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    4.3 (594 reviews)
    PriceyAsian Fusion
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    Breakfast sandwich
    Justin J.

    Came here the other weekend to meet some friends for brunch, had a reservation so we were able to get seated right away. Nice location close to the beach, plus plenty of things to do in the area. Started off with drinks, as one does with brunch. The best Mai Tai on the Island was an interesting take on a Mai Tai with a little mango added. Could have had a little more as it was hard to discern at times but still a tasty cocktail. Can't remember what the others ordered to drink, so my apologies, but they were also good. For food, we started with the Lobstah roll which was really nice, a good shift if lobster in each bite and crumbles of salt and vinegar chips on top for some crunch. Just something you wouldn't expect to see on the same plate but it worked. For entrees, we tried the egg crepe, breakfast sandwich and surfing that was like a dry ramen. The crepe was much different than your normal crepe, almost feeling like a quesadilla burrito combo, but was really good. The ramen, without the broth, was also very interesting and very good as well. The winner was the breakfast sandwich. A lot going on in it, and I'm typically not a sausage fan, but this was really tasty, no complaints from anyone at the table. Good location, quality cocktails and good brunch items, if you're in Hermosa Beach on a weekend, give Ryla a taste to meet your brunch needs

    Hokkaido Milk Bread
    Joann C.

    5 stars all around for the service and food! Our waitress was super friendly and knowledgeable, and provided great recommendations. First time here since we were drawn to their Dine in LA menu--kind of nice that the entire table doesn't have to participate, so we got to enjoy both the menu offerings and à la carte items. Everything we ordered was tasty, but the standouts were definitely the tuna handroll (fish is so fresh), milk buns (the sauce!), Caesar salad (the use of sesame is novel), tonkatsu (light and not greasy filling), ramen (taste authentic) and the steak (so tender!). Don't forget to end the meal with their desserts! Ube ice cream with the brittle crunch was amazing, as well as their soy bean pudding! We will definitely be back! Extra plus is clean restrooms!

    Signature Cocktails
    Carina V.

    The second I walk in I'm immediately calm and relaxed in this space any time of day, even the bathroom is cute! Spirits are top shelf and signature cocktails are delicious but some are seasonal, ask the servers for recs. Not many late night HH's in the South Bay, this is THE spot! After 9 pm head to the bar top for their special menu with offerings of rolls, skewers, ramen, and other small bites! Their fish and meats always are packed with flavor and melt in your mouth. Their food and service is excellent overall, but their brunch menu is so unique you must try it! I get the fluffy Japanese Pancake every time, and when I bring new friends I order the Pop Tart for the table. There's something for everyone from the breakfast fried rice to sushi. The Matcha Tiramisu or Ube Ice Cream is the perfect end to any meal you have here!

    Hokkaido Milk Bread
    Mireya M.

    Came here for the first time with my boyfriend for a date night and it was honestly the perfect experience. The ambiance was amazing -- I love a low-lit restaurant for dinner and RYLA absolutely nailed it. The food itself was incredible and there honestly wasn't a single thing we didn't enjoy. We ordered the bread rolls, Korean short ribs, scallop roll, nigiri (salmon, yellowtail, Hokkaido scallops, and tuna), and the shoyu ramen. Every dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully prepared. And the attentiveness of the entire staff was incredible. Such an incredible spot and we can't wait to come back!

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    Chelsea C.

    I have been meaning to go here for a very long time. It's one of my daughter and son-in-law's favorite places. And I finally found out why. Just such a lovely experience. The food here is exceptional. It's a casual atmosphere, but super lovely decor. Staff is exceptional so attentive and warm. A large parking structure across the street but we were lucky enough to get parking just around the corner. From start to finish, everything was on point. We had the bottomless mimosas. Love the mix of their mango, orange juice, heavier on the mango. Elevated the mimosa. We had the white sesame Caesar, the edamame, Chirashi Donburi and cold smoked salmon nigiri. My daughter and son-in-law come here, often so the chef sent out several dishes +3 desserts. I love the edamame., The smoked salmon, Nigeria, the quality and fresh fish, the attention of detail in the presentation and the dynamic flavor combinations. I can't wait to go back!

    Hokkaido Milk Bread
    Vera W.

    I had such a great experience at RYLA. You can really taste the quality of ingredients in every dish--it's clear a lot of care goes into the menu. The must-order is the milk bread. It's unbelievably buttery on its own, but the butter spread takes it to another level entirely. Easily one of the highlights of the meal. The snap peas salad was another standout--light, refreshing, and full of flavor. On top of the food, the staff is extremely nice and attentive, which makes the whole experience even better. The space itself has a sense of elegance without feeling over the top, making it perfect for both a casual night out or something a little more special. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

    Espresso martini was so good!! Smaller however very very tasty! Can't wait to be back
    Nataly R.

    The food was amazing!! I had the ribs and unagi What made it even better was the entire staff. I met Naomi- she was such an amazing bartender! Everyone really. I just found out she just started working here. She said she had training for two weeks and I said wow how incredible that ownership cares so much about the food, ambiance and experience their staff provides. This is the type of establishment that offers delicious food with actual taste, fresh , bold and the drinks!? So good! I will def be back and I am so happy to know this is a perfect spot for a solo person (female) going to different establishments for experiences.

    Breakfast Sandwich
    Tim H.

    Previous visited here and the service and food fell flat. Jimmy (GM) stepped up and went above and beyond any other restaurant. Overall, the second experience from service and food was on-point. THANK YOU Jimmy x Ryla staff FOOD: Overall a 4/5 - Japanese Pancake 5/5 - AMAZING - Hokkaido milk bread = 5/5 - AMAZING! - Crispy Taiwanese Egg Crepe 4/5 not traditional but tasted pretty good - Breakfast Sandwich = 4/5 a chunky sausage inside and thank good ness the bread wasn't dry - Blacked truffle fried rice = 4/5 delish - White sesame caesar salad = 4/5 - love the large green leaves and dressing PASS ON THESE - Spicy Tuna handroll = 1/5 - soggy nori and wasn't the best tasting - Nashville spiced hot Chicken karaage = 1/5 - soggy and drenched in oil, wasn't tasty at all - Grilled skirt steak = 3/5 - Meiji soy milk pudding = 4/5 Pre-made and wish they fried the ginger churro so it's not cold and soggy - PARKING: 3/5 Valet or street metered parking which can be difficult on such as busy street AMBIENCE: 4/5 Clean restrooms and tables SERVICE: 4/5 Friendly and no issues from staff ON The second visit. However the first visit wasn't the expectation received

    The patio is dog friendly
    Brian V.

    Asian fusion (I think either mostly or just Japanese) restaurant located in Hermosa Beach and adjacent to the always seemingly busy Hermosa Pier. They do dinner service during the week and have an early service on Saturdays and Sundays (as of /2026). My friends and I have came here for breakfast on a weekend, so I had a more laid-back beach vibe to the place. Especially since we sat outside with a dog in tow. The decor looks like it's probably feels a little more upscale at night though. We got seated pretty much right away and the service here is super friendly. I don't think they usually offer it for breakfast/brunch but I really wanted to try the Hokkaido Milk Bread dish and we were able to order it! So delicious. Lots of delicious savory flavor in that dish. I also ordered the Japanese pancake, which was also really good. Overall, I really enjoyed our experience in our meal. Definitely would love to come back and try their lunch or dinner.

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    Adam S.

    Wed night no rez. Got seated immediately - hostess was super friendly. Decor is great. Cozy. Love the wallpaper & dog photo over the bathroom entrance. Service was attentive and knowledgeable. One of our orders got overlooked & the GM came over to apologize and pull from the bill, which was appreciated. Food was on point. Milk Bread & the green beans were standouts. Honorable mention to the drink names (grandma's cigarettes!). Good spot will go again.

    Sarah M.

    I've eaten here twice now and both times I have to say the food is pretty good. I like the ambiance of the place, especially the back room is nicely decorated. The brunch that we went to last time, I really enjoyed it, especially the souffle pancake. It gets pretty busy so you got to go with that. They got valet parking and there's some parking garages nearby that you can self park.

    Panna Cotta
    Michelle C.

    First time trying this place as part of DineLA, and unfortunately, I was pretty disappointed. Overall, a cute vibe/atmosphere for girls' night/date night, but food-wise, could have been much better. Spicy Tuna Handroll: standard, but the seaweed tasted a little stale. Not sure if it was sitting for a bit before getting served to us or not.. Nashville Spiced Hot Chicken Karaage: great flavor, but poorly battered/fried. The chicken was a bit dry and not really crispy. 3 Cup Wild Black Cod: SO SALTY! This was the most disappointing dish of them all. Although the flavor was okay, this dish was just drenched in sauce. There was a bit of rice under the cod and sauce, but it was practically inedible since it was so salty. Not to mention, at a place like this, I would have expected the cod to be deboned, but it was not. Black Truffle Fried Rice: just a standard fried rice, truffle flavor was very mild, so I wish it were a little more flavorful. Grilled Skirt Steak: This was the best dish of the night! Loved the caramelization on the sweet potato, and the skirt steak was cooked perfectly. great flavors. If I were to get anything again, it would definitely be this dish! Meiji Soy Milk Pudding: great panna cotta/pudding, but the sauce on top was a bit too sweet for my liking. Hojicha Cocktail: Tasted like a standard hojicha latte, nothing special, so I would probably get something else next time instead. Reservations were made, but we were seated half an hour later. Throughout the entire dinner, our server only came to check on us once, and it was pretty hard even getting a hold of them. Granted, they seemed pretty busy, so I understand.

    Spyder Roll
    Azy G.

    I loved dining here! It's such a nice, cozy spot with amazing sushi rolls and great cocktails. I came in after 9 and was beyond impressed with service and hospitality. I had the Spyder roll and would definitely come back just for that. The crab in the roll was sooo good and great portions!

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    What is the noise level?

    At peak dinner rush it can be loud. There is a thumping music loop and the din of diners bouncing off the wood floor and plaster walls. The food makes up for it. I thought it would too crazy but it wasn't. Go early and eat everything.

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes, my wife is gluten free and the wait staff was pretty knowledgeable about her options.

    How is it for young kids?

    I didn't notice a kids menu but definitely have seen families dine in.

    Ok for solo dining? Bar seating?

    Yes! The bar is beautiful and they serve the full menu.

    Is the restaurant pet friendly?

    On the patio yes

    Can you bring your own wine? If so, what is the corkage fee? Thanks!

    We brought wine in. Corkage is $30.

    Is there outside dining?

    Yes!

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    Service was friendly and attentive, and we were seated right away on a recent Monday night. We've…read morepassed by Japonica many times and finally decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, the food was just okay overall. We started with the Salmon Skin Salad, but the salmon skin pieces were pretty thick and chewy compared to the crispy, crunchy ones I've had at other restaurants. There was also a little too much crab meat used as filler on the salad. We did enjoyed the Brussels sprouts, but the Shrimp Yakisoba was surprisingly bland and didn't have much flavor. We also ordered two rolls that didn't have rice. One was the Final Fantasia, and I honestly can't remember the name of the other one. Because they were wrapped in soy paper and had quite a bit of sauce, they ended up being soggy rather than having the texture I was hoping for. Unfortunately, these also had quite a bit of imitation crab meat as filler. With the overall quality and portions, I felt the dishes were a bit overpriced. There are definitely other sushi restaurants in the South Bay that I would choose over this one. Even though the service is good, the food just didn't impress us enough to make us want to come back.

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