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- SSofiaMilan •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agogood place to have a nice dinner with fabulous cocktails in venice areaMore infoBelles Beach HousePrice: Moderate• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Venice•4.6
- AAnnVIPChicago / Illinois •34 reviews4.0Dined on Jun 30, 2025Staff really nice. Chef amazing. Really enjoyable eveningMore infoBenihana - Santa Monica, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Santa Monica•4.3
- SShawnaLas Vegas •8 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 29, 2025Found restaurant through Open Table app. Amazing experience. Friendly staff. Delicious food. Great ambiance. From start to finish this place excelled. Would definitely come back!More infoSushi Roku - Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Santa Monica•4.9
- GGinaSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews4.0Dined on Jun 28, 2025We were greeted by a very lovely hostess. She knew we were there to celebrate my daughter's birthday (I'm visiting her from out of town), and she said she had a great table for us (which it was). Our waiter was the opposite. He did give great suggestions of things to order (not from his own inquiry of questions we had about the menu, but our questions because we had never been there before). He walked passed our table many times, not stopping to check in or fill our glasses from the bottle of wine we ordered. He didn't bring one dish we ordered, and had to remind him to remove it from our bill. He never asked if there was anything else we wanted (dessert for the birthday). We saw him being attentive to other customers, and he actually came over to spend time telling us about taking time to talk to another customer's daughter on the phone to take her "to go" order. Why is that important to us when we're there to celebrate my daughter's birthday. Bottom line, the food was delicious and the hostess was very sweet. If we go again, maybe we'll get a waiter interested in our experience.More infoWabi on RosePrice: Expensive• Sushi• Venice•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined on Mar 11, 2025Lunch special quality was wonderfully! Everything was delicious and fresh sushiMore infoKappo Miyabi Santa MonicaPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Santa Monica•4
Discover best Japanese restaurants in Santa Monica
Explore the vibrant Japanese dining scene in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, where authenticity and culinary innovation meet. From the intimate settings of traditional Izakayas to the interactive experiences of cooking your meal right at your table, Santa Monica offers a diverse range of Japanese restaurants that cater to all tastes. Whether you're in the mood for expertly grilled BBQ, freshly prepared sushi, or comforting ramen, each restaurant in this locale promises a unique and satisfying dining experience. Patrons consistently praise the high-quality ingredients, authentic flavors, and exceptional service found at these establishments. Additionally, the warm and inviting atmospheres make each dining experience truly memorable. Immerse yourself in Santa Monica's Japanese culinary offerings for a taste of Tokyo right in the heart of the Westside. Whether you are a local or a visitor, these Japanese restaurants are sure to enrich your culinary journey with their distinct and delightful dishes.