Shojin

christine glynn★★★★★★★★★★5.03 months ago

I went here for my birthday dinner and couldn’t recommend this place enough! so much care was put into every detail of this restaurant. the menu even lists health benefits of main ingredients. i am vegan and gluten free and couldn’t believe a gluten free vegan japanese restaurant existed! the staff were all so welcoming and kind and helpful, they made our experience unforgettable. they even brought out a surprise birthday candle and cookie for me and my friend (who had a birthday the day before mine) I will absolutely be back any time i visit LA! we tried and shared many menu items, i think a favorite of mine was the dynamite roll and the lions mane karaage. we had strawberry shortcake and apple cinnamon cake for dessert which were also fantastic! i ate so much food but felt amazing still! thank you thank you thank you! what a perfect way to spend a birthday

Rachel Silva★★★★★★★★★★5.07 months ago

Shojin is incredible! The space is really beautiful, with very intimate 2-seater tables in the back room perfect for a date night or special night out. Service was amazing, complete with hand towels before the first appetizer and great descriptions/explanations of every dish as they’re being brought out. The food is thoughtful and everything is vegan and gluten free and made in house. They also don’t use normal sugar. We tried the shojin green gyoza, lion’s mane karaage, Shoj-in-n-out hand roll, purple treasure 5.0, and the harvest curry ramen. Everything was delicious. The ramen was a great portion size. We got share plates and split it. The hand roll was a cool experience because it comes unrolled and you roll it yourself. The purple treasure 5.0 is an eggplant roll and the eggplant pieces on top were intense, way bigger than I was expecting and so juicy. Also a lot of the rolls have “torched at the table” written next to them on the menu. When they bring them to the table they fire it right in front of you and it’s really cool to see. We tried the dessert that comes with miso cookies, black sesame ice cream, and matcha chocolate truffles- this combo of flavors was excellent and surprising. I had never tried miso cookies before and they were so good. For drinks we tried the golden hour mind, which is a functional zero proof cocktail, and the orange yuzunade, which was my favorite and is like an orange juice mixed with lemonade and yuzu. I don’t drink alcohol so it was exciting to see so many thoughtful non-alcoholic drinks on the menu. It was a little pricey, but the food was amazing and the vibes were so nice and the service was fantastic, plus you can really tell the menu is crafted very intentionally. I’d say it is worth the price and then some. I’d love to come back and try an omakase sometime, and if I lived in the area I’d come around every season to try the seasonal items.

Sneha Jain★★★★★★★★★★4.05 months ago

I recently visited Shojin again and ordered the Revolution Ramen 2.0 along with the Lion’s Mane Crisps and overall it was an enjoyable experience. The Lion’s Mane mushroom dish crispy, flavorful. The Revolution Ramen 2.0 was comforting and well-balanced, though the Lion’s Mane definitely stole the spotlight this time. Shojin has a cozy, intimate atmosphere that makes it a great spot for a relaxed meal. The service was warm and attentive, which really adds to the overall dining experience. If you’re looking for high-quality vegan Japanese cuisine this is the place then. I will come back for the sushi and appetizers.

Anya Kester★★★★★★★★★★5.06 months ago

I am not from LA but have family here that o usually visit once a year for my grandfathers birthday. I have celiac so need to eat gluten free. We discovered this restaurant a few years ago and now have gone back every year. The staff here remember us every year and are so kind and wonderful. They always bring out a dessert with candle and sing happy birthday to my grandfather. The food is delicious and 100% gluten free and vegan. We love this place!

Harsh Patel★★★★★★★★★★5.0a year ago

My wife and I first visited this restaurant seven years ago, and we decided to return because we had such a memorable experience. This time, we tried the Shojin November tasting menu (a 10-course offering), and it did not disappoint. The menu was incredibly creative, featuring a delightful variety of dishes and flavors. Two standout dishes for us were the button mushroom and the tempura banana with chocolate mousse—both absolutely blew our minds! The service was warm and attentive, and the staff went the extra mile by taking a photo for us and even arranging a small birthday celebration. Overall, this is a wonderful, upscale restaurant that’s perfect for special occasions. We highly recommend stopping by if you’re looking for a place to celebrate or enjoy an exceptional dining experience.