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Best Restaurants in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles

Looking for the best restaurants in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles? FoodIndex ranks 25 restaurants here by FoodIndex Score, built from Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats signals, not ads. Current leaders include Rice & Nori, Marugame Monzo, and Fugetsu-Do Bakery. Use the list below for an at-a-glance shortlist, then open a profile for menu, hours, and reviews. You can also jump into local food rankings for Burgers, Coffee, and Sushi and other categories.

Top Restaurants in Little Tokyo

Up to 25 venues across all foods, ranked by FoodIndex Score.

  1. #1

    Rice & Nori

    Hand Rolls

    Minimalist spot for premium hand rolls and fresh onigiri.

    123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.8

    FoodIndex Score 87.78
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  2. #2

    Marugame Monzo

    Udon Masters

    Handmade udon noodles crafted right before your eyes.

    329 1st St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.8

    FoodIndex Score 86.73
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  3. #3

    Fugetsu-Do Bakery

    Historic Mochi

    A 120-year-old Little Tokyo institution famous for its colorful, handmade mochi.

    315 1st St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.7 Yelp: 4.6 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 83.70
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  4. #4

    Sushi Gen

    Sashimi Plates

    A Little Tokyo legend famous for its incredible, generously portioned sashimi lunch specials.

    422 E 2nd St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.3 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 81.13
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  5. #5

    Kinjiro

    Premium Izakaya

    An upscale, modern izakaya serving exquisite, high-quality Japanese pub fare.

    424 E 2nd St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.7 Yelp: 4.7 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 80.68
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  6. #6

    BunGraze

    Flatbread Buns

    Unique burgers served on freshly baked flatbreads instead of traditional buns.

    130 S Central Ave · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.7 Yelp: 4.7 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 79.85
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  7. #7

    Tenno Sushi

    DTLA Sushi

    A vibrant spot offering a massive menu of sushi and Japanese comfort food.

    207 S Central Ave · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.4 Yelp: 4.0 Uber Eats: 4.8

    FoodIndex Score 79.78
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  8. #8

    Daikokuya Little Tokyo

    Classic Ramen

    The legendary Little Tokyo institution famous for its rich, pork-based ramen.

    327 1st St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.4 Yelp: 4.1 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 79.21
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  9. #9

    Tacos La 26

    Late Night

    The legendary Ave 26 taco stand experience brought to Little Tokyo.

    353 S Alameda St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.3 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 78.97
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  10. #10

    ONETHING COFFEE

    Precision Brews

    A sleek Little Tokyo spot focusing singularly on the perfect cup of coffee.

    420 E 3rd St #107 · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.8 Yelp: 4.8 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 78.16
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  11. #11

    Sushi Takeda

    Master Omakase

    A phenomenal, intimate Edomae-style omakase experience tucked away in Little Tokyo.

    123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka St ste 307 · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.7 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 78.05
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  12. #12

    Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe

    Japanese Breads

    A delightful Little Tokyo spot specializing in additive-free, incredibly soft Japanese breads.

    328 1st St First Floor · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.5 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 77.59
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  13. #13

    Sushi Enya Little Tokyo

    Creative Rolls

    The original location of the beloved spot famous for its artistic, heavily flavored rolls.

    343 1st St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.3 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 77.53
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  14. #14

    OOTORO

    Fine Sashimi

    An upscale destination focusing on premium, melt-in-your-mouth fatty tuna (o-toro).

    232 E 2nd St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.7 Yelp: 4.5 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 77.06
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  15. #15

    Cafe Dulce

    Sweet Pastries

    The beloved Little Tokyo destination for unique donuts and specialty lattes.

    134 Japanese Village Plaza Mall · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.2 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 76.47
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  16. #16

    Cafe Dulce

    Sweet Pastries

    The beloved Little Tokyo destination for unique donuts and specialty lattes.

    134 Japanese Village Plaza Mall · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.2 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 76.47
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  17. #17

    Bar Sawa

    Intimate Omakase

    A hidden, ultra-intimate omakase and cocktail bar tucked away in Little Tokyo.

    111 S San Pedro St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.7 Yelp: 4.6 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 75.67
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  18. #18

    Kura Revolving Sushi Bar

    Conveyor Sushi

    A fun, interactive conveyor belt sushi restaurant where you pay by the plate.

    333 E 2nd St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 3.9 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 75.54
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  19. #19

    Eigikutei

    Authentic Japanese

    A historic, beloved Little Tokyo establishment serving traditional Japanese fare.

    314 E 1st St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.6 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 75.45
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  20. #20

    Kouraku Japanese

    Late Night

    The first ramen shop in the US, still serving incredible late-night Japanese comfort food.

    314 E 2nd St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 3.9 Uber Eats: 4.9

    FoodIndex Score 74.55
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  21. #21

    The Latte Shop

    Latte Art

    A small, focused coffee bar known for incredibly smooth, perfectly poured lattes.

    228 1st St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.2 Uber Eats: 4.6

    FoodIndex Score 74.46
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  22. #22

    Hama Sushi

    Classic Sushi

    A no-nonsense, traditional Little Tokyo institution famous for strictly serving sushi (no rolls).

    347 E 2nd St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.1 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 74.10
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  23. #23

    Doña Estela

    Homestyle

    A cozy Little Tokyo-adjacent spot serving warm, homestyle Mexican plates.

    216 S Alameda St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.5 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 73.60
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  24. #24

    Yamazaki Bakery

    Japanese Bakes

    A bustling Little Tokyo staple famous for its soft, sweet, and savory Asian breads.

    123 Japanese Village Plaza Mall #3908 · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.0 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 71.87
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  25. #25

    Señor Fish

    Mexican Seafood

    A colorful local chain serving generous portions of classic Baja-style seafood.

    155 Main St · Little Tokyo

    Google: 4.2 Yelp: 3.6 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 62.38
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FAQs

What are the best restaurants in Little Tokyo?
FoodIndex ranks restaurants in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles by FoodIndex Score. Top names on this page include Rice & Nori, Marugame Monzo, and Fugetsu-Do Bakery.
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