Saturday, August 14, 2021

Hayato@Little Tokyo ★★

Michelin Star Restaurant Hayato. Exquisite Kaiseki Cuisine carefully handcrafted. Various traditional cooking techniques used for the courses. It was 1 Michelin star when I went on 8/14, 2021, and they got the 2nd Michelin star a month after. Love the Karasumi Mullet Roe paired perfectly with sake. Impossible to book. 7 seats & 1 seating per night. Reservation was made on Tock at release time. Limited 2 people per party. After the meal, I asked how I could book again, they said, "Good luck". Service can be friendlier. $260 per person (2021 pricing; 2023 pricing is $350) plus 18% gratuity. Parking at the Row DTLA structure or street.

Sakizuke (Cold Appetizer) Charred Eggplant Soaked in Kombu Ginger Junsui topped w/ Torigai

Kakiyaki Tempura Brentwood Corn over Hokkaido Scallop

Sakizuke: Kinmedai


Shimeharitsuru "Jun" Junmai Ginjo $72


Shinogi - Anago Oshizushi with Salt & Wasabi

Suimono Owan Dungeness Crab Ball w/ Kani Miso & Japanese Baby Turnip

Straw Smoked Bonito with Myoga Ginger

Steamed Awabi (Abalone)



Seared & Fried Amadai from Kyoto w/ Scales in Dashi w/ Ginger & Tokyo Negi

Preserved Bafun Uni Simmered w/ Sake & Soy

Shabu Shabu Wagyu Beef

Karasumi (Mullet Roe)


Pickled Daikon & Vegetables

Miso Cod Marinated Kamameshi

Miso Cod Marinated Kamameshi

Tanaka Harry Strawberries w/ Kinako Infused Whipped Cream

Tanaka Harry Strawberries & White Apricot


Matcha

Hayato
1320 E 7th St Ste 126
Los Angeles, CA 90021
(213) 395-0607
hayatorestaurant.com

Thursday, July 1, 2021

n/naka@Palms Los Angeles ★★★

Two Michelin Stars modern kaiskei restaurant. Amazing. The menu Niki created is like a philosophy journey. It's a gradual step-by-step progress. Everything is balanced and well-connected with perfect portion and variety. Chef Niki greets the guests at the end of the meal. Course $285 per person. Amazing wine pairing for $175. Limited free street parking or valet.



















































n/naka
3455 S Overland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 836-6252
n-naka.com