Browse menus, reviews and photos of Izakaya Restaurants near West Hollywood.
Sushi · $$$
8908 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood
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“I love this place! The food is fantastic! And I’m a regular for a reason 😉”
Japanese · $$$
1106 North La Cienega Boulevard Suite 201, West Hollywood
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“Unexpected find in a quiet little plaza in West Hollywood—easily the best unagi don I’ve had in SoCal. Two styles, both incredible, but the hitsumabushi stole the show. Could’ve eaten three more bowls without hesitation. 😋”
Mexican · $$
8743 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood
“We like a lot eating out. Yesterday we went to this delicious restaurant which we didn’t know before. We passed a delightful experience there with excellent dishes and a well-trained team and an impressive cook. We added this place in our list and we shall certainly return very soon. We deeply recommend.”
Japanese · $$
688 Mateo Street, Los Angeles · 8.33 miles
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“สนุกสนานอาหารอร่อย บรรยากาศดีมีระดับ”
Izakaya · $$$$
1356 Allison Avenue, Los Angeles · 6.42 miles
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“Bomb sushi!!!! Everything was wonderful, can’t say anything bad. Good rolls and gotta try the crispy rice for an appetizer😀”
Izakaya · $$$
654 North Virgil Avenue Unit 101, Los Angeles · 4.33 miles
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“Absolutely one of the best Japanese dining experiences! The vibe is incredible, the service is outstanding, and the people are genuinely some of the nicest you’ll ever meet! A special THANK YOU to the amazing staff who found my wallet on the floor. I’m forever grateful for her kindness and honesty! That alone says so much about the wonderful people who work here. And the FOOD?! Next level! The Yakisoba, the Wagyu beef, every dish, and the cocktails were absolutely incredible! Everything was delicious and made the whole experience unforgettable. This place has it ALL: amazing food, beautiful energy, exceptional service, and genuinely kind people. I’ll definitely be coming back again and again! Thank you for such a wonderful experience!”
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Izakaya · $$$
424 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica · 9.19 miles
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“Such a great find in Santa Monica! Great Happy Hour menu for both food and drinks and goes all day on Mondays. We asked our server what the ‘can’t miss’ menu items were and he nailed it. Corn ribs are the showstopper. The sashimi was so fresh. The black garlic shrimp was a little too salty for me but still a great flavor. Pork belly tacos were also a huge hit. I’d definitely go back.”
Izakaya · $$$
1929 Westwood Boulevard, Los Angeles · 5.12 miles
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“心の居酒屋です🏮 モツなべなど 博多メニュー充実”
Izakaya · $$
362 1st Street, Los Angeles · 7.56 miles
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“One of our favorites in Little Tokyo. I have been going here for more than a decade. Tofu sampler is always delicious. Sushi and sashimi cuts are of high quality. Over the years I have tried most of their menu and never had disappointment.”
Ramen · $$
10829 Oxnard Street, North Hollywood · 6.2 miles
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“My wife and I are from Sacramento, we cane down to NOHO for Universal Studios. We got here a day early and we always search for Ramen. We cane across this place. The place is small and seating is limited. Let's fast forward to the food. We both got the OG tonkatsu ramen at a mild spice flavor and eggs rolls and spicy edemame. The eggs rolls weren't special, the edemame was really good. Now for the main ramen it was delicious. The broth was thick and flavorful, the meat was cut smaller than what I'm used to and it was definitely a plus. Overall I will definitely come here again when I'm in the city”
Izakaya · $$
5259 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles · 3.19 miles
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“It was amazing, we went there on Friday late at night and it was happy hour!!!! We had some amazing Albacore rolls for about $3.00!! What??? The shrimp tempura was crispy and delicately sweet, we tried a few things, the seaweed salad was great, all the food was great but the highlight was an A5 Wagyu skewer, on arrival it looked a bit small but the two pieces of grilled melting meat are more than enough to feel the amazing taste of the marbled wagyu, I didn’t really need more. The service is outstanding, all the staff is super polite and the prices are incredible at that time of night. I’m looking forward for next weekend to go try a few things we saw the waiter bringing to the tables, we sat at the bar and kept asking -what was THAT!! And they were so nice and polite to stop and explain the dishes. Lovely lovely.”
Ramen · $$
11172 Washington Boulevard, Culver City · 6.39 miles
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“Good and delicious food…happy hour is great!”
Sushi · $$$
702 Arizona Avenue Ste BB, Santa Monica · 8.97 miles
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“Izakaya Miyabi was an unforgettable place for us. It has a cozy Japanese atmosphere that feels a little more special than a typical sushi restaurant, but still comfortable and relaxed. The menu has a lot to explore, from sushi and sashimi to yakitori, tempura, gyoza, black cod, and small izakaya-style dishes. We especially liked trying a variety of plates instead of ordering just one main dish. The spicy tuna crispy rice and hand rolls are also great choices. The service was attentive, the food came out at a nice pace, and the whole experience felt memorable. Definitely a place we would recommend when you want good Japanese food in Santa Monica.”
Sushi · $$$$
13354 West Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles · 8.22 miles
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“We had just comeback from a trip to Kyoto/Tokyo and craving for sushi. Randomly picked this as it was close to the hotel stay. Sashimi and Nigiri were on-par with what you get in Japan and from the food we could tell the chef was really good. The person serving (from Osaka, forgot his name) was very nice and we had a very good dinner. If anything, for the pricing, my feedback would be to make the service (sake cups, chopsticks, ... the whole experience) more Japanese/authentic - it was clean, etc., don't let that take away from the food, which was excellent! We would go back here.”
Sushi · $$
8050 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles · 1.27 miles
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“Best sushi ever. Better than Nobu”
Japanese · $$
408 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles · 1.17 miles
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“Delicious Udon and other Japanese specialties”
Japanese · $$$$
2861 West Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles · 5.09 miles
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“The best everything…so, Go!”
Japanese · $$$$
424 East 2nd Street, Los Angeles · 7.66 miles
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“The flavors of all the food was amazing.... everything on the menu was intriguing , I wish I tried it all!”
Japanese · $$
740 South Western Avenue Suite 115, Los Angeles · 3.74 miles
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“Ramen were super good and excellent customer service.”
Izakaya · $$
3680 Wilshire Blvd Ste#B03, Los Angeles · 3.75 miles
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“Stumbled on this place by accident before a show at the Wiltern. What a happy accident! Had a great spread, the Chicken Karage was fire, the sushi was fresh and the beer was cold! The scallop sushi with uni and truffle was the star of the meal. The server and the sushi chef were very friendly and accommodating especially considering we walked in without a reservation or any idea really where we were or what to expect. Will definitely be back!”
Japanese · $$
9300 Culver Boulevard Unit 117, Culver City · 4.92 miles
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“สนุกสนานอาหารอร่อย บรรยากาศดีมีระดับ”
Japanese · $$
15928 Ventura Boulevard Suite 120, Encino · 8.16 miles
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“Traditional Japanese izekaya. Daily specials. A definite must try.”
Japanese · $$
12404 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles · 7.49 miles
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“I want to give five stars, but it seems like every time I go their soba machine is broken and all they have are appetizers 😭 I’ve had more experiences going there and they don’t have any soba available than them having soba… definitely call ahead to check if they have the dish the restaurant is based on 🥹 5/5 soba when they do have it though”
Japanese · $$
1712 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles · 5.95 miles
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“Exceptional flavors in salmon carpaccio, shishito tacos were delicious and filling and the udon was cheesy and tasty. Our server never pushed us to buy anything and when I asked about one dish over the other, his sincere response made me get both! Amazing, quick service and intimate moody environment. I consider this a hidden gem and hope it stays this way! I didn’t take food pics because we were so hungry and devoured everything.”
Ramen · $$
3600 Ocean View Boulevard Suite 12, Glendale · 11.01 miles
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“A hidden gem in Montrose. Very good food, attentive service, reasonable price.”
Ramen · $$
13727 Victory Boulevard, Valley Glen · 7.81 miles
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“Delicious food, fun atmosphere and very affordable! Always a great time!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Japanese · $$
2212 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica · 7.89 miles
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“The first rainy fall day in LA is best spent getting ramen, which is what I did. I had never been here before, but figured I’d give it a try. Let me preface and say that, as a 20-year vegetarian, there are certain foods I don’t expect to be wowed by anymore. If there is one vegan ramen on the menu, I’ve been proven time and time again that it will be good enough, but not something to write home about. Well……. Kanpai proved me wrong. This ramen was absolutely amazing!!!! The broth, garnishes, noodles, all of it. I was shocked I finished the entire bowl, even trying to scoop what remained of the broth in the bottom of the bowl. Truly a delight that elevated my rainy LA day. Thank you, Kanpai!”
Hawaiian · $$
24 Windward Avenue, Venice · 9.56 miles
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“We found this place by of chance needing to use the bathroom whilst walking around Venice and what a great find. Staff are lovely and welcoming and attended to us well. The place was very clean and the food was just right and so tasty. I will be returning when I visit again.”
Izakaya · $$
1501 Sunset Boulevard Unit A, Los Angeles · 6.17 miles
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“Came here with friends for our last dinner in the city. The food was soooo delicious and Dean was SO funny and welcoming. Super reasonably priced and the ambiance was cozy and hip. The vegan rice bowl was a big unexpected hit and the crispy rice was to dieeee for. We can’t wait to come back :-)”
Sushi · $$$
517 West Washington Blvd 2nd Floor, Marina del Rey · 9.33 miles
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“Authentic, delicious and wonderful. A true Venice beach gem..! Highly recommend this place and will be back 100%! Thank you for the excellent service and stellar food. 🤙🏽”
Japanese · $$$$
1305 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice · 9.14 miles
“We loved every dish and would happily come back to order everything all over again! The service was great, too. The only downside was the noise level. Since it was just the two of us, we could still manage to have a conversation, but the restaurant was quite loud, which is something to keep in mind. This is the main reason for my 4-star rating rather than 5.”
Japanese · $$
809 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles · 2.27 miles
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“Best sushi in the city! You feel like you’re in Tokyo.”
Japanese · $$
2627 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica · 7.55 miles
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“Found this restaurant in March and just returned for Mother’s Day dinner xoxoxo Great quality food and drinks, very pleasant staff!!! Authentic Japanese food items plus a touch of personality of its own makes their menu awesome and unique. We will come back for many many more.”
Sushi · $$
3959 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles · 3.36 miles
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“I dined in for lunch. Their lunch set was esthetically enjoyable and tasted good. The squid and octopus had herbal aroma which I have not experienced in other sushi restaurants. The rice and fish ratio was good. The staff was kind. Service was fast.”
Sushi · $$$
3503 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles · 4.89 miles
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“There’s a lot to appreciate about Sonmari… fresh ingredients, creative dishes, a lovely ambiance, and great music that brings everything together. The uni toast was delicious, the miso clam chowder was another highlight, and the hand rolls were so fresh and yummy.. The kitchen team also looked neat and professional. I noticed the chef walking around and checking on the dining room throughout the evening. Seeing him present on the floor made me want to share this feedback, because there was so much I enjoyed, alongside a part of the experience that may not have been as visible to him. The host deserves special recognition. She welcomed guests with a beautiful smile, made eye contact, and was consistently warm and helpful. She explained things clearly and made me feel genuinely welcome. With her natural hospitality, I could also see her being a wonderful server if that’s something she’s interested in. She’s a wonderful asset to the team. The service at the table, however, felt less consistent. About three or four different servers assisted me throughout the evening, which left me unsure who to turn to. The first gentleman brought water without a greeting. The server who took my order was a taller woman with her hair in a ponytail, whom I noticed leaving around 6:45 p.m. I’m including those details only to help identify the interaction, since I didn’t catch her name. She approached without a greeting or introduction, just straight to you ready to order? When I asked for recommendations, she pointed to items on the menu with little explanation or enthusiasm, then took my order and walked away. To me, the interaction felt impersonal, especially compared with the warmth of the host and several other team members. I understand that everyone can have a difficult day, and this is only my experience from one evening. Still, that interaction affected how the overall meal felt. Chef, your food gave me so much to enjoy that evening, and I appreciated seeing you out in the dining room. I hope this comes across in the spirit it’s intended: a guest sharing something you might not have had the chance to observe yourself. A little more attention to warmth and consistency in the table service could help carry the care I experienced in your food through the entire meal. ♥️🙏🙌🏼”
Japanese · $
1601 Sawtelle Boulevard Suite 101, Los Angeles · 5.95 miles
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“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!”
Izakaya · $$
8420 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles · 1.37 miles
“i absolutely love this restaurant! it's my new go-to sushi place. their fish is incredibly fresh & delicious. i find their prices very fair especially compared to other high scale sushi restaurants like matsuhisa & nobu. my favorite dishes are the hamachi yellowtail, spicy hamachi roll, spicy salmon roll, and salmon nigiri with caviar. my only complaint would be that it was difficult to hear & understand the chef & servers when we were there because it was so loud/busy, but i'm not going to dock a star for that.”
Sushi · $$
4025 Del Rey Avenue, Marina del Rey · 8.46 miles
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“The man inside was nothing but kind to me. Im not from LA and my phone died trying to find my way back to my hotel. I went into Jersey Mikes and he refused to lend me a charger for a couple minutes. I decided to try here and he let me use it, offered me candy, and was so nice. I didnt try the food but with with their hospitality alone I will come eat here on my next visit. Thank you again!”
Sushi · $$
8562 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles · 1.52 miles
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“The food was excellent, especially the first white sushi roll! I can’t remember the name since it was about a month ago but we loved it so much and will definitely be back. You should definitely try it! The service is great too!!”
Asian · $$$
123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street Suite 204, Los Angeles · 7.23 miles
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“Viviana really makes the atmosphere an amazing experience. Her customer service and attention to detail is a 10 out of 10. She remembers when i bring my party of friends and welcomes them with a smile. She goes above and beyond and im greatful to have her as a server.”
Izakaya · $$
11613 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles · 6.17 miles
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“Intimate atmosphere with the best fish, vegetables and pickled vegetables. Like being in Japan.”
Japanese · $$
230 North San Fernando Boulevard, Burbank · 7.02 miles
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“I just went to eat here for lunch on a Saturday to have sushi and I had the best experience. The food was great and the servers were very nice especially a really nice girl named Julia she made my dining experience so much better she was very nice and very attentive when serving she brought me water napkins and I didn’t even have to ask for anything. I would recommend this place to anyone who loves sushi. The food is outstanding and the service is second to none. It’s my favorite restaurant to eat at.”