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Omakase-style multicourse feasts served in a strip-mall spot with sparse decor & a familial vibe.
Hours
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 777 S Alameda St Building 1, Suite 114, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Phone: (213) 797-5770
Website: http://katorestaurant.com/
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Kato – Los Angeles – a MICHELIN Guide Restaurant
Chef Jonathan Yao is on a mission, deftly drawing on his Taiwanese background to deliver inspired, bold dishes.
Location & Hours – kato restaurant
kato restaurant · Location. The Row. 777 S. Alameda St. · Hours of Operation. Reservations are accepted for the dining room & bar tasting menus from 5:00-8:30p.
Reviews
dipin v
Overall we had a good experience at Kato. We opted for the Bar Tasting Menu. Food was good, lot of quantity and flavorful. Service is great, we arrived almost an hour early and they happily accommodated us. Something to note would be that the term “Bar tasting menu” is a bit misleading because the portion sizes of each course is a LOT. Not really a tasting menu but I would say a full fledged coursed meal. I wish we knew that and they would describe that appropriately in the website, because we ended up adding a course to our meal not knowing the plate sizing and it was a lot of food. But every course was amazing!
… moreAndrew Lim
Kato by Jon Yao draws on his Taiwanese heritage and upbringing in the San Gabriel Valley to present a tasting menu that is both deeply personal and elegantly modern. The cuisine is rooted in Taiwanese flavors, reinterpreted through the lens of California’s seasonal ingredients and subtle technique. Many of the dishes carry a sense of nostalgia, inspired by Yao’s childhood memories, and each course feels delicate, precise, and intentional.
The dining room reflects this balance of refinement and warmth. The modern, industrial-chic space—think wood, concrete, and clean lines—centers around a large open kitchen, where the Kato team works with calm focus and quiet artistry. It’s a space that feels simultaneously intimate and ambitious.
At the front of house, General Manager Nikki Reginaldi is a standout presence, bringing genuine warmth, enthusiasm, and poise to every service. The broader team mirrors her professionalism: attentive, polished, and deeply engaged, clearly underscoring Kato’s pursuit of greater excellence and recognition.
Guests should note that service pacing is intentionally unhurried and services runs approximately 2.5 to 3 hours for the full experience. The tasting menu sits at the upper end of the fine-dining spectrum ($325 per person), and an 18% operating charge is automatically added to each bill.
For those seeking an elegant, meticulously executed dining experience in the ROW DTLA area, Kato stands among the city’s finest. Reservations are essential given its limited seating and consistent demand — but for a meal that thoughtfully bridges cultural roots and contemporary craft, it’s well worth the effort.
… moreThe dining room reflects this balance of refinement and warmth. The modern, industrial-chic space—think wood, concrete, and clean lines—centers around a large open kitchen, where the Kato team works with calm focus and quiet artistry. It’s a space that feels simultaneously intimate and ambitious.
At the front of house, General Manager Nikki Reginaldi is a standout presence, bringing genuine warmth, enthusiasm, and poise to every service. The broader team mirrors her professionalism: attentive, polished, and deeply engaged, clearly underscoring Kato’s pursuit of greater excellence and recognition.
Guests should note that service pacing is intentionally unhurried and services runs approximately 2.5 to 3 hours for the full experience. The tasting menu sits at the upper end of the fine-dining spectrum ($325 per person), and an 18% operating charge is automatically added to each bill.
For those seeking an elegant, meticulously executed dining experience in the ROW DTLA area, Kato stands among the city’s finest. Reservations are essential given its limited seating and consistent demand — but for a meal that thoughtfully bridges cultural roots and contemporary craft, it’s well worth the effort.
Jen L
Beautiful dinner that we enjoyed from start to finish. Nathan was excellent and educated us so much about the restaurant, the wine, and the food. One of our favorite meals ever
… moreChiara Gallo
We celebrated our 5-year anniversary at Kato, and it couldn’t have been more special. From start to finish, the food was absolutely top-notch — every bite delivered a stunning explosion of flavors. Two standout dishes for us were the delicate crab “soup” and the perfectly prepared lamb — both were unforgettable.
The winemakers took the time to walk us through each selection, which added a personal and thoughtful touch to the experience.
Service was warm, attentive, and seamless throughout the evening. We also loved the open kitchen concept — it’s a treat to witness such craftsmanship up close.
The only minor downside was the temperature in the dining room, which was on the chilly side. Just a heads-up to bring a light layer!
Overall, an incredible culinary journey — refined, creative, and truly celebratory. Thank you, Kato, for making our anniversary night so memorable.
… moreThe winemakers took the time to walk us through each selection, which added a personal and thoughtful touch to the experience.
Service was warm, attentive, and seamless throughout the evening. We also loved the open kitchen concept — it’s a treat to witness such craftsmanship up close.
The only minor downside was the temperature in the dining room, which was on the chilly side. Just a heads-up to bring a light layer!
Overall, an incredible culinary journey — refined, creative, and truly celebratory. Thank you, Kato, for making our anniversary night so memorable.
Gray Stone
Fantastic restaurant. My favorite part of the experience was the service—everyone was incredibly friendly and attentive. If you come here, you’ve got to try the cocktails; each one we had was thoughtfully crafted. The food was creative and flavorful, and created with high-quality ingredients.
The decor is minimalistic and elegant, creating an intimate atmosphere. It’s one of those rare places where you can actually enjoy a conversation without raising your voice. Overall, Kato is the perfect spot for a special occasion or a quiet, elevated night out. I can’t wait to come back.
… moreThe decor is minimalistic and elegant, creating an intimate atmosphere. It’s one of those rare places where you can actually enjoy a conversation without raising your voice. Overall, Kato is the perfect spot for a special occasion or a quiet, elevated night out. I can’t wait to come back.
Rusty Navarrette
Great service with great food. We did the bar tasting menu and was just enough food for the night. Servers were serious at first but then losened up with my jokes and just went with flow. The best part was that “L.A. River” fish with fried skin… Ufff. Perfection.
… moreDandrich Lim
The only bad thing about dining here is the inability to answer the question from my wife “which one was your favorite dish?”
Every aspect of the restaurant was simply perfect. Each dish was a perfect combination of nostalgia and creativity.
One of the best restaurants I have ever visited. Thank you Chef Yao for bringing the Taiwanese flavors to great heights.
… moreEvery aspect of the restaurant was simply perfect. Each dish was a perfect combination of nostalgia and creativity.
One of the best restaurants I have ever visited. Thank you Chef Yao for bringing the Taiwanese flavors to great heights.
Taylor Hallberg
e attended Kato for my husbands 40th birthday and had an incredible experience. Every dish was unique, packed with flavor, and thoughtfully presented. The staff was incredible. Which is a rarity in LA – After living in NYC for many years, we’ve found the customer service in LA is subpar to New York City hospitality. Kato is very much inline with what we experienced in New York City fine dining.
Amazing customer service and attention to detail. My jacket fell off my chair, didn’t even realize it, and they hung it up for me. The space is spacious, smart, upscale without feeling stuffy. I enjoyed every minute and bite of this dinner. Be ready to spend money, but it’s worth it! Thank you Kato
… moreAmazing customer service and attention to detail. My jacket fell off my chair, didn’t even realize it, and they hung it up for me. The space is spacious, smart, upscale without feeling stuffy. I enjoyed every minute and bite of this dinner. Be ready to spend money, but it’s worth it! Thank you Kato
Yungyee W
Food was good, fave was the you tiao. Loved the whole experience until the very end when one of the servers threw our take-home gift bags onto our table. Not even placing the bags in front of us, but just casually throwing them down inches from the table. We left the restaurant confused as to why we were treated that way at the end. We gave the benefit of the doubt that maybe he was having a bad day, but that’s no excuse for a Michelin-starred restaurant. No one greeted us on our way out, no thank you’s, and no have a good night. It seems like after you pay for your meal, that’s that. Inside the gift bags were tea leaves and words that say “bao zhong,” which means take care in Chinese. Maybe these words got lost in translation with the server, but his actions did not seem sincere.
… moreCarl Wong
The 4 of us visited Kato at its old location. We heard so much about Chef Jonathan and the creative Taiwanese fusion dish. We will visit the new restaurant, the atmosphere of the old place was not that great. We were seated outside by the parking lot. It was past Covid, so service was definitely lacking at the time.
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