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HATCH is a modern Japanese tapas restaurant that celebrates creative sharing plates and yakitori. Japanese cooking methods with bold international flavors are presented in a fun dining experience. Our beverage program includes handcrafted cocktails, artisanal sakes and rare Japanese whiskies. Our mission is to make socializing as delicious as possible.
An elevated dining room with chef’s counter seating, gourmet Japanese izakaya fare & yakitori.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 700 W 7th St Suite G600, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone: (213) 282-9070
Website: http://hatchyalater.com/
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Reviews
Leo Huang
Hatch is a hidden gem in downtown LA, famous for its yakitori. You can get good variety of yakitori from chicken to beef tongue and unagi, and yet it offers much more than that. Their house salad is the best salad I have had for a while. The Yaki onigiri is my family favorite, while my personal favorite is the soft shell crab taco–juicy and delicious. The staff members are attentive and friendly. The atmosphere is busy and live but not too crowded. I highly recommend Hatch for your next food adventure in DTLA.
… moreFELIX Barajas
HATCH in Downtown LA is one of those spots that hits you with flavor, vibe, and personality the second you walk in. Tucked inside The Bloc, it blends modern Japanese izakaya energy with a fun, laid back atmosphere that makes it perfect for date night, pre event bites, or a chill dinner with friends.
The yakitori is the star perfectly grilled, juicy, and packed with that smoky binchotan flavor. The chicken thigh, pork belly, and lamb lollipops are must orders. Their squid ink karaage? Wild. Crispy, bold, and totally unique. Even the small plates go hard corn fritters, raw bar options, and those addictive sauces that make you want to order “just one more.”
Drinks are just as strong. Their Japanese whiskey selection is legit, and the highballs (especially the green tea one) are refreshing and dangerously easy to sip.
Service is friendly, the space is stylish without trying too hard, and the outdoor patio at The Bloc gives you that breezy DTLA moment.
A creative, flavorful, and super fun izakaya experience in the heart of downtown. Worth the trip every time.
… moreThe yakitori is the star perfectly grilled, juicy, and packed with that smoky binchotan flavor. The chicken thigh, pork belly, and lamb lollipops are must orders. Their squid ink karaage? Wild. Crispy, bold, and totally unique. Even the small plates go hard corn fritters, raw bar options, and those addictive sauces that make you want to order “just one more.”
Drinks are just as strong. Their Japanese whiskey selection is legit, and the highballs (especially the green tea one) are refreshing and dangerously easy to sip.
Service is friendly, the space is stylish without trying too hard, and the outdoor patio at The Bloc gives you that breezy DTLA moment.
A creative, flavorful, and super fun izakaya experience in the heart of downtown. Worth the trip every time.
Cali Nook
Hatch is a modern Japanese izakaya-style spot offering a great selection of yakitori, small plates, raw bar items, and cocktails. The space feels stylish yet relaxed, with table seating, a bar, and an outdoor patio.
We ordered a mix of yakitori and plates, and everything felt well balanced. The Squid Ink Karaage was crispy on the outside and juicy inside, while the Corn Tempura Tower was light, crunchy, and fun to share. The yakitori stood out as well—especially the Chicken Meatball with egg yolk and tare, and the Wagyu & Wasabi, which was rich without being overpowering.
We also enjoyed the drinks. The Mai Tai mocktail was refreshing, and the Ring Around the Rosie cocktail paired nicely with the food.
Overall, a solid spot for yakitori, drinks, and a relaxed night out in Downtown LA.
… moreWe ordered a mix of yakitori and plates, and everything felt well balanced. The Squid Ink Karaage was crispy on the outside and juicy inside, while the Corn Tempura Tower was light, crunchy, and fun to share. The yakitori stood out as well—especially the Chicken Meatball with egg yolk and tare, and the Wagyu & Wasabi, which was rich without being overpowering.
We also enjoyed the drinks. The Mai Tai mocktail was refreshing, and the Ring Around the Rosie cocktail paired nicely with the food.
Overall, a solid spot for yakitori, drinks, and a relaxed night out in Downtown LA.
Oscar
The presentations of the dishes were all nice and looked better than they tasted. Out of 8 plates we like 3. The squid ink karage, the burger and fries, and the bacon wrapped peppers. Oysters, skewers, spare ribs, and some rice thing were okay but wouldn’t order again. Cocktails were good. However service was also slow and didn’t show any hospitality. Felt like a fast food service vibe. Wasn’t worth the price.
… moredawn cheng
I’ve been to Hatch at least four times, and the atmosphere has been consistently terrific. Located in a mall in the heart of DTLA, we got very lucky in regards to parking and found a free street parking spot immediately outside of Hatch – so that was a great way to kick off my most recent experience there.
In terms of flavors, however, some items are far more flavorful than others. The most recent time I dined at Hatch, I ordered the prix fixe menu. Now, I usually don’t prefer the prix fixe because I enjoy selecting my own dishes. But I felt like trying something new that evening. And true to my intuition, I think I would’ve enjoyed my experience more had I ordered a la carte. I wasn’t quite full after the prix fixe experience, so I did order agedashi tofu and eel, which were both delicious – and honestly my favorite items at the end of the evening.
Previous times I ordered cocktails at the bar, which were always phenomenal, but this time I didn’t. Overall, a good experience and enjoyable for a date night.
IG: @dawntc
… moreIn terms of flavors, however, some items are far more flavorful than others. The most recent time I dined at Hatch, I ordered the prix fixe menu. Now, I usually don’t prefer the prix fixe because I enjoy selecting my own dishes. But I felt like trying something new that evening. And true to my intuition, I think I would’ve enjoyed my experience more had I ordered a la carte. I wasn’t quite full after the prix fixe experience, so I did order agedashi tofu and eel, which were both delicious – and honestly my favorite items at the end of the evening.
Previous times I ordered cocktails at the bar, which were always phenomenal, but this time I didn’t. Overall, a good experience and enjoyable for a date night.
IG: @dawntc
Adrianna Salazar
Loved our dinner at Hatch. Service was great- very attentive. When we could not decide which sake we wanted, they let us taste a couple. Then you get to choose your own glass – which is a fun little experience.
Food was so delicious. Everything we tasted was phenomenal. Love that they have small plates so you can taste a variety of things. Definitely get the ahi tuna and the mushroom- with hot sauce.
The vibe is fun. They have fun sayings on the employees shirts. Great place to go as a group, couple or solo.
… moreFood was so delicious. Everything we tasted was phenomenal. Love that they have small plates so you can taste a variety of things. Definitely get the ahi tuna and the mushroom- with hot sauce.
The vibe is fun. They have fun sayings on the employees shirts. Great place to go as a group, couple or solo.
Jason Sasaki
Perhaps my favorite meal of the year. We had dinner here the other evening. There is ample parking available in the parking structure. The ambiance is ultra-modern.
We went with the tasting menu. You get their favorite items for $55 a person. And many of these will become your favorite items as well.
Even though they have a full bar, we decided upon a mocktail. They have a seasonal one and it was nice and refreshing.
The miso corn soup begins the tasting menu. The sweet grilled corn balances nicely with the salty miso soup.
The tuna tataki handroll is a thick cut slice of tuna. The tomato and shallot salsa pairs perfectly.
Next is the miso beer spare rib. The rib is marinated in Sapporo and the mest just falls right off the rib. I could have eaten a full rack of these ribs.
Their most popular item, the squid ink karaage is next. The best tasting karaage I have ever had is taken to another level when you add a squeeze of the fresh lime and dip it into the black garlic ranch dip.
The yakitori skewers are next. The ahi tuna yakitori is thick cut and absolutely delicious. The mushroom party yakitori is so flavorful. The chicken meatball yakitori needs to be mixed in the perfect sous vide egg yolk for another level of flavor.
The crispy on the outside onigiri is the perfect ending to the tasting menu.
If you still have room, get the grilled Fuji apple. It is a baked Fuji apple with ice cream, fresh berries and a sesame butter cookie. If they sold the cookies, I would buy a dozen.
Fantastic service and easily my favorite meal of the year will make this a place I want to come back to time and time again.
… moreWe went with the tasting menu. You get their favorite items for $55 a person. And many of these will become your favorite items as well.
Even though they have a full bar, we decided upon a mocktail. They have a seasonal one and it was nice and refreshing.
The miso corn soup begins the tasting menu. The sweet grilled corn balances nicely with the salty miso soup.
The tuna tataki handroll is a thick cut slice of tuna. The tomato and shallot salsa pairs perfectly.
Next is the miso beer spare rib. The rib is marinated in Sapporo and the mest just falls right off the rib. I could have eaten a full rack of these ribs.
Their most popular item, the squid ink karaage is next. The best tasting karaage I have ever had is taken to another level when you add a squeeze of the fresh lime and dip it into the black garlic ranch dip.
The yakitori skewers are next. The ahi tuna yakitori is thick cut and absolutely delicious. The mushroom party yakitori is so flavorful. The chicken meatball yakitori needs to be mixed in the perfect sous vide egg yolk for another level of flavor.
The crispy on the outside onigiri is the perfect ending to the tasting menu.
If you still have room, get the grilled Fuji apple. It is a baked Fuji apple with ice cream, fresh berries and a sesame butter cookie. If they sold the cookies, I would buy a dozen.
Fantastic service and easily my favorite meal of the year will make this a place I want to come back to time and time again.
Samuel Baek
HATCH is a great example of having food not everyone might know become more accessible for people to enjoy comfortably. Although people might know Japanese cuisine for the sushi and ramen, the eyes of the masses are just beginning to peer into the other wonderful culinary delights Japan has, including yakitori. This world is filled with flames, small plates, and of course, beer. HATCH does a great job of bringing the spirit of yakitori to a more mainstream audience and they bring their own style with them.
Design/Location
Once you walk in you see the restaurant is comprised mostly as a long, wide hallway. On one side you see a long row of tables with bulbous lighting hanging from above. On the opposite you see a large continuous slab of dark black quartz (or marble) countertop running from the entrance to the kitchen. A large bar comprises the entrance part of the running countertop whilst long shelves on the walls are ornately dressed with liquor bottles, Japanese novelties, and bottled mystery delights. It screams trendy but functional.
Food
The food is the star of the show. I was lucky to go to DineLA and try their menu which had sample versions of their menu items. Here’s what I felt about them.
Miso corny soup – Japanese cuisine usually utilizes miso soup at the beginning of a meal to help start getting the digestive system. This version is no exception. Tastes just like a traditional miso soup with the only difference being the slight sweetness of the roasted corn in it. A traditional start to get your appetite going.
Tuna tataki hand roll – appreciated this being a solid piece of tuna instead of chopped up. Tastes very fresh but that’s the extent of its flavor. Luckily, we were given some pickled Japanese cucumbers on the side and that added a nice note of brine to the hand roll.
Miso beer spare ribs – easily a highlight of the dinner service. Slow braised for over 4 hours and then cooked over fire the caramelized parts have a nice crunch to give a hint of sweetness. It is super tender and easily falls off the bone. It’s the best of sweet and savory.
Squid ink karaage – a satisfying karaage where it’s not too dry but with a black exterior instead of the typical golden brown. Their version of karaage is infused with squid ink in the batter. Served with a black garlic ranch on the side this is best served with lemon squirted on top and eaten with the pickled beet.
Chicken meatball skewer – a staple of any yakitori and izakaya you would go to in Japan, HATCH’s version is as a good as any you’ll find in Japan. Glazed with their yakitori sauced the caramelized areas mixed with the meat gives a delicious bite of chicken.
Mushroom party skewer – definitely a party of different mushrooms, this includes shiitake, button, and oyster mushrooms with seaweed flakes on top. The mushrooms take on the flavor of the fire and the delicious yakitori sauced brushed on it. Every bite is a good one and dare I say, a party in your mouth.
Hokkaido scallop skewer – the scallops come with a spicy yuzu mustard and when you bite into it it’ll slap you in the face and call you Sally. The sweetness of the yuzu hits the back of your tongue and as the sweet, soft scallop lands on your palate it’s an enjoyable bite texturally.
Yaki onigiri – as a Korean 누룽지 is a staple of favorites which is the crispy rice you find at the bottom of a hot stone pot for a 비빔밥. The crispiness of this dish brings that nostalgia back and it makes for an item that stands on its own but can be a perfect pairing with any of the meats presented. I wish this was brought before the skewers because as the last dish it was too plain.
Conclusion
HATCH has got it going on and they have a good energy to them. A perfect location to enjoy dinner with a group, a date, or even solo the food will keep you satisfied and it’s a good starting point for a weekend night. If you’ve never had izakaya or yakitori before but always wanted to try in a more American friendly atmosphere, this is your entry point.
… moreDesign/Location
Once you walk in you see the restaurant is comprised mostly as a long, wide hallway. On one side you see a long row of tables with bulbous lighting hanging from above. On the opposite you see a large continuous slab of dark black quartz (or marble) countertop running from the entrance to the kitchen. A large bar comprises the entrance part of the running countertop whilst long shelves on the walls are ornately dressed with liquor bottles, Japanese novelties, and bottled mystery delights. It screams trendy but functional.
Food
The food is the star of the show. I was lucky to go to DineLA and try their menu which had sample versions of their menu items. Here’s what I felt about them.
Miso corny soup – Japanese cuisine usually utilizes miso soup at the beginning of a meal to help start getting the digestive system. This version is no exception. Tastes just like a traditional miso soup with the only difference being the slight sweetness of the roasted corn in it. A traditional start to get your appetite going.
Tuna tataki hand roll – appreciated this being a solid piece of tuna instead of chopped up. Tastes very fresh but that’s the extent of its flavor. Luckily, we were given some pickled Japanese cucumbers on the side and that added a nice note of brine to the hand roll.
Miso beer spare ribs – easily a highlight of the dinner service. Slow braised for over 4 hours and then cooked over fire the caramelized parts have a nice crunch to give a hint of sweetness. It is super tender and easily falls off the bone. It’s the best of sweet and savory.
Squid ink karaage – a satisfying karaage where it’s not too dry but with a black exterior instead of the typical golden brown. Their version of karaage is infused with squid ink in the batter. Served with a black garlic ranch on the side this is best served with lemon squirted on top and eaten with the pickled beet.
Chicken meatball skewer – a staple of any yakitori and izakaya you would go to in Japan, HATCH’s version is as a good as any you’ll find in Japan. Glazed with their yakitori sauced the caramelized areas mixed with the meat gives a delicious bite of chicken.
Mushroom party skewer – definitely a party of different mushrooms, this includes shiitake, button, and oyster mushrooms with seaweed flakes on top. The mushrooms take on the flavor of the fire and the delicious yakitori sauced brushed on it. Every bite is a good one and dare I say, a party in your mouth.
Hokkaido scallop skewer – the scallops come with a spicy yuzu mustard and when you bite into it it’ll slap you in the face and call you Sally. The sweetness of the yuzu hits the back of your tongue and as the sweet, soft scallop lands on your palate it’s an enjoyable bite texturally.
Yaki onigiri – as a Korean 누룽지 is a staple of favorites which is the crispy rice you find at the bottom of a hot stone pot for a 비빔밥. The crispiness of this dish brings that nostalgia back and it makes for an item that stands on its own but can be a perfect pairing with any of the meats presented. I wish this was brought before the skewers because as the last dish it was too plain.
Conclusion
HATCH has got it going on and they have a good energy to them. A perfect location to enjoy dinner with a group, a date, or even solo the food will keep you satisfied and it’s a good starting point for a weekend night. If you’ve never had izakaya or yakitori before but always wanted to try in a more American friendly atmosphere, this is your entry point.
Diana Chang
If you’re into craft cocktails and Japanese whiskies, you’ve got to check out Hatch, a Japanese tapas and bar tucked inside The Bloc in DTLA
We stopped by for their weeknight happy hour and tried the For Goodness Sake and Classic Highball—both perfectly balanced and refreshing. The yakitori selection is a must: Pork Belly and Corn a la Elote were standouts
For dinner, we had the Royal Hamachi, Wagyu & Wasabi yakitori, and Let’s Bone Marrow—served with grilled garlic mochi bread (trust me, don’t skip it ). Ended on a sweet note with the Grilled Fuji Apple ✨
Whether you’re coming for cocktails, small plates, or both—Hatch brings that perfect blend of flavor and vibe right to DTLA
… moreWe stopped by for their weeknight happy hour and tried the For Goodness Sake and Classic Highball—both perfectly balanced and refreshing. The yakitori selection is a must: Pork Belly and Corn a la Elote were standouts
For dinner, we had the Royal Hamachi, Wagyu & Wasabi yakitori, and Let’s Bone Marrow—served with grilled garlic mochi bread (trust me, don’t skip it ). Ended on a sweet note with the Grilled Fuji Apple ✨
Whether you’re coming for cocktails, small plates, or both—Hatch brings that perfect blend of flavor and vibe right to DTLA
Yi S
We basically ordered every item in happy hour menu, and they were surprisingly good, usually I wouldn’t expect food quality to be good in a fusion style izakaya. I would highly recommend the chicken heart and inked karaage. I can give the food 5 ⭐️ if just for happy hour menu.
The beef tongue and lamb rack in the regular menu, however, it’s just ok. Also beef tongue is more like braised beef.
… moreThe beef tongue and lamb rack in the regular menu, however, it’s just ok. Also beef tongue is more like braised beef.