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Izakaya Tora
IzakayaIzakayaKushiyakiUni UdonWest HollywoodForbes Pick
An authentic West Hollywood izakaya with a serious kushiyaki program — chicken balls, pork belly skewers, uni udon, and miso sea bass in a lively izakaya atmosphere.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- West Hollywood
- Since
- 2019

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About
Izakaya Tora on Santa Monica Blvd in West Hollywood offers a traditional kushiyaki menu alongside izakaya staples like uni udon and miso black cod. Forbes included it among the must-try Japanese restaurants in West Hollywood.
Neighborhood & visiting
Izakaya Tora sits in West Hollywood, 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
- Forbes: must-try West Hollywood Japanese
- House-made kushiyaki: chicken, pork belly, quail eggs
- Uni udon and miso sea bass as signature dishes
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About Izakaya Tora
- Is Izakaya Tora an authentic izakaya restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Izakaya Tora 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 Izakaya Tora located?
- Izakaya Tora is located at 8908 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (,), Los Angeles, USA in the West Hollywood neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Izakaya Tora?
- Izakaya Tora accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Izakaya Tora?
- Izakaya Tora sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in Los Angeles.
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