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Hinoki & The Bird
Japanese Restaurant$$$$
Century City, Los Angeles
The folks at Eater and LA Weekly like this place. Would you agree?
"Hanoki Black Cod us the best main dish and pork chop is also good"(17 Tips)
"Lobster Roll, Chili Crab Toast and Skate Wing are a must."(8 Tips)
"... w/almonds & pecorino; pumpkin toast; Hinoki black cod) & try their specialty..."(4 Tips)
"raved about lobster roll and kale salad."(11 Tips)
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Connie ChiuDecember 21, 2019Such a gorgeous space, especially in the “garden.” Loved every dish: deviled eggs, uni biscuit, black cod, lobster roll, butternut ravioli, and the miso donuts. Super unique dishes with robust flavors
- Stephanie M.June 20, 2015Share dishes (eg., kale w/almonds & pecorino; pumpkin toast; Hinoki black cod) & try their specialty drinks, too (eg, "son of a bee sting" - gin, ginger, lemon, rose water). Very unique place indeed!
Noah BreezeApril 13, 2023Incredible menu, spectacular drinks, extremely friendly & knowledgeable staff. Outdoor seating has a beautiful relaxing feel and very zen. I will continue to recommend this place for years to come.
Staff PicksFebruary 18, 2016Hinoki & the Bird is serving up a ICHIBA tasting menu every Wednesday evening, with only the best ingredients that chef Brandon Kida finds at the Santa Monica Farmers’ Market that morning.
Nikki FosterJune 11, 2022Great location for groups, good music, food, drinks, outdoor dining, and fun. It's starting to become one of my faves to visit when friends come in town.
Morgan McKeeFebruary 20, 2018Nothing in the area but this it seems... but awesome Asian/Californian tapas. Fish churros to start followed by boar ribs, chicken dumps and the bass, all 👌🏻 and we saw Cuba Gooding Jr. 🤗
Bullfrog & BaumFebruary 11, 2013Always a sweet ending at Hinoki & the Bird. Kalamansi-shiso sorbet, black sesame ice cream with lemon and hibiscus, miso ice cream with butterscotch and togarashi, and matcha zephyr.
Rachel KMarch 24, 2013I love how negronis are the new trendy cocktail. Four delicious takes on the classic here. Highly recommend the Kingston negroni if you want a tropical twist.
Amelie BJuly 26, 2014My new fave place in LA. There is (amazing) food for everyone. Beef tartare is amongst the best I ve had, and black cod is - wait for it - better than nobu. So tender. Great vibe
Wallpaper* MagazineJune 10, 2013Housed in an upscale 42-storey tower. The menu is inspired by the Silk Road, try the grilled drunken duck breast and hinoki-scented black cod served with a piece of the namesake hinoki cypress wood. Read more
Marleine PacilioOctober 17, 2014one of my favorite places. the roasted yam is ridiculous. a must. and the beef tartare is silky, fresh and perfectly seasoned. can't wait to go back and have more.
DJ 🫏🤖May 15, 2015Aside from the ridiculous $28 parking, this hotel lounge/bar is well worth the experience. Every item we tried was a MOFOing delicacy. The miso mochi is seriously out of this world.
Sean BesserMay 10, 2013Fantastic food & great space! Highlights include crab toast, pumpkin toast, beef tartare & black cod. Kale salad was bland, lobster roll was nothing special & didn't love desserts. Great meal overall!
Maritess 💋 CFebruary 23, 2013Really amazing food. Everything tasted delicious! Patio is cute. My favs on the menu were the mussels, salmon and pumpkin toast. And for dessert the miso mochi is a MUST!
Rachel LNovember 10, 2017Such a cool space. Get the lobster roll, chicken dumplings, sweet potato, and sashimi spoons.
- Staff PicksApril 14, 2016For a world class experience of Japanese cuisine, look no further than Hinoki and the Bird. Highlights include the beef tartare, black cod and lobster roll. Read more
q chi TranMay 12, 2013Loved the crab toast, lobster roll, pork belly calamari, the miso donuts, cottage cheese cake. Beautiful restaurant and good service. Great plates of food to share.
Brandon HoangFebruary 19, 2018Black cod, wild boar ribs are excellent. Lobster ramen only served on Fridays so be sure to call and ask for it ahead of time.
Andrew GaldiJune 24, 2015Tasty spicy lobster roll on a black bun. The miso cod was delish as were the yellowtail and hamachi crudo. The short ribs were good, but the pork belly was amazing!
F💫July 29, 2015Yummiest weirdest black sandwich(Lobster Rolls) I've ever had👅.. The atmosphere is spectacular💙.. Lovely staff
Alex StillFebruary 28, 2020Good cocktails. Great food. Pretty slick but casual, organic vibe considering they’re basically next to a parking garage by The FOX building.
AMWJuly 21, 2016During happy hour (Tuesday-Friday, 5:30-6:30), get a burger plus beer, wine or Miyagi Mule cocktail for $20.
Mary LimJanuary 23, 2013Amazing on point service! Food is very tasty. No pretense here...just delicious food, friendly people and homey yet sexy atmosphere
Larisa GrollemondFebruary 11, 2017All the food was great, atmosphere and service were both nice. Parking lot nearby is a small fortune.
Peter SAugust 29, 2013You may look like an idiot trying to open the door, so let someone do it for you. Even if you do end up looking like an idiot, the meal will be worth it.
Jean MarieAugust 17, 2014Amazing service, great food, and extensive wine list. I had a party in my mouth that didn't want to end.- Nate FolkertJune 15, 2022arigatou manhattan- kikori whiskey, carpano antica, orange bitters, angostura bitters $17
Kiat 明February 14, 2013THE most perfect meal in LA of 2013. If you can handle the heat (and you're Asian), you must get the Sambal Skate Wing #ToDieFor
Food, music, interiors were perfect for Friday night. Jamal Lane creates playlists for the owner to use as H&B OST.
Thomas ColtonAugust 7, 2014EVERYTHING is good. FYI Don't wear a Japanese denim shirt like I did. It's the uniform for all of their servers...
Nancy LamDecember 20, 2013Miso mochi! Black cod! Also read the sign before you just pull into the structure. Probably parked in the wrong one cause it was $28.
LinhdaApril 17, 2013My favorite meal of 2013! Every dish was amazing especially the crab cakes and cocktails.
Kira GlasteinNovember 9, 2013Lunch options were impressive. Great service. Try the crab toast and curry monkfish!
BJ F.November 13, 2013Gimme some more sweet baby Jane. Everything was delish. Try the crab toast and the yams.
Thomas BApril 11, 2014Try the okra...perfect blend of fresh, crisp, salt and heat! As a Southerner, I know my okra.- Chris DiiorioMarch 14, 2013Food is amazing. Lobster Roll, Chili Crab Toast and Skate Wing are a must.
RobDecember 24, 2015All the food was excellent... Really, nothing was sub par. Especially liked the grilled octopus and the mussels.
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- Tue–Fri
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat
- 5:30 PM–10:00 PM
(310) 552-1200
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