Reviews for n/naka in Los Angeles, CA
N/Naka was phenomenal. What an amazing experience! Each dish Chef Nikki created was so delicious and it was all so beautiful I... didn’t want to eat it! The staff were all so friendly, and very attentive to all our needs. Never had to ask for more water ortea. Quickly took away finished plates to bring the next dish. 4 from our party had a pairing with their dinner and all enjoyedit very much! I will be dreaming of this night forever! Thank you Chef Nikki and team for making this such a wonderful time formy family and I. I hope to be back again one day! Read more
N/Naka is an atmosphere that truly envelopes one and nourishes the body as well as the soul. The service, attention to detail,... and warmth of the team are truly world class. The refinement of flavours as well as the complexity of the dishes visually andfrom a gustatory perspective are refined in a way that gently invites one into the beauty and sheer deliciousness of eachingredient and dish. The entire team is truly spectacular, and we were very fortunate to have Emily as our presenter and host. Her encyclopedic knowledge and kindness in maximizing every bite was truly a game changer. The seasonal dish highlightingvarious elements indicative of the summer season was one of the most sensory rich experiences I’ve ever had at arestaurant. The wine and sake pairing is a perfect complement to each dish and there is a really nice balance of differentkinds of sake and wine. The piedrasassi Syrah with Wagyu as the lone red wine in the pairing was a perfect selection opting forflavor and elevating each piece of the dish with a tangible connection to the wine maker rather than a brand name. Herein liesthe beauty of the experience, world class Kaiseki and service, but with the warmth of going to a family member’s house. N/Naka is emblematic of its Chef: simultaneously unassuming in being so inviting and kind, yet utterly transportive beyond themedium of taste. Chef Naka is an incredible chef, and an amazing person. Her talent and humility are ubiquitous in the food,the ethos of the restaurant, and the genuine care of the entire team. All of these elements create what is perhaps the finestrestaurant in Los Angeles and southern California. Read more
Every dish was fantastic. Amount of food is great for an Omakase, they also give you an option of a hand roll (not pictured) if... you are still hungry. Pictures are in order of the course from start the finish Read more
Had an extraordinary culinary experience at n/naka last night. I understand why it's so hard to get a reservation... It was... without equal. The best meal I have ever enjoyed. We got the optional wine and sake pairing to match the 13 course kaiseki andit was perfection. Each course was beautiful, surprising, nuanced, and holy f*ck delicious. I'm in awe of the mastery oftechnique and respect for ingredients displayed by the chefs. Some of the best service I've experienced at a Michelin starestablishment as well. Attention to detail is what sets n/naka apart. The meal ends with a personal thank you from thechef. Filled with gratitude ?? Read more
It was an amazing experience to dine at n/naka. Chef Nakayama is superb with her selection and execution of all dishes and... everyone in the service staff was very knowledgeable and polite. I got the Vegetarian tasting Menu and being a fussy eater,wasn't disappointed at all. Every dish hits the mark with it's own unique cooking technique and flavor. We got the late slot fordinner which began at 9pm and lasted around 3.5 hours. Good luck getting that highly elusive reservation which sells out in amatter of seconds - literally. It took us about 7 weeks of regular sitting on Tock to get a reservation for 4 people but thewait was totally worth it. Read more
the meal started slow, wasn’t impressed by the initial dishes. only started getting into the meat of things (hah) with the A5... wagyu course. everything after that was deliciousness. perfect amount of sake/wine in the pairing. overall, n/naka was nice totry but lacking the creativity/inventiveness that I prefer in my meals. especially at that price point. Read more
Loved dinner here. Their sushi was on point. Their A5 Wagyu lived up to all the hype around A5 and then some. Great sake/wine... pairing. Read more
Eating at n/naka was an experience unlikely anything I have encountered before. I've been dreaming about eating here since the... documentary came out and once I did get the reservation, the hype built day by day. I had such high expectations coming here andwas worried that they might not be met, however, days after I have eaten at n/naka I am still enraptured by the night that Idined there. Magical, mystical, comforting, tranquil, effervescent, and delicious are some of the words that I would describeboth the food and the experience of dining at n/naka. The ambience, the impeccable service, and the flow of the entire nightmade dining at n/naka an adventure, the dishes a symphony. Not only are the ingredients high quality but one can taste the careand love that Chef Niki and all her staff puts into each dish. Highly highly recommend this experience if you get the chance.Go with an open mind, an open heart, and a hungry stomach. You won't regret it! Read more