Daikokuya - Sawtelle

4.3
987 reviews

About

Japanese Restaurant

Location

Daikokuya - Sawtelle
2208 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
90064, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
987 reviews
5 stars
589
4 stars
228
3 stars
93
2 stars
25
1 star
52

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality; some found the ramen bland or salty, while others praised the rich flavors and generous portions.

Service

Service experiences varied; some customers reported friendly and attentive staff, while others encountered issues with order accuracy and responsiveness.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's ambiance is generally appreciated, with a cozy, authentic feel reminiscent of Japanese ramen shops, though space can be limited.

Pricing

Prices are considered on the higher side by some customers, but many feel the portion sizes and quality justify the cost.

Hygiene Concerns

Several reviews raised concerns about cleanliness and food safety, including reports of unsanitary conditions and food quality issues.
  • CS
    Century S
    Nov 13, 2025
    2.0
    Meh! There are abundance of ramen places in LA and most of them are very underrated. This is the 2nd Daikokuya location we tried and it was nothing more than mediocre for the review is holds. Tonkotsu ramen was alright, broth was decent, noodles were told to be thin but they weren't, too much green onions and sprouts that took over the taste of noodles, pork chaus was thin like a dog's tongue and taste wise it was tasteless, dry, and chewy. Vegan ramen was also alright. We also got chicken fried rice that also tasted just ok. We surely filled our belly, but not heart. We will not be going back. Hironori, shin shen gumi and other ramen places in Torrance and Gardena are much much better. Service was ok. They only had 1 server for evening time.
  • IL
    Isabel Law
    Nov 5, 2025
    5.0
    This place has great food!!
  • NY
    Nicho Yovanovich
    Nov 3, 2025
    5.0
    Very Busy yet received prompt and attentive service from staff. Food was well presented, timely, fresh tasting and delicious. Beer was served in Ice cold metal mugs which inspired additional orders. Very Friendly atmosphere and a great 2 person date night location. Large parties will have to wait for space and probably not enjoy the tight space. Open late, very friendly servers.
  • AS
    Ana Sandoval
    Nov 2, 2025
    4.0
    Food was good, I got the spicy miso. It gave me a heartburn lol although it wasn't spicy For 3 of us it was nearly 90 dollars. Which isn't terrible but a little on the expensive side. Service was just ok, a little short on responses so they seem rude.
  • CL
    Clauds2188 (LASweetHeart)
    Oct 23, 2025
    5.0
    Thank you for the quality of service and lovely positive energy. The food always amazing good. 🌹🩷

Frequently Asked Questions About Daikokuya - Sawtelle

What type of cuisine does Daikokuya - Sawtelle offer?

Daikokuya - Sawtelle is a Japanese restaurant specializing in authentic Japanese cuisine.

What are the opening hours of Daikokuya - Sawtelle?

Daikokuya - Sawtelle is open daily from 10:00 AM to 1:00 AM.