Katsuya - L.A. Live

4.5

2808 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Good for business meals
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Katsuya is the Los Angeles Times Readers’ Choice "Best Sushi Restaurant" in Southern California and one of OpenTable's "50 Hottest Restaurants in the U.S." Featuring the dynamic pairing of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi and design impresario Philippe Starck, Katsuya by Starck is truly a feast for the senses. With specialty cocktails, unique rolls and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters, Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors to the American palate.

Signature dishes include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño and Miso-Marinated Black Cod. With superb talent and exacting precision, Katsuya by Starck is changing the face of Japanese cuisine.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(213) 747-9797
Website
https://www.sbe.com/restaurants/katsuya/lalive/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Katsuya Uechi
Catering
sbe Catering offers Katsuya's award-winning Japanese cuisine by Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi at any location, for intimate dinners at home, meetings at the office or elaborate parties. Customize your event with tray-passed service, seated dinners or chef’s stations. sbe Catering can do it all! <br />www.sbe.com/meetings-events/services/catering
Private party facilities
From intimate to grand, let sbe Events & Catering plan your perfect event at Katsuya. Katsuya L.A. LIVE accommodates up to 400 guests with design by Philippe Starck, on-site and off-site catering, custom menus by Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi, and premium mixology and specialty cocktails.
Private party contact
sbe Events & Catering: (888) 754-5134

Location
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Figueroa St.
Parking details
Self-parking is available at L.A. LIVE.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Albacore Onion
Flash Seared Binnaga, Crispy Onions, Momiji Ponzu
Yellowtail Jalapeño
Onion Ponzu Sauce, Micro Cilantro
Salmon Caviar
Onion Relish, Pickled Cucumber, Topped with Caviar
Hokkaido Scallop Sashimi
Yuzu Kosho Aioli, Puffed Rice, Avocado, Masago
White Fish Carpaccio
Crunchy Miso, Red Onions, Serrano, Yuzu, Garlic Chips

Chef Katsuya's Signature

Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
Grilled Sushi Rice, Spicy Tuna Tartare, Serrano (4 Pieces)

Hot Starters

Edamame
Salt or Spicy
Shishito Peppers
Yuzu Yogurt, Bonito
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Balsamic Soy, Toasted Almonds
Chicken Katsu Bites
Kanzuri Honey, Pickled Cucumber
Miso Cod Bites
Gem Lettuce, Pickles, Kataifi, 2 Pieces
Rock Shrimp
Spicy Ponzu Mayo, Crispy Batter
Lobster Tempura
Red Onions, Serrano, Cilantro, King Amazu Sauce
Vegetable Tempura
Seasonal Vegetables, Tempura Sauce
Wagyu Gyoza
Pickled Cabbage, Taberu Rayu, Black Garlic Ponzu

Wagyu Ishiyaki

A5 Miyazaki (Japanese), Wasabi Ponzu

Soups & Salads

Classic Miso Soup
Green Onion, Tofu, Seaweed
Cucumber Sunomono
Sanbaizu, Sesame Seeds
Seaweed Salad
Sanbaizu, Sesame Seeds
Crispy & Crunchy Slaw
Garlic Soy Jidori Chicken Breast, Plum Vinaigrette
Market Greens
Root Vegetables, Cucumber, Tomato, Ginger Vinaigrette

Sushi and Sashimi

Sushi Bar

Maguro
Tuna. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Chu-Toro
Medium Fatty Tuna. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
O-Toro
Fatty Tuna. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Sake
Salmon. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Binnaga
Albacore. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Unagi
Freshwater Eel. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Hirame
Fluke. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Hamachi
Yellowtail. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Tai
Japanese Sea Bream. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Ikura
Salmon Roe. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Uni
Sea Urchin. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Tako
Octopus. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Hotate
Scallop. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Amaebi
Sweet Shrimp. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Aji
Horse Mackerel. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)
Tamago
Egg. Available in Nigiri (2 Pieces) | Sashimi (4 Pieces)

Chef Katsuya's Signature

Baked Crab Handrolls
Katsuya's Dynamite Baked Snow Crab Wrapped in Soy Paper (2 Pieces)

Specialty Rolls

Katsuya
Tuna, Hamachi, Salmon, Scallop, Crab, Cucumber Wrapped
Rock Shrimp Roll
Spicy Aioli, Spicy Tuna Roll
Corn Crunch
Shrimp, Corn Tempura, Soy Paper, Aioli
Rainbow
Assorted Sashimi, Avocado, California Roll
Salmon Lemon
Salmon, Ikura, Yuzu Yogurt
Double Spicy Tuna
Marinated Tuna, Cucumber, Serrano, Myoga, Momiji Soy

Combinations

Sushi Moriawase
Chef Combination of 1 Specialty Roll, 8 Pieces Premium Nigiri
Sashimi Moriawase
Chef Combination of 15 Pieces Premium Sashimi
Sushi Set
4 Pieces Crispy Rice, 2 Specialty Rolls, 8 Nigiri, 12 Pieces Sashimi

Robata

From the Sea

Grilled Koji Salmon
Teriyaki, Grilled Forest Mushrooms
Branzino
Ginger Chili Sauce. Available in lb, 2lb Average

Meats & Poultry

Tomahawk Short Rib
Yakiniku BBQ Sauce, Crispy Onions
Australian Wagyu Ribeye (12 oz.)
Carrara Beef, Momiji Soy Sauce
Dry Aged New York Strip (10 oz.)
Truffle Butter, Wasabi Ponzu Sauce
Grilled Chicken
Free Range Chicken Breast, Teriyaki, Mushrooms, Lemon

Kushiyaki

Maitake Mushrooms
Wafu Sauce
Eggplant
Miso Glaze
Sweet Corn
Shichimi Butter
Asparagus
Yuzu-Yogurt
Skirt Steak
Shichimi Butter
Chicken Tsukune
Yakitori Sauce
Scallop
Shiso-Wasabi Pistou
Miso Glazed Black Cod
Broccolini, Pickled Ginger
Wagyu Fried Rice
A5 Miyazaki Beef, Jidori Egg, Hondashi Rice, Vegetables

The Katsuya Tasting (Priced per person. 2 Guest Minimum)

Crispy Rice
Hokkaido Scallop Sashimi
Lobster Tempura
Wagyu Ishiyaki
Specialty Roll
Main Choice of: Short Ribs or Miso Cod
Chef's Specialty Desserts

What 2,808 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Downtown
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Katsuya - L.A. Live delivers "amazing food and service," creating a lively and memorable dining experience. The "phenomenal" Katsuya tasting menu and attentive staff, like Andrew, enhance its appeal. While some reviews mention high prices and service inconsistencies, the delicious dishes and vibrant atmosphere keep it a popular choice for events and special occasions.

2,808 Reviews

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Bobby
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Katsuya at LA Live is a true gem in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. From the moment you step into the sleek and modern space, you’re immersed in an atmosphere of sophistication and vibrant energy. Whether you’re here for a pre-event dinner, a special celebration, or just a casual night out, the experience is consistently exceptional. Service is always attentive and professional. The staff goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome and ensures your dining experience is smooth from start to finish. If you’re looking for a vibrant dining spot with incredible food, stylish decor, and a lively ambiance, Katsuya at LA Live is hard to beat. Highly recommended for both locals and visitors!
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Jeff
VIP
Milwaukee
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. We will be back again when we attend another event at Crypto Arena!
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Mark
VIP
Los Angeles
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Katsuya experience meal is outstanding and would highly recommend trying it. I will be back again to experience it again.
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markb
VIP
Cleveland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience, the service was phenomenal and the food was very good. They have a great mix of cold and hot food. Great place!
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Luke
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Arrived on time for a 530 reservation before at 700 Laker game. Restaurant was busy but not at capacity. Server was inattentive and careless. Finally had to get up and get our own soy sauce from another table that had just left. By 645 even the edamame hadn’t made it to the table. The waitress offered to take dishes off the bill then delivered the bill with none of the dishes taken off. The manager couldn’t have cared less. Of the dishes that actually made it to the table, lowest quality and care of prep of any Katsuya in LA. What an absolute failure of management.
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Raffi
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great night at katsuya GREAT FOOD delicious beautiful and ambient lighting made it even quieter and better thank you..
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Eric
Los Angeles
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We made a reservation for 7pm and there was a hockey game at the arena next door so it was super crowded and super loud inside. We were seated right away and our server was very good. After the game started at 7:30 the crowd thinned out and we were able to have a normal volume conversation instead of yelling at each other from 2 feet away. The food was prepared and served quickly and everything was delicious. The chocolate cake dessert recommended by our server was sooo good.
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Martin
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A trip to conventions, sports, concerts in L.A. isn't complete without a visit to Katsuya. The food is is always good and the staff is really cool. Regular dining or sitting at the bar before/after the game - it's never been a bad time for us. Make reservations and get the crispy rice.
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Nancy
Los Angeles
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great pre-game dinner with friends. We were seated right away, had a friendly and attentive server, and ate delicious food! Thank you for making our evening so special.😊
Katsuya - L.A. LiveResponded on November 11, 2024
Thank you for your five-star review, Nancy! We're Thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience and hope to see you again soon. Sincerely, Oswaldo K. Llerenas Food & Beverages Manager
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Kat
VIP
Orange County
39 reviews
1.0
39 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I was extremely disappointed with our recent dining experience at Katsuya. Our server was unfamiliar with the menu, unable to pronounce basic items, brought us an incorrect bottle of sake without explanation and forgot our beers. His service was slow and the kitchen appeared disorganized — silly errors, forgetfulness and the food arrived intermittently without any clarification or explanation. It would have been nice to know what we were eating. Considering the high price tag of $500 for my family of four, this experience was unacceptable. I suggest you to improve your staff's training and service standards. *Note - we were also celebrating a birthday, details were put on the reservation — not one person addressed this.
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FAQs

Katsuya - L.A. Live offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Katsuya - L.A. Live also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 747-9797.

Katsuya - L.A. Live is rated 4.5 stars by 2808 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015

Additional information

Cross street
Figueroa St.
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Self-parking is available at L.A. LIVE.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Katsuya Uechi
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.sbe.com/restaurants/katsuya/lalive/
Phone number
(213) 747-9797
Catering
sbe Catering offers Katsuya's award-winning Japanese cuisine by Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi at any location, for intimate dinners at home, meetings at the office or elaborate parties. Customize your event with tray-passed service, seated dinners or chef’s stations. sbe Catering can do it all! <br />www.sbe.com/meetings-events/services/catering
Private party facilities
From intimate to grand, let sbe Events & Catering plan your perfect event at Katsuya. Katsuya L.A. LIVE accommodates up to 400 guests with design by Philippe Starck, on-site and off-site catering, custom menus by Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi, and premium mixology and specialty cocktails.
Private party contact
sbe Events & Catering: (888) 754-5134

Katsuya - L.A. Live

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Cold Starters

Albacore Onion

Yellowtail Jalapeño

Salmon Caviar

Hokkaido Scallop Sashimi

White Fish Carpaccio

Chef Katsuya's Signature

Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

Hot Starters

Edamame

Shishito Peppers

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Chicken Katsu Bites

Miso Cod Bites

Rock Shrimp

Lobster Tempura

Vegetable Tempura

Wagyu Gyoza

Wagyu Ishiyaki

A5 Miyazaki (Japanese), Wasabi Ponzu

Soups & Salads

Classic Miso Soup

Cucumber Sunomono

Seaweed Salad

Crispy & Crunchy Slaw

Market Greens

Sushi and Sashimi

Sushi Bar

Maguro

Chu-Toro

O-Toro

Sake

Binnaga

Unagi

Hirame

Hamachi

Tai

Ikura

Uni

Tako

Hotate

Amaebi

Aji

Tamago

Chef Katsuya's Signature

Baked Crab Handrolls

Specialty Rolls

Katsuya

Rock Shrimp Roll

Corn Crunch

Rainbow

Salmon Lemon

Double Spicy Tuna

Combinations

Sushi Moriawase

Sashimi Moriawase

Sushi Set

Robata

From the Sea

Grilled Koji Salmon

Branzino

Meats & Poultry

Tomahawk Short Rib

Australian Wagyu Ribeye (12 oz.)

Dry Aged New York Strip (10 oz.)

Grilled Chicken

Kushiyaki

Maitake Mushrooms

Eggplant

Sweet Corn

Asparagus

Skirt Steak

Chicken Tsukune