Yamato Restaurant
(310) 208-0100
1099 Westwood Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90024
34.0609
-118.4456
Neighborhoods: West LA, Westwood
What People Are Saying About Yamato Restaurant
The Editor
Martha Burr
Citysearch
In Short
The former Eurochow has been transformed by sparkling modern Japanese decor to create a dramatic and stunning two-story space under white arches and domed ceilings. Mod leather chairs surround dark tables, while mirrors reflect glass, orchids and burnished wood. The upstairs offers dazzling views of a huge sushi bar and lively Westwood diners of all types. Former Matsuhisa and Katsu chefs prepare high-end traditional sushi, plus dishes like braised Kurobuta pork belly, hot mushroom salad and sea bream with golden kiwi.
User Reviews
saratown19
May 18, 2009
Yamato is my favorite! I absolutely love the 911 Roll. The food is always 50% because of happy hour. This is the best restaurant for the college crowd. Always full of UCLA students who are sake bombing before going to their frat parties. They recently got a DJ for saturday nights so expect to hear House and Hip Hop music while dining. *Ask for Pim to be your server! She is the Best!
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dco22
May 04, 2009
Yamato is currently my favorite restaurant! The sushi is above average, the staff is very friendly, and the crowd is mostly college students from UCLA. Whenever I walk in, I am greeted by the Hostess by the door as well as all the sushi makers at the bar. They have a DJ there on Saturday nights to play House and Rap music while you dine. Ask for Jenna to be your waitress. She's Hot! In my opinion, Yamato is the best restuarant in all of Westwood.
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rodney_tonya
May 03, 2009
We wanted a quick bite on our way out to a party and stopped in. They had great 1/2 price happy hour specials. We got to try several different rolls, salads, skewers, and tempura and the total was less than $30. It has an upscale decor but it is in the center of Westwood village and it is not pretentious. It is come as you are with lots of students in their UCLA sweats and t-shirt as well as people dressed for an evening out. Service was adequate and parking is always a challenge in Westwood but I would defineately recommend giving it a try if you arte in the neighborhood.
read full reviewThe Details on Yamato Restaurant
Where to Sit:
The best seats are on the second floor, dead center under the mirror on a little raised dais, offering wonderful views of the entire restaurant.
What to Drink:
A fairly substantial sake list features standard and high-end sakes ranging $18 to $300. The eclectic wine list offers reasonably priced glasses and bottles from Old World and New World regions. There's also a full bar.
The Extras:
A swank, cozy private dining room features red walls and a glittering chandelier, seats 8, and should be reserved in advance.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Private Rooms, People Watching, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene, Prix Fixe Menu
