Traditional breakfast & lunch options from Japan or France served in a small open kitchen.
Sasha M
This was my first time trying Japanese home-style cuisine. I walked in around 11:30 a.m., and the wait time was about 15 minutes. The food was clean, simple, and thoughtfully portioned. The flavors were light and comforting, and the cute, delicate plating was especially appealing.
The portion sizes were just right—I enjoyed it so much that I completely cleaned my plate, enough to make the chef smile. Overall, it was a very satisfying meal.
I highly recommend the matcha tiramisu for dessert. It was a highlight of the experience.
… moreAlexis Kwok
Absolutely delicious japanese breakfast, a rare find in LA! We got the miso black cod option and the fish was marinated perfectly while still being moist and flaky. The portion isn’t huge but it’s enough to be a light to moderate sized breakfast that feels healthy and doesn’t weigh you down. I would definitely come here again!
… moreJody
I ordered the loco moco and really enjoyed it. The patty was big and nicely firm, the sauce had great flavor, and the egg was cooked just right. The pickled shredded carrots were especially good and added a nice balance. For reference, the sauce was a little on the salty side and the rice slightly sticky, but overall the dish tasted great and I’d happily order it again.
… morewook kim
Finally checked out Azay for brunch. Food was delicious and presentation was exactly as expected. Felt like we were back in Tokyo having breakfast at a hotel. Love the variety of dishes all seasoned delicately but still flavourful. The space is small to give the intimate feel. Definitely want to come back to try their dinner menu.
… morecici w
i love coming to Azay! it’s the highlight of my week! highly recommend getting a reservation since there can be a wait on the weekends and it’s a smaller dining area. the vibe is so cozy and uplifting and everything i’ve tried is incredibly delicious and fresh. i’d come every week if i could! can’t wait until they open up dinner service again because i haven’t tried it yet 🙂
… moreShane Li
I love Japanese breakfasts for their variety, fresh flavors, and healthiness, and this place seamlessly blends that with a wonderful Japanese/French twist. I’ll definitely have to come back and try their dinner sometime.
The restaurant is relatively small. We arrived right when they opened and were seated immediately, but it filled up quickly afterward. The service, while friendly, felt a bit disorganized—three different staff members tried to bring us the bill while we were still waiting for dessert, likely due to how busy they were.
… moreAnastasia Volkova
Beautiful cozy place that gives authentic Japanese vibes with delicious traditional Japanese breakfast options. We got all three types – with Saba mackerel, miso cod and miso tofu and all three were devoured! If you’re a sweet tooth, make sure to check out matcha creme brûlée – YUM! A special gold star for service, the staff we’re very accommodating and we didn’t have to wait long to get our food, which was without a doubt delicious- will be back and bring more friends. Note to book ahead of time as the restaurant is small.
… moreJason B
We truly love everything about this place. My companion found it by searching for authentic Japanese cuisine and it was as authentic as it possibly could be.
Intentionally I ordered Sukiyaki as that has always been one of my favorites. It was heart warming and delicious.
Our waitress was extremely polite and knowledgeable. She paid attention to everything and we felt welcome.
We certainly will go back there next time in LA.
… moreLilian Lin
Hands down the most enjoyable Japanese and French fusion food in town! The bento box shows authenticity and delicacy of Japanese cuisine at its best. The duck confit is pretty good with the couscous. The grapefruit tart, special dessert of the day, was very impressive too! It feels like we don’t get to find this kind of hearty food at this price anywhere else in LA! Reservation is highly recommended!
… moreShalini Saravanan
I really loved this place! Maybe my favorite in LA. I had some house barley tea, the matcha creme brulee and the chawanmushi. I went on a rainy Wednesday morning around 11:30am and there was no wait for a table. It got a lot more busy after that with small groups. I also know the owners and some of the servers participate in mutual aid work in the area, which makes it a business I would support. The best item is the creme brulee. I have dreams about it. it’s that good lol
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