5 restaurants in Civic Center-Little Tokyo. Part of our Los Angeles Quick Bites guide.
This gyoza bar specializes in Utsunomiya-style dumplings, offering them steamed, pan-fried, or deep-fried. It's a casual spot that feels like a wing stop for gyoza, with a full bar and options for vegans.
βZERO parking! LONG line! We leftβ
βRestaurant is immaculate, including the restroomβ
Jin China Bistro offers a no-frills approach to American Chinese food, focusing on fresh, made-to-order dishes and warm, efficient service. It's a casual spot that manages to feel welcoming for a variety of occasions, from quick solo lunches to family gatherings.
βSecond floor of this Japanese shopping centerβ
βEverything is fresh and cooked to orderβ
βWarm interior layout is very comfortingβ
This cozy ramen shop serves up rich, flavorful broths and perfectly cooked noodles, making it a go-to for authentic Tokushima-style ramen. It's a no-frills spot where the focus is squarely on delivering a comforting and delicious bowl.
βOnly around $12 a bowl is incredibleβ
βLots of flavor in the broth and the meat was tastyβ
βMarks on the wall. It could use a paint jobβ
Azay offers a unique French-Japanese fusion, specializing in comforting, home-style dishes. It's a cozy, family-run spot perfect for a relaxed brunch or intimate date night.
βBeautiful cozy place that gives authentic Japanese vibesβ
βEach little side dish that came along with it was amazingβ
βService was kind, informative, and outstandingβ
This casual spot in Little Tokyo mall offers a wide variety of sushi and Japanese dishes, including dedicated vegan and vegetarian options. It's a welcoming place for families, groups, and solo diners, with a relaxed atmosphere that makes it a comfortable choice for a meal.
βThe female owner's voice is harsher than the sound of breaking glassβ
βWaitress make you wait outside about 15 mins, even the have like 6 empy tablesβ
βAll of the times I have been here.Until our most recent visitβ
