LA | Japanese Wabi-Sabi Inspired Izakaya 🍶🌿

Newly opened Mutsu, located in West Hollywood I really love the restaurant’s decor—it features extensive use of natural rock textures for the bar and walls, creating a strong connection with nature. Paired with soft, warm lighting, it gently balances the coolness of the stone, making the space feel both organic and inviting. 🪨💡✨ The food is also excellent: Shishito Peppers lightly fried until slightly charred—crispy outside, tender inside, with a hint of occasional spicy surprise 🌶️. Topped with delicate garlic foam, which is light and smooth, blending the freshness of the peppers with the richness of garlic. The combination of crisp and creamy textures makes it a perfect appetizer with drinks. 🍶✨ Pumpkin Tempura fried golden and crispy on the outside, while remaining soft and sweet inside. Served with a soy-honey-truffle sauce that offers a subtle salty-sweetness and luxurious truffle aroma. Paired with ginger mayo on the side, it adds a refreshing touch that cuts through the richness and elevates the layers of flavor. 🎃🍯 Wagyu Bao features a fluffy, light steamed bun filled with slow-braised, tender wagyu beef that’s deeply flavorful. Crispy cabbage balances the richness, while black garlic mayo adds depth, and crunchy fried scallions complete the bite. 🥩🍔🌿 Chirashi Bowl Salmon centers around fresh salmon. The bowl includes slices of salmon, salmon roe, and a bit of caviar, combined with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, subtly sweet fennel flowers, and a sprinkle of green onion. Drizzled with mildly sweet Nikiri sauce (Japanese soy-based glaze) and finished with a fresh egg for silkiness. Every bite achieves a perfect balance between the rice and the taste of the sea. 🍣🥑🍚 Crème Brûlée Black Sesame Rich black sesame infused into a smooth egg custard, topped with a golden, crispy caramelized sugar shell. 🍮⚫️ Good food paired with a little drink—pure relaxation. 🥂😌 📍350 N La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048 Street parking is available nearby. 🅿️ #HiddenGem #LAAJapaneseCuisine #LAFood #LADeliciousEats #LAPrettyFood #LAIzakaya #LAExplore #LADineAndPlay #WabiSabiVibes #NaturalDecor #JapaneseComfortFood #WestHollywoodEats #CozyVibes #FoodAndSake