Remember I told you about the wonderful sneak-peek dinner at Shojin that I got to attend back in January? You know, the new restaurant in Little Tokyo offering organic and natural meals inspired by Japanese traditional vegetarian food? Yeah, that one. We’ll I’m very happy to report that Shojin restaurant is now open to the public and they are waiting to feed you their delicous food! Yes… YOU!
Sohei, the charming and friendly owner, has passed along the following info:
“I am very pleased to announce the opening of Shojin restaurant as of March 5th. Although we are sorry for long delay from the vegan events in January, our dream now begins! We are excited to offer the new style of organic and natural meals. We hope Shojin will be a new standard for a plant-based diet. Not only vegetarians but also people who eat meat can enjoy our food and realize that having pure food is the way to achieve a healthy and happy life. We open Wednesday thru Sunday, opening 12:00pm – 9:00pm (last order). We started with all plant-based (vegan) menu.”
No joke folks… this place is the real deal. These people thrive on creating fine, healthy food and their love for it comes through in the cooking and in the way they treat their guests. Shojin restaurant is an excellent new addition to the growing list of fantastic places for vegetarians and vegans to find great food, and it’s a welcome change from all the Thai vegan stuff you can get everywhere else (not that I’m complaining about an abudance of vegan Thai food, mind you). Seeing as there are not yet that many vegetarian options Downtown, Shojin’s location inside Little Tokyo Square just made finding a healthy lunch or dinner Downtown that much easier, not to mention that much more enjoyable.
Find out much more about Shojin at their website: www.theshojin.com
…and don’t forget to let ‘em know who sent ya!
My husband and I are planning on going again this Thursday for lunch.
Can’t wait to try new dishes.
This place is AWESOME.
Vegan Tickles: Lucky you! Report back to us and let us know how it goes!
My husband, his auntie and I had an awesome lunch today at Shojin.
We ordered the CHA-SOBA, BENTO BOX, GARDEN CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES, CASHEW CHEESE WRAP, and the ORANGE KALE SALADS.
For dessert, I ordered the parfait.
We loved everything, except the parfait.
It was so unimpressive.
Granola, berry tofu, strawberry soy ice cream, topped with 1 blueberry and 1 strawberry.
The indoor dining room was packed.
I’m glad they are doing well.
I LOVED the ORANGE KALE SALAD and the OKARA (had it last time).
Next time we go, I’m ordering those 2 things.
Vegan Tickles: How exciting… sounds like you guys ordered a nice assortment! I too loved the orange kale salad. I’m looking forward to trying all the stuff I didn’t get a chance to taste yet, especially the bento box. I am so happy to hear the place was nice and busy… thanks for reporting back to us!
We wanted to go there today, but there’s no answer. I guess they’re closed for Easter Sunday.
Another time…..
During my two month stay in LA recently I had occasion to dine at least three times at a newly opened restaurant in Little Tokyo called Shojin. I found the cosy atmosphere very charming with white tablecloths, nice decor and soft music. Ken, the friendly waiter, has a great attitue and gives excellent service even though his English is limited but improving. The food is vegan, organic and natural, very tasty and healthy. Morishima, the owner and chef, is always adding new items to the menu and even will come out to thank you and give you a small gift if he has time. I recomment a visit to this restaurant would be most enjoyable to anyone.
Nina Kamloops Canada: I’m very glad you had such a great experience as Shojin… as you can tell, around here we LOVE them too!