Description Waku Waku Sake Bar
Waku Waku Sake Bar at 1511 N Cahuenga Blvd brings a lively Japanese izakaya-style experience to Hollywood, with a menu spanning sushi, sashimi, specialty rolls, ramen, poke bowls, rice dishes, and shareable plates. The drinks selection complements the food with sake, draft beer, and refreshing choices such as iced green tea.
Popular choices include spicy salmon, chirashi don, miso ramen, fresh salmon sashimi, poke bowls, Dragon Rolls, and Spider Rolls. Seafood freshness and well-balanced combinations of savory sauces, creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, and tender fish give the menu broad appeal. Most diners can expect approachable pricing around $10-$20 per person, offering good value for freshly prepared Japanese dishes in central Hollywood.
Vegetarian choices are available, while lighter options such as sashimi, poke, tofu, and vegetable-forward dishes suit health-conscious diners. Gluten-free guests should confirm sauces and preparation methods with staff. The casual setting is also described as family-friendly. With current hours centered around midday through early evening, Waku Waku is particularly well suited to lunch, early dinner, casual dates, and relaxed group meals rather than traditional breakfast.
Menu Highlights
Spicy Salmon - Fresh, buttery salmon gains a lively kick from spicy seasoning, creating a rich yet clean bite that has become one of the restaurant’s frequently praised dishes.
Chirashi Don - Assorted fresh seafood is arranged over seasoned rice for a colorful combination of silky fish and tender grains. Its variety makes it an excellent showcase of the sushi selection.
Miso Ramen - Savory miso broth surrounds noodles and comforting Japanese toppings, delivering a warm, satisfying contrast to the restaurant’s chilled sushi dishes.
Poke Bowl - Fresh tuna or salmon combines with crisp vegetables, sesame, poke sauce, and spicy mayo for layers of creamy, crunchy, savory flavor.
Dragon Roll - A colorful specialty roll pairing seafood with creamy avocado and seasoned rice, appealing for its rich texture and polished presentation.
Spider Roll - Crisp soft-shell crab gives this sushi favorite a satisfying crunch and savory depth, making it stand out among the specialty rolls.
Salmon Sashimi - Simply sliced salmon highlights freshness, buttery texture, and clean ocean flavor with minimal embellishment.
Spicy Salmon - Fresh, buttery salmon gains a lively kick from spicy seasoning, creating a rich yet clean bite that has become one of the restaurant’s frequently praised dishes.
Chirashi Don - Assorted fresh seafood is arranged over seasoned rice for a colorful combination of silky fish and tender grains. Its variety makes it an excellent showcase of the sushi selection.
Miso Ramen - Savory miso broth surrounds noodles and comforting Japanese toppings, delivering a warm, satisfying contrast to the restaurant’s chilled sushi dishes.
Poke Bowl - Fresh tuna or salmon combines with crisp vegetables, sesame, poke sauce, and spicy mayo for layers of creamy, crunchy, savory flavor.
Dragon Roll - A colorful specialty roll pairing seafood with creamy avocado and seasoned rice, appealing for its rich texture and polished presentation.
Spider Roll - Crisp soft-shell crab gives this sushi favorite a satisfying crunch and savory depth, making it stand out among the specialty rolls.
Salmon Sashimi - Simply sliced salmon highlights freshness, buttery texture, and clean ocean flavor with minimal embellishment.
Amenities
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Fast service
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Wine
- Catering
- Dessert
- Table service
- Bar on site
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
- Family friendly
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Good for kids
- High chairs
FAQs
(1) What are the opening hours of Waku Waku Sake Bar?
Waku Waku Sake Bar operates on the following schedule: Monday, Sunday (Closed), Tuesday - Saturday (12:00 PM - 07:00 PM). Hours may vary slightly depending on the day.
(2) Where is Waku Waku Sake Bar located?
The restaurant is situated at 1511 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States, a spot that's easy to reach.
(3) How can I contact or make a reservation at Waku Waku Sake Bar?
Reservations and inquiries can be handled over the phone at +1 323-745-0605.
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Fresh sushi. Delicious ramen. Quick service. Best service I've ever had in LA. Incredibly attentive and helpful. Sushi was pretty good and was well prepared. Wasn't too busy when we arrived but it picked up a while later. Recommend a ramen soup, and an order of your favorite sushi. It's pretty adorable so you can splurge without hurting the bank. Can't really go wrong. I'll be sure to be back when I'm in the area.
Nice staff. We ordered poke bowl and it was fresh and tasty. Get the salmon eggs. They were oily and tasty. Kind of like vitamin D gel pills!
Extraordinary! Love at first bite. Everything was on point from the service to the speed and cost and flavor. Plus, the server is super cute. Will definitely return again
We were so happy to have stumbled across this place!! The sushi was absolutely delicious. The fish was so flavourful. Our server was so attentive and friendly. I always had a full glass of water in front of me. Having dinner here was a great experience.
Delicious ramen and sushi! Very friendly owner too!
Best Tonkotsu Ramen ever! Tasty, hot, and good food and fast and kind service!!
Excellent dining experience with delicious yellowtail and salmon Nigri. I'll tell ya, bud, there's very little that could have stopped me from eating entirely what they put down (which came out quickly!). So here I am, reviewing without having taken a single picture for the hungry masses to salivate over. Friends, the reviews are true, the fish here is fresh and generously proportioned. Great wait staff, prompt, professional, and kind.