Loved this authentic Japanese spot and it's lowkey a hidden gem because the front of the restaurant…read moreis tucked away in an alley with other stores surrounding it. Walking in there's plenty of seating and gives Izakaya vibes. One thing I love about this place is their portions and price. I got their special chicken cutlet combo which came with California rolls, udon, rice salad, katsu and miso soup all for $25, thats so good. Even if it was $30 I feel like thats solid for what you get. All of it was delicious and I loved the katsu most of all. Would definitely come back and bring my family.

I came here for lunch and there was no wait. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. It was nice…read morethat I can bring my dog for patio seating. I ordered the special fish combo with salmon, cold soba, soup, salad, and cali rolls. The food came out pretty quick. I was surprised how good the salmon was and everything tasted clean/healthy. This combo is enough food to share between 2 people. I would come back again to try other items on the menu. It is a bit on the pricey side but worth the try!

Man I really love this place. The combo dinners is really where it's at. Really large portions for…read morea great price, especially for Japanese food. And the quality is great. Combo plates all come with a miso soup, bowl of rice, and cabbage salad. Got the sashimi (which are thickkk delicious pieces) and the miso cod (so good and flakey deliciousness). We also got the miso cod + chicken teriyaki. The portion of chicken teriyaki is largeee!!! Such a good deal and the chicken is delicious and not dry. A bit of a small restaurant, very homey and very on brand with the typical small home style Japanese restaurant in the South Bay. Service is polite and kind and speed is very reasonable. OH! They even gave us free edamame when we asked for to go boxes, they must've had extra that night before closing. A South Bay treasure I'll be coming back to again and again

It is a tiny, cozy spot that delivers massive comfort and even bigger flavor. The space is small,…read morethe wait can stretch, but the payoff is undeniable. There is plenty of parking in the back entrance. Once you're seated, the warmth of the staff and the aroma from the kitchen set the tone immediately. The portions are generous from perfectly crisp cutlets, and homestyle dishes that feel crafted and all look so delicious. Service is excellent, the vibe is intimate, and the food consistently hits that comfort mark. This place is absolutely worth the wait. Miguel C.

Dear Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori,…read more I feel duped. I came here thinking I was going to enjoy grilled chicken skewers. Instead, I was subjected to eating some of the most epic beef and pork skewers ever. Had I known you guys were serving up a variety of delicious grilled meats, I would have been here sooner! Seriously, stop grilling meats so satisfyingly oily, juicy, and smoky. It's too damn addictive!

I really liked this place and the food as well. There's always a packed house but that's how it…read moreshould be. Their menu is full of variety and a high quality one offering Wagyu, Prime, and select cuts of your preferred meat. Come with friends and be as loud as you want but make sure to include the servers they like to have fun too. Unfortunately, I have to take one off because they failed to check in us a few times but I believe this was due to a staff rotation/change. We had to wait time to order and they failed to tell us that sushi was unavailable until the end of the night and that was a majority of one person's dinner.

Love the belt sushi here but, HATE were the ordering tablet is positioned high above the belt…read more Gives me a pain in the neck looking up and to the side! Would be great if you would lower it to on the table, I can tell oth r rs dont like it cause they're holding their necks! For that I gave it 4 stars instead of 5! Other than that sushi is good! I'll be back but, I can only take so much pain...

I've been here for lunch and dinner. Both times were excellent. I love the quality and efficiency…read moreof the food and service. It's so nice having this restaurant in a grocery store, too. I can get some shopping done after eating

Otafuku is gass. Everything I had was insanely delicious. There were 5 of us and the appetizers all…read morehad 5 pieces which was perfect. The first thing I tried was the Sizzling Mushroom Gravy over Crispy Rice; The dish was to die for and my personal favorite thing I tried. I don't even know how to describe how flavorful and well put together the gravy was with mushroom pieces that were perfectly soft and easy to eat. Next was the salad which was so fresh, citrusy, and tasty; It was salty and all the flavors complemented each other so well forming a perfect citrusy salad. After that was the shrimp tempura. It was not too fried/flaky. It was kind of like a taquito. The shrimps flavor was very fresh with a complementary umami flavor. The Sardine Sashimi was super high quality. It was super soft and fatty and ended with a heavy pleasant fishy flavor. The miso grilled cod was great. Not much to say about it was almost creamy and the miso was good. I ate the skin too and it tasted great. The main part of this place is the soba. The kikouchi soba are thicker 100% buckwheat noodles that were very well cooked and pleasant to eat. The Plum "Ume" broth was so refreshing and nice. I ate it cold; I probably would have preferred it hot but the is just a personal preference. The Ginger Pork was great. The pork itself was super gingery without being too pungent. The shredded cabbage was super easy to pick up and eat and the side of noodle salad and miso soup were great complements to the meal. I can tell no corners were cut anywhere and that Otafuku puts a little of effort into every meal they prepare. There is great care for all of the preparations and it was a very special meal. I felt like I was in Japan for a second as the feel of the restaurant is very "homey" and the ambiance is a nice cheerful atmosphere.

Super authentic. Great service. Literally like I'm teleported to Japan. Had amazing dinner…read more Everything was perfect. I wish I could eat here everyday. If you've never been here try it! Won't regret! Guaranteed!!!

Japanese Italian cuisine is served here and it is delicious- the pasta is perfectly al dente and…read morethe sauce is light but flavorful. It's a small restaurant and they don't take reservation but the way isn't too long. They have both counter seating and a few small tables. Service is quick and friendly-many people have been coming here for years and the kitchen consist of brothers who have been making the pasta for a long time. I enjoyed the clam pasta, and my boyfriend got the spinach bacon pasta, which he says he orders every time! They are simple but delicious.

Great spot that's on the corner of the street! My parents have been bringing me and my sister to…read morethis spot for years. This was one of the spots they went to when they first started dating many many years ago. It's definitely nostalgic every time we eat here. So glad to see that they're still here and thriving. There's a small parking lot in the back and street parking available. The restaurant is pretty small and only has 4 tables, but lots of bar style seatings. Lines can get pretty long but service is pretty quick. Crazy since they still have their $1 salad still available! It's such a good deal and the salad dressing is delicious. All of their pastas had been delicious. They have a lot of fusion pastas.

We dined here for lunch on Thursday with s group of 12. The experience was fantastic from start to…read morefinish. First the ambiance - very pleasing surroundings. The waiters were very kind as patient - especially since I was a first timer here. So I asked for advice and got the eel with cucumber, yellowtail and tuna. The lens came on a special tray in open tender shells. Perfect for adding sauces and eating with your hands without making a mess. It was hard to pick a favorite but the eel was perfectly flavored and tasted great. Everything was exceptionally presented and very appealing. I had hot tea and received several refill without asking. Turned out everyone in our group wanted to pay individually. The waitress was super patient and handle our payments like a pro and kept a smile the entire time. I really want to come back here again. I believe it's better to make a reservation so I'll keep that in mind. Parking was easy. The lot is not huge and supports several other businesses and restaurants but I find a spot as soon as. I entered the lot. This place had my highest recommendation.

Came for lunch. I got the 5 hand roll lunch special comes with soup and small salad. Handrolls are…read morehuge just the flavor is interesting. I think they have quality sushi. Beautiful new trendy feel. Friendly service. Plenty items to choose from on their menu.

One of my friends has been coming here since they were little and has been recommending it forever…read more I had been once a couple years ago, but was happy to come back with family! It was pretty busy on a Sunday evening, but after about a 5-minute wait for a table to be cleaned, we were seated. The space had a lively, casual vibe -- definitely a popular spot for dinner. I love seafood, but I also really wanted to try the katsu, so even though I'm not a big eater, I went with Combo D... which was huge. Honestly, I think it could easily feed two people. The side soup and bread came out almost immediately. The soup was simple but nice with a bit of pepper, and the bread was so good -- warm, soft, and buttery (I had to pace myself knowing what was coming). The pasta was delicious -- the clams weren't overly "clammy" (lol), and the cream sauce was light and not too heavy. The katsu was crispy and satisfying, and the salad added a nice, refreshing balance. Everything worked really well together. I ended up taking a good portion home, and even reheated, it was still just as good! Overall, a great spot with generous portions and solid food. I'd definitely come back and would recommend it to others!

WHY AKANE CHAYA? - Ever since 1991 a staple in Gardena…read more - Budget friendly pricing and portions - Craving Japanese-Italian besides Spoon House FOOD 4/5 Hamburger Steak & Pork Cutlet with Demi-Glace Sauce 4/5 - h.steak was soft and went well with the sauce - cutlet wasn't fatty Shrimp Spicy Tomato Sauce - Sauce isn't as thick as Spoon House, so it depends on what you like better SERVICE 4/5 Both staff members were extremely kind and friendly. No issues PARKING 5/5 Pacific Square Shopping Center has tons of ample parking