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Where to eat Japanese food in Gardena: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover Restaurants offering the best Japanese food in Gardena, California, United States. Gardena is a city located in the South Bay (southwestern) region of Los Angeles County, California, United States. The population was 58,829 at the 2010 census, up from 57,746 at the 2000 census. Until 2014, the US census cited the City of Gardena as the place with the highest percentage of Japanese Americans in California. Gardena has a large Japanese population helping make the South Bay region of Los Angeles home to the largest concentration of Japanese companies within the mainland United States.
Things to do in Gardena
10. Yakitori Shinsengumi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Bryan F
Whenever I am in Torrance, I stop at Shin Sen Gumi for Yakitori. It is loud, energetic and crowded, very casual and fun. The Yakitori is delicous and reminds you of Japan. Prices are reasonable, not cheap, but good value for the dollar. I keep coming back.
9. Spoon House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By bbd21
I would definitely recommend this place. I always get their Uni pasta with seaweed. It is so good. I have also tried their others pasta and also good. Try not to go during lunch as it is really packed.
8. Kula Revolving Sushi Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By BobandJosie
We went here with Family, our first Sushi Experience. Just loved the concept of food passing by on a conveyor belt. Alternatively, you can order from the electronic menu dishes you really want to try and hey-presto it comes direct to you via another conveyor belt.
7. Sakae Sushi
Overall Ratings
5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By CharnP_13
How do I justify my claim?Sakai Sushi in Gardena had been in business for over 50 years and they always prepared the sushi in the same manner passed on from generation to the next. Starting with the selection of best Japanese rice and cooking it the old fashion way. The other ingredients were methodically prepared and rolled together to enhance the best taste. From starting to the finish, the steps and method to assure the best sushi were always in mind. No wonder the customers love sushi from Sakai Sushi.How did Sakai Sushi manage the holiday demand?On the holiday season specially on New Year, the take-out from Sakai Sushi had to be reserved in advance. For this New Year, they open for booking on December 2 and the production of the day were full reserved within 2 hours. This show the demand of the loyal customers that the restaurant had for the past 50+ years.Every time we passed Gardena, the take-out from Sakai Sushi is a must for us. This is an open secret and hope you can try the best sushi in the world in this very simple place.
6. SANUKI NO SATO
Overall Ratings
4 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By DT808
The wait staff are all bilingual and many of the patrons were speaking Japanese. Very authentic Japanese comfort food. Can order small dishes and share family style, or can order the udon or soba. I opted for the soba and it was very good. Offered cold or hot. Nice Japanese beer too.
5. Otafuku
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Fatbird1
We wanted to try something different than the regular menu at an "American" Japanese restaurant. This restaurant is a "Japanese" Japanese restaurnt. By that, I mean that there are dishes on this menu that are much more authentic to the actual country, and items that you won't find on a more Americanized place. Let me warn you, although the food is outstandingly good, and there is very little to enjoy by way of atmosphere, this place is very expensive. I had "black cod" and got about a dozen bites for $12.00! Each and every dish is ala carte, so along with my fish I had to order separately for rice, tempura, whatever. While there, I was the only non-Asian person in the restaurant, so it is certain that the "regulars" know of this place. A small place, but very interesting.
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4. Azuma
Overall Ratings
4 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By HBwino
So I waited for that "rainy day" to try a new place. A co-worker of mine has told me of this place for years. Today was the day.I smelled this place 4 blocks away. Beautiful aroma's of grilled Meat. A Fire Station Crew was having lunch there too. Don't let the outside looks fool you! My Beef Teriyaki/Tempura combo was da bomb! came with a light tasty salad, delicious miso, steam rice, mac salad and green tea. My friend had the same. The Beef was tender and easy to chew with flavors to die for. OMG, check it out!, go out of your way, but go there! They're closed in the afternoon, so keep track of hours.
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3. Sen Nari Sushi
Overall Ratings
5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Maddiesmelody
Authentic Japanese food, feel and greetings! You can get private screened rooms to dine, sans shoes! and you will feel transported to Japan!. They give you warm towels to wipe your hands in those rooms too! Easy to spend $100 on a dinner for two because you want to try everything. Fresh and good!
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2. Hakata Ramen Shinsengumi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By MeisterTibbs
I lived in Japan for two years and became obsessed with ramen and gyoza.That being said, I love this restaurant and love this location. The ramen is, as mentioned in the title, the best I've had in LA. The tonkotsu broth and the noodles made exclusively for Shin-Sen-Gumi taste terrific!I haven't tried everything in LA, but have gone out of my way to eat at some of the higher rated places. The service is good. Everyone is really attentive.Their non-ramen items are delicious, as well! The yakisoba (yakiramen) tastes almost exactly like what I ate in Japan. The gyoza is pan-fried, which is the only way to do it, and usually tastes perfect. I'm not sure if they make it in-house or not, but, due to the change in taste, I assume so.MOST IMPORTANTLY...............KAEDAMA!!!
1. Maruhide Uni Club
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By cocobeans88
A lot of selections but all about Uni!!! Very fresh and beautiful decorations of the dishes. The volume of Uni sashimi is very big for 2 people and you might get bored just eating it. I recommend to go there with 4 or more people and order all different kinds to have fun! It is a dream place for Uni lovers!!!
