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    Kiku Sushi

    4.1 (596 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    KIKU SUSHI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Great sushi spot! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and nicely presented. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was great. Definitely a place I'd come back to and recommend!

    2. Geisha Combo
    Rish C.

    Decided to try a new sushi restaurant in the Monrovia area! Kiku Sushi is a little hole in the wall that I would definitely recommend. I will say that they have quite a big menu and it was hard to select food, but it does give you a lot of options! I got the dinner combination with sashimi, the Philadelphia roll, and spicy tuna roll. My fiancé got a variety of sushi as well. It's funny because he rates sushi restaurants depending on how good their salmon and tuna are. He really loved the salmon but he found the tuna was just "okay" In my opinion, the sushi is good, but it's not the greatest. It doesn't have that "melt in your mouth" factor that I look for in sushi restaurants but it's also not bad at the same time. The servers though were very attentive and I didn't have to get their attention at all. Also we got our food very quickly which was nice! I'd come back if I was in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way to make the extra drive.

    Salmon skin salad
    Brianna C.

    I love Kiku Sushi! My favorite is the salmon skin salad. Their takoyaki is also delicious. A solid spot if you want Japanese food. Their lunch and dinner combos are a great option as well. Usually get seated right away too.

    Megan M.

    Never a bad time, service was good. food was great. I love sashimi especially from here... All smiles from start to finish.

    Brittany Y.

    Not a raw fish fan but always enjoy my visits. Love their baked green muscle, Diana rolls, vegetables tempura rolls. Yum !

    Vanessa J.

    Very peaceful, calm atmosphere food very fresh and a vast menu and of course the chef is willing to accommodate most requests. I enjoyed my time here and I would come back again. Staff very attentive as well. It's just a fun little place with fun music and good food.

    Blue Crab Roll
    wayne l.

    Our favorite sushi spot in Monrovia You can taste the crab in the blue crab sushi roll Quick service for both dine in and carry out

    Bento box !!!!
    JoJo N.

    My favorite bento spot I come here at least once a week !!! It's not all you can eat but it hits the spot and is satisfying. Has everything I want in a Japanese restaurant .

    F10. Alaska Roll
    Ava L.

    I really wanted to like this spot because I live right up the street and sushi is my favorite food but I honestly just wasn't impressed. The sushi was very dry on both rolls, and it wasn't super fresh I felt. The lady who served us as well wasn't the nicest so it just made want to pack our stuff and leave sooner. I don't think I'll return any time soon but happy I got to try it out.

    Yummy baked 7. Baked Green Mussels (5)
    Dave C.

    Baked mussels and lunch special was nice. Lots of items to choose from for the 2 or 3 item lunch

    We came for fish katsu and it's delicious.
    Suzette M.

    We came for fish katsu and it's delicious. Server is nice. We will definitely be back.

    Kymberly M.

    This gem is nestled in the Kohls/Trader Joe's shopping center right off the 210 fwy at Huntington Drive. You'd miss it if you drove by...so don't miss it! Great service. Very friendly atmosphere. The green tea is perfectly steeped and comes in a very large tea mug. You get a free refill too! Started with the BEST miso soup I've had. I know--miso is miso is miso, right? Wrong! The flavor and consistency of the broth bring a Mmmmm to your mouth! The sushi came out quick and tasted so fresh. Definitely try the cilantro roll with jalapeño. It has just enough kick to know it's in there, but doesn't overwhelm the roll so you can enjoy all the other flavors. It's a quaint spot so depending on the time of day you might have to wait a bit. There's also a sushi bar with ample seating if that's what you prefer. No matter where you sit, every seat is the best in the house! Enjoy.

    Bento boxes
    Lydia S.

    Came here with my mom for lunch, the bento box was great! They also had lot of options with a great environment. Would definitely recommend!

    Benti box salmon teriyaki,pork tonkatsu ans beef teriyaki

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    Do they offer indoor dining?

    Yes. They currently do indoor dining.

    Hi, if I order the sushi boat for delivery, will the sushi come in a boat or on a platter instead of a boat?

    Hi, we will use a party platter instead of a boat. Thank you,

    Do they offer outdoor dining?

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    Akami Sushi - Omakase nigiri

    Akami Sushi

    4.5(418 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$$
    Vegetarian friendly
    Large group friendly

    Small lot in the front but they said there's more backing in the back. Cute little spot, very…read moremodern and clean. Even their bathroom was nice! Servers are very attentive about clearing plates and refilling water. Sushi deluxe was a great bite to share for two people. The baked salmon and crab roll was definitely my favorite! It had the perfect amount of sauce that was creamy and had a melt in your mouth typa feel. Edamame was standard, the miso could've used a little bit more flavor. Would love to try their lunch specials and their sparkling yuzu! Had a bev before this so I stuck to water this time

    I've been here a handful of times and have tried both their omakase for special occasions and their…read moreSushi Deluxe Set, which has become my usual go-to for dinner. Sushi Deluxe Set: I personally prefer the 10 piece over the 12 piece. The additional two pieces are uni and ikura, and for me they aren't really worth the extra $10. The quality is consistently good, and the negitoro roll surprisingly exceeded my expectations! The set itself is also filling enough for dinner. The closest sushi spot I'd compare it to is Sushi Kisen (for sushi deluxe set not Omakase), and I'd say they're pretty on par in terms of quality. Omakase: Since there aren't many places offering omakase in the immediate area, this is a great option if you want to treat someone for a special occasion without having to venture far. I really liked the diversity of the menu and that the experience wasn't limited to just nigiri. Overall, a really solid neighborhood sushi spot that I've enjoyed enough to keep coming back considering if you don't want to drive far into LA for omakase.

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    Akami Sushi - Chanwamushi w/king crab

    Chanwamushi w/king crab

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    Omakase ($150) course 6

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    Kyuramen x TBaar

    Kyuramen x TBaar

    4.0(853 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    I avoided this place since it opened because the lines were ridiculously long and I wasn't in a…read morerush to wait an hour for ramen. Recently, I noticed the lines disappeared so we came for an early dinner. The interior is pretty cool. It's kit just tables and chairs but the design element is unique. Some seating are inside a honeycomb shaped booth, some are just in the middle of the dining area. We were seated at a table that resembles a birdcage. There's a lot of wood and warm colors, which makes the ambiance stand out over other ramen places. We ordered a ramen, omurice with katsu, some skewers and popcorn chicken. The spicy ramen was delicious, but there was no soft boiled egg as shown on the menu photo. All I saw was a broken egg white at the bottom of the bowl. 4/5. The omurice was nicely done. The egg was perfectly soft and silky with a nice curry sauce in the side. The katsu that came with it was crispy, hot and tasty. 4.5/5. The popcorn chicken was great. Perfect seasoning and crispy. 5/5. The skewers however, were the low point of our dinner. They did not appear they were cooked fresh. The meats were dry and tough. The scallops were OK but tiny. Chicken was average. The whole order did not satisfy. We also got an Amazing Lemonade and Thai iced tea. The lemonade was a very refreshing drink, and the Thai tea is just like all other places. Our server, unfortunately forgot his name, was excellent. Very personable and great at describing flavors. The friendliness extends to the rest of the staff too. It's a nice place to check out. Note their parking lot is fairly small, and shared with Paris Baguette next door. It's a 4.5, rounded up.

    This place is one of my favorite restaurants in the 626 because you literally can't go wrong with…read moreanything on the menu. They have a wide range of delicious dishes!! My favorite appetizers are always the popcorn chicken and crispy hot piping purple sweet potato fries!! Their ramen is also super yummy, but I prefer their tonkatsu omurice with curry sauce. Love the fluffy egg blanket over the rice on that dish. I also enjoy getting their omurice as a combo since it comes with a Thai tea! As for desserts, I can vouch for their matcha pudding and matcha tiramisu which were not too sweet :) I'm only giving them 4 stars bc it's slightly pricy and also I feel like as nice as the free coupons on the ramen bowl are if you win them, it's also a gimmick especially because you have to redeem it the next time you visit AND dine in. I feel like I have to come back and spend even more money to get my free item, so I feel a little robbed. Something for the restaurant to reconsider. Maybe allow customers to redeem their free item the day of their visit or allow us to redeem it to go instead of dine in. Overall super great restaurant though and everyone should try their food at least once!

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    Kyuramen x TBaar - Interior

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    Sushi Kisen

    Sushi Kisen

    4.2(543 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    Highly recommended. The fish is super fresh. Authentic japanese restaurant. The service is very…read moreefficient and friendly.

    Have been wanting to try Sushi Kisen for awhile. Recently saw an episode of MySGV Podcast where the…read moreowner talked about this restaurant, among other ventures. It is a bit rare to find traditional-style sushi in the SGV...there are a handful of places and this place certainly fits the bill. Located in a bustling plaza on busy Baldwin Ave., it's surrounded by other reputable and iconic restaurants. It was easy to make a reservation on their app and we were very excited to try this place out. Decor is minimal and sterile. No loud music. Bright lighting. Tons of wood. About 10-12 small tables with a stylish sushi bar. We opted for a table. Menu is on the smaller side. Do not expect to find California rolls and the like here. A number of side-dishes (some rare) are offered. Sushi, sashimi, some grilled and fried items as well. We finally settled on a premium chirashi and Edomae sushi dinner. Did not disappoint! Food arrived quickly like a well-oiled machine. Service and presentation reminded me of Sushi Gen (Little Tokyo) but with a more relaxed feel. Generous pieces of seafood and very fresh! Rice lightly seasoned with aged red vinegar, which makes it different from other places. Believe it or not, rice is a major factor when it comes to sushi. Service was pleasant, non-intrusive, to-the-point without being distanced. We hope to be back to try their other offerings. Nice to have this here in the SGV!

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    Sushi Kisen - Interior

    Interior

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    Assorted Tempura

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    Izakaya Tonchinkan

    Izakaya Tonchinkan

    4.4(364 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$$

    Came here for my mom's birthday and I'm so glad we did! We sat at the counter and the head chef was…read moresuper funny and friendly, which made the experience even better. We ordered a bunch of appetizers that paired really well with our drinks. My favorite was the beef tongue it was so tender and flavorful! The ambiance was also great cozy, lively, and perfect for a night out. Definitely a great spot to grab drinks with friends or family while enjoying some really good food!

    We came to Izakaya Tonchinkan around 9 pm, with last orders at 9:30. The restaurant has its own…read moreparking lot in the plaza, and there was plenty of space that late at night. We ordered the Assorted Sashimi, Beef Tongue, Salmon and Ikura Rice, and Hojicha Panna Cotta. Our total came out to around $158 for three people. The sashimi was fresh, with the Japanese Mackerel and Scallop being my favorites. The Beef Tongue was good, and the Salmon and Ikura Rice was solid and tasted pretty much as expected. The Hojicha Panna Cotta, though, was amazing and easily the most memorable item of the meal. It was also a lot of food for three people, and we probably could have ordered one less dish. The service and atmosphere were the biggest highlights for me. The staff was immediately welcoming and helpful in explaining the menu and popular items. The owner/chef was also very lighthearted and friendly, and the whole restaurant had a communal, neighborhood feel. Even around closing, everyone seemed relaxed and was enjoying their time together. Overall, the food was good, but I did find it expensive for what we ordered. I'd still come back for the atmosphere, service, and Hojicha Panna Cotta, but I'd be more mindful of how much I order next time.

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    The master

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    Sea bass

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    Sumibiyakitori Kidori

    Sumibiyakitori Kidori

    4.2(72 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    We've visited twice in the past two weeks, and both times confirmed this is the real deal for…read moreyakitori. First visit: we showed up late and were still greeted warmly. The food was excellent. Second visit was on a packed Friday around 8 pm. No reservation, so the host kindly took my number and asked us to come back around 9:30. We ran a few errands and returned around 9 pm to wait it out. Over the next half hour, three different staff members came out individually to check on me and reassure me a table would open up soon. We were finally seated close to 9:30, and they apologized again with complimentary liver pâté, a cucumber chicken salad, and drinks on the house. That level of hospitality, on a slammed Friday night, says a lot about how this place treats its guests. The food matched the service -- genuinely great. Do yourself a favor and book ahead, but even the wait is worth it.

    The first thing I'll note is, I was treated to this visit by a friend after telling them about my…read moreYakitori meal I enjoyed in Kyoto, and this place delivered skewers of similar quality to that experience in Japan. So they very much deliver on the quality and flavor. Great: -Excellent quality of ingredients and grilling by the craftsman at the grill. -The food has a great binchotan aroma, the house sauce/glaze is perfectly seasoned. -Immaculate cleanliness, the hood vents above the grill and glass in front of it are spotless which suggests cleaning after every service or similar. Not as great: -The oyakudon was TINY, the menu could have communicated the portion size better. I got a bigger bowl in the Japan yakiya, to stress how small it was. -Minimum of $80 USD per guests, either their omakaze which starts at $80 or a la carte ordering you need to get up to $80 worth minimum. -Our server did not seem familiar with the offerings and availability, she stumbled on questions, told a guest their favorite quail was available only to run back from the grilling chef to correct that it was not in stock. -It was not always easy getting the attention of a server. Other: We made an unplanned visit once and learned they do two seatings per evening and by reservation, a fair arrangement considering they need to prep and portion out skewers ahead of time but just know you can't walk up and expect to be seated.

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    Sumibiyakitori Kidori - The beautiful space

    The beautiful space

    Sumibiyakitori Kidori - Mountain Yam

    Mountain Yam

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    Ramen Nagi - thin noodle with original broth and cha siu

    Ramen Nagi

    4.5(1.2k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    Ok I've been to a lot of ramen places but I gotta say I don't think anything beats Nagi. First of…read moreall, they cater to all types of food eaters by enabling you to have full control of oil, noodle, thickness, salt, etc. Essentially, you are building your own perfect ramen bowl that meets your own standards. The best part of all, I think this might be the first ramen restaurant that is doing this so that's a plus in my book. Some other ramen places, albeit good and rich, may sometimes be too heavy for some people like me. That's where Ramen Nagi differs. They have the ability to cut down that "heavy after eating" feeling. Service was extremely on point and will come to you if you need help with anything without hesitation. It's a family friendly environment and has good lighting for those instagram photos which makes the food even more appealing to eat. I definitely recommend 1000000% if you have never eaten ramen this is like THE PERFECT place to go.

    Visited 8/9/26 - Red…read moreKing 17.50 For context, I went with light salt and oil to be "semi health" conscious. I would definitely do this again, because it tasted like a normal ramen and I wasn't left wanting more. I love spice, but would definitely not add additional to the red king. The pork belly was killer and would recommend getting that over chasu, the flavor had a hint of sweetness and the minced meat was just the perfect combo! - Black King 17.50 My boyfriend always gets this, his only comment was to opt for the thick ramen! The noodle texture here is always on point, their "normal" should be the standard whereas other places you have to request firm to have it done perfectly. The price is the reason why he always returns! - Chicken Karaage 8.25 My favorite chicken karaage hands down and a must order when I go. The sauce is a sweet soy complementing the savory chicken with a touch of creamy mayo! I opt for this over the gyoza for more protein, if you have the people definitely worth while to get both. Once you queue, the hostess will give you a paper menu and marker to line up your order. From there when you are seated they will confirm and the food is ready really quickly. This is where I would go for a quick sit down meal, emphasis on quick since the music is loud and theres always a long queue.

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    Ramen Nagi - Line at Ramen Nagi in February 2023.

    Line at Ramen Nagi in February 2023.

    Ramen Nagi - Their pork gyoza are a tad smaller than I'm used to - but def homemade and absolutely delicious!

    Their pork gyoza are a tad smaller than I'm used to - but def homemade and absolutely delicious!

    Ramen Nagi - Their pork gyoza are a tad smaller than I'm used to - but def homemade and absolutely delicious!

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    Their pork gyoza are a tad smaller than I'm used to - but def homemade and absolutely delicious!

    Kiku Sushi - japanese - Updated September 2026

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