Los Angeles · Palms

n/naka

Name: n/naka
Address: Los Angeles, CA, US
Price range: $$$$

#1 in Los AngelesJapanese$$$$

Awards

4.9

★★2 Michelin Stars

James Beard Outstanding

What People Are Saying

“One of the best meals I have ever had. Chef Nakayama has definitely proven that she is more than worthy of her Michelin star status. The chef’s meal was 13 courses that were carefully prepared and served in a specific order so that each dish could be...”

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Niki Nakayama

Head Chef

Niki Nakayama is an American chef and owner of n/naka in Los Angeles, specializing in modern Japanese kaiseki cuisine. Her restaurant holds Michelin star status and she has been recognized as a James Beard Awards finalist.

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What to Order

Chef's Tasting

A 13-course kaiseki progression where the mentaiko black truffle pasta and pine needle-grilled black cod are the courses everyone talks about.

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