Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Los Angeles

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Updated 05 May 2025

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Sushi Nikkei - Bixby Knolls

4.9

4.9 (192)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Chef Eduardo Chang Ogata brings Peruvian flavors and elements to traditional Japanese Sushi. Sushi Nikkei on Bixby Knolls received Michelin plate on 2022 and 2023.

Top review

YoustinaVIP

Dined on 2 May 2025

This Peruvian sushi fusion is unmatched. Fresh fish and delicious!

ONYX

4.7

4.7 (139)

$30 and under

Japanese

Agoura Hills / Westlake Village

About the restaurant

Experience the artistry of Japanese cuisine at ONYX Restaurant, a premier sushi restaurant in Westlake Village known for its fresh ingredients and expertly crafted flavors. Located within Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, this elegant dining destination offers a refined selection of sushi, sashimi, and signature rolls, alongside robata-grilled specialties and traditional Japanese dishes. With a sophisticated ambiance and a curated sake collection, ONYX provides a standout experience for those seeking a top Japanese restaurant in Westlake Village near Thousand Oaks. Whether indulging in an omakase tasting or enjoying handcrafted sushi, guests can expect exceptional quality in a stylish setting.

Top review

LaurieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Enjoyed another excellent dinner at Onyx! Especially enjoyed two of the specials offered (the miso glazed sea bass with delicious seasonal vegetables and the soft-shell crab salad). Other favorite dishes include the grilled kama tacos, the wagyu ramen, the ora king salmon crudo, the gyoza and the perfectly prepared nigiri. While many of the items are delicious, it is always a special dining experience to enjoy the specials (if offered) and the Omakase menu.

Kiitsu

4.8

4.8 (148)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Brentwood

About the restaurant

Step inside the warm glow of Imari's hand-made oak interior and feel transported by an ever-evolving menu under the culinary direction of world-renowned Chef Derek Wilcox of 3-Michelin-starred Kikunoi (Kyoto) and Shoji (NYC).

Here you can discover Washoku — a celebration of Japanese culture through traditional dishes, in harmony with the seasons, and local ingredients. With gracious hospitality and presented on shareable plates, Imari stays true to culture by sourcing the finest and freshest ingredients available.

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SharonVIP

Dined on 17 Apr 2025

Arnold was a phenomenal waiter Food fantastic Cod, Crispy rice, dragon rolls etc. personal staff and wonderful ambiance

WARAKU

4.7

4.7 (20)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Torrance / Carson

About the restaurant

At WARAKU, we strive to offer a dining experience that fully satisfies by combining traditional Japanese cuisine with innovative approaches. Our pride lies in the Omakase sashimi platter, featuring seasonal fresh fish sourced directly from the Osaka Central Wholesale Market.

Party of 1 or 2 may go to a bar counter seat when a busy hour.
Please call us if your group is more than 6 people.

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HannaVIP

Dined on 5 Mar 2025

Formerly Wadamitsu. Now a sole owner. Food,service, & atmosphere still as wonderful as ever. Shared the fried oyster meal, tuna-hamachi-salmon (subbed salmon for 1/2 & 1/2 tuna-hamachi) bowl, tofu chicken jellyfish salad & yellowtail sashimi appetizer. The fish was generous & fresh. Will return soon.

Teru Sushi

4.8

4.8 (631)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Studio City

About the restaurant

Teru Sushi in Studio City was created in 1979 and opened to rave reviews at the beginning of the sushi craze in LA, It was the first in the Valley to combine fine Japanese cuisine with a warm and lively ambiance and is widely known for a consistently high quality of food and friendly efficient service.

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eleenag

Dined on 9 Mar 2025

Have been coming to this place for 20 years. Best sushi in Studio City.

Sakana Sushi Lounge DTLA

4.6

4.6 (274)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

Sakana Sushi Lounge is the culmination of hand selected fish and creative Japanese cuisine in an elegant yet comfortable space in Downtown Los Angeles. We'll be the first to admit it; quality is not what it used to be. Our restaurant's focus is on using the highest quality ingredients which may be a paradigm shift in an our fast paced world. Our team hand selects real fish on a daily basis as a ritual and deep commitment to those who allow us the pleasure of serving them. Our restaurant's recipes and methods are rich in decades of experience, while our dining area commands a stylish contemporary edge. Our expert staff isn't just here to serve, but really to be a guide into a unique, Japanese experience through a menu of thoughtful and flavorful selections.

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Riv

Dined 1 day ago

Great sushi! Great appetizers! Beautiful building.

Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Torrance

4.8

4.8 (288)

$50 and over

Japanese

Torrance / Carson

About the restaurant

Authentic Japanese Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant.

Manpuku Community!
Please call at 424-271-7830 if you have any questions. Thank you!

-Restaurant Policy-
We hold reservations for 15 minutes. If your party has not arrived or called via phone within 15 minutes after your reservation time, the restaurant reserves the right to mark your reservation as a no-show or cancellation. Time limit of 2 hours dinning must be required for all party. Please check in before your reservation time.

Top review

NancyVIP

Dined on 21 Apr 2025

It’s always a great experience at this restaurant servers are friendly and helpful. Food is always delicious.

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Omakase - Manpuku Premium

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Omakase - Manpuku Traditional

Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Los Angeles/Sawtelle

4.8

4.8 (266)

$50 and over

Japanese

West Los Angeles

About the restaurant

Traditional Japanese style BBQ Dining from Tokyo Japan.

Manpuku, which means “to be happy with a full stomach” in Japanese, opened its doors to hungry customers in Tokyo more than 60 years ago.

Reservation policy*
We will hold your reservation for 15 min.
Your reservation will be automatically canceled if you do not arrive in the time allotted.

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Nicolas

Dined on 1 May 2025

The quality of the food is only surpassed by the quality of the wonderful staff! Hands down best meat ever, and you can cook how YOU want it. 11/10

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Omakase - Manpuku Premium

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Omakase - Manpuku Traditional

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA

4.8

4.8 (160)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Little Tokyo

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

Top review

Eric

Dined on 21 Apr 2025

The food was delicious I had been on a 24 hour fast before hand and definitely ate my money worth. My wife is Japanese and she enjoyed it too. Our servers were attentive. We did eat early on a Monday. But I have zero complaints

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Japonica - Redondo Beach

4.8

4.8 (60)

$30 and under

Japanese

Redondo Beach

About the restaurant

At Japonica, we take great pride in offering the best Japanese cuisine and sake to our wonderful guests. Every day, it is our pleasure to share our joy of the Japanese culinary arts with the local community through delicious food, curated sake, and a welcoming ambiance. However, none of this would be possible without our loyal patrons and our hardworking team. We love you, we love the South Bay beach cities, and we could not be more grateful to you all. We truly believe that the world will be a better, more peaceful place when everyone is happy. By filling your bellies and souls, we hope to spread just a little more happiness throughout Southern California.

Top review

JohnVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Food and ambiance always great. We made reservations. This is new and useful as the wait without a reservation was 45 minutes.

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