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Shinano Restaurant

IzakayaSushiSashimiTeishokuSakeSGVOld School1977

One of the oldest Japanese restaurants in the San Gabriel Valley, Shinano has served traditional sushi, sashimi, and teishoku in Monterey Park since 1977.

Price
¥¥
Area
Monterey Park
Since
1977
Owner
April Lee
Shinano Restaurant — authentic izakaya restaurant in Los Angeles, Monterey Park
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About
Restaurant Shinano opened on South Atlantic Boulevard in Monterey Park in 1977, making it one of the longest-running Japanese restaurants in the San Gabriel Valley. The menu spans sushi, sashimi, nabe, tempura, udon, and soba alongside a broad whiskey and sake selection. Owned by April Lee, it maintains an old-school character that reflects the Japanese-American dining tradition of the SGV.
Neighborhood & visiting

Shinano Restaurant sits in Monterey Park, 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
  • Operating since 1977 — one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in the SGV
  • Broad menu: sushi, sashimi, nabe, udon, tempura
  • Wide whiskey and sake selection
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Frequently asked

About Shinano Restaurant

Is Shinano Restaurant an authentic izakaya restaurant in Los Angeles?
Yes — Shinano Restaurant 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 Shinano Restaurant located?
Shinano Restaurant is located at 1106 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754, Los Angeles, USA in the Monterey Park neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Shinano Restaurant?
Shinano Restaurant 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 Shinano Restaurant?
Shinano Restaurant sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in Los Angeles.
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