Yamashiro Miami's viral wagyu sando is finally coming to L.A.

After 100 years, Yamashiro is taking a lesson from a younger iteration.

For a limited time starting March 18, Yamashiro Hollywood will offer the luxe katsu sando that became a standout at the restaurant’s newer Miami outpost. The indulgent handheld layers prime tenderloin and tonkatsu aioli between pillowy Japanese milk bread, finished with a flourish of edible gold flakes. It’s decadent and, given Yamashiro’s location looking down upon the lights of Hollywood, essentially designed for a sunset Instagram moment.

But the limited-run sando is only part of a broader refresh at the century-old Hollywood institution. Perched high above Hollywood Boulevard for more than 100 years, Yamashiro remains one of L.A.’s most recognizable dining rooms, known for its sweeping views, Japanese-inspired architecture and sprawling hillside grounds. Long considered one of the most beautiful restaurants in the country, the space has quietly evolved its culinary program in recent months.

The current menu balances crowd-pleasing signatures with newer additions. Standbys like the restaurant’s black cod and spicy tuna roll remain in rotation, alongside baked lobster roll, short ribs and a range of Wagyu selections. Oversized sushi boats (a celebratory staple for group dinners) are still on offer, reinforcing Yamashiro’s reputation as a special-occasion destination.

Yamashiro also just debuted the Smash Cake Fortune Cookie, created in collaboration with celebrity pastry chef and Butter Love & Hardwork founder Chris Ford. Once smashed and cracked wide open, diners can enjoy the chocolate truffles and customizable fortunes tucked inside.

There’s also a new focus on Sunday brunch, giving Angelenos another excuse to make the winding drive up the hill. Behind the bar, the cocktail program has been elevated with seasonal ingredients and subtle Japanese influences. Standouts include the savory Umi Garden, made with Roku Gin, nori-infused sake and spiced olive brine, and the Silk Whisper, which features green tea–infused Haku Vodka.

Taken together, the updates signal a fresh chapter for Yamashiro that still honors its historic setting even as it leans into contemporary L.A. dining culture (and the all-important grid). Whether you’re stopping in for the limited-edition Katsu Sando or settling in for sushi and skyline views, the experience feels both rooted in tradition and newly polished.

The Katsu Sando will be available for a limited time; for more information and to book a reservation, click here.