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Great fresh food and excellent service! FIFA was amazing server and everyone else. Made my friend's birthday really memorable and fun!
One of the best experiences we've had in a long time! Everyone was so helpful, and the service was excellent from start to finish. Lovely and very authentic environment. My favorites are - Hotate - Ono - Salmon - Kanpachi miso - Toro special - Bluefin tuna sashimi - Yellowtail special - Peach sea bass And we loved the green tea and black sesame ice cream. Arigatou chef! Will be back soon and next time we hope to sit at the bar
The service and food is always top-notch at Asanebo. Elisa G, The Award Winning Yelper, me, and a friend of ours shared about 10 various dishes. Our favorite was the kinmedai, melts in your mouth fish. We also shared the Asanebo sake, nodoguro, mirugai, tuna, uni, sweet shrimp, scallop yuzu, grilled asparagus, kurodai, tai, homemade oshinko, and brussel sprouts with scallops. Our server was excellent, Fo, and so was Manatoro.
For me, Asanebo was always associated with a premium sushi spot with exceptional food. About five years ago, I visited for the first time and sat at the sushi bar, where they prepared live langoustines tempura-style--the heads were still moving while we were eating the tails. It was impressive, unique, and incredibly delicious. After that experience, I remembered it as an outstanding restaurant and wanted to come back regularly. Last week , I decided to revisit and relive that experience. Unfortunately, I left deeply disappointed. The restaurant is still expensive, but the quality and taste are no longer what they used to be. We ordered a variety of sushi--overall, they were okay, but nothing that created a "wow" effect. The biggest letdown was the albacore with truffle. In all the sushi restaurants I've visited, I've never seen truffle presented like this. We waited quite a long time for the dish, and when it finally arrived, I honestly thought there had been a mistake and that it wasn't our order. I even asked the server to confirm, and they assured me it was correct. The dish cost $44, and it was absolutely not worth it. The truffle had no aroma or flavor--it looked more like some kind of brown substance, as if it had been sitting somewhere in the kitchen for months before being shaved onto the dish and served as "truffle." Very disappointing. I was really hoping to rediscover the place I once loved and return on a regular basis, but after this experience, I won't be coming back.
We had a reservation and we requested to be seated at the bar. When we walked in, we were instantly greeted by very friendly servers and directed us to our seats. It is a pretty small place and not loud which we enjoyed. Our server was sweet and attentive. She noticed that I was struggling to figure out where to put my purse and she directed me to the hook under the bar. Our food was amazing. Each item was carefully curated so that it highlights the fish and brings out the best flavors. Our chef was very nice and had great recommendations. He recommended the tuna cheek and it ended up being our favorite the entire night. The cuts were very fresh, buttery, and melts in your mouth. They also have A5 wagyu. Overall amazing. It is pretty pricey but theres a reason for it. It's high quality, well curated pieces and made fresh. The only issue I had was the chopsticks. I was expecting a better one. It had a lot of rough uneven edges and very splintery. I got a splinter on my hand but thankfully not in my mouth but i was very careful the rest of the ni as I could feel the wood pieces.
This is one of the absolute best and must-visit sushi restaurants in Los Angeles. I made an early reservation for Friday night at 5:30 but arrived around 5:15. I was the only diner for almost an hour but had the honor of sitting at the bar in front of Chef Tetsu's station and he is seriously one of the nicest, most humble, and most talented sushi chef's in Los Angeles, in California, in the USA, in the world. I kept ordering dish after dish, fish after fish, because each and every item put in front of me was so fresh, unique, flavorful, and delicious. Chef Tetsu is very welcoming and happy to talk about all things sushi, Japan, his restaurant, staff, and more. His staff too are all so incredibly kind and attentive. I loved all the nigiri, each one with a complex and unique flavor profile. My favorites were the golden baby snapper, zuke tuna, marinaded salmon. The miso black cod was so soft, umami filled and delicious. The truffle was outstanding. The spicy tuna crispy rice was perfect. The yaki toro was seriously butter. The scallops were incredible. The ono handroll was excellent. Everything was sublime. Worth every single penny and every single second at Asanebo. I can't recommend this place enough
Finally got to come back. Valet $10. Still one of the best options for Japanese food in LA. Very thought out dishes w great quality ingredients. Service was very solid. Server knew all the dishes and her suggestions were spot on. Took great care of us. We tried a few cold dishes, salad, some fried yamaimo. Then finished with some sushi. They have an awesome selection of fish you dont find at other sushi bars. Hyu san seasoned and crafted each piece meticulously. What a treat. The brown tea homemade icecream was insane. Thank you so much!
Teetering between a 3 and a 4 star review. Honestly, I've pressed 3 stars and then 4 stars a number of times lol Customer service 4.5 stars Food 3.5 First time here. Came for our anniversary. I had certain expectations from everything I've heard and read about this sushi spot. Sometimes it will exceed or meet your expectations and sometimes it will not. For me and hubby this didn't quite meet my expectations. I feel really bad for saying that because the staff was so friendly and the customer service was really nice, but I have to be honest. We started with a glass Asanebo sake ($20). The server was kind enough to split it in half for us, which was a really good portion. It was a full sake glass for each of us. That was very nice and appreciated. We started with the spicy tuna crispy rice, and the popcorn shrimp. Both were pretty good. The popcorn shrimp was outstanding! Fresh and hot and light. I almost ordered another order lol. Spicy tuna crispy rice is something I always order everywhere. This was good, but not mind blowing. We ordered the miso black cod to share. That was good but again not mind blowing. I've had better. Next we ordered a handful of Nigiri and a spicy tuna cut roll and a Toro cut roll with pickled radish. Everything was OK. Nothing bad, but nothing wow. I really had high hopes for this place. Quality did not match the price point IMO. I would come back, but it won't be for a while. There are so many sushi spots in Los Angeles. Like I said, the customer service was great! Everyone was so sweet and attentive. They came out with a refreshing dessert for our anniversary, which was beautiful and yummy.
As someone who genuinely loves sushi and enjoys Japanese cuisine several times a week, I feel pretty confident in sharing my thoughts here. Unfortunately, from the underwhelming service to the quality of the food, this experience was disappointing. In my opinion, it barely earns a 3.5 and certainly doesn't deserve a spot on the Michelin guide. Throughout dinner, our server was noticeably dismissive--treating us differently than their regulars and, at one point, only addressing my husband. For a place aiming to be high-end, this kind of service felt tone-deaf and outdated. And let's talk about the food. For a $400 bill, the fish simply didn't deliver. None of it tasted particularly fresh or flavorful, and surprisingly, nothing was imported from Japan. The salmon was from Scotland, the uni from Santa Barbara. Now, I love good Santa Barbara uni, but this was priced as if it were Hokkaido's finest. They also insisted their nigiri didn't need soy sauce, but frankly, if every piece wasn't topped with some garnish or sauce, I don't think they would've had any flavor at all. Overall, it felt more like style over substance--and for that price point, I expect both.
Came here with a buddy after a Six Flags trip since it was on the way back home. Called to get a reservation same day and got seated at the sushi bar. We found street parking not too far but the area can be a little tricky. The sushi bar sits about 8 ppl and they also had some tables as well. I always choose the bar if I can cuz I love interacting with the chefs. We both opted for their sushi omakase course and it did not disappoint!! The best experience was probably with the sushi chefs and manager. They were absolute hoots and were just an absolute great time. The sushi itself was also to die for. I loved the sea bass miso soup, the fish was buttery and melted in my mouth. I pretty much loved all the nigiri except for the mackerel which isn't general is not really my favorite. They were all seasoned perfectly with really great accoutrements that paired well with each fish. We even got some dessert and the staff was nice enough to include samplers of all their different handmade ice creams when we couldn't decide which kind to get. And it was all delicious. I honestly cannot wait to come back again, I would rank this top 3 of sushi places I've been to when you contemplate the quality, price, and service/experience. Loved it and honestly can't wait to come back again.
Best sushi experience of my life!!. Got the 2nd tier omakase ($180 pp) and worth every single penny. The quality of the ingredients is second to none. You can taste the freshness! Highly recommend sitting at the bar. Chef Hiro was awesome!
The food was absolutely fantastic. Every single piece in the $140 omakase was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. We also ordered the wagyu, which was rich and perfectly done. I left completely full and satisfied. No complaints about the quality or taste of the food. But for a group of five with drinks, the total came out to around $1300. At that price, I expected more than just great sushi, I expected a full experience. Instead, the whole thing felt rushed. All 14 pieces were served in groups of seven at a time. Not a single piece was presented on its own. There was little to no explanation of what we were eating, and that took away from the depth and intimacy an omakase experience is supposed to offer. Also, they were pretty insistent about not using soy sauce, which felt unnecessary. If I want to use soy sauce, I should be able to. It's not a dealbreaker, but it's one of those small things that adds to the overall vibe. So while the food was top notch, the pacing and lack of attention to detail in the presentation really held it back. I might recommend it for the flavors alone, but if you're looking for a slow, memorable omakase experience, this one doesn't quite deliver.
Reviews are largely positive. Diners highlight the friendly, attentive service, high-quality, fresh sushi, and authentic Japanese atmosphere.
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1 year ago
Amazing sushi and experience with the attention to detail in their ingredients and end product. Everything tasted fantastic! Service was great as well! read more
11 months ago
Great Omakase in Studio City! They also have a tasting menu for $200 but the $140 sushi Omakase was filling and tasty enough for us. There is valet parking in the small lot. There's metered street parking or you can try to park in the alley behind the complex or park on Radford where CBS studios are 1/4 block north. Just watch for signs. They didn't get their uni delivery so they substituted waygu. The chefs prepared the pieces perfectly but they can do substitutions for diet. We heard from the table near that they didn't like white onion in their hand rolls and another table wanted gluten free soy sauce. Servers explained the pieces and how they all fit. They recommended our choice of miso (we got see bass and red snapper collar). It's nice inside. Bathrooms are well stocked, though the women's room has mouthwash. read more
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Asanebo is an intimate sushi spot that has been around for quite awhile in the studio city area. There is a very good reason why. Probably one of the best sushi experiences that I've had in LA. My wife was mind blown with the quality and the service we received from the server and especially our sushi chef when we sat at the sushi bar. We got the omakase which was a pretty good price and everything was amazing. The texture and the flavor were on point for every piece of fish. Even the several different types of miso soup were fantastic. This is a place that without a doubt, we will be back. read more
1 year ago
I went here for a little belated birthday trip and I wanna say I absolutely loved it. The people who work here are so kind and friendly and most of all welcoming, I felt right at home! I like the feel of the place and although it was a little hard to get seating, the food was so good! I got a few rolls and finished off with some ice cream! read more
Ummm... how come I haven't been here earlier?? I've actually always wanted to check this spot out, but I never go to Studio City, but boy is this sushi worth the trip! I came here because I wanted a quiet bday dinner for 2, and it was just kinda perfect. I was scared of not getting night of reservations, but I figured, on a Tuesday night, how busy could they be? I was able to secure resis at 6pm. Located unsuspectingly inside a strip mall, Asanebo has a tiny sushi bar to the left, and little sectioned off tables of 2-4 to the right. I felt like I was packed in a small restaurant in Japan. We decided on the sushi Omakase for $95 each, which came with 2 appetizers, miso soup, 12 pcs. Sushi, and a dessert. I think this is a very reasonable price for the amount and quality of the food. I will definitely come back to try the other Omakase option! read more
1 year ago
Ventura has a million sushi spots and I've tried a bunch ... this place here I'm mad that it's open at 5 pm I'd be here all the time !!! Loved loved loved the yellowtail sashimi .. when I say I did the little dance as soon as it hit my palate I DID !!! It can be pricey it's literally fancy HOWEVER .. if you want one piece of sushi , that is 30 bucks just for one .. put all your money on that salmon caviar baby ... IT WAS THE PERFECT BITE!!!! Ten out of ten I'll be back !!!! Just yum chefs kiss! read more
1 year ago
We had the Asanebo Tasting Course and it was amazing. Every ingredient was high quality, the service was excellent and the attention to detail is incredible. Everyone is super friendly! We were the first customers of the day and the chef was super attentive. Definitely worth the price. We're definitely going back read more
This restaurant is truly a gem. For starters, the severs and chefs are so unbelievably sweet. The sushi is amazingly fresh. For sure top 10. I would love to come back here and try more from the menu. The toro nigiri was out of this world. read more
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So in love with this place!! We've been here a few times already-- I always forget to check in because I'm so happy to eat here but that's just how exciting the food is. Ordered chawanmushi with uni, o-toro negitoro gunka style (had to write it down so we could remember it next time lol) scallopand spinach salad, misoyaki butterfish, hamachi sushi, and filet steak. My taste buds were cheering. I know I wrote a review before, but did I mention that Asanebo is better than some of the places we ate when we went to Tokyo? I probably did, but here's me saying it again. This place is SUGOI ne! Ho'ono in Hawaiian-- Or in Hawaii pidgin english terms, broke da mout' This is the BEST Japanese cuisine in all of Southern California. And you can fight me on that. read more
Honest did not like this place attt all. Let me tell you what we got. Two miso soups (which was fine you can't mess up miso soup) 3 pieces of nigiri including red snapper, golden eye, and blue fin tuna 2 hand rolls And spicy tuna on krispy rice. I took one bite of each of these things and spit it out. Fish did not taste fresh. The spicy tuna was like orange probably old. Thinking about it makes me nauseas. I don't know how this is a celebrity hot spot. And that order cost us 180$. And you have to valet so basically spent like 220 that night for nothing. read more
Had a lovely dinner at Asanebo! We had an amazing server, Meme, who went above and beyond and provided EXCEPTIONAL service. The fish was so fresh and just melts in your mouth, everything was great quality. They even make their sesame ice cream in house.. I will be back. read more
Like always the little hole in the wall spots are the best - SLAMMMIN! The rolls and sashimi is errrthang! The BEST and most AMAZING sushi in the Studio City area hands down! The waiter i had forgot his name but amazing service! Was it a 5 star experience? Across the board hands down for sure... Its a must try it place! Party of 3 we had the omakase #2 i think and it was SLAMMIN check the pics! BUT i wish the omakase we ordered had more sushi but of course we ordered ala carte sushi! LOL I mean a lot more... Parking is a breeze with cheap valet and next time i go im ordering strictly SUSHI! read more
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This restaurant is very pretty and busy. They apparently pay attention to service as they make you feel attended. We were immediately seated and received the menus. The server was very knowledgeable and attentive. The menu had the usual items and more. For example I really like ají mackerel sashimi and the bone. Unfortunately, the sashimi pieces were very thin and the whole dish felt skimpy. A person, who orders this dish is not looking at the price but the pleasure of eating it, so their palate should be satisfied. Monkfish liver was nice and buttery. They had a very nice variety of hot saki. Overall a good restaurant. read more
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I've been to 40+ sushi spots in LA and SFV and this definitely falls in the top 3 for sure. Super fresh, large variety of fresh caught fish. My favorite things were the Spicy Salmon hand roll and wild caught albacore sashimi/sushi. Service is top notch with quick servers that keep checking up on you and the chefs are super nice! Ambiance is lowkey and not too bright. Nothing too fancy looking, don't need to over dress. read more
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Best sushi I've ever had. No need for soy sauce because the fish is so fresh and has its individual flavors shine through. The staff was also very attentive and nice. read more
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This place has been on our list to try for quite some time now yesterday we decided to stop by for an early reservation. The staff was very kind and welcoming. Upon arrival. The sushi was wonderful although I will say the prices were far behind what they needed to be for the quality. The restaurant itself was very cozy and clean. if you're going to go here, I would say go for the Omakase instead of ordering from the menu itself. read more
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11941 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604
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(818) 760-3348
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How much is omakase lately? I know the prices have changed since the last pic uploaded into yelp of the menu.
160. Not worth it. They rush you like it's fast food.
Are there any Vegan options?
Yes. They have a veggie roll and they have various appetizers that are vegan. The Himachi Tomato is vegan. Also, Mushroom Risotto and various grilled vegetables. Basically, you can make it work.
How much is an omasake? We're planning on going in lunch time. Will you be full afterwards?
Omakase A is $95.. Omakase B is $145ish. OR you can just do straight Omakase. however many fish you'd like. I had 12 pieces and it was $85.
I wonder how to make reservations if they don't have an answering machine?
Call during the business hours.
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