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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Chinchikurin (Sawtelle) 7.7
Sawtelle
Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki cooked to order on hot griddles, perfect for a fun, informal celebration. The experience is interactive and hearty, with savory pancakes layered with noodles, pork, and cabbage. Not a white-tablecloth pick, but a memorable ‘we’re celebrating’ dinner with friends.
Must-Try Dishes: Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, Squid and scallion okonomiyaki, Yakisoba add-on
Scores:
Value: 8.3 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 7.9 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: One of LA’s few dedicated Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki spots.
Who should go: Friends celebrating casually over something shareable.
When to visit: Early evening to avoid peak waits.
What to order: Classic okonomiyaki, seafood version, yakisoba.
Insider tip: Split two styles to compare sauces and noodle textures.

Hours

Monday11:30am - 4pm, 5pm - 9pm
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11:30am - 4pm, 5pm - 9pm
Thursday11:30am - 4pm, 5pm - 9pm
Friday11:30am - 4pm, 5pm - 10pm
Saturday11:30am - 4pm, 5pm - 10pm
Sunday11:30am - 4pm, 5pm - 9pm