Tsubaki Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Tsubaki, an enchanting izakaya nestled in Silverlake, Los Angeles. This intimate dining spot shines with its curated menu, showcasing the artistry of Chef Charles Namba and the exquisite sake offerings by Courtney Kaplan. Each dish is a testament to craftsmanship and intention, making dining a truly memorable experience.
- Japanese Caesar Salad: A magnificent twist on a classic, bursting with flavor and generous portions.
- Yakitori: Charcoal-grilled chicken skewers, particularly the tender "Soriresu" chicken oysters, melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
- Japanese Latkes: Crispy potato cakes topped with fish and roe, a must-try highlight.
- Desserts: The hojicha soft serve and yuzu panna cotta leave guests craving more.
With great service and an inviting ambiance, Tsubaki offers an experience where every dish tells a story. Perfect for intimate dinners or cozy gatherings, it promises to transport you to the heart of Japan, one exquisite bite at a time.
kanpachi crudo
japanese yellowtail, ume shallot ponzu, shiso, habanero onion pickles, garlic oil, furikake
japanese 'latkes'
potato pancakes, dry-aged ora king salmon, iburi gakko, pickled cucumber, yuzu scallion crème fraiche
japanese 'caesar' salad
market lettuces, panko, creamy miso parmesan dressing, shredded bonito threads, nori
spring market salad
market sugar snaps + pea tendrils, meiji tofu, crispy rice furikake, carrot ginger dressing
meiji 'mapo' sukui tofu
chilled meiji supreme tofu, tobanjan, house taberu rayu, myoga
oshinko
assorted housemade japanese pickles
chawanmushi
steamed egg custard, dungeness crab, english peas, truffle salt, mitsuba
asari saka-mushi
donabe-steamed clams, beurre bordier seaweed butter
'loaded potato' korokke
weiser potato croquettes, bacon, cheddar, sour cream dip, chives
tempura
seasonal farmers market sprouting cauliflower and japanese sweet potato, white anchovy + garlic confit dip
sakana shio-yaki
salt-grilled spanish branzino over japanese charcoal, ponzu, pickled lotus root
kyabetsu miso-kushiyaki
grilled cabbage skewers, caramelized leek-miso butter
eringii kushiyaki
grilled king trumpet mushroom skewers, garlic koji pepper miso
hotate kushiyaki
flame-seared hokkaido scallop skewer, mentaiko miso, red yuzu kosho
ebi sumibi-yaki
charcoal-grilled blue prawns, garlic chive butter
soriresu
charcoal-grilled chicken oysters, yuzu kosho (two skewers)
bonchiri
charcoal-grilled jidori chicken tail
tebasaki
charcoal-grilled jidori chicken wings
sunagimo
charcoal-grilled jidori chicken gizzards
hatsu
charcoal-grilled jidori chicken hearts
nankotsu
charcoal-grilled jidori chicken cartilage
tontoro kushiyaki
peads + barnetts pork jowl skewers, kanzuri miso dip
wagyu kushiyaki
A5 miyazaki wagyu skewer, black lava sea salt
gindara nitsuke
soy-simmered cod, meiji tofu, bloomsdale spinach, young ginger, mitsuba
short ribs
nanban-style with market squash, rainbow carrots, pearl onions, jujube sweet + sour glaze
yaki-onigiri
charcoal-grilled sesame rice balls, cucumber pickles
kani chahan
garlic fried rice with dungeness crab
misoshiru soba
buckwheat soba noodle, yuba strips, nametake mushrooms, wakame, miso broth
yakiudon
pan-fried noodles, house cured peads + barnetts pancetta, shiitake + oyster mushroom, bottarga, sansho miso butter
hojicha soft cream
roasted green tea-infused chocolate soft serve ice cream
hojicha parfait
roasted green tea-infused soft serve, sesame black sugar burnt miso, candied walnuts with cornflake dust
yuzu panna cotta
hochiya persimmon glaze, marigold flowers, bubu arare pearls
red d'anjou pear crumble
ginger poached, creme fraiche, sanontou brown sugar streusel
please note
A 4% charge will be added to each guest check to ensure competitive industry compensation, as well as health and medical benefits for all our valued full time team members. In support of this initiative, the entirety of the charge is retained by the restaurant. If you would like this charge removed, please let our staff know. Thank you for dining with us and supporting our team.