Izakaya Gazen

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362 E 1st St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Izakaya Gazen is a beloved izakaya dining spot in Los Angeles, CA, cherished by both locals and Japanese residents for its authentic cuisine and inviting atmosphere.

With a focus on utilizing the skills of highly skilled chefs and the potential of the Teppan, Gazen offers a unique dining experience, showcasing dishes like their Japanese Style Omelet, cooked to perfection in just 30 seconds on the Teppan, resulting in a soft and melt-in-your-mouth sensation. The restaurant also takes pride in their carefully prepared Dashi, the base for many of their flavorful dishes, and their special homemade tofu, made using traditional Japanese methods that have remained unchanged for over 200 years.

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4.0577 reviews
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Nancy O.
8/23/2025

Kindness for our large party without reservations was deeply appreciated. The 9 of us really celebrated good food and a good time. The place is conveniently near JANM and entrance to Little Tokyo....

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Maanasa S.
8/9/2025

Excellent service, complimentary hojicha, incredible homemade tofu, calming ambiance Highly recommend!

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Ty D.
6/1/2025

I've been to Izakaya Gazen a few times for lunch and enjoyed the food I've had here. A friend and I came here for dinner before a concert, but unfortunately the experience quite the...

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Mari T.
8/28/2025

Enjoyed the Teishoku lunch at Gazen. I had the Pork Tonkatsu and hubby got the Black Cod. They were both very delicious and filling with the salads and side dishes. First time at this restaurant...

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Lucy L.
9/7/2025

Authentic Japanese dishes, so yummy! I would go back with the rest of my family. The waitresses were attentive

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