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Arcadia is a special place. Wild peacocks passively stroll through its neighborhoods, overflowing from the massive arboretum. Rows of jacaranda trees rain purple flowers in the spring. There’s a spectacular view of the San Gabriel mountains at any point in the city, with an abundance of hiking trails.
It’s not just the nature. Arcadia is home to one of the largest populations of Asians and Asian Americans within Los Angeles county, and this demographic reflects in its food. It’s easy to find robust beef noodle soup, Taiwanese comfort foods, bubbling hot pots, and endless supplies of boba milk tea within the city’s ten-mile radius. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a city in Southern California without tacos, too. Here are some of our favorite spots.
Sushi Kisen
Newcomer Sushi Kisen took over the original Din Tai Fung location in Arcadia back in 2022 and is a welcome addition to the neighborhood thanks to its incredibly fresh fish and expertly executed rolls. Executive chef Hiro Yamada is an alum of Little Tokyo’s Sushi Gen and Shiki Beverly Hills and brings a wealth of experience. Whether opting for omakase at the bar or selecting dinner sets complete with miso soup and tsukemono, the attention to detail and balance of flavors is available in every bite. Drinks include a lengthy selection of sake, plum wines, and shochu.