50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Tujunga

“The Japanese, who have lived in the United States all year long, love to make friends“

“Dr Dre and Andersen Pak restaurant. Sign me up! The service and atmosphere were great. We ordered alot of food and got to try alot of different things. Some were great like the wagyu beef and others were just OK which is why I gave it 3 stars. It's probably closer to 4 considering the service was great. Drinks were good also. I will admit in not a sushi person so I only tried one piece of sushi and it wasnt for me.“

“Absolutely love this place! My boyfriend and I live in the area and we love being able to walk to places in our neighborhood. This is definitely a new favorite spot! I rarely write reviews but I had to share my great experience to support this business. The food is fresh and delicious and the staff is very kind.
We ordered the Rainbow and the Spicy Yellowtail rolls for pick up orders through their online website, had a lovely sunset walk during Golden Hour to and from there, and the service was timely and efficient. When we got back home the food was packaged and presented beautifully and it kept well. We thoroughly enjoyed this whole experience and will be happy to order again soon! We look forward to dining in person there as well. Definitely find out for yourself and enjoy this awesome little gem!
Thank you to the entire staff for bringing this spot into the NoHo Arts District!“

“Everything was amazing from the service to the food and sushi and the environment is unassuming and comfortable. Top notch!“

“This is hands down my new favorite sushi place. I will never be going back to Katsuya. Joe is quite an extraordinary chef. I used to frequent a sushi restaurant he used to work at, but it wasn't the same after he left. I'm so grateful that I was able to find him here after a good hunt. Highly recommend!!!

Vegetarian options: You can ask for whatever you want that doesn't contain any meat. Like cucumber rolls, avocado rolls, egg rolls, or just miso and an order of sticky rice.“

“Salmon Ikura dish is amazing! So much flavor!“

“Great service and very friendly staff“

“Been on my list forever and did not disappoint! The decor and environment were very charming. Quick service and all of our food was delicious. Love a miso soup (nailed it), the chicken/tofu meatballs were slightly sweet and filling, the crispy tuna rice starters were huge and had the perfect crunch. All the fish we tried was perfection, melted in your mouth good. Will definitely be coming back and would highly recommend for a lunch or dinner.“

“This place hits every time! Prices are reasonable for great food.“

“Amazing fresh old school sushi ❤️❤️❤️❤️. The owner is so friendly and knowledgeable and it’s now my happy place!“

“Had an awesome birthday lunch at Oku-Niku today!

My husband took me out for some Japanese bbq & had a great time. They have an AYCE option for $55 and a premium AYCE with higher cuts of meat for $75. We decided to not do ayce bc we didn’t want to over eat due to our dinner plans later in the evening. So we ordered their 2 meat lunch option—picked the prime short rib and beef belly. It came with rice, smashed cucumber salad and miso soup for $25. Great option for those who want to have a light meal. We also added on pork jowl ($12) and their A5 Waygu ($45). We cooked them at the table just like kbbq. All the meats were melt-in-your-mouth good. I loved the sauces they provided and the lemon pepper seasoning as well. The service here was fantastic. I wish we got the name of our waitress who was so kind and very attentive! She gave me a slice of their tasty yuzu cheesecake on the house, which was so sweet and thoughtful. I recommend this place if you are looking for a tasty meal and amazing service.“

“This is absolutely my favorite sushi restaurant in LA and I have been back now 10 times. I have lived here for 3 years and was looking for a fresh, well made sushi joint and finally found it. The owner is so kind and welcomes you upon walking in. I always get the miso soup, crispy rice and albacore fried onion roll. Everything is cooked to perfection and so flavorful. The ambiance is lovely with 1950s jazz playing and quick service. I cannot give this restaurant enough praise. Highly recommend!!“

“Trust me when I tell you this was REALLY good, the classic Tonkotsu is always my go to and theirs is just SO good, I loved it and their broccolini was a solid plus 🤩 I only wish they would add a little more meat (pork option bc the chicken one was just perfect 👌)“

“This was our first time at Leona’s Sushi House, thanks to a friend who suggested we meet there—and honestly, we fell in love with the place right away. The vibe was just right—relaxed but lively—and we scored the best seats in the house, right by the open-air window on Ventura. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot to people-watch and soak it all in.

Our server was very friendly and made us feel at home. She even joked about losing her voice at the Beyoncé concert she’d just taken her daughters to—definitely a fun icebreaker.

We all went for the Omakase, and it was such a treat. It kicked off with a mushroom miso soup, then halibut sashimi topped with truffles (so good), followed by a couple of trays of assorted nigiri, and then a crab handroll. Even though we were stuffed, we couldn’t resist dessert, so we shared the chocolate lava cake, and banana puff pastry, and brought the caramel flan home.

All in all, it was an awesome night—great food, great company, and a place we intend to visit again.“

“Yes. Very nice servers etc. clean. Yummy food. Usually get beef teriyaki with tempura. Good batter on tempura snd lots of food“

“A hidden gem in Montrose. Very good food, attentive service, reasonable price.“

“I've been eating here for over 30 years and I love it every time. The people, the food and the feeling of home keep me coming back. :)“

“i’ve only been here a few times but every time has been a great experience. great service and great food. the servers are friendly and efficient and the rolls i ordered were amazing! i work right down the street and will definitely be back.“

“Listen up! This is the BEST hibachi experience I have ever had. Highly recommend making your way to come here for dinner. From amazing staff to delicious food, I want to come back here everyday if my wallet would allow me to! Please don't pass up on the opportunity and make a reservation because they will be fully booked day of.“

“High quality, friendly service“

“I had an amazing experience at Beto’s Tepanyaki! The service was top-notch—friendly, attentive, and fast. The chefs are truly skilled.

I ordered the New York Steak and Chicken Bowl, cooked medium-rare, and it was absolutely delicious! The steak was tender and juicy, while the chicken was flavorful and perfectly grilled. The portion size was generous, and every bite was packed with amazing flavor.

If you’re looking for great food, excellent service, and a fun dining experience, Beto’s Tepanyaki is the place to go. Highly recommend!“

“Great hole in the wall sushi spot in Burbank! All the sushi & sashimi we had was delicious. Hamachi Kama was wonderful too - meaty & flavorful! Was on the pricey side of what we usually like to spend but a nice treat! That said, we did have a few sakes which added up to the total…“

“This is place is fantastic! It is such a unique experience, the food is delicious, fresh and so satisfying. We ate our food so quick that i didn't get a chance to take pictures of everything else we ordered.My husband and I have been coming here since late 2000's and so happy to support his business for many more years ❤️“

“I come here often and it never disappoints. Giselle made our visit this time! She was so sweet and very attentative. Kaliah was also amazing and so helpful. Thank you ladies for making our experience a great one! Oh… and the food always fire!“

“Kabosu has been a favorite spot for years....
Kabosu is my go to sushi spot....

Quality for its price point >>>
The flavor is impeccable...

My go to order consist of Spicy Truffle Edamame, Albacore Sashimi, Yellowtail Carpaccio, Lemon Roll, and the Yuzu roll. It doesn't matter if I am alone or with friends, I order the same regardless.

The staff are kind, warm, and welcoming! Their service is always incredible!

It is always a joy to dine at Kabosu <3“

“Really good food fresh and the ramen is soooooo yummy“

“Okay?get ready! This is a killer 5-star Hibachi restaurant! Hibachi is just ? ???The rice is not overcooked and fried perfectly, the steak is always from good pieces of meat without sinews,portions are huge? this is the most tasty and delicious Hibachi I have ever been eating! Thank you guys! Keep it up! THAT WAS 10TH TIME ORDER AND REPEATEDLY GREAT ? SO THEY ARE PRO“

“Excellent sushi in Burbank. Their omakase menu is amazing, the 7-courses menu is the one you don't want to miss. Service is way above standard. If you are in Burbank try this place out. Chirashi is another amazing dish. Great value for the quality of food they are serving. The vanilla ice cream tempura dessert is a lovely surprise.“

“I have been coming here with friends for several years and always enjoyed the staff and the service. The staff are very kind and attentive, and make sure that you were well tended to.The meals are always delicious and the tea is always served piping hot. I really love their Happy Hour roll selection that’s available for dine in only.I hope that this restaurant can continue to thrive and survive in the many years to come.?“

“Delicious sushi and fantastic service! A new favorite for sure 🍣“

“The best Japanese in Studio City is in Sherman Oaks here.“

“I’ve been coming here for the last couple decades staff are all very friendly, and the food is always very tasty. Their happy hour Monday deals are fantastic.“

“This place was so great to stop at after a long day at Ikea. The fish was so fresh and tasty. You can tell they put effort into their dishes. My daughter ordered the Baked Salmon roll and it was easily one of the best I've ever had. Would recommend! 5/5 Stars!“

“Great place. Good food and friendly staff.“

“Absolutely amazing quality and gorgeously-presented food. The staff went above and beyond and all are incredibly informed and obviously enjoy what they do. Rachel was a complete doll and made every moment memorable. One of the best, if not THE best, dining experiences offered in LA.“

“I Google mapped it and I didn't realize that it was in the swap meet. But it was a nice surprise. The gentleman's very nice and he's also very talented and his food was delicious. Don't knock the spot if you're in the area the swap meet? It's quite quaint in neighborhoodish if you're in this area this time I did take photos.“

“Leo is the best chef. So kind, personable, and knows his sushi. He makes just about everything from his ginger to his soy sauce from scratch even though he’ll tell you, “no soy sauce” for most of the sushi that comes as it should be eaten. Best sushi restaurant on Ventura Blvd by far. Make sure to try his dry aged fish!

Parking: There are a few spots behind the restaurant.“

“Staff is so nice and always ready to help.“

“Update: My second time here - after trying cold fish wrapped into the seaweed I got contacted by one of the regional managers. I came again - this time in Monday and it was packed. I had to wait for like 15 mins but it was a holiday.
I got seated and server lady was surprisingly good - I was getting food on time and rice to fish ratio was good too. The problem remained - half of my fish felt frozen. I will give this business 4 stars because of the regional manager and the bar's manager Christina - she was amazing - attentive, friendly, cooperative - what a great host!Thanks and I ll see you again soon

Original review:
I like to go to Kazunori in Santa Monica and Marina Del Rey

Decided to try this one today. The interior looks a little different. The place was almost packed at 2.30pm. The service was good. The host and the cashier were less friendly than at the other locations but thats ok.
What I really didnt like was the fact that all fish was cold almost to the freezing level. Therefore the taste was altered in a bad way - every roll tasted pretty much the same cause the fish shines when its a little on the cooler side. I got set of 6 and only crab roll was to the point. You guys need to adjust the temperature. The portions were a little smaller too. The atmosphere was ok I guess - not a place to go to socialize with other people. Everyone was minding their own business. Outside of that decent experience. Will visit it again next time“

“The food here was so good that we ate it before I could take any photos! The sushi chefs totally rocked! The atmosphere was dark and warm. It felt good. It felt like I was in a more upscale restaurant then just one and a strip mall in Sunland California. This place is nice yeah you can show up in your humblest attire and eat some of the best sushi you've ever had. Definitely worth a try. You'll likely be back again.“

“I ordered chicken teriyaki bowls with no veggies to go. They have a bunch of sauces you can choose from. I tried the orange, bulgogi, and the teriyaki sauces. I liked the bulgogi the most and my son liked the teriyaki sauce the most. The customer service was great, they were very patient with me when I had to change my order due to someone else. I think next time I will add veggies and try some more sauces and meats. The place looked clean and the staff was nice. I will definitely come again and I'm glad it's near my house“

“Came in kinda early (to beat the rush this place is always packed) was seated right away so I ordered for take out. Havent got my food yet, but I am salivating for the meal to come. My hostess/server was very polite and laughed at my corny jokes with a serious bellow and I couldnt tell if she thought I was funny or was her sense of humor as skewed as mine. At any rate she is wonderful and very professional. If I still had my restaurant I would poach her in a heartbeat! Always great fish and noodles.“

“I have enjoyed yakis to varying degrees for many years. It's been a staple and usually the food is fairly good. Thier teriyaki sauce is what takes it to a better place. If you like spicy, you can also try thier Bravo sauce which has a spicy cilantro kick to it. I enjoy my bowl with a scoop of thier potato salad. Also, if you want a little something sweet, the yakisito fits the bill. It's tapioca pudding in a egg roll wrapper.I only ever take my food to go, as the shop itself is not so comfy. Also service can be a bit off at times, especially if they're busy and English communication can occasionally be an issue. Overall though, give it a try
if you want some pretty good teriyaki in our area.“

“Omg this place is awesome! It is a perfect blend of simplicity, flavors and service. There's only one other place that I can remember, the tonkostu ramen being so rich and creamy not salty and that was in Washington DC. We also get the spicy crunchy tuna roll and that was excellent. I think the best restaurants make you want to make the trip back to enjoy them again, I'm coming back!“

“Came here the other day, and apparently it's under new management. I'd been here once a long while ago, and have to say the quality of food and presentation is much better than I remembered. Glad to have a great nearby ramen spot!“

“Had a great experience at this restaurant. Our server was attentive, friendly, and fast!

The Tornado Shrimp were a unique and tasty appetizer the dumplings were great too.

We were in the mood for sushi and it was great. So if you are looking for sushi in this neighbourhood check them out.“

“Music was horrible with cussing. when there was a kid in the restaurant. And they didn't notice that there was a kid in the restaurant and did nothing about it. And just played cussing music.

Kid-friendliness: No, had cussing music“

“I've been coming to this place for many years and the service was and continues to be great. I love the chicken bowl. It's really tasty and tbh you get a lot of food for your buck. I have nothing but good things to say about this place!“

“Kopan is a great spot for your Japanese fix. Although I typically like my ramen separate from my sushi, this may be an exception. The ramen broth was creamy and rich and full of flavor. The egg was perfectly cooked, but the ‘super spicy’ was lacking a good spicy kick. The sushi was good, but not quite “fine” sushi, but they had plenty of options and creative rolls to choose from. Their crispy rice appetizer is also amazing. All the staff were very friendly and always smiling. This is a great spot to come with friends for a nice casual meal.“

“I really enjoyed coming here for sushi, been to alot of places but this place is very surprising, don't be fool by th mail this place is extremely excellent.“