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Taiko Japanese Restaurant
SushiSushiTeishokuIrvineOCA la CarteFamily1980
A long-running Japanese sushi and teishoku restaurant in Irvine, operated independently for over 34 years before transitioning to new ownership under a Japanese chain around 2019.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Irvine
- Since
- 1980
Plate № 01
About
Taiko has served Irvine since 1980, building a reputation over three decades as one of Orange County's most dependable Japanese restaurants. For most of its history it was family-owned, with longtime regulars citing consistent quality sushi, sashimi, bento sets, and teriyaki. Around 2019–2020 the restaurant transitioned to ownership by a Japanese chain with 400-plus locations, though it continues to operate under the Taiko name.
Neighborhood & visiting
Taiko Japanese Restaurant sits in Irvine, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Operating since 1980 — one of Irvine's longest-running Japanese restaurants
- Traditional sushi, sashimi, bento, teriyaki
Ownership transitioned to Japanese chain ~2019; original character partially changed per regulars.
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Frequently asked
About Taiko Japanese Restaurant
- Is Taiko Japanese Restaurant an authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Taiko Japanese Restaurant is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Taiko Japanese Restaurant located?
- Taiko Japanese Restaurant is located at 14775 Jeffrey Rd Ste K, Irvine, CA 92618-0400, Los Angeles, USA in the Irvine neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Taiko Japanese Restaurant?
- Taiko Japanese Restaurant accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Taiko Japanese Restaurant?
- Taiko Japanese Restaurant sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Los Angeles.
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