KOI Restaurant
The sushi chef at this Los Angeles restaurant uses fresh seafood like yellowtail, toro, octopus, snow crab and uni. Its dishes infuse traditional Japanese recipes with California accents. In addition to sushi, this establishment serves hot dishes, desserts and beverages.
This LA sushi restaurant, remodeled in 2008, is illuminated by candlelight to create an elegant dining atmosphere. The establishment is designed in earth tones; it has a fireplace and water plants. The restaurant holds 220 guests and provides valet parking services. Reservations are not necessary, but they are recommended to eliminate waiting for tables to open.
KOI Restaurant
730 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(310) 659-9449
koirestaurant.com
Takami Sushi and Robata Restaurant
This sushi restaurant offers a fine dining experience in the financial district of downtown Los Angeles. The restaurant--located 21 floors above the city--serves sushi and other Japanese-inspired cuisine.
Guests eating in the restaurant see downtown LA from any vantage point because mirrors reflect the skyline. They get a closer look at the city by eating on the outdoor patio. Other dining options include eating at tables or drinking cocktails at the bar or on the white sofa that lines the wall. Guests can relax and converse with friends while sitting on the long sofa. At night, guests see the city lights illuminating the LA night sky.
The restaurant serves sushi made with tuna, salmon, yellowtail and other seafood. Vegetarians order meatless sushi rolls. It has separate wine and sake lists and a menu of lounge food. Make reservations online at its Website.
Takami Sushi and Robata Restaurant
811 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 2100
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 236-9600
takamisushi.com
Mia Sushi
Mia Sushi sets itself apart from other sushi restaurants in the city by creating an atmosphere using techno music, art decor, votive candles, tall figurines over the sushi bar and a patio with a fountain. The sushi chef prepares dishes featuring tuna, salmon, yellowtail, squid, octopus, shrimp, fresh-water eel and toro. Finish a meal with Green Tea Ice Cream. Guests can make online reservations to this restaurant through the Website or walk in.
Mia Sushi
4741 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 256-2562
mia-sushi.com
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