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Katsuya - L.A. Live, Los Angeles, CA

Katsuya - L.A. Live

4.5
4.5
2823 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

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.

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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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

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Menu

Katsuya - L.A. Live's menu was last updated 2024-03-14.

Cold Starters

  • 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

                                                                                                                                                Last updated: March 14, 2024

                                                                                                                                                What 2,823 people are saying

                                                                                                                                                Katsuya - L.A. Live reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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                                                                                                                                                4.5
                                                                                                                                                4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                                • 4.5Food
                                                                                                                                                • 4.4Service
                                                                                                                                                • 4.2Ambience
                                                                                                                                                • 3.9Value

                                                                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                                                                                • Downtown

                                                                                                                                                  Good for special occasions

                                                                                                                                                • Downtown

                                                                                                                                                  Lively

                                                                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                                Katsuya - L.A. Live offers a vibrant dining experience in downtown Los Angeles with "amazing food" and a "cool ambiance." Guests appreciate the stylish decor and lively atmosphere, perfect for pre-event dinners or casual nights out. While some note service inconsistencies, the overall experience is "highly recommended."

                                                                                                                                                2,823 Reviews

                                                                                                                                                1. Paul VIP

                                                                                                                                                  Los Angeles1 review

                                                                                                                                                  1.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 1
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                                                                  Arrived over 90 minutes before a game. Lengthy wait to be served and then waited over an hour and did not get our food before we had to leave for the game. Terrible service.

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                                                                                                                                                2. Elsa

                                                                                                                                                  Los Angeles1 review

                                                                                                                                                  1.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on April 4, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                  We ordered right when I sat down because we were in a pinch for time to get to a game. The waiter messed up our order and took FOREVER to bring us the rest of our food. We wait roughly like 20 min and to scarf down our rolls in less than 5 min to get to a game that had already started . Didn’t get to enjoy our food as we were rushed to leave.

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                                                                                                                                                3. Barbara VIP

                                                                                                                                                  San Diego12 reviews

                                                                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on April 4, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                                   My husband, and I have eaten at this restaurant many times, but this time we were seated on the side away from the bar, which was a much better experience because it’s somewhat quieter. Our server did an excellent job and was very attentive and I thought the food was better this time than it has been in the past. Having said that our dinner cost around $300 plus tip which, these days, is probably par for the course. The house fried rice was nothing to write home about and was $28 so I will not be ordering that in the future.

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                                                                                                                                                4. Isaac

                                                                                                                                                  Los Angeles25 reviews

                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on April 1, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                  Good sushi, lovely atmosphere and great location for dinner

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                                                                                                                                                5. Fernando VIP

                                                                                                                                                  Los Angeles54 reviews

                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on March 31, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                  The food was exquisite and very filling. Service was top of the crème friendly and efficient. No wait time and very flexible on seating.

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                                                                                                                                                6. Sophia VIP

                                                                                                                                                  Los Angeles5 reviews

                                                                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on March 26, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                                  Food is delicious, but a bit overpriced for the portions. We came to eat before a Kings game so it was busy and very loud. Our server could have been more attentive but we were in and out any way.

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                                                                                                                                                7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                                                  Los Angeles1 review

                                                                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on March 23, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                                                  Food was great but the service was definitely below what I would consider acceptable for the price point. Waiter was not very attentive, and the bathrooms were pretty destroyed with no towels to even dry your hands by the end of our meal.

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                                                                                                                                                8. John VIP

                                                                                                                                                  Denver14 reviews

                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on March 20, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                  We were very impressed by the food. The crab hand rolls were fantastic, with very solid fried rice. Food came quickly and the service was very helpful. Great meal before the Laker game.

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                                                                                                                                                9. AshRizk VIP

                                                                                                                                                  Los Angeles3 reviews

                                                                                                                                                  1.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on March 16, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 1
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                  Service was not very good and there were three things on the menu that they ran out of, and the food that was brought very great quality. I go to Katsuya a lot, and this was the first time it was really bad! 
                                                                                                                                                  Katsuya - L.A. LiveResponded on March 25, 2025
                                                                                                                                                  Hi Ash, we're truly sorry to hear that your experience here with us didn't live up to expectations. We take your feedback seriously and are disappointed to hear about the issues with our service and running out of items on the menu. We appreciate your loyalty and hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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                                                                                                                                                10. Diana

                                                                                                                                                  San Francisco15 reviews

                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                  Dined on March 15, 2025

                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                  I love this restaurant, location, food, service. Highly recommended.

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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 2823 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                                                                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
                                                                                                                                                • Delivery & takeout
                                                                                                                                                  Order direct
                                                                                                                                                • 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

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