What is the best Michelin restaurant in Palms Cheviot Hills?

n/naka is our top pick for Michelin restaurants in Palms Cheviot Hills, scoring 9.3/10. A Michelin-starred, contemporary kaiseki tasting led by Chef Niki Nakayama.

Any insider tips for n/naka?

Set a Tock alert the moment reservations drop; they go fast.

What should I order at n/naka?

Full kaiseki; add the wine/sake pairing; never skip abalone spaghetti

When should I visit n/naka?

Weeknight dinner for calmer pacing

Who should go to n/naka?

Food-focused couples and milestone celebrators

Best Michelin Restaurants in Palms Cheviot Hills (90034)

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Last Updated: February 2026

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n/naka

A Michelin-starred, contemporary kaiseki tasting led by Chef Niki Nakayama.

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#1 n/naka

9.3

$$$$ Palms

Vibes: Luxury Dining Elite Date Night Magic Birthday & Celebration Central Instagram Worthy Wonders

Chef Niki Nakayama’s modern kaiseki is the defining special-occasion meal on the Westside, balancing deep Japanese technique with California seasonality. Courses move from feather-light dashi and pristine sashimi to warm, comforting clay-pot and grill moments, all paced with quiet precision. Reservations are tough, but the experience feels intimate and personal from first bite to final dessert.

Must-Try Dishes: Seasonal kaiseki tasting menu, Abalone spaghetti with mentaiko and black truffle, Miyazaki wagyu course when offered

What makes it special: A Michelin-starred, contemporary kaiseki tasting led by Chef Niki Nakayama.

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