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TENSHO
$$$$•Shabu-shabu•4.7(102)Even if seats are full, we may still have availability. Also, special requests or inquiries would be welcome. Please do not hesitate to reach us by phone (213-617-1016).
5.3.2022 Tue
NEW OPEN in Little Tokyo
[TENSHO]
Right in the heart of Little Tokyo, “Kagaya” has established itself a top tier shabu shabu restaurant. Now, the torches have been handed to a new head chef and owner, the next generation to carry the torches of tradition and exquisite flavor, with the new name of TENSHO.
Trained in traditional Japanese cookery, this 23 year veteran chef is on his way to introducing a new wave of Japanese delicacies to the States. As close as you can get to Japan itself, this chef brings his revisioned menu, with patron favorites, and extensive sake list. The desert and a la carte menu is designed by their French trained chef.
The wagyu beef is of A5 rank. The seafood, carefully selected to be of highest quality. Food that is not only delicious but also good for the health.Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA
$$$$•Japanese•4.7(185)Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.
Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!
Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
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- NNatalieLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoI really appreciate that as someone who is Unable to eat meat you graciously accommodated to assist me, you all are the best.More infoSQUARE ENIX Cafe & Shop Los Angeles$$$$• Japanese Speciality• Little Tokyo•3.8
- SSusanSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoEasily one of the best restaurants in the city. Beautiful setting, great cocktails (and mocktails), and the food is next level. The service is excellent. Generous servings, and yet we didn't leave "Thanksgiving full" even though we scraped our plates. Fresh, inventive cuisine. Again, one of the best restaurants in the city.More infoRedbird - Los Angeles$$$$• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.7
- JJasonLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined on Jul 4, 2026I’ve gone to this location over 20 times and absolutely love it!More infoSushi Enya - Little Tokyo$$$$• Sushi• Downtown•4.9
- OTOpenTable DinerLondon •1 review5.0Dined on Jul 1, 2026I loved my experience with Eigikutei. The atmosphere is nice and the food is great. You can really tell the experience from the sushi chef. He said he worked for 40+ years as a sushi chef. Great experience! I would like to come back and try the shabu shabu experience.More infoEigikutei Omakase Sushi & Shabu-Shabu Kaiseki$$$$• Japanese• Little Tokyo•4.9
- SSandraGoldLos Angeles •11 reviews5.0Dined on May 20, 2026We all got the birthday tea. It included a lot of food. Iced tea, 3 chocolates, salad, 6 half sandwiches, a scone with clotted cream & jam, a macaron, a madeleine, another cookie, and a pot of tea. They gave me a Chado mug at the end. Our server Blanca was great. I hope to return again soon.More infoChado Tea Room - Downtown$$$$• Afternoon Tea• Downtown•4.4
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