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    Hinoki & The Bird

    3.8 (1.6k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndAsian Fusion, New American
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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Joey H.

    We ordered the duck and it did not disappoint. Every piece was crispy. The drinks were strong, the dessert was delish. Server was great.

    Breanna A.

    Came in last month on a Thursday for a team dinner. Not too busy on a Thursday night so quickly sat and orders placed once the whole party arrived. For drinks I ordered a vodka gimlet, great flavor and very refreshing. For food we ordered almost everything to share- their house sourdough, hamachi sashimi, Maine lobster roll, jidori chicken, crispy Brussels sprouts, mushroom fried rice, grilled broccolini and roasted carrots. Everything was delicious! My favorites were the hamachi sashimi, lobster roll, Brussels and fried rice. For my main I opted for the black cod - perfected flaky and great smoky flavor. To finished we shared the miso donuts and pear tarte for dessert. Everything was great- the ambiance, the food, drinks, service and the company. Overall a great night at Hinoki.

    Cheeseburger!
    Fork In The Road E.

    Came here for lunch. Food: I loved everything! Ambiance: gorgeous! Service: Grumpy waiter We ordered: cheeseburger 5/5 Japanese ceaser w/salmon 5/5 Jidori chicken 5/5 Japanese pomme frites-good if you like oceanic flavors. Cocktails: delicious! Best Mocktail ever-The California Crush! So nice to have an adult N/A cocktail rather than a kids drink. Highly recommend!!!

    Ponzu sashimi
    Vera L.

    Beautiful restaurant with Valet parking only. They had a smaller focused menu, and we were able to try everything since I came here with a larger group. We were seated outside, but the food did take a bit longer to deliver. The black cod, the tenderloin, with a side of crispy brussel sprouts were the best on the menu. Cocktails were also crafted well and were on the stronger side. Overall great ambience and decent place to try out.

    Cheesecake
    Diana G.

    The décor is an absolute 10/10, and the service matches it. The staff members were genuinely friendly, and the space itself is beautiful. I loved the lighting and the outdoor heaters--they created such a cozy atmosphere. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the ambiance. I was disappointed because everything looked so appealing, but the quality and flavor just weren't there. The salmon appeared farm-raised, and none of the dishes really stood out. The fried mushroom rice was the best of the bunch, but even that didn't wow me. I was disappointed with the drinks as well.

    Cynthia G.

    I really enjoyed the food and service! Beautiful restaurant with great outdoor seating Serves family style portions and everything I had was delicious. My favorite was the friend rice and cod dish.

    Mindy C.

    The sashimi and the scallops were so good. Great starters. The duck was quite dry and bao not really close to traditional nor better than normal bao. Oysters were kind of bitter and also not really accentuated by the toppings they added on. The cod was fine, cool burning wood chips next to it experience but not really flavor-affecting. Desserts were okay. Just normal donut holes were fine. Cake was fine. the trifle was REALLY weird. There was something in the matcha layer that was extremely bitter and almost chemical tasting it was inedible to me. Came here for my birthday and the hostess asked about it, saying she would tell our server. They didn't do anything though :( Also we were one of like two tables there that night, so was a little sad. Overall, would unfortunately not recommend thiss as a fine dining experience. For this price, could have much more delicious flavors and better execution. Ambience and entrance were cool but flavors and dishes were not really there.

    Dyanne D.

    We went for the Valentine's Day prix-fixe menu at $150 per person, and honestly... I feel scammed. Yes, the restaurant is pretty. Yes, the servers were nice. But none of that justifies the price when the food is a complete letdown. The portions were tiny--like, tasting menu tiny--but the flavors were not tasting menu quality. I wouldn't care if the plates were small if the food was incredible, but it was just... bland. Regular. Forgettable. Nothing that made me think, "Wow, this is worth $150." The only decent part of the meal was the steak (which was literally like five small pieces). That's it. Everything else felt like filler dressed up to look fancy. We spent around $400 for Valentine's dinner and left disappointed and still thinking about getting food somewhere else. For a place that charges this much, the food should be mind-blowing. Instead, it felt like paying luxury prices for average food in a pretty room. Save your money. Cute vibe, weak execution, not worth it--especially for a special occasion.

    So good!!
    Liting F.

    This has been on my list to dine for a very long time!! Glad to see that they are still standing. The place is like a secret spot. Valet parking only($15). The outside was very nice. It felt a great spot for a dinner date. I got the cod and my friend got the steak. Very good!! We also got a side of mushrooms and broccolini. They were a very large portion! We also had a really nice glass of cab! That was the best!! Service was okay. Not bad, its what I would expect from a place like this.

    Yuzu cocktail
    Akiko I.

    - Gluttony Expedition - Sweet potato: this is surprisingly a good dish. Lightness and Fried chicken: cooked well, but lack in flavors. Beef: too chewy. Salmon: nothing like you could get at Pasjoli. Lacking in the cooking skill. Very underwhelming. - Conqueror's Deduction - Probably the ownership changed?! I've been wanting to come for a long while, but it was a total disappointment. Lacking in flavor, cooking skills aren't so good. Cocktails are the saving grace. Nothing wow. Total let down.

    Japanese Okinawan Yam
    Ashley V.

    A hidden spot tucked away next to Century City Mall ! The vibes were great and the food was interesting. They serve Asian American dishes, so I had mixed thoughts, some things were hits and misses. Overall though, it's a decent spot to check out if you're in the area ! Lobster Roll - Decent! The lobster was great, especially with the hint of curry they add to the lobster mixture. The miss for me here was the charcoal brioche bun, it was a bit tough and had a grainy texture. Crispy Jidori Chicken - Crunchy! The chicken was really crispy on the outside and tender on the inside ! The radish cubes were a great palette cleanser ! Hinoki Scented Black Cod - Tender! The cook on the black cod was great, it was very flaky and tender to the touch ! The sunomono cucumbers were refreshing and the charred eggplant was cool. The miss here was the sauce (i think the soy reduction). I like the black sauce, but the light brown one took away from the flavor of the fish. Japanese Okinawan Yam - Sweet! You can't go wrong with Japanese yam, it has the perfect sweetness and this dish was plated beautifully. The miss here was the umeboshi crème fraiche. It tasted like cream cheese, which isn't a bad thing, but there was too much on top of the yam, it took away from the flavor of the actual yam.

    Bahn mi Bbq Pork
    Laura K.

    The food was okay, I definitely expected a little more for the price point. I got the bahn mi sandwich and it was a little dry. The service was great, our waiter was very nice and attentive. The ambience was casual and the patio area is beautiful. It got a little noisy during lunch rush, but it was still a good experience. I valeted my car and it was $12. Overall, I'm glad I tried it once but I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to come back.

    Lamb, perfectly cooked
    Pascal L.

    Original fares, with good flavors and off the beaten path combinations. Trendy spot, cozy ambiance, bit pricey but that comes with the location I guess. Service was good but it took quite a long time to get our dishes and the wait for our entrees was a bit annoying. The sashimi was good. Great quality fish, the sauce was a tad salty for my taste and I could have used a touch of acid. The uni baguette was surprising and I like the flavor and taste. I am wondering if the serving temperature was right or if the plate sat a bit in the kitchen and the temperature of the bread raised the temperature of the uni. The temperature contrast might have been interesting. I didn't ask the waiter if this was the way the chef wanted it or not. The Japanese Okinawan yams were a nice surprise. The pickled onions made everything brighter. Good mouth feel too. The lamb rack was perfectly cooked. The tamarind seasoning was pungent, too salty on its own. However the yogurt sauce tamed it nicely. The surprise was the bed of thai basil it came on. It was actually really adding to the profile of the dish IMHO. The black cod was cook to perfection, glistening, moist, flaky. Very very good. For final, the miso donuts were a bit disappointing. Dense , and didn't get the savory sweet and umami the dish name was promising.

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    Hilariously small $400 meal for valentines. Felt like a comedy sketch. 10/10 would laugh at again.

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    Ask the Community - Hinoki & The Bird

    Are they pet friendly?

    Generally, food establishments are not pet friendly unless there's outdoor dining. Service dogs are allowed anywhere the owner is allowed. But, under no circumstance is any animal allowed in the service prep areas. This policy is also at the… Read more

    Are there vegan menu or decent vegan options besides the corn soup?

    There is a vegan menu on the web site: https://www.hinokiandthebird.com/vegan-menu

    What is the price of butter lobster ramen ?and is it worth to try?

    I believe the butter lobster ramen was about $25-$30. I didn't try it when I ate there because I already ordered the lobster charcoal bun dish (fresh, light, and delicious). I would recommend the lobster ramen because many reviews recommend it and… Read more

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