Cuisines and Dishes at BEACON an asian cafe:
- Japanese
- American
BEACON an asian cafe - CLOSED
3280 Helms Ave,
Los Angeles
CA
90034
beacon-la.com (310) 838-7500
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Ratings and Reviews for BEACON an asian cafe
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Jan 18 2011
Michael D. via Yelp
Thank goodness they closed!!! My dreams have come true. I would say that I am bitter, but let's just say I'm salty (like their awful food was). :)read more
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Jan 14 2011
Cliff W. via Yelp
This place was ok, some food was really good, most were average. The lamp cake appetizer was awesome, the ahi tuna pizza app was ok. The tuna was fresh,...read more
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Dec 23 2010
Scott A. via Yelp
I was surprised that this place isn't that much different than before. I remember the black cod and black edamame from the original menu. Parking is still...read more
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Feb 16 2008
joclee via Citysearch
I saw the review of Beacon in the Los Angeles Magazine and was excited to try it out. I made a reservation and when we were seated...read more
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Dec 30 2007
tmigs via Citysearch
My wife and I come here about once a month and are always glad we came back. The short-ribs are really good and the appetizers ar...read more
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Dec 08 2007
alefeusch via Citysearch
Ususally when I'm in the mood for asian, I'll head on over to Beacon. The menu has lots of flavorful comfort food-- I especially...read more
From Citysearch
The Scene
Nestled under the Beacon Laundry marquee in the Helms Bakery complex, this Zen-modern eatery is small, yet airy. Rows of park bench-like banquettes snake around the perimeter, and the exposed kitchen faces the dining room. Concrete walls are affixed with warm fabric-covered wood lanterns; white sconces dangle from the ceiling. Knowledgeable waiters and vigilant attendants cater to locals, foodies and patrons from the adjacent Jazz Bakery.
The Food
Chef Kazuto Matsusaka prepares Pan-Asian fusion at neighborhood prices. Oysters are pearly and plump inside and fried crispy outside. Soft-crusted ahi pizza, a more curious appetizer, is conservatively coated with zesty wasabi mayonnaise and topped with tartare-like tuna. For entrees, miso-marinated black cod is delightfully delicate, and wild salmon is enlivened by tangy red-onion chutney. Desserts are more reserved: Ideal in texture, coconut rice and mango brulee tastes similar to a rice pudding, and lychee ice sundae is simply refreshing.
