# Locally owned Japanese food in California > Made for those who prioritize supporting independent, locally owned businesses whenever they sit down for Japanese food. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/best-japanese-food-locally-owned ## Places (7) ### 1. Boba Sound Small, cozy coffee shop with a quiet, chill atmosphere and cute, colorful interior. Offers customizable drinks and unique snacks like crispy taiyaki and cheesy coin bread. Welcomes families and provides free parking, making it a relaxed spot for casual visits. - Address: 1144 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BobaSound ### 2. Kokodeck Japanese restaurant offers fresh sushi and crispy chicken with reasonably priced drinks like draft beer and sake bombs. Atmosphere stays calm and quiet, with clean surroundings and a well-curated playlist. Presentation includes beautifully garnished dishes that stand out from typical spots. - Address: 2966 W Ball Rd, Anaheim, CA 92804, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Kokodeck ### 3. Sodam Boba & Poke Cafe Small restaurant with limited seating and a busy, mom-and-pop vibe focuses mainly on takeout. Atmosphere feels cozy and welcoming despite cramped space, with a steady lunchtime crowd and lines. Known for generous portions and fresh, flavorful poke bowls at fair prices. - Address: 23211 Hawthorne Blvd #100, Torrance, CA 90505, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Sodam-Boba-Poke-Cafe ### 4. Wok & Grill Small restaurant with no seating inside offers takeout only and features a genuinely hot wok in the kitchen. Atmosphere is informal and busy, often with a line outside, serving huge portions of affordable authentic Chinese food. Popular dishes include orange chicken and chow mein, known for generous size and flavor. - Address: 4570 N First St, Fresno, CA 93726, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Wok-Grill2 ### 5. Men-Bei Ramen Simple, quaint ramen restaurant with a cozy, authentic Japanese atmosphere and generous portions. The place fills up quickly around noon, attracting a mix of locals including Japanese diners. It offers healthy, flavorful ramen without modern frills, emphasizing comfort food fundamentals. - Address: 1349 Coleman Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Men-Bei-Ramen ### 6. B & C Teriyaki Outdoor seating dominates the space, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with a nostalgic charm. The crowd is relaxed and social, often enjoying flavorful teriyaki bowls made with tender, high-quality beef and fresh ingredients. Limited seating and a cash-only policy shape the experience, while parking requires some planning. - Address: 901 W Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/B-C-Teriyaki ### 7. Wakamatsu Classic old school Japanese restaurant with a cozy, homey atmosphere and laid back vibe. Small space with just a few tables and a sushi bar, often busy but manageable with reservations. Known for affordable prices and authentic dishes served by a welcoming elderly couple, currently offering takeout only. - Address: 22724 Foothill Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Wakamatsu1 ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.