Izakaya Osen on Sunset is definitely one of my favorite sushi spots. I found this place on one of…read moremy sushi ventures and I'm so glad I did. I love that they were able to substitute imitation crab for real crab because I don't do imitation crab. So when I can get a California roll with real crab, I'm getting it. It's such a simple roll, but so yummy! I'm a nigiri girl, and let me tell you the fish here is just so delicious, fresh, buttery and melts in your mouth, leaving you wanting more. And the best seat in the house is at the bar watching the sushi chefs do their thing, the whole vibe is just great. It's perfect for lunch or a nice date night. I do recommend making a reservation, especially on the weekends. Definitely worth it

We came in from out of town and our friends recommended this place. They have some great dishes…read morethat you typically do not see at other restaurants. The menu is very long so you can go with someone who doesn't like sushi and they will be able to find a delicious meal. I would recommend going with a larger group so you can try many different dishes. We have great service and the restaurant was clean. We will go back but not as often as some other places due to the price. However, the nigiri was worth the price!

Happy hour felt like dinner time here! it was CRAZY busy! Luckily, we managed to get a seat and…read morewere pleasantly surprised by the quick service despite the crowd. The shrimp tempura, spicy tuna roll, and avocado roll were all so light, fresh, and flavourful. We went a little overboard and ordered their famous Citron roll too, and WOW -- the flavours were absolutely bang on! Definitely coming back for more! And they have dedicated parking too -- honestly, what more could we ask for? Great sushi, quick service, and convenient parking. A total win!

My friend and I were looking for another sushi spot in Silverlake since the wait for Sonmari was…read moretoo long, and we stumbled upon this one! We came during lunch time and it wasn't super busy inside. To start we ordered the chicken karaage. The pieces were huge, chicken was so juicy and crunchy! I ended up going with the lunch sushi plate A, which came with 7 pieces of nigiri. We also got complimentary miso soups and salads while we waited. My friend's chirashi bowl came out really quickly but the nigiri took a really long time and I waited nearly 45 minutes after ordering, even though it didn't seem that busy. The nigiri quality was fresh, had a great ratio of fish to rice, and good fish selection for the price. I wasn't amazed but also wasn't disappointed. There was also a cute little photo booth in the back of the restaurant that was fun and cute too!

This ramen spot is really where it's at! Nestled in the heart of Thai Town, Susuru is cozy and…read moredelivers where it matters most, in the taste. Susuru Ramen Bar is a real neighborhood spot for ramen, and worth the walk and the drive! The Chicken Karaage is the perfect blend of moist and crispiness, and didn't feel heavy or oily. Some places serve chicken karaage over-breaded or drenched in oil, but not Susuru! The Mayu Ramen is really where it's at though. This pork-broth base ramen with black garlic oil surprisingly uses egg noodles, so it's a richer, different taste that certainly stands out. At the same time, no singular taste overwhelms the rest of the dish, and everything from the seasoned soft boiled egg to the perfectly charred chiashu work together in one harmonious feast. This is one ramen bowl that is literally good to the last drop!

Stopped by with my boyfriend for a late lunch and started with the Takoyaki. They were nice and…read morecrunchy on the outside with a great texture. I wasn't a huge fan of the sauce it was a little too sweet and BBQ-like for my taste but my boyfriend really liked them! We also ordered the Mayu and Spicy Miso ramen. Both had a generous amount of noodles, but the noodle-to-broth and topping ratio felt a little off. I also swapped my protein for chicken, but was disappointed that there weren't many toppings overall. The portions were filling, but unfortunately, the ramen was just okay and didn't really stand out. For the price, I expected a little more, and some of the ingredients didn't taste as fresh as I would have liked. Overall, not bad, but probably not somewhere I'd go out of my way to visit again.

First time eating here and happy we did. I had the Albacore crispy onion sushi and my son had the…read moresalmon avocado roll. He enjoyed his and I was surprised on how delicious mine was. Clean open space with good friendly service. Thank you to the staff

My wife and I have very different palates. I usually prefer burgers or Mexican food, but she loves…read moreAsian cuisine. This time, she was craving sushi. The staff were attentive, even though we only ordered one dish. The sushi chef prepared our spicy tuna roll quickly, and it tasted pretty good. My wife liked it so much, she even asked me to try a piece. I was only able to eat one, as I was already too full. We would be happy to return if we're ever in the area again.

Santo was amazing! The fusion flavors were really excellent and stand out so much and are so…read morememorable as a result! The service was excellent and seated us immediately when we checked in with our reservation. We ordered and they answered many questions we had and gave many great recommendations. The appetizers (tostada, crispy rice) were all great; the salmon sashimi was so fresh and delicious; the sushi quality was excellent, and I thoroughly enjoyed my san-shake roll. I can see why this place is always packed when we walk or drive by, and I hope to come back and try this place again!

Food 100/10 Service 100/10…read moreAmbiance 10/10 I cannot believe im saying this because I definitely have my top 3 favorite sushi spots but I'm going to have to change up the order because Santō is officially my top 1 now. We made reservations for 9 but arrived 15 minutes early and luckily 2 people had just left so we were seated immediately. We were welcomed by Missy as she helped us order food for which was supposed to be for 2 people but the food was so good we ate for about like 4 people and don't regret a second of it. Before I continue I just want to put it out there that Missy had exceptional customer service skills and she was so funny and super attentive and so nice, I almost wanted to hug her before we left lol. We started with edamame and spicy tuna on crispy rice and immediately after that I knew we were about to eat some bomb sushi, and sure enough walked in happy and left ecstatic because we're coming back this week for round 2. Fish was INSANE quality, sashimi was literal butter, the rolls were out of this world. For someone who orders extra sauce for once I didn't have to use extra ponzu or spicy mayo because everything is just so flavorful. Thank you SANTŌ you can take all my money any day! The chefs deserve everything because wtf WOWWWWW!

The freshest fish!…read more The staff was incredibly kind & welcoming, but more importantly...efficient. The menu is well organized and quite extensive, along with some daily special offerings. I can definitely see why this place has a wait for tables.

Decided to come here with my wife and daughter for sushi. Our 6 year old daughter will not like…read moremost kids touch this kind of food so we decided to pickup a Pizza for her and we brought it in as most places will accommodate for kids. We sat down and everything seemed to go well until the waitress came to our table and I started to order sushi for me and my wife and as soon as my wife opened the pizza to feed our daughter the waitress raised the issue with us feeding our daughter pizza, she said we had to order for her from their menu. I told her our child would not eat their food so to order from their menu for her would be a waste of money. She said "sorry" so I said ok then we can't eat here got up and walked out. So they let a $150.00 dine in ticket walk out over a pizza for our child. Not very smart business. I get it if adults are trying to come in there and bring outside food for themselves but children should be an exception. Regardless we respect their rules and took our business down the road to Star Fish sushi where they welcomed us and allowed us to feed our daughter pizza with no issues whatsoever. 5 Starts for star fish sushi!

I am obsessed with the Sapporo roll. Really great quality fish and the staff is so kind. I am…read morereally grateful to have a good sushi spot in my neighborhood.

After my trip to Japan, I set an unfairly high bar for sushi back in LA. Starfish cleared it…read more The nigiri was the star: perfectly seasoned rice at the right temperature, topped with fish that was fresh and flavorful. The yellowtail and snapper stood out most, both with clean, strong umami and pristine texture. Beyond the nigiri, the crispy rice with spicy tuna and the hungry roll are worth ordering every time. Their service was also excellent. Food came out quickly, and the staff was warm and attentive throughout. It's the full package, and the closest thing to Japan I've found in this city.

This is a new Japanese kitchen with delicious Japanese food! When we wanted something new to try,…read morein the vicinity of where we were, we opted in for Japanese food and this place did not disappoint. From the clean, open dining area, to the excellent service and friendly staff, the first time experience was memorable. Let's dive into the food: Crispy rice topped with spicy tuna was amazing. I've had this type of plate elsewhere and don't get me wrong, they were good too, this one was definitely on top. The spicy tuna was fresh, the rice was crispy, soft, crunch wasn't over hard and it was cooked perfectly. Miso butter ramen - tastes exactly like the name. Great aroma, buttery and miso taste. Not overpowering and spice level was on "3". If you like spice without sacrificing the taste, 3 is perfect. Kimchee ramen - I really enjoyed this one. I opted for the kimchee on the side as I was told it could be very strong inside the broth once it settles in. It was the perfect blend. Side of crispy kimchee with the umami flavor of the broth paired so well I was surprised. Probably my favorite. Baked salmon roll - this, was another show stopper! Perfectly rolled, chefs did an outstanding job with presentation and the flavor, yet again was perfection, Overall, will come back for the ramen and rolls. Definitely worth trying if in the mood for a nice, ramen / sushi dinner (at least that was for us). Kudos !!

4.8 stars huh? Lets see. The interior is clean but lack of interior design elements - like wall are…read moreplain white. Miso soup 3/5 - not a rich flavor, average. Crispy gyoza 3/5 - good presentation, i didnt feel any meat inside a meat paste rather, and the sauce was oily and pretty spicy. Not the best. Just ok Baked salmon roll 3/5 - again weird tasteless balsamic vinegar type of sauce, average rice, good salmon, good presentation Eel sushi 4/5 - good big crispy eel on a mediocre rice Wasabi was not spicy at all, sauce containers were too big. Everything needs polishing here and there The service was good and the food was served quick. Food is 3/5. One and done to me

Small and cozy spot! I came here with a friend, and we ordered the udon and tonkotsu ramen. Both…read morewere pretty good, and we enjoyed our meal. It's a very small restaurant and the space inside is quite narrow, so the air can feel a little stuffy. Still, the atmosphere is cozy and casual. Overall, we had a great time and enjoyed our dinner together. A nice little place to grab some Japanese food

Iré little place super convinent to Trader Joe's. It was my first time there and I went because…read morethey had a special coupon. I ordered the rollls that were on the special. They were not good I also ordered tempura and it was super greasy. The place is small a cute, service was great. I wish I had cotton a different roll perhaps it would have been better

We went with the six roll set which included snapper, scallops, crab, yellow tail, and albacore…read morekari kari. They allow one substitution per set menu, so I swapped the spicy tuna for toro since I was also getting the spicy tuna crispy rice on the side. Great move because the toro was excellent, and the crispy rice was too. The servers were also super helpful, answering all our questions and making great recommendations, which made the whole experience even better. The vibes here are really nice too, they've got a cute little patio out front and sushi bar seating inside if you want to sit right up close. Only downside is parking since you have to find street parking, but that's a minor thing. Sushi itself was a solid 5/5 and we'll definitely be back! If this review helped, a thumbs up is always appreciated

Above average experience for Hand Rolls. Their flavors are well crafted, with some notable hits and…read moresome misses. Prices are fine dining with on-par service. Ingredients are fresh with a refreshing focus on Yuzo. Portions are on the thin side, making dishes seem very like you're ordering a tasting menu. Hungry appetites should certainly over-order. They have a good variety for their sake selection. Beers are the usual comparative.