Hidden Gems in Sawtelle

“Mind-blowing amazing. You absolutely have to get it.”

“Street parking easy since we r farther from sawtelle.”

“How did this piece of tin foil get into my food?”

“Small parking lot in front of the store, as well as ample street parking.”

“The atmosphere is clean and comfortable.”

“Absolutely A+++ elite experience. Mori Nozomi authentically brings forth beautiful omakase with a heart and soul in each dish!”

“Outstanding all around and worthy of its Michelin star, NY Times review, and then some.”

“All female Japanese Sushi staff creates exquisite Sushi Kaisèki and curated Sakè (sah keh) experience.”

“The burrito I got from these guys tonight right at closing was one of the best burritos I've ever had in my life, and it was only $9.”

“Unlike most stands where a veggie burrito is just rice and beans- they have so much veg and guac in it!”

“This is my favorite taco stand on the west side”

“Benny is amazing and so are all of his staff They are all really friendly.”

“Amazing top notch some of the best kabob I’ve ever had very clean and nice 5 stars all the way”

“I stumbled upon this place randomly and once I arrived I was treated with kindness, hospitality, and the best kabob I’ve ever had.”

“Guests loved being able to customize their pizza toppings”

“Second time I have hired them. They do a fantastic job”

“Fresh ingredients, pizza dough tossed fresh on site”

“Best fried chicken on the west side and still great value.”

“Amazing karaage (Japanese fried chicken) and burgers are consistently superb!”

“The food is amazing, the service is quick and the quality is always good.”

“Our waiter recommended Chettinadu Mix Veg for me (I’m vegan), and I loved the dish.”

“Consistently delicious food, great service, and Mr Sham is always a pleasure.”

“All entrees were under salted and needed acid. The naan was 100% raw. I had to cook it in the toaster oven.”

“Some of the best sushi rolls in town! We had 4 of the specialty rolls appetizers and drinks for a good prize.”

“Very tasty Sushi ( probably the best I had here in LA), and absolutely great prices for what you get here !”

“Best sushi in LA hands down. There is no better spot for delicious, creative rolls that are totally worth the price.”

“Our server Rosalyn was AMAZING! She answered all our questions, worked so hard, and was extremely friendly.”

“The food here is delicious, every time! The wait staff are super friendly and attentive.”

“Best value in the neighborhood. Can't go wrong with the pad thai here.”

“Aside from the main dish, the meal comes with a choice of corn soup/miso soup as well as a salad.”

“Easy to forget this is on the 2nd floor of the minimall on Sawtelle, but spacious with good food.”

“Always felt like a solid choice after a busy day with friends by ordering some omelette rice, some karaage, and a pitcher of Asahi to split.”

“Octavio was such an incredible server. He was very attentive to our table and brought the amazing food out quickly.”

“Pam was an amazing server and took my nut allergy very seriously which I appreciate 😀 highly recommend Mongolian Steak and King Pow Chicken!”

“The food was delicious, especially loved the szechuan dumplings & general tso’s chicken.”

“Shoutout to Myrrh for welcoming us so warmly with samples and lots of info! She was so kind and provided amazing service!”

“The delicious juice made me able to maintain my fast for the first time ever.”

“The staff who helped me out in front was so amazing and kind and even let me try some new flavors.”

“The fish was incredibly fresh, the kind of quality that stands out right away, and the rice was perfect - light, …”

“For such delicious quality you can’t beat their very reasonable prices on the west side either!”

“Been coming here for over the years, and Masa-san continues to helm the single most underrated sushi bar in Southern California.”

“Quiet place to eat a peaceful meal”

“The place is super clean”

“Everything is fresh and tasty”

“Honestly the chicken teriyaki might be the best takeout lunch in LA. It's huge and reasonably priced.”

“Friendly service. They use beef tallow for their fries. 👍One of the best in West LA.”

“Best place on this block 405 & Santa Monica Blvd. Great place for a late lunch.”

“I got the special SNX biryani which had shrimp, lamb, and beef and was fantastic especially for $18.95 with 4 pieces of naan included”

“We have been craving an Indian restaurant on the west side since Nabwa closed and this place does not disappoint”

“I rarely write reviews but your food is too incredible to keep for myself.”

“The Caprese pizza with fresh tomatoes was incredible! Margarita pizzas are finished off with fresh parmesan cheese and fresh basil.”

“Some of the best pizza I've ever had. Plus the ingredients are so clean you don't feel lethargic and full even if you've eaten a lot.”

“Best pizza in LA, bit pricey not going to lie but amazing taste and crunch feels like im in NY.”

“This is our go-to Thai spot in West LA, we live in Encino so it's worth the drive for our family.”

“The crab fried rice last night was 10/10 delicious and the best I can recall ever having in my life - great portion sizes and very fresh tasting.”

“Small cozy restaurant in Santa Monica, delicious Thai food and professional friendly service.”

“The lady at the counter was so sweet and reminded me of my mom, and the tonkatsu was delicious and crispy!”

“This place is favorite of gems! over the years of operation, great prices, fresh food, quality service, amazing portions. I would suggest this place to anyone.”

“Authentic Japanese food and the price is also unbeatable. I love the homey vibes too”

“Everyone is Always so nice and makes it a pleasant dining experience!!!”

“The food may take a hot minute but it tastes amazing”

“I've been going here for 35 years and have never had a bad experience!”

“This place is the bomb. Com! From the cute seating areas, to the fast friendly service, huge portions, reasonable prices and most importantly DELICIOUS food!”

“This is one of the best places in West LA to grab a breakfast burrito.”

“Called in an order and delicious burrito was ready when I got there”

“I also tried the Crabby Scramble and House Congee - both were so delicious!”

“Their Tom Yum Udon is absolutely amazing, full of flavor and super tasty.”

“I had a nice chat with the owner, and she mentioned they’ll be launching a new …”

“The wagyu bibimbap was out of this world - rich, tender, perfectly seasoned - genuinely one of the best versions I’ve ever had.”

“We had a 6pm resy and didn’t finish until 8:30. Seemed like a long delay between each course (more so than just a usual coursing).”

“The beef short ribs were ordered but they were inconsistent, again. One was cooked right. My pieces were tough to bite into but had a good and flavorful center.”

“The men that work here are top tier. The food is always fresh and amazing and the service is nice!”

“Even better, the staff was very friendly and welcoming. Can't wait to see them again!”

“Meat fall off the bone. Season and cooked to PERFECTION!!”

“This might be my new favorite pizza spot in the neighborhood! Service was great & I’m excited to go back and try more flavors.”

“We picked up 2 xl pizzas took about 15-20min ,pizza was good.”

“The pizzas are delicious and they serve you with care.”

“Walked in after coffee to this newly opened ramen shop (surprise!) but the Yuzu broth ramen was delicious and perfectly balanced!”

“Food was really nice. Loved the roast beef slices, and the yuzu ramen. Service from our servers Nathan and Dania was great as well, very friendly and attentive. …”

“Stella was AMAZING! excellent service and the food was perfect for the weather.”

“Hidden at a corner along Sawtelle and Barrington in West Los Angeles is this restaurant that is a must for Pho and other delicious Vietnamese foods.”

“Our two girls loved the pho for their first time as we shared with them.”

“Awesome place to get to Pho on the Westside! A1 staff, Kid friendly, and the Chicken Egg Rolls are marvelous”

“I highly recommend the wagyu sandwich”

“I have not ordered a single thing not absolutely delicious”

“Music a super loud, walls may be concrete”

“Low light , Clean , Great crowd, bit better than regular “bar food” , really enjoyed the pool tables and the specialty cocktails were 🔥forsure will be coming back, …”

“I thoroughly enjoyed getting my ass kicked at pool while I enjoyed the laid back atmosphere.”

“There were many local ornaments that is Santa Monica specific”

“Favorite spot in the west / pico area for non pretentious Japanese food.”

“It takes 75min waiting time for the soba to be served and the waitress was brutal when we checking when the orders would be ready.”

“This restaurant completely changed my impression on Japanese cuisine and people.They served left-over soba which has been kept in fridge for a while and the noodles was very dry.”

“Nice location in Brentwood, owner put lots of effort”

“I had salmon didn't taste fresh”

“Feel like you're going to your friends/family restaurant”

“The staff was so kind as to accommodate my substitution for my sandwich. Sandwich was delicious - chicken was juicy, bread toasty and crunchy, and overall flavorful.”

“I got a small pizza, which was alright. The veggies seemed old and watery, and yet it took 40 mins to get a small pizza.”

“I don't eat meat, but they also serve a mean portabella mushroom sandwich with pretty 👍 french fries🍟.”

“Server Levi Belson was awesome. Super friendly and very attentive. She was fantastic and so was the food.”

“Stephanie went above and beyond on my most recent visit today with amazing service and demeanor to match a great meal.”

“As vegans with various food restrictions, we were thrilled with the phenomenal menu options tailored to our needs.”

“Amazing BBQ chicken ramen so unique!! Highly recommend doing the combo with the sweet and sour fried chicken bowl!!!”

“The chicken was deliciously charred (we sat at the bar area so we could see all the meat being prepared over the grill).”

“Keep in mind the place is small, best suited for small groups or solo diners.”

“This is the best Shawarma I have ever had, without a doubt. Not too heavy, extremely tasty and packed with flavor.”

“The staff were friendly and welcoming, and even though it was a casual counter-service setup, the food and experience felt elevated.”

“10/10 shawarma and 100/10 owners, they’re amazing people with the best service and food around.”

“The first time I had the best kabob of my life. Most recently, it was very good.”

“The atmosphere is more quiet than other Iranian restaurants so talking is easier with the elderly or hard of hearing.”

“The rice was extremely greasy, and the portions were half of what you get at most Iranian restaurants.”

“My favorite restaurant in LA. Family owned, excellent food, great low key atmosphere.”

“This old style joint has a feel of traditional Japanese restaurant in Japan”

“The parking in the back, took 60 mins to get my car out.”

“The customer service was fantastic and they even offered us soup while we waited for our food to be ready.”

“Hands down the best döner I’ve tried in the Western Hemisphere.”

“The meat was absolutely perfect. Very thin slices with great seasoning.”

“The falafel was the best I've ever tasted, and I don't say that lightly.”

“The service has gone down the drain since the old man has left. Don't even bother anymore.”

“Bad service. Bad food. Took forever, which was confusing because the food wasn't even prepared well.”