Location: Topanga
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California, United States Food Guide: 10 Asian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Topanga
Best Asian restaurants nearby. Discover the best Asian food in Topanga. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Asian restaurants near you.. Topanga is a census-designated place (CDP) in western Los Angeles County, California, United States. Located in the Santa Monica Mountains, the community lies in Topanga Canyon. The narrow southern portion of Topanga at the coast is in between the city of Malibu and the city of Los Angeles neighborhood of Pacific Palisades. Topanga had a population of 8,289 as of 2010. The ZIP code is 90290 and the area code is primarily 310, with 818 only at the north end of the canyon. It is in the 3rd County Supervisorial district.
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10. Moku Japanese Cuisine Sushi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By FlyersFanInLA
Moku is a local joint that services the Palisades and specifically the Palisades Highlands. They offer both Japanese and Thai dishes including sushi. The service is always friendly. They are great with kids and you can always get a table. Stick with the standard fare for sushi as they offer a bunch of very American-ized rolls that I am not terribly fond of. The Palisades isn't known for fine dining but in a pinch Moku gets it done. Don't expect Nobu or Jinpachi and your expectations will be set right. Fast, friendly, good for kids.
9. Banzai Sushi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By MelodyC1129
I LOVE this place! They welcomed me and my 2 dogs to a nice patio. Their sushi and meat noodle dishes are fantastic.They really give their all to make your dining experience a great one. Such friendly staff!!!
8. Brothers Sushi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By CarolRororo
This was my second visit and again the food was very good. The service is attentive in this modest location - almost feels like you're in someone's house. But then the bill arrived and I almost fell out of my chair. Granted that I don't eat rolls with rice and mostly had all fish dishes. I just had never spent nearly $100 with tip for just me - and that was with one drink. I'd go back, but would be a little more careful next time.
7. SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 491 reviews
High end sushi. Has 4 locations.
Reviewed By hmill42894
I came here with a friend who absolutely loves this restaurant. We came early enough that we waited maybe 5 minutes for a table for dinner, which was awesome since she told me there is usually a crazy wait. The waiter suggested we try the "Trust Me" after he explained the menu, and that's what we both got. The small sushi plates kept coming, and I was definitely full at the end. The fish tasted so fresh, and everything was delicious! I like how they told us to eat everything right away and not add any sauce if a plate already had it on it. Definitely my first experience with a menu like this, and I loved it!
6. Anantra Thai Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By 385eileenz
This was my second time eating here but my first review.Service was perfect. Food was excellent. Value was good and leftovers were eaten before going to bed 4 hrs. later!This is a small restaurant with an outside eating area that is enclosed. As it was a cold evening, we ate inside in a booth for four. They offer green, yellow and red curry which some restaurants do not offer. My husband wanted the vegetables that come with yellow curry (potato, onion and carrot) but with the green curry sauce which he thought would be spicier. Our waitress said they would make the yellow curry spicier so he ordered that. It was VERY spicy. I ordered their medium spicy fried rice with no egg (I am vegan) and as an appetizer, fried tofu. I wound up cutting the cute triangles (lightly fried and tender) into thirds and added it to my rice and the sauce from the tofu and made myself a huge plate of a delicious dinner. Our friends ordered and shared the Pad Thai and the Orange Chicken which came in an amount that could have served four people. Very sweet and very crunchy, The appetizer plate was shared with me getting 2 of the 4 veggie rolls, and the others eating chicken satay, something with crab and one other item and the four sauces were stupendous. A sweet, a peanut, a chili and one other sauce were dipped, spooned and spread on both my veggie rolls and into my rice dish. I had my rice/tofu packed to go and finished it at 11:30 p.m. when getting home from the Write off Room next door. This restaurant closes early (9:15 p.m.) and due to its size, I would make a reservation as we did however, at 6:15 we saw other tables and booths open which filled quickly by 7:00 p.m. It is hard to see as it is in the far northwest inner corner of the shopping center on Ventura Blvd, and Topanga. Really delicious food.
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5. Shibuya
Overall Ratings
4 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By yelp_is_better
I'm conflicted. A great restaurant should have both delicious food and great service; sadly, Shibuya lacks one. I could rave on for hours about the food -- best sushi in Southern California, freshest fish around -- but other reviewers have already done it justice. Instead, I want to talk about my main grievance against Shibuya: the service. Based off my experience, Shibuya does not know how to treat their customers. To start off, Shibuya does not take reservations -- understandable -- but to secure a table, the process is horrendous. Essentially, they put a list on their door at 2:30 pm and Calabasasians flock far and wide to write their names down.Then at dinner time, in an almost lottery like manner, they begin calling off names, favoring the few who came earlier in the day. In my opinion this system takes the enjoyment out of dining, turning it into a mad competition. Furthermore, the service inside the restaurant is cold and near nonexistent. As there are always people waiting for a table, you are rushed, expected to eat within an hour. The servers take your order once, never to be seen again, and many of them didn't seem to take pride in their job. Multiple orders came out wrong, and we also received items that we did not order. Of course, what we received was amazing, so how we received it is where I took issue. To those of you willing to endure the wait and bad service, I give you a warning. The ambiance inside the restaurant, to some, may be bothersome as the space is small and old. Personally, I enjoy the hole-in-the-wall vibe but at times, constantly bumping into the table next me was testing.
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4. Nobu Malibu
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1508 reviews
Reviewed By BH00973
We visited Nobu with few friends for drinks. The place was quite busy, and we couldn't find a table. We stayed by the bar side, and ordered few drinks. The staff are professional and well-trained. I quit like this place for the friendly atmosphere. I can't wait until I visit again.
3. Sushi Katsu-Ya
Reviewed By Rastabug
Met some old friends for dinner and had a great experience. Service was super, food fresh and the variety was over the top. When we got the check we were pleasantly surprised as well. Would definitely go back if in the area. Parking is a trick. Vallet is $15 but if you can find a metered space it's a few dollars for 3 hours.
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2. Cholada
Overall Ratings
4 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By David B L
Dining in, or getting Take Out from, Cholada, consistently serves up great casual Thai Food. Donât let the Malibu beach front bungalow location fool you, Cholada is the Go To for great Thai. Staff is friendly, helpful and is all Thai, adding to the authenticity. Delicious & a nice varied menu selection! Youâll enjoy! Seywadee Ka!
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1. Topanga Living Cafe
Reviewed By joceejo
I drove past this cafe on my way to Topanga and was surprised by the number of cars outside. On the way back, I popped in for a coffee and immediately fell in love - not only was the coffee strong and smooth but the staff were welcoming and helpful and the ambience was really relaxed. The Pistachio Morning Bun sealed the deal... I knew I would be back. When some girlfriends suggested meeting up, I had just the place... and we all agreed it is our new favorite place! One of my friends ordered a cup of tea and it was served in a cute antique chime cup with a tea strainer and real tea leaves - coming from England, this means a lot! The avocado toast was yummy and another friendâs wrap was given a big thumbs up too. The salads look wonderful and we will be coming back again to try them! You wonât be disappointed! Thereâs a reason for all the cars....
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