HATCH

Hatch is a hidden gem in downtown LA, famous for its yakitori. You can get good variety of yakitori from chicken to beef tongue and unagi, and yet it offers much more than that. Their house salad is the best salad I have had for a while. The Yaki onigiri is my family favorite, while my personal favorite is the soft shell crab taco--juicy and delicious. The staff members are attentive and friendly. The atmosphere is busy and live but not too crowded. I highly recommend Hatch for your next food adventure in DTLA.

Hatch is a modern Japanese izakaya-style spot offering a great selection of yakitori, small plates, raw bar items, and cocktails. The space feels stylish yet relaxed, with table seating, a bar, and an outdoor patio. We ordered a mix of yakitori and plates, and everything felt well balanced. The Squid Ink Karaage was crispy on the outside and juicy inside, while the Corn Tempura Tower was light, crunchy, and fun to share. The yakitori stood out as well—especially the Chicken Meatball with egg yolk and tare, and the Wagyu & Wasabi, which was rich without being overpowering. We also enjoyed the drinks. The Mai Tai mocktail was refreshing, and the Ring Around the Rosie cocktail paired nicely with the food. Overall, a solid spot for yakitori, drinks, and a relaxed night out in Downtown LA.

Loved our dinner at Hatch. Service was great- very attentive. When we could not decide which sake we wanted, they let us taste a couple. Then you get to choose your own glass - which is a fun little experience. Food was so delicious. Everything we tasted was phenomenal. Love that they have small plates so you can taste a variety of things. Definitely get the ahi tuna and the mushroom- with hot sauce. The vibe is fun. They have fun sayings on the employees shirts. Great place to go as a group, couple or solo.

Perhaps my favorite meal of the year. We had dinner here the other evening. There is ample parking available in the parking structure. The ambiance is ultra-modern. We went with the tasting menu. You get their favorite items for $55 a person. And many of these will become your favorite items as well. Even though they have a full bar, we decided upon a mocktail. They have a seasonal one and it was nice and refreshing. The miso corn soup begins the tasting menu. The sweet grilled corn balances nicely with the salty miso soup. The tuna tataki handroll is a thick cut slice of tuna. The tomato and shallot salsa pairs perfectly. Next is the miso beer spare rib. The rib is marinated in Sapporo and the mest just falls right off the rib. I could have eaten a full rack of these ribs. Their most popular item, the squid ink karaage is next. The best tasting karaage I have ever had is taken to another level when you add a squeeze of the fresh lime and dip it into the black garlic ranch dip. The yakitori skewers are next. The ahi tuna yakitori is thick cut and absolutely delicious. The mushroom party yakitori is so flavorful. The chicken meatball yakitori needs to be mixed in the perfect sous vide egg yolk for another level of flavor. The crispy on the outside onigiri is the perfect ending to the tasting menu. If you still have room, get the grilled Fuji apple. It is a baked Fuji apple with ice cream, fresh berries and a sesame butter cookie. If they sold the cookies, I would buy a dozen. Fantastic service and easily my favorite meal of the year will make this a place I want to come back to time and time again.

HATCH in Downtown LA is one of those spots that hits you with flavor, vibe, and personality the second you walk in. Tucked inside The Bloc, it blends modern Japanese izakaya energy with a fun, laid back atmosphere that makes it perfect for date night, pre event bites, or a chill dinner with friends. The yakitori is the star perfectly grilled, juicy, and packed with that smoky binchotan flavor. The chicken thigh, pork belly, and lamb lollipops are must orders. Their squid ink karaage? Wild. Crispy, bold, and totally unique. Even the small plates go hard corn fritters, raw bar options, and those addictive sauces that make you want to order “just one more.” Drinks are just as strong. Their Japanese whiskey selection is legit, and the highballs (especially the green tea one) are refreshing and dangerously easy to sip. Service is friendly, the space is stylish without trying too hard, and the outdoor patio at The Bloc gives you that breezy DTLA moment. A creative, flavorful, and super fun izakaya experience in the heart of downtown. Worth the trip every time.