This place is celiac safe and delicious! My sister loves eating here. She is limited on the restaurants that are completely gluten free like Rice. We have been to both locations and both are great, the only con is I would like if they opened earlier. Other than that we will continue to come eat here when the time is right. read more

As someone who really appreciates dedicated gluten-free restaurants, I was excited to try RICE, I have a friend who suffers from Celiac so this is one of the only places she can eat. Having an entirely gluten-free menu is a huge plus and makes it a great option for anyone with dietary restrictions or gluten sensitivities. That said, my experience was a bit underwhelming. The service at this location felt noticeably slow, and while the food was fresh, it unfortunately lacked the flavor I was hoping for. Everything tasted a bit muted and could have used more seasoning or depth. I really appreciate what RICE is doing by offering a completely gluten-free menu, and I'd be willing to give it another try in the future. I just hope the flavors are a bit more vibrant next time. read more

I know my way around gluten free Panko, but last night I learned a few new things at Rice. I learned that GF does not necessarily mean good food. I learned that a Japanese restaurant is not necessarily Japanese. And I learned that food that's billed as "high quality seafood" can, in fact, be execrable. The fishiest sushi I ever ate, and not in a good way. The most heavy handed tempura as well. It made me long for the old days, when a restaurant didn't have to disguise mediocre fare with spicy this and garlic that, all minced on a pro forma slab o' fried rice. $85 please, plus another $38 for much needed palate cleansing at Ootoro. read more

This was so quiet and elegant for an affordable price. The food is naturally delicious and seasoned, no artificial flavors or ingredients are used. They pride themselves in making delicious food from all that's natural! The service was quick and so humble. I loved the kindness of the chef and the server. They were so attentive and so friendly. I'm not much of a vegan eater but it was still refreshing and delicious. A try here and there! read more

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This spot is in some Gluten free, Vegan map. So kudos for those who are on this diet. Americanized fusion sushi You wont find Japanese eating here...nor asians. Everyone dining the night I went were not. Empty on a friday night. Also the food takes a very long time and we had to ask them to put a rush on it bc we waited at least half hr for the sashimi and I really didnt understand why when there were only 3 parties and our food went in as the 2nd party.... No photos on menu so ordered 3 plates of food to find they were tiny and bill at about a bill, i left hungry. Haha. I wouldnt come again since I like more traditional japanese food. read more

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First of all, know it's inside a mall on the third floor. The escalator was broken but go up there anyway. It's worth it. I will start by saying this was 5 stars for the service alone. The woman and the man who helped were so lovely and so excited that I found this place. It is 100% gluten free and like a dream. I got the omakase set for $39 and added the veggie tempura for $12 more. You can also choose to do a sake flight. I didn't. I ate a whole plate of veggie tempura. I ate yellowtail hamachi. I ate ramen. I will say the ramen was a little disappointing but not enough to take away a star. The lobster was fresh but a little bland. The taste was overpowered by the fried onions/garlic. But they had real tempura dipping sauce. I loved the whole experience and I will be back. read more

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My daughter has celiac and needs to be extremely careful about any gluten exposure. We felt safe and very comfortable here our sever was the best. She was very helpful and knowledgeable about food allergies and answered all our questions and concerns.The food was amazing best sushi we ever had tried lot of flavor and 100% gluten free I will be coming back read more

This is the absolute best gluten-free restaurant I have ever been to. The Ramen was so delicious. Our waitress was phenomenal. She was so attentive and made sure that we enjoyed everything. Even the drinks were incredibly good. I cannot wait to eat here again. My only regret is that I did not take a photo of my Ramen. It was too good. I just immediately started to eat it. Perfect for a date spot. The inside of the restaurant is dimly lit and was very romantic. They also give you a place to place your bags if you were shopping inside the mall. read more

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Parking is validated for 2 hours, and your ticket can get 2 validations max. We spent time and got something at Daiso as well which provided another hour of parking. The service was so nice here. We came here early and they were the perfect balance of checking in on us but not being overly attached. The happy hour did change which isn't reflected on the website - up to 5pm now. The food was mediocre though. It seems like it's catered towards vegan, gluten free cuisine which shouldn't be a problem with sushi. Crispy rice sampler: standard but the top could have used more flavor and the rice a little less in size. Citrus salmon roll: my wife enjoyed this a lot but I thought it was just okay. Yellowtail collar: I liked this the most. Good portion size with shio Koji on top giving it flavor. I'd get this again if I came back, thought it might have been slightly overcooked. They did end with some cookies and tea which was a nice touch. All the desserts are vegan so I wonder if the cookies are too. read more

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I had an amazing meal here with a friend last night! I was seamlessly able to add myself to the waitlist using Yelp and when we arrived, there was a table waiting for us! The service was so friendly and I love how they asked multiple times if we had food allergies, so it seems like something they take very seriously! When telling them I was vegan, they indicated that there was a large selection of vegan items, which is actually the reason we came to check it out! They also checked on us multiple times throughout, ensuring we were satisfied and refilling our water. I had been to their location in Manhattan Beach years ago, as well as Shojin, prior to the latter closing. The space felt very similar but they put their own touch on it! The decor was very elegant and felt authentically Japanese. I personally loved the sake collection on the wall. The seats were very comfortable and despite being in a busy shopping center, I felt transported to a different space. The food itself was very delicious! My friend and I shared the buffalo cauliflower and I got the vegan crab hand roll. I love how it was so flavorful and perfectly spiced. My favorite was the buffalo cauliflower with the cooling creamy mayo that came with it! I've never had crab, but it did taste realistic to the non vegan counterpart. The sushi looked so delicious too, I'm a bit regretful I didn't order it! They were so sweet in giving us some complimentary tea and cookies to end the meal! They have some prefix menus that looked enticing and I am appreciative that there's a vegan option for each one. It definitely gives me a reason to return! Parking is super easy in the mall's lot and when we arrived on a Saturday night, there were ample spots available. They validate for two hours which not only gives you enough time to enjoy your meal, but also explore some of the other stores in the mall! read more

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This place is truly a gem. It's hands down the best Ramen I've ever had in the entire world! Not only that the service is amazing. They treat you so kindly and take such great care of you. You can tell they truly love what they do! They take the time to listen to you and serve you with honor and love! Everything off the menu is pristine and tastes amazing! I highly recommend if you're in Los Angeles no matter where you are that you take a trip to this place and eat here and order from them every day if you can, it is truly an honor to eat here! I don't have a lot of pictures from eating the restaurant but every time I'm in LA I always go to the restaurant this time I didn't have time to, but I ordered from them and they gave some free gifts. The second order they are so kind! read more

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Rice is located in the dead mall of Little Tokyo which means easy free parking! Located on the top floor, the space is nice, the service was exceptional, but the sushi rolls weren't very filling for the price. We had to get 4th sushi roll on top of our appetizer to feel close to full. Crispy Rice Sampler (22) - 6 pieces total with three different types. Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna (flavorless), Spicy Salmon, Spicy Yellowtail (group favorite). I'd skip this. Spicy Tuna Roll (12) - barely any tuna and if you look at the roll ratio is mostly cucumber. This tiny roll is not on the menu, but we were craving something basic to supplement, but this miss the mark. You can get a better version for $8 at other places? Citrus Salmon Roll (20) - Very citrus-y. In a good way. There are 8 pieces. White Sand (20) - Also 8 pieces, this roll wasn't very memorable. I'd skip this one Lobster Dynamite Roll (25) - Delicious, but only 8 pieces. BUT each piece comes with two pieces of lobster. This is the most popular roll. I can see why. The dynamite sauce was good. Magical Seafood Roll (25). - After the appetizer, three rolls and supplemental roll, we were very unsatisfied and decided on another roll which turned out to be one of our favorites because of the snow crab that sat on top of the rolls. It was really magic. There are 8 pieces. The meal was okay. There is a lot better sushi out there thats more filling for the price. read more

Super fun. Great food and service. Wide menu to choose from. Everything we had was really great. I will be back again.

The crispy rice vegan sampler made my friend and I so happy. The food was all very delicious, we went with all vegan dishes and I left feeling very full and satisfied. The atmosphere is pleasant and the server was really nice. And, they validated our parking. Been sad since Honda Ya left this mall, but now we have a reason to go back! RICE! read more

My girlfriend has celiac disease, and it's amazing to have such a reliable, high quality option that's completely safe for her. We can have an stress-free dinner here knowing that there is no cross-contamination risk. The service is always warm and incredibly welcoming too. As for me, a person without a gluten allergy, I end up getting a great meal always, allergy or not, but I also get to see her smile ear to ear as a bonus. Can't recommend this place enough. Crispy rice sampler is the star! read more

We visited during Dine LA and were very happy with our dining experience. We selected the dinner menu that came with a sake pairing with each course. It was a great decision! The menu even had vegan options so that worked out perfectly for me. Everything from the starters to the dessert was freshly prepared and tasted amazing! read more

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I didn't realize it was located inside of where it is, so just park in the garage and validate parking. I thought they had more options when I originally looked them up, and saved it for another day. We order the lobster dynamite roll, baked salmon roll, and the buffalo cauliflower. The buffalo cauliflower was overcooked, they boil it first then fry it. It tasted like burnt water. The lobster roll tasted so bland, and you couldn't taste any lobster. I didn't finish it. The baked salmon roll was bland as well. No flavor at all. I asked him what kind of soda did they have, he said ginger ale. I ordered one, it was homemade and costed $8. I feel like that's important information to share. It's a decent size place. Cool for just stopping in, date night stop, anything casual. I would not go back, however. read more

A very nice sit down restaurant with great service. I came in with a friend and we ordered off the $10 anniversary menu. We got the fried tofu, sushi tacos and fried calamari. All really tasty. The server was very attentive, often refilling our water. At the end we received a cup of fragrant chamomile tea which left a nice impression on us. Would come back and try different plates. Great place for a casual but nice meal. read more

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Excellent cuisine. I had the ramen lunch special with two different types of sushi rolls. Delicious! read more

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We were so sad when Shojin closed, so we were thrilled to find that Rice opened in the same spot, and offers vegan and gluten free options, as well as fresh fish and seafood, so it's good if you are going with friends who aren't vegan and want actual fish! This is a bit off the beaten path in Little Tokyo - it's in the mall that I worry is slowly declining, and hoping that it gets revived, because it's fairly easy parking (validated), and has a cool arcade/bowling lanes upstairs (right next to Rice), and Max Karaoke in the same building. And a Daiso, and a Beard Papa. In any case, we made a reservation for Sunday at around 7pm, and the place was not full at all. As others have said, it's a small space, so it's very intimate, and very quiet -- almost too quiet, but maybe we went on a quiet night. Service is impeccable. We had a late lunch, so we weren't starving, and just ordered the crispy rice sampler and the dragon roll, and a miso soup, and a peach iced tea. The crispy rice sampler comes with their three offerings of crispy rice (avocado truffle, garlic sweet potato, and spicy tofu). The crispy rice had perfect crunch and texture - an amazing base for the flavors that got piled on top. The avocado truffle was my favorite. I've never had that particular combination of flavors, and they were so well balanced and the flavors were unique and popped. It's pretty intense, and I think I would be done after just a few bites (so I'm glad we just had the sampler. The garlic sweet potato was the least favorite, but still good. Great textures with the slice of fried garlic, but it felt like the sweet potato mash on top could have used a bit more seasoning. The spicy tofu one was my partner's favorite. Whereas I said I could probably only eat a few bites of the avocado truffle one because its flavor was so rich, the spicy tofu was light and subtle, and you could probably eat a whole plate of that. And it's not that spicy. Just enough kick for your tastebuds to dance a bit. WE also got the vegan dragon roll, which came with sweet bean curd on top, some avo and cucumber. They bring the dragon roll to the table and torch it - to mimic the seared tuna that comes with the non-vegan one, and the sear brings out the umami taste of the bean curd. It was really really good. We didn't have room for dessert, but we are looking forward to coming back and trying their omakase. Service was amazing, everything good. Very thrilled to have a solid vegan optioned sushi place in our neighborhood again! read more

We visited this cute little place on the last day of Dine LA, and took advantage of a great dinner deal. $25 that included an appetizer, a small bite and a roll. For the appetizers we got the chilled cucumber and the lotus root. Both were light but flavorful. For small bite they offered spicy tuna and spicy salmon crispy rice, and we tried both. They were the perfect size, not too big, but enough to give you a taste. For the rolls, we got the double dragon roll and the citrus salmon roll. The rolls were really good, and very filling. And the fish was fresh too. I love that they didn't try to skimp because it was a special discounted menu. Overall, food was 4.5/5 and service was 5/5. The owner/manager was so friendly and welcoming and our server was very sweet too. read more

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Rice is a delicious addition to the Little Tokyo food scene and I'm SO excited to come back and bring some friends :D This eatery rests on the third floor of the Little Tokyo Galleria. It's not very big so it's a good option for intimate groups or for a date night. The restaurant is really pretty with modest decor, and the food is just outstanding. Before I get to the food, here are other things that made for a great dining experience here: Service -- the waiters here are SO NICE! And they're very attentive. I really appreciate that my glass of water was never less than half full. VALIDATED PARKING! in DTLA. Need I say more?! I ordered several items and everything was just amazing. My absolute favorite, though, was the: Dynamite lobster roll -- 10/10. I love when rolls have some sort of warmth and the crunchy lobster atop this roll was creamy and rich. They didn't even skimp out on the portion, either, so that was much appreciated! It came with a good amount of saffron on top, which added to the presentation and taste :) Rising roll -- 10/10. Another crowd-pleaser. The spicy tuna had a kick of heat, which is what I really like. Plus, I love how fresh the tuna tasted and that it came with a generous amount of green onions. read more

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I went spontaneously after looking at reviews and was not disappointed. The service was impeccable. Super kind workers. The food came out quick on a weekend with about 3 tables in attendance. It was super clean and aesthetic for a little place in the mall. read more

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I went here with my friend who has celiac and we had the best time. It's rare to find gluten free places that include fried foods so she was so happy that she could eat whatever she wanted on the menu! I got the double dragon roll and it was phenomenal. It had good flavor, the toro was delicious, and the crunch was spectacular. The roll tasted fresh and healthy (even if it wasn't lol). The service was top tier, our waitress was so kind and friendly. The ambience was lovely, although the windows just point to the inside of a strip mall that isn't so aesthetic haha. The actual restaurant is very cute. We also got hot tea at the end and left satisfied:) read more

Rice - Rising Sun Roll, Double Dragon Roll - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

There is a New Restaurant inside the Little Tokyo Market @ricedtla. It's located on the 3rd floor and parking is free for two hours with validation. I had the pleasure of experiencing 7 of their dishes. It is nice to try a variety of dishes. All the food is gluten free, organic and they have Vegan options. All sushi rolls are made with brown rice. I enjoyed everything and my favorites were the Garlic Toro with Kale, Green Garden, Lobster Dynamite and the Lobster Ramen. Here is what we ate. Special Creation Eight Diamond $45 Appetizers Garlic Toro Kale $25 Crispy Spicy Salmon $16 Sushi Roll Lobster Dynamite $20 Green Garden Vegan $18 Ramen Lobster Ramen $20 California Miso Ramen $19 read more

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If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! This restaurant is truly a dream come true for anyone who needs a dedicated gluten-free space and still wants to enjoy the artistry of sushi. Not only is everything completely safe for celiac dining, but they also offer a wonderful range of vegan options that are just as creative, fresh, and satisfying as the rest of the menu. From the moment we walked in, we felt cared for. Our server, Ayano, was warm, attentive, and kind--she anticipated what we needed before we even asked and made us feel like honored guests. She explained the dishes beautifully and made sure we felt both safe and excited about our meal. And then there's Hiro, the owner, whose presence makes this place truly special. He is always so welcoming and genuine, greeting guests with the kind of hospitality that makes you feel like family. You can tell how much heart he has poured into creating not just a restaurant, but a community space where people with dietary needs can eat without fear and with full joy. The food itself? Exceptional. Every bite is delicate, flavorful, and beautifully plated--sushi that balances tradition with innovation, all in a setting that feels calm and inviting. Knowing it's 100% gluten free takes the experience from great to unforgettable. The vegan cheesecake was INCREDIBLE read more

Rice - The best gf vegan cheesecake ever - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I'm usually at manhattan's beach location but the taste, quality, and service has transcended to the DTLA location. I stopped by night before and it was closed early due to riots.. came the next day and owner took care of us. Food never fails! always so fresh. read more

I want to leave another review because I love this restaurant. It is my happy place ! I love the desserts here ! The food is amazing also! I love the wait staff and how peaceful I feel when I am enjoying time here! I have celiac disease and cannot eat wheat at all this place gave me the option to eat high end gluten free sushi and never worry about the ingredients. Everything here is super high quality. I highly recommend recommended everything but I love jumbo eel sushi and I love their hotel jalapeño which is served on a beautiful bed of seaweed and gluten-free Ponzi sauce. I could go on and on. I will say this when I die I hope my heaven includes this restaurant. read more

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Sunday lunch was delicious here. Off the beaten path a bit. The lobster dynamite roll was PHENOMENAL. Also really enjoyed the lobster ramen. Worth the price. read more

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I received the thinnest pieces of sashimi. Granted the fish was fresh and high quality, but paper thin for a $25 special. I also got the salmon citrus roll--disappointing. For $20 for a roll I expected something a little more. Again very small portions of fish on top and filled with fat cucumber. I guess what people come here for is crispy rice with spicy tuna...my total was $49 not including tip. For the price don't come here--go to the other premium sushi places. read more

Rice - Citrus Salmon Roll - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

today makes the 5th time we've been to Rice. LET ME JUST SAY: every single time we have been to Rice it has been an unparalleled experience. We're big foodies and no strangers to fine dining and in my humble opinion, Rice could contend with michelin establishments. Food--always blows me away. i DREAM about the lobster ramen on a daily basis. today was their valentine's special and we were served a decadent 5 course meal. each bite was different and unique, and so much thought went into the detail and presentation of each course, it felt like eating a work of art. Drinks--they serve my favorite beer here and delicious selections of sake. as a gluten free person where else can i have an ice cold beer and piping hot ramen?? come onnn this is an elite combo i so rarely get to have Ambiance-- adorable. the interior transports you to the 90s in a weird nostalgic way. something about the liminal mall outside and the cozy, warm space inside with soft classic jazz playing really transports you into the world of Groundhog Day and Home Alone. you can practically see the film grain. Service--i saved the best for last. the staff is on the next level of service, like i've said, we've been to rice 5 times in the past TWO years and our server STILL recognized us. she is so incredibly attentive and sweet; i have not experienced such genuine care and attention from a server since i was in Japan. she even gave us complimentary tea at the end of our meal. the whole staff are honestly angels, and im happy to call Rice one of my favorite restaurants in LA. read more

The food had no flavor and portions are toddler size had to go to another restaurant to actually eat

The ambiance is a little weird since it's in the mall, but their seating is nice. The food was amazing! Everything we had was absolutely delicious. The one with the jalapeños on top was absolutely amazing. The server was so kind and attentive. I would definitely go back. read more

Absolutely amazing mix of vegan and regular sushi. I'm vegetarian and my husband eats fish. He loved the sushi sampler and the blue crab roll. All the vegan sushi was great, in particular the green goddess roll. It's a cute space, for anyone who came here when it was Shojin, same layout. The service is impeccable. Highly recommended. read more

Incredible food, outstanding service, AND gluten free! For those looking for a delicious gluten free Japanese restaurant, look no further. This year my wife needed to go gluten free, and finding a good sushi or ramen spot has proven to be difficult. We recently found RICE, and their whole menu was up for grabs! We tried their lobster miso ramen, baked salmon roll, sweet dragon roll, and lobster dynamite roll, which were all spectacular. The restaurant was very cozy, and the staff went above and beyond. Even if you're not gluten free, I highly recommend giving RICE a try! read more

My favorite restaurant I've ever eaten at. Best sushi and ramen and it's gluten free!!! read more

Rice - Lobster miso ramen - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had an amazing anniversary dinner here tonight! The food and service were incredible. They went above and beyond to make our evening special. They have the place decorated so cute and it was such a treat to be able to actually have sauces on my sushi with a gluten allergy! They also have gluten free beer which was really cool. Highly recommend! read more

Fantastic food and service. A celiac's dream, Japanese food is never easy for us. The ramen is amazing. Highly recommend getting omakase.

The food, atmosphere, beverages, are all excellent. The service was phenomenal. Our server went above and beyond. We are so thrilled we came to RICE. Thank you again! read more

My wife and I are so happy that we found out about RICE's DTLA location. It's great for couples like us, where one person is vegetarian and the other is not, but they both love Japanese food. The food is delicious, the service is impeccable and the location is super cute, so we try to go there as often as we can. read more