Little Tokyo LA Food Guide｜When You Don’t Know What to Eat, Come Here!

As a frequent visitor to LA, whenever I’m unsure where to eat, I naturally end up in Little Tokyo! It’s packed with ramen spots and dessert cafes — here are some favorites I’ve tried and recommend: 📍 Ramen Maruya 104 Japanese Village Plaza Mall, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Must-order their massive signature ramen! Around $26, easily feeds 2–3 people. Chashu overload — almost becomes the main dish. Rich, savory broth — so satisfying 🍜 📍 Millet Crepe - Little Tokyo 330 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 I always get their Crème Brûlée Crepe — highly popular but can be rich for one person 😅 This time tried the animal-shaped ice cream — I got the pig 🐷 Adorable and delicious! 📍 Chubby Cattle BBQ | Little Tokyo 356 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 AYCE Wagyu! Three price tiers, all tasty — great value plus sashimi included. ⚠️ Tip: Join the waitlist early — peak hours can mean 1–2 hour waits! 📍 KURA Revolving Sushi Bar 333 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Classic conveyor belt sushi 🍣 Solid quality — not as cheap as Japan, but decent value. Every few plates triggers a mini-game for a gachapon prize — fun for kids and adults alike! 📍 Marugame Monzo 329 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 A reliable udon/ramen spot — good flavors, fast service, short waits. Great when you just want a quick, comforting meal. Little Tokyo is lively day and night — besides food, people come for figurines, blind boxes, gachapon machines, and even claw games (I love those too! 🧸). #LittleTokyoLA #LARamen #JapaneseFoodLA #WagyuBBQ #RevolvingSushi #DessertCrepes