Takami Sushi & Robata

(213) 236-9600

811 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90017 34.049561 -118.258531

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Neighborhoods: New Downtown, Downtown, Central LA

Hours:

Monday To Thursday From 11:30 AM To 03:00 PM Monday To Thursday From 05:00 PM To 11:00 PM Friday From 11:30 AM To 03:00 PM Friday From 05:00 PM To 12:00 AM Saturday From 05:00 PM To 12:00 AM Sunday From 05:00 PM To 10:00 PM

Price:

$$$

Last updated 10.15.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Late Night Dining, Outdoor Dining, View Dining, Theater District Dining, Private Rooms, People Watching, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Happy Hour, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene

General Info:

Open 7 Days

Cuisine:

Japanese

What People Are Saying About Takami Sushi & Robata

Featured Review

Martha Burr

Contributor

In Short – Twenty-one stories above downtown L.A., the breathtaking nighttime cityscapes here feel like a movie set they're so dramatic. One corner of this dynamic penthouse patio is a sleek, sultry open-air lounge which flows into the mod, sophisticated dining room. The scene buzzes with mixed groups of suits and well-heeled downtowners. The menu features a full high-end sushi and robata grill bar; specialty dishes include lobster dynamite, daikon foie gras, Chilean sea bass and Angus filet mignon.

Editor's Tips

Happy Hour:
The daily happy hour takes place from 4pm to 6pm. Items like popcorn shrimp and spicy tuna rolls are half-price in the lounge.
Know Before You Go:
Dinner at Takami gets you immediate access to the adjacent Elevate Lounge--unless it's already at capacity.
What to Drink:
An excellent sake list has half a dozen premium and super-premium sakes by the glass, decanter and bottle. The global wine list offers 50 selections; corkage is $15.
Save Time:
There's complimentary shuttle service to Staples Center and the Music Center.
The Extras:
The Kimono Room features outstanding views, audio-visual capabilities, and has an optional private patio.
ambiance
93.12999725341797% positive
  1. views of the city are incredible as well.
  2. highly recommend Takami if you want to have a night out full of good sushi, a hip atmosphere, and good service.
  3. If you go on a week day night when it is not completely packed the service is fine, the food is good (and not overly expensive) and the view is fantastic.
  4. The ambience and the view is beautiful but it was ruined by the bad service we received by the Hostess mainly.
  5. We definitely enjoyed our dinner & the beautiful view of LA.
  6. The food is ok, and the parking is awful!
  7. The views are stunning, service is good, and food is great.
  8. the place is well done, may be some people call it old fashion but to me it was nice decoration, food is good but expensive, don't get me wrong I do pay for good food but here you don't get for what you pay.
  9. It's a great experience and a fun place to take out-of-towners too.
  10. Nice decor, some music playing in the background, very hip place.
  11. What you are really paying for here is the ambiance, which was great just wish the sushi was the same.
  12. So anyways, I would def recommend Takami Sushi, for nice dinner and to enjoy the vibe and atmosphere.
  13. The only plus: a nice view and ambience.
  14. Although in may not be the very best sushi you've ever had, overall the amazing view of the LA skyline and the exceptional service we experienced insures that we will be back!
  15. It is a great lunch spot (we saw the LAPD Chief there talking business) and the view is great.
  16. The view and space is amazing!
  17. have to admit the place was really nice and the view was cool & the crowd was older business class.
  18. This restaurant had a great atmosphere and a great setting.
  19. Tragically inept service and management, but a very nice view
  20. wanted to go here for my birthday because I thought what better than a sushi restaurant with a great view but now I regret it.
  21. The view was great but the sushi quality was average.
  22. The "long lunch" crowd can enjoy some interesting wines and Sakis sitting and staring at the great view of Los Angeles (on a clear day).
  23. Its on the 21st floor of a building and offers a great view of the city.
  24. The hip environment was fun, but not snobby or uncomfortable.
  25. The trendy decor, exceptional sushi, and superior service all made the night enjoyable for us at Takami.
  26. great atmosphere
  27. food was great, ambience was spectacular!
  28. Great sushi and amazing view
  29. The atmosphere is great, the lounge leaves a little to be desired (the DJ on both nights I went was pretty lame but I?
  30. Really good Japenese with excellent views
  31. Great food and great view!
  32. The ambience is good, the service is great!
  33. Good food/service, great setting, fantastic view.
  34. regret going here for my birthday the food is overpriced for what they give just 2 people hardly ordering much food became 90 bucks, I'd much rather go to koi and spend 150 on a great meal and a great ambiance.
  35. Next time I'll just have a drink and enjoy the view.
  36. gave this place 3 stars; one for ambiance, one for good service, and one for ok food.
  37. It is a very nice place with a very cool ambience.
  38. It's at the top of a high rise in downtown with awesome views and good food.
  39. The staff impressed my client, the view is amazing, and the atmoshere is great (keep in mind downtown was dead at 6pm and now it rocks as hard as West LA at 10pm).
  40. The restaurant is very trendy, great views, nice lounge.
drinks
95.83000183105469% positive
  1. Next time I'll just have a drink and enjoy the view.
  2. Huge variety of beers and cocktails.
  3. The "long lunch" crowd can enjoy some interesting wines and Sakis sitting and staring at the great view of Los Angeles (on a clear day).
  4. All the staff was so nice - - our waiter Lucas was so attentive and made the BEST food and drink recommendations.
  5. Our waitress was attentive and made sure our drinks were refilled and our order came out ok.
  6. The bartenders were AWESOME, the drinks were rather expensive, but very good!
  7. Wonderful people, personalities, food, and drinks.
  8. Takami Sushi is definitely the place to go if you are looking for great people to serve you delicious food and drinks.
food quality
82.9800033569336% positive
  1. Mediocre sushi at best.
  2. The views are stunning, service is good, and food is great.
  3. The food was decent, but the service was such a sh*t show, I found it hard to focus on the food.
  4. The must haves are: the sweet scallop present, spicy albacore, and crispy rice.
  5. would highly recommend Takami Sushi over any spot I have been in LA for the food, energy, and setting.
  6. We go there for many business lunches because it is always reliable for good food and service.
  7. Best atmoshere in LA and great sushi
  8. The food was delicious but have they not heard that it is a faux pau to allow your client to wait 15-20 minutes between appetizer meals to be served?
  9. The food is always fresh and good, service is always attentive and accomodating.
  10. The food was of excellent quality, and the staff did a very good job at explaining the menu items.
  11. Everything we tried was memorable, including the manager checking in with us to make sure we were happy with our meal and service.
  12. Their sushi rolls are about 8 pieces, and appetizer and entree very good sized portions.
  13. regret going here for my birthday the food is overpriced for what they give just 2 people hardly ordering much food became 90 bucks, I'd much rather go to koi and spend 150 on a great meal and a great ambiance.
  14. The Sashimi is always fresh and sliced in healthy size pieces.
  15. If you go on a week day night when it is not completely packed the service is fine, the food is good (and not overly expensive) and the view is fantastic.
  16. The food was really good!
  17. The food on the other hand was magnificent!
  18. at anryate, the food was pretty good.
  19. Great sushi and amazing view
  20. The food was mediocre at best and so is the service.
  21. Our server was very helpful, the food was so tasty and original.
  22. highly recommend Takami if you want to have a night out full of good sushi, a hip atmosphere, and good service.
  23. gave this place 3 stars; one for ambiance, one for good service, and one for ok food.
  24. the place is well done, may be some people call it old fashion but to me it was nice decoration, food is good but expensive, don't get me wrong I do pay for good food but here you don't get for what you pay.
  25. The view was great but the sushi quality was average.
  26. Like I always say, I don't mind paying $$$$ for good food.
  27. The sashimi was really fresh and the handrolls were packed with flavor.
  28. We did order more food, but I think this much for lunch is definitely going to be reserved for days we can charge the lunch in or take a client out.
  29. But when I am charged a grip for mediocre food, that pi#&es me off.
  30. It's at the top of a high rise in downtown with awesome views and good food.
  31. The trendy decor, exceptional sushi, and superior service all made the night enjoyable for us at Takami.
  32. The robata steak had good flavor, but was very tough.
  33. Presentation was ok ( but what's the point of presentation when the food is horrible), and the price definitely not worth it.
  34. My had dinner and the sushi was really good.
  35. food was great, ambience was spectacular!
  36. The food was very mediocre, the service was worse and it was outrageously expensive.
  37. The food, service, and people are great.
  38. The food is ok, but I do believe this place has the WORST service in ALL LOS ANGELES!
  39. The food is ok, and the parking is awful!
  40. This is my favorite sushi restaurant.
  41. As for food, again a little pricey, but DEFINITELY worth the trip!
  42. As far as food, a few dishes we tried were delicious.
  43. wanted to go here for my birthday because I thought what better than a sushi restaurant with a great view but now I regret it.
  44. There are many great sushi restaurants in Los Angeles that are terrific and a fair value.
  45. What you are really paying for here is the ambiance, which was great just wish the sushi was the same.
  46. Wonderful people, personalities, food, and drinks.
  47. The sushi was not that great.
  48. All the food we had was absolutely delicious.
  49. If you want to see the world and have a good meal at the same time this is the place to b.
  50. Great food and great view!
  51. It really is a shame considering the food was wonderful.
  52. If you think this place's sushi is fantastic, I highly urge you to eat out more.
  53. They have a great variety of cooked and raw dishes, so everyone can enjoy something.
  54. All the staff was so nice - - our waiter Lucas was so attentive and made the BEST food and drink recommendations.
  55. Food was terrible CONVAYER style , premade sushi.
  56. Good fusion sushi rolls
  57. Takami Sushi is definitely the place to go if you are looking for great people to serve you delicious food and drinks.
  58. Our party of four tried a little of everything (robata, seared yellowtail with diced chiles, duck breast, tropical avocado bowl, spicy tuna on crispy rice, 21st roll, etc.).
  59. The food was also very very good and they had some nice Valentine's specials.
  60. travel alot and find this place to be one of my favorite roof top restaurants in the world mainly because of the awesome food, setting, and awesome General Manager who is always making sure we are enjoying ourselves.
  61. My co-workers and I tried this place for the first time last week for dineLA and we really enjoyed the food and service.
  62. went here for my birthday & the sushi is definitely not great.
  63. had Takami 10 coctails, very tasty and on the strong side.
  64. Although in may not be the very best sushi you've ever had, overall the amazing view of the LA skyline and the exceptional service we experienced insures that we will be back!
  65. Spicy Tuna on crisply rice is a great appetizer, very tasty.
  66. The food and service are really good.
  67. Good food/service, great setting, fantastic view.
  68. Also we got, penthouse roll - very good, and I got Grilled Salmon in teriyaki sauce - it was melting in my mouth, great dish.
  69. Arrogant unattractive hostesses, need customer service class, long wait for empty outside seating area, great food but not worth the horrible service
  70. In addition to tradition sushi rolls Takami has some of the best signature rolls in town!
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. They have a great variety of cooked and raw dishes, so everyone can enjoy something.
  2. Huge variety of beers and cocktails.
  3. The food was of excellent quality, and the staff did a very good job at explaining the menu items.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. This is my favorite sushi restaurant.
  2. It is a very nice place with a very cool ambience.
  3. great place
  4. If you want to see the world and have a good meal at the same time this is the place to b.
  5. It is a great place to have a nice dinner with friends or significant other.
  6. It's a great experience and a fun place to take out-of-towners too.
return potential
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. Although in may not be the very best sushi you've ever had, overall the amazing view of the LA skyline and the exceptional service we experienced insures that we will be back!
service
74.26000118255615% positive
  1. Our server was very helpful, the food was so tasty and original.
  2. wanna be one of those rude people that act like its too light or something but it really tasted like sparkling water and cranberry instead of vodka and cranberry, we told her and she took the same glass and poured more of a ?
  3. The food was decent, but the service was such a sh*t show, I found it hard to focus on the food.
  4. the place is well done, may be some people call it old fashion but to me it was nice decoration, food is good but expensive, don't get me wrong I do pay for good food but here you don't get for what you pay.
  5. The food was very mediocre, the service was worse and it was outrageously expensive.
  6. The food, service, and people are great.
  7. They will not last with bad management and service like that.
  8. Arrogant unattractive hostesses, need customer service class, long wait for empty outside seating area, great food but not worth the horrible service
  9. The trendy decor, exceptional sushi, and superior service all made the night enjoyable for us at Takami.
  10. Service was very good as well, waitress was fast and very attentive.
  11. regret going here for my birthday the food is overpriced for what they give just 2 people hardly ordering much food became 90 bucks, I'd much rather go to koi and spend 150 on a great meal and a great ambiance.
  12. Tragically inept service and management, but a very nice view
  13. didnt experience any bad or rude service either.
  14. Very attentive.
  15. She didn't greet any guest, slightly rude and even with reservation we had to wait for 45:00 to be seated, what's the point to get reservation if you have to wait any way.
  16. The service was excellent.
  17. The bartenders were AWESOME, the drinks were rather expensive, but very good!
  18. Service was slow, servers kept serving our orders to the couple next to us.
  19. All the staff was so nice - - our waiter Lucas was so attentive and made the BEST food and drink recommendations.
  20. If you go on a week day night when it is not completely packed the service is fine, the food is good (and not overly expensive) and the view is fantastic.
  21. Wonderful people, personalities, food, and drinks.
  22. The food was mediocre at best and so is the service.
  23. Takami Sushi is definitely the place to go if you are looking for great people to serve you delicious food and drinks.
  24. no offense, i wear it too but i dont act like a snobby princess if im in customer service) girls just stand there and look u up and down til u say ud like to be seated.
  25. gave this place 3 stars; one for ambiance, one for good service, and one for ok food.
  26. My co-workers and I tried this place for the first time last week for dineLA and we really enjoyed the food and service.
  27. Our waitress was attentive and made sure our drinks were refilled and our order came out ok.
  28. Everything we tried was memorable, including the manager checking in with us to make sure we were happy with our meal and service.
  29. The ambience is good, the service is great!
  30. The bartenders were very nice though.
  31. The ambience and the view is beautiful but it was ruined by the bad service we received by the Hostess mainly.
  32. The views are stunning, service is good, and food is great.
  33. The food is always fresh and good, service is always attentive and accomodating.
  34. After waiting for 10 minutes to speak to to so-called manager, I explained to him our horrible experience.
  35. went there 3 times and everytime I went there is this 1 asian hostess who is just not friendly nor helpful.
  36. The food is ok, but I do believe this place has the WORST service in ALL LOS ANGELES!
  37. Good food/service, great setting, fantastic view.
  38. p.s. i think i got the same unattractive, "big" hostess, i only write this bc she was wearing a very not classy, short, very revealing dress that looked more appropriate for a cheap club, and not an upscale restaurant.
  39. The food was of excellent quality, and the staff did a very good job at explaining the menu items.
  40. The food and service are really good.
  41. We go there for many business lunches because it is always reliable for good food and service.
  42. Food was ok, our server wasn't great either, we asked if we will be able to walk over to the lounge after dinner and he directed us back to that hostess.
  43. highly recommend Takami if you want to have a night out full of good sushi, a hip atmosphere, and good service.
  44. Although in may not be the very best sushi you've ever had, overall the amazing view of the LA skyline and the exceptional service we experienced insures that we will be back!
  45. The staff impressed my client, the view is amazing, and the atmoshere is great (keep in mind downtown was dead at 6pm and now it rocks as hard as West LA at 10pm).
value
67.36000061035156% positive
  1. As for food, again a little pricey, but DEFINITELY worth the trip!
  2. There are many great sushi restaurants in Los Angeles that are terrific and a fair value.
  3. Presentation was ok ( but what's the point of presentation when the food is horrible), and the price definitely not worth it.
  4. The food was very mediocre, the service was worse and it was outrageously expensive.
  5. the place is well done, may be some people call it old fashion but to me it was nice decoration, food is good but expensive, don't get me wrong I do pay for good food but here you don't get for what you pay.
  6. If you go on a week day night when it is not completely packed the service is fine, the food is good (and not overly expensive) and the view is fantastic.
  7. regret going here for my birthday the food is overpriced for what they give just 2 people hardly ordering much food became 90 bucks, I'd much rather go to koi and spend 150 on a great meal and a great ambiance.
  8. The bartenders were AWESOME, the drinks were rather expensive, but very good!
  9. Arrogant unattractive hostesses, need customer service class, long wait for empty outside seating area, great food but not worth the horrible service
  10. Their sushi rolls are about 8 pieces, and appetizer and entree very good sized portions.
  11. p.s. i think i got the same unattractive, "big" hostess, i only write this bc she was wearing a very not classy, short, very revealing dress that looked more appropriate for a cheap club, and not an upscale restaurant.
  12. Price was not bad either, its pricey but not on the very expensive side.
wait time
58.33000183105469% positive
  1. Arrogant unattractive hostesses, need customer service class, long wait for empty outside seating area, great food but not worth the horrible service
  2. Service was slow, servers kept serving our orders to the couple next to us.
  3. This is one of our favorite restaurants - a quick lunch or a long lunch, can be had.
  4. After waiting for 10 minutes to speak to to so-called manager, I explained to him our horrible experience.
  5. The food was delicious but have they not heard that it is a faux pau to allow your client to wait 15-20 minutes between appetizer meals to be served?
  6. The "long lunch" crowd can enjoy some interesting wines and Sakis sitting and staring at the great view of Los Angeles (on a clear day).
1 Star Rating: Poor

02/14/11

Bad Service

by Carltonbon

Waiter and hostess were rude. Manager, promised tickets for the club next door (Elevate Lounge) never came back to our table. Had to go deal with the rude hostess in the front, who told us that we didn’t need tickets to get in, wrong info btw. After sitting and spending $50 on drinks at elevate lounge , security came around and started to kick people out. Telling a group about 30 people that had dinner at Takami, that we had to get out and get our hand stamped in the lobby. Oh, it was ok for us to sit there for an hour and spend money on drinks, but as soon as 10 pm rolls around you need to go and make room for people paying a cover charge. Why let people in and get drinks before 10 pm…bunch of BS, never going back to either place.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

08/29/10

The most Perfect Los Angeles dining

by rallynut

Simply one of the top 5 sushi restaurants in LA. Love the ambiance and the setting. Well done!!

4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/16/09

Try at Least Once

by reviewandbereviewed

My girlfriend took me out to Takami for a nice occasion for a dinner. It is a very nice place with a very cool ambience. If you sit by the window you can oversee alittle bit of LA, but mostly the financial district buildings of downtown. So if you come there with a date, I would def recommend sitting on the outside patio by the window, very cool vibe. Nice decor, some music playing in the background, very hip place.

As far as food, a few dishes we tried were delicious. Spicy Tuna on crisply rice is a great appetizer, very tasty. Also we got, penthouse roll - very good, and I got Grilled Salmon in teriyaki sauce - it was melting in my mouth, great dish. And miso soup and edamame, same as everywhere. Some people were saying their portions are small, but I would have to disagree. Their sushi rolls are about 8 pieces, and appetizer and entree very good sized portions. I had Takami 10 coctails, very tasty and on the strong side.

Price was not bad either, its pricey but not on the very expensive side. Our bill for the above order came out to 80 bucks before tip, which is not bad at all, and we were full. So if you come here to enjoy a nice light (meaning not stuffing yourself out) dinner, it will not cost you an arm and a leg.

Service was very good as well, waitress was fast and very attentive. Elevate lounge next door is nothing special, just your basic hollywood type lounge, with dj spinning top 40 (which I dont care for too much). Hostess at Takami was kinda bitchy as far as getting us to the Elevate, she kept saying shes waiting for a club manager to come out and give us tickets, which never happened, i think she was just bs'ing. But my GF worked her around that by asking a security guy at the club while i was in the restroom. Very good maneuvre by her. So anyways, I would def recommend Takami Sushi, for nice dinner and to enjoy the vibe and atmosphere. Worth the visit at least once

  • Pros: great vibe and atmosphere, very good food, not overcrowded
  • Cons: not a great surrounding area
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/16/09

You MUST go and see for yourself!

by HelenwithanE

Lunch or dinner Takami is the place to be if you’re downtown Los Angeles. With multiple kitchens providing traditional Japanese dishes to Sushi to the Robata Bar there is something for everyone in your party. Do you have someone at your table that just can’t get the idea of raw fish past their nose? Try the Robata Bar! The baby lamb chops are out of this world. A skewer of Chilean Sea Bass is cooked to buttery perfection.

Sushi lover? In addition to tradition sushi rolls Takami has some of the best signature rolls in town! The Takami Roll is probably my favorite with Spicy Tuna, Snow Crab, Asparagus and Albacore drizzled with Apple Ponzu Sauce. The Sashimi is always fresh and sliced in healthy size pieces. Don’t forget the Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice or the Tropical Avocado Bowl. Yum!

The servers and managers go out of their way to complete the experience. You can sit and never be rushed out of your table or you can let them know you are limited for time and every effort is made to accommodate your schedule.

Nice folks! Great Food! Beautiful restaurant!

It’s a great experience and a fun place to take out-of-towners too.

Enjoy!

  • Pros: Something for everyone
  • Cons: Can't think of one
3 Star Rating: Average

04/15/09

great place

by luncher

This is one of our favorite restaurants - a quick lunch or a long lunch, can be had. The food is always fresh and good, service is always attentive and accomodating.

We go there for many business lunches because it is always reliable for good food and service. It is filled with people, yet quiet enough to have a conversation without shouting.

They have a great variety of cooked and raw dishes, so everyone can enjoy something.

The "long lunch" crowd can enjoy some interesting wines and Sakis sitting and staring at the great view of Los Angeles (on a clear day). On a warm enough day, the patio is a fine place to dine and enjoy the sunshine.

  • Pros: great view, attentive service, fresh and creative fish

The Details on Takami Sushi & Robata

Place Categories:

  • good more food
  • great experience
  • good exceptional service
  • great hip place
  • mediocre food
  • bad service
  • great exceptional sushi
  • favorite sushi restaurant
  • great hip atmosphere
  • mediocre premade sushi
  • great people
  • fabulous albacore sashimi
  • rather expensive drinks
  • great crowd
  • very attentive waitress
  • helpful asian hostess
  • nice dinner
  • great setting
  • very tasty great appetizer
  • not great server
  • fantastic good foodservice
  • great ambiance
  • great beautiful view
  • beautiful ambience
  • recommend elevate lounge
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