n/naka
12 expert reviews
“Thoughtful's the word here, at a three-hour Japanese culinary experience that could transform the way you view food.”
– Condé Nast Traveler
"This omakase-only, ultrapricey Japanese on an industrial strip of Overland Avenue presents "perfectly crafted", "fascinating" feasts deemed "a delightful extravagance"." Full review
"A year after opening, n/naka has settled into a low-key groove while becoming one of the most (surprisingly) difficult reservations to score in town." Full review
15.0
"Dining out in Los Angeles can generally be a spontaneous affair, but an evening at n/naka will require some forethought." Full review
Four Stars
""A pairing of something common with something unique": This is the way your meal will begin at n/naka." Full review
"The sheer level of cooking in this modest bungalow eclipses what you find in grand dining rooms whose chefs appear in national magazines." Full review
"Chef Niki Nakamaya stands out for her artful approach to kaiseki. She grows her own organic vegetables, and the dishes take your taste buds on a seasonal journey." Full review
"Splurge-worthy Japanese kaiseki haute cuisine."
"You won’t even see a menu at N/Naka, perfectly composed plates will just start arriving. This isn’t in your face food - the flavors are so delicate." Full review
"Chef’s Table star Niki Nakayama helms this omakase (chef-selected) fine dining establishment." Full review
2 Stars
"Set in an attractive and neutral-toned dining room, the space holds a devoted, almost cult-like reverence...her clever creations are delightfully unbound by Japanese tradition" Full review