Food-delicious, small plates Service- very attentive…read more Ambiance- small place inside with fabulous rock & roll/punk decor, posters, tee-shirts, LPs etc. Outdoor patio too. Restroom- the ladies room was done in 70's retro decor, clean, well stocked and cute. Parking-paid lot right across the street.

Channeling Little Tokyo's legendary punk diner Atomic Cafe, Funhouse is a uniquely LA izakaya…read morefilled with posters & other punk memorabilia without any of the formal pretense many Japanese restaurants in America attempt to envoke. Owner Tsubasa is an old school punk rocker who originally came to LA 20 years ago to pursue his dreams of being a musician, but invariably found himself working in food service to pay the bills in between gigs, and that's the energy he brings here. He still plays with local bands and wanted to create someplace that combines his love of food with music. The food might not be the best you've ever eaten and the menu feels a little confused, it's more like something you might cobble together when friends drop over unexpectedly, but that's also the vibe. Imagine you're hanging out with some buddies in your man cave having a jam session when one of the guys who is also a bit of a fisherman carves up some sashimi from his latest catch for everyone to nibble on with some beer while shooting the shit and listening to great music. It's that casual hang-out with friends vibe here and if that's what you're looking for, this is the place.

Came here for happy hour and was impressed by how tasty everything was. Excellent ramen and sushi…read moreselections-- affordable too. And best of all: the service was stellar! Staff are always friendly and welcoming. Happy this neighborhood sushi spot is here!

Really yummy yummy Great place! Love the sushi and ice…read morecream!!!! We come here few times a year

The freshest fish!…read more The staff was incredibly kind & welcoming, but more importantly...efficient. The menu is well organized and quite extensive, along with some daily special offerings. I can definitely see why this place has a wait for tables.

love this place, consistently has the freshest sashimi around. i don't get the bad reviews at all…read more best sushi place in the area, hands down.

Jōdo Sake Bar has been a long time in the making, and I'm happy to see it has finally opened after…read moremuch hard work. The space on Temple Street has high beam ceilings and a large, open feel. In a nod to Japanese izakaya, the side tables have tatami pads for seating, but on raised platforms rather than sunken into the floor. Paper and fabric lanterns provide soft, warm lighting after dark. The room is stylish with a handcrafted feel that keeps it from feeling like a slick product of a "dining and nightlife concepts" development group. Instead, this is for locals, by locals, your friendly neighborhood sake bar. Sake is the star here, with nearly a dozen available by the glass in addition to the selection of One Cup varieties. There is also a selection of draft and bottled and canned beers. I expect the selection will grow as the bar gets up and running, including a bottle list. The food menu is brief ― karaage (Japanese-style fried chicken), Japanese sausages, and one other item that I forgot ― but there are supposedly off-menu items you can ask about. (Shhh! I didn't say anything!) The karaage is flavored with yuzukoshō, a paste of yuzu citrus and green chilis, that adds a wonderful flavor dimension without making it too spicy. It's a delicious take on the dish. I've had difficulty warming up to sake, but the varieties I had at Jōdo were excellent, with depth of flavor and distinct personalities. Their selections are well-chosen. The bartender/host is a gracious fellow, and the bar had warm, convivial vibes. It's a comfortable neighborhood spot but one worth seeking out from around town, too. They hope to have a listening bar program similar to those in the famous Tokyo bars of that style going in the coming months, as well. Jōdo Sake Bar is a great new addition to L.A.'s scene, especially in the Historic Filipinotown area between Westlake and Echo Park. I hope this is just the start of what will be a longtime fixture in the area.

Super informative and a very chill place. Highly recommend. They really figure out what you want…read moreto drink if you ask

All day happy hour and great place to watch dodger game!!…read more Plenty of parking outside:)

The service from the minute you walk in was amazing. I love that I didn't have to ask for water ,…read moreJade immediately brought it while I browsed the menu. The sushi is fresh, clean with a soft buttery taste. It literally melts in your mouth. Shoutout to Jade for the suggestion! She was spot on! The steamed gyoza was a delicious. I will be coming back , absolutely my new favorite spot . I hate that I am writing this because I want to gatekeep this new hotspot but it was too good of an experience not to share!

Such a cute place!!! It's hidden behind a coffee shop and burger place. It took me a minute to find…read moreit, but walk towards the coffee shop and there's a "driveway" to the right of the coffee shop which has a courtyard of food places. Walk straight up and you will see a tiny looking house. I saw them on "Worth it". Lady behind the counter was so nice and helpful. I went for the potato salad, $6. This one has apples and cucumber in the mix. Pretty good! Kimchi is just perfectly layered And delicious! $8. It is worth it as you could tell it's homemade and not processed. Plenty of other Banchan to choose from! Kimbap and a whole menu. You can eat out in the courtyard. Street parking.

If you LOVE banchan, Perilla is the place for you! This takeout-only space has no room inside for…read moretables. A cold case offers an array of pre-packed banchan, and hot boxes are ordered at the same register where you pay. May sure you order the Dosirak for rich slices of buttery black cod. You get to try four banchan with it as well. The Mushroom Dupbap is another hot option. The maitakes are fresh and perfectly cooked but could use a little less salt. A side of Smoked Eggs is a must. These are the best thing they make aside from the cod. Not all banchan are made equal, and it seems all the mushrooms are a miss. Mushroom Bokkeum is mostly tofu, and the Jang a Ji has maybe 6 slices of king trumpet mushroom. Love the mix of sweet and spicy from the Fermented Cucumber with Korean Pear, and the Spigarello Namul is umami and mild. I didn't love everything I ate, but I do love coming here. The banchan can be hit or miss, but the cod is fantastic, and it's just so much fun to try it all!

First time eating here and happy we did. I had the Albacore crispy onion sushi and my son had the…read moresalmon avocado roll. He enjoyed his and I was surprised on how delicious mine was. Clean open space with good friendly service. Thank you to the staff

My wife and I have very different palates. I usually prefer burgers or Mexican food, but she loves…read moreAsian cuisine. This time, she was craving sushi. The staff were attentive, even though we only ordered one dish. The sushi chef prepared our spicy tuna roll quickly, and it tasted pretty good. My wife liked it so much, she even asked me to try a piece. I was only able to eat one, as I was already too full. We would be happy to return if we're ever in the area again.

Otomisan is truly an institution! We loved the food here as much as I loved the service and the…read morevibes. We called in an order close to closing so I genuinely appreciate how the server coordinated with us. Sooo incredibly kind and professional! The food was excellent and every bite we ate, we were MOANING in delight. My friend really felt and tasted the authenticity and that says a lot because Japanese restaurants really respect doing things right. Their simple menu really speaks to it. The salmon teriyaki actually did not come with miso soup or teriyaki sauce :( but they did put it over a bed of onions which was...AMAZING. You can't have some salmon without some caramelized onions over a bed of hot white rice. My friend's gyoza was great but I really liked her avocado roll. Simple done right. Much appreciated Otomisan! We'll be back soon and we will DEFINITELY order more :D

Taste: 5 Creativity/Authenticity: 5…read moreAtmosphere: 5 Service: 10 Bang for your buck: 5 So this place was'nt my first choice and we stumbled upon this place since all the spots we were trying to go to were closed or ran out of food?! But let me tell you this place was a blessing in disguise!! First this place is in small little shop with a counter and man does this place have some charm they don't make restaurants like this no more, and we were able to snag a boot, and when I say small they have 3 booths and a counter with 6 seats and this place filled up fast. Now to the food, got the combination with sashimi and chicken teriyaki and my buddy got the tempura and the cut sushi rolls... everything was amazing, came out quick and hit the spot something about small mom and pop restaurants that hit different form the Chains. Service here can't get any better, our waitress was so nice and despite this place being packed she was very attentive and just a great person to talk to about the history of this restaurant. I love the ambiance here, very charming and just feels like going to grandmas house I dunno!! Overall I will definitely come back for the pork katsu looks delicious!! Thanks for the food and hope more people will discover those gems in the city