Went again for some more yakitori on a weekday night. Called in for an rsvp…read more Food was as tasty as last time around - not as many specials this time around and no skirt steak unfortunately. However, we made up for it by ordering a few more other skewers. Experience was good as 14 days ago - will be back!

I'm glad I was able to check out this Yakitori spot! Definitely call ahead to make reservations…read morebecause they get full every night. It doesn't take long to notice that many regulars come here; that's how you know it's good! I tried the tofu, shiitake mushroom and eggplant. The tofu had a nice consistency between soft and crispy and was coated in a savory soy sauce. The shiitake mushroom was juicy and salty (but not too salty). I enjoyed that it didn't have that overly-mushroom flavor like shiitake can sometimes have. They give a lot of eggplant for the eggplant dish - around 10 pieces?). It's simply salted and covered in bonito, which adds a nice texture and savory component on top! It's nice to add a little soy sauce on top too. Our servers were attentive and nice, with care for allergies! The food takes a little bit to come out but it does come out very fresh too.

SO good! We always get the katsu with green noodles (I forget what it's called!) and the lomo…read moresaltado. Their yellowtail and tuna sashimi appetizers are really good too!

My friend and I came here this past Saturday night around 7:30 and were able to be seated right…read moreaway. There's actually a lot more seating here than you would think when first walking in. The staff here are very kind! I got the tofu saltado for $18. It comes with such a good portion that I actually was able to save some as leftovers for another meal! I liked that the tofu was more like tofu nuggets with edamame and carrots and had a nice crispy and savory crust. The flavor was really good, I just wish they gave more tomatoes and that the fries were crispy. The rice was cooked well too, just a little on the undercooked side.

Great casual Japanese comfort food spot! My favorite dishes are the eggplant, agedashi tofu, and…read morecrispy rice -- everything is flavorful and comforting without feeling too heavy. They also have amazing kids meals, which makes this one of our favorite family-friendly restaurants. The space is great for groups too, with a big room that's perfect for hosting parties or family gatherings. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a relaxed Japanese spot with something for everyone.

We stopped by for lunch and were warmly greeted as we walked in. We were pleasantly surprised by…read morethe variety and descriptions of food on the menu which also included a separate lunch menu. Not being super hungry, we orded two rolls which included the Rainbow Roll and the K Dragon Roll. We really enjoyed both rolls. The fish was so fresh and the flavors amazing. The K Dragon Roll topped with eel was drizzled with the perfect amount of sauce. There is plenty of seating available which also included a bar and what appeared to be a covered patio. It was pretty mellow during the lunch hour on a Friday. We will definitely be back!

good food, great atmosphere. authentic cuisine. tasty wagyu. located in the heart of Lomitaread more

Service and food was excellent! Only negative thing is the price as it can be pretty steep and on…read morethe higher end. But you pay for what you get! The meat is soo melt in your mouth and very delicious! The experience was so worth it and very satisfying. They also gave mochi tofu and cold potato soup on the house for the guests to try. Don't really get Japanese bbq often so this was a cool and exciting experience!

HIKARI is probably my favorite Japanese bbq spots in LA, the quality here is top tier and the…read moreselection of meats is pretty wide. The portions are small, but the quality makes up for it. Last time we also ordered a beef tendon stew and it was sweet like a sukiyaki and so delicious. This is the perfect JBBQ spot if you typically don't have a huge appetite The space is small and cozy and the service is really good, the servers are friendly and make you feel at home They used to have more sauces for dipping your meats like wasabi and salt but more recently it's been just soy sauce. The soy sauce is good but I hope they bring back the other dipping sauces

My favorite BBQ restaurant in town!! Only the best cuts of…read moremeat are served! The lean cuts Akami, in particular, are tender and of high quality. And love charcoal grill

Loved Loved Loved the food and attentive staff. The young men serving us worked fast and kept us…read moreinformed when our table would be ready. We wanted to sit at a table, rather than the counter. I learned this place stays open late on the weekends and this is where many restaurant staff come to eat! This place is tiny, yet cozy. The tables are placed a bit close, but you still have privacy. She shared the gyoza which was crispy on the outside and flavorful inside. One friend ordered the yakisoba and I tasted it which was very good, I will order it next time. My other friend ordered the mabo tofu which I also had a chance to taste and I could easily understand why my friend says this dish is her comfort food. I ordered the Tan Tan Ramen and it was so good! I took half home to share with my husband. There are so many other dishes I want to try next time! Free parking on the lot. We had to wait 15 minutes for a table, which was totally ok. because the food was so good! Prices are reasonable too. OH! They have Happy Hour!!!

We frequented the place quite often when kids were younger and obsessed with their fried rice…read more Since then, the older gentleman who owned the establishment has retired and it changed hands many times. Today we decided to revisit the restaurant for old time's sake. Inside, the main wall was repainted with a new mural. The annual LA Marathon posters, pinned by the staff who participated in the events, were also gone. Nonetheless, it retained its traditional izakaya décor with its counter seating alongside some regular tables. The staff were all new but still very courteous and brought the menu and water right away. New items were added but the core dishes remained the same. For this visit, we ordered our regular items and they arrived in 10 minutes: Eboshi Mini Trio with Shio Ramen, Fried Rice and Gyoza: The fried rice was still top notch, with slightly firm texture, not too oily, and pleasantly seasoned. The Shio Ramen with its clear broth was nicely savory. The thin noodles were cooked perfectly, and the chashu pieces were tender. To complement the set, the gyozas with their delicate wraps had nicely burnt bottoms, and flavorful fillings. Champon Ramen: A complex ramen with an assortment of meat, veggies and seafood. There were sliced pork pieces, shrimps, squids, cabbage, onions, snow peas and many more. The clear broth was quite savory and enriched by oil from sauteed ingredients. The noodles had a very nice texture and were a tad al dente. We were amazed that after all these years, the restaurant retained its original taste and flavor. We found out the reason why while exiting the restaurant: The young cook from two decades ago is now running the open kitchen as head chef. Great food and still reasonable prices. It was totally worth revisiting.

My husband and I always find ourselves coming back here, it's become our go-to spot when we're…read morecraving something quick and comforting, especially Japanese food. I always order the shrimp tempura with a side of hot noodles soup (I'll be honest, I never remember the exact names because my husband handles the ordering ). What I do love is how fast everything comes out, and it's always fresh and piping hot. The place itself is pretty small, but that's part of the charm--it has a cozy, welcoming feel that makes you want to stay. The staff is always kind and attentive, and always takes great care of us. It's spots like this that keep you coming back, not just for the food, but for how comfortable they make you feel. Thank you for the great food and amazing service!

It's a self-served location. The customers are usually disorganized. They need to hang a sign up…read morethat people need to clean up after themselves. The soba noodles is mediocre compared to their Inaba locations and Ichimiann location south of this location. The noodles came out warm. Wasabi is also not provided. The pros is no tips, but you only save a few bucks.

love love love the vibe here! all the food were great but just keep in mind they all have quite…read moresaltiness which is great to eat along drink, but could be a bit salty as alone dish. I highly recommend the roasted gingko nuts - the best i've ever had. very smoky and perfectly chewy!!

Dinner here with sake & beer is a must, but do call and make a reservation since seats are limited!…read moreOrder their daily specials and try a few dishes off their menu- honestly there isn't a dish I haven't enjoyed! Get the roasted ginkgo nuts to snack on with a beer before you make a final decision, because you'll end up wanting to try all they have to offer! Great service and relaxed casual atmosphere.. showing many thanks with many returns - I'll be back!

Amazing hidden gem in the south bay. This restaurant is tucked away in a plaza that never gets…read morebusy, so there's always plenty of parking. It's a Japanese steakhouse specializing in Wagyu but they have plenty of other options as well. We ended up getting the ribeye (16oz) which was cooked to perfection. For sides, we also ordered the lobster mac n cheese (8/10), roasted wild mushroom (9.5/10) and not pictured is the smooth mashed potatoes (9.5/10). Everything was great, we went for my birthday and they took a polaroid picture of us! The restaurant wasn't busy while we dined in on a Tuesday night so it was quiet, so maybe weekends might be more crowded. The staff is super nice, very knowledgeable about the menu, and had plenty to say about each item.

This place is by far the most overpriced place I have ever ate. it is in a strip mall in a horrible…read morearea. I ordered the lobster and had the manager smell it, it smelt sour and had a bad taste. i was not eaten. i also addressed the horrible service by the 19 year old waiters they have. my wife steak came out 15 minutes before all the other food so she waited for the other food and by then her food was cold. I do not mind spending $750 for a meal but between the horrible service and the inability for the manager to do the right thing my the evening unenjoyable and I would recommend everyone stay as far away as possible. i thing my biggest issue is that the manager acknowledged the lobster may be spoiled but still left it on the bill. if you see all my previous reviews i usually never go negative but this place is horrible.

First, the ambience is very trendy and resembles a Tokyo alleyway. You order your food via screens…read moreon each table. Service is very fast and food is typical Japanese cuisine. The sushi rolls, cucumber salad were great. The regular dinner salad was ok. Ramen and other dishes were good. They have privacy curtains in each booth which adds a nice touch. The overall experience is good but i would have like the wow factor to extend towards the cuisine.

I Lost a Game of Reflexes, but Won at Dinner Despite living…read morea 5 minute drive away from here since the dawn of time, we somehow missed this absolute gem of an Izakaya (first timers trying it). We walked in right on time for our reservation (because we're adults who respect the space-time continuum) and were ushered into a booth with "privatey" curtains. I'm not saying they'd hide you from the FBI, but they certainly provided enough cover for us to giggle and navigate stupidly through the menu. You can also order directly to a friendly human too. The atmosphere is colorful, lively, unstuffy, and private enough to enjoy good convo but not awko quiet. You order everything via an iPad, which is dangerous because when pictures of gyoza are staring you in the face, your impulse control vanishes. We ordered "a little bit of everything," which is code for "the table was structurally compromised by the weight of our dinner." * The Highlights: The pickled cucumbers (crisp enough to hear in the next county), the pork bowl, and sushi that actually tasted like it came from the ocean. The Fluids: Cold Asahi and Lemon Chu-His. Highly recommended if you enjoy being happy. The Verdict This spot is a unicorn--it works for kids, first dates, or "290th dates" where you both just want to stare at an iPad and eat kimchi in a tent. The Heartbreak They have a "10-Second Hit It" game at the front door where you can win a free meal. We were this close. We didn't win, but we're definitely going back to seek revenge.