Jinpachi — Restaurant in West Hollywood

Very delicious sushi spot that just blends in with majority of the closed shops near it, especially since the entrance was roped off as if it was actually closed, from the outside. If you’re looking for a kikkoman soy sauce spot, this isn’t for you.

Ordered two carpaccios, one with fresh wasabi and ponzu, can’t remember the fish, and another carpaccio, think either halibut or albacore, that had yuzu juice and mushroom and those two dishes were phenomenal. Every bite was simply amazing and irresistible. Great fish quality, not a single piece was questionable in appearance, texture, taste; the quality was delicious.

The assorted tempura was crunchy, the batter didn’t disintegrate when you dipped it and didn’t break up when you were biting it. A delicious batter that kept its integrity and highlighted the beauty of each ingredient being used. Loved having a tempura mushroom and the white fish was a unique and different touch.

The nigiri- where the begin. All of it was delicious. For a party of two, we each walked away with eating $190 each which is a lot for how much we ordered truthfully but because the quality of the food was better that majority of the places we had, it was worth it and can’t wait to go back. No alcohol either. It was a treat to eat here and treat ourselves. The most delectable and fragile scallops that just melt in your mouth, the albacore was a dance in your mouth as well as anything else that had a drop of yuzu on it. Ended my experience with uni and it was pure velvet. The most underwhelming item I ate was a spicy tuna since I was genuinely curious but I wouldn’t order that again and just stick with nigiri.

Each nigiri order is 1 piece and sashimi is 2 pieces. Thank you Jinpachi for a cozy atmosphere and a delicious treat- can’t...

2025 update!

Been coking here for 5 years now! If you enjoy traditional-style sushi, then this is a great option, especially in Los Angeles (which still lacks many spots for truly authentic, fresh, good sushi). Even in 2025, Jinpachi holds up as a hidden gem in LA—highly recommend! Hands down my favorite spot for quality sushi.

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Wow! Finally found an amazing sushi spot in LA. I really like sushi Fumi, but it’s somewhat inauthentic and lots of sauces on their sushi. Jinpachi is the first sushi restaurant that I throughly enjoyed in LA for its simplicity and flavor. I go to sushi in San Diego a lot (which has the best sushi in the country). This place reminds me of Hane Sushi from San Diego. The seaweed used for the handrolls are really crunchy and nice. The Spicy tuna crispy rice was fantastic. I had a bunch of different nigiris (no rolls).

If you enjoy traditional style sushi, then this is a great option; especially in Los Angeles (which lacks authentic, fresh,...

Jinpachi is some of the best quality and best prepared sushi in Los Angeles. The chefs were very talented and friendly and enjoyed explaining the preparation of each fish. This is the type of sushi ya that carefully adds a little flavor to each piece of sushi and it works phenomenally. The atmosphere is slightly upscale but still relaxed and intimate.

Despite the great quality we were a little disappointed that their online menu was not up to date. The prices in restaurant are twice as much as was listed online. I realize this isn’t necessarily the restaurants fault, nor the chef or staff but we weren’t able to order as much as we had hoped to. Additionally, 10 pieces of sushi, a miso soup and 1 drink (beer) ran us $125 per...