Eigikutei

4.9

80 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

Nov 22, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Healthy
Charming

Eigikutei is a Japanese cuisine, sushi, and Shabu Shabu Kaiseki restaurant in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. We have a bar and offer high-end Japanese sake.
Eigikutei serves Japanese Kaiseki cuisine courses. Each Kaiseki course expresses the traditional Japanese culture and simple but deep tastes that Japan has grown from time immemorial. We hope all of our guests can enjoy our Kaiseki cuisine with Japanese cultural experiences.
**If you wish to select multiple courses, simply choose 'Standard' to reserve seats. We will take your orders at your table. Please do not select menu experiences.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Shabu-shabu, Sushi
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(213) 459-8002
Website
https://eigikutei.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Minoru Tanahara
Private party facilities
Host your next party at our fully stocked bar area with seating for up to 30 people. Reserve our table dining area for groups of 16 to 54 people. We can create a custom menu for your party at all inclusive pricing per person with tax & tip included. Email us at info@eigikutei.com

Location
314 E 1st, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Neighborhood
Little Tokyo
Cross street
Park in Aiso Parking Lot, 101 Judge John Aiso Street. $3 Flat Fee after 5pm
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Sushi Kaiseki Tasting Menu
$130.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Eigikutei’s Sushi Kaiseki Tasting Menu embodies the essence of Japanese culinary excellence, featuring a procession of exquisite sushi courses, each reflecting the freshest, seasonal ingredients available. <Dishes> 3 Appetizers (Simmered dish & Vinegared dish & Aemono dish) | Soup | Sashimi Plate | Oshinogi (Sushi) | 1 Dish (Steamed dish. Grilled dish or Deep-fried dish) | Sushi (10 Pieces) | Miso soup | Pickles | Dessert <Courses> YAWARAGI (和): $130 per person NISHIKI (錦): $160 per person - Add Grilled Dish and Deep-Fried Dish MIYABI (雅): $190 per person - Add Grilled Dish, Deep-Fried Dish, & Dainomono (Individual Shabu Shabu)
A5 Hannari Wagyu Shabu-Shabu Kaiseki Tasting Menu
$155.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Hannari is one of the Kyoto dialects and means “elegant” or “bright and gorgeous”. HannariBEEF is an unique wagyu beef with "SILKY" smooth fat and delicious lean meat. (If you wish to select multiple courses, just choose 'Standard' to reserve seats only.) <Dishes> 3 Appetizers (Simmered dish, Vinegared dish, Aemono dish) | Soup | 1 Dish | Shabu Shabu Hot Pot (Beef, Vegetable, Malony noodles, Porridge of rice, Pickles) | Dessert If you need to reserve multiple courses, choose "Standard" or "bar <Courses> HANNARI (はんなり): $155 per person - No Additional Dish HOKKORI (ほっこり): $175 per person - Additional Sashimi Plate OOKINI (おおきに): $210 per person - Additional Sashimi Plate and Snow Crab
Plant Based Vegan Kaiseki Experience
$65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Experience our Plant Based Kaiseki Tasting Menu. Vegan & vegetarian friendly using vegetables, herbs, & seasonings authentic to Japan. Reservations required. Available for 1st 10 on Wed & Thurs and 1st 20 on Fri, Sat, & Sun. We can accommodate more if reservations are made a day in advance. (If you wish to select multiple courses, just choose 'Standard' to reserve seats only.) Kaiseki Tasting Menu consists of unique flavors and each prepared in a different style. Japanese Amuse Bouche (3 bite sized appetizers) Soup Steamed Dish Chef's Choice Appetizer Goma-Tonnyu Nabe (Sesame Soy Milk Hot Pot) with following with fresh Japanese Vegetables and Japanese Tofu Makimono Sushi (Sushi roll) Pickles Dessert (Coconut Based Ice Cream)

Offers

HAPPY HOUR DAILY 5-6pm & 9-11pm
Multiple dates available
Sun - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Tue - Sat - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Happy Hour Drink and Food Specials From 5-6pm and 9-11pm Tuesday through Sunday. Enjoy $6 Asahi Draft Beer, $7 Brand Name Cocktails, and 20% Off Sake, Wine, & Japanese Whisky. Oysters on the Half Shell, Sushi, and Japanese Bar Food Specials at our bar area that seats up to 20 people.

What 80 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Los Angeles
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Downtown
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Downtown
Best Food
Downtown
Best Service
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Downtown
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Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Eigikutei offers an authentic Japanese dining experience with "amazing service" and "ultra fresh" food. The plant-based and vegan Kaiseki menus are highly praised, and the artistic presentation enhances the meal. While some find it pricey, many agree it's "worth it for special occasions." The ambience is serene, and the restaurant is impeccably clean.

80 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every dish was delightful and delicious! Simply fresh, beautiful presentation with excellent service! I highly recommend and I will definitely come back soon!!
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Anon
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent kaiseki meal at reasonable prices. We took our friend, who loves Japanese food and is very knowledgeable, to Eigikutei and he was pleased and impressed. Thanks to the quietness of the restaurant we were able to have a great conversation and a leisurely, delicious dinner. We are definitely going back.
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Scott
New Mexico
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and amazing service. Will return again.
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Tyson
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Serene setting, attentive and friendly service, great value - the Yosenabe meal was fresh, delicious, varied, and satisfied even a hearty appetite!
EigikuteiResponded on October 7, 2024
Thank you very much for dining with us at Eigikutei! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It’s my 2nd time visiting this restaurant. This time my friends and I tried shabu shabu, The beef and dishes were great, and they also had excellent service. I definitely will go back soon.
EigikuteiResponded on September 24, 2024
Thank you for visiting us again! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the shabu shabu and were satisfied with the service. It's always a pleasure to serve you and your friends, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Helen
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat at chef table with two other groups. There are 3 chefs so it’s like private dining. I love attention to detail and food taste excellent as expected. Will go back again!
EigikuteiResponded on September 9, 2024
Thank you for choosing Eigikutei and taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your meal at our chef’s table. At Eigikutei, we pride ourselves on delivering a personalized dining experience with a focus on attention to detail, and it's wonderful to know that this resonated with you. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and will be shared with our team.
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eriko
Los Angeles
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, nice service, and amazing ambience! Located at the heart of little Tokyo, this restaurant offers authentic Japanese meal at reasonable price. My husband and I had such an amazing date night here and we cannot wait to go back!
EigikuteiResponded on September 24, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful night at our restaurant and enjoyed both the ambiance and the authentic Japanese meals. It’s great to know that the service met your expectations. We look forward to your next visit and hope to continue making your experiences memorable!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great experience. Tried their shabu this time and both Hannari and Miyazaki Wagyu are amazing. Service consistently superb.
EigikuteiResponded on September 9, 2024
Thank you for returning to Eigikutei and sharing another fantastic experience! We're delighted that you enjoyed the shabu, especially the Hannari and Miyazaki Wagyu – both are truly special. It's also wonderful to hear that our service continues to meet your expectations. Your support and feedback mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable dining experiences!
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Tetsuya
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I, as Japanese, was surprised to have this restaurant food quality. It is in LA, but it is almost same as in Japan. Even I visited after 10:00p.m. , food(sushi course)was seŕved perfect.
EigikuteiResponded on September 9, 2024
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that our food quality met your expectations, especially appreciating the authenticity of our sushi course so close to what you'd find in Japan. It's a huge compliment coming from someone familiar with Japanese cuisine. We strive to maintain the highest standards, no matter the time of day, and your comments affirm our dedication. We hope to continue being a go-to place for you in LA when you're craving a taste of home.
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Brittany
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time! Authentically Japanese vegan kaiseki. Best sake I’ve ever had. Great value
EigikuteiResponded on August 22, 2024
Thank you for coming to Eigikutei. We are glad that you could enjoy your dining. We are looking forward to serving you again.
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FAQs

Eigikutei is rated 4.9 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

Eigikutei does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.