Takao

I went to Takao every time I visited Los Angeles. Place is busy, however, service is still good. Omakase have 3 prices, $100, $150 or $200. I picked $150 version. Is a lot of food, loved sitting at the sushi bar.

Stop by for quick bite, it was quite busy when we got there but was able to get a table inside by the sushi bar. Everyone is super nice and helpful. We ordered Uni, Jumbo Scallop and couple other items which were all amazing! The Toro sashimi was delicious 😋 and it paired perfectly with the sake. Enjoyed the food and personally I think this place is better than other big name sushi restaurant near by.

Great setting on the sidewalk. Went here for date night a second time. Love that it's nearby and that we can walk there and back.

The service is excellent. Standout dishes include spicy eggplant, oysters, spicy tuna crispy rice with caviar, sliced wagyu, freshwater eel hand rolls, and the 10 assorted selection cut rolls.

We had a couple bottles of the black dragon junmai sake at just under $80 each. We splurged, and our bill came out to $330 plus tip. And it was well worth it after a long week.

I found out about the place because of Netflix documentary Chef's Table and since then always wanted to go and meet Chef Takao and taste his food. I finally got to go and ordered the Omakase menu. It was a whole new and different experience and I got to taste really different Japanese dishes from what I'm used to in my country and my trips abroad. It was quite an interesting experience overall and I even got to take a picture with Takao! He's a very nice and humble person. Service is very good, starting from the moment you book your reservation. The restaurant has kind of a family vibe and they make you feel very welcomed. That's probably why a lot of locals visit the place and are regular customers. I stayed for a while talking to one of those customers and got the chance to speak a little bit with Takao and his crew. It's definitely a place you want to visit if you have the chance. Enjoy!

I drop $480 for 2 people and I don’t regret it. The wagyu is so good!!!

Sushi was fresh and everything tasted fantastic. Highly recommend if you’re looking for an authentic experience

Amazing assorted sashimi especially the blue fin tuna for $28 only. Pleasant service. Sometimes they have Saba (mackerel).

Fresh fish, perfect rice, and the friendliest service! I will come whenever in town. If you like authentic sushi, look no further.

My favorite Japanese restaurant in town. The skill and experience the owner and other chefs have are experienced in every bite.

Good food Amazing service
The servers are very nice and really care about customers. Will be definitely back.
The price was high for the ambiance but the food was really good so we didn't mind it.

The waitstaff is extremely kind and attentive, and the food is excellent for the price. I know that they have a devoted customer base, and after having eaten here a few times at this point, I can say that it’s well-deserved. Bravo.

Second time here and brought my husband. Great staff, clean and great fish. Will be my go to

Had a wonderful experience here. Ordered a few appetizers and a variety of sushi dishes and everything was delicious. Definitely more on the traditional side, they dont have fancy sushi rolls, mainly hand and cut rolls. Highly recommend.

This place is the real deal! A testament to the quality and flavors of a true Japanese cuisine.

Everything i had was exceptional, miso broth rich and fully developed. Black cod delicate and perfectly cooked. Amazing sushi!

Best Japanese food in LA. The owners are amazingly nice, and the wait staff knows just how to make the food taste the absolute best. This is a must if you're looking for the best Japanese food you can find.

The food is amazing and is the best family run sushi restaurant in LA you must try it. The food is high quality and the staff is great!

Great quality at a reasonable price. Great customer service as well.

Authentic and fresh sushi at a great price point. 100% recommend.

Excellent fresh sushi. Solid Japanese food and sushi options. Definitely worth a visit.