Sushi Sonagi@Gardena ★★★

Omakase Made with Love. Features premium fresh fish from Japan with influence of Japan, Korea, and California. Thoughtful and well-balanced meal featuring dry-aged fish. The Dolsot Kegani (Crispy Stone Pot Rice w/ Hokkaido Hairy Crab) was fantastic. Chef Daniel Son (Katsu Sando) is very humble & down-to-earth. His friendly personality and small talks always make the meal extra enjoyable.  Lovely teamwork with his wife Janet. Brought a bottle of Juyondai to enjoy the amazing chef's wonderful meal. Ordered a bottle of Kuheiji Eau du Désir from my favorite Banjo Shuzo. $200 per person. Perfect portions. 8 seats per seating with 2 seating available. Only opens 3 times a week. Reservations via Tock and is always sold out. Green tea is complimentary. Corkage $45 for 720mL bottle. Right next to Torimatsu. Free parking in strip mall.

Akagai

Chawanmushi with Uni & Korean Seaweed

Foie Gras Tart with Caviar & Shiso Flower

Juyondai for Corkage

Shima Aji

Katsuo

Toro Sawara (Best Part)

Kuheiji Eau du Désir $97

Sea Trout w/ Toasted Sesame Seeds from Kyoto

Kohada (Gizzard Shad)

Carabinero Shrimp from Spain

Bafun Uni from Hokkaido

Anago

Dolsot Kegani (Crispy Stone Pot Rice w/ Hokkaido Hairy Crab)

Matsutake Suimono with Cabbage "Dumpling" & Shingiku

Dolsot Kegani (Crispy Stone Pot Rice w/ Hokkaido Hairy Crab)

Binchotan for Tamago

Kuheiji Eau du Désir

Miso Butter Atsuyaki Tamago (Egg)

Yuzu Ice

Dry Age Fish Fridge

Sachiko-san from Tippsy Sake, Devin (Sake Sommelier from n/naka), Chef Daniel Son

Sushi Sonagi
1425 Artesia Blvd
Gardena, CA 90248
https://www.exploretock.com/sushi-sonagi-gardena

Tam O'Shanter@Los Angeles ★★★

Scottish Steakhouse where Walt Disney used to Dine. Sister restaurant with Lawry's. Tam O’Shanter Cut Prime Rib was amazing. Walt’s favorite table was not available. It was occupied by another Japanese group. We had the pleasure to be seated at Walt’s & Lillian’s 2nd favorite table for more privacy. Had Walt’s favorite drink Scottish Mist. Valet parking $8.50.

Scottish Mist (Walt's Favorite Drink)

Gravy-Soaked Fries $16 (Brisket add $6)
rarebit, pickled onions, scallions, crispy jalapeños

Fried Brussels Sprouts $14
bacon, parmesan, pomegranate molasses, citrus panko crumble

Brick Barn Syrah (9 oz) $22
Santa Ynez Valley

Classic Caesar Salad $14
romaine lettuce, aged parmigiano-reggiano, house croutons

French Onion Soup $12
sourdough toast, emmental cheese

Prince Charlie Cut Prime Rib $67 (medium rare)
extra-thick, always with the bone

The Prime Rib Sandwich $25
kaiser rolls, beets, pickles, peanut cole slaw

Walt’s & Lillian’s 2nd Favorite Table for More Privacy

Photo Ops

Tam O'Shanter
2980 Los Feliz Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 664-0228www.lawrysonline.com/tam-o-shanter

Chubby Curry@Beverly Hills ★★★

Best Japanese Curry with Fun Anime Theme. New restaurant, same owner as Niku X. Chef Liga's recommendation of the Smoked Roasted Duck Curry was mind-blowing with a taste of happiness. It's like Chinese Duck but 10 times better. Very crispy skin. Love the kick of spiciness in the mustard. Chef Liga is amazing and friendly. Great selection of Fifth Taste sake available. Quick service with casual & chill vibe. Board games available for playing. Order via iPad. 10% cashback Loyalty points available (cannot be used w/ Groupon). Yelp waitlist available. Paid lot parking across the street (2 hours free before 6pm) or paid metered street parking.

Smoked Roasted Duck Curry $55 (for 2) (special)

Udon Know Me $19
thinly sliced wagyu roast beef round, maitake mushroom, Japanese curry sauce

Smoked Roasted Duck Curry $55 (for 2) (special)

Smoked Roasted Duck Curry $55 (for 2) (special)

Chubby Curry
225 S Beverly Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
https://chubbycurry.co

Kura x Snoopy Collaboration@Koreatown

Fun Snoopy Collaboration at the Revolving Sushi Bar. Capsules to collect at $3.70 each. All plates $3.70. Restaurant could be a bit cleaner. You get a $5 reward with every $50 you spend with their loyalty program. Download their app and to wait advance in the virtual queue. Free 2 hours validated parking at lot a huge plus.

Kura Revoling Sushi Bar
3150 Wilshire Blvd
Ste 114
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 674-7127
kurasushi.com

Half & Half Good Old Time Cafe@San Gabriel ★★★

Cozy Authentic Taiwanese Cafe. Fast food restaurant with good pricing. Affordable Boba. I actually prefer Half & Half over the 2-Michelin-star-restaurant Kato in terms of price-worth and service. It's 1/10 of Kato's price with better service. Been in love with their Noodle Soup with Thick Clear Noodles since my college time. You can choose different noodles and toppings. Have communal condiments in the back. Chicken Nuggets (Popcorn Chicken) were delicious but very oily. Boba Milk Tea is usually on the sweet side, so I recommend requesting 50% sweetness instead. Mark on their menu to order. They did raised their prices since last year. Same plaza and Katsu Sando. Free limited parking in lot or street parking.

Good Old Time Noodle Soup w/ Thick Clear Noodles $12.88
mixed combination topping with garlic chips, spicy paste, bean sprouts, mushroom slices, and cilantro

Thick Clear Noodles

Boba Milk Tea w/ Grass Jelly $4.88, Kumquat Honey $3.68

Satay Udon Soup $12.08
poached egg, seafood balls, & vegetables

Chicken Nuggets $9.98

Half & Half Good Old Time Cafe
704 W Las Tunas Dr, Ste E2
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 576-8010
www.halfandhalfteaexpress.com

Sushi Gen@Little Tokyo ★★★

Long-Standing Decent Sushi. Reasonable price. Tokujo Sushi has great pricing for $45, but you will get fresher fish if you order a la carte. Fast service and serving. Finished meal within 1 hour. No reservations. Walk-in waitlist only. Hot Green Tea $2. Parking in Honda Plaza $6 for 3 hours.

Tokujo Sushi $45

Shirako $20

Mirugai Special $15

Tempura (L) $16

Tokujo Sushi $45

Monkfish Liver Sushi

Miso Soup

Sushi Gen
422 E 2nd St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 617-0552
sushigen-dtla.com