Kinjiro
Kinjiro serves traditional Japanese izakaya cooking at 424 E 2nd St, with sake, craft cocktails, and OAD North America rankings in 2024 and 2025.
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- Address
- 424 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
- Phone
- (213) 229-8200
- Website
- kinjiro-la.com
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Opinionated About Dining #199 in North America
Opinionated About Dining ranked Kinjiro #216 in North America in 2024 and #199 in 2025. That sustained recognition gives the restaurant a concrete credential for dinner plans.
Seared Uni, beef tongue, and sake
Traditional Japanese izakaya cooking anchors the menu, with Seared Uni, Thick-cut Beef Tongue, and Wasabi Potato Salad among the signatures. Sake and craft cocktails shape the drinks choice.
424 E 2nd St with quiet pacing
424 E 2nd St pairs a quiet room with leisurely pacing and upscale casual service. Smart casual dress fits the format for a conversation-led dinner.
Cuisine-First Comparison
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinjiro | Traditional Izakaya | $$$$ | Little Tokyo | |
| Bar Sawa | Edomae-style Omakase with Cocktails | $$$$ | Michelin Plate | Little Tokyo |
| Niku X | Modern Japanese Yakiniku | $$$$ | , | Financial District |
| Katsu-ya | Modern Japanese Sushi | $$$ | Brentwood | |
| kodō | Modern Japanese Izakaya with California Fusion | $$$$ | Michelin Plate | Wholesale District |
| n/soto | California-Inspired Modern Japanese Izakaya | $$$$ | Mid-City |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended
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Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Ranked #199
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Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Ranked #216
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Opinionated About Dining Gourmet Casual Dining in North America Ranked #78
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At a Glance
- Intimate
- Elegant
- Cozy
- Sophisticated
- Low Profile Address
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
- Sake Program
- Craft Cocktails
- Organic
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5:30–10 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5:30–10 PM
- Thursday
- 5:30–10 PM
- Friday
- 5:30–10 PM
- Saturday
- 5:30–10 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Minimalist and understated with a down-to-earth, highly intimate atmosphere well-suited for casual dates and small groups.