Best Luxury Dining Elite Japanese Restaurants in Beverly Hills
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Totoraku
Invite-only status makes this LA's most exclusive Japanese dining experience
Essential Picks
#1
Totoraku
9.2
Exclusive invite-only Japanese wagyu BBQ experience where Chef Kaz personally grills premium American wagyu tableside. Known as LA's most secretive restaurant, securing a lunch reservation here signals serious business intentions.
Must-Try Dishes:
A5 Wagyu Omakase, Wagyu Beef Tartare, Grilled Wagyu Tongue
What Makes it Special: Invite-only status makes this LA's most exclusive Japanese dining experience
9.2
Ultra-exclusive eight-seat omakase hidden on the second floor of Two Rodeo, where chef Yusuke Yamamoto serves 22 courses of pristine nigiri with playful energy. The former Urasawa space delivers theatrical presentations like uni-caviar tempura and hay-smoked wagyu that explode with flavor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Uni-Caviar Tempura, Hay-Smoked A5 Wagyu, Melon Ice Cream in Hollowed Melon
What Makes it Special: Former Urasawa space with $390 omakase featuring theatrical presentations.
#3
Matsuhisa
9.1
Nobu Matsuhisa's flagship restaurant since 1987 revolutionized Japanese dining with its pioneering Japanese-Peruvian fusion, creating dishes like black cod with miso that became global sensations. The low-key décor belies the exceptional skill of the staff and an enormous menu where every dish represents three decades of refinement.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black Cod with Miso, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Squid Pasta with Light Garlic Sauce
What Makes it Special: Birthplace of the global Nobu empire and modern fusion Japanese cuisine
Notable Picks
#4
Nozawa Bar
8.9
Michelin-starred intimate omakase counter hidden behind Sugarfish, where Chef Fujita serves 22 courses of adventurous nigiri selected daily from LA fish markets. The ten-seat bar maintains strict timing and traditional preparation, creating a temple-like experience for serious sushi devotees.
Must-Try Dishes:
Japanese Jellyfish, Live Sea Urchin, Blue Crab Hand Roll
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred omakase with fish hand-picked daily from LA markets.
#5
YAZAWA
8.9
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Business Lunch Power Players
YAZAWA specializes in premium A5 Wagyu beef directly imported from Japan, offering an authentic yakiniku experience where diners grill pristine cuts tableside. The restaurant's in-house butchers ensure exceptional quality, with staff providing detailed explanations of each cut's unique characteristics and origin.
Must-Try Dishes:
A5 Wagyu Omakase Selection, Yazawa-Yaki Sirloin, Wagyu Tartare with Uni
What Makes it Special: Only yakiniku restaurant in LA importing entire Japanese cattle weekly.
8.9
This omakase-focused sushi bar delivers daily-flown fish from Japan with a traditional approach that lets ingredients shine. The lunch omakase offers exceptional value with personalized selections based on seasonal availability and guest preferences.
Must-Try Dishes:
Daily Omakase Selection, Blue Fin Toro, Live Santa Barbara Uni
What Makes it Special: Daily fish flown directly from Tsukiji market with zero compromise on quality
Worthy Picks
#7
Sushi Sushi
7.9
Intimate eight-seat counter specializing in single-piece service allowing diners to sample wide varieties. Chef Hilo's 30-year expertise shines through precise knife work and impeccable rice seasoning.
Must-Try Dishes:
Single-Piece Omakase, Blue Fin O-toro, Seasonal Live Fish
What Makes it Special: Single-piece service lets you taste more varieties than typical two-piece orders