Okonomiyaki at Kagura ( Little Tokyo)

Okonomiyaki is a Japanase pancake containing various ingredients like chopped cabbage, squid, shrimp, corn , dried bonito flakes and more. We tried the version of Kagura at Little Tokyo and so far its the best in the lot. This tiny place specializes in Okonomiyaki so don't expect to find sukiyaki here or other Japanese favorites but they do serve tempura also. We sat at the counter where you can see your order being prepared in front of you. There are two types of Okonomiyaki, the Osaka style, with the batter containing chopped cabbage , squid and other ingredients while the Hiroshima style contains yakisoba noodles as add on.

We got the Osaka style with shrimps and one order is good for two (but the glutton in us later on realized if you want to really have your fill of okonomiyaki, you can order the Hiroshima style as well and just bring home the extra slices - it was that yummy) . It was served piping hot, straight from the hotplate where it was cooked , topped with bonito flakes and Japanese mayo. It has the same texture of a Takoyaki ball so if you like Takoyaki go and have an Okonomiyaki. Soft, flavorful sauce that isn't too salty that bites the tongue , a cross between tonkatsu and teriyaki with enough shrimps and other goodies nestled inside the batter...Nomnomnom..Yummy! You can even order Japanese beer to go with your pancake or the fruit shakes/juices to wash it down.

More reasons to visit Little Tokyo aside from Kikufuji and Seryna.

Osaka style Okonomiyaki with Shrimp