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Thieves!
The mandatory valet stole my portable charger and charging cable. Pretty upset about it. Came here with my bf to celebrate our anniversary and when we got home we realize that our charger was stolen. I know it was stolen because i never took it into the restaurant and left it in the car. How rude, so much for a "nice" restaurant. Can't even trust the employees there.
Overlooking hollywood
Yamashiro, perched atop Hollywood, offers stunning views and delectable Asian cuisine. Their sushi boat, a standout dish, combines fresh ingredients with expert craftsmanship, delivering a culinary experience that's both visually impressive and deliciously satisfying. Perfect for a memorable dining experience with a breathtaking backdrop of the Hollywood skyline.
Yummy sushi and amazing views!! Definitely book your table
Yummy sushi and amazing views!! Definitely book your table a couple weeks in advance!! Outdoor seating has heaters so it's still warm outside
The Food was good , I got the Spicy tuna crispy roll and it
The Food was good , I got the Spicy tuna crispy roll and it was a solid 7/10 . Better than most dishes. The service was bad . We were a party of 18 , and 2 drinks did not get into our table until we were all done and we told the server we never got them and he told us "well I rang the drinks in so somebody's going to end up paying for them" when we never got them to begin with. Gratuity was automatic so maybe this is why he was giving us such bad service ? If he didn't want to help us , I know another server would have gladly taken us. Never checked or asked if anything was okay.maybe he has some stuff going on in his life.
a hollywood treasure.
always have wanted to go here, luckily had something to celebrate so i went here lol. the building's interior and exterior are meticulously designed. i just went to japan a few months ago and i felt like i was right back in kyoto. old world japan feel. 100 years old. the food was ok, favorite thing was the yamashiro roll and the garlic steak noodles. do not get the agedashi tofu or tempura! just not that remarkable. i don't drink alcohol and was sad they didn't have like soda or mocktails, at least from what i could see on the menu. the views of the la basin were spec-tacular. i will never forget my experience here.
average sushi, unclean cutlery and glasses (We had lipstick
average sushi, unclean cutlery and glasses (We had lipstick on a cup, none of us wore lipstick.) beautiful scenery and ambiance, but subpar experience overall. We suspected there was mold in the large glass bottle of water, but they promised it was coffee grinds from espresso martini's? Despite the possibility of that, either way, it still meant the glass wasn't washed properly at the bare minimum.Matcha green tea was horrible, not earthy or subtly sweet, color was off too, more similar to a glass of water from the Los Angeles river, Increasingly similar to the taste of really dirty dishwater. Steak garlic noodles weren't bad. The servers were nice enough and understanding though. Really wish I could've had a better experience here, the view, architecture and nice staff is really the only reason it has two stars instead of one.
Last night was very monumental.
We celebrated my nieces 40th birthday at Yamashiro and the experience was beyond amazing! For starters, the cocktails were a great lead into an even more exceptional meal. Next onto the appetizers that were both mouth watering and filling. On to the main courses that left each member of the party with way more than just smile, but an overall warm feeling of satisfaction. Finally, the amazing staff delivered an exceptional dessert platter known as what I believe their boat of desserts. In addition, they saying happy birthday on tune to my niece and it just brought somebody smiles to her face. Giovanni and the rest of the staff/team went above the call of duty, the ensure that it was a special celebration for my wonderful niece. I want to personally thank the staff for taking, great care of us. We will definitely be back!
Still nothing from the restaurant.
They really said fuck my stolen stuff. I'll just keep posting until they finally respond back to me.
Yamashiro responded to my earlier review and offered a nice
Yamashiro responded to my earlier review and offered a nice discount to come back and give them a second try after the issues I had with one of their dishes. Last time we went, the experience was spoiled by the Beef Ragu Udon dish. Getting the dish again at no cost was part of the offer Yamashiro offered me, and they did not dissapoint. I'm unsure if they reworked the dish or I just got it on an off night last time, but wow it was SO GOOD this time. This time we decided to dine a litte early while there was still light out, and I definitally recommend that as the view was better. I am changing my review to a five star with the only caveat being that it is expensive, but that's expected for such a nice location in hollywood.
I haven't been since 2018 but I can never stop thinking
I haven't been since 2018 but I can never stop thinking about their red dragon roll! I wasn't a sushi person until I tried that. I now love sushi.
Nice ambiance been here a few times for family birthday
Nice ambiance been here a few times for family birthday dinners the food is fresh and delicious a bit on the expensive side but well worth it. Servers are always on top of everything. Most beautiful views they also have a hookah lounge. Will definitely be back. Good memories
Let me start with saying, the food was delicious.
Each and everything we ordered was great quality and tasted great, and it should've been a perfect experience, although it wasn't. Our server was MIA the entire night. We were sat, he checked in once, where we ordered appetizers and he said he would come back to collect our drink orders, and we did not see him for another 20 minutes. The appetizers were completed before we could flag him down to finally put in an order for a bottle of wine... After the wine arrived, it was another 30 minutes before he came back and rudely asked if we were going to order dinner, as if we hadn't been waiting for him to check back in on us, we always were ready to order when he was at our table because we knew if we weren't we wouldn't see him for a long while. Although I will say runners bringing the food were always helpful and once the food was ordered it did arrive in a timely manner. Though the food was good, I would not recommend coming to this restaurant again, the service was off putting. Theres better sushi elsewhere, where you will receive appropriate service for whats expects at a $100.00 per person meal..
I was there for shisha, not bad) service is good, but in
I was there for shisha, not bad) service is good, but in lounge they don't have a food, only drinks and shisha. View is good
I took a photo of the best part of this restaurant.
Notice there's no food pictures. The atmosphere is great but the service and food was average at best. Definitely not worth the money you pay for it all. If you like good food and friendly service this isn't the place for you. Long story short this place is overrated.
Great food.
Super cool view of Los Angeles and ambiance is great. No complaints on the service. It was great.
Yamashiro is an experience.
Food is good but not something to boast about. People go for the experience, views and service. NOT the food. I love how they have heaters at every table. I forgot my coat as it was cold that day. I didn't have to worry about that. Service is very attentive and i appreciate that. Drinks however are VERY inconsistent. I ordered 3 cosmos and they all tasted very different. The bar in the front was the best one. The bar inside however... i know yall are busy but we sat at the bar and waited a while for someone to acknowledge us. They have a lounge but its reservations only.
Came here for my husband's birthday who is really into
Came here for my husband's birthday who is really into Japanese bonsai and gardening so figured this would be the perfect location to go for the atmosphere. Came early to enjoy the sunset and have a drink and walk around the gardens. Then was seated in the internal garden and Koi pond, which was absolutely beautiful. Our server was super friendly and our food was very delicious. I'm saddened to hear about the mediocre reviews but we had an absolutely fabulous time and would definitely recommend for a special occasion. I especially recommend being seated in the internal garden which is more unique. I personally think it's prettier than the LA city view which you can kinda get anywhere.
Beautiful location with gardens and water features.
We were only there for cocktails but we enjoyed the ambience. Next time we're in LA, we're going to try to get in for dinner.
Great ambience.
Good place to go in big group or a date. They also have a hookah, music at the bottom of the stairs. Fun vibe!
This is a must! First of all I appreciate the valet parking
This is a must! First of all I appreciate the valet parking since space on grounds is limited, so they take care of that for you. And all the waitstaff and servers were all so friendly and personable. The grounds are incredible. Fantastic views of LA, and they have a Japanese garden on the property. Lastly the food was so delicious! I like how they bring items out as they're ready. I recommend getting some appetizers to share; but do your best to order your appetizers and main dishes at the same time. That way nobody feels like they have to wait to eat as they wait for other orders to come out.
What can you say.
It's an experience. The place, the grounds, the view just gorgeous... a super highlight for any visitor to LA. From up there everything is just perfect. Great Romantic spot too. Servers... we had Joey, who was fantastic, very accommodating even with a few little bumps. Everything was yummy...... standouts.. Brussels Sprouts, for fans..delish a bit on the sweet side which is a balsamic sweet. The star was the Short Ribs, we shared it, though it's an ample helping for a solo....just amazing, about as good as they get anywhere. Steak Garlic Noodles were really good & the Crab Fried Rice was ok with an average amount of crab, but ok, not in the class of the others. Valet Parking update... currently about $15. there is no service charge on the bill as other places remarked. If you can come at sunset so you can see the view with the sun's light & then the sparkling lights of the city. Grab a drink at first & walk the grounds for a bit, visit the Buddah & enjoy the gardens.. This place is a treasure.
Great place.
Superb view and very interesting grounds with the hookah lounge etc. crispy rice was great!
Yamashiro has such a cozy and welcoming ambiance.
The outside is beautiful in the afternoon as well as at night time. The food was flavorful and executed well, but the presentation was not standard. Our server was very attentive, and managers walked around to ensure customers were cared for. - Potato salad: generous serving provided; the apples went well with the overall flavor of the potato salad. - House salad: a variety of fresh greens topped with a delectable dressing sauce. - Pork bao buns: the bun was cooked perfectly, but the pork was very soft for my liking; the added veggies went well with the dish. - Brussels sprouts: cooked just right, not soggy or hard texture, but could use a bit more flavor. - Ribeye: lacked presentation but was very soft and highly seasoned. - Steak diane: miso steak sauce complimented the steak very well. - Brownie dessert: brownie was not overwhelmingly sweet, topped with ice cream that balances out the caramel coat at the bottom of the brownie.
The best part was the view the food is bland it look's
The best part was the view the food is bland it look's definitely better than what it taste like
As Good as The Last Time
Excellent Restaurant, visited here a few years ago when in LA and this time was with my son so decided to book again. Certainly, did not disappoint. Food was excellent as was the Service. Fantastic Views of LA from Hollywood Hills.
HORRIBLE FOOD
The worst sushi in L.A. Drinks are amazing the food is tourist trap prices with low quality. AVOID AT ALL COST.
Listen to the many negative reviews and give it a miss
Too many people saying the same thing: Haphazard food delivery – don’t expect to eat as a family its each man for themselves here if you mix hot and cold dishes. Waited for our table for 20 mins at the bar – couldn’t get served… Waited 30 mins for a glass of wine after being seated. Impersonal, cold, sparse and slow service but still the max tip request. Hugely expensive for mediocre dishes – the sushi was praised by my family though. You are just a cog in the machine and they don’t seem to cope or care. They did refund my main meal that came 10 mins before my family’s so got cold and then got reheated and then arrived back after they finished. Well done! I’d had enough of them by then and just wanted to go so we didn’t order desert. All in all a huge costly disappointment – but yes the view and gardens are nice. Maybe take a picnic and save $300!
Great views Terrible service
Went to this restaurant for my sons 21st birthday whilst in LA, first they brought over his starter which he finished on his own then my main course half way through my main they brought out my starter then his side dish after 20min he got his main course, when I complained they told me the dishes are served in no particular order, what a joke!!!!! In all the years that I have dined in restaurants I have never experienced this. Food was mediocre, when I asked for the bill they had the audacity to ask me if I wanted to leave a tip, needless to say I respectfully declined. There are much nicer restaurants in LA, don’t waste your money in this one.
Unforgettable place
The place is unforgettable. Not only does it have a spectacular view of Los Angeles, the gardens are beautiful, the lighting is very special. I recommend going at night, and the food is delicious.
BDay dinner
Worth th experience. Service/ staff was awesome, very attentive n helpful. Food was good. View was amazing. Very nice for a special occasion
Especially the view
Restaurant which is especially worth it for the view and the setting. The view is fabulous. It's wow! The food is good. Toro sushi hmmm a treat! Not a bad choice too. Something to please everyone. Where the bottom hurts is the rest. Already paying for parking to go to the restaurant... uh? In addition with valet, while the cars are parked 2m away. Oh well. Then the restaurant wants to be upscale. The prices are, but not the details. The chopsticks are single use like in any sushi shop down the street. The presentations are not always elaborate and the containers are not always suitable (for the Banana Split tempura: the cup wobbles on the plate). We had a great time but considering the price a little more attention to detail would enhance the experience.
Fantastic location
Some friends who live in California took us to this place. We booked a table outside for 6pm and were able to enjoy the fantastic view of Los Angeles from the very first lights of the evening to enjoying the city lit up in the dark. Breath-taking view. Very well-kept environment inside too, with a Japanese garden. Historic structure, attentive service. Average food for a good Japanese restaurant. Excellent drinks. Perfect if you're not looking for a cheap place.
Memorable experience
It’s a beautiful experience and everyone should go at least once. The view is stunning, the food is great. Strangely the wait for a table was long even on a weeknight even though we had a reservation and we weren’t the only ones. It was stranger because there were some empty tables. My guess is that there were less serving staff. Ask for recommendations if you’re not sure what to order. We loved the sashimi, dragon roll and yes they have kid options too though it’s not listed on the menu.
Don't go to Brunch
A historic and colorful atmophere cannnot make up for good restauranting. They don't make it clear online and in the Resy confirmation that 2:30pm is a "Brunch" not regular menu and that you have to order within so many minutes before the kitchen closes for a few hours reopening at 5pm. Also even though we were one of the few tables being served, the kitchen didn't make sure the eggs benedict has hollandaise sauce. Also, its important that all the guests get the dishes they ordered, they didn't. Food quality was good thought the portions are small save for the biscuits and gravy chicken. Very spotty performance. The reason the Cheesecake Factory is so successful is that they can serve hundreds of tables and not make mistakes. Yamashiro's needs some of their management.
We've been to this place multiple times, the ambiance is
We've been to this place multiple times, the ambiance is good and usually offers great views that are hard to beat compared to a lot of restaurants, it's truly a great location to try because it's very unique.The service is usually good, however I don't think I ever came across a waiter that truly knew the menu to recommend dishes based on what you like or if you were to try something different.It also seems like it's constantly the same tables that are available if you're a party of 2 which is unfortunate if you seek to be seated at a table with a good view.The only unfortunate thing about it is if you and your party are looking to order a few items to share, the tables will usually be very small and not accommodating to what you're looking for.The food is a hit or miss, some items are really good, some are average,This time we picked:For appetizers-Shishito peppers 8/10AUS lamb chop robata 4/10Chilean sea bass 6/10Main:Yamashiro roll 9/10Crispy Tuna tataki 10/10Hamachi mango 5/10Yellowtail Serrano 6/10Toro scallion crispy rice 7/10Dessert:Banana tempura 5/10Cocktails:Double happiness 6/10Japanese Jin and tonic 9/10Honey buck 6/10Kobayashi 6/10Overall I would say the drinks were average, the idea behind them is interesting but maybe the bartender just doesn't know how to make them properly, they seem very sweet and just blend overall.For food I would recommend to stick to the fish options and not indulge to trying the meat, I learned that only very specific places offer good quality items different than what the restaurant speciality is.If you've never been, definitely give this place a try even for once, but whoever is looking for a genuine Japanese experience, this is not the place for you.
Ambience: 4/5Service: -5/5Food:3/5Drinks: 1/5The restaurant
Ambience: 4/5Service: -5/5Food:3/5Drinks: 1/5The restaurant was more than over packed. And they were unbelievably short staffed. We were a party of 9. They took are drink orders. Forgot 3 of the orders. I asked the gentlemen what tequilas they had I was told Fortaleza Blanco/ Reposado. I asked for Reposado they brought me Blanco. When I asked for the correction I was told they don't have the Reposado. Our food arrived all separately on their own time. My steak came with the incorrect side. They brought me a random tequila I had never heard of. Not to mention the food and drinks came super late. My nephew ordered a lemonade right when we got there, they brought his lemonade with the check at the end. I asked for salt from 4 different individuals and ended up going to the bar and asking the bartender for salt myself. Above all the worst part was the valet. Waited more than 1 hour in line in a 55° weather. Just over all super bad experience. For a restaurant that charges high end prices. They DO NOT offer high end service. I would give it 0 stars if I could.
You're definitely paying for the view and the ambiance but
You're definitely paying for the view and the ambiance but the food is mediocre at best. Quite a few of our items were over cooked and the other items were just okay. The service is great though. Ocean was our server for the evening and she was the best! Very kind and very funny!
Your only here for the view.
The food is mediocre and the place has not been updated. Very pricey and very dim so you wont see what your really eating. We were here for an event and there was a power outtage. For 2 hours no lighting not even in the restrooms. They did have little table lamps but they did not have enough heaters for everyone to stay warm. Wearing a jacket is not very comfortable while eating. The service was rushed and the events coordinator didnt know what the heck she was doing. Her name is Sydney. Kept saying the generator arrived during this two hour wait. Huh? you had no generator. You let people into your restaurant with no lighting in the walkways which was filthy, dark and totally wet. They should not have let anyone in. One of the bathrooms had no running water. They didnt even put portable lamps in there and the bathrooms were dirty as well with toilet paper overflowing. Not worth the money. You can go elsewhere with better service.
We made reservations for my wife's 50th birthday dinner on
We made reservations for my wife's 50th birthday dinner on a Tuesday night 3 weeks in advance. Ordered and confirmed a "smash cake" the Thursday before. There was something on our confirmation that said we. Refer to confirm our reservation at least 2 hours ahead of time. When I called, I was told that our reservation had been cancelled and the restaurant was closed for a private event. Multiple confirmations only to be told last minute that the we didn't have a place to celebrate our special occasion.
They are famous of their view overlooking the downtown LA.
But the food has a lot to improve.
Awsome views , sushi is delicious and the drinks are goood .
Ambiance is perfect for a date or any celebration.
Magical evening at Yamashiro
Dining at Yamashiro's was a notable event from beginning to end. With the sensational Hollywood Hills view and sunset, we sat at our high-top table sipping delicious cocktails. The Kabayahsi cocktail is unique and refreshing with notes of hibiscus and ginger. Our service was impeccable but not hovering. The Yellow Dragon Roll was fresh, complex and delicious as was the Hamachi Mango roll. The food at Yamashiro's is inventive and beautiful as well. I highly recommend taking out-of-town guests as the vistas are stunning, the people-watching is very Hollywood and entertaining but the food is center stage.
Way overpriced for the quality and very understaffed.
Service is horrible. They just fill the tables, but don't have the servers. It's a beautiful view but that's about it. Had the tar tar and it was fishy. The sea bass was good, but way overpriced. $48.00 really? Not worth the hype.
Ahoy maties we docked at port Yamashiro to try their famed
Ahoy maties we docked at port Yamashiro to try their famed sushi boat. You need to make a reservation if you plan to go because this place is popular and there will be nowhere to park your ship. We made a 6pm reservation and were seated around 6:20pm which allowed us to have dinner as the sun sets with a great view of the horizon. The seats all have heaters next to them but you should still bring a jacket for the wind. The small sushi boat is just right for two people. Keep in mind that you do not get any say on what goes in the boat and our wonderful server Bailey even told us no boat is the same even if two tables ordered boats at the same time. We got two roles, sashimi, and nigiri in our boat. The fish is buttery, fresh and delicious. Overall this is a very romantic restaurant with tasty sushi and beautiful presentation.
Yamashiro is a Hollywood icon, sitting at the top of the
Yamashiro is a Hollywood icon, sitting at the top of the Hollywood in the hills it provides an impeccable experience with the gorgeous Japanese lodge and gardens aesthetic, the food is great and expect exceptional service, and to pay for it as well
Went here for my birthday this last weekend with friends
Went here for my birthday this last weekend with friends and family and it was awesome! I had made reservations three weeks in advance for about 13 people. I was a little disappointed when we first got there because they sat us outside during a weekend where the rain was on and off. I asked if we could sit inside but because they had a wedding party and it was Óscar weekend it was packed so they said we had to sit outside. Well, I was actually happy that we got to sit outside because it was so beautiful as it became night time and to see all of the view of Hollywood. The food was excellent and so was the service. Our waitress was name Ocean and she took great care of us including the entire wait staff. We even brought a cake, and she happily served it to us as well as sang happy birthday. I haven't been here in many years, and I was so glad to celebrate my birthday there! Ps. Don't know why they have a female bathroom attendant. Every time I used the bathroom she was on her phone playing candy crush lol
Great restaurant! Great views.
Vanessa does a great job managing her staff.We will definitely be back here again.
Everyone in LA should try Yamashiro, at least once.
I feel like with social media these yelp reviews are losing it's popularity but I'm still going to review this place bcus i recently came here for the first time and was blown away by our delicious dinner. Server was great and ambiance was so" L.A." in a good way of course!
I went there last night with my friends to celebrate our
I went there last night with my friends to celebrate our graduation from nursing school. Food was good. We were surprised that it came super fast even with the place was totally crowded. A bad thing about this restaurant: it's to hard to talk because the environment is very loud. We barely talk during dinner because we couldn't hear each other.
My girlfriend and I came here for a late Valentines dinner
My girlfriend and I came here for a late Valentines dinner since we couldn't celebrate the day of due to us being very busy. We love coming here at least twice a year because the view is amazing and ambient environment is even better at least in my opinion. I love their food and try something different every time. One thing that I would recommend is ask how big the dishes are since some are big, some are small, and you won't know what you get until it's at your table. You might be disappointed or surprised depending on the result. As for the drinks I love their alcoholic drinks since their so creative with it and I get so buzzed off one drink. . As for my girlfriend she enjoyed her Shirley Temple and claims it's the "best she's ever had".Now to why we like this place even less now. Our server Ben was talkative and social which I appreciated. The thing is he barely came to our table to check on us. We wanted to order more drinks and appetizers due to our main dishes taking forever, but he was nowhere to be found. Now when our check came the total was $298. For some reason I thought it was $198 so I tipped accordingly to $198. I didn't realize my mistake until my girlfriend checked our receipt. I didn't worry about it since I can just leave the rest of the tip as cash on our table before we leave since we wanted to stay for awhile. Welp not anymore becauseBens attitude did a complete 360 it seemed like he would avoid us, when he would come to our table not a SINGLE WORD, and it really killed our mood because cmon man. Due to this attitude I said screw this he really deserves that subpar tip now.
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