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Kato

Chef Jon Yao's Michelin-starred Taiwanese-California tasting menu — one of the most original restaurants in LA

★★★★½ 4.8  (1,400) $$$$ Wed–Sun 5:30–9 PM · Closed Mon–Tue
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About Kato

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Jon Yao earned his Michelin star running Kato as a pop-up in a strip mall, which tells you everything about how he approaches things. The tasting menu at the Arts District location traces a deeply personal California-Taiwanese culinary perspective — dishes that reference his family's cooking through fine-dining technique, without losing the warmth of the original impulse. The cooking is technically precise, emotionally resonant, and entirely its own thing. One of the best tasting-menu restaurants in California.

Must-try dishes

Chef's tasting menu (no à la carte)Cured fish courseTaiwanese-inspired dessert
Address
777 S Alameda St, Ste 170, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Phone
N/A
Hours
Wed–Sun 5:30–9 PM · Closed Mon–Tue
Parking
Street parking and paid lots in Arts District
Reservations
Reservation essential — book 4-6 weeks in advance
Directions
Open in Google Maps

Perfect for

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kato known for?

Kato is chef Jon Yao's Michelin-starred Taiwanese-California tasting menu — one of the most original restaurants in LA. Regulars order chef's tasting menu (no à la carte) and cured fish course.

How expensive is Kato?

Kato is priced at $$$$ — approx. $75+ per person, a special-occasion spend.

How do I make a reservation at Kato?

Kato uses Resy for reservations. Book online at Resy or call N/A directly. The badge at the top of this page shows whether there are tables left tonight.

Where is Kato?

Kato is at 777 S Alameda St, Ste 170, Los Angeles, CA 90021, in DTLA. Street parking and paid lots in Arts District

What are Kato's hours?

Kato is open Wed–Sun 5:30–9 PM · Closed Mon–Tue. Hours can change on holidays — confirm on Google Maps before a long drive.