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    Niko Sando

    4.1 (24 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Please use Japanese milk bread if you're trying to be a Japanese sandwich shop. That was such a letdown. You should use coarser panko for the chicken katsu. The egg salad was okay. I'm not sure if they're using Kewpie mayo. It didn't taste like it. Also, Japanese egg salad usually has a smoother texture. Overall, I didn't think it was authentic Japanese.

    Venus L.

    In terms of Sandos, I think Niko Sando is a decent spot to visit. Their menu is pretty straightforward. Once you're inside, you order via a tablet and then wait till they make it in the kitchen and call your name for pick up. There's a few seats outside. Looks wise - the food was aesthetically pleasing inside its little to go box. My husband and I opted for their egg salad sandwich, katsu sandwich, and fried chicken. If I had room I would've tried their fried sando but that's something for next time. Both flavors were okay if you're missing the sandwiches from Japan. The katsu sandwich was more bread than katsu which was disappointing at the cost, but it still filled the hunger. I appreciate the sandwiches being made fresh and the condensed menu for quick choosing.

    John S.

    Little sando shop tucked away in Brentwood. Parking was difficult due to street parking being in residential area. Aesthetically, it was very neat. Seating area a little exposed to the sun though. The boxes that the sandos come out in is pretty neat. It is contactless ordering as well. Food wise, egg sando is what it is known for but was kinda bit to dry. Ordering a drink is recommended. The katsu was better but the taste still leaves room for more. Overall not too bad. But missing that 5% for the 5 star.

    Drinks (heavy on sugar though, be careful!)
    Sonia V.

    The tiniest little shop that packs a punch in the sando department. This hidden gem (no seriously, the name is hidden by the umbrellas out front that cover the seating area) shares a building with a coffee shop and both are great. You walk in, consult the menu and use the kiosk to order. Vegetarians rejoice (the non-ovo kind)! They have a mushroom toast that is absolutely delicious. I'd get that again for sure. The bread is thick and flavorful, mushrooms and onions cooked perfectly. A lot of great textures and flavors, served with a tiny arugula salad. Ovo-indulging vegetarians, the egg sando is delicious. For any of my jet setters that have traveled to Japan, it's comparable, even has that orange yolk. The major difference: you're paying $16 a sandwich instead of $2. Everybody loves dessert! They have some fried and non-fried sandwiches. We got the fried pistachio and Nutella sandwich and the fried banana one. If you're not in the mood for savory, at the least, try the sweet ones! There are non-fried strawberries and cream as well. I will say, the fried ones, you cannot have often. You can kinda taste the oil and it is HEAVY. I wish the Nutella and bananas wasn't just the top of the slice but actually inside the toast. Almost too much cream but still delicious. They gave us the wrong sandwich and luckily remade it (thank you!) but then we had 3 fried dessert ones total and this was just too much. Definitely great to have at least once.

    Chicken karage sando
    Kathryn Y.

    I was missing these from Tokyo and decided to give these a try after getting an iced matcha! It was a nice sweet treat. The karage came out crispy and warm. I love how there was seating outside as well. The service is order at the kiosk and they'll call out the number. It's a quick and super casual pick up.

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    Rachel R.

    Had the egg sandwich and the pistachio chocolate fried sandwich and they were so good. Great portions, will definitely come back to try more options!

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    John C.

    Fear not, the crowds are for the coffee shop next door. You walk inside, place your order on a screen and then check out the beautiful people having coffee while you wait for your order. After a few minutes, they text you and hand over a box or two of yummy sandwiches.

    Sahana B.

    Niko Sando serves Japanese-style sandos and they're so good. We ordered the chicken katsu sando and the egg sando and loved both. The chicken katsu was crispy and satisfying, but the egg sando really exceeded expectations, super smooth, not eggy at all, and no strong egg smell. Everything was fresh and light!

    Moshi Sparkling Uji Matcha White Strawberry
    Vonpato D.

    I wasn't expecting this unique type of Japanese food--delicious sandwiches served warm or cold. I'd seen these dessert sandwiches in anime and recently spotted the egg version at the Japanese Food Fair in OC. Absolutely delicious Service is fast and simple, strictly takeout. The charming ambiance makes it great for a date or a family visit. It was my first time here; I only tried the chicken sandwich, but I'm looking forward to trying the egg and strawberry next time Also worth noting: the wooden silverware adds a nice touch.

    Egg Salad
    Kelly K.

    Tiny little spot with the best bites! The bread is so soft. Definitely need to try their sweet sandwiches next time! You order on screen at the counter and the food is ready fast. Wish there was more seating but the coffee shop next door has lots to borrow :)

    Egg salad and chicken katsu sandwich
    Eve S.

    Chicken katsu sandwich was definitely the star. The egg salad one was good but wouldn't go back for it. Want to try the fish one next time :)

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    Order katsu curry with rice. It was very spicy and the flavor was just so so. Self service overall. Seating area is kind of small.

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    Delicious!!! Sandwiches melt in your mouth. You go up to order on a kiosk and sit outside. Cute little boxes to go.

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