"It’s not often that an upscale kaiseki speakeasy counter serving sea snails and A5 waygu gets squished next to a pet store at a strip mall—but that's Towa. Step inside this closet-sized restaurant for an intimate experience with the chef as he expertly slices sashimi, prepares personal-size hot pots, and creates the perfect crust on unagi skewers over a charcoal grill. Reservations are pretty easy to come by at the last minute. Plus, the dining room stays quiet most nights so it's almost like your very own private dining experience. " - kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo