I literally picked this place as it was in the middle of who I was meeting. We've all never been…read morethere. Saw some pics via yelp and figured there was a lot to choose from. Parking: you can either park on the street, if there is parking; or park in the lot where h can enter from the back of the restaurant. Get there before 5 to grab a seat because the place fills up QUICK. Inside is small and narrow. If you're not a big eater, share a dish. Their portions are HUGE!! Biggest plates I've seen for a Japanese restaurant. The servers there work hard and try to be quick as possible. I would definitely come back here.

Azuma's menu is incredibly extensive, offering just about every type of Japanese comfort food you…read morecan think of. From sashimi, yakitori, udon, donburi, and so much more. With so many options, it was honestly a little overwhelming to choose. I decided to keep things simple and ordered the sashimi and broiled mackerel fish set, which came with rice, miso soup, cabbage salad, and macaroni salad. My husband couldn't settle on just one dish, so he went all out with a chicken oyakodon, grilled salmon, steamed eggplant, and a stir-fried chicken and bean sprout dish. The restaurant itself is narrow and deep, which actually reminded me of some of the small alleyway restaurants we visited during our travels in Japan. It added to the cozy and authentic feel. The service was attentive, especially when we requested a few extra items. One thing that really stood out was their ponzu sauce. It seemed to include green onions and perhaps a touch of vinegar, and it was absolutely delicious. It paired perfectly with the sashimi, steamed eggplant, and even the chicken dishes. Next time, I'm definitely going to spend some time studying the menu beforehand. The portions were generous enough that we had leftovers for another meal, and we were lucky enough to find parking right in front of the restaurant.

I love Kagura! Their chicken katsu set is delicious and my favorite item on the manu: perfectly…read morecrispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with juicy meat. It's also a great deal for a quick lunch (around $13.25), especially considering the quality. The service is fast and efficient, making it an ideal go-to when you want something tasty and you are in a hurry. Consistently good food, great value, and quick service, Kagura is definitely a place I keep coming back to!

Haiku: Kagura…read more Well-balanced set meals Flavorful, crispy katsu Simple, yet classic. --- Located in Tokyo Centra's food court, Kagura is a solid choice for an authentic Japanese meal. Specializing in crispy, savory pork and chicken katsu, this spot delivers every bite that hits the spot. Typically, people prefer pork katsu, but I opted for the Chicken Oroshi Katsu set because I love grated radish and the refreshing ponzu sauce. It helps cut the savoriness of the deep-fried chicken breast cutlet. Service is order and pickup at the counter. During popular dining hours, the food court tables can be difficult to come by.

Back again. I remembered they have a great BENTO BOX, so that's what I ordered again and…read morerecommended the same for my friend. We had a great time here on a Saturday afternoon. The food was as great as I remember and although the restaurant had plenty of people, we didn't feel rushed. Everything was delicious from the sashimi, tempura, fish, nishime and chicken karaage. The bento box also comes with potato salad, udon and gohan. When I'm in Gardena, this is my choice for Bento Box... You literally get a little of everything!

Food: good solid Japanese fair with emphasis on udon. The broth was clear and delicious. Edamame…read morewas bland. No salt. The udon noodles had a nice chew but not too much. The tempura was good , not excellent. The shrimp was the best. Ambiance: old school but charming Service: it was a small mom and pop place. The one waitress was very pleasant. I liked it a lot. It's a casual place to get solid Japanese food. Nothing fancy. But solid. Prices are reasonable. 2 for dinner. With edamame and tempura sides plus 20% tip was $74 . So please try them. Bon appetit

Chicken Katsu: Dry, overcooked, and likely fried more than once…read more. Curry sauce: Tasty and smoky. The texture is where this misses the mark. It not like " sauce " at all. Its thick and almost pasty. Tastes great but the texture is off-putting. Rice: Hard and chewy. Either overcooked or not cooked properly. Cabbage salad: no dressing. Just dry, cabbage to go with their dry chicken Katsu. This ranks amongst the worst curry places I've ever been to. Im sure their locations in Japan are terrific, but the US version needs a complete overhaul! 1.5 out of 5 stars.

Ambiance: it's a food court located inside the grocer store, shared seating indoor and outdoor with…read moreother merchants Service: very fast, the food will be ready less than five minutes after placing the order Food: they menu focuses on curry with variety of toppings Home Run - *** standard combo, served with Sausage, Boiled Egg, Fried Shrimp, Fukujinzuke on top of rice, and spicy curry sauce, choice of Pork Katsu, overall tasted fine, sauce was great, but the pork Katsu was so dry and rubbery Price: generous portions and affordable prices, expect $20~$25 per person for a fulfilling meal

This is my new favorite sushi spot! My previous favorite (Sankai Costa Meas) closed a few months…read moreago after being my favorite for almost 30 years. So this is the culmination of a serious search for me. Located on Main Street in El Segundo it can be looked at two ways; it's a hidden out of the way gem or it's just 5 minutes from LAX. Ill let you decide which one applies to your perspective LOL We've been a few times now so I can tell you that it is consistently great! From the quality of the sushi (yes I only have the sushi LOL) to the friendly service and quick food prep. Everything on the menu looks good but all I'm here for is sushi, I've had a variety of the the sashime, nigiri & rolls and everything has been 5Stars!! My favorite would be hard to name but the Dragon & Crunchy Tiger rolls are def cant miss and the albacore is wonderful! There is plenty of seating with spots for large groups and private booths. No private lot but there is plenty of street parking and it is a nice, safe area to walk around. My birthday is coming up and I plan on coming here for sure :)

One of our favorite Japanese restaurant is located in the heart of El Segundo. I've been here many…read moretimes driving from Palos Verdes, meeting up with friends, and never a disappointment. We brought a family friend from Mexico ( expat) here at our last visit May 22. He was very impressed with the massive amount of food presented and how tasty everything was. Steve made a mental note to tell his niece who lives in Manhattan Beach all about this place. We try to reserve the back booth for privacy. Other than booths there is a large communal dinning table available for guests. Reservations a must as it's not a large restaurant. Quality & quantity of food is outstanding and we always had prompt and efficient service. Beer & sake offered. Did you know Asahi Beer is made in the USA now? We learned that from the bartender so Kagura opted to serve Orion, an Okinawan beer instead. You can't go wrong for a special Japanese dinner. We always order their special dozen sets!

Great food option in a small food court connected to the Hannam grocery store. Ordered the chicken…read morekatsu curry and udon combo. The chicken was crispy, and the curry sauce tasted great (FYI I think it may have cheese inside). Would have liked more rice on the side. The udon soup was okay. It lacked flavor but wasn't bad. Service was good. Will return if I'm in the area.

This little gem is located inside a small indoor mall. I got the OMG Hamburger Steak Special. It…read morecame with an okay soup which had fried tofu and some small veggies. Additionally, there was a side of rice and a small salad with some pickles that was nice. The Hamburger steak had two juicy patties with cheese on top. There was a delicious ketchup based sauce which had onions and mushrooms. Overall the OMG Hamburger was fabulous and reminded me of a dish my mom used to make which is a high compliment. The price point of $12.99 makes it a steal of a deal. Service was quick and friendly and would definitely recommend.

First time visiting here! Staffs were very nice and food…read morewas great. Chicken katsu was great, but ahi poke was bit salty for me.

Ladybug Cafe is a Hawaiian-style restaurant that has a nostalgic feel, like my grandparents' home…read more Some of their popular dishes include chicken katsu, fried chicken, butterfish, beef stew, and mac salad. They also offer burgers, sandwiches, and poke bowls as well as breakfast dishes. I finally came here for lunch and it wasn't too busy on a Wednesday. Hubby got the Ahi Tuna Poke Salad and it was a generous portion! The ingredients were fresh and the ginger miso dressing was delicious. I got the Chicken Katsu and Fried Chicken Combo, which came with salad, rice and mac salad. The Fried Chicken was seasoned and fried to perfection! So juicy too. The chicken katsu was a bit disappointing though. The chicken was pounded paper thin and the panko crust, although it was crispy and not too oily, separated from the chicken. The sides were pretty average. I heard they also have live music on the weekends and evenings, which is great in their spacious dining area. Love the cute drawings and messages from locals and the collection of ladybugs and lucky cats. I would come back since I work close by. I would definitely get the fried chicken again and try other dishes on their extensive menu. Friendly and efficient service. Free parking lot in the back.

This place is almost always busy, so be prepared for a wait time of an hour or more, especially…read moreduring peak hours. However, the experience and food make it worth considering if you have the patience. The staff is consistently attentive and welcoming, always kind to guests entering and leaving the restaurant, which adds to the overall positive atmosphere. The food is delicious, and the ramen is always satisfying and filling. The broth is flavorful without feeling overly heavy, which makes it enjoyable every time. Seating inside is somewhat limited, but they make good use of the space with a mix of bar seating, stools, and wall seating options.

I'm going to acknowledge right off the bat that I'm no ramen expert. I've only been to a handful of…read moreramen restaurants and my favorite ramen joint of all time is in Tucson, AZ. With that disclaimer out of the way, here's my humble opinion of the ramen at Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen. It's okay. When I came here yesterday afternoon, I ordered the Hakata Ramen which is basically a tonkotsu style ramen. Every aspect of it is customizable including the broth, noodles, and toppings. I just went with the default options, which i believe they recommend for first timers. On the side, I got a flavored egg, and pork belly. The broth was solid. It was flavorful, and fatty. The noodles were the right firmness as well. However, the chashu pork and pork belly were pretty mediocre. I know this sounds harsh but hear me out. Even after bathing them in the broth, they were dry and not tender. I didn't enjoy the flavored egg either. It was overly boiled and barely marinated. Despite the shortcomings noted above, I'm still giving this place four stars because the service is fantastic. The staff is very nice and provide incredibly fast service. My drink came out in like one minute. The refill came out even faster. They also offer free refills of the noodles.