🏮 Cozy Japanese Izakaya Near UCLA – Perfect for Dates! 💑✨

Went to visit a friend at UCLA recently and we had dinner at Kopan Izakaya — just a short walk from campus! They just opened and are running a sweet deal: sushi rolls are buy-one-get-one-50%-off 🍣🎉 They have multiple locations across LA, but the Westwood spot has such a cool vibe — a mix of traditional izakaya and vintage theater vibes 🎭 The second floor is especially great for groups! 🌟 Ginza Sushi – Chef’s selection of 12 pieces The scallop was huge and sweet, and the salmon belly and toro were so rich and buttery. The rice was perfectly textured with just the right touch of vinegar — never overpowering the fish. 🌟 Ebisu Sashimi – 18 pieces of fresh sashimi Beautifully plated! The yellowtail belly melted like fatty goodness, and the salmon and tuna were super fresh. 🌟 Yuzu Miso Black Snapper – A house specialty! The skin was lightly crisped, the fish was firm and flavorful, and the yuzu-lemon sauce was tangy, sweet, and totally appetizing 🤤 🌟 Seafood Udon – A warm and comforting surprise The broth had a nice “wok hei” vibe with red pepper — packed with seafood and cabbage. Light yet satisfying! 🌟 Uni Donburi – A bowl loaded with minced toro and uni Great wrapped in seaweed, though the vinegar rice was a bit too tangy for my taste. 📍 Kopan Izakaya - Westwood 1051 Broxton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024 #LAEats #KopanIzakaya #UCLA #WestwoodEats #JapaneseIzakaya #SushiLovers