Top rated Japanese authentic restaurants in Los Angeles, United States to elevate your visit (Updated March, 2024)

Top rated Japanese authentic restaurants in Los Angeles

Experience the best that Los Angeles has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 10 places from Japanese authentic restaurant category.

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UKA

Authentic Japanese restaurant

👍👍 Hidden behind the Japan House in LA is a traditional kaiseki experience that feels like you were transported to Japan. UKA embodies fine dining. The seating consists of a set of tables with views of the LA skyline and a chef's counter. We had reservations at the chef's counter. The entire meal was...

5.00 (117 reviews)

Bar Uerukamu

Authentic Japanese restaurant

👍👍 A hidden gem if you ask me. Tapas are generously and well seasoned for the purpose of alcohol consumption. The sushi options are unique and special. Sake and shochu options are authentically Japanese and really quite divine. Things you generally wouldn’t find in regular Japanese restaurants. The...

4.90 (75 reviews)

Anzu

Fried chicken takeaway

👍👍 Tasty fried chicken better known as karaage in Japanese. The crust is very flavorful with seasoning. I like the karaage burger best with the jalapeño ranch aioli. Fries are seasoned. What is really great is that there is ample parking in the lot next door, which is really key in the Sawtelle neighbo...

$ $$$

4.70 (192 reviews)

Asuka

Japanese restaurant

Warm, minimalist eatery offering traditional à la carte sushi & sashimi & a chef's-choice menu.

4.70 (141 reviews)

Maru Ramen

Restaurant

👍👍 Always pass by this place with the eye catching figure outside the building(can't miss it) but haven't had the chance to come in till today. Peter greeted me as soon as I walked in and provided a pleasant experience throughout my meal. I ordered the Karaage Chicken Appetizer which was oh so good! J...

4.70 (93 reviews)

Hakata Ikkousha Tonkotsu Ramen Little Tokyo

Ramen restaurant

Understated Japanese eatery turning out a variety of ramen soups, plus dumplings & other bites.

$ $$$

4.50 (589 reviews)

Moto Azabu Sushi Bar & Grill

Sushi restaurant

Sushi, sashimi & izakaya-style grilled snacks served with sake in a casual setting with a patio.

4.50 (331 reviews)

Tsubaki

Authentic Japanese restaurant

Neighborhood izakaya showcasing seasonal small plates, noodle specialties, dumplings & drinks.

$$ $$

4.50 (286 reviews)

Gyu-Kaku

Authentic Japanese restaurant

🫤 We got the standard course for two people. While the food was good and the service exceptional, the sticky floor, sticky sauce bottles and filthy bathroom really took away from the experience. For that price, things should at least be clean. Our waitress is the primary reason it got as many stars as...

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4.20 (750 reviews)

Torigoya

Authentic Japanese restaurant

This grilled-meat-on-skewers specialist serves traditional yakitori in a basic setting.

$ $$$

4.00 (126 reviews)

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Top rated Japanese authentic restaurants in Los Angeles, United States