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Dined on 14 April 2025
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Hawaii4 reviews
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Los Angeles129 reviews
Dined on 13 March 2025
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Washington, D.C. Area17 reviews
Dined on 28 December 2024
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Dined on 21 December 2024
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Davis
Los Angeles1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
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Dined on 7 December 2024
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Margaret
Los Angeles1 review
Dined on 5 November 2024
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Jonathan VIP
Los Angeles1 review
Dined on 26 September 2024
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Izakaya Akatsuki offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 756-6118.
Izakaya Akatsuki is rated 4.6 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
18206 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA 90248