7 Best Japanese Restaurants near Rosemead

“Highly commendable service and absolutely stunning set menu! we went here for dinner last night for our Halloween date night! Their wagyu cuts are 100% top-grade and not just random "wagyu" that are below the marks. We tried their A5 and M9 meats, not to mention their salmon carpaccio that is to die for. Their sides are absolutely delicious and smart, one great example is their fried pork buns that is like a spin on soup dumplings. To top it off, you get premium ice cream in the end. Their salad is so good with yuzu and smokey salt, plus you get a chili mix too. They serve the meats fast plus your tablet menu is in front of you so you don't have to keep calling the staff to refill. I give them 9 stars! 🌟 🐄 🥩“

“They had pretty short hours focused around lunch time, so I had trouble making it here before they closed for the day. I was finally able to stop by during the week after a doctor's appointment maybe 30 min before their 3 pm closing time and pick several different onigiris that were not yet sold out for the day.

We went big and ordered several to go:

* 3x Karaage wrapped in Dashi Shiitake Gohan (Japanese Fried Chicken in Shiitake Dashi Rice) - $4.50 each
* 2x Spam Onigiri (Grilled Spam with Tare Sauce) - $3.25 each
*1x Tuna Mayo (Cooked Light Tuna mixed with Japanese Mayo) - $3.75
* 5x Grilled Salmon with Shiso Leaf - $4.25 each
* 1x Mentaiko Mayo with Tamago (Mentaiko mixed with Japanese Mayo with Japanese Egg Omelette) - $4.60
* 3x Buta Kakuni (Slow Braised Pork Belly) - $4.50 each

I personally liked the karaage, spam, salmon, and pork belly. BF enjoyed the karaage and salmon the most. They have more on the menu that we wanted to try next time, so hopefully we make it early enough before they sell out!

There's parking in the plaza, but it can be a little hard finding a spot since there's not too many spots. The other challenge is getting out, as there's only one entrance to get in and out of off Walnut Grove Ave, so if you need to head north, good luck getting out and beating opposing traffic.“

“Just really good food! We have never been disappointed...“

“Great little ramen spot, food is always good, sometimes it great 😃. They offer a nice kids meal. Wait times can be long some days. And parking can be a pain on busy days. Orders are written on a printed sheet of paper, Ask for help ordering if it's your first time.“

“I’ve been to this restaurant twice now, and both visits were enjoyable. I tried the hot sake, the salmon and California roll bento set, and the teriyaki beef plate. Each dish was fresh, flavorful, and nicely presented. The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, which made the dining experience even better. Overall, it’s a great spot for a satisfying meal and a relaxed atmosphere—I’ll definitely be coming back.“

“Uncle Tetsu has officially made it to the top of my favorite dessert list. If you are looking for treats that are rich in flavor but perfectly balanced (not too sweet!), this is the place to go.

We had…
• Ube Cake: This is the absolute BOMB! It’s incredibly rich and the sweetness level is spot on. It is a must-order for anyone who visits.

• Cookies & Cream: Another top favorite of mine—definitely a crowd-pleaser.

• Matcha Drink: Pairs perfectly with the cakes. It’s a great combo that I highly recommend trying.

I adored everything I tried here. If you haven't been yet, you have to try the Ube cake and the matcha. This is easily my new go-to for a sweet treat!“

“Saw Big E's on Instagram and decided to make the trip. I grab two of the daily double cheeseburgers for $3.99 and a side of fries. Man man man... Those burgers were so freakin juicy...I pulled one out of the bag and it leaked on my phone and I wasn't even mad!😂 I knew this was about to be good and boy was it. I spent about $13 and it was all worth the trip, the food, and the price. Considering what you would spend at In and Out for something like that... Big E you can have my money every week! Update: they have a new special 3 burgers, 3 fries, and 3 drinks for $16.99! This place never lets me down..🙏🏾“