Is Furaibo an authentic izakaya restaurant in Los Angeles?

Yes — Furaibo is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.

Where is Furaibo located?

Furaibo is located at 2068 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, Los Angeles, USA in the Sawtelle Japantown neighborhood.

Do I need a reservation at Furaibo?

Furaibo accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.

What is the price range at Furaibo?

Furaibo sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in Los Angeles.

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Furaibo

Name: Furaibo
Address: 2068 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, Los Angeles, USA
Telephone: +1 310-444-1432
Price range: ¥¥

IzakayaTebasakiNagoya StyleSakeYakitoriSawtelle

A Sawtelle Japantown stalwart since 1987, Furaibo is the neighborhood's go-to for Nagoya-style tebasaki — crispy, seasoned chicken wings — and cold draft beer.

Price: ¥¥
Area: Sawtelle Japantown
Since: 1987

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About

Furaibo has operated on Sawtelle Boulevard since 1987, making it one of the oldest izakaya on the strip. The restaurant specializes in tebasaki, Nagoya-style chicken wings seasoned with a distinctive sweet-soy glaze and black pepper, alongside grilled skewers and sake. The Infatuation calls it a space 'dating back to a sleepier era of Sawtelle Boulevard's history.'

Neighborhood & visiting

Furaibo sits in Sawtelle Japantown, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide

Sawtelle izakaya institution since 1987
Nagoya-style tebasaki — crispy, seasoned chicken wings
Old-school Sawtelle character; pre-boom neighborhood bar

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Frequently asked

About Furaibo

Is Furaibo an authentic izakaya restaurant in Los Angeles?: Yes — Furaibo is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is Furaibo located?: Furaibo is located at 2068 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, Los Angeles, USA in the Sawtelle Japantown neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Furaibo?: Furaibo accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Furaibo?: Furaibo sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in Los Angeles.

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