3 Best Japanese Restaurants in Los Angeles, CA

“Daikokuya Little Tokyo offers rice bowls and ramen, and is a no-frills Japanese restaurant. They use homemade, tender pork belly char shu, which makes the daikoku ramen special. Their daikoku ramen is prepared with boiled egg, seasoned bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, and green onion in pork soup. They provide a social atmosphere to dig into piping hot bowls of flavorful (porky) broth and chewy noodles. The customers love to savour their speciality, daikoku ramen. Daikokuya Little Tokyo is the perfect restaurant for any family gatherings and dates with your loved ones. They are offering both indoor and outdoor seating. This thick and creamy tonkotsu (pork bone) broth is slow-cooked for hours to perfection. It’s served with delicate noodles, tender pork chashu, bamboo shoots, and more.”

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“Yamashiro Hollywood has a beautiful ambience inside and outside, with ponds throughout the property. They have a Japanese garden in the centre of the restaurant, and outside their patio has a view of all of Los Angeles. Yamashiro serves Sushi & Cal-Asian fare amid gardens and a koi pond, viewing the city. Their dynamic culinary team welcomes you to experience their Asian-inspired Californian fare. They have an all-new menu, revamped cocktail program, and plenty of open-air seating that includes encased tent covers and heat lamps. Their menu also offers a large variety of pancakes, French toast, and egg options. Yamashiro Hollywood requires reservations and offers outdoor seating with a cozy fireplace.”

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“Tatsu Ramen provides Japanese noodle soups with customized ingredients and iPad ordering. The ambience is clean with wood panelling and lighting. Tatsu Ramen has experience serving staff and is a professional chef. The customers can enjoy their delicious foods in a comfortable atmosphere with an impressive music selection. Indoor and outdoor seating available here. Their noodles have great bounce, and the flavours take you back to udon shops in Japan. They have a vegetarian option on the menu. They also serve naked ramen and hippie ramen for vegans. You can also get free corn and condiments. Tatsu Ramen has a wheelchair-accessible car park, seating, restroom, and entrance.”

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