Hidden gem in sawtelle! This place serves charcoal chicken…read moreramen. We came around 7 PM there was a line so waited 25 min. Interior is a Japanese style restaurant with booth and bar seating. I got the charcoal chicken bowl ($18) and the rest of the guys got ramen. The chicken was tender and had a good Smokey flavor, comes with side of chicken soup. Tried hubbys noodle broth was rich but not overly heavy. Overall service is fast and food is delicious. Would love to try the ramen next time.

We've been here three times now, and we've been happy with it every single time! We've basically…read moretried almost every noodle dish, and everything has been so delicious -- honestly, you can't go wrong with anything here. The only thing is that the dumplings were a little sour for me. It seems like the vinegar is mixed into the filling, whereas I'd personally prefer to have the vinegar on the side for dipping. Other than that, everything has been great!

Stopped by Midoh Sawtelle for a dessert break and their soufflé cheesecake did not disappoint --…read morelight, jiggly, not overly sweet, with just the right amount of density to feel indulgent without being heavy. Paired it with their Japanese tea and it was the perfect combo, the tea cut through the richness and made it feel like a proper little ritual instead of just a snack. Cozy atmosphere, great for catching up with a friend or grabbing a quiet solo moment. Staff was attentive and quick to bring things out. Portion was generous for the price too. Already thinking about going back to try the three-layer cream puff next. Highly recommend if you're in the Sawtelle area and want a dessert spot that actually delivers on flavor and presentation, not just Instagram appeal.

This really is a quiet little space above Japantown that serves some solid katsu!…read moreI ordered the loin and filet combo and they came out in about 15 minutes. I also ordered a nice crisp cold beer! The katsu was soft, tender, and juicy. Both pieces fried nicely without being greasy and holding that crispiness. Staff was friendly and overall this was a great meal

My wife and I always love coming here for sushi! They have the best dynamite I have ever tried…read more It is just delicious! The atmosphere is very chill and everyone is very polite and friendly. It is a bit small so when they are busy there may be a wait. The food is served fast so once seated you can enjoy your food pretty quickly. Great place if you want really good Japanese food.

Nice spot in Sawtelle for casual sushi without completely breaking the bank. Cash only and pretty…read morebusy at peak hours so you may have to wait! Menu isn't too complicated, they have different rolls with different numbers of pieces specified on the menu. Food comes out pretty quickly and fish quality is more mid tier but good for the price point. The vegetable salad was a nice light and bright addition. I think there were some radishes or something that was a little bitter and spiced, but the ponzu on top helped cut through that. The sashimi dinner allows you to pick 1-2 types of fish. It's not a huge serving but can be a satisfying pick if you're wanting something simple. The rolls were pretty good and the pieces were big (the ones that only came with 4 pieces were actually very thick pieces). The spicy tuna, salmon/scallion, and eel/cucumber rolls were all solid and would consider getting them all again.

If you like karaage, this is THE spot. 'Nuff said…read more This is to fill the character limit but is uneeded. Above text is sufficient to review said restaurant.

I liked it. Good spot for fried chicken. Inside is simple and small. Only a few small tables for…read moreseating. Seems more popular as a to go option. The fried chicken is great. You can order by the type and piece. But they also have a bento that's good for lunch. I got the karaage and teba (wings) bento. It was good! Portion was decent. The chicken is juicy and fried perfectly. I like the lighter breading style. The spicy mayo is a must. Would definitely come back to try more. Service was great. Friendly staff. Located on the 2nd floor of the shopping center. There's a pay lot for the shopping center or there's street meters nearby.

Tony (owner) is there every day to ensure operation runs smoothly. And there seems to be quite a…read morebit of regulars because I noticed Tony would greets them by their name and open arm. The hostess is always welcoming while the wait staff is attentive. Expect a slight bit of wait if you don't have a reservation but it's well worth it. We usually ask for bar seating because we enjoy watching them grill. To start, we get the Ochazuke, check the chalkboard for any specials and order some sake/beer while we browse through the menu. Honestly, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu.

Food: - Yellowtail fish collar: special, surprising amount…read moreof fish on the small collar, good flavor - Yaki onigiri: best value! The house special one was tasty especially with the crunchy rice. The salmon onigiri needed more salmon - Stuffed shitake: great flavor and consistency wasn't too rubbery - Steak: decent - Meatballs: I expected more flavor, but good consistency - Shiso Chicken: my least favorite dish since it had the least flavor Ambiance: - Don't be deceived by its humble exterior, this place can get packed and is quite cozy inside - Make reservations! Even on a weeknight, the restaurant gets crowded - Staff were helpful and efficient - Street parking - You can see them grilling the food in the bar area - Overall great pricing for Izakaya

We came for dinner and this spot lives up to the hype. It is very popular so plan to get there…read moreearly and put your name on the wait list. There is limited indoor seating but quite a bit of outdoor seating too. They are located toward the end of Sawtelle, so you can easily walk around and check out the other restaurants and shops in the area while you wait. Tsukemen and Spicy Tsukemen Dipping Noodles: Both of these were delicious. The noodles have the perfect chewy texture and the chashu is tender and full of flavor. The dipping broth is to die for! Rich and savory, it is exactly what you want to dunk your cold noodles into. Chashu Ramen: My daughter ordered this one. The broth is a bit lighter than the tsukemen, but still very savory. A great option if you want something more traditional. The staff is always nice and the service is fast, even with how busy they get. Overall, this is a ramen spot worth the drive to and I would recommend it to anyone who loves a good bowl of noodles.

I'm just very, very disappointed with the food quality…read more I started eating at Tsujita when they first opened on Sawtelle, and it used to be one of those places I genuinely looked forward to. I haven't been back in quite a while since moving to the Long Beach area about six years ago, so I was actually pretty excited to have it again today. Unfortunately, it was a total disappointment. The noodles were too soft, the meat was mediocre, and all I could really taste was a mouthful of soybean paste flavor. The subtle bonito flavor that I remember and loved was completely gone. Instead, everything just tasted overwhelmingly salty. I've heard from friends recently that Tsujita may have changed their recipe, and after today, I have to agree. It's not the same. Something has definitely changed, and unfortunately, it's changed into something I barely recognize from the Tsujita I used to love.

If you're looking for a delicious okonomiyaki, this is a great spot to get your fix! Tons of…read moredifferent okonomiyaki options, as well as omurice, takoyaki, and other classic Japanese options. The spicy GOAM with crispy noodles as the base was great, definitely not as much of a spicy flavor as I thought, as it seemed the main source was pickled jalapeños tucked into the layers. I personally am not a fan of a concentrated spicy jalapeño bite so I ended up not getting much spice. However the rest of the pancake was very good! The loaded Kaisen was indeed piled high with seafood, but I thought the flavor was a bit light in the pancake itself. The seafood did seem fresh and tender though! The hamburg omurice was absolutely delicious. Something about their demiglace sauce here was special, I'm usually not a fan but this time I ate every drop! The steak was also tender and juicy, a perfect combination with the dish as a whole. At a late lunch time (2PMish) it wasn't too busy, and service was pretty quick! The interior is casual and you can even see the chefs working. I'd definitely come back to Chinchikurin, I can't wait to try more!

Tried the Omurice IKURA LA - POP UP located inside Chinchikurin…read more Why Chinchikurin? * Hiroshima style okonomiyaki * @omurice_ikura_la Food 3.8/5 OMURICE - Tomato ketchup is the classic omurice sauce in Japan, flavorful hamburger and tasty sauce. Patty was flavored nicely and the sauce was amazing! Parking 3/5 Valet in the front, paid parking next door or metered Service and ambience 4/5 Nice service, no issues

I love Menya Tigre! I dine here often. Their curry broth and sauce are both rich and flavorful. I…read morereally like the thick ramen noodles too. I've enjoyed all of the dishes I've had here, including the karaage, pork cutlet curry rice, ramen and tsukemen. If you like Japanese curry, I highly recommend Menya Tigre! The restaurant is clean and casual. There is a covered patio and some indoor seating. I usually go on a weeknight, and it's always busy but not overcrowded, so we're not rushed out of there. The servers are very polite and helpful. The cost has crept up. It has entered the higher end of ramen/curry pricing. I understand, but I also have been going here a little bit less often. With tax and tip, I'm spending about $30 for a meal. I still love it - the curry ramen is probably the best I've had in LA.

I tried the Curry Tsukemen and also go the Crispy Rice Tuna from the sushi menu. Overall the…read morenoodles are very good but I didn't care for the curry broth. It just didn't taste like the classic slightly sweet Japanese curry I am accustomed too. Also after awhile it gets overwhelming and less appetizing. The crispy rice tuna was solid. No wait on a friday night.

The food was fresh and delicious! Everything was well prepared, and the staff was very friendly and…read morewelcoming. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and had a great experience. I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Anzu!

We were in the area and the menu looked good. Service was good and I was pleasantly surprised how…read moregood the chicken karaage was. A salad comes with the order with a delicious ginger dressing and hubby made a comment on how good it was . His curry shrimp had plump shrimp and curry had a good flavor. Would definitely recommend this place.

Luca, Nicole and Eduardo, thank you so much for taking care of us. The service was great and even…read morethough they were busy, they communicated well and were able to keep us in the loop of when our next dishes are done and how many more are coming. This is the same restaurant group my college bestie and I last dined at (in Gardena) that she recommended. Sadly she's no longer with us and I'd chase her memory by visiting places we've been together... Shin-Sen-Gumi Chanko was her last recommendation, and she was Japanese so I feel like she would know what legit Japanese food is. :) All the skewers were delicious, the ramen broth we requested to be not too salty and they were able to accommodate. We love the chicken heart so much we ordered seconds. The gizzard skin was the only one I felt like we could have skipped, too chewy for me. The sushi taco were yummy too, highly recommend those, I love the pork belly eggplant and ordered 2 sets of those too, have yet to try something similar elsewhere... so happy we were able to pay them a visit. Street parking wasn't too difficult either. Thanks for the good times!

We came on a Sunday right when they opened, since our friendly told us they get busy and so we…read moredidn't want to wait. Sure enough we were seated right away and they already had a line waiting at the door. Service was good, not super fast but the taste of the food made up for it. The price point is a little expensive, we were 2 couples and ended up spending around $150 per couple. For lunch and for the amount of food, it's pricey. My favorite items were the chicken meatballs, they were juicy and flavorful. The spice tuna on crispy rice was ok, the rice was a bit too hard. The cucumber salad was good too, nice was to add some acidity to the menu. Overall good place and I would come back again.