I'm constantly on the hunt for the omakases that are the best value in LA, and this is one of them!…read moreI saw a video on Tiktok about this place and was intrigued because I'd never heard of Tetsuya and they were offering an omakase for only $80 per person. The place is located in a small unassuming strip mall, but we had no problem finding parking in the lot and the inside was surprisingly nicely lit, beautiful, and clean. We opted to sit at the sushi bar for the full experience. For $80 the fish was fresh, presented well with no overly complicated flavors or garnishes needed. The service from both the sushi chefs and the server was great, and I left decently full. I particularly loved the hotate, or jumbo scallop, which was tender and sweet. I don't come to the Studio City area often but if I ever do I will have an excuse to come back!

Honestly, I was a bit underwhelmed and had higher expectations for the experience here. The quality…read moreof the fish, for the most part, was good, but the flavors overall fell short. For the location and price point, it just didn't really add up. I also wasn't obsessed with the service. Things didn't feel very seamless. We sat at the bar and had noticeable gaps between each dish. We'd finish a roll and find ourselves waiting and wondering when the next item would come out. I'm totally fine with courses coming out one at a time, but if that's the approach, the pacing should be much tighter. I left feeling like there's no real reason to come back, especially with so many other sushi spots nearby that better suit my taste.

Yume Sushi is *definitely* worth the hype. The aesthetic is super minimal, but the food delivers…read moremaximum flavor. Every dish felt thoughtfully done without trying too hard. Standouts for me were the garlic albacore roll, the yellowtail cilantro roll, and the seared salmon -- all incredible. And the crispy tuna rice? So good we had to order seconds. Simple vibe, seriously impressive food. I'll be thinking about this meal for a while.

"Had such an amazing experience at Yume Sushi Bar! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere…read morefelt welcoming and relaxed. The sushi was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious, every bite was perfection. What truly made the experience stand out was the exceptional service. Our waiter was attentive, friendly, and genuinely made us feel taken care of the entire time. Two of my friends have gluten allergy and our waiter made sure they get every option that was glutenHe had great recommendations and made sure everything came out just right without ever feeling rushed. We ordered a bunch of stuff but I only remember the cilantro roll, yellow tail sashimi, snow crab hand rolls and for desert we got different mochis since they were gluten free.

I took my husband here for his birthday on a weekday and we did the omakase--such an incredible…read moreexperience. Every course was thoughtful and beautifully executed, and the quality honestly rivaled (if not surpassed) what we've had in Japan. The space is small and understated, which made it feel even more special. We came back to try the regular menu, and while it was still good, it didn't quite hit the same level. Omakase is definitely the way to go here.

I don't say this lightly--Sushi Tomoki is seriously impressive. I try not to compare because I love…read moreYume Sushi, but if I had to, it's on that level... if not better. The quality of the sushi is amazing. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, and the chefs are not only talented but also genuinely friendly. Sitting at the bar is an experience in itself--you can really see the care and skill that goes into each piece. We've honestly become addicted and keep going back. The yellowtail and albacore literally melt in your mouth. Halibut is usually a little tougher compared to other fish, but here it was the softest I've ever had. The black cod nigiri is also a must--so rich and delicious. I also love their spicy mayo. Take my advice and order a real crab spicy tuna hand roll with avocado and cucumber--it's next level. And if you ask, they have real wasabi, which makes a big difference. If you're into high-quality sushi, this place is absolutely worth it.

One of the best sushi we've ever had!…read more Thank you Vince for providing an amazing service to us. He made our dining experience truly memorable. Our whole family loved him. Everything was delicious! We'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!

i was frankly disappointed with the food and service here!…read more the sushi was too chewy and the rice was overcooked. the yellow tail with jalapeño was way too spicy. the rolls in the menu have no variation. the servers also don't seem to care and ours rushed through every interaction. there are sooo many better sushi spots in this area and in LA overall. skip this one parking is also not accessible. such a shame for a nice restaurant!

I've been dining at Kiwami for almost 6 years at this location, and I've also known their 3rd…read moreStreet branch since 2010. It's truly one of my favorite sushi spots. I love the variety of their dishes, especially how they incorporate different sauces that make each roll unique and flavorful. The sushi is always fresh, beautifully presented, and consistently delicious. A special thank you to the staff -- they are always welcoming, friendly, and attentive. I've gotten to know many of them over the years, which says a lot. The fact that employees stay here long-term shows that the restaurant maintains a strong and stable concept.

My husband and I went out to a late dinner Saturday night and somehow ended up here. It wasn't too…read morebusy so we were seated right away. Even though I had sushi for lunch earlier I didn't mind eating it again since my husband was craving it. Great customer service by the way. Our waiter was friendly and attentive and amazing ... I loved the oysters with yuzu. The best I ever had. The popcorn shrimp roll was good as well so were the tacos. Didn't love the lobster in one of the rolls we ordered but everything else was good. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Parking is a bit challenging but that's normal for this area on weekends.

How have I walked past this place for 20+ years?! I've been eating sushi in Studio City for over…read moretwo decades and somehow always overlooked Studio Sushi. I usually park on the side street near the studios, and between valet-only spots and impossible meter parking on Ventura, I never gave it much thought until now. I was headed to one of my usual sushi spots on a Friday night, but it was packed. No reservation, long wait, so I turned back toward my car and decided to check Yelp for Studio Sushi. The reviews were solid, so I went in and I'm so glad I did. The place is small but charming. Even though they were busy, I was seated immediately at the bar. Service was on point from the start water, beer, and appetizer suggestions right away. I ordered baked mussels, crispy rice with spicy tuna, albacore sushi with crispy onions and their most popular roll, the CBS roll. Everything was great, but the CBS roll was the star. The flavor was impeccable, the albacore was a huge bonus and whatever sauce they use is next-level. The albacore sushi practically melted in my mouth. Crispy rice was fried perfectly just very filling and the mussels were baked just right. What really stood out besides the food was the service. Constant water refills, checking in about drinks, attentive without being overbearing. Also they're open for lunch, which is rare these days for sushi restaurants on Ventura post-COVID. Definitely coming back. This place is a gem.

The Bottom Line 3.75 stars: Recommended. Fresh ingredients and tasty food. Acceptable service. The…read moreparking situation needs a lot of work! Read on for the details :) Location 2 stars: In Studio City, near the CBS studios, corner of Radford Ave and Hoffman Street. They have a 6 car parking lot that is always full on evenings and weekends. Metered parking on Radford and free street parking on Hoffman and nearby streets are very hard to come by. Be prepared to circle around the block, hoping for someone to pull out. Venue 4 stars: Medium-sized restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating and a sushi bar. They take reservations on the phone, which I would recommend for evenings and weekends. Service 3.5: Service is friendly and polite, but it can be slow. The level of attentiveness was inconsistent throughout the dining experience (at times our server was very much around and at other times he was nowhere to be found). Food 4 stars: Asian-inspired appetizers, sushi, sashimi and rolls. Fresh and high quality ingredients. Large list of specialty rolls with creative preparations and great taste. Prices are on par with similar restaurants. Drinks 4 stars: Typical sushi restaurant offerings of beer (bottle and tap), sake, wine, soft drinks and tea. Drink prices are reasonable.

If you like delicious sushi in a dark, chic, trendy setting, then Leona's is for you. I had dinner…read morehere recently with a large group, and the server was incredibly attentive, answering any questions that we had. Their cocktails are all well made, and so yummy. Literally everything we ordered to share was so delicious! Croquettes, crispy rice with spicy tuna, edamame, shishito peppers, oxtail bao, roasted beet salad, soft shell crab salad, beef skewers, Leona's special roll. I definitely recommend going with a group, so that you can taste many different dishes. So so good!

First time at Leona's, and I have mixed feelings. The venue is lovely, with multiple rooms of…read morevarying styles. The room with the cocktail bar (and windows open to a patio) has the most energy, with full tables and a nice, festive buzz. The middle section has a quieter, more romantic feel, though it seemed equally busy. We, however, had asked to sit at the sushi bar, and in the case of Leona's it's the loneliest space in the place. We were the only customers, with one or two other occupied tables nearby. This was clearly a bad decision on our part, but the hostess might have suggested we'd have a better time of it elsewhere. We'd have likely had better service, too. Our server was friendly enough, but went MIA a good deal of the time (we were her only customers in this room). The sushi chef was nice, but slammed with orders, though he did make ours without much wait. There is a full bar, so many cocktail options on top of wine and beer, but the sake list is a bit silly: mostly high-priced 720ml bottles, and very few small options. The food was also a tad hit or miss. Toro sushi was top notch and very flavorful; Albacore Sashimi with pico de gallo and crispy onions was also fresh as could be, and very satisfying. Truffle Butter Edamame had a nice, earthy flavor, and Ankimo sushi tasted especially fresh, with a rich and distinctive flavor. Less inspired was the Corn Tempura, which was very bland; the accompanying spicy mayo had very little spice, and seemed wrong regardless. We requested traditional tempura sauce, and this version likewise disappointed, being bland and a bit too thin, much more like a broth. Our final selection, the Salmon Arale Roll (tempura white fish and asparagus inside with salmon and avocado on top plus crispy rice and chili oil), was, again, dull and bland despite the number of ingredients. We didn't even finish it. So, was I blown away? No. Would I return? Yes. But I'll sit in the bar room, and I'll stick to sushi or sashimi. I'm optimistic that my next visit will hit better notes.

I'm thrilled that this handroll bar opened at NOHO West. Not only do I stop by often but it's also…read morebecome my go-to place to bring out-of-towners. New and clean design for the restaurant (and nice, accesible and gender-inclusive bathrooms). Simple bar-only seating and friendly excellent service. Food wise, you can't go wrong with anything in the menu, which is why you need to watch your consumption! If you're at a loss, go for one of their handroll sets or their other set meals. Cucumber salad I way more than you expect and includes seaweed and micro greens. From the crudo, I've had the yuzu yellowtail, the seared salmon and seared scallops. All are great but I can't resist salmon -- nice and fatty. All the hand rolls are good but again I lean toward salmon or the creamy crab. Even the nigiriniw good. Don't miss the seared salmon or the sweet scallop. I had matcha iced tea and a sweet ume plum wine. Sweet but strong. Matcha cream was a good portion, with berries If you park in the Fish Grill or Paris Baguette lot, it's 1 hr. In the garage you pay but it's affordable. I'll be back!

Extremely fresh, the fish melts in your mouth. I love the taste of all the dishes. Definitely…read morerecommend this place.

I was so hungry last night after getting out of work later than usual, and I remembered this place…read more It was a little after 10 p.m., and we were worried they might be closing soon -- but thankfully they weren't! It was my husband's and my first time there, and everything was delicious. The staff, servers, and chefs were so friendly and fun. I especially loved seeing how they interacted with their regulars -- they even knew them by name. Overall, it felt so welcoming and was a great experience. We will definitely be returning!

No flexibility what so ever. I am vegetarian and I went with a friend who is a sushi lover. Keep in…read moremind they have AYCE as an option but they don't advertise it. My friend wanted AYCE but I did not and they did not allow it. I've been to many sushi places and they're all flexible if someone doesn't eat sushi or fish and have offered it. For this visit, my friend had to opt of of the AYCE since it wasn't worth $65 for me to eat rice and cucumber. I ended up ordering a cut veggie roll and it came out the size of a pancake for each piece of the roll. It was literally spring mix and rice for $12. So I asked politely if they can just roll it smaller as other places do normally. They said no? I don't get it I wasn't asking for something unusual lol. Either way, won't be coming back.

I rarely feel moved to write a review but I was so impressed by this place I had to! Servings are…read moregenerous, the food came out quickly, literally minutes within us ordering. Shared a couple appetizers, sushi rolls, and ramen with some friends-- we left so full and content with everything we tried. Service is efficient and super friendly. Parking was a bit tough with street/metered on a busier evening but don't let that deter you. Hope to be back to try more, soon!

Great happy hour items! The sushi itself is okay; I do wish they had a greater variety. The overall…read moreprice of the items was very reasonable and will be the reason I go back to it. I do enjoy the service and ambience. It's a great place to get sushi with friends and family in Sherman oaks! There's also parking at the back of the restaurant. Overall, I highly recommend trying this place!