buy one, get one 50% off, which was a nice deal.

The beer pitcher was enough for two people.“