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Silverlake - Izakaya Osen restaurant
4.6

Izakaya Osen

  • Silverlake
  • $$$
  • Sushi
  • Upscale
  • Food
    good
  • Vibe
    good
  • Perks
    good

Food: Distinct flavors and fresh fare

Izakaya Osen surprises patrons with a distinct menu that boasts of creativity and exceptional flavor. The restaurant's top dishes, including the sublime Uni Crab Bowl and the unique Green Tea Mocha Cake, receive glowing reviews for their freshness and innovative taste. However, certain reviews suggest that portions could be more generous for the price.

  • Great Quality

    Consistent mentions of unparalleled freshness and quality across reviews.

  • Okay Value

    Reasonable pricing for quality, though some experiences may vary slightly.

  • Small Portions

    Small portions criticized, not providing enough value or satisfaction.

Top 3 dishes at Izakaya Osen

  1. 1

    Green Tea Mocha Cake with Goma Sesame Ice Cream 🏆

    Delicious, warm, mochi-like texture perfectly complements sesame ice cream.

    Green Tea Mocha Cake with Goma Sesame Ice Cream dish
  2. 2

    Played Sushi and Sashimi

    Extremely fresh, presenting a unique texture and flavor, almost otherworldly.

    Played Sushi and Sashimi dish
  3. 3

    Uni Crab Bowl

    Generous fresh blue crab and decadent uni create sublime flavor synergy.

    Uni Crab Bowl dish

Vibe: Cozy and elegant, with noise

You'd feel at home in the cozy and elegant ambiance of Izakaya Osen. Its trendy, vibrant decor has a very positive buzz amongst patrons, making it perfect for a romantic date or a night out with friends. The restaurant's extensive drink menu also impresses, although the volume of the music is a recurring complaint.

  • Great Buzz

    Many find the restaurant trendy, lively, and extremely photogenic for social media.

  • Okay For Dates

    Ambience appreciated, but space sometimes tight and busy, affecting date quality.

  • Bad To Entertain

    Loud bad music played during dining was a negative aspect.

Perks: Challenging parking but accommodating servers

Izakaya Osen stands out with its reservation management and staff service. Any difficulties in getting a spot to yourself will be assuaged by how quickly and professionally you'll be served by attentive staff members. The diverse menu, ranging from vegan to gluten-free options, ensures all dietary preferences are catered to. That being said, find alternative parking as parking space at Izakaya Osen is notoriously hard to come by.

  • Easy To Reserve

    Reservations through Yelp streamline process, making it convenient for guests.

  • Bad For Pets

    Server annoyed with pet, imposing restrictions; poor pet accommodations.