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    CM Ghost Kitchen by Chef Maezaki

    4.6 (86 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Tempura appetizer
    Luis D.

    Have to admire the lean into the ghost kitchen concept right down to the logo. Fairly extensive menu with lots if different bentos and bowls. The prices are pretty reasonable considering the quality of food ans portion you're getting. The bento come in a pretty cool looking box and comes with real wasabe. The salmon teriyaki comes with a gyoza, a piece of boneless fried chicken and a california roll, very good and a bargain for 18 bucks. The light sushi bento was also good, but there was a pin bone in a piece of sashimi, so that drops you a star. Overall, still a good deal and will order again.

    Beef Steak American Wagyu Bowl
    Doreen T.

    We decided to try CM Ghost Kitchen after seeing a post on the SGV Eats Facebook group. Ordering was easy through their website, which also gives you an estimated pickup time. I went with the Light Sushi Set and added a corn croquette and four pieces of salmon roll since I was getting hungry. My husband ordered the Yakiniku Wagyu Beef Bowl and the egg omelette bowl with ground chicken. The sushi was fresh and flavorful, though the rice portion on each piece was a bit heavy. I really enjoyed the croquette--it was crispy and satisfying. The beef in the Yakiniku bowl was a little on the chewy side, and the omelette bowl was pretty bland in flavor. Overall, we had a decent lunch, but I'd definitely stick to the sushi menu next time. Bonus points for the cute packaging and their adorable ghost-themed branding, it's super kawaii!

    Bento box chicken teriyaki
    Victoria S.

    First time trying this place, my church ordered catering for a special event. The food was delicious & it came in a cute bento box. We had teriyaki chicken rice, green beans, salmon roll, gyoza, chicken karaage & it even had a tray for the soy sauce, wasabi & ginger. I was pleasantly surprised that their chicken karaage & teriyaki sauce was gluten free!

    Daniel W.

    The wagyu beef was delicious however the portions were extremely small for $20. I don't think i would have gotten the bbq yakiniku Australian wagyu if i knew I'd still be hungry after. My wife was very happy with her chicken teriyaki bowl. Overall it was good however I am just disappointed with the beef bowl size especially since I only found out once I got home with the food.

    Standard Chirashi bowl, really delicious. Great cuts and quality.
    Pauline G.

    Food was great, I got the standard chirashi bowl. Next time I will try premium but standard is delicious and definitely filling.

    Zara K.

    This is my go-to when I need something quick, fresh and flavorful. It's a ghost kitchen, so no seating, but the portions are massive. Easily enough to feed a crew. When you're out there hustling, drop by and grab some food to fuel you through the day.

    Dave H.

    One of the best sushi and Japanese food take out hidden gems located inside a humble storefront in a small strip mall in Pasadena right off the 210fwy. Sushi is outstanding for a takeout place - think pulling up a chair at a legit sushi bar in Japan but packaged so neatly (Japanese style) like in Japan! All the details covered from the packaging, hand wipe, quality wasabi and shoyu and even the small sauces to add to the sushi (if needed) 1st time I took out I ordered the regular chirashi that was I think the best in Pasadena! Best cuts and super fresh with perfect sushi rice! Put together so well - next time I will try the premium version which I assume would be even more delish! 2nd time I ordered the sushi dinner and it was one of the best I've had -I thought was even better than sugar fish and other mid high competitors. They don't skimp on quality of the fish and rice here even though it's just takeout. This time I tried the chicken teriyaki that was a generous serving and their sauce was perfectl not too sweet or syrupy. Very Japanese! Plus I picked some ala carte sushi which was again excellent! What a hidden gem for this ghost kitchen serving up high quality sushi in the non pretentious take out shop. Japanese Owner is very friendly too! Next time I will try the tonkatsu or curry! Definitely the best spot for high quality take out sushi and other Japanese dishes. Mochiko my cat was spoiled and gets her sashimi treats from the Japanese markets (mitsuwa and Yama seafood). She won't eat sashimi that has been frozen or from a chain or cheap Japanese restaurants or supermarket sushi (Ralphs, wholefoods, etc.). She won't even eat sashimi from Hmart! She is super picky for a cat! But she was going crazy when I gave her a nibble of my tuna! Mochiko approved as fresh quality!

    Beef bento box
    Arnold T.

    A great choice if you're on the go and want good quality bento! Ordered via their website and it was a breeze. Although the wait time may indicate a longer duration (ie: 30 minutes or 45 minutes), my experience is that they're usually ready within 20 or so minutes (at which point they will text you that your order is ready for pick up). Ordered the beef bento and it definitely hit the spot. The variety includes a gyoza, rolls, vege and karaage. The beef was tender and full of flavor. The rolls (spicy tuna) were very refreshing and a great contrast to the other items, such as the karaage and gyoza, which I would rate as flavorful and juicy. The interior is clean and service is excellent. The shop is in a small strip mall so parking can be a challenge during busy hours.

    6 course in-home experience
    Angela C.

    Had the pleasure of experiencing Chef Maezaki's food and skills when a friend hired him for an in-home birthday experience. All of us were wow-ed and blown away by him and his staff. This isn't your typical in-home sushi chef experience with mostly raw fish and rice. They came to the house 3.5 hours before to prep and cook. Then served up 6 amazing courses with a variety of cooked dishes alongside sushi/sashimi. Most of the courses contained several pieces (e.g. course 1 had 8 items), so we were stuffed by the end. The quality, flavors, dishes were all unique and delicious! Everything was cooked and presented with thought and perfection. He put so much into each dish, and his helpers were awesome as well. It was a full-service meal so we never had to lift a finger with their seamless service.

    Premium Sushi Set
    Helen Y.

    This is truly a diamond in the ruff and so unassuming! Was searching for Japanese food specifically and just happened to see Chef Maezaki's restaurant near my home. Ordering was easy. Each item has an extensive description. My order included the Premium Sushi Set which was AMAZING! Fish was fresh and the rice is the first I've had, that is remotely close to rice I've had in Japan (which is so good). Portions are a very good size and enough for my husband and I to share. We got double Toro and will definitely order again. Presentation is unique and attractive. The chef included various sauces in little pipettes for the sushi. Each sauce complemented certain sushi, very well matched. One interesting piece of information is the chef's "How to Make Sushi Rice At Home". He is very up to date with a QR code on his recyclable food boxes as well as his business card. The restaurant is very unassuming. I would have never known that it existed in this strip mall. The inside is very clean with an opening to the kitchen where the chef personally greeted me. I will be ordering from Chef Marzaki again. The price you pay is the quality of fish you get!

    Light sushi set
    Meena N.

    We ordered some food via door dash. The driver said it was taking forever to get the order so not sure what was going on that evening in the kitchen. We got the: 1. Albacore tuna crispy onion. Fresh and tasty. 2. Light sushi set. Not a fan. The sashimi was too thick for my liking. The edamame too salty. The Nigiri was ok. The Spicy tuna rolls was just ok too- it was actually quite spicy. 3. Egg Omelet bowl with ground chicken- this was actually my favorite. Both the egg and the meat were well seasoned. Very tasty. The egg should have been softer but I think that's what happens when you order take out instead of eating it immediately. I would definitely order the omelet bowl again.

    Light Sushi Set
    Michelle C.

    I found this place on DoorDash and I'm glad I did! Definitely a hidden gem for high quality take out sushi! The estimated time for pick up was accurate and there was no wait at all. I opted for the Light option and I was super full afterwards. The cuts of the fish were huge and I enjoyed the small kale salad in addition to the sashimi! Very yummy! I will definitely have to try making my own sushi rice after reading the instructions on the box as well.

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    Geri S.

    Picked up lunch today since it's on my way home. This is my second take out and it didn't disappoint. I got the light and it was enough to fill me up. It has the same set up and very similar too sugar fish. I was pretty full and it's a good thing I didn't get the standard. The lunch specials look really good too I'll try it next time.

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    Excellent fresh food . Chicken and sushi are great! The rice is especially delicious!

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    Some of the best food around! Great for take out, fast and delicious. Chef Maezaki is amazing.

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