Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 1203 reviews

What User doesn't like about Takuma:
It seems we visited at an unfortunate time. Our meal was messy; the California hand roll contained mostly crab meat with no sweetness, and the soup consisted solely of noodles and broth. The jellyfish was intriguing, but it appeared to be old. I would recommend choosing a different restaurant. The service, while slow, was very friendly! View all feedback. What User likes about Takuma:
This is a truly authentic Japanese izakaya offering traditional cuisine. The owner is very friendly, and the staff is equally welcoming. The food is delicious, and there's an excellent selection of beer and other beverages. The menu does change periodically, but some items remain constant. The overall atmosphere is great! View all feedback.

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Menulist
3.8 ★ from 5 reviews

good eating, but service was super slow, even if the place had only a few tables with people

Great service and fish is so fresh. Their menu is huge. Even you don't eat sushi you Van find something in the menu you'd like. I strongly recommend this restau...

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While not having the usual nigiri or specialty rolls, EVERYTHING they do make is excellent. Small space, with simple and elegant atmosphere. A lovely Japanese r...

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Pleasant decor, very reasonable price given the area, and excellent daily specials. The scallop risotto, whole chicken, and okura yamakake soba all compose happ...

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This review is for the soupy, tasteless Hawaiian teriyaki chicken with a mauve hue and the woman working the front counter who couldn't have been more miserable...

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INT Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 537 reviews
Michelle
07.08.2023 - 07:03

This place is my favorite Japanese restaurant- the food, service, vibe is completely original. It is like going into a neighborhood cheers- intimate friendly. I...

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Liz
07.08.2023 - 07:03

Best Izakaya #JapaneseTapas the blow-torched mackerel, Kakuni, zarusoba! Thnx Takuma Sukiyaki for the great food!!

johnny
07.08.2023 - 07:03

Best Japanese in LA! The tonkatsu is a must try. Every dish is a must try!

Niki
07.08.2023 - 07:03

Everything we ordered tonight was delicious and so original! And our bill was so inexpensive, we'll definitely be back again soon...and great service!

Sheila
07.08.2023 - 07:03

Fabulous! One of our favorite authentic local Japanese restaurants. Very unique!

Sirved
4.5 ★ from 428 reviews

A real legit Japanese Izakaya with domestic food. The owner is very friendly and so is the staff. The food is delicious, and there is an excellent selection of...

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Amazing staff. Tasty sushi. Great service! Highly recommend the salmon hand roll and salmon sashimi. Those were our favorite items! Gyoza was solid. Eggplant di...

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I really enjoyed my meal here! I loved the seared mackerel. The chicken was just ok though in my opinion. There was no sauce on the side and it was a little lac...

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Very nice treat, healthy nutritious foods. I like the taste of the dishes. Various selection and nice customer service. The portions compare to their prices are...

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Looks like we came here at a bad time. Our food was dirty the Californian hand roll had only crab meat (no vegetables) and the soup was only noodles and broth....

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Google
4.6 ★ from 241 reviews
Joan
06.03.2024 - 12:32

Wow! We had no idea what to expect, but we were truly impressed by the amazing flavors of the torched mackerel, eggplant, and gobo appetizers. I highly recommen...

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Rachael
06.03.2024 - 12:32

My first bento box delivery was fantastic. I tried the sweet potato croquette bento, which was packed with delicious vegetables and sides—healthy and so satisfy...

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Liang
06.03.2024 - 12:32

Gohan is my favorite restaurant. The toban sukiyaki is a bit pricey considering the portion size.

Angelica
06.03.2024 - 12:32

We ordered via Postmates; the food came in cute boxes and was delivered in about an hour. Spicy Tuna Dip $13.95): They give 3 white rice cracker squares which w...

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Michael
06.03.2024 - 12:32

New remodeled, calming atmosphere, fresh and tasty food, cozy place, fast service, kind staff, and variety of Japanese cuisine. You can almost all famous Japane...

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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 25 reviews
Restaurantji
4.4 ★ from 238 reviews

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