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Kato

4.5 (378) $$$$ $$$$ Japanese, Modern, Taiwanese

Description

Summary: A refined Japanese and Taiwanese tasting unfolds in an open kitchen with striking plates.

Kato offers an industrial-luxe setting with an open kitchen and a wood-fired centerpiece, presenting a 12-course tasting menu that intertwines Taiwanese family flavors with broader Asian diaspora influences. The space showcases bold plates and a curated drink program, including a vast wine selection and a zero-proof lineup, complemented by a tableside experience and a distinctive verjus. The overall mood remains refined yet adventurous, inviting guests to savor each thoughtfully composed course as a cohesive narrative.

Awards

OAD
Ranked # 17 in Top Restaurants of North America 2024
Ranked # 25 in Top Restaurants of North America 2025
Ranked # 14 in Top Restaurants of North America 2023
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James Beard
Best Chef - Winner 2025
Michelin
1 Star 2025
50 Best
Discovery
Discovery
Gayot
1 Toque
Best LA Downtown Mother's Day Brunch Restaurants
Best LA New Year's Eve Restaurants
Recommended

Location

777 S Alameda St Building 1, Suite 114, Los Angeles, CA 90021

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