I can't believe it took me this long to visit Kabosu! I am also glad I made a reservation even though I was dining solo for an early Friday dinner, I arrived around 5:45 and the place was nearly full! All the staff was so incredible nice from the hostess, wait staff, bus boys and chefs! I love that they have nigori my favorite type of sake I started off with the salmon special which was amazing! Butter fatty salmon resting in a delicious tangy vinaigrette Next the negi toro taku roll - fatty tuna minced with green onion and combined with crunchy taku, one of my all time favorite rolls and this one was spot on The baked crab and salmon had delicious flavor but I think was a tad bit dry! Just a teeny bit more sauce would help The salmon and toro samplers were absolutely perfect. The buttery fatty soft melt in your mouth salmon and tuna pieces all with different toppings flavors and some being seared - I would come back just for these two plates. The salmon with shiso was my favorite from that tray and then the toro with quail egg, caviar, and gold was the perfect bite to end my meal! read more

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Honestly everything I got was sooo good. The Yuzu Roll was my favorite, the flavors were powerful and the crispy onion on top made it even better with the perfect crunch. It all worked so well together. I also got the Hama Chili nigiri and it was super different, in a good way. The red powder was something different I haven't tasted before so I can't describe it. The fish was buttery soft. So fresh and flavorful. And the Baby Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Cake was easily one of the best crispy rice dishes I've had. The ratio of spicy tuna to crispy rice was perfect and the portions were actually good too, which a lot of places mess up. Every bite was perfect. Everything tasted really fresh and looked pretty too. I want to come back with my sisters and see what they think read more

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My girlfriend and I have been to this restaurant multiple times and have always enjoyed it, which makes this experience even more disappointing. We ate here last night, and shortly after I started vomiting and dealing with diarrhea throughout the entire night. It was one of the worst reactions I've had after eating out. What's even more frustrating is that I tried calling the restaurant afterward to notify them and discuss the situation, but I couldn't get ahold of anyone even after leaving a voicemail. I understand things can happen, but food safety should be taken seriously, and the lack of response afterward made the situation even worse. Very disappointed after what had previously been good experiences here. read more

Kabosu - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I don't come here very often mostly because parking isn't as easy as their sister location across the street, but every time I come, I'm reminded why I need to come more often. For one, Kabosu is open for lunch on a Saturday and it's the best time to come! Street parking was easy and once I walked in, was welcomed and seated right away. The staff is consistently friendly and so welcoming. Got the edamame with white truffle sauce, baked crab handroll, salmon sushi, the Lemon roll, and the Spicy Popper roll. Everything was incredible - the Lemon roll here is ELITE as is the baked crab handroll. It's not cheap, but every bite is worth the price! Oh Kabosu, how I love you. read more

Kabosu - Lemon Roll - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Quick summary: Excellent toro, decent rolls and chirashi; lunchtime service was efficient. Food: We had a chirashi bowl, two rolls, agedashi tofu, and the tuna/toro sampler. Rolls and chirashi were decent; the toro -- one bluefin slice -- was meltingly tender and pure quality. Agedashi was not our favorite. Service: Attentive and reasonably quick for a Friday lunch. Atmosphere & logistics: Light crowd at Friday lunch; no wait. Bottom line & tip: Would return for the toro -- order the tuna or toro sampler. Parking: rough, mainly metered street parking read more

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Came here with a girlfriend after work and it was such a lovely experience. Walked in we were offered outdoor seating right away but decided to wait a short moment for a table inside. The sushi was fresh. We especially liked the Killer Salmon, which was buttery and genuinely delicious. The ambiance is on the louder, brighter side, so keep that in mind if you're looking for a more intimate setting. We did have to flag down staff a couple of times, but everyone we interacted with was very kind and attentive once they came by. Overall, it's good sushi. Didn't make me see heaven but it did make me smile. I'd come back for another easy weeknight dinner with a friend. read more

Kabosu - Otoro nigiri - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I remember being younger when dining on sushi felt like a rare treat and culinary experience. Now, in my middle age days; sushi has almost become a regular staple in life and I can honestly say I am a sushi snob who is quite picky among the endless sushi spot offerings in Los Angeles. Some of these sushi establishments blow my mind while others are 'meh' and yet some others are unfortunately terribly low. I can now add Toluca Lake's Kabosu to my ever growing sushi restaurants I have tried... how does it stack up? Kabosu is under the Yuzuya Corporation umbrella and has a 'sister' restaurant under the same management and ownership practically across the street (Sushi Yuzu which I have also tried and reviewed with 3 stars). Nestled near Trader Joe's and next to Malbecs at the Riverside/Forman intersection in the charming, bustling strip of Toluca Lake filled with shopping, dining and theaters; Kabosu is somewhat of an architectural eye catcher being a uniquely curved- building brightly painted all white. Simply put, you can't miss Kabosu. Parking is available on Riverside with meters or along the beautiful, residential neighboring streets of Toluca Lake. Kabosu was hopping on a Sunday when I arrived with my boyfriend and honestly was hopping a bit too much: it was so loud I was taken back to the days of clubbing in my early 20s and the only available table was the smallest table for two that is probably the size of a Fischer Price table for kids. We were handed a case study dissertation of a menu - about 5 printed pages of cold and warm appetizers, sushi, daily specials, alcohol AND an actual menu alongside the paper pile. It was honestly overwhelming and not in a good way; especially on our children's Thanksgiving table. After having a mini ordering panic attack; we made some decisions and had a little Kabosu feast with: Hirame Carpacio (Halibut with ginger, carrots, vinaigrette and yuzu - $22), Salmon Sampler (Salmon belly, Salmon Baterra, Salmon with fingerlime and Salmon with truffle), Kaisen Futomaki roll (tuna, flying fish roe, cucumber - $21), Baked Crab & Salmon Roll (salmon with soy paper, avocado outside, crab dynamite on top - $25), soft shell cracb appetizer and eel. The food at Kabosu started arriving rather quickly filling our tiny table even more (clearly, this is a point of contention with me) starting with the Hirame Carpacio which was the best dish of the night being light, refreshing and perfectly accompanied by a bright vinaigrette and plated with an artful design. The Salmon Sampler was decent with the Salmon with truffle being my favorite - this girl LOVES truffle! The Kaisen Futomaki was nothing to write home about. In fact, it is so unmemorable that I really have nothing to say about it, here. The eel was mediocre: not bad but I've had better. Ringing in the winners of the WORST of the night was the Baked Crab & Salmon Roll which was downright awful. The crab tasted like the canned processed ham spread cans from the dollar store and there was way too much mayonnaise. This was the worst baked roll I've had in life. The soft shell crab also disappointed with its small size and the most overly salted Japanese curry sauce known to man. Both of these can be skipped. Like its sister Sushi Yuzu; Kabosu is not god-awful but it is mediocre at best and overpriced. I've had life-altering fantastic sushi for the same price. Not sure why Kabosu is so busy unless it is solely because it is a neighborhood staple. Kabosu is not a shining gem in the sushi sector of LA and only recommended if in the area and unsure of where else to imbibe on sushi. If dining at Kabosu, make sure to bring your wallet and prepare for a stack of papers for a menu potentially on a tiny table. read more

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Ambiance: 2/5 stars It's located on the north side of riverside and foreman. Which is a perfect Toluca Lake location. Very walkable. They have tables on the outside with heat lamps but they're right on the side walk and it's a little chilly these days at night, so we opted to sit inside, and ended up at their bar. It's a very loud environment. Which isn't my thing. I don't like to have to yell to talk to my dinner date. I wish the acoustics were better. Other than that it feels like your standard mid level LA sushi joint. Also very crowded at the front of the restaurant. Seems to be waves of walk in traffic. But minus stars for the loudness and the frenetic energy. Service: 3/5 stars The sushi chefs and waitresses were nice, but busy. The host at the front was kinda mean to us. At one point he grabbed a menu and walked us towards the sushi bar, only to turn around and say "not you, go back" to which point we awkwardly went back to the front. I guess he was busy seating other people? I dunno. Then he came back and took us to our seats. He seems like he's over it and doesn't want to be there. Food: 3/5 stars It's perfectly fine sushi. One roll I had (baked crab and salmon) was very good. I also sampled a beef hot pot that was tasty, the beef was put in too early and overcooked. Crispy rice with spicy salmon was bland. And this other roll I had was also bland. My girlfriend liked the salmon sushi sampler. One piece had truffle on it that she really liked. There's nothing wrong with this sushi. The problem is we live in a part of town where you can get Katsuya, or literally go across the street to get Handrolls at Yunomi which has a much better vibe. I md the ambiance were more chill and the host was nicer I might find a time to go here. But their hours are limited and I didn't feel very welcomed. So why bother? The prices or on par with other better places. Also. I wish they had reservations via an app. Kicking myself we didn't call so we had to wait a beat. But that's on us. Just know to call ahead. read more

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Fresh sushi, amazing vibes, and top-tier service! I came to Kabosu after loving the food at their sister spot, Sushi Yuzu--but this location blows it out of the water with its warm atmosphere and incredible service. Our server (I think his name was Gap?) radiated positivity--constantly smiling and even asked if the kitchen could prep everything in multiples of 3 so we could share more easily. Such a thoughtful touch! The whole team was attentive and friendly. We loved everything we tried, especially the Yuzu roll and the hand rolls (a bit smaller than Yuzu's, but still packed with flavor). Do not skip the truffle edamame--and pro tip: dip your hand rolls in that sauce. Game changer. We also enjoyed the Sayuri Nigori sake--perfect size for sharing. Definitely recommend making a reservation--this place gets busy! Parking can be tricky during peak times, but there are lots behind the restaurant. I'm already counting down the days until I'm back! read more

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Forgot to mention! Get the Davis tuna, truffle, black caviar topped with gold flakes! read more

Kabosu - The Davis - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

How have I never reviewed Kabosu?! This is one of my favorite sushi spots. Everything tastes fresh and I appreciate that the restaurant is simple and doesn't feel pretentious. Just feels like a small local restaurant with great sushi. Friendly staff. It is a bit pricey though, as sushi can be. I LOVE their lemon roll, I get it every time. Highly recommend. I also got the yellow tail with crispy garlic and onion as a starter as well as the salmon tartare. Everything was good! The yellowtail was the better starter out of the two. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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Sushi was amazing! Fresh and delicious. Sushi chef was amazing! The customers were very friendly and fun. 4 stars!!!! read more

KABOSU is just as good and consistent as their sister restaurant, Sushi Yuzu! Highly recommend!

Seriously the best rolls in Los Angeles. And definitely best customer service. I have been at this place many times before and always such a good food and service. The best ones are the sea bass roll and lime roll ( if you don't mind spicy) My server was Mint - the best at this sushi restaurant!! read more

Kabosu - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I don't even have the words to describe how delicious this place is. It's beyond anything I've ever eaten! The appetizer menu is insanely good, everything is light as a cloud and perfectly layered with complimentary tastes. The rolls are perfectly balanced, and unique. We had awesome service, the waitress was chill and funny, and it made me feel fancy when she poured our drinks! Try this place once and I guarantee you will never forget it. read more

Best sashimi's hands-down. Always great customer service. My wife never disappointed with service or quality of their sushi. How do you recommend it? read more

5* Food 5* Service 5* Ambiance Shout out to Mint; every time I eat here, I have the good fortune to have her serve our table. On this occasion, she was not there and the service was good, but not special. I will say overall, the service at Kabosu is 5*, unlike Yuzu dinner service, where at best I would give them 2*. When Yuzu is closed for lunch, Kabosu is my go-to sushi restaurant in Toluca Lake. Quality and creativity are the biggest draws at Kobosu. My favorites are always the sashimi, scallop, and toro sushi. Normally, I don't order rolls, but if I do, it is the Asian, Yuzu, and Lime rolls. The Kambachi, Salmon, Tai Chili, and Yellotail sashimi are on my top 5. What sets Yuzu and Kabosu apart is their Taco Trio (choice of tuna, salmon or seafood) and Uni Crispy rice. The Uni Crispy rice is the BEST item on the menu in my opinion. If you don't like Uni, give this a try. It might change your mind. If you like uni, this will blow your mind! read more

One of my favorite sushi spots! You cannot go wrong with the lemon roll, the Yuzu roll or the lime roll all my favorites. The service is always fast and the waiters are nice! Both outdoor seating and indoor seating are very clean. Not alot of parking in the area as well. Make sure you check the hours because they close for lunch. read more

Kabosu - Lime and Yuzu roll - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here for a business lunch and it didn't disappoint. Great, quick service but what I enjoyed was the salmon sampling platter with four pieces of salmon all dressed differently! Oh boy was that tasty! Also, enjoyed their lemon roll, crab hand rolls, and spicy tuna rice rolls. Everything was very tasty. Found parking on the street one block up. The atmosphere is more plain here. My business partners explained they have a sister restaurant a few doors down that is crazy busy but more intimate in decor. This location is more laid back and relaxed which was perfect for this quick catch up lunch with colleagues. read more

Kabosu - Salmon sampling - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

While in the area I went there for lunch. However, they were about to close for lunch so I ordered the chicken bento box to go. The food was filled with flavor and the chicken was very tender. I enjoyed my meal. The service was great and the place is very trendy with cute artifacts and furniture. It was very clean inside. Humongous menu with so many variations of sushi to choose from. Parking is on the street or in the rear of the restaurant in the alley. I will return to try the dinner. The bento box is a bit pricey but the quality of ingredients makes it worth the price. Note: The restaurant is small inside but they have indoor and outdoor seating. Hours for lunch are 11:30am to 2:30pm and then they open for dinner at 5:30pm to 10:00pm. read more

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Dine in with them a few times but for the past months I've been trying to get lemon rolls for take out but no luck. Every time I call no matter how early it is they refused to take my order. They either say they are too busy or they are not taking anymore Togo orders even if I call them at 11:30am or noon or 8pm. Yes I know I can dine in but it gets so crowded and sometimes I'd prefer to eat at my own space. I even told them I don't mind waiting for it even if it takes an hour or 2 later but no luck. Yeah I'm sad. Anyone else has the same experience? read more

Kabosu is great, not my favorite because of the inconsistency, but still a great option to choose if you're on the hunt for sushi. They are inconsistent with their fish quality, the amount of ingredients they put, and service. The service is sometimes great and friendly, sometimes rude; their fish is sometimes great, sometimes mediocre and not fresh; they sometimes drown their rolls in sauce and don't put any crispy onions, sometimes there is a normal amount of sauce and a lot of crispy onions. With that said, it's still a solid sushi spot. I know some people who say this is their favorite, but i think they just haven't tried better places like I have. Their seabass handroll is the of the worst handrolls I've ever had anywhere (I've tried it twice), stay away from it! I absolutely do love their: - yuzu roll - lemon roll - mini spicy tuna crispy rice - albacore sashimi with crispy onion - salmon sashimi with truffle ponzu - fruit crème brûlée Their wait has gotten much better, I came at 6:30 on a Friday night and waited only 10 minutes for a table of two. read more

Kabosu - Spicy tuna crispy rice & yuzu roll - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Hands down one of the very best sushi spots in town. Always so fresh & every bite is just delicious. I have been coming here for the last 10 years and forever will continue coming back! You won't be disappointed, also the customer service is 10/10! read more

Kabosu - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This restaurant is always busy when we go out to eat in Toluca Lake. The wait usually is 45 minutes or more. In order to go here this time, we decided to eat an early dinner and get there right when they opened. I wanted to know what the hype was all about. What can I say, the food is really good. The sushi quality was fantastic. I want to say that I would keep coming back, but to me, the prices were just too high. The service was good. Maybe because it was getting busy that it felt a little rushed, although it could be my perception of this restaurant. It is always busy and maybe I'm just catching that vibe. Also, it just seemed really loud in there. We didn't eat our fill, because we were being mindful of the higher prices, but still left with a bill similar to other Japanese restaurants. I wanted to get all the hype of waiting 45 minutes plus, but I just don't. It's still good though. read more

This review mainly for the service. I have been to this restaurant multiple times and visited you and I've always had a great experience of both but this day I went with my friend who had a gluten allergy and we advised our waitress about it. We got most of the sauces on the side. When I was ordering, I asked for a side of hot sauce or Sriracha and she said we don't have any. Five minutes later I saw she brought a hot sauce or Sriracha type of sauce to the table right next to me. Additionally, I asked her for extra ginger which she brought me extra ginger but not my friend. At the end when we got the bill, she charges us for extra ginger, which I've never been charged ginger at any other restaurant and I found it very weird and when my friend went up to use the restroom, it was like they were rushing us out they picked up our water cups and everything and basically just wanted us out of the restaurant. I have to say this was a really rude experience and it was only 6 PM so they have plenty of evening left. No need to rush people out. read more

Kabosu - Lemon roll - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Horribly rude and understaffed. I don't think I've been this dissatisfied with a place in quite some time.

My wife and I go here often. At this point everyone knows us . Great service. Excellent food. Friendly staff. Ambiance cool too. The wait time can get lengthy on weekend nights. Overall great place for sushi. (This is coming from a guy that doesn't like seafood).l read more

Kabosu - Albacore sashimi Asian roll Spicy tuna hand roll Edamame - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food here is always good and fresh. Service has been great every time I've been. It's usually nice and quiet..

We placed a pickup order for 12 people for Thursday at 7 PM, totaling $1,800 plus 18% gratuity, and unfortunately the entire experience was unacceptable from start to finish. When I first called during lunch to place the order, the woman who answered put me on hold for 15 minutes and then hung up. We finally reached someone else around 2:30 PM who took the order. During the call, we clearly explained this was a large catering-style order for 12 people. We specifically requested a large ginger and three 1-pint containers of spicy mayo. When we arrived to pick up the food, after paying such a large bill, we realized the ginger was missing and instead of the three pints of spicy mayo, they gave us only five tiny sauce cups. I called immediately to let them know, expecting a simple resolution. Instead, I was told there was only one manager working and he was at their other location, Kabosu. I asked for a callback but ended up calling him myself. The conversation with the manager was the worst part of the experience. He laughed throughout the call, dismissed my concerns, and when I asked why he was laughing, he denied it. When I asked how he planned to resolve the issue, he said there was nothing he could do except give me free sauce next time I came in. I explained it had already taken us 40 minutes to drive there, pick up the food, and come home, and now I was expected to spend another 40 minutes because of their mistake? His response was essentially yes. He then blamed me, saying I was not specific enough when I said "large spicy mayo," because everyone has a different understanding of what "large" means. I asked if I could return the food for a refund, and he said no. When I asked why, he laughed and said, "Because." Not once did he apologize. Not once did he acknowledge the inconvenience. Not once did he offer a reasonable solution. He even said, "You don't eat spicy mayo with sushi." I also asked to speak with the owner or someone above him, and he told me there was nobody else. Mistakes happen. What matters is how a business handles them. The complete lack of professionalism, accountability, and basic respect was shocking, especially on an $1,800 order with gratuity already included. Sadly, based on this experience, I would not order from here again. read more

We come to Kabosu Sushi almost almost once a month and always have a great experience. The sushi is consistently fresh and delicious, and everything on the menu is very good. The staff is friendly and the service is always on point. It's one of our favorite spots to go with friends! read more

I was having the worst day ever, and the amazing staff there took care of me and gave me a fantastic meal. Such kind employees. I'm always excited to go here and have a great sushi meal, but today was extra special. read more

Kabosu - Yellowtail sampler, Oyster sampler & Garlic Edamame - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Just had to add this delicious soft shell crab roll to my already long list of delicious things at Kabosu. The oyster shooter is the best I've ever had and I've been many places. They just know how to do it. read more

Kabosu - Soft shell crab roll - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It use to be amazing. now it's tragic. Literally so upset I wasted money on this dinner. The hand rolls were so lazy. the lemon roll was drenched in fake sauce that tasted like chemicals. it was soggy and worse than mall sushi. i can't believe what's happened to this place. so sad and disappointed. Our server rushed to take our order and never came back. someone else had to bring us waters and had to ask for everything we ordered like he never put it in. To spend that kind of money to sit on the side of the road and a plastic table is also not the vibe. Pass read more

My husband and I came here to celebrate our marriage as newly weds and it was the best decision! This place is exquisite! From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent. We told the host that we just got married and didn't care where we sat, but he made sure we had 2 spots in the front and center of the sushi bar. We made friends with the people around us who joined in our wedding celebration and offered suggestions on what to order. We tried the Albacore and yellowtail sashimi - mouthwatering! The truffle edamame was a hit too. And the sweet couple sitting next to us ordered us the Davis special toast (I've uploaded a picture) - this was one of the most delicious bites of sushi we've ever tried! Every dish is uniquely created with beautiful detail. The restaurant ambiance is also fabulous - lively yet intimate at the same time. You can sit inside or outside. Definitely coming back here soon!! read more

Kabosu - The Davis Special (blue fin tuna on crispy rice, topped with black truffle, caviar, and gold flakes) - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

0 stars for embarrassing paying customers. Reading other reviews, this seems like a common occurrence. Random waitress passing by took our check (we were seated at the bar so our waiter was the man behind the bar, both taking and making the orders). My bf always leaves a tip, and if it didn't go through then it was an honest mistake (we couldn't even check if that was the case, because she immediately pulled back the device). She loudly exclaimed repeatedly that my boyfriend left no tip acting baffled, demanded that there be one, and asked in a humiliating way if he was planning on leaving a cash tip then, in a full restaurant. Tip is absolutely not required and whether he intended to tip or not does not warrant that kind of uncomfortable, public humiliation. 0 tip should have been given after that, but my bf is too kind and left one solely because of our waiter behind the bar. read more

If you want to stand around like an idiot while families that come in after you get served immediately, definitely come here! Restaurant isn't even full and the silence was palpable. read more

TLDR: 3.75/5. The service was impeccable. The sushi...as a sushi lover was just fine to me. I think they're really trying to reinvent the wheel here and it's just not necessary especially when it's hard to justify all the fluff for the price. Food overall: 3/5 (before we get down to business) I love sushi and I think that's the issue. At its core I want to taste fresh fish with a combination of other ingredients (not a requirement though) that can compliment the star of the show. When you lose the star, what is the dish really? And that's what I felt was lacking. I think out of all the rolls, the Yuzu was the best simply because I could really taste the freshness of the salmon and the cilantro was a nice touch. But the rest I was sort of lost on. Ordered: Appetizer: Yellowtail sashimi w crispy garlic and crispy onion (4/5) Spicy Salmon with Crispy Rice (3/5) Something about the crispy rice was very "tater tot esque" and it fell flat after that. Baked crab hand roll (5/5) Personally was one of the best items there: simple yet fresh. Some of the others at my party scored it lower. Mains: Lime Roll Lemon Roll (2/5) I see what the lemon was bringing but including the rind completely makes the whole roll bitter. Yuzu: 5/5 As stated before, a lovely blend of flavors. I forget I like cilantro w poké normally. Baked Lobster Roll: 2/5 This one was disliked by the whole party. It's the truffle and only the truffle. Not only do I think it's not good but truffle is just too overpowering to even taste the fish in of itself. Baked Crab spicy tuna: 3/5 I might be missing one or two rolls but that's all I can remember. Service: 5/5 Julie was very nice and accommodating. We were checked in on frequently. Ambiance: 3/5 They don't take reservations so it was tricky trying to set up a party as big as we were so we had a makeshift table but it was doable! A big ??? if I would come back truthfully read more

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Delicious food, and the restaurant is always packed. You'll have a better chance to get seats at the bar. Great sushi, hot pots are incredible, but rolls are on the mediocre side. Service is a bit slow but we didn't wait too long. Will definitely come back. read more

Kabosu - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My favorite sushi place ever. The sushi is absolutely bomb, super fresh fish, perfectly made rolls and everything tastes amazing. The waiters are fun, friendly, and make the experience even better. Add in a great sake selection and it's an easy 10/10 every time. I recommend the lemon roll & yuzu roll. read more

The food is great, although it's VERY expensive. The service isn't as good as the food.