Chef Abe La
Restaurateur, culinary educator, and master craftsman. Bringing high-precision Japanese technique directly to your plate, private dining room, and digital kitchen.
From Roots in Long Beach to the Master Counter
Born in Brunei, raised in Long Beach, and inspired by his Filipino and Malay heritage, Abe found his passion for food where it matters most: at home. By 24, he broke into the restaurant world as owner of Lowkey Poke Joint, scaling its inventive flavors across Southern California.
Driven to push the limits of his craft, Abe pursued rigorous formal training at the Sushi Chef Institute under master chef Andy Matsuda. That mastery transformed his discipline—turning precision knife technique and classic edomae traditions into his signature private in-home omakase. Today, across Los Angeles and Orange County, his mission remains singular: to make people fall in love with Japanese culinary art, one piece at a time.
Credentials
Morimoto Sushi Master Finalist
National acclaim for technique, speed, and creative composition.
Sushi Chef Institute Alum
Formally trained under legendary Master Chef Andy Matsuda.
Multi-Concept Restaurateur
Founder and chef behind three distinct dining concepts in LA & OC.
Master Culinary Educator
Demystifying high-end techniques for professional kitchen staff and private guests alike.
On set with Chef Masaharu Morimoto during the Morimoto Sushi Master competition.
Three Concepts. One Uncompromising Craft.
Private Omakase is only one angle of Abe’s culinary footprint. Explore his fine-dining sushi counter, live-action hand roll experience, and the fast-casual concept that started it all.
Lowkey Poke Joint
Next-Wave Fast-Casual Poke
Customizable poke bowls and Abe's original signature sushi burrito—the concept that launched his restaurateur career at age 24.
The World-Class Counter, Built Inside Your Home
A fully bespoke, table-side omakase fusing strict Japanese discipline with global flavor profiles. Tailored live for birthdays, anniversaries, or milestones that deserve an extraordinary centerpiece.
Check Availability & BookDirect calendar access, instant tier selection, and upfront event customization—no back-and-forth emails.
Notes from the Kitchen
Pro-level technique, sourcing secrets, and culinary breakdowns. No fluff, just pure craft.
