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Chinchikurin
$$ · Japanese

350 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (310) 478-0521
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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 7.9
Downtown LA
Vibes: Comfort Food Classics Hidden Gems Heaven Family Friendly Favorites
A dedicated Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki shop where the layered noodle-and-cabbage pancake is the whole point. Crisp edges, sweet-savory sauce, and teppan theater make it a fun, focused meal.
Must-Try Dishes: Hiroshima-Style Okonomiyaki, Mochi Cheese Okonomiyaki, Negi-Topped Okonomi
Scores:
Value: 7.9 Service: 7.5 Consistency: 8 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: One-dish mastery of Hiroshima okonomiyaki.
Who should go: Anyone craving Japanese street comfort.
When to visit: Dinner when the teppan is busiest.
What to order: Classic okonomiyaki, mochi-cheese version, extra noodles.
Insider tip: Add scallions and spicy mayo for more lift.

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