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Kato Restaurant Los Angeles Reviews
I had an incredible dining experience at Kato last night.
The team did an amazing job with the food and wine pairings. Each course felt thoughtful and perfectly balanced. What impressed me the most was how the chef elevated traditional Taiwanese flavors into a fine dining experience. Familiar tastes from m
Kato really feels like a Michelin star restaurant.
Every course was beautifully presented and the descriptions from the servers added so much to the experience. The menu blends Taiwanese flavors with modern, elevated touches and the wine pairing was truly impressive. It all came together in such a t
Had the tasting menu with all the add-ons.
Overall, I'd give it 4.75 out of 5 stars. Service was excellent -- super attentive and thoughtful. Ambiance was great, really set the tone for a special night. Food was mostly fantastic -- a most dishes were standouts, but one or two didn't
First off, the service was impeccable.
We were greeted and served by different crew, and they were all very professional and nice. We also met Jon the owner/creator and if you don't know who he was, you may not noticed because he was modest and blended in well with the rest of the cr
We went here to celebrate my sister's graduation for
We went here to celebrate my sister's graduation for completing her masters! It was my first time coming here and the service was excellent. They were incredibly thoughtful and attentive to our needs without us having to ask. The food was absolu
Worthy of Michelin star? 100% yes.
.. this place is definitely worth the visit. This is located in a nice area in the row in DTLA. There was also a big parking structure here so there will be no problem finding parking. Kato does do 2 hour validation so that's also a plus. We o
I visited for the summer collab with Animae.
I expected a collab between Animae and Kato; after reviewing the menu and comparing against Animae's menu, many of the dishes were exactly the same. The 3-stars is for falsely advertising this event as a collab when it was simply a takeover. An
I regret not indulging in the full tasting but since I've
I regret not indulging in the full tasting but since I've had such bad luck with these uber expensive places lately I'm apprehensive. Nontheless Kato was really good. They boast one of the best collections for spirits I've seen in a Mi
Kato is a Michelin-starred experience that delivers an
Kato is a Michelin-starred experience that delivers an exceptional flavor journey--but with a few caveats you'll want to know before booking. Let's talk food first (because wow): Every dish is beautifully composed and bursting with flavor.
We've been coming to Kato for years now because it's always
We've been coming to Kato for years now because it's always our absolute favorite meal so I can't believe we haven't written a review until now. We're usually too busy reminiscing on the food to jump on Yelp after! The botto
As usual, I rarely write reviews, but I really don't get
As usual, I rarely write reviews, but I really don't get what's all the hype is about at this place. It is a 10 course tasting menu, with the first 3 course served together and are all small bites slightly larger than a dollar coin, and la
It brings me no pleasure to write a negative review.
In fact, this may be my first restaurant review. But I had a very disappointing experience at Kato, and I hope this can provide a fair warning to would-be diners, and a sobering message to the staff and kitchen at the restaurant. Here is the main
I recently visited Kato Restaurant in downtown Los Angeles,
I recently visited Kato Restaurant in downtown Los Angeles, drawn by its Michelin star and Taiwanese chef. While I had high expectations, the upscale casual ambiance and visible tables from the outside didn't quite match the Michelin-level experience
I came here to celebrate my birthday.
I've heard great things about this place and was excited to try a michelin star taiwanese restaurant. Our dining experience took a total of 3 1/2 hours, so I did have to pay extra for parking even after validation. Every dish was very delicious and
Food was fantastic.
Bit pricey but the quality, atmosphere, taste and customer service made it worth the experience. Also anytime I can support a Taiwanese chef then that's a cherry on top. I didn't realize the host who was so welcoming and so professional was the GM.
I used to live just 2 blocks away from here, and would go
I used to live just 2 blocks away from here, and would go to Monte Alban at least once a week to get their Cafe de Olla. Imagine my surprise when, after leaving the neighborhood for over 3 years, my GPS takes me back to my old neighborhood, to a litt
Kato, located in downtown Los Angeles, is a dining
Kato, located in downtown Los Angeles, is a dining destination that redefines modern Taiwanese cuisine with a creative and refined approach. This Michelin-starred restaurant offers an intimate and immersive dining experience that leaves a lasting imp
Man....I was rooting for this place to be good sooooo badly
Man....I was rooting for this place to be good sooooo badly I recently learned that the owner was from my hometown so I went to go give it a shot. Paid for 2 of the tasting menus at $170 only to be presented with lackluster uninspired dishes that j
AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE.
The food didn't come out too slow like some places the perfect pace. We came 20 mins earlier than our reservation and they sat us and started right away. Their service is just beyond and you are really paying for that overall experience and they deli
An amazing dinner - perhaps our best ever.
The ambience the service paired with an incredible tasting menu. It is fine dining in a relaxed friendly hospitable setting. The savory donut filled with uni topped with iberico ham and caviar may just be the best single bite of food. The flavors w
One rarely associates Taiwanese cuisine with Michelin stars.
Traditionally, it evokes images of bustling street food vendors and humble eateries. However, what Jonathan Yao has achieved at Kato is nothing short of revolutionary. After sharing a few reels on my Instagram, I was inundated with inquiries about m
Fantastic all around food and service.
Can't say it really reminds me of my family's Taiwanese food. Feels like a French-Asian fusion to me. Bar tasting menu with the uni donut supplement clocked in at $275 and was perfect overall meal for me. I managed to finish solo in 1h15m and was hap
An exceptional experience starts before you even set foot
An exceptional experience starts before you even set foot in the restaurant, and this was exactly the case with Kato. I booked a spot for dinner on a recent brief visit to LA and left some requests on my reservation. Before I even had a chance to sho
Ambiance- that perfect minimalist combo of concrete, wood,
Ambiance- that perfect minimalist combo of concrete, wood, and steal and somehow feels warm and inviting. Not pretentious or cold at all. The service was perfection. Everyone involved took pride in what they do and pride in the place. Every detail
One Michelin star gunning for a second.
Visited back in January and I'd be remiss if I didn't leave a review. Great place for a special occasion. This place was outstanding from start to finish. The courses were inventive, light, and tasty. We felt really well looked after by the service
In the end, a disappointment.
But not a disaster. Is the food good at Kato? Sure. Is it exceptional, or truly interesting? No. Does it justify its own price tag? Absolutely not, considering it's among the weakest of LA's one-starred Michelin restaurants, with a price point that
This will be a long one.
Let's start with I was recommended this place by one of the cooks. I was told this will be a great mind blowing experience and the food is delicious. The service was so great that is the best part of this whole experience. They are so present and cle
I really wanted to like Kato but the high price is hard for
I really wanted to like Kato but the high price is hard for me justify the food. While none tasted bad, none stood out either. Many of them had very simple and frugal ingredients. I couldn't help but think about the many great Chinese restaurants in
Came here for the bar menu which is cheaper than the
Came here for the bar menu which is cheaper than the regular meal by $100. Added the wagyu supplement. Service was good at the bar. The stools were a bit high to get up as a short person. Added some drinks which were both pretty good. 1. Shiso mu
Located in dtla and has easy self parking.
The food is Chinese/Taiwanese fine dining. The chef uses quite a bit of cumin which personally is not my favorite spice. The concept is creative by elevating traditional Chinese flavors into fine dining dishes but I personally rather have the authe
I've been so curious of this restaurant and I heard good
I've been so curious of this restaurant and I heard good things from a friend so decided to try it for a fancy date night. Food: 5/10: Food was generally tasty with a few mediocre courses but nothing blew me away or was super memorable. I also reall
Finally got the chance to dine here and I was quite
Finally got the chance to dine here and I was quite impressed with the food, ambiance and service. We took an Uber to avoid parking but there was a parking structure nearby. We arrived a little bit earlier than the reservation but they let us sit a
Though pricey, I will say this restaurant is 110% worth the
Though pricey, I will say this restaurant is 110% worth the price. Kato surpassed our expectations on all accounts - food, drinks, service, ambience. I would love to return (going to start saving now...). First impression, this place felt like if Mu
Food is exceptional.
Chef Jon is very creative. Except for two dishes, we enjoyed every bite. The savory dish we didn't care for was the dumplings. It was too rich and the sweetness of the squash did not go well with the coconut milk. We love all the other savory dishes.
We went into this restaurant with an open mind and wanted
We went into this restaurant with an open mind and wanted to love it. Overall the ambiance is nice, with the music just noticeable in the background without it overpowering any conversation you might want to have. Service is excellent as well. The dr
Best restaurant in Los Angeles bar none! Been visiting
Best restaurant in Los Angeles bar none! Been visiting since the West LA location and every dish continues to inspire and delight! The milkbread, sea urchin donut and the caviar dish are highlights! The cocktails are excellent and worth the try (th
Overall, the food and service here are top notch! The chef
Overall, the food and service here are top notch! The chef is inspired by traditional Taiwanese flavors, and creates dishes with those flavors and high end ingredients. If you have eaten a lot of Taiwanese food, the flavors are well balanced and deli
Kato is my first foray into Asian-inspired fine dining.
Nestled away in the Row area of DTLA near where Smorgasburg LA is hosted, they're extremely low key and easy to miss. Get a reservation and enjoy some of wildest preparations of Asian flavors you'll ever experience.A lot of the flavors are very Taiwa
人生的必修課是接受無常，人生的選修課是學
人生的必修課是接受無常，人生的選修課是學習放下，在逆境時請記得， 有時必須先跌到谷底， 才能在人生裡更創另一個高峰！啊前兩天放了 超級便宜， 點一堆再加外帶才 70幾元的中餐館
This right here is the best you can get hands down.
Major plus that the chef is embracing the heritage and making us proud. Everything is perfect and non fussy. Everyone who cares at all about food needs to pay attention to what chef is doing here.
The hostess kicked us out of the entrance while we were
The hostess kicked us out of the entrance while we were waiting for the rest of our party to arrive. She didn't want us standing in front which was so rude! We decided not to eat here because of how bad we were treated.
We were waiting on of our 6 guests to cross the street
We were waiting on of our 6 guests to cross the street before entering this restaurant and were shooed away because we were standing out front. I didn't see one person inside or near us at all so not sure what the urgency was for us to move. So rude,
Best fine dining experience in a very long time! Food was
Best fine dining experience in a very long time! Food was incredibly flavorful and tasty, wine pairing was immaculate! Service was attentive but not overbearing! Highly recommending this amazing place!
Food was okay but I would never ever come back here to eat
Food was okay but I would never ever come back here to eat after seeing cockroaches crawling on the corner. I wish I took a photo
Came for my wife's birthday and certainly this is a very
Came for my wife's birthday and certainly this is a very special occasion type of place. Our server was thoroughly professional and knowledgeable and the whole service team was on top of everything. We were a little embarrassed to ask but yes, if you
Certainly an worthwhile experience.
Had the 13-course tasting menu over serious fine dining approach worthy of their Michelin star. The presentation, service, wine pairing, and attention to every detail was simply superb. Food was clean and every bite just scrumptious. Highly recommend
What else can i say, great Michelin star with great food
What else can i say, great Michelin star with great food and service.
This was one of the best meals we've had in years.
I enjoyed it even more than N-Naka, Benu in San Francisco, and Single Thread Farms. We've been to Kato several times but this was our first time back since they opened in DTLA. We joined them for Valentine's Day and each ordered the wagyu supplement
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