Delicious food and trendy interior! You can't go wrong here The waiter was super kind. I believe they are known for their hayashi. My friend got it and loved it. I had their menchi and was super good. Their bathroom is down stairs and the interior leading to it is so beautiful! I can see people throwing parties here. Kind of a speakeasy vibe. read more

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Friends invited me to Suehiro for a Japanese breakfast! Wow! It was worth all the hype! They are located in a vintage building in DTLA. Such a cute space! For breakfast, there are 7 teishoku / set meals to choose from. You pick your meal and choose 3 side dishes. You can also get side orders if you want more! I ordered the broiled Saba. Sides were the chawanmushi egg custard, marinated salmon, marinated tuna, and salmon eggs Ikura. Everything was authentic and delicious! Yiu can choose the AYCD (all you can drink) green tea for $5. Self serve tea of four tea choices. Service was great! Tons of street parking on the weekend. Everyone enjoyed their meals! read more

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Love love this spot!! Finally got a chance to visit after their breakfast and got dinner here Saturday night. My partner got the ramen and I got the chicken menchi katsu set. The chicken menchi katsu was soooo filling and delicious! I couldn't even finish 1 and gave the rest to my partner. Everything in the set was delicious and presented well. Ramen was pretty standard and felt super clean compared to some of the tonkatsu ramen I've had before. Service is great they are so friendly and on top of it. Truly love this gem and it's so important for small businesses in the community to thrive. I will continue to support this joint when I'm in DTLA. Also so thrilled they're opening a 3rd location in Little Tokyo!! read more

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I love the chazuke and recommend it if you are looking for something warm and soupy, but not too heavy on a cold day. You'll receive a teapot with broth to pour over a bowl of rice with your choice of protein, such as salmon or cod roe, with bits of radish and seaweed. This is also my second time coming back for their dessert. There is a cup of hojicha served with the hojicha pudding, and a cup of green tea with the green tea cream pudding. It's not too sweet, the teas complement its counterpart very well and is overall super delicious :3 read more

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Bummed that Suehiro is over in the Old Bank District now...damn gentrifiers kicking longtime tenants out of Little Tokyo...but am glad to hear they've recently signed a lease with the Little Tokyo Service Center to return to their historic roots. That being said, like Kouraku over on 2nd Street, Suehiro was founded in the 1970s and has long been a neighborhood favorite for its post-war, pre-bubble, Showa-era aesthetic and fare. You're not coming here for California Rolls or ramen (which they offer, but that's not what they specialize in), but the dishes Japanese people consider comfort food...curry, oyakodon, tonkatsu, and reasonably priced box lunches. It's the type of working-class food one would associate with any solid small town diner, except in Japan...and if that's what you're looking for, I generally prefer Suehiro to its longtime competitor, Kouraku. Kenji, the son of the original owner and current proprietor is a staunch supporter of the community, having grown up on the streets of Little Tokyo, and along with Brian over at Fugetsu-Do, Ryusei at Mr. Ramen, and Philip at Azay are all second and third generation business owners that have been manning the barricades against gentrification and need our support! As you can tell from the businesses I tend to praise here on Yelp...I've long been a proponent of supporting locally owned businesses whose owners are active in the local community and reinvest in little league teams and donate to local schools, it's more important than ever to shop and eat local, and to stop offshoring our hard earned dollars to out-of-state corporations who take our money and pay for space tourism or supporting policies god knows what and where. read more

Suehiro DTLA - Preserved menu board and booth from Suehiro's original Little Tokyo location. - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was craving Japanese comfort food for lunch yesterday since it was cold and rainy. Suehiro was a convenient option nearby, and most reviews spoke highly of their rice bowls and Japanese grilled fish set meals. My cousin and I were able to make a reservation very easily through Yelp. We were seated immediately upon arrival and placed our order soon after. Our meals came with miso soup, which was simple and clean-tasting, like most restaurant miso soups tend to be. BROILED SABA - 18.50 This was a set meal that came with a generous portion of broiled saba, rice, and a variety of side dishes. The saba was lightly seasoned with salt, and the skin was nicely crisped from the fish's natural oil. The side dishes were pretty solid, but nothing mind-blowing. I liked how homey this set meal was, rather than overly restaurant-style. My cousin got the sukiyaki, which was rich and slightly sweet with an abundant of toppings. I'd definitely consider getting that next time. Overall, the service was fast and hospitable, and the food was comforting and satisfying. The menu is quite extensive, so there's much more to try, and pricing is pretty reasonable for downtown LA. read more

Suehiro DTLA - Broiled Saba - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here late night and it was a great option since not many solid spots are open that late. Ended up getting the soba set and overall it was really solid. The food hit the spot and portions were satisfying. Service was quick and servers came to check on us periodically. Location is pretty central in Downtown LA, which made it convenient, though the surrounding neighborhood felt a little rough at night. I opted for garage parking for peace of mind, while my friend found street parking. We also got the spicy tuna crispy rice appetizer, which was good -- nice crunch, flavorful, and a solid way to start the meal. Prices felt moderate for the area and portion size. Overall, a dependable late-night spot in DTLA when you want something warm and satisfying. read more

Suehiro DTLA - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Real Japanese staff and greeting upon entrance! You can practice your Japanese! The service was too notch, standard for Japanese attention! I'm so grateful to have this new place in the neighborhood! The sushi was delicious! I love their crispy rice tuna, they put a jalapeño and avocado slice on top! The ramen is official, I got the tonkotsu! It's a smaller version but I like having to order a lot of different stuff! The gyoza was delicious, I can't wait to try more of their extensive menu! My friend got sashimi, and then got jealous and order a ramen like mine! lol They have a full bar and the wine was good too! The hot tea came with two tea bags, good enough to share and add more hot water if needed! This will be a regular weekly dining option for this single lady! Loved, Love, Lovely! read more

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BEST service, and the owner is so sweet! We've been coming here for lunch or breakfast and love it. Reliable, yummy comfort food and lots of it for the price. The location is also right across from my favorite vintage store as well!!! Definitely on my restaurant rotation. read more

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We tried Suehiro DTLA last night and did not regret it after leaving the Dodger game late at night. Food (4/5): When you have a late night craving that's not a hot dog or a hamburger, Suehiro is the best place to go. They have almost every Japanese cuisine under the sun: rice bowls, udon, ramen, sushi, hand rolls, appetizers, you name it. To start with we had the meat gyoza and it was sugoiii~~ These cute little dumplings were packed with flavor. While it comes with 8, they will go fast. My bf had the Nabeyaki udon with medium spice. The medium does have some heat to it. He actually preferred my broth which was the standard taste. I ordered the Chikara which has mochi, spinach, and fishcakes. The mochi had parts of it were way too chewy and others that were so hard it was getting stuck to my teeth. I do want to come back to try their other dishes! Their oolong tea was also a nice end to the meal. Service (5/5): Even late at night, you won't have to wait long. A gentleman approached us saying beers were half off as long as you're wearing a particular dodger jacket AFTER the dodger game! They have other lunch specials that I feel are definitely worth it. Ambiance (5/5): An upscale looking restaurant that reminded us of our travels in Shinjuku. You'll see many groups and couples coming from the Dodger game. There are plenty of tables for all group sizes. Price (5/5): With the two dishes, two beers, tea, and an appetizer I paid about $75. Not bad! read more

Came with a friend on a holiday and was able to find street parking easily. Not sure if that's the norm as I tend to avoid DTLA which is known for bad parking. I've been to the original location many years ago and I was excited to support the business in their new location. Interior was great! Nice and clean and I loved sitting in the cute booth. Food (3/5) I was pleased by the depth of flavor in the sukiyaki, however the beef was very overcooked and the broth was extremely salty. The broth itself was great but could just have used some extra water or less salt. The veggies were also a little overcooked for my liking as well making them extra salty from the broth. Service (4/5) We arrived at 12:30 and although the place was mostly empty, it still took a while for them to bring us water and take our order. We also never were offered water refills. Service was still friendly and people were kind. Overall, I still have a soft spot for Suehiro but will try other menu items next time! read more

Suehiro DTLA - Sukiyaki - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I love going for late night meals and snacks, especially when I feel like reading and doing some work. The staff is always pleasant and friendly. Suehiro has a good history in Little Tokyo since its opening in 1972, and they are one of the oldest legacy restaurants in the area. Sadly, a few years ago, the landlords were unwilling to honor the five decades in Little Tokyo and had raised rents and driven them out. However, due to the loyalty and love of the community and organizations like Little Tokyo Service Center, they will return to Little Tokyo. Prior to the move from the first street location, I remember it being like a time capsule, an old diner with fluorescent lights, photos on the wall about its past, and handwritten signs. The Downtown location is a few blocks from Little Tokyo in Historic DTLA on the corner of 4th & Main St. Reborn in a modern downtown space, they blend the industrial textures with contemporary warmth. There's a lot on the menu. Japanese comfort food. Curry. Hamburger. Yakatori on Tuesdays. Ramen and udon. Sushi and sashimi. Teriyaki. Rice bowls. Omurice on Mondays is something I have yet to try. If you can afford the extra egg on the dishes, it's probably a good idea. read more

Suehiro DTLA - Hamburger Steak with demi-glacé (minus miso and salad) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I had never been here, but saw Kenji's videos about his weekend breakfasts, and had to check Suehiro out. The space is well lit, bright, and welcoming. Not only is Kenji the nicest person, but the food was AMAZING! I had the omelette, as well as the natto, chawanmushi, tofu, rice, and miso soup. It's SOOO much food I had breakfast the next day too! For $5 more, you can have a great variety of unlimited tea, and he brings out a selection of mochi you can purchase as well. I can't wait to come back, and again to try the lunch/dinner as well. Very highly recommended! read more

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Super cute restaurant with awesome ambiance. Food was delicious and service was great. Came by after a concert and the restaurant had a pretty decent crowd. Wasn't empty but wasn't super packed. We ordered the Sukiyaki which was DELECTABLE and an equally good Takoyaki and Agedashi Tofu. Honestly still thinking about the Tofu. The rice flour shell for it was so crispy and the tofu was super silky. Flavor was incredible. Definitely will be coming back here. This was one of the most memorable restaurants and meals for our staycation. Overall rating: Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Menu: 10/10 Restaurant Vibes: 10/10 Price to Overall Dining (POD): 10/10 read more

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I have been here twice now and want to keep coming back to try the entire menu! The food is always fresh and is very delicious. I have had their udon and cold soba which were flavorful. Each time I've been, staff has been very welcoming. I recommend this place and will be back to try the rest of the menu. The restaurant is very welcoming and modern. I especially like sitting at the booths and watching out the windows. read more

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WOW! Such a hidden gem! I got the cold dipping noodles and the salmon bowl and it was SOOO refreshing and extremely good. The salmon bowl has a bit of wasabi marinated tho so I would be careful if you can't eat spicy. Servers were great and the place looks like you're in an actual Japanese restaurant. SOOO COOLLL!! Would come back 100% read more

Suehiro DTLA - Soba - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Brought our grandson here after visiting The Broad. We got gyoza, edamame, curry udon and tonkatsu ramen. Everything was absolutely delicious! The wait staff were super attentive and service was quick. The restaurant itself is a beautiful, calm space. Would absolutely recommend! read more

Downtown LA is in rough shape these days but this spot is worth the trip. Impressive array of options. Everything we tried was delicious. Staff were all incredibly friendly and we enjoyed the entire experience. read more

Ambiance: it's located on the corner spot on main street, stylish decorations inside, sofa and regular seats and bar tables available, they also have an outdoor patio area Service: very friendly and patient with questions, although it's hard to get attention from servers, and they tend to be very busy during rush hours Food: variety choices on their regular menu, and they have seasonal items and lunch specials HAYASHI RICE - **** their signature cooked beef stew with rice, and the Hayashi sauce contains beef, onion, tomato and mushroom, tender beef and rich in flavors, recommend Miso Soup - *** served with most set menu, average taste Price: moderate portions and reasonable prices, expect $25+ per person for a comfort meal read more

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Suehiro DTLA is one of those places that instantly reminds you why truly authentic restaurants matter. From the moment you walk in, it feels real. The owner greets you with genuine warmth, and the staff makes you feel welcomed in the best Japanese tradition--kind, attentive, and quietly thoughtful without ever being overbearing. The menu is wonderfully diverse, offering a wide range of classic Japanese dishes, all executed with care and respect for tradition. One absolute must is their family-recipe miso soup--it's deeply comforting, rich, and soulful in a way only something passed down through generations can be. It's the kind of dish that stays with you long after the meal is over. We're incredibly lucky that Suehiro was able to reopen in this location after the unfortunate events with their original location in Little Tokyo. Having them back feels important--not just for the neighborhood, but for anyone who values authentic Japanese cuisine and culture. If you can, make sure to come for their Japanese breakfast on the weekends. It's outstanding--beautifully balanced, deeply satisfying, and something you don't find easily in LA. The quality of the ingredients and the precision in preparation really stand out. What makes Suehiro special is the authenticity. If I don't look outside at downtown Los Angeles and instead focus on the décor, the flavors, and the calm, welcoming atmosphere, it genuinely feels like being back in Japan. That's not something many places can pull off. Suehiro DTLA isn't just a restaurant--it's an experience rooted in tradition, care, and craftsmanship. Highly recommended, and I'm so grateful they're here. read more

Suehiro DTLA - Traditional Japanese breakfast - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I love Suehiro and I was finally able to visit them at their new DTLA location. And I'm happy to say it's like it never moved. Even though they are in a different location, it still has that same feel of their other location and the food is the same. The service and the staff are the same. I was happy to see that they still have lunch specials. Now they have a dedicated bar area and a separate room. Coming back for some of my favorites, like their house special and the Hayashi rice! read more

Suehiro DTLA - Lunch special - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We really enjoyed Suehiro DTLA. The ambiance is definitely different from the original location but still very fun and comfortable - it's more modern and upscale looking. The large menu with lots of delicious options remains the same though. We each ordered something off the special menu. The hamburg steak with demi glaze was really good, served with corn and broccoli. The demiglaze paired with all those vegetables was especially tasty. My husband got the eggplant, peppers, and beef dish, which was also a very cozy dish. It took a while for the food to come out, but I may have also just been really, really hungry. The service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. We're already planning to go back to try more items from their extensive menu - there are clearly plenty of options to explore, looking forward to coming back! read more

Suehiro DTLA - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Surpasses expectations, lots of variety on the menu which is hallmark of authentic japanese restaurants - some unique things you can't get everywhere, service is unusually good. Hayashi rice for example. Parking not really an issue, one time found street parking, another had to go to garage across the street since the attached lot was full, did pay $12 for that unfortunately but it is what it is - not a detractor in my book esp for a good place like this. Seating is great in the booths, spacious inside. read more

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This is a solid Japanese restaurant in the heart of DTLA, albeit in a somewhat sketchier part of downtown. Great vibes in the restaurant with huge TVs for sports fans. Cool decorations inside and overall a great place to have a dinner with friends or a date spot. They can easily seat huge groups in the middle of the restaurant but also smaller groups on the booths by the windows. Parking may be difficult given its location, so I chose to Uber here. They have a huge menu with every Japanese dish you can think of from sushi/sashimi to ramen and udon to rice dishes. I got the curry katsu chicken and was very impressed with the quality of the katsu! At a lot of restaurants, I find myself somewhat disappointed by the chicken katsu - it's usually too thin so it ends up being just crunchy; however, here at Suehiro, the katsu was very well made and there is a firm crunch with the perfect amount of chicken. The curry was solid - nothing to complain about and had some pieces of carrots, potatoes, and mushrooms. I also opted to add $1.75 to make it medium spice; to be honest, I thought this was weird that it cost extra to add some spice to the dish. The spice is honestly unnecessary; my friend got the same dish without the spice and it still tasted great! Overall, I really enjoyed my food here and coupled it with a cocktail. The service is attentive and the food comes out fast. I noticed that the servers had an eye for detail. There was a little kid running around the restaurant and she had grabbed a pair of chopsticks laying on an empty table. I noticed that and wasn't sure if an employee would come to replace it. Sure enough, one of the workers was attentive enough to notice and quickly replaced the chopsticks with a clean pair. I will definitely be back! read more

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I love Suehiro! It's been my family's go-to Japanese spot in LA since the days on 1st Street. I recently visited their new Main Street location and fell in love with the food all over again. Everything is consistently delicious, and the happy hour menu is a great deal. The prices are reasonable, the flavors are spot on, and the quality is always there. I recommend this place to everyone. Definitely check it out! read more

Excellent wait staff very accommodating with my order of Teishoku Mixed Tempura. I asked to swap out the tempura onion, eggplant, and carrot and give more pumpkin, since I don't like eating those others as cooked vegetables. I hate wasting rice so asked to have 1/2 rice and 1/2 greens for a more healthy version. Hayashi Rice Katsu Don Hamburger Steak Also, check out the restroom downstairs. It located in an old building and I'm glad they keep the restroom like back in the 1920's style. We parked in J-Town and walked there and back. read more

Came here on a date night in dtla. The ambience is great and they have cute booths that you feel like you're in Japan. The menu was pretty large so a lot to pick from. We got the Japanese hamburger steak, salmon chaske, macaroni salad and tuna sashimi. Everything was super fresh and delicious. For dessert we ordered the hojicha pudding and it was soooo good. Would definitely come back, staff were also super nice read more

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First time at Suehiro and it was authentic Japanese cuisine that I really enjoyed. Service was great - Staff were all friendly and helpful. We sat on the patio with the dogs so didn't get to experience the indoor ambiance. For food, we shared a spicy tuna roll, beef udon, ozoni soup (new years special), and zaru soba. All of which were comparable to similar menu items we've had in Japan! I liked the ozoni best since it's a limited time soup filled with mochi, veggies, chicken, and fish cake. I was so full towards the end even though it was a light broth! I'll definitely come back. read more

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AMAZING miso soup and great restaurant! I have been so nauseous and miso soup is like the only thing I could keep down in nyc so I looked up a spot in LA and saw that Suehiro was known for their delicious miso soup and they did not disappoint! Although I took it to go, the restaurant was so cute and the staff were really sweet! Will def be back with friends! read more

This was a cool little spot right in the heart of DTLA. The food was fresh and delicious for sure. I had the green tea soba noodles, and I should have had 2 orders because they were that addicting. I also had the ramen, which was medium spicy. It was pretty spicy for being medium. But the spice only hit you for a second, then went away. It was tasty. Also had the calamari, and that was yummy. They offer happy hour here during the week. The beers looks so good, I ended up having 2, and boy were they! The staff here was very kind. Lots of smiles. read more

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After a long weekend of drinking, this is the place to go and get refreshed! Food: 5/5 I got the Ten Zaru which was soba noodles with a variety of tempura. The noodles had a good chew and the broth was so refreshing. I mixed in the whole amount of wasabi they gave me because I needed that little kick to cleanse my body haha. The tempura was perfectly battered and crisp and the star was honestly the mushroom. It was crunchy on the outside, soft and pillowy AND juicy on the inside. Service: 5/5 We got seated fast and they took our orders. We also got the food at a decent time. Ambiance: 5/5 I loved the interior, there was a lot of seating. Honestly, I would come back. I will say it's going to be easier to find a parking spot on spot hero rather than searching around for street parking. read more

Suehiro DTLA - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This was my first time at the new location and it's so nice inside! I went with a large group of about 15 people but they easily sat us in the middle of the restaurant, took our orders, and brought out our food pretty promptly! I was expecting a much longer wait so I was pleasantly surprised at the efficiency. I had the pork katsudon and it was delicious. A great balance of egg, pork, and rice cooked together perfectly. Please come support this business! read more

Suehiro DTLA - Katsudon (pork) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I hadn't been to Suehiro since they moved to this location. I used to come all the time back in the good old days. Today after a hard workout, I drove all the way downtown to have lunch because I missed it I arrived at 11:45 and they told me I would have to wait 45 minutes to get any food because they "got a big order." Totally ruined my day. I drove down here to this crappy neighborhood for nothing. I will never come again. read more

Wonderful Japanese style breakfast. Many combinations and sides to choose. Well prepared and presented. Excellent service and atmosphere. read more

Suehiro DTLA - Saba and Salmon breakfast sets. Miso soup, rice, natto, pickles and more! - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We visited Suehiro last night for the first time since there aren't many late-night dining options in LA. The service was good, and the food had decent flavor, but the portions were surprisingly small for the price. We ordered four spicy tuna hand rolls, gyoza, and a noodle dish with beef. The hand rolls and gyoza were tiny, and the noodle dish barely had any beef in it. I understand restaurants are dealing with rising costs, but it's disappointing when prices continue to go up while portion sizes and overall value seem to go down. Flavor alone isn't enough to justify the cost when the quantity feels this limited. read more

Restaurant is cozy and honestly random but the food is really good and affordable. It's also nice how it's open really late, parking can be difficult read more

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The food was good but everything was slightly under seasoned. The workers were sooo soo nice and great, they were also so quick in getting us things we asked for. The restaurant itself is nice, they have an outdoor patio. They have a downstairs restroom &right when you get down the stairs theres a mock booth of their old location in little tokyo! So cute! The womens restroom was also very extravagant but just needed to be slightly more upkept. I would go back for the desserts, they all looked so good. As far as food goes, i might try again because maybe it was just a hiccup with that night(: read more

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Came here on a whim, and glad I did. I was in the area and wanted to grab something to eat before heading home. Ordered the yakisoba, karaage, and edamame. Pretty tasty. Great service and really liked the decor. The restrooms were clean and neat with a cute little lounge inside read more

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Food was very well done and quite a large selection as well. The karage chicken was excellent and the chicken katsu and shrimp tempura dinner selections also done very well. Was a bit surprised at the atmosphere- was brighter and more open than I expected for an izakaya-themed restaurant. read more

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I got the chicken curry with HoT level spicy and added extra egg. It was so good and the staffs were so nice Their restroom is super clean, Would definitely come back. Came for their lunch special from 11am - 3pm read more

Suehiro DTLA - Chicken Katsu Curry Came with Miso Soup I got the Hot level - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California