Kochi

Absolutely LOVED this restaurant, we went for lunch on a rainy day and were SO blown away. The ambiance at this place is very relaxing and the wait staff were extremely kind and attentive.We got the lunch combo that included the Uni Cream Udon and a Spicy Tuna bowl for only $29, which was such a steal for the quality of the food! Not featured in the photo is the Niku Udon we got which was also extremely flavorful! They have half portions which was great for trying a bunch of different dishes, or just if you have a smaller appetite! The presentation of the lunch combo was so beautiful, I'm surprised people aren't swarming the doors to eat here!

I came here because was seeing a show at the local comedy club. This place is a bit quiet, a bit mellow. It's probably better to order to-go. Great service. Good food. One of those places I tried once and can move into the next.

pls bring back the mentai bread, I beg of you. I am mainly writing this review to plead for my beloved bread back. Everything here is phenomenal, the otsumami cucumber appetizer is so addicting I could eat 10 portions. I usually opt for a classic udon (wakame or shrimp tempura) as the others are very heavy, but the mentai cream is so decadent and delicious if you're in the mood for that!

Came here for dinner and we didn't have reservations, so it is nice that they were able to accommodate us last minute on busy Valentine's Day. I would recommend the chicken katsu bowl because the flavors were amazing. The shrimp tempura udon is more simple compared to the complexity of the katsu. It has been a while since I've been to a dimly lit restaurant, so reading the menu required the light from my phone. They have lunch combos, so I would recommend trying it during the lunch hours versus dinner. It's conveniently located next to Largo at the Coronet if you see a show. Overall, it was a good experience.

Dining here was a pleasant, relaxing, and delicious experience. I arrived with one other person on a cold Friday night, and we were seated immediately. The inside of the restaurant was warm, dimly lit, and quiet with jazzy versions of Christmas songs playing over the speakers at a comfortable volume. I loved the art that wrapped around the walls. The ambiance was as gentle and soothing as the udon :)We started with the Otsumami cucumber and got the niku and uni cream udons (half size). Otsumami cucumber:Flavorful and refreshing cucumber salad. A tad small, but the seasoning was to die for.UNI CREAM UDON:So rich and creamy! This was like a warm hug in a bowl. The chunks of uni melt in your mouth, and the noodles are impossibly long and bouncy. This was my favorite dish that we got. I had tasted uni only one other time before this and I didn't like it. Now I know what actually good uni tastes like! The server described it as a cross between fish and chicken, and that sums it up pretty well. We were debating getting the mentaiko cream udon but ultimately chose uni because of the server's suggestion. He noted that the mentaiko tastes more fishy. We felt that the half size was enough for one (not too hungry) person after an appetizer. Niku udon:Thick noodles in a warm, soothing broth with tender beef and sweet onions. Super easy to slurp and gentle on the palate. I also really enjoyed this udon, but I did like the uni better because it was more rich.We ordered the crystal ball for dessert, which is like the viral "raindrop cake" or mizu shingen mochi. While the crystal alone was relatively tasteless, it became refreshing and subtly sweet when combined with the roasted soybean powder and syrup. The dessert was very delicate and light, but the whipped cream on the side just tasted like coolwhip, which threw me off a bit.Overall, with udon this satisfying and an atmosphere this inviting, I was expecting Kochi to be way more packed on a Friday night. They clearly deserve more hype! But for now, it's nice to find a spot with truly amazing food like this that doesn't have a crazy wait time or reservations booked out way in advance. I hope it stays like this.

Nice casual spot for when you're craving thick udon noodles on a chilly night. We ordered the mixed tempura to share - perfect light and airy batter, as well as the crispy rice. I had the niku udon, which hit the spot although a tad too salty. My other dining companions liked the creamy udon dishes (the consensus was mentai over uni cream), and also liked the spicy niku udon even if it did make them break a sweat with the heat!Our server was efficient, handling the busy 730 weekday rush, and had a sassy sense of humor we enjoyed.

I love how they offer half-sized portions so I can try a little bit of everything from the menu. The chili garlic edamame is so flavorful, perfect starter. I recommend getting the spicy tuna rice bowl, fulfilling for two and decent pricing. The hamachi carpaccio was very fresh as well and pairs so perfectly with the ponzu. The spicy tuna crispy rice wasn't my favorite, the rice was a bit burnt. The server was very attentive and efficient considering he was the only one working.

A hidden gem in the middle of LA! I added this restaurant to my bookmarks a little bit after driving by it and finally had the chance to try it. They're known for their udon and it was pretty solid. I loved their chicken katsu and it was an adequate portion size. Needless to say I couldn't finish it! Everything tasted fresh and the quality was satisfying. Service was outstanding. I'd also like to come in for lunch as it seems like they have some really good value sets, we love a good deal. I would love to get the beef bowl next time.

This is as close as you can get to authentic Japanese food that you can get without going to Japan. I highly recommend the Deluxe Curry Udon and the Spicy Tuna Bowl, which is large enough to share for two people. Everything about this meal tasted incredible. Service was to the point, and it was easy to pay off the meal with a QR code provided on the receipt. Ambience was quiet for conversing, perfect for a date or with family/friends. This is definitely a must try in LA.

Went to Kochi for lunch on 11/12/24 around 1:20pm. A wonderful experience. The food was great, waitress was kind , and super cute place. The yellowtail was amazing.