We got several sashimi, some skewers, crispy rice tuna, shrimp tempura, cauliflower tempura, and agedashi tofu. Sashimi were very delicious and high quality. )-/ thick cut and no weird fishy smell. Skewers were also very thick and way bigger than i expected. Love the beef tongue the most. The shrimp and cauliflower tempura basically taste the same (sweet and sour). Def disappointed at this bc we expected the typical tempura without being soaked in the red sauce. Agedashi tofu was also just ok. It was kinda soggy even though we ate it immediately. The wasabi is good though and parking is $8 in the personal lot (more expensive bc we paid with card). I give it 5 stars because: - The generous portion and yummy sashimi and skewers. - Service is also fast and the waitress serving us was very friendly! - We brought few slices of cakes and there is no cake fee. They even put it in a nice plate with flower haha :) read more

IZAKAYA OSEN - Sashimi yellowtail, tuna belly, salmon, hokkaido scallop, Monkfish Liver - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you're ordering skewers, the scallop, sea bass, and prime beef kushiyaki are absolute standouts. The scallop is incredibly tender, while the sea bass is the must-order. Even if don't like seabass, you must try this one! it's buttery, perfectly charred and melts in your mouth. The prime beef is equally impressive: tender, packed with rich umami flavor, and cooked to perfection. For a larger dish, you can't go wrong with either the sea bass or blue crab hot pot. It's so rich and comforting, the fish is always perfectly cooked, and it's more than enough food for two people. Be sure to order a side of seaweed and make your own hand rolls at the table. The kabocha salad is also unexpectedly delicious and pairs well with the other indulgent items in this order. They recently moved next door and they may be overbooking themselves so expect to wait quite a while- even if you have reservations. read more

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Izakaya Osen has recently relocated into a new and redesigned space across the street from their former location. Overall, they did a very nice job. It's thoughtful, aesthetically pleasing, spacious, and with parking (valet) on site if you need. I loved the food - all of it. Service also was excellent. The issue was the music and ambiance. I went in search of a peaceful dinner, but the soundtrack was something out of a mall store for teens. Think: Forever 21 or H&M. Unbelievably obnoxious, too loud, and completely out of sync with the food and design of the space. It honestly made it hard to enjoy the meal to the tune of pounding EDM and pop hits of yesteryear. Some jazz, downtempo electronica, Japanese folk classics - or even city pop would be an enormous improvement. Lighting could also dim down considerably at night. It was too flat and too bright. Dimming the overall levels and adding candles or table lamps would improve the experience meaningfully, making things feel more intimate and classy. With some small adjustments, the entire experience could be easily 5 stars. I'd love to go back if things improve, because the food was lovely. read more

We visited the newly renovated location and it was beautiful. They expanded seating so that the outdoor space is on a patio and the interior was designed to be more modern. We had a lot of small bites throughout the night but my favorite was definitely the nigiri. We got the omakase so it was chef selection for that night but they were the perfect size and seasoned just right. I also loved the chutoro but it's personal preference because my boyfriend loved the otoro. It's a beautiful place for a date night and the staff were all kind. read more

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I've been coming here for years--it was already one of the most popular izakaya and sushi spots in town, and I recently visited again after they relocated. The sushi is still as impressive as ever, and the service remains exceptional. It's not easy to find a place in LA that delivers both an authentic Japanese izakaya atmosphere and high-quality sushi, but this spot truly excels at both. From the food and ambiance to the hospitality, everything is consistently top-notch. Their appetizer selection is also fantastic, making it a great place to enjoy with a good sake pairing. If you love Japanese food, this is definitely a place worth visiting!! read more

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Service, vibe, and fish quality ALL ON POINT. The new space is lovely. The amberjack melted in our mouths. My fave fish ! Would love to return and sit out on patio. The hot sake was smooth. Joshua, who was training 3 folks, was outstanding in directing us on menu options. Can't wait to return. They don't really need valet parking, but it's a nice option. A huge addition to the neighborhood with the NEW space. Didn't stand out in it former minimal locatio read more

Good, but not great. Tasty, but not flavorful. Fun, but not memorable. Service was very attentive and prices were average for sushi. But the items were nothing to write home about. King Salmon, Nigiri Bluefin, Red Snapper, Pepper, Pork Belly, Prime Beef, Edamame, Barracuda, Fresh (no rice), and Sake were all edible, but it wasn't anything special. I wanted to enjoy this place, and I did, but it wasn't something I would drive from Orange County to LA for. A fun local spot, but then it would be too pricey for a local spot. Try for yourself. A5?Wagyu Gyoza read more

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I love this place. Great ambiance. Right parking spots but valet is available. Food is not the best sushi but it's still very flavorful - just a tad more pricey than other spots. Service was lovely. read more

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celebrated the grand opening of Izakaya Osen's newly relocated Silver Lake spot and everything was just as amazing as I remembered. the new space is so beautiful, modern, and elevated while still keeping that cozy izakaya feeling the lychee martini and lychee negroni were so fruity and refreshing, and the food was incredible from start to finish ! we had: * Miso Soup -- tofu, wakame, scallion * Tako Ceviche Tostada -- octopus ceviche, avocado mousse, salsa macha, tostada * Kani Yaki -- snow crab, potato, kewpie mayo * Halibut Sashimi -- halibut, mango salsa, yuzu soy * Tuna Trio Sashimi -- bluefin tuna 3 ways * Premium Sushi -- assorted premium nigiri including uni + shrimp * Kushiyaki Skewers -- sea bass, chicken thigh, asparagus bacon, mushrooms * Yuzu Sorbet -- refreshing citrusy finish read more

IZAKAYA OSEN - Kushiyaki ( IG & TT: @takeonefortheroad) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

one of the better japanese restaurants in the area of silverlake! would absolutely recommend getting one of the dons. seafood taste fresh and the seaweed they provide is so unique. Also, if you're looking to celebrate a persons birthday here, don't even hesitate! they made me feel really special and i can't thank them enough for their kindness. Restaurant is kinda small and they have some seating outside. I recommend to get a reservation for parties more than 4. parking is also valeted, but we parked down the street. read more

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Sushi was mushy and mealy. Not sure if it wasn't fresh or improperly stored, but not a great experience, esp for the price.

Had the chance to attend Izakaya Ozen's grand opening party and left really impressed. The menu felt thoughtful from start to finish, with each course bringing something different to the table. Some standout dishes for me were the tuna trio sashimi. The cuts were beautiful, succulent, and incredibly tender. The premium sushi course was also a highlight, especially the king salmon with truffle and the amebi with uni and caviar, which felt like such a luxurious bite. The halibut sashimi was fresh and delicate with a great balance from the mango salsa and ponzu. My personal favorite of the night was the miso glazed sea bass from the kushiyaki course. Perfectly caramelized with that sweet and savory glaze, flaky, and packed with flavor. Ending with the yuzu sorbet was the perfect finish to the meal. Beyond the food, everything felt elevated while still being welcoming. Excited to come back and try more from the menu! read more

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Really enjoyed my meal at Izakaya Osen! The sushi and sashimi were incredibly fresh and tasted very high quality. We ordered a few different nigiri and every piece was delicious. The ceviche was one of my favorite dishes of the night, and the skewers were super flavorful too. For drinks, I got the Tokyo cocktail and my friend got the Lychee Martini, both were great! Overall, everything we ordered was fresh, well-prepared, and worth it. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for sushi and drinks. read more

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We came here during dineLA last year but ended up opting not to do the dineLA menu because they seemed so busy and understaffed at the time it didn't seem worth the hassle. We signed in and waited then were seated at the bar. The server greeted us and the first thing he did was apologize to us, saying they were understaffed and it was dineLA. We completely understood and appreciated he told us, but so far nothing had gone wrong with our service so it wasn't needed and set a strange tone to the rest of our experience. But he seemed so flustered we felt really bad and opted to order simple bowls and a beer instead of the multi course dineLA meal. He informed us it might be a wait for our food if we ordered from the sushi bar. We agreed. In my opinion we didn't wait very long for our food. Once we got it I thought it was delicious and the fish quality was great even if was quite an expensive bowl at almost $40. It took a bit of time and multiple flagging of servers to get the check, a box, and then a pen to sign the check. Overall I would have loved to try more dishes but it just seemed too busy and loud to relax and the staff seemed too overwhelmed for such a small place. Perhaps I'll come back if I'm in the area again one day. read more

IZAKAYA OSEN - Omakase Bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Stopped by the grand opening of Izakaya Osen Silver Lake and was really impressed. The new location is gorgeous inside with a much more elevated feel, but the food is still everything I loved about the original spot. Every dish we tried was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. It's great to see them grow while keeping the same quality that made people love them in the first place. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Silver Lake. read more

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In my opinion this place is the most amazing Sushi restaurant for Sake lover and also Yakidori aficionado who can truly appreciate the fresh sushi and quality of different meat and seafood and vegetables perfectly cooked over charcoal fire. The Sushi comes from the live fish shipped directly overseas via Fed Ex daily and local Unni comes from Santa Barbara. The menu items are varied and numerous. The service staff is extremely well versed and recommended appropriate food items that go well. His knowledge of various Sake and the food pairing made huge difference in our satisfaction over the items that we ordered. Over and above any other Sushi restaurant, this particular Sake pairing with small yakitori style skewered meat and vegetables perfectly cooked over gas charcoal fire is unique as its name suggests. This restaurant is the original one of three Osen group's restaurants owned by Chef Cho with strong history of serving initially in San Francisco area and now expanding into LA, Irvine and eventually into San Diego area. With my initial experience here today I have absolutely no doubt that Chef Cho and his partners will be every bit successful in the endeavors of bringing the best tasting Japanese Sushi and Kushiyaki Jidori style of small dishes that pair well with different liquors including high quality Sake. Go forth and try. You will be pleased. read more

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Really enjoyed our lunch here! Everything we ordered was delicious, and you could really taste how fresh and high quality the seafood was. The Premium Sushi Hachi Mori was easily one of favorites and they were all prepared beautifully. The Toro Uni Bowl was so rich and flavorful. The rich toro and creamy uni paired well with the seaweed and rice making it the perfect bite each time! The sea bass was super tender and I loved the flavor and the pork belly skewers were cooked perfectly. The restaurant has a modern, cozy atmosphere that's perfect for a date night or to share a nice meal with family or friends, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. We had a really enjoyable experience, and I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu! :) read more

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I've been going to Izakaya osen for ages. The quality is consistently high quality. My go to items are the miso sea bass skewer and various nigiri items. The omakase bowl is also so delicious as well. read more

This place is absolutely delicious! My favorite sushi spot in the city with great service and an incredible list of menu items

From silky toro to gold-flecked bites--this tasting menu is pure indulgence @osen_izakaya is getting a head start on @dinela, and trust me--you'll want to experience this tasting menu now before the official dates roll around. Available Monday-Thursday from 5PM, this multi-course lineup is thoughtful, refined, and deeply satisfying. The house-made salmon tofu ball arrives delicate and silky in a warm dashi broth with soy sauce and mushrooms--comforting in the best way. Halibut sashimi with mizuna is bright and refreshing, finished with yuzu skin sauce, tomatoes, and cucumber. The seared toro is rich and buttery, balanced by minty edible flowers. Then comes three premium sushi pieces (chef's choice)--with the sweet shrimp topped with uni absolutely stealing the show. The miso Chilean sea bass is a standout: perfectly cooked and paired with an addictive house-made parsley chimichurri you'll be dreaming about later. Don't skip the Crispy Seaweed with Toro, finished with caviar and gold flakes for that extra luxe bite. Everything wraps up clean and citrusy with a Yuzu Sorbet. read more

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Food and drinks were great! We ordered off the kushiyaki menu. The feel of the restaurant is modern yet still immersed in the Japanese culture. read more

We came here for dinner on Monday a little before 8:30pm. We didn't have a reservation beforehand, and luckily, there was no wait when we arrived. We were seated right away. I orderd the Omakase Bowl, and my bf ordered the Toro Uni Bowl. We also ordered two orders each of Kushiyaki Sea Bass and Kushiyaki Beef. Our food came out about 10 minutes after we placed our orders. I loved the Omakase Bowl. Everything about it was delicious. It was served with sea trumpet seaweed and it was my first time seeing and having it. It had an interesting texture compared to the other kind of seaweed I usually eat. It was soft and had a thread-like texture. I liked it. It paired very well with the bowl. The kushiyaki were also yummy. Both the sea bass and beef were really good but I particularly loved the sea bass. It was a little crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The seasoning and sauce were delicious. Overall, we had a wonderful and filling meal here! read more

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This is by far the best sushi restaurant in Silverlake. I visit at least once a month because I absolutely love how fresh the fish is. The atmosphere is wonderful, the service is outstanding, and every dish is delicious. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great sushi. read more

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Amazing new location, I'm obsessed with their sushi sampler as well as their scallop and uni appetizer. They always have the best selection of freshly flown in fish. Their hot items are worth trying too. read more

The food was so great and the drinks were so great was lucky enough to be able to attend their opening party and their staff were so nice. Restaurant is a bit small but it's cute inside. read more

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Visiting home town - been looking forward to izakaya as where I currently live does not have the best selection, I was very excited to try izakaya Osen. Venue: small - wooden- small tables are very close to each other Food: My absolute favorite is otoro (tuna belly) and uni (sea urchin) so I was very excited to try otoro uni however i did not enjoy the fried seaweed that it was on. It did not compliment; rather it accentuated the fishiness this was a bad disappointment. On the other side kushiyaki (skewers) is their forte. Tried pork belly, beef, ginko and sea bass and they were all exceptional especially the sea bass was out of this world. All kushiyaki was packed with amazing flavor and cooked to perfection. Service: great service. I was seeking traditional izakaya but I did not pick up on the traditional taste here. Nevertheless I was not disappointed with kushiyaki read more

IZAKAYA OSEN - Kushiyaki Pork Belly, Kushiyaki Prime Beef, Kushiyaki Ginko Nut, Kushiyaki Sea Bass - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Super cozy spot with really attentive waiters/waitresses. We had a reservation for 3 people and there were no tables inside available so we opted to sit at the bar. I would recommend the omakase bowl since it's filling and delicious. It also comes with organic seaweed which I've never had before. We also got the toro roll and weren't huge fans of it. Overall, this is a nice place to visit if you're craving Japanese food! read more

IZAKAYA OSEN - Omakase Bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Yummy fresh melt in your mouth fish! $7 cash valet parking available. Clean interior, friendly service, and fresh seafood! Walked in around 9 pm on a Sunday and had no wait. Immediately got seated and ordered the Toro Uni Bowl and Premium Chirashi. - Toro Uni Bowl $39 (5/5) With a side of seaweed, you can make your own little hand rolls. Tender buttery Toro with delicious Uni from Santa Barbara! (Usually Uni has such a strong ocean taste, but this one was delicious) - Premium Chirashi $70 (5/5) Each fish was sliced perfectly, tender, buttery, and flavorful. Whether it was a tiny drop of kizami wasabi, lemon, or caviar, each piece was unique and delicious. Truly enjoyed the rice on the bottom as well and the side of veggies including pickled radish, green beans, onions, carrots, and wasabi octopus. Great for sharing too! - Black Sesame Ice Cream with Dried Persimmon and Cream Cheese $10 (4/5) Unique and tasty! The persimmon was sweet and chewy with cream cheese blocks which was an interesting pair. I chose the black sesame icecream and it was smooth, creamy, and delicious. Had such a wonderful time here with my mans and will def be back for more :-) read more

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Went here with friends with a Friday night and had no trouble getting a resy. We sat outside and honestly we were overwhelmed by their big menu so we ended up just ordering whatever looked good and we were not disappointed! Dishes came out so quick - we got hot plates, cold plates, sushi, yakitori, sake/beer, everything was amazing. My favorite was definitely the blue crab wrapped in salmon (could have my own plate). Service was quick and friendly, no complaints Probably my favorite izakaya in the city and the vibes are great for hanging out and drinking! read more

IZAKAYA OSEN - Blue crab and salmon - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had heard from some people that Izakaya Osen is as good as Izakaya Hachi, so we went out of our way to try Osen. We might have just gone on an off night, but we were not very impressed with our food. We had the ankimo, eggplant, uni on scallop, uni and amaebi bowl and some skewers. The biggest problem for me was that the uni wasn't very good. Especially the uni on scallop should have been amazing, but the uni was a little fishy and not too sweet. Also the skewers were just ok, but tongue was just bad. It was very tough and chewy, I've never had that anywhere else. The atmosphere is loud and the space is very crowded. Service was quick and efficient. I don't think we will be back, kinda disappointed since we were so excited to try this place. read more

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delicious food, great service. freshest toro i have ever had and the spicy tuna on crispy rice (a classic) somehow blows all others out of the water. one thing to note: this is a smallish space that gets busy, and loud. if you or someone in your party is hard of hearing, you might have some trouble conversing. but you'll enjoy the food either way! read more

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3.5/5! not bad but not the greatest flavors. our favorites were probably the sashimi tuna belly / toro and salmon truffle hehe the miso crab salmon was fire too with some ponzu sauce but texture was something i've never had in sushi. read more

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This is an update of photos for my previous review. I'll be back again to try more of their items on the menu. read more

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My favorite sushi spot in silverlake. Seafood is fresh, skewers are amazing and the beer is a1 Service is awesome! I always come here when I crave sushi! You can never go wrong with UNI AND TORO over SUSHI RICEEEER read more

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The new location across the street is a true winner. Fabulous decor supported by a wait staff that t truly cares. The food was delicious with superb quality and beautifully presented. We will definitely be returning regularly. read more

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If you love authentic Japanese flavors, Izakaya Osen in Silver Lake is a must-visit! I started with their uni scallop carpaccio -- buttery, delicate, and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth good. Then came the omakase bowl and toro uni bowl, both packed with rich, fresh flavors and incredible presentation. Every nigiri piece was perfection -- you can tell the fish is super fresh and sliced with care. To top it off, their kushiyaki skewers were grilled perfectly and gave that cozy izakaya vibe that makes you feel like you're in Japan. The ambiance is warm and intimate, perfect for date nights or a nice dinner with friends. Highly recommend making a reservation since it gets busy -- but trust me, it's worth it. One of the best sushi experiences I've had in LA! read more

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I joined my coworkers for dinner at Izakaya Osen last night. The restaurant is located on the corner of a small shopping center in Silverlake. They offer valet parking which is $7 if you're parked with them for the validated 90 minutes (which Izakaya validated). Upon arrival, we were all greeted with friendly faces and seated right away. We were told that if we had any questions about the menu to let them know and that if we have any dietary restrictions the chef would accommodate. Yesterday was a first time for all of us and let me share that we weren't ready for their expansive menu. They have so many options for everyone's palate and mood. Pictured below I ordered the spicy tuna hand roll and their fresh roll makimono with salmon, yellowtail, and halibut. Both of my orders were absolutely delicious and the fish tasted so fresh. The service was great; our waitress was so kind and often checked in to see if we needed anything. She asked if our food was great and if we enjoyed it. The employees cleaned as we enjoyed our food and chatted amongst one another. Izakaya Osen exceeded my expectations. I will be back soon read more

IZAKAYA OSEN - Fresh (no Rice) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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came here last thursday with a friend and a 10000/10 from the both of us! we had an array of dishes from their sushi, hand rolls, skewers, appetizers, and yuzu sorbet our personal favorites were the overnight fedex uni (pictured in review), and the sea bass skewer everything was VERY fresh and high quality - we literally couldn't stop talking about the uni! so creamy, so buttery.... my friend had just actually just gotten back from japan and agreed as well that this has become one of our favorite sushi spots in LA the ambiance is so cozy as well and perfect for smaller gatherings and get togethers! read more

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I was invited here for their grand opening party and it was a little bittersweet the new location is beautiful and we could see how hard the staff was working! Unfortunately it seemed like they were very behind or overwhelmed as our meal took over 3 hours. The lychee martini, tako ceviche and fish kushiyaki were delicious tho I also loved the yuzu sorbet for dessert in the sushi, I liked the salmon and scallop. The barracuda was a little too fishy for me. read more

Took my partner here for date night and we had such an incredible time trying their 7-course tasting menu for $99 per person. The cuts of fish we've tried were incredibly fresh, & high quality! I really love the exquisite presentation of each course.I was surprised how refreshing and tasty the halibut was, the seared toro was so tender, and love the chef's sushi selection that we've got especially the one with uni. Everything was chef's kiss! I highly recommend this spot if you wanna experience elevated Japanese food that's worth the price tag! read more

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