Top Japanese Restaurant in Beverly Hills
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
163 N La Cienega Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, United States
This used to be years ago another Japanese food restaurant, which was clean and peaceful. I guess they changed owners besides the name and the food. We didnt know it was Korean style cook your own BBQ. We were dressed for a nice Fathers day dinner in Beverly Hills but that didnt happen so we just ordered salads and then they forgot the shrimp! We literally were walking in food particles on the floor and under the chairs. When I asked for a booth, we were told there werent any, but I saw two sit empty the whole time we were there. I actually saw the bus boy cleaning the table next to us and swiping the food to the floor. I think the health inspectors should come around. Such a shame, it was a very nice place before. We wont be returning.
Kazan Beverly Hills
111 N La Cienega Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, United States
Ive passed by this place multiple times, and wondered what it was, eventually finding out it was going to be a ramen spot. Original Tatsu founder, Ryu, is behind Kazan.Got the spicy lamb chop ramen that's served with handmade shin soba noodles of varying thickness in a claypot that's like a Sichuan-esque hotpot. Server recommended it, took 10-15 minutes since she said it's pretty much done from scratch. The spiciness is pretty up there initially, with some ma la numbing. Ive read on a forum that their other bowls like the truffle shio were salt bombs. Mine was fine, teetering on the border of being too salty, but just right. After a while though, once the spiciness abated, it's more apparent that it might actually be a little bit too salty, even for a savory fanatic like me. Noodles were nice, with a supple bite to them. Not exactly sure why the widths range from thin to thick. If I had to pick one, I'd go with the thickest variety looking like fettuccine since it might be a better fit in a Sichuan hot pot riff. Lamb chops were seared and cooked to medium. It wasn't that strong of a sear as I would usually want, maybe this was the chef's intention. There wasn't that much flavor if simply eaten by itself, but because of the on-point doneness, it' s easy to dip the chops in the spicy broth and bite the meat off and is kind of fun to do. Reminded me of the lamb chop “popsicles” I had at Vij's in Vancouver where you could similarly have the curry as a dip. Would I prefer maybe slices of [seared] lamb belly instead? Possibly, it could work better, I'm not 100% sure.Lotus chips were pretty good, thinly sliced and fried tossed in a bit of salt.The space itself is pretty cool and modern, with the noodle machines by the window like some pasta shops or Italian restaurants. Service was very friendly and attentive. Ryu came by to ask for feedback too. Saw someone else instructing a staff member how the kitchen works, looks like they're still working out kinks.Im not sure what to make of Kazan. Currently it tastes like a 4/5, but I rated it 3/5 mainly because of the pricing, the biggest dealbreaker is the price tag, the lamb chop ramen being the most expensive bowl at $35, others in the high $20s. It's very interesting for sure and there's quite a bit to like I think even though the execution doesn't land perfectly. La Cienega in BH is restaurant row, but even then, $25-$35 for ramen is hard to justify unless it's world class. Granted, Kazan has only been open for a month, and I think Ryu does care in trying something different. And especially on a historical, established street with powerhouse restaurants like Matsuhisa and Lawrys nearby, it might be the kind of restaurant to break the mold and inspire change. Reminded me of MTN when I had the dungeness crab ramen, which also had a really good, unique broth, noodles were ok, and that was already expensive at 26 bucks. I guess if one considers the Asian noodles vs Italian pasta argument certain chefs like David Chang debate regarding cost and pricing, maybe I could see a day where such a price could be justified. Lamb isn't the cheapest meat in the world and I've definitely had worse tasting [seafood] pasta that cost the same or more, served in smaller portion sizes, like at Madeo. Then again, theres Iki Ramen in Ktown doing a great job with a number of different ramens and small dishes while being much cheaper. But I do hope that Kazan succeeds in some shape or form in trying to be an artisan spot serving uniquely tasting bowls of ramen. Let's just say I left on a somewhat optimistic note, interested to try the parmesan yuzu chicken leg ramen I had my eye on next time.
SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
212 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, United States
The price for an a-list place like this is superb. I recommend the fixed price menu, but not the most expensive one because I got that while my mom had the standard, and there was barely any difference. The service is world class. The portions are tiny but fulfilling as they come out one by one. The taste is mostly fantastic, a couple items that were disappointing. Vibe is cozy but very very dark. Some annoying ppl sitting next to us ruined the vibes. I’ve been to tons of Japanese restaurants and pan Japanese ie Nikkei and this was definitely one I’d take my boujee friends to when they come visit
Sushi Kiyono
255 S Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, United States
Proper sushi restaurant, real Japanese sushi/sashimi cuisine, no frills necessary and none shown. A really good local choice. The food is made with the impeccable care of proper sushi chefs, the space is nice and clean. No excessive decor to take your attention away from the chefs at work. I highly recommend the special rolls and a carafe of hot sake.
Matsuhisa
129 N La Cienega Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, United States
It was just an OK experience for dining at this japanese restaurant in Beverly Hills area. The price is quite expensive to dine at this restaurant. My wife and I spent nearly $400 dining here to celebrate her birthday. The food was OK. We kinda disappointed at our kobe & wayu beef selection. The beef was tendered and melt inside our mouth. However, the seasoned to the beef was disappointed. It took away the taste of the perfect piece of beef. We should have ordered plain grill to both pieces of the beef like we usually do. All the dishes we ordered were expensive but the taste was OK.
Yazawa Japanese BBQ
9669 S Santa Monica Blvd #2, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, United States
Very high end Japanese Bbq restaurant in Beverly Hills
Boss Sushi
270 S La Cienega Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, United States
An unpretentious, straight up Japanese restaurant with great sushi and other dishes.The restaurant is a bit dated, but thats why you go.
Asakuma Sushi-Beverly Hills
141 S Robertson Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, United States
If you are looking for an affordable sushi spot then this place might be of interest to you. You can get 3 rolls for $15. Asakuma's specialty rolls are slightly cheaper then most, and the portions will satisfy most for the price. This might sound like an absolute steal, but once you try it, you can tell the quality is lacking.I have given this place 3 chances. All of which were pick up orders so I will be somewhat lenient.Sushi is one of my favorite cuisines. I usually finish my plate and wish I had more. That was not the case for Asakuma. 2 out of my 3 times ordering here I could not finish my plate simply due to quality of fish. That said, there are some items worth trying. Here's what I would and wouldn't recommend:Avoid their basic cut rolls - The spicy tuna roll and California roll, two staple rolls in most US sushi restaurants were let downs here. They over pack the imitation carb, and the tuna is over mixed in sauce.Avocado - Don't be surprised if the avocado on your roll is hard. I ordered the eel and avocado roll and I had to remove the avocado as it almost rock had.Specialty rolls to try - The king lobster roll (minus asparagus) was really good! I highly recommend. The crunch roll and Snow White roll both tasted good and are worth a try if your new to this place.Overall, I was not “wowed” by anything on the menu at Asakuma. That said, the price is definitely enticing if you are looking for a cheap sushi spot. Keep in mind I have not eaten at the physical restaurant, so your experience may be different if you choose to eat there.I wouldn't expect this place to be a mainstay to your sushi restaurant rotation unless you are ok with subpar sushi for a fair price.
Strings Ramen
225 S Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, United States
Finally! The Beverly Hills area has a Ramen shop. It definitely fills a hole in the local cuisine offering.Prices are reasonable, the ramen is above-average, the Gyoza is prepared wonderfully, and the edamame is well-seasoned.The staff is *very* attentive. More on this later.Strings is a brand-new ramen shop and in a few ways, its newness really shows - both good and bad. But the bad is greatly outweighed by the good, so much so that I cant justify removing a star from the rating.Strings provides high quality chopsticks -- you might not care about this but thats something that matters greatly to me.If youre looking for a quick bowl of ramen over your lunch break, this spot is a great option. Actually, its really the only option! As a Ramen connoisseur, I definitely endorse this spot - you wont leave disappointed or feeling like you spent more than the meal was worth.Lets welcome this new shop to the local gastronomic community and show our support by dropping by for a quick lunch or dinner! Theyre currently offering a steep discount on all food and drink, so nows the best time to check it out if you havent already.As for me, Ill be a regular customer from this point on.Now, this next part is for the staff:Two notes.Firstly, waitstaff is clearly enthusiastic and motivated to provide the best possible service. Thats great and appreciated! But there was too much of it. A handful of unprompted service check-ins is expected, 6-8 is excessive. Im confident this slight issue will be smoothed out after a few weeks of operation.Lastly, the starter should arrive prior to the ramen dish, not at the same time -- especially when youre not busy and have the luxury of timing dishes without a rush.Two very minor issues and many great things. Good luck to your business - I hope it stays open for a long time.
Summer Fish & Rice
201 S Robertson Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, United States
Today for lunch, my dad took me on a daddy-daughter date. He asked me where I wanted to go and what food I was in the mood for. I said I was craving high-quality sushi with a pleasant atmosphere. He suggested Summer Fish and Rice and I got exactly what I craved. The big glass windows created a warm and welcoming environment. It's been raining for a few weeks now in LA so it felt good to be hugged by the sunlight while eating the extraordinary sushi. The staff was kind, well mannered and seated us right away. We got there just as it opened so we happened to be the only ones there. It felt like private dining! To start, my dad and I ordered mushroom karaage. The shimeji and portobello mushrooms were lightly battered and deep fried, they had a touch of seaweed, shichimi pepper, and to finish it off a sprinkle of salt. In my seventeen years of life, this dish was the best mushroom dish I ever tasted. For my main course, I got the lunch combo which comes with an authentic miso soup, an appetizer of your choice, and a special sushi roll. This combo was out of this world. The miso soup had the perfect sodium level. Not too salty like other sushi restaurants. The crispy rice and spicy tuna was something I had never seen before. It was more fried rice than crispy rice which added a delicious twist to the texture. To end our lunch we ordered the ceviche which was phenomenal. Cubes of chilled sashimi were served in a cocktail glass. With a perfect combination of mango, avocado, tomato, and grapefruit topped with house yuzu vinegar a masterpiece was made. It was the perfect combination of flavors that left the fish popping in our mouths. In addition to the outstanding sushi, I loved that the restaurant did not play loud and obnoxious music that would disrupt me from tasting my food and enjoying my company. (unlike most LA restaurants). Parking was simple, no need to worry, just look around Robertson and Charleville for street parking. If you are looking for a sushi restaurant with an assortment of options, a welcoming atmosphere, and kind waiters, Summer Fish and Rice is the place for you.