West Los Angeles, also called Sawtelle Japantown, is known for its Japanese dining options and shops. From ramen eateries to sushi restaurants, West Los Angeles is a foodie’s dream. Other delicious items you’ll find as you stroll the streets of West Los Angeles include shave ice, Korean barbecue, and banh mi sandwiches.
For those seeking out shopping and entertainment offerings, these options are wide and varied in West Los Angeles as well. You can explore the eclectic shops and even enjoy some fun karaoke at several karaoke bars in the area.
Whether you are hoping to shop, dine, or enjoy some entertainment, West Los Angeles is where you’ll find all of these options.
West Los Angeles is bordered to the north by Santa Monica Boulevard and to the south by Pico Boulevard. On the east side of West Los Angeles is Beverly Glen Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard is to the west.
Thursday Nights
The Landmark Theatre Movie Showings
Daily
Bottomless Brunch at Plan Check Kitchen + Bar
Saturdays and Sundays
Happy Hour at Deja Brew Taproom and Kitchen
Daily
Let’s Eat! A Food Themed Group Art Show at Giant Robot
Fall
Shave ice is a popular and refreshing treat that you’ll find throughout West Los Angeles. This authentic Hawaiian shave ice spot is the perfect place to visit for dessert or as a midday snack.
FuRaiBo offers its popular Teba-Saki Chicken Wings in sweet, mild, regular, and extra spicy flavors. Other menu offerings at this West L.A. eatery include the Korean BBQ entree, sea bass with a plum wine sauce, and wide array of Japanese soups.
For authentic Japanese sushi dishes, visiting Kiriko Sushi is highly recommended. At Kiriko Sushi, you’ll find tempting sushi, sashimi, and roll options. Plus, for the indulgent and creative guests, you can choose the Omakase offering, which enables you to have a chef-selected meal, which will vary in price depending on the inclusions.
Nong La is a Vietnamese cafe located on Sawtelle Boulevard. Visit Nong La for all of your favorite Vietnamese menu items, including banh mi sandwiches, pho, noodle salads, and spring rolls.
For a decadent and indulgent sweet treat eatery, visit Blockheads Shavery for their signature snow cream delicacies. Choose your favorite flavor for your shaved ice cream dessert from a tempting rotating roster of options including strawberry, mango, chocolate, blueberry lavender, coconut cream, and more.
Boasting an impressive roster of new American comfort food items, Plan Check is the place to go for generously-sized burgers, sensational sides, and refreshing beers. Plan Check also offers its popular bottomless brunch on the weekends.
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