After reading the glowing review from Jonathan Gold, we know that Tsujita LA is a must-try. Tsujita is a chain from Japan and its first LA outpost is in Sawtelle. At night it’s a chichi Izakaya serving fine Japanese dishes, by day it specializes in Hakata Nagahama Tonkotsu Ramen, ramen with pork broth simmered for […]
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March 31, 2009
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Kiriko Sushi (Sawtelle)
By Freda in 12: Sawtelle, Favorite Food EntriesI finally recover from a severe and never-ending flu, and it’s time to write up some old entries. I’m treated to a friend’s favorite sushi joint, Kiriko on Sawtelle. It stills boggles my mind why I’ve never been here even though I often dine among the stripe. We sat at the bar and were served […]
January 15, 2009
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Place Yuu (Sawtelle)
By Freda in 12: SawtelleYuu was a sushi bar/Izakaya place at the corner of the Sawtelle mall I frequent, yet I tend to walk pass it for some reason. I was told that it was recently renovated. Now it’s more slick and less of a salaryman vibe kind of place. Very good Beef Tongue stew. Aji Sashimi. Wow this […]
November 20, 2008
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Restaurant 2117 (Sawtelle)
By Freda in 12: SawtelleFor some reason, I rarely go to this Japanese French/Italian restaurant at on Sawtelle. The impression this time is quite different from my last visit years ago. Two appertizers: Crispy Wonton Spicy Tuna Tartare. avocado, ginger chips (the ginger is a nice touch) and Japanese Hamachi Sashimi, Cilantro Sauce, Crispy Yam, Sesame Oil Organic Tomori […]
August 13, 2007
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Bar Hayama (Sawtelle)
By Joan in 12: SawtelleBar Hayama is a new Japanese restaurant and sake bar on Sawtelle located at the old location of Sasabune. The “bar” of Bar Hayama refers to their extensive sake bar and the sushi bar. Though their menu also offers traditional Japanese dishes (some are french-inspired?) and even microbiotic ones. There’s a courtyard with a hypnotic […]
