We came here for dinner before a show at the Largo at the Coronet theater (3 doors down), not knowing anything about it. What a lucky find! At 6pm, we were only 1 of 2 parties; by 7:30pm, all the inside & outdoor patio tables were filled except for a couple. A large party made the indoor atmosphere pretty loud, but after they left it was easy to have audible conversation. Several people came in to pick up to go orders while we were there. Service was really warm, food came out so fast & everything was DELISH: Beef bowl - marbled beef cooked w/onions on rice. So tender & flavorful! Spicy tuna bowl - spicy tuna over rice, with a wasabi ponzu sauce. Yum! Albacore hand roll - fresh & buttery Eel hand roll - melt in your mouth delicious We were there early so it was easy to find parking at a meter. I can see why they get such consistently great reviews! I'll be back to try their yummy looking udon dishes. Highly recommend!! read more

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Stopped by before a show at Largo, and there were only four other people dining at the time. Service was friendly. I ordered a diet coke, two orders of the eel sushi (each order comes with only two pieces!). I didn't feel four pieces of eel sushi was good value for $16. The hand rolls were $6 a piece which were smaller than the average hand rolls. The eel had great flavor, but the spicy tuna was off. Oh how I wish I didn't have to walk through the kitchen to get to the restrooms. I didn't enjoy seeing the behind the scenes of it all. And the bathrooms need to be cleaned better, especially around the base of the toilets. They smelled awful. I hate to say this, but I definitely wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. read more

Kochi - Eel sushi - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

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After reading the reviews here I had high expectations...Sadly, I was disappointed to learn that it's another overhyped and overpriced spot just because of the location. It's right across from Nice Guy and the Sofitel. $115 for lunch for 2. I could have and should have gone to Sugarfish and actually enjoyed the meal. Ordered the spicy garlic edamame, cucumbers, crispy rice and (2) sushi lunch special. The cucumbers and edamame were delicious but everything else was underwhelming. The sushi lunch special comes with a salad and miso soup, a Cali roll topped with spicy tuna and 5 pieces of assorted sushi. Since I'm allergic to crab and imitation crab, I requested a substitute for the Cali roll which they obliged but could only substitute it with a cucumber roll. 2 of the pieces of sushi were fishy and the other pieces were tough and dry almost as if we got the trimmings of the fish that were left out. The service was definitely not worth the 18% tip they suggest when checking out. The waitress seemed annoyed we were there. Maybe she was having a bad day or didn't like the fact that we asked for more than one soy sauce dish so we wouldn't have to share. They do not allow you to pour your own soy sauce, nor do they leave the bottle at the table. They also don't give extra ginger if requested. The inside was decorated cute and clean but the vibe didn't make up for the experience. Like I said, just go to Sugarfish and get your moneys worth of good food. read more

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6 stars for the spicy Niku udon, 3.5 stars for the other dishes I've tried! The first time I went to Kochi, I got the spicy beef (niku) udon and was absolutely obsessed. For under $20, it was so filling, the perfect amount of spice, with a nice helping of chewy udon cooked to perfection. I was so obsessed, I went back the same week to try their carbonara udon and was less impressed. While it had the same udon, it was a little too heavy on the cream. Yesterday, I went back and tried the niku udon to try something else and was lowkey disappointed. The soup was really salty so we ended up adding in a whole cup of hot water to make it more edible. Still love the spicy niku but don't think I'll try anything else here! Parking: metered parking out front for 1.50 and hour! Service is always A++! read more

Kochi - Lunch special - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

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Came here on a Thursday evening, and it was totally empty! The food was very yummy-- my favorites were the carbonara udon and the Ramen. Their noodle dishes, I think outshine their sushi. The hand rolls and tuna crispy rice were fine. I wouldn't come here again for sushi specifically... but their udon carbonara was sooooo yummy and great if you are craving this. Lots of people swing by here for a quick drink since it's located next to a theater I believe. I saw two couples do this while at dinner! Street parking only. Casual vibe. read more

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Popped into Kochi West Hollywood on a Saturday afternoon while running errands and I'm so glad I did. First off, the playlist alone was a vibe with R&B that immediately set the tone. Major win that they offer the lunch menu even on the weekend. Dope and much appreciated. I ordered the half Spicy Niki Udon along with the tuna, yellowtail, and albacore open hand rolls, and everything was absolutely delicious. Flavorful, fresh, and perfectly portioned. I was honestly tempted to order more, especially more rolls, but I'll save that for my next visit because I will be back. Service was another highlight. Very kind, attentive, and welcoming without being overbearing. And let's talk value. The prices are beyond great for the quality you're getting. Highly recommend checking this spot out whether you're nearby or making a special trip. read more

Delicious Japanese food spot!! I've gone here multiple times now (and Doordashed) and I love the mentai cream udon. Service is always fast and the waiters are so sweet and kind. read more

Kochi - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

My friend and I are here before a show, out of convenience, as it's right next to Largo. It was ok. Not bad, not great. I had the curry udon that was pretty good. The udon was nice and chewy and the curry flavor was decent but it wasn't great. My friend had a beef bowl that was not very good at all. The meat was bland and not very good quality. We also shared a spicy tuna crispy rice and it was only ok. We decided we had to try the "Crystal Ball" dessert. It was...interesting. And apparently we were met eating it correctly and the owner (I think), who was very sweet, came over and showed us what to do. lol. It wasn't very tasty, but the owner made it fun. Overall, really nice staff and a cozy environment but only average food, IMO. read more

We loved the authentic udon and pasta! Loved the texture, taste, and creaminess of the dishes. We followed Kochi on Instagram, and got a free green tea which was nice. The restaurant was run by an older gentleman and a younger lady, therefore I recommend coming in early right after it opens before the restaurant gets packed quickly! The service was not bad, they were busy but accommodating. Also, they helped us adjusted and gave us a wheelchair-accessible table. Would come back! read more

Kochi - Niku Udon Uni Cream Udon Mix Tempura - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

5 stars for the uni cream udon soup (from my partner) Vegan udon soup with bean curd was interesting. Different. Udon noodles super fat! There's a weird yuzu jelly sake drink that seems vegetarian though has like boba elements to it. Confusing but good. Nice and quiet in a Sunday at 2. Service is good. read more

Kochi - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Went here 2 Saturdays ago for lunch, I was in the area so found this spot to try as I saw there were good reviews. I ordered from the lunch combo - Uni udon and spicy tuna bowl. What a good combo great to try together and I definitely love the creamy sauce of the udon. I ordered Cheese Curry Udon which he said was good as well. A full order is more servings of course than the lunch combination but it's a good way to try 2 different dishes. The place was not that full and there was only 1 server when I went but it was still efficient. There's a few outdoor seats and the place isn't so cramped. They have other Japanese dishes but as someone who frequents Japanese restaurant -I tried the Uni udon as this is not available in the regular spots I go to. Would definitely return when I'm back in the area. Highly recommend if you are looking for a spot for udon as they have different options for sauces, they also have traditional udon. I'm sure this is a good spot for both lunch and dinner. Parking by the street, not sure which is the spot behind but there's an alley behind this restaurant. price point per person about $20-$30. read more

Kochi - Uni Cream Udon combo with Spicy Tuna Bowl $29 - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Absolutely LOVED this restaurant, we went for lunch on a rainy day and were SO blown away. The ambiance at this place is very relaxing and the wait staff were extremely kind and attentive. We got the lunch combo that included the Uni Cream Udon and a Spicy Tuna bowl for only $29, which was such a steal for the quality of the food! Not featured in the photo is the Niku Udon we got which was also extremely flavorful! They have half portions which was great for trying a bunch of different dishes, or just if you have a smaller appetite! The presentation of the lunch combo was so beautiful, I'm surprised people aren't swarming the doors to eat here! read more

Kochi - Spicy Tuna Bowl, Uni Cream Udon - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Personally, I'm not the type to eat edamame unless other people order it for the table but this garlic one was so addicting that I'd order a portion for myself. The karaage was good but personally would rather get multiple orders of the rock shrimp tempura. It's one of the best I've had like better than Catch LA in my opinion plus it's half the price for the same portion. Typically, I'm a ramen person but places like this have made me grown to love udon. Also, I loove how they have two sizes for their udon because the half size was just perfect since I wasn't too hungry and it can go as cheap as only $11. I got the creamy uni and it was so good like really creamy yet light and the right amount of uni flavor. The broth of the spicy niku was also really yummy! The vibes of the restaurant were nice and chill and if you follow them on IG, you can get free green tea! read more

Kochi - Garlic Edamame, Rock Shrimp Tempura, Karaage, Uni Cream Udon, Spicy Niku Udon, Shrimp Tempura Udon, & Hot Green Tea - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Dining here was a pleasant, relaxing, and delicious experience. I arrived with one other person on a cold Friday night, and we were seated immediately. The inside of the restaurant was warm, dimly lit, and quiet with jazzy versions of Christmas songs playing over the speakers at a comfortable volume. I loved the art that wrapped around the walls. The ambiance was as gentle and soothing as the udon :) We started with the Otsumami cucumber and got the niku and uni cream udons (half size). Otsumami cucumber: Flavorful and refreshing cucumber salad. A tad small, but the seasoning was to die for. UNI CREAM UDON: So rich and creamy! This was like a warm hug in a bowl. The chunks of uni melt in your mouth, and the noodles are impossibly long and bouncy. This was my favorite dish that we got. I had tasted uni only one other time before this and I didn't like it. Now I know what actually good uni tastes like! The server described it as a cross between fish and chicken, and that sums it up pretty well. We were debating getting the mentaiko cream udon but ultimately chose uni because of the server's suggestion. He noted that the mentaiko tastes more fishy. We felt that the half size was enough for one (not too hungry) person after an appetizer. Niku udon: Thick noodles in a warm, soothing broth with tender beef and sweet onions. Super easy to slurp and gentle on the palate. I also really enjoyed this udon, but I did like the uni better because it was more rich. We ordered the crystal ball for dessert, which is like the viral "raindrop cake" or mizu shingen mochi. While the crystal alone was relatively tasteless, it became refreshing and subtly sweet when combined with the roasted soybean powder and syrup. The dessert was very delicate and light, but the whipped cream on the side just tasted like coolwhip, which threw me off a bit. Overall, with udon this satisfying and an atmosphere this inviting, I was expecting Kochi to be way more packed on a Friday night. They clearly deserve more hype! But for now, it's nice to find a spot with truly amazing food like this that doesn't have a crazy wait time or reservations booked out way in advance. I hope it stays like this. read more

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A little disappointing to be honest - we came primarily for the Uni udon and it was definitely 90% cream, 10% everything else, so there really wasn't any flavor to speak of aside from cream. Also the soup soon was insane - basically a rice cooker paddle so not practical for any sort of soup and noodle. Outside of that, service was friendly and fast and the tofu starter was yummy. Texture of the udon was good. read more

Kochi - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Nice casual spot for when you're craving thick udon noodles on a chilly night. We ordered the mixed tempura to share - perfect light and airy batter, as well as the crispy rice. I had the niku udon, which hit the spot although a tad too salty. My other dining companions liked the creamy udon dishes (the consensus was mentai over uni cream), and also liked the spicy niku udon even if it did make them break a sweat with the heat! Our server was efficient, handling the busy 730 weekday rush, and had a sassy sense of humor we enjoyed. read more

Kochi - Mentai Cream Udon - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

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Meh... The food isn't anything to write home about. You need to continuously ask for basic items; napkins, wasabi/soy sauce, drinks, etc. The alcohol is overpriced for no good reason. I'll be surprised if all your food comes out at once. read more

First time here! I am not fully versed in udon terminology, but when asking our waiter for assistance such as "what is niku udon.. he could not explain. Food was good, the rock shrimp had lots of flavor and crunch. The udon portion was LARGE which was maybe why our server asked if we were sharing lol. We also got an unfiltered bottle of Soju, I did not know what unfiltered meant, but probably not the drink for me. Overall, would eat here again & come in with more knowledge next time! read more

Kochi - Rock Shrimp Tempura - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

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A hidden gem in the middle of LA! I added this restaurant to my bookmarks a little bit after driving by it and finally had the chance to try it. They're known for their udon and it was pretty solid. I loved their chicken katsu and it was an adequate portion size. Needless to say I couldn't finish it! Everything tasted fresh and the quality was satisfying. Service was outstanding. I'd also like to come in for lunch as it seems like they have some really good value sets, we love a good deal. I would love to get the beef bowl next time. read more

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I ordered the salmon and needless to say disappointed. The one piece of sushi I got ( yellowtail) was good . I wanted the sustenance but just didn't work out. The gas later that night was from this entrée and shouldn't have happened I don't know how they cooked it but. It was meh at best and not worth the aftermath, Here's a pic you decide. read more

Kochi - The salmon dinner for $24 was memorable, just not in a good way. - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Perfect for right before Largo with small bites and protein heavy open faced sushi (no rice). Also small business owned and operated by a new mom! read more

Absolutely loved this place! Great spot when you're seeing a show at the Largo! I was in the mood for ramen but then saw udon on their sign which is honestly just as good, if not better. I only went for the cozy udon, and I went by myself. The restaurant is small but the service is really quick and they don't make you feel like you have to wait long for a table. The udon noodles were cooked perfectly and I loved the beef! It was really flavorful! The broth was definitely spicy but not so bad that I couldn't handle it. It warmed me up during the cold fall night. read more

Kochi - Spicy Niki Udon - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

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Came here for dinner and we didn't have reservations, so it is nice that they were able to accommodate us last minute on busy Valentine's Day. I would recommend the chicken katsu bowl because the flavors were amazing. The shrimp tempura udon is more simple compared to the complexity of the katsu. It has been a while since I've been to a dimly lit restaurant, so reading the menu required the light from my phone. They have lunch combos, so I would recommend trying it during the lunch hours versus dinner. It's conveniently located next to Largo at the Coronet if you see a show. Overall, it was a good experience. read more

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I came here because was seeing a show at the local comedy club. This place is a bit quiet, a bit mellow. It's probably better to order to-go. Great service. Good food. One of those places I tried once and can move into the next. read more

Kochi - Decor - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Kochi is such a great neighborhood spot. It's a very chill vibe and the food is always reliable and good. We got the creamy mentai udon and some of their hand rolls. I loved the Ikura hand roll. read more

Kochi - Mentai Cream Udon - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Such a great find near the Beverly grove mall! My friends and I got the Niku udon which was sooo good and checked in on Yelp for free iced green tea!! The soup broth was delicious and so was the beef! The ambiance was cute and cozy felt like a nice family style restaurant! Service was great as our waitress brought out our food in a timely manner and refilled our green tea! read more

Kochi - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

This is as close as you can get to authentic Japanese food that you can get without going to Japan. I highly recommend the Deluxe Curry Udon and the Spicy Tuna Bowl, which is large enough to share for two people. Everything about this meal tasted incredible. Service was to the point, and it was easy to pay off the meal with a QR code provided on the receipt. Ambience was quiet for conversing, perfect for a date or with family/friends. This is definitely a must try in LA. read more

Kochi - Spicy Tuna Bowl - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

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Went to Kochi for lunch on 11/12/24 around 1:20pm. A wonderful experience. The food was great, waitress was kind , and super cute place. The yellowtail was amazing. read more

My husband and I came for dinner tonight, right before closing. We had the mentai cream udon and spicy tuna bowl. The udon was good to share, and the bowl was so good that we had to order another one. Kazu took great care of us. We live about an hour away so we're not in the area often, but will make the trek back just for Kochi! read more

I am always on a search for great uni udon as it's one of my favorite dishes. This place has good creamy uni udon but lacking uni pieces. I usually see a piece or two on top but this one didn't have any, only the roe. It was still good and you can taste the uni in the creamy sauce but I wish there was actually uni pieces. We also ordered a chicken katsu bowl and agedashi tofu. Both were also great dishes and katsu bowl was very filling. If you're in the area, definitely give this place a try. The place is small and there wasn't any customers when we arrived at 5pm for dinner time. There is street parking but I know it's difficult to find parking in this area. We walked over since we worked a block away. read more

Kochi - Uni Cream Udon and Chicken Katsu Bowl with Tar Tar Sauce - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

I ordered from here tonight for the first time as I was not feeling well and really wanted Udon. Ordered through Door Dash for Pickup waited over an hour after being told through app 15-23min wait. I got home to be gravely disappointed. My udon had NO BROTH! Just plain noodles. And the beef bowl we ordered was just rice and tempura - NO BEEF. I don't understand how a restaurant with such good reviews has such bad quality control. Needless to say they lost a reoccurring customer today read more

this place is good to come to before going to the largo or just to have a quick dinner at. it's usually not too crowded, quick service, and it's priced well. my boyfriend loved his uni cream udon. the waitress told us that the half size is pretty small, but the full was enormous. so we definitely would've gotten the half size had we known. the vibe is nice inside but they had a kind of eerie music going on inside that was a bit repetitive and loud. otherwise good place and would come back for the hand rolls and for the albacore special. read more

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Came here unknowingly on Veterans Day so it was a busy street. Many other Japanese restaurants had waits but so glad I stumbled across this hole in the wall. Food-wise everything tastes fresh and clean (not too greasy or saucy). Prices were fair and perhaps a lot more economically friendly! Service was amazing! The waitress was kind and (I think the owner)? but older gentleman made sure to check on every table. They reminded me of how important it is to support local restaurants and how patiently they work to appease guests which is a strong reason to come back! Felt homey and cozy. Had two open hand rolls and a shishito pepper appetizer as well as some sake. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Will definitely come back again. Thank you guys for your service and hospitality!! read more

Kochi - $5 for open rolls and 300ml bottles for under $25 - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Very quick, friendly service. I had the Milky Uni Udon (1/2 portion) - if I had know it would be so good I would have ordered the full size. The udon noodles were perfectly done, not too soft. Big fat Udon noodles in a really lovely milky soup and some salmon eggs on top. It was perfect. Thank you! read more

I've been a huge fan of this restaurant for a very long time. I've been coming here for years as I live nearby and the food really is the best Japanese food in the neighborhood (possibly one of the best on the west side - especially in this price range). Both the atmosphere and cuisine remind me of the authentic Izakaya one finds in Japan itself. That being said, tonight was likely my last night at this restaurant. The older man who is the server now is incredibly rude and unwelcoming. His energy is frenetic. He was both very rude and condescending towards me. It's a shame considering how much I have loved this place over the years, but until customer service improves, I won't be returning. :( read more

I love how they offer half-sized portions so I can try a little bit of everything from the menu. The chili garlic edamame is so flavorful, perfect starter. I recommend getting the spicy tuna rice bowl, fulfilling for two and decent pricing. The hamachi carpaccio was very fresh as well and pairs so perfectly with the ponzu. The spicy tuna crispy rice wasn't my favorite, the rice was a bit burnt. The server was very attentive and efficient considering he was the only one working. read more

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Kochi is a cute place for either an affordable Japanese lunch or a pre-Largo meal. They have a small menu focused primarily on udon, Western-style hand rolls (you know, the taco-shaped ones), and rice bowls. Since I generally prefer the more traditional cone-style hand rolls, I'll usually opt for the rice bowls here. They are good and filling! I will frequently default to their delicious tempura bowl. While the place across the street is probably more suitable if you want sushi, there's always a long wait outside, whereas Kochi seats you immediately. Friendly staff. read more

We ordered takeout from this place on a Friday night and it was DELICIOUS! I'm honestly so sad that I didn't know about this place sooner!! I had been craving udon since it was cold that night, and this place took our order on UberEats right before they closed. For context, I ordered the carbonara udon (and had pretty high expectations based on the good reviews this place had) while my boyfriend got the spicy niku udon. Everything was packaged well when we received it. The carbonara udon was honestly comparable to Marugame Monzo in Little Tokyo - the sauce was perfectly creamy, the bacon super flavorful, and the overall dish was very fulfilling for me. The spicy niku udon was at a great spice level according to my boyfriend, and everything was very tasty in his dish. His only complaint would be that he ran out of udon noodles before he finished the broth - so the portion size might be a little small here - but otherwise everything was great. 10/10 would come here again. read more

Kochi - Spicy Niku Udon - Noodles Near Me - West Hollywood, California

pls bring back the mentai bread, I beg of you. I am mainly writing this review to plead for my beloved bread back. Everything here is phenomenal, the otsumami cucumber appetizer is so addicting I could eat 10 portions. I usually opt for a classic udon (wakame or shrimp tempura) as the others are very heavy, but the mentai cream is so decadent and delicious if you're in the mood for that! read more

I've been going here for years and it was my favorite spot until about a year ago when I ordered their spicy tuna don and I opened it and it smelled bad. I tried again a few months later as I've always had a good experience and once again, it almost made me throw up. After many months, I came back a third time today and once again, their tuna is not fresh! Please don't give up! Your tuna used to be so tender, melt-in-your-mouth. Please make your tuna fresh once again. read more