The 2023 Michelin Guide California has announced the inclusion of three LA-based restaurants in its prestigious list of the best places to dine. The Michelin Guide inspectors update their list annually, selecting restaurants with the highest-quality food and service. Being featured in this coveted guide is a dream come true for any restaurant owner, as it provides international recognition for their culinary achievements. Three of the six new restaurants added to the California guide are in LA County.
The story of the Michelin Guide began in 1889 when two brothers, Andre and Edouard Michelin, founded a tire company in central France. To help drivers plan their trips and boost car sales, the brothers created a guide that included maps, places for shelter and fuel, and a list of restaurants.
After serving as an influential guide, the Michelin brothers created a team of mystery diners or inspectors to visit and review restaurants anonymously. The guide started awarding restaurant stars in 1926, now known as “Michelin Stars.” In 1936, the criteria for starred rankings were released. Getting Michelin Stars and placing a restaurant on a Michelin Guide remains among the highest culinary acknowledgments.
The following are the three LA County restaurants included in the 2023 California guide:
Leona’s Sushi House: Located 11814 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604
Leona’s Sushi House is a modern restaurant that combines Japanese and Peruvian cuisine to create fusion dishes that are as visually appealing as they are tasty. Chef Shigenori Fujimoto, Evan Ross, and Frank Leon collaborate to create high-quality dishes that appeal to seafood lovers and others. The restaurant also serves various specialty drinks and cocktails that complement the food. The Whole Baked Branzino, Udon Carbonara, Special Leona’s Sushi, and Albacore Ceviche are some of the most popular dishes.
Niku X: Located 900 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 212, Los Angeles, CA 90017
The restaurant specializes in traditional Japanese Yakiniku-style cooking, reflected in the décor and the food. Chef Shin Thompson uses certified Japanese A5 Wagyu sourced from privately owned farms in Japan, Australia, and Portland, making beef the menu’s centerpiece. The Yakiniku and Tomahawk tasting menus are part of an extensive menu that features various proteins, vegetables, and appetizers. Some popular dishes include the A5 Wagyu Tartare, Certified A5 Kobe Beef, Chef’s Special Daily Charcoal Grilled Fish, and Astrea Oscietra Grand Reserve Caviar.
Sushi Yuen: Located at 18558 Gale Ave., Unit 100-102, City of Industry, CA 91748
Sushi Yuen has an upscale ambiance and fresh sushi that skilled chefs prepare. They offer a diverse range of sushi, including sashimi moriawase, yakimono, and special rolls, but their most well-known dish is their Omakase. The Omakase is a prefixed coursed meal that includes dessert; every course is better than the last. Seared Black Cod, Omakase Nigiri, Shigoku Oyster with Caviar, and Blue Crab Roll are some of their most popular dishes.
Worry no more if you’re looking for a high-end place to dine in LA. These three restaurants will provide you with the best services and food. Grab a table at one of the restaurants and enjoy tasty, mouthwatering dishes.
