We came to Chubby Cattle to celebrate my husband's birthday, and we couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience! From the moment we arrived, our server, Kevin, was absolutely wonderful. He took the time to explain the menu to us, answered all of our questions, and gave us excellent recommendations on how to cook and enjoy our meats. His knowledge, attentiveness, and genuine care really stood out. Kevin even brought out a special cut of meat and personally cooked it for us, and it was absolutely delicious! The quality of the food, the cuts of meat, and the freshness were all top-notch. Every bite was amazing! What truly made our visit extra special was the level of service. Kevin went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, enjoying our meal, and having a memorable birthday celebration. His attention to detail and friendly personality made the entire experience even better. Thank you, Kevin, for making my husband's birthday so special and for giving us such an amazing dining experience! We truly appreciate you and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Chubby Cattle, especially if you're looking for delicious food, high-quality meat, ambience and exceptional service! We came to Chubby Cattle to celebrate my husband's birthday, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! From the moment we arrived, our server, Kevin, was absolutely wonderful. He took the time to explain the menu to us, answered all of our questions, and gave us excellent recommendations on how to cook and enjoy our meats. His knowledge, attentiveness, and genuine care really stood out. Kevin even brought out a special cut of meat and personally cooked it for us, and it was absolutely delicious! The quality of the food, the cuts of meat, and the freshness were all top-notch. Every bite was amazing! What truly made our visit extra special was the level of service. Kevin went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, enjoying our meal, and having a memorable birthday celebration. His attention to detail and friendly personality made the entire experience even better. Thank you, Kevin, for making my husband's birthday so special and for giving us such an amazing dining experience! We truly appreciate you and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Chubby Cattle, especially if you're looking for delicious food, high-quality meat, ambience and exceptional service!

Our server Ruth was very helpful and attentive. It was my first time here and she was very helpful…read morein recommending items to try out and how the menu worked. Will be coming back to this location again! Thank you again for the amazing service!

Had the Mentaiko cream pasta and uni cream pasta, as well as a few of their sushi items - I didn't…read moreexpect them to have pasta here, but the description sold me and I was thoroughly pleased! Sushi was probably the most beautiful served sushi, and tasted great! We sat in the really cool seating area, and the servers were really kind and took good care of us. Will definitely come again!

청결하고 착한 가격도 좋고 생선도 신선하고 직원들도 친절합니다 덕분에 지인들과 좋은 시간 가졌습니다 적근 추천 합니다…read moreThanks to the friendly staff, reasonable prices, and fresh, delicious food, my family had a wonderful time here. I highly recommend this place!

We ordered over the phone for pick up. My boyfriend went to pick up the food…read more I was craving udon. As a vegetarian, I really enjoyed my veg udon. It was the only vegetarian option but it was creamy and hearty. I loved it. My boyfriend was surprised by how good their udon is.

Would not recommend on a sweltering day because the AC is WEAK or perhaps nonexistent I couldn't…read moretell; also not sure if their ac was just broken that day. Food 3.5/5 - Atmosphere 2/5. We stopped by on a high 90s high humidity day in LA and had to wait a bit outside in the heat. Was so looking forwarding to stepping inside only to find out that it was only mildly better temperature wise. We had already waited and were seated so decided to stay but it made for a quick meal (maybe that's their tactic lol). I ordered the miso carbonara and it was good - not too salty - but the portions were tiny! I would say it's close to half the amount of the frozen udon blocks you get at the supermarket. Nice chew and flavor but almost like an appetizer for $17/$18. I do really like the food but would probably either not wait or grab another noodle place nearby. Feel really bad for the workers who have to work in such hot conditions.

Izakaya Osen on Sunset is definitely one of my favorite sushi spots. I found this place on one of…read moremy sushi ventures and I'm so glad I did. I love that they were able to substitute imitation crab for real crab because I don't do imitation crab. So when I can get a California roll with real crab, I'm getting it. It's such a simple roll, but so yummy! I'm a nigiri girl, and let me tell you the fish here is just so delicious, fresh, buttery and melts in your mouth, leaving you wanting more. And the best seat in the house is at the bar watching the sushi chefs do their thing, the whole vibe is just great. It's perfect for lunch or a nice date night. I do recommend making a reservation, especially on the weekends. Definitely worth it

We came in from out of town and our friends recommended this place. They have some great dishes…read morethat you typically do not see at other restaurants. The menu is very long so you can go with someone who doesn't like sushi and they will be able to find a delicious meal. I would recommend going with a larger group so you can try many different dishes. We have great service and the restaurant was clean. We will go back but not as often as some other places due to the price. However, the nigiri was worth the price!

We had a wonderful experience! We made a reservation and were seated at a table with a beautiful…read moreview, which made the evening feel extra special. Our waitress, Dana, was incredibly professional and attentive. We actually didn't choose anything from the menu ourselves--we completely trusted her recommendations, and she did not disappoint! Everything she selected for us was absolutely delicious. A special thank-you to our hostess, Jaylen, who made the evening even better with her warm and welcoming attitude. Beautiful view, delicious food, and excellent service. We'll definitely be back!

What a magical experience!! Thank you Dana for having us, she was the absolute BEST!!! Service was…read morea 10/10 and made the entire experience that more enjoyable.

This place has really great and fresh seafood and they have some unique menu items from this…read morelocation! Our favorite dish was the mentaiko shrimp udon, it's so creamy and spicy and very flavorful. Every piece of sashimi is also so fresh and buttery. I'd skip out on the ceviche though, but everything else we tried was amazing! The inside teleports me back to Japan and service is really great too. They're inside the hmart plaza and they validate parking.

Looking for a sushi place in KTown and Kopan Izakaya hit the spot perfectly! Love the buy one roll,…read moreget second 50% off and our server was helpful in guiding us through the menu. We ordered seaweed salad, shrimp shu mai, Cilantro Salmon Roll, baked Baby Crawfish roll, house Eel & Avocado roll and Truffle Salmon Blue Crab signature dish. Everything was delicious and fresh, but I would've like a bit more unagi in the eel roll. My favorite was the baked baby crawfish. There was plenty for the 2 of us to enjoy. Service was attentive, friendly and quick, maybe because they weren't too busy at 3pm on Sunday. We were seated in a booth and the lighting was low and felt slightly clandestine, which we both liked. This would be great for a business meeting or after work drinks and starters. They validate parking for 2 hours and the 2nd floor location was easy to find. I look forward to bringing friends here for more private whispers and town gossip over good food. Cheers! "CC"

I came here with a group of four for my boyfriend's birthday and had such an amazing experience…read more The service was exceptional from beginning to end, and we even got to meet Chef Niki afterwards, which made the night even more special. I still think about so many of the dishes we had. Everything was beautifully executed, thoughtful, and incredibly memorable. One of those meals that really stays with you long after it's over. You can tell they place great precision and detail into every dish. Would highly recommend watching Chef's Table beforehand as it highlights Chef Niki's work and journey.

After five years of living in LA, and trying an undetermined amount of times, I was able to secure…read morea reservation at N/Naka. The reservation times open at 10 am every Sunday on Tock, and I set an alarm to remind me to book it. I missed the alarm by 30 minutes, and when I went to book, the coveted Friday and Saturday reservations were gone, but I was able to score a 5:15 pm reservation on a Wednesday night. If a weekend reservation is imperative, I recommend being at your computer at 10 am on the dot on a Sunday morning. We arrived early and parked in the neighborhood, street parking was easy to find at this time on a weekday afternoon. We were welcomed into the restaurant at a few minutes before our reservation time by a member of staff wearing a suit. We were seated at our table, in the second room. We were asked about our water preference and then immediately brought said water and an alcoholic beverage menu. We were not brought a food menu as the restaurant is kaiseki course and all options are decided by the chef. I believe that they accommodate some dietary restrictions, but I am unsure of which specific ones they can accommodate and which they can't. N/Naka serves 13 courses in their kaiseki, and each course was plated beautifully and with a lot of detail. While everything was superb, a couple of standouts for me personally were the truffle pasta (which the staff informed us, chef had been cooking and serving every day for many years), the wagyu steak and the sushi. The ambiance felt upscale and elegant without being over the top or gaudy. Service was lovely. The staff were friendly and focused on providing the perfect experience for us. Everyone was kind and attentive without being overly formal, like some fine dining restaurants. Chef Nakayama came out at the end of the meal to greet us and thank us for dining, which was a nice touch. The staff also took a Polaroid of us to commemmorate our evening, which was the perfect ending. We were sent home with some madeleines and tea. This was an 11/10 dining experience, however, I will say that it was probably the priciest dinner I've ever had in LA.

I love this place, been here twice now! Once during their opening and another after a year or so…read more They have great service and their quality hasn't changed. I love that they offer different price options depending on what you're looking for. I opted for the $80 premium sushi and it did not disappoint. The fish was incredibly fresh and everything was really well prepared and presented. For the quality and experience, I thought the price was very reasonable. Definitely a great spot if you appreciate fresh, high-quality fish without having to commit to a super expensive omakase. Would happily come back.

We came here specifically to try their new dinner set for $34.99. Honestly was not blown away by…read morethe set and was still pretty hungry after so we ordered a few more rolls. I've had a similar set at tsukiyo and feel the quality and size left me more satisfied after. It wasn't bad just wasn't mind blowing. The other rolls we ordered specifically the hamachi roll was very small for the price as well. Service was good tho! The female waitress we had was very nice. Parking is more ample since it's in north ktown which is a plus.

PLEASANTLY SURPRISED! 4.8…read more Hatch is located on the ground level of The Bloc, an open-air shopping center in downtown Los Angeles. The restaurant offers outdoor seating overlooking the lovely green turf and provides tall heaters for cooler evenings. My husband made lunch reservations here and told me it was just a quick 10-15 minute walk from our hotel, The Ritz-Carlton. We crossed a few intersections to get there, and it was well worth the walk. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a warm and welcoming host. The ambiance is light and airy, featuring high ceilings, light-colored walls, and light wood furnishings. The overall aesthetic is clean, modern, and very inviting. We stopped in for a late lunch and ordered the "Eggcellent Lunch" prix fixe, which included the following: *Tuna Tataki Handroll ~ seared wild caught tuna, tomato & shallot salsa, rayu chili oil, ponzu, micro cilantro *Seaweed Salad ~ w/minced garlic. Served alongside the Tuna Tataki Handroll *Squid Ink Karaage ~ 2-day brined fried chicken thighs, squid ink, house pickles, grilled lime, black garlic ranch *Chicken Breast Skewer ~ char siu marinade, black sesame *Bacon Shishito Skewer ~ applewood smoked bacon *Chicken Meatball Skewer ~ sous vide egg yolk & tare dip Bottom line, everything had visual appeal and was packed with flavor! If we lived locally, we would definitely return for dinner. I have no doubt the rest of the menu would be just as tasty, and I can only imagine the restaurant coming alive in the evening with a lively crowd, happy diners, and a well-stocked bar.

HATCH is located inside The Bloc in Downtown LA. Pro tip: Make sure you get your parking ticket…read morevalidated before leaving--it brought our parking total down from $36 to $3! When we walked in around 4:50 PM, the place was empty and slow. We got to choose our table, and the server was quick to take our drink order, but service descended into "mid" quality pretty fast. The servers weren't very knowledgeable about menu basics (like wood chip types or vegan options) and ours spent a lot of time ignoring her tables while the bartender looked completely bored out of his mind. Drinks *Hakutsuru Junmai Hot Sake: Tasted harsh, almost like rubbing alcohol. *Lemon Freeze Highball: Refreshing and the best of the cocktail bunch. *Momo Waves & Honey, Honey: Extremely whiskey-forward to the point of overpowering all other flavor notes. My friend has a cocktail smoking kit at home and said the smoked drink was a hard pass. I ended up ordering a Kimino Peach Sparkling soda (which wasn't for me) and passed it to my friend so he could use it to water down his Momo Waves. The Food The tapas delivery pacing was frustrating; bringing out one item at a time when you're hungry creates a stressful dining experience. More importantly, the execution was severely lacking across the board--there was zero char, no depth of marinade, and a complete lack of seasoning or spice. *Unagi ($12): Undercooked, soft, and mushy skin. If you're serving fish skin-on, it needs to be crispy. *Yaki Onigiri ($4): Sad disappointment. It came without a seaweed wrap; instead, the top and bottom were fried so hard they were practically unchewable. It tasted like burnt popcorn mixed with inedible fried Rice Krispies. The sauce was the only redeeming part. *Chicken Breast ($12) & Thigh ($4.90): The chicken thigh was good, but the breast was very strange--dry on the outside yet soft enough inside that it felt like it needed more cook time. *Lamb Lollipop ($15): The absolute last straw. You could smell the gamey-ness before it even reached the table. The steam hit my mouth with that heavy gaminess, and I couldn't even chew it. This place seems aimed at people who want meat in its rawest, unseasoned state--I need actual spices, love, and care in my food. *HATCH Greens ($18) & Agedashi Tofu ($6): My friend enjoyed the greens without complaint and said the tofu was fine. *Dessert & Final Thoughts We tried to end on a sweet note with the Binchotan Brownie ($14), but the brownie tasted like a cheap, pre-packaged wrapper brownie that had been frozen, thawed out, and dressed up with toppings. For a $150 tab, the "kitchen appreciation fee" and leaving hungry is a cardinal sin. Stop charging customers to pay the wages to your employees...We literally had to head straight to Hibachihana Grill right after just to get a satisfying meal. The menu has potential on paper, but the kitchen execution just isn't there. The only highlight of the entire dinner was the projection of SpongeBob playing on the wall.

Love this place!…read more Great place to go to after a game or long night out; always packed, social, and great food.

Food: Galbi was extremely tender and nicely flavored. Sweet potato fries were delicious, enjoyed…read morethe short cut. The corn cheese was very delicious. The tako wasabi was a little small but also tasted good. Was hoping to get the real fruit soju but didn't get the chance, maybe next time. Service: 3/5 Staff was nice overall. Ambiance: 4/5 Nice seating, plenty of space. A bit on the warm side during the summer months. Parking is also somewhat limited. Valet is $7 : (