Azuma Japanese Restaurant

Overview

Welcome to Azuma Japanese Restaurant, a hidden gem located in Gardena, CA. This small eatery offers a wide range of authentic Japanese cuisine with generous portions and fresh ingredients. Azuma is known for its delicious tempura, perfectly grilled chicken and beef teriyaki, and flavorful black cod. The wait staff is friendly and efficient, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. The Wasabi Octopus, served sashimi style, is a delightful surprise that showcases the freshness and quality of the dishes at Azuma.

Customers rave about the beef teriyaki, sashimi, and pork tonkatsu, all bursting with flavor and served with generous portions. The variety on the menu, from yakitori to udon to sashimi, offers something for everyone to enjoy. The cozy atmosphere and attentive service make Azuma a go-to spot for traditional Japanese cuisine.

Whether you're craving a hearty meal or looking to try new flavors, Azuma Japanese Restaurant is a must-visit destination. With a commitment to quality, freshness, and authentic flavors, Azuma promises a dining experience that will leave you craving for more.

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FAQ's

  • What are the most popular appetizers at Azuma Japanese Restaurant?

    The most popular appetizers at Azuma Japanese Restaurant are Yakko Cold tofu, Agedashi Tofu, and Gyu Tataki.

  • Do you offer any vegetarian or vegan options at Azuma Japanese Restaurant?

    Yes, we offer many vegetarian and vegan options, such as Sansai Yakko, Okura Ohitashi, and Kimchi Spicy pickled Nappa.

  • What type of beverages do you serve at Azuma Japanese Restaurant?

    We serve beer options such as Kirin, Sapporo, Hite, Asahi, and Orion. Guests must be 21 or older to purchase alcoholic beverages.

  • Are there any signature dishes that customers rave about at Azuma Japanese Restaurant?

    Customers particularly enjoy the beef teriyaki, black cod, and sashimi salad at Azuma Japanese Restaurant.

  • What can customers expect in terms of service and atmosphere at Azuma Japanese Restaurant?

    Customers can expect a cozy atmosphere with traditional Japanese touches and friendly service at Azuma Japanese Restaurant.

Ratings of Azuma Japanese Restaurant

Yelp

1067

Google

694

Visitors' opinions on Azuma Japanese Restaurant

/ 1067
Eddie C.
Eddie C. 10/04/2024
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I am so glad Azuma reopened after closing due to a fire next door. Why? Azuma serves up some delicious, authentic, and fresh Japanese cuisine! In addition, the portions are very generous. Azuma is a small eatery, located in Gardena. They are always packed. It doesn't matter whether you come for lunch or dinner, be prepared to wait. The good news is the wait is usually short. The wait staff is friendly and efficient and the cooks are quick. Azuma's tempura can rival any of the Japanese restaurants in Gardena, The chicken and beef teriyaki is grilled to perfection and seasoned just right. If you decide on having grilled fish, I suggest upgrading to the black cod, a generous portion of tender grilled white filet that just hits the spot. As odd as this may seem for those that have followed my reviews, I really like their salad dressing that comes with almost every dish. I usually ask for a little extra and they are more than happy to accommodate! This time I decided to try their Wasabi Octopus. I thought it was going to be grilled but I was surprised that it came sashimi style. And what a present surprise! The super fresh chilled octopus sits in a wasabi sauce that just complement each other. It was delicious!! Next time? More tempera, Wasabi Octopus and I'll try their sashimi.
Connie S.
Connie S. 08/04/2024
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Tip: if you get here, go through the back, they have a sign in sheet and there is parking in the back too. I was surprised at the wait when I got here around 4:45. Not knowing there was a sign in sheet, we were parked up front waiting for 5 to hit so we could go in. Luckily, we went in a bit early and they informed us about the sign in sheet and didn't have to wait. I got the sashimi salad which is delicious! Huge pieces of sashimi. Only downside is they don't have ginger!!!
Neal N.
Neal N. 07/04/2024
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I love this place for traditional Japanese food. Just be aware they do get busy for lunch and dinner. They do offer daily lunch specials, along with other specials as well. The limited servers manage to take care of all the diners in a timely manner while the 3 cooks and 1 dishwasher handle the rest. The food is always packed full of flavor and freshness, especially the sashimi. The octopus isn't chewy, it has a nice crisp taste to it. The pork tonkatsu is so good with or without sauce. But most importantly, the cabbage salad is so good! I can't get enough of the dressing with a little soy sauce. The restaurant had been closed for several months due to a neighboring business catching fire. Azuma suffered severe water damage, thus the dining area has a fresh coat of paint and it very clean. The owners of Azuma also own Gardena Bowl, which also get busy throughout the day. They're open from breakfast, lunch, and dinner with homestyle Hawaiian flavors. Either way, you can't lose.
Gloria L.
Gloria L. 28/03/2024
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The black cod and beef teriyaki here is amazing! This small Japanese restaurant hides some of the best beef teriyaki I've ever along with their tender and flavorful specialty black cod. We came on a weekday night at 6pm and the restaurant wasn't busy with plenty of tables available. There is street parking and a parking lot in the back with a very inconspicuous entrance in the back, next to a barber shop. They have dinner combination plates which average to about $30-$35 each, but the portions are huge and quality is spectacular. Servers are friendly and attentive, filling up waters from time to time. I ordered my beef teriyaki medium rare and it came out perfectly cooked as requested and as a sliced up steak. The black cod was flaky and had bones to pick out, but tasted delicious. I also tried the sashimi which others in my party ordered and it was so fresh. Overall a great Japanese restaurant with plenty of items on their menu, from yakitori to udon to sashimi, you can't go wrong with any! I would highly recommend trying them out if you can and definitely try their black cod!
Keran L.
Keran L. 22/03/2024
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It's a super cozy Japanese restaurant. The space is small. There was still a little wait when I dined on a Wednesday night at close to 8 pm. My waitress was friendly and welcoming. The house sake came with a side of edamame. I enjoyed the octopus salad in sweet vinegar. The seaweed salad added more texture to this appetizer. I was disappointed in the tempura, and nothing was crispy; I've had better ones. The broiled mackerel was good, but nothing out of the ordinary. It is a lot of food, which is the pro.
Cary N.
Cary N. 06/03/2024
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3/5 - Service and ambiance is the same as always. A small restaurant vibe with some traditional Japanese touches. The omelette rice was okay... needed salt and pepper, even Tabasco; kinda bland. The pork cutlet "Tonkatsu" was much better. The portion size is good and I have plenty to eat for lunch the next 2 days minimum.
Japanese
Closed Opens at 11:00 AMOpens at 5:00 PM
$$$$ Price range per person $3.3 - $84

Address

16123 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90247
Features

Features

Offers TakeoutOffers Takeout ReservationsReservations Vegan OptionsVegan Options Many Vegetarian OptionsMany Vegetarian Options Accepts Credit CardsAccepts Credit Cards Accepts Android PayAccepts Android Pay Accepts Apple PayAccepts Apple Pay Outdoor SeatingOutdoor Seating CasualCasual Moderate NoiseModerate Noise Good for GroupsGood for Groups Good For KidsGood For Kids Good for DinnerGood for Dinner Street Parking, Private Lot ParkingStreet Parking, Private Lot Parking Waiter ServiceWaiter Service Happy Hour SpecialsHappy Hour Specials Beer & Wine OnlyBeer & Wine Only Offers CateringOffers Catering Wi-FiWi-Fi Dogs Not AllowedDogs Not Allowed TVTV Bike ParkingBike Parking

Opening hours

Monday Sun 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday Sun 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday Sun 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday Sun 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday Sun 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday Sun 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday Sun 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Update on: Mar 12, 2024

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