Luzby was amazing! Great food! Nice ambiance! Loved the sushi, ramen, miso, and matcha…read morecheesecake!

Amazing location and people were amazing they were super for madly and when we asked about the…read moredishes they were super knowledgeable.

We celebrated my sister's 30th birthday at Sushi Tomoki and chose the omakase experience, and it…read morewas absolutely worth it. Located on Ventura Boulevard, Sushi Tomoki is a small, intimate sushi restaurant with a clean, minimalist Japanese aesthetic and a relaxed atmosphere that lets the food take center stage. (The Infatuation) Since we were dining with our 22-month-old, we requested a table instead of sitting at the sushi bar, and the staff was very accommodating. They even prepared a customized tamago sushi roll for our little one, which he absolutely enjoyed. The omakase was thoughtfully paced, with each piece served one at a time so we could fully appreciate every bite. The fish was incredibly fresh, and every piece practically melted in our mouths. The attention to detail and quality of the ingredients really stood out. The only piece that wasn't my favorite was the sushi topped with mint. It simply wasn't my personal preference, though I'm sure those who enjoy mint with savory dishes would appreciate it. The service was exceptional from start to finish. Everyone was warm, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. They made my sister's birthday even more special by singing Happy Birthday and surprising her with complimentary sherbet and four pieces of green tea mochi--a thoughtful touch that ended the evening on a high note. Overall, Sushi Tomoki delivered a memorable omakase experience with outstanding sushi, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back.

So today was the day to visit this lovely, semi medium size restaurant that had so much charm and a…read morewonderful service by everyone! We walked in at 6:40pm and got a nice welcome from Mediko. Without having a reservation, she sat us down immediately. Our server Meika approached us right away to take our order. We started off with a standard size of Garlic Edamame ($6.80), and then ordered few other cut rolls. Spicy Tuna Cut Roll--for 10 pieces ($14.80), Albacore Fried Onion Roll-- count of 12 for ($20.80), Zero Roll-- count of 12 for ($25.00), Rainbow Roll-- count of 12 for ($10.80). Everything was so LIGHT, FRESH and DELICIOUS!!! They also have hand rolls, and other types of cut rolls. They have street and metered parking. Before I forget, we ordered Crispy Rice Tuna that came in (2) pieces for (13.50). The minute I saw that, it made me laugh. Called our server and told her to take that back and remove it from the bill which she gladly did. I thought it was going to be an actual full course rolls. They also have dessert but we didn't order anything. Restaurant was very quaint, limited decor, very busy for Monday mid evening, and was very nice and clean. Total came out to be $95.70 including tax minus the tip. I'm sure they also have a bathroom, but we didn't end up using it. I will return, but not any time soon. They also don't have any Bento Box type of food. Very authentic place to go on a date, friends, family or even dine solo. They also have a Sushi Bar. Alcohol wise, only have beer, wine and sake along with 2 fridges full of cold drinks.. Thank you all very much!!

Absolutely amazing. Authentic Japanese food made with love. Everything made the experience great…read more Excellent service, cozy atmosphere. Everyone eating the food felt happy and relaxed. Ordered the Daichan special with option of chicken or beef teriyaki and I chose chicken. Special comes with shrimp and vegetable tempura and a croquet. Food was cooked very well but my favorite was easily the tempura. Such light breading and cooked to perfection. Next time I will order a whole side of this alone. 10/10 will come back again. Perfect for a light lunch or a bigger dinner!

This was my second time going to Daichan, but unfortunately it will be my last. Never in my life…read morehave I been to a restaurant where the staff actually waved me back over to complain about the amount I left as a tip. 1 Star!!! Two of the female employees approached me about my tip and hovered over me, pressuring me to change the amount. It was a small restaurant, so this created a very uncomfortable scene and made me feel extremely pressured and embarrassed. A tip is optional and should never be something a customer is confronted or pressured about. After this experience, I have absolutely no desire to return. Honestly, they were lucky I left a tip at all. Very disappointing experience, especially considering this was only my second visit. I will not be coming back.

My friend was craving ramen and found RedWhite because of its high Yelp ratings, which sounded good…read moreto me. What he apparently did not notice during this research phase was one fairly major detail: the entire restaurant is vegan. Once he realized it, there was a definite moment of hesitation. I was more in the camp of, "Well, you brought us here. We're committed now." Thankfully, his accidental vegan ramen selection turned out to be a very good one. The space is compact and dimly lit, with dark walls, simple wood tables, and a warm glow throughout. It was packed when we went, which gave the room a lively energy, but it still felt cozy rather than chaotic. Once the bowls arrived, any skepticism disappeared pretty quickly. The broth was much richer and more flavorful than either of us expected, with that creamy, savory quality you want from a comforting bowl of ramen. We both finished ours. I had the No. 9 Truffle Salt Ramen and added fried dumplings to mine. The dumplings gave the bowl a nice crispy contrast, and the truffle flavor came through without overpowering everything else. The funniest part is that neither of us walked in specifically looking for vegan ramen. We just wanted a good bowl of ramen, and that's exactly what we got. Parking is available in the shared plaza lot, but keep in mind those spaces are shared with the neighboring businesses. Street parking is another option if the lot is full. My friend may not have realized he was taking us for vegan ramen, but I'm giving him full credit for the accidental discovery.

The staff is friendly, service is fast, and the whole menu is vegan. Although some may consider…read morethis to be a unique dining experience, and probably intended for our fellow vegetarians and vegans, unfortunately this restaurant is not for me. I am not vegan, nor am I opposed to trying new vegan spots, but this one was doing the most. The menu is so simple, yet so elaborate with the different flavored soups you can choose. I tried the No. 8 red hot miso signature ramen bowl. Signature ramen bowls came with corn, dumpling, arugula, ginger tofu scramble, noodles, and crispy onion. I think warm arugula was not for me, and the tofu scramble was way too much since the broth was already so rich. The signature priced at $23. The broth is very thick, heavy, and overpowering. The broth is so rich and thick that I could not even finish the bowl without getting so tired of it halfway. The flavors were very interesting. There was a smoky hint and smell throughout the restaurant, and I was not the biggest fan of it. Once the bowl of ramen is ready, they put this glass lid on time and wait a certain time until they walk it out. My cousin tried the mac and cheese, and that was delicious. The truffle taste is very present and lingered the entire night - forewarning. Inside the restaurant was unique house music playing loudly and it was dark. It was giving mysterious dining. For presentation and creativity, this place gets a 10/10. I do not think I will be returning. Additional suggestion: having meat alternative options to add to the bowl. Parking is terrible in the small plaza and it is difficult to find parking on Ventura Blvd.

We celebrated my birthday at Oku-Niku after a fun day at Theme park, and it was the perfect way to…read moreend the day with family! Making a reservation was very easy, and everything went smoothly from start to finish. As soon as we arrived, we were greeted right away and seated promptly. The ambiance was warm and inviting. The restaurant is a bit dimly lit, but it really adds to the cozy and upscale atmosphere. One thing I immediately noticed was how clean all of the grills were. We chose the AYCE option (around $55 per person), and the pricing for kids was very reasonable. Our 5-year-old was charged a reduced rate, while our 3-year-old ate free, which was a nice bonus for families. The selection of meats was excellent, with plenty of options to choose from. They do have a 90-minute dining limit and a surcharge for excessive leftovers, but that wasn't an issue for us because everything was delicious. The appetizer selection was surprisingly large. We enjoyed the beef fried rice, noodles, a sushi roll, crispy tofu, chicken karaage, and shiitake mushrooms. The crispy tofu turned out to be spicier than we expected, so just keep that in mind if ordering for kids. However, spice lovers will probably enjoy it! The chicken karaage was a huge hit with the kids, especially with the spicy mayo on the side. The shiitake mushrooms were also incredibly flavorful and well-seasoned. We also ordered crispy rice spicy tuna, we loved it too! What really stood out was the service. Every server we encountered was kind, attentive, and genuinely friendly. Instead of simply dropping off food and walking away, they took time to check in, ask how we were doing, and connect with us. That personal touch made the experience feel special. We only ordered water since we had already had plenty of drinks earlier in the day, but they offer a variety of beverages as well. For dessert, we tried the mochi ice cream special--two for $5--which was a fantastic deal. In San Diego, it's common to pay around $5 for just one mochi ice cream, so we were pleasantly surprised. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and are so happy we chose Oku-Niku for my birthday celebration. Great food, excellent service, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a memorable dining experience. We'll definitely be back!

I have had this place bookmarked for years because I am a bigger fan of Japanese BBQ than Korean…read moreBBQ. I know, scandalous, right? The place was also always rather expensive. However, it seems prices are not so high anymore, so we went. Sadly, the food disappointed for the most part. One problem is the parking situation. It is nearly impossible to find a spot anywhere near the restaurant, and the fact there are numerous other dining spots on the block only makes things even harder. When we got there we had a friendly attentive server. However, he switched shifts with another server moments after we ordered. That led to many problems. The waitress who took over was almost never in the dining room. Dishes we ordered were sent to a different table. A Shirley Temple drink was ordered and it took nearly 30 minutes to be made. This is ginger ale and grenadine. Except, it wasn't even ginger ale, because they don't have ginger ale. It was Sprite! Oy! As far as the food, one big problem were the awful dipping sauces. I don't think I've had a problem with the dipping sauce at many if any other Asian bbqs in the past. However, the missus hated the soy or ponzu based sauce and wouldn't eat it. I used it, but it was not good. The meats were totally decent quality. The problem is their marinade isn't a soy based yakinaku type sauce like most Japanese BBQs. It was Japanese barbecue sauce and it tasted like barbecue sauce. Not a great flavor. The prime beef fried rice, gyoza, garlic noodles were the better dishes, though none particularly impressed. The cucumbers were soaked in ponzu sauce rather than pickled like sunomono or in a spicy sauce like cucumber kimchi. It was unmemorable. The chicken karaage was edible but unexciting. The spicy tuna on crispy rice was good, but they went soggy very quickly, which made any except the first one or two eaten not very enjoyable. The crispy garlic jalapeno chicken wings were god awful and inedible as far as I'm concerned. I'm sad the place wasn't better. I wanted a place to go that hopefully was somewhat cheaper than Manpuku - the best Japanese BBQ in LA. However, I wouldn't return for any of this food, and I can't recommend it to anyone. Avoid or try at your own risk.

I absolutely love Yunomi Handroll! The ambiance is beautiful; modern, intimate, and relaxed, with…read morethe handroll bar making the whole experience feel especially fun. I've tried several handrolls with the spicy option, and they've all been delicious. The spicy salmon is definitely my favorite and the one I look forward to every time! Everything tastes fresh, and I love that the handrolls are prepared and served individually so you can enjoy each one right away. The sautéed green beans with garlic soy are SO good and have become a must-order for me as well. And, of course, I always have to pair everything with a TaKaRa Chu-Hi, either the Fuji Apple or White Peach. Both are so refreshing and go perfectly with the handrolls. Delicious food, great drinks, and such a lovely atmosphere. Yunomi has definitely become one of those places I'm always happy to come back to!

Always a yummy option for a quick bite to eat, provided it's a bit later and not a weekend…read more Green beans always make things seem healthy, the cucumbers are just the right amount of crunch/acidity/sweetness, and the rolls fresh and just the right size. I'm not usually a fan of place that are really dark, but when seat at the bar, it's really not a hardship. And the peeps are always nice and super efficient. In and out in a flash!

This place is a hidden gem. Everything is high quality and so delicious, and the service is always…read morefriendly, welcoming, and attentive. I say hidden gem because it's easy to miss when driving down Chauenga, but so worth the stop. The sushi and rolls are excellent, but I also highly recommend the tom yum potsticker soup. Just the right level of spice and mix of veggies makes me feel physically rejuvenated every time I eat it!

Nice lunch, they had a special menu for lunch. The all in sushi roll was yummy…read moreSushi roll plus miso soup $16 Poke bowl plus miso $15 Combo with salad and miso $15 Taking off two stars for the spicy tuna crispy rice. I've had way better elsewhere and it was $13 for just two pieces. Plus the rice tasted kind of oily and too browned in my opinion Server was nice

Stopped by for a quick walk-up to-go order, and the experience was top-notch from start to finish!…read moreThe hostess was super sweet and helpful, and my food was ready in a flash. I ordered the Tonkotsu Red at a spice level 4, and let me tell you--it is SPICY! But despite the real heat, the flavor was still incredibly rich and delicious. I'm usually not a big fan of soft-boiled eggs on my ramen, but I decided to just go for it this time and I was pleasantly surprised! The atmosphere in there is great, making it a wonderful dinner spot. I'll definitely be back soon, but next time I'm dining in to get the full experience!

Honestly I don't understand the hype. Wait time is minimum 1…read morehour... A lot of items unavailable on menu by the time you sit. Waiters are so busy trying to manage everything they are forgetful or not as attentive. The food is good but not to die for that I'd go through all of this again to eat here. There are other amazing ramen restaurants I'd rather go before here. When they're over capacity all the time expect discrepancies.

KazuNori is honestly one of our absolute favorite spots to get hand rolls, hands down…read more We go here easily once a month and it's consistently the best hand rolls we've had in Los Angeles. There are other places that come close, but at the end of the day, we always find ourselves back here. Usually we go with the simple six hand roll set menu, which includes toro, yellow tail, salmon, scallop, crab, and lobster. The scallop is my absolute favorite it's so buttery, I always end up ordering a second one by the end of the meal. The whole vibe and atmosphere here is really nice too. The people working here are also amazing and always helping out when needed. Only downside is parking, during the day you're fighting for street parking, but at night they have pretty affordable valet which makes it easy. If this review helped, a thumbs up is always appreciated

Not sure if this was on purpose, but the sushi rice is their handrolls was very warm, almost hot…read more Flavoring was fine, but they'd bring fresh rice out from the cooker and straight to the handroll. Usually you would cool it first. Kinda weird, or maybe they were running behind. Came at lunch. Venue is nice, didn't have to wait to get seated. Efficient. Food it self was so-so