$$$$ • Creative japanese • Santa Mónica
Designed around the Japanese principles of seasonality, craftsmanship, and hospitality, Kogen offers adeeply personal dining experience where each evening unfolds as a carefully choreographedprogression of courses, complemented by thoughtfully curated sake, wine, & beverage pairings.The restaurant's name, Kogen, translates to "highlands" or "high plateau," a concept that serves as thefoundation of its identity. Inspired by the dramatic landscapes of Japan's mountain regions and situatedjust steps from the Pacific Ocean, Kogen embodies a philosophy the team describes as "High AltitudeInspired, Seaside Delivered."Integral to the experience is a beverage program that mirrors Chef Yasu Iwai's hyper seasonal approach, featuring thoughtfully selected sake, wine, vermouths, & non-alcoholic offerings. Many selections are sourcedfrom high-elevation producers, alpine botanicals, & paired to complement an evolving menu, creating a cohesive dialogue between food, beverage, & season.
