What It Takes to Run the No. 1 Restaurant in Los Angeles, Kato Mise En Place
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Date: 2025-07-08
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Comments and reviews: 14
natephan27
Tried Kato for the first time last year and it was the most expensive meal I’ve had, but one of the best of the year. I had so many moments of nostalgia even though I didn’t grow up eating Taiwanese food, but the flavor and essence created that unique experience. It’s inspiring as someone who currently works in the industry
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Tried Kato for the first time last year and it was the most expensive meal I’ve had, but one of the best of the year. I had so many moments of nostalgia even though I didn’t grow up eating Taiwanese food, but the flavor and essence created that unique experience. It’s inspiring as someone who currently works in the industry
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blancheip3506
It is not just the amount of plastic spoons that was used for tasting/service that was disturbing, but it was also the attitude that this chef displayed when throwing them away after use.
The ignorance these folks have in the detrimental effects of plastic pollution on our environment and human health is appalling.
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It is not just the amount of plastic spoons that was used for tasting/service that was disturbing, but it was also the attitude that this chef displayed when throwing them away after use.
The ignorance these folks have in the detrimental effects of plastic pollution on our environment and human health is appalling.
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eater
I got to eat here in November last year. I was absolutely mind blown with the food that was served. It was 9 courses if I remember. I got to meet Chef's wife and she gave me a list of recommendations where to eat in LA. To this day, nothing has compared to the food at Kato. I want to go again sometime.
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I got to eat here in November last year. I was absolutely mind blown with the food that was served. It was 9 courses if I remember. I got to meet Chef's wife and she gave me a list of recommendations where to eat in LA. To this day, nothing has compared to the food at Kato. I want to go again sometime.
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robertnewell4054
Wasn’t too long ago Almond was almost free for the taking. Its popularity has grown exponentially. FWIW Pistachio Wood is actually the King of Nut Woods, but really only comes from one area - Madera County.
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Wasn’t too long ago Almond was almost free for the taking. Its popularity has grown exponentially. FWIW Pistachio Wood is actually the King of Nut Woods, but really only comes from one area - Madera County.
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IsThisARealName
I remember when he first showed up, watched it multiple multiple times. Stoked to see his rise in this career!
I know his family is truly proud. I look forward to see how far he goes.
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I remember when he first showed up, watched it multiple multiple times. Stoked to see his rise in this career!
I know his family is truly proud. I look forward to see how far he goes.
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BilbroSwaaggins
This kid seemed much happier at the old space. Having a partner aka private equity investor must be a huge drag on him. Can’t do his own thing his own way anymore.
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This kid seemed much happier at the old space. Having a partner aka private equity investor must be a huge drag on him. Can’t do his own thing his own way anymore.
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TheJamesawesome
Amazing I saw the original video of chef yao from a few years ago and loved going back to it! Great to see him on again! Mise en place always hitting home runs!
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Amazing I saw the original video of chef yao from a few years ago and loved going back to it! Great to see him on again! Mise en place always hitting home runs!
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eater
Dry aging EVERY protein is a little excessive and unnecessary. It's like you found something that someone liked once, and you're trying to make it what you're all about
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Dry aging EVERY protein is a little excessive and unnecessary. It's like you found something that someone liked once, and you're trying to make it what you're all about
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TheCharlieChen
The interview from 5 years ago was amazing. Was able to dine at this place last summer. It was at a place surrounded by old-factory-esque buildings.
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The interview from 5 years ago was amazing. Was able to dine at this place last summer. It was at a place surrounded by old-factory-esque buildings.
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eater
I feel like its a bit wrong to label Kato as modern Chinese cuisine in the descriptions. This is a Taiwanese, Japanese, and Chinese inspired menu.
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I feel like its a bit wrong to label Kato as modern Chinese cuisine in the descriptions. This is a Taiwanese, Japanese, and Chinese inspired menu.
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cassokon
Was wondering where the old crew was but then remembered the last Kato video at the strip mall was more than 5 years ago lol. Cheers to growth!
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Was wondering where the old crew was but then remembered the last Kato video at the strip mall was more than 5 years ago lol. Cheers to growth!
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SoulsOnly
You know it's a great work culture when everyone is super open to feedback, and the staff at the meeting look super happy and are laughing.
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You know it's a great work culture when everyone is super open to feedback, and the staff at the meeting look super happy and are laughing.
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alexgellerman6606
Between open table and yelp, this place has way to many bad reviews completely contradicting the media praise. something is fishy
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Between open table and yelp, this place has way to many bad reviews completely contradicting the media praise. something is fishy
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Lu_Cidtrip
I'm from a town of less than 300 people. the closest city is an hour away. This feels like another world to me. It's so cool!
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I'm from a town of less than 300 people. the closest city is an hour away. This feels like another world to me. It's so cool!
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