Amazing and great service! The food also came out really fast. I definitely would recommend joining the waitlist ahead of time.

I felt like I was transported to Kyoto when I ate at Ten no Meshi (and yes, I have been to Kyoto)! I went with a friend and we ordered one Gyukatsu - A5 Wagyu Tenderloin Cutlet Set Meal and one Tonkatsu - Kurobuta Pork Loin Cutlet Set Meal. We split the gyukatsu and tonkatsu half and half so that we could both try and enjoy both. The sets come with a scallop cutlet with ikura (salmon roe), added tableside with a presentation. They ask if you want it before adding it. This dish was beautiful and delicious. The scallop is massive and cooked just right, the panko is perfectly airy and crispy (this applies across the board), and the ikura is delicate and rich. The A5 wagyu was melt-in-your-mouth perfect. They provide a lightly heated plate to give your wagyu a subtle sear if desired. The restaurant has certifications for the wagyu available to peruse. The pork loin was tender and lovely. It's not super thick. The sets come with yuzu daikon (radish), unlimited cabbage, an onsen egg (very subtly slow-poached), a bowl of white rice, a small bowl of spicy sauce and miso soup. Everything is beautifully cooked and presented. There are a few sauces/seasonings provided on the table with pairing recommendations. Ask for the guide if you don't see it on your table. They included: specialty salt, dashi soy sauce, garlic soy sauce, tonkatsu sauce, and spicy sauce. I tried all of them in various combinations in small amounts out of curiosity, and they were all complimentary. They also have a sesame dressing for the cabbage that is delicious. The service is lovely! They checked on us relatively frequently and were happy to answer any questions we had. All of the servers were super polite, friendly, attentive and observant. The restaurant is small but not crowded. There were no lines on a Tuesday early evening (between 5:30-6:30pm). There is a Yelp Waitlist that you can join - and it can give you a rough sense of how long the wait will be. The A5 wagyu set was $57, and the pork loin set was $32. They also have curry plates and lower cost rice bowls and a la carte options. It is not cheap but the value is incredible. The quality of the food is above and beyond, and the portions are generous. And it really did feel like we were teleported to Kyoto for a meal. There is street/metered parking all around Sawtelle, and there are also pretty cheap paid lots nearby if preferred. I go to Sawtelle often and have never had an issue with parking. I highly recommend and can't wait to go back to Ten no Meshi! read more

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We came around 7 PM on a Thursday night and parking was the worst. No parking in the back and public parking cost $10. Thankfully there was street parking but you have to pay by texting or coins between 8AM to 8PM. Anytime outside of that is free. The restaurant was quite busy. Small wait but if you are party of 2, you have a higher chance of sitting down right away. There is outdoor and indoor seating. Don't worry, sitting outdoor was warm too on this cold night, they have a heater outdoor. My favorite was the garlic soy sauce but my fiancé enjoyed that red sauce from his set meal. I'm not a big eater so the side order of US Wagyu Katsu was enough for me, plus a side of white rice that cost $3.50 umless you order the set meal then you get unlimited on salad, rice, miso soup, and yuzu daikon. Side katsu also gets the salad with sesame salad dressing. I definitely loved the experience here cooking my own katsu meat then eating. The meat was very soft and less chewy as you cook it so cook it to your own preference! All the employees are friendly and helpful. Would come back again when I have cravings! read more

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I love visiting Tokyo and beef katsu (specifically Gyukatsu Motomura) is one of my one all-time favorite meals when over there. It's inexpensive, delicious, and a fun experience cooking the meat to your preferred doneness. Naturally, I jumped at the opportunity to try Ten no Meshi hoping to capture some of the same Japan feels. Service is great. The put on a little spectacle at the start of your meal and serve complimentary scallop katsu topped with fish roe. This was delicious my favorite bite of the meal. As for the gyukatsu, we ordered both the US Wagyu Loin Cutlet and the A5 Wagyu Tenderloin Cutlet. The Wagyu loin was leaner and less flavorful. The A5 was more tender and flavorful. In terms of taste, I thought it was pretty good. Not as good as Tokyo, but you get a similar experience. I do appreciate the different sauces and salt to enhance the flavors. In terms of value, I thought it was tad pricey and the portion is not very big. I won't be a regular, but it definitely worth trying if you've never had it before. read more

Stopped by this new spot because I was craving katsu. The katsu was solid! The bowl with katsu and the fish eggs were also good. When you walk in all the employees sync and greet you with something in japanese. thought that was funny. read more

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Service here is great!! Very attentive and they are fast to take your order, get you any refills of the unlimited rice, cabbage, and soup!! The miso sesame dressing is delicious with the cabbage. Use the garlic soy sauce and mix it with the egg and drizzle over the rice!!! The US Wagyu set was so fun! Got to grill the meet myself. Needs like 12 seconds in each side to get a nice sear. Very tender and delicious. Definitely put a little of the umami salt. Add your name to the waitlist early, but don't miss your slot when they call your name. Gets super busy on the weekdays after 6:30pm. A cute couple tables outside, 5 booths inside and a bar seating section. read more

Ten no Meshi - US Wagyu set - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great service and experience! Food was delicious! Came for lunch and there wasn't a wait so that was nice! I love have they give you unlimited amount of rice, cabbage, and miso soup. Even though you really don't need it, but it's nice to have that option. I tried their pork combination, and I find the tenderloin piece absolutely delicious! They do a special chant for their ikura topped dishes. I can't wait to come back and try their wagyu option. read more

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There's a reason why people stand in line for at least an hour prior to the doors opening. This place is amazing and the service is fast, friendly, and efficient. Came here for Mother's Day and within 20 minutes, the line had grown to about 60 people before the restaurant opened. Ordered the Wagyu set which came with scallop katsu with ikura. I also opted to add the ikura on the rice as well for an additional $9. They had a whole presentation with the ikura at every table. Wagyu was super tender and they brought out a small table side searing plate which had a candle creating the heat in case you wanted your Wagyu more cooked. The onsen egg along with the cabbage salad w/ sesame dressing was cool and refreshing. They will also give you more refills of the cabbage salad, rice, and miso soup. Definitely get there early for the first seating otherwise you will be waiting for quite some time. Fantastic food and service. I look forward to coming back. read more

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Ten No Meshi on Sawtelle may be small, but it has the kind of charm and consistency that keeps you thinking about your next visit before you've even left. I've eaten at plenty of spots along this busy stretch of West LA, but this little restaurant stands out for its simplicity, warmth, and truly exceptional service. The restaurant itself is compact--intimate, even--but in the best way. It feels like a tucked‑away neighborhood spot where the focus is on good food and genuine hospitality. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, and while the space isn't large, it's thoughtfully arranged so you never feel cramped. The vibe is relaxed and unpretentious, the kind of place where you can settle in comfortably whether you're grabbing a quick meal or lingering a bit longer. The service here is exceptional. Not just "good for a small restaurant," but genuinely some of the best overall service I've had in the area. The staff is attentive without hovering, friendly without being forced, and incredibly efficient. You can feel how much pride they take in the food and the experience, and that energy is contagious. I've tried both the katsu and the curry, and they have never disappointed. The katsu is crisp, golden, and perfectly cooked--light enough to enjoy fully but hearty enough to satisfy. The curry is rich, comforting, and deeply flavorful without being heavy or overly salty. Together, they make a combination that feels like pure comfort in a bowl. Every bite tastes intentional, balanced, and made with care. It's the kind of food that hits the spot every single time. Ten No Meshi may be small, but it has a big heart and even bigger flavor. Between the cozy atmosphere, the smooth Yelp waitlist system, the standout service, and the consistently delicious katsu and curry, it's a place that earns its loyal following. If you're on Sawtelle and craving something comforting, simple, and exceptionally well done, Ten No Meshi is absolutely worth the stop. It's one of those rare restaurants where everything--from the food to the service--just works. read more

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Maybe this place had too much hype but I went in expecting more. After a 30 min wait at 9pm for dinner, we were seated outside. We ordered the A5 wagyu tonkatsu and the pork cutlet bowl to share. They were both pretty good but I've definitely had better tonkatsu elsewhere. Wagyu was served somewhat raw and you can grill them to your liking on the hot stone. I thought the pork cutlet bowl was better because it had some seasoning on the rice (katsudon). There are a few sauces to choose from to dip the Wagyu and my favorite was the spicy dipping sauce. The performance when they serve you food is kinda unique and reminds me of being in Japan for a little bit. Overall a good experience but definitely not going to wait in a long line for this. So hopefully the hype dies down soon. read more

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Easily the best katsu place I've had in LA and probably the best food in the Sawtelle area. Ten no Meshi serves great katsu options from Japan and insane drinks as well. The lines can get pretty hectic so come prepared to wait or arrive at open. Once inside, you are greeted by a friendly array of staff and a cozy atmosphere. Onto the food, between the A5 wagyu and the Kurobuta pork, high quality ingredients are being used here to the max. The pork was tender and juicy while still maintaining the crispy breading from the katsu. From the cozy atmosphere, the friendly staff, and insane food, there's not much more to say other than you need to come! read more

Ten no Meshi - Kurobuta Rosu & Hire Combination Katsu Set - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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45 min wait on a Sunday night. When it gets busy they turn off the online waitlist so you have to go there in person to put your name on the waitlist! Make sure when you get a text that your table is almost ready to stand outside because they'll start calling out names. We got the A5 Wagyu set and the pork katsu curry. The A5 Wagyu set comes with miso soup, rice, dipping sauce, egg, and the tiny hot stone pot to cook your meat however you'd like which adds a great presentation. I also loved the little performance they had for the katsu with roe in the beginning! The only downside was that they said we could dip the katsu in the red dipping sauce and the egg, but I felt my egg was over cooked and there wasn't anything to dip in. However, overall the food came out really fast and this is a good place to eat when you're in Sawtelle. read more

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Came here with a group of 6 on a Monday night- not a great place for a bigger group. We had to wait a long time for two tables next to each other to be put together. Overall it was a fun experience. The way they add the roe and egg to some dishes was a fun experience! The menu is small so we basically ordered one of everything, the wagyu combo, beef combo, pork katsu combo, and bowls. I liked the beef you cook on the hot rock and the katsu bowls were really tasty! The combos come with unlimited cabbage, rice and miso soup. It was a little pricey- we each ended up paying $50. Would come back here for the bowls with a smaller group! read more

Ten no Meshi - Beef combos - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Was curious about the claim that they are THE (or one of, at least) best katsu place that finally opened in LA. Had to say they are pretty good. Is it the best? Now that's a tall order. The competition is steep. The crunch and the frying were perfect. The loin is a not tough, and it's not felt like 'right out of the pan'. The fat cap is also modest. Somehow does not give that 'swimming in pork heaven' kind of bursting in your mouth feel like what good pork loin katsu usually give. The sauce selection is nice and kinda steal the show. The rice bowl is also good, perfect ratio between rice, eggs, onion, and gravy. Felt like the rice bowl has a better chance to claim 'the best' compared to katsu itself. Can't say anything about the miso soup though, despite the menu saying it comes with the rice bowl yet i don't see it served on my visit. Ambience was a perfect hustle bustle, the kind you expect from a good japanese food spot. They have a unique way of presenting the katsu and mentaiko, with restaurant-wide cheer and so forth. Be prepared if you are averse to loud noises. The least of my favorite was the service. I just remembered about the miso soup after witnessing it was served to a guest right next to me. Mind you i was seated at the very edge of the bar, right in the line of sight of the host and reception. Forgetting miso soup for a japanese restaurant is wild. But what was notable is when i asked about it to the host, they did confirmed it was supposed to be served. When i pointed out that i've already done with the meal, they doubled down by unapologetically argued that 'some guest enjoy miso soup after finishing a meal'. read more

Ten no Meshi - Pork loin rice bowl - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ten no Meshi recently opened, and we came as soon as it opened at 11:30AM; definitely arrive early and put yourself on a waitlist! I opted for the A5 Wagyu combo set, which came with rice, miso soup, a soft-boiled egg, and salad. Also came with a scallop tempura with ikura as an appetizer, which was a nice touch. The A5 wagyu was superb, melt-in-your-mouth, and it was fun to cook it on the small hot stone; it's already partially-cooked for you when you receive it, so it cooks really quickly. It was tasty, and I was satisfied afterwards. However, I will say that it was on the pricey side for the amount of food you get: I know A5 wagyu is expensive, but $57 for a combo meal is pretty steep. Service was also quite slow, but I do appreciate their kind hospitality, and I appreciated the complementary green tea mochi ice cream at the end for my birthday. Overall, Ten no Meshi is a nice, once-in-a-while treat, especially if you're craving katsu. read more

Ten no Meshi - Scallop tempura with ikura - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Delish! I ordered the pork loin and tenderloin set meal. It comes with a salad, miso soup, rice, an egg, and a scallop cutlet. Everything was great but the scallop cutlet was my favorite and it was cooked to perfection. I was seated on the patio which was nice. The wait to be seated was about 45 minutes on a Friday evening. You can join the waitlist on Yelp. read more

Ten no Meshi - Pork loin and tenderloin set meal - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Small parking lot free of charge in back but usually full, there is a parking structure right across if you're not lucky to snatch a parking spot. Very limited seating in restaurant and 3 tables in covered outdoor patio. We dinned on a Saturday lunch and wait was about an hour to hour and half. Last call for lunch is 2:15pm. They close between 2:30-5pm and reopen for dinner after. Food was good and as expected. Great novelty restaurant to try at least once but it's not mind blowing that you should make a long drive to come here if you don't have other plans around the area. Would love to eat here again if I'm already in the area. Price point is pretty pricy in my opinion. Scallop cutlet topped with ikura (salmon roe) comes with all meal sets and it was the best part. Scallop was juicy, tender and silky. Kurobuta Pork Lion Cutlet Set Meal -cutlets were pretty lean but still juicy and tender. Kurobuta Pork Tenderloin Cutlet Set Meal -small fat cap and pork was pretty juicy and tender as well. With the fat cap it adds much more of a savory flavor than the Pork Lion Cutlet did, I personally liked this better. Gyokuro Hojicha Matcha Latte -great quality hojicha and paired with matcha well. It comes unsweetened which I wasn't aware. It was enjoyable but I would preferred if they had a sweetened option. read more

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Food: - Scallop cutlet topped with salmon roe: generous serving of tasty roe, scallop cutlet was fully cooked and the breading and fry was light and crispy, this dish comes with the set meals - Kurobuta Pork Loin Set Meal: pork loin itself was well breaded with good fry, however, we found the meat itself dry; miso soup was well seasoned, poached egg added more depth to the meat; you can add dashi or the glaze sauce and either eat it with the meat or drink it whole Service/Ambiance: - Employees are very friendly and personable, the manager himself came to every table to check on us - When you receive your scallop cutlet topped with salmon roe, the employees put on a whole performance with enthusiastic shouts and heaps of roe - Parking is tough especially on a weekend, try to find street parking, but if not you may have to suck it up and pay ): - Can be a long wait if you don't arrive before 6pm on a weekend read more

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The A5 wagyu Tenderloin Cutlet set meal was incredibly tender absolutely amazing. The restaurant was very busy; they open at 11:30 and we arrived at 12, but still had about a 30-minute wait. The space isn't very large, but the service was efficient and attentive. One downside for me was the strong smoke inside, you'll definitely leave smelling like teppanyaki. That said, the curry was very well done, rich and flavorful, and the cutlet pork tenderloin was outstanding seriously can't go wrong with it. read more

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We got the pork tenderloin bowl and US wagyu set, and shared the gyokuro Hojicha latte. We wanted to share the iced sencha but since it's refillable, it's not shareable. Conclusion: Gyokuro Hojicha Latte is soo good, can really taste the tea. So glad we got it. And the scallop cutlet with salmon roe. Full scallop, sliced in half, topped with roe. Semi sweet scallop with mild salty roe- thinly coated batter. read more

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My coworker wanted to check out Ten no Meshi for her birthday so we walked down Sawtelle to see what all the hype was. First off, I highly recommend putting your name on the list before showing up. You can do it via Yelp. This place is small and because it's new, it's popular. You are going to have to wait. Especially if you are a large group like we were. Might as well put your name down early while you walk (or circle around trying to find precious street parking for your car). The menu is small, but that's fine. What they cook you can tell they have perfected. Between the 5 of us here, we were able to try just about everything they offered and we all tried to decide who chose the best option. Portion sizes might look small, but trust me. They're so packed with flavor that you are going to get filled up. I came super hungry and still left with leftovers. In all, Ten no Meshi is so close to a 5 star experience for me. But its main downfall is simply the size. Even when you are seated it feels a bit cramped. I hope that as time goes on the place won't be as packed all the time which will allow you for a slightly more relaxed, 'spacious' dining experience. In no way does that mean you shouldn't come here as soon as possible. It just means that if you're hoping for a quiet, romantic, private dining experience, this isn't the place for you (but then again, no restaurant on Sawtelle fits that bill). read more

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So good! Worth the hype. We came maybe around 1pm and the waiting list said one hour. We asked the worker and they said the wait is probably only 30 minutes. I would sign up on the yelp waitlist if it is open online! We sat at the bar. It was quite the experience and it was pretty loud and overwhelming at times in the beginning. Everyone is very kind and attentive. I loved how there were explanations of each sauce and what meat it was good for. We got the US and A5 wagyu. The A5 wagyu was exceptionally better and beautifully marbled :) definitely worth the $14 upgrade if you feel like it! We celebrated my birthday and they gave me a green tea matcha mochi with strawberry sauce. The strawberry sauce made my whole day it was SOOO GOOD! I would definitely come back just for that dessert read more

Ten no Meshi - A5 wagyu - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Saw this spot on IG and decided to check it out for a Friday after-work dinner in Sawtelle. There's definitely a wait -- but honestly, it's worth it. Even with the place being busy, the servers were incredibly friendly and still took the time to chat and explain the menu. That kind of service always makes the experience better. I ordered the A5 Wagyu set meal plus an à la carte pork tonkatsu. The Wagyu was unbelievably tender -- rich, buttery, and literally melts in your mouth. The pork tonkatsu was just as impressive: crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside, and not at all dry. Inside is not huge at all, but it has this cool vibe. Great food, great service, and overall a solid tonkatsu spot. Definitely one of my newest favorite restaurants in Sawtelle. read more

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Tried Ten No Meshi and we ordered the US Wagyu Loin Cutlet Set Meal. Overall, it was alright. The meat quality was decent, but there wasn't really a "wow" factor for me. The sauce was also a little salty for my taste. That said, the service and presentation were really great, which definitely made the experience better. Everything was plated nicely and the staff were very attentive. We got lucky and were able to sign in on Yelp while we were on the way there, so we didn't have to wait too long. If you're planning to go, I recommend signing in on Yelp before heading there--especially if you don't live too far--to save some time. read more

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Ten no Meshi is a Kyoto katsu place that delivers on the Japanese hospitality and experience. Within weeks of opening, the hype for this place was high and I was excited to get a chance to try. On the weekday, I put my name on the Yelp waitlist earlier in the evening and had to wait about 30 minutes before my time was called. While waiting for the rest of my party to arrive, the wait staff was accommodating and allowed me to wait to keep my place in line. The place has limited indoor seating, but they also had a few tables outside to accommodate the crowds. My friends and I got the US Wagyu Loin Cutlet Set (4.5/5): The set first comes out with the scallop cutlet with roe. The whole presentation is beautiful and comes with a table side pour of roe on top of the lightly fried scallop which was buttery and smooth. Next came the plate with the wagyu and hot plate which you use to sear the meat to your desired doneness. Overall the meat was also had a good amount of fat to keep it nice and juicy. I enjoyed being able to dip it in egg to give it a little extra richness and flavor. My only critique was that while the quality was good, it was a bit small and was not the most filling meal given the price. In terms of service, the servers were very helpful and nice. The parking in the Sawtelle is notoriously difficult so may be difficult depending on time of day. Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Ten no Meshi that is worth trying but may want to wait until the hype dies to enjoy for a special occasion. read more

Ten no Meshi - Scallop Cutlet with Egg Roe - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I really wanted to love this place!!! But it was actually super disappointing. I understand they are new so maybe that was part of the problem, and I'll definitely try it again once the hype dies down and maybe correct this review but I was so sad to be disappointed. A friend ordered the Wagyu, and it was supposed to come with the little stone to grill the meat but it came out cold. when she asked for a new stone, it just sat on the counter until a waiter/runner realized and brought it to us. I had the pork mix set, the pork loin was good but the sirloin was not it, definitely undercooked a bit so I didn't even eat the other half. All in all, the food is fried and sits under the strong air condition vent so when the food arrives to the customer tables, it's cold and it was so sad! Also the soft boiled egg to dip, it was sooo cold, like refrigerated, they probably don't make it fresh but can't they warm it up a bit before serving. I've never received cold egg at a tonkatsu place ( personal opinion of course) so I just didn't eat it. I wanted to love this place sooooo much! Ambiance is cute, waiters have a little show with the fried scallop and ikura tasting they give at the beginning, they also yell a lot of the brand name and welcome, during the meals. you do have to wait 2-3 hours if you don't join the waitlist right at 5pm on a weekend but from the experience I had, not sure if it's all worth it. Definitely will try again once because it is one of those things Japan does so well, and I love this kind of tonkatsu. But I think they need to have a better system in place, so I probably won't go back for at least 6 months till the figure it out and the hype dies down. read more

Ten no Meshi - Pork loin and tenderloin set - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I came here for an impromptu lunch and there was no wait which I wanted to avoid since I've heard that the wait can be up to 2 hours. We both opted for the A5 Wagyu tenderloin set which came with a scallop katsu with ikura, miso soup, cabbage salad, rice, and egg. The scallop katsu came half cooked - not sure if that was supposed to be the case but I've had raw scallops before so this didn't deter me. I've also never had scallop katsu before so this was interesting. It also came with a little "show" when they scooped ikura onto it. It was pretty good but nothing to write home about. The Wagyu was so tender and it also came with this hot stone to sear the edges. I also liked how it came with a variety of sauces. However was this worth the almost $60 price point? Definitely not. I think if it was priced at $35-40, it would make more sense. My friend also got this match drink which he enjoyed and said it was very earthy. Overall I'm on the fence about coming back. While the katsu was good, this place is extremely overpriced for the good cuts of meat. Even the pork katsus are on the pricier side ($30+). read more

Ten no Meshi - Scallop katsu - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Service and ambiance is great, food is honestly not worth the steep price, it was just ok. The rice was cooked perfectly and the wagyu was good (kind of of hard to cook since the little grill started to cool down by the time the wagyu came out), the wagyu curry was pretty average. Definitely worth a 1 time try to see what the hype is but I'd honestly rather elsewhere for food at 1/2 the price for similar quality. Overall a decent experience but would not go back cost/food ratio not worth it read more

Ten no Meshi - A5 Wagyu Curry Plate - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was initially excited by this place given all the amazing review on Yelp but at the end of my meal, I left $111 poorer, unsatisfied with my meal, and truly questioned myself, did I just get robbed? These are the points that made me question my decision: 1) My A5 did not taste or look like A5 wagyu. Lack of marbling, not melt in your mouth, and an unfresh taste that left me questioning if I was eating quality meat or not. It didn't make any sense. Watching their frying process, its possible that my wagyu may have just been American wagyu. Because they fry the pieces from the left fryer and move them over 1 by 1 to the Fryer to the right (I don't know the purpose of this), the meats can be mixed up. After frying, the only way to really tell the difference is by shape so it's easy to distinguish the pork loins and pork tenderloin but a bit more difficult with the beef. There were multiple times where the fry chef second guessed which bin to put the fried piece of meat they just picked up. 2) The 2nd part that threw off the meal was the extremely poor quality of the breading. The breading was mushy (see video), fell off so easily, and provided little to no crunch. Fried food is hard to mess up but somehow it happened here. I was bothered by this so much that I had to look at other Yelp reviews to see what others have said and they all have had this same problem so this is not an isolated case. I hope the team here fixes this issue because the crispy breading is such a key component to this dish. 3) Surprisingly, the pork loin was more enjoyable than the A5 wagyu but only because the piece we received was actually crispy. The downside was it was dry. No juices retained, just dry meat surrounded by crispy breading. The feel was equivalent to placing a piece of pork loin in the oven for too long and it drying out. I think a juicy piece of pork loin is bare minimum base line. I was surprised this was not met. For the pros, I enjoyed the free refills on daikon, rice, miso soup, etc. The scalloped cutlet with ikura was good. I definitely enjoyed that. Sauces and condiments are good. Those were the things that truly saved this meal. To quote from their website: "Delight in a soul-stirring indulgence -- "Ten no Meshi" - where every dish is top-tier". But my experience was the exact opposite; I did not indulge in any buttery melt in your mouth goodness of A5 wagyu that I was promised. Nor was every dish "top-tier" but more so "we kinda tried tier". And I got all of this for the price of $111. I had high hopes for this place and truly believed that my experience was an anomaly but with how many other people have had the same exact issues as me, I don't think it is. Definitely go try this place and hope for the best but if the issues are not fixed, I would not recommend this place. read more

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The wait for a Sunday lunch is over an hour but you can grab some matcha or boba around and even walk through some cute plant nurseries to kill time. Service felt very authentically Japanese. Limited seating and a bit tight (just like Japan). I loved the pork tenderloin bowl, the rice was perfectly cooked and the egg and fish eggs on top added so much umami burst of flavor. Pork tenderloin in general is a very lean meat so it was good to have all of the sauce options to add some moisture back to the dish. read more

Ten no Meshi - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Long waits! Showed u to put my name in the waitlist at 6:30pm on a Saturday, and was seated at 8:30pm. There's not many seats inside so the wait is to be expected. The food was good! but I can't say it was at the same quality as Japan, obviously. It gets the job done to satisfy the gyukatsu craving. My rice and miso soup came out cold. I believe you can get refills on rice and cabbage if you run low. The meat was nice and soft. We got a side of pork cutlet, which honestly was so good. I might prefer that over the beef. Since they just opened, prepare for a wait. It's all over social media. I don't know if I'd be willing to wait for 2 hours again, but when it dies down, I'll be back. read more

Ten no Meshi - A5 Wagyu, presentation not the prettiest - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Quite simply put, this is the greatest tonkatsu restaurant I have ever been to. The lean tonkatsu with spicy tonkatsu sauce is one of the best dishes I've ever had. I don't mean to over hype this place but this restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Los Angeles. I came here with my brother and we had to wait in line. Today is a Saturday, so come early. read more

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Pretty decent but pricey katsu. Went for a Friday lunch. Was able to find street parking north of the restaurant, though there are a couple parking lots around if you need one. Got there a bit early as I heard there was a line that builds up before they open. Was there about 30 min early and yes - there was a short line. By the time they opened, the line was pretty long and people definitely had to wait for the restaurant to turn tables - glad we got there earlier. Was sat and was able to order - my friend and I decided to get pork and a wagyu and split the meats amongst ourselves. First, an appetizer comes with some katsu with ikura on top - pretty fun (how they presented it) and was pretty decent. A bit later, the katsu came out. A few of my buddies did not get theirs at the same time and it looked like the restaurant messed up their orders unfortunately, so we waited for their meals to come out about 15 min longer. After having both, I actually did like the pork more. They were both pretty well cooked, but it didn't seem much different than other well cooked katsu I've had elsewhere in LA. Think the best bit was all the ikura action on the katsu and rice. So at the price point, it's hard to recommend. read more

Ten no Meshi - A5 Wagyu Katsu w/ ikura rice upgrade - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Just my luck to have gyukatsu spot open in Sawtelle, very underrepresented Japanese dish that LA doesn't really serve. I was seriously craving it after my last Japan trip and Ten no Meshi delivered. The menu is quite small, but highly specific, gyukatsu or katsu teishoku, or just katsudon. I had to get gyukatsu loin teishoku, since loin is one of my more favorite cuts of katsu. The gyukatsu teishoku comes with miso shiru, egg, and your hot stone to cook as you like. There's a wide assortment of sauces as well. This felt very similar to gyukatsu I've had in Japan, from taste to presentation. It also comes with complimentary scallop appetizer which I think was good, while fried, scallop still remained airy and soft. The service is good, but it is a bit disorganized. There is a kiosk where you can put your name down on a waitlist, but I also saw them seat some people who didn't place their name on the waitlist before people who did. I also saw them mix up the scallop performance for another table, they were quick to fix it. I will give it a pass overall since it's been less than a week since they've been open. While the quality is there, getting the set meals feels a bit pricy, especially knowing how much they should cost having been to Japan. Overall would recommend, and would wait until the hype dies down a bit, but a good addition to the plethora of Japanese restaurants in Sawtelle. read more

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Despite being forgotten by the staff, this place is serving up some of the best tonkatsu in LA. I visited this spot on a Tuesday night and the line was still very long! My friend and I added ourselves to the waitlist via the app 1 and a half hours before we were actually seated. One thing I didn't enjoy was we were forgotten about and the other parties who came in after us were served first. They even forgot to give us the complimentary scallop appetizer until we brought it up. That was a bit stressful especially since we were really hungry, but the food quality made up for it. Here's what we got: - Scallop Appetizer: Perfectly breaded and the scallop was tender and juicy. Loved the burst of flavor from the ikura and it was nice that this was complimentary! - A5 Wagyu Tenderloin Cutlet Set Meal: Even though it was a bit tough to eat, the wagyu meat was great quality and it was nice cooking it on the hot stone to your preference. - Kurobuta Pork Loin & Tenderloin Cutlet Set Meal: Both cuts of pork were cooked perfectly and the meat quality was great. I enjoyed this slightly more than the wagyu. - Matcha Strawberry Latte: The matcha quality was great (super green!) A bit too sweet, but still tasty. - Gyokuro Hojicha Latte: Super earthy, but enjoyable. This one could've been sweeter, but still great. What really sold this spot for me were the sauces and flavorings that paired well with the high quality meat. From the salt to the original tonkotsu sauce, everything was so flavorful and umami. I also enjoyed the chanting of the staff and their positive energy which gave of a very lively atmosphere. Overall, I would recommend this place once the hype dies down. I would also recommend the staff to keep track of their guests better. read more

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Beef is good quality its not hard and very easy to chew. Its also thick. The outside is very crispy. I also love the scallop ikura appetizer. The food came out pretty fast too but the wait was 30-40 min on a friday night read more

Ten no Meshi - A3 wagyu - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We tried the wagyu, pork, and curry katsu. Everything was delicious and eating all that fried food didn't leave you feeling heavy. So you can tell it was quality ingredients and oil. Nice array of sauces and fresh wasabi. Service was fast and they often came by to refill the rice and cabbage. I knocked off one star because they need a better system to track patrons that are waiting for a table. We were in line at around 4:30 PM (30 min before they open), we were perhaps the 4th party in the line. Then 5 min before opening a waitress comes out and tells us we need to register on their tablet, and she walks away. You can imagine what happens, chaos ensues. People are getting yelled at for cutting the line, we were given the stink eye even though we were 4th in line already. Instead, the waitress should come to each party standing in line, with the tablet in her hand, to register everyone. Or, why is there a need to register? Just seat people that are in line. read more

Pros: the service was excellent. Workers very nice and friendly. Toilet has a bidet too lol Cons: For me personally, I don't think the prices were worth it. The wait time on a Saturday night was 2 hours. Overall: the environment is very welcoming, but I probably won't come back due to pricing and long wait times. read more

Ten no Meshi - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great experience!! The waiters were super helpful and had incredible service. The food was delicious. They had varying sauces to try with the meat. Would highly recommend!! read more

Ten no Meshi - US Wagyu Set - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Still feeling Japan withdrawals from a recent trip to Japan, I found this spot through my socials and decided to check it out for lunch with a buddy. There wasn't a line up at all around 11am on a Saturday, but the line gradually grew over time and eventually the employees brought out a tablet for you to check in your party. The restaurant itself has a small covered patio area for al fresco dining as well as booths, tables, and wraparound counter seating around the open kitchen. I opted for the A5 wagyu tenderloin gyukatsu set and added an ebi fry. My friend got the tonkatsu loin and tenderloin set to compare. Both sets come with a scallop cutlet with ikura so no need to order a la carte unless you want an extra one. For drinks, they had various matcha drinks, but I opted for the sencha green tea bottle. Once our orders were in, the servers will bring a mini grill if you've ordered a gyukatsu set so you can sear your cutlet pieces on it to enjoy. They also made a big show of the scallop cutlet and brought it out on a bamboo tray and scooped ikura on top in front of you with a little chant. A bit of a show, but very kawaii. The cutlet itself was amazing and really reminded me of the gyukatsu at Gyukatsu Motomura, my favorite chain in Japan. Service was awesome and our server Jenni was great. They also do rice, cabbage, and miso soup refills so don't be shy to ask for more if needed. Overall, a MUST TRY if you're in the area and want to mix things up from the usual udon, ramen, or sushi. read more