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Kappo Honda
IzakayaKappoIzakayaFountain ValleyOrange CountyHonda-Ya Sibling
The upscale sibling to Honda-Ya Tustin — Kappo Honda offers open-kitchen counter dining with kappo technique and izakaya small plates in Fountain Valley.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Fountain Valley
- Since
- 1996
- Owner
- Honda-Ya Group

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About
Kappo Honda has operated since 1996 on Brookhurst Street in Fountain Valley as the more refined counterpart to Honda-Ya Izakaya. Kappo (meaning 'cut and cook') refers to a higher Japanese culinary form with open-kitchen counter service, positioning Kappo Honda above the standard izakaya format.
Neighborhood & visiting
Kappo Honda sits in Fountain Valley, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Kappo-style open-kitchen counter: Honda-Ya's elevated concept
- Operating since 1996 in Fountain Valley
- TripAdvisor #6 best restaurant in Fountain Valley
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About Kappo Honda
- Is Kappo Honda an authentic izakaya restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Kappo Honda 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 Kappo Honda located?
- Kappo Honda is located at 18450 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708, Los Angeles, USA in the Fountain Valley neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Kappo Honda?
- Kappo Honda does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular izakaya restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Kappo Honda?
- Kappo Honda sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in Los Angeles.
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