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Travis Lett's Japanese izakaya on Abbot Kinney — local produce meets sake and Japanese drinking fare
RVR opened in late 2024 as Travis Lett's first major project since Gjelina — a Japanese izakaya format on Abbot Kinney that fuses the traditions of everyday Japanese drinking fare with California seasonal produce. Lett's command of vegetables is well-documented, and the izakaya format lets him run with it: the rotating salads and vegetable small plates are as essential as the raw fish. Immediately one of the hottest reservations on Abbot Kinney; the hiramasa hand roll and duck tsukune are the must-orders.
RVR is known for travis lett's japanese izakaya on abbot kinney — local produce meets sake and japanese drinking fare. Must-try dishes include Hiramasa yuzu kosho hand roll and Duck meatball tsukune.
RVR is priced at $$$ — approx. $25–$60 per person.
RVR uses Resy for reservations. Book online at Resy or call (310) 573-8077 directly.