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Yamashiro Hollywood

Sushi Restaurant and Asian Restaurant$$$$

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Yamashiro Hollywood

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Ranked #5 for scenic views in Los Angeles
"Love the Darth Vader roll."(4 Tips)
"Every thurs night organic farmers market view of city while you shop"(54 Tips)
"Salt Plate Wagyu is amazing."(2 Tips)
"get there by sunset, and watch the city glow during magic hour!"(2 Tips)

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LA WeeklyAugust 4, 2014
Perched in the Hollywood Hills, Yamashiro, was once a private estate with polished gardens, and has been open to the public, as a Japanese restaurant, for over three decades. Read more
michael deveroJanuary 11, 2015
The Miso Soup and Crunchy Chicken appetizers are outstanding! The Miso Soup is probably the best in the world and the chicken is delicious. The view from the restaurant is a must see.
SavoteurJune 2, 2016
The classic eatery overlooks the Magic Castle and Hollywood Boulevard; from the cocktail lounge, indulge while watching ribbons of twinkling lights below. Read more
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Abbey KeckJune 3, 2021
The Kobayashi cocktail (replace tequila with vodka) is a great starter. Then get the waygu beef skewers if you eat red meat. Definitely get the Dragon and the Fiery Dragon rolls.
Connie ChiuJanuary 27, 2019
It’s a gorgeous spot, both interior and exterior for the LA lights view. The food itself isn’t amazing, pretty white washed. Parking is $10 valet and you don’t really have other options.
@JaumePrimeroDecember 2, 2012
Love this cozy fusion Japanese restaurant in the hills of Hollywood. The food is delicious and creative; even if you aren't hungry having a cocktail at night is a must. What a view!
Offbeat L.A.January 28, 2016
Opened 1960. Fine Japanese-style dining. Building constructed in 1914, with romantic views and L.A.’s oldest structure- a 600 year-old pagoda.
Stacy Bo BacyAugust 6, 2018
Make a reservation to visit around sunset. Go for the view and a sushi roll, but skip all the mixed drinks.
Lisa LeeJune 18, 2012
A very romantic place! You should try and get a seat besides the window so you can look at the view while you dine. For dessert, try the strawberry doughnut dessert or the ice cream cookie sandwich!
Dmitry KuznetsovJuly 11, 2016
Very nice place, friendly personal, great view!!
ZenFoodsterOctober 3, 2015
Celebrated my big 4-0 @ this old Hollywood haunt w/ my best LA friends. Come for the drinks, grounds & sunset views but not for the pricey food.
Manish HittalmaniApril 29, 2016
Go there before this landmark closes for good! Great views of Hollywood and the rest of LA! Looks especially nice at night
JennNovember 7, 2011
Great Japanese food, with an awesome Hollywood view. It's expensive and hard to get to - since it's located near the Hollywood Bowl. Try the Darth Vader roll.
Hillary NoelleApril 13, 2015
Great view but bad for vegetarians. Almost no options for non-meat eaters. Dessert and wine were great. Cook indoor garden area.
Nidhi KayMay 3, 2022
Miso cod and wagyu yakitora very good, also like baked lobster roll and chef val, white dragon
BollareNovember 27, 2012
Perfect ambience for a date spot with yummy food and cocktails, especially during the summer when the Pagoda Bar is open. –Sophie
Joy AllenMay 23, 2011
The best view in Los Angeles! Great food and drinks too! I took my boyfriend here for his birthday, it turned out even better than I had planned. I highly recommend going here :)
Cindy SinJanuary 7, 2013
Himalayan salt stake cooked at your table, Darth Vader roll, sake, s'mores and a great view. Nice Sunday date place.
Fatma GencNovember 20, 2015
We had a great menu with sushi. Wagyu wasnt that special and desserts were not so. But the view is worth it!
Raymond ToMay 25, 2017
Happy Hour from 6pm to 8pm
Kate MorganMarch 25, 2013
Come on a Thursday for the farmers market. Stay for drinks on the patio overlooking the city. No other place like it.
JessicaApril 19, 2010
I'm not a sushi person but my friends raved about how great it was. The view of the city is AMAZING. And the ice cream - cookie sandwich is the best dessert I've ever had, you have to order it.
y contentAugust 26, 2011
Great view, great food, great prices. Hit the Pagoda Bar and check out the garden area. Farmer's Market 5pm-9pm on Thursdays. Lamb & Maine Lobster were succulent^2
Sydney WilliamsOctober 12, 2014
Salt Plate Wagyu is amazing. Ask for Nader, best service ever, super attentive.
Sam WingMay 13, 2015
Incredible view, inventive menu. Walk up from Hollywood to EARN your meal.
Yvette BetancourtJune 24, 2014
Best sushi restaurant with killer views! You can't go wrong coming here during the day or night.
Mollie MFebruary 19, 2017
Kyoto palace turned restaurant in LA—with some of the best views out there.
BestOfDecember 27, 2011
All of the above at Yamashiro, a decent Japanese restaurant and drinking establishment blessed with an absolutely incredible setting. Read more
Ana VitikMarch 18, 2015
The loveliest place. They are more than happy to make you a vegan roll which is not on the menu :)
Edward ForteJune 18, 2023
Great view and tasty food
Abdullah OAugust 14, 2013
Great location great food, make sure to sit by the windows to enjoy the city view
Stacey ToddSeptember 1, 2011
get there by sunset, and watch the city glow during magic hour! grand food, ambiance, drinks patrons and service :D
Jessie LeeSeptember 10, 2014
The lobster and the NZ lamb were badly overlooked. The sushi and sashimi were fresh. Overall the main dishes were quite disappointing.
Jon GluckSeptember 12, 2011
Ask for Christina at the bar and have her make amazeballs raspberry lemon drop shots! And feel free to hit on her, she's a cutie :)
Gary LongApril 25, 2017
Cocktail bar has amazing views of hollywood. No rrez's needed there
Jessica DuBoisNovember 30, 2013
Ask for table near window. The service is excellent and the food great. NOT cheap.
Rowena CosucoJune 12, 2013
This is the place for a Martini with a view! I love their Lychee Martini :)))
KatrinaJanuary 27, 2015
Food is not great and it is expensive here but you are here for the atmosphere and the killer view. Great for dates.
Dj StutterJune 23, 2015
Great city view! Go down to the patio and drink up.
Bloomingdale'sAugust 18, 2010
Picture this: you’re perched atop a hill, sitting in a poolside pagoda-style bar, the twinkling lights of LA spread before you like a sea of jewels. How do you say “romantic” in Japanese?
KenApril 8, 2013
The food is good (not stellar), but not traditional Japanese. Remember to carry $15 in cash to take care of valet parking.
Alejandro Lund GagliesiJuly 8, 2013
The view is amazing, good service and food is highly recommended.
Marita RoddyFebruary 19, 2016
Awesome place - view, food, service.
Nourah Al-TwaijriJune 30, 2013
Delicious Food, Great service, amazingly beautiful views of LA! I love it!
Monica PatrickNovember 7, 2017
It was ok. Not too many items to choose from if you are strict vegan/ vegetarian.
Arnie PanameñoDecember 13, 2014
The service was great and the steak is phenomenal.
Isaac CruzJuly 10, 2015
Great tasting dishes, sushi and cocktails. However, sushi is overpriced
Melinda FlynnJanuary 22, 2012
WowZers try the Reclining Buudha for a special treat that will rock your taste buds!! Yummmmmm!!!!
Alena TimchenkoAugust 5, 2013
Beautiful view of the city.You should try brownies with marshmallow
MetroSeeker.comMay 22, 2012
Movie actor Rick Lenz told us he loves this place! "The food is excellent, the views breathtaking." Read more

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