So I've been really excited about this new sushi place and I finally had the opportunity to check it out for my girlfriends birthday on a Sunday. It happened to be the first Sunday they started to have a live DJ to bring some south of France vibes. What a great suprise it was since we were there to celebrate a birthday. The design and ambiance was set for south of France vibes. The service was great and the sushi was surprising very good. We tried lots of different dishes as we were so hungry and they did not disappoint. We started with two different sashimi plates, rolls, oysters and cooked cod. I'm normally not a fan of the cod as it can be made with too much glaze that makes it too sweet for me but this cod was made perfect for my taste. We had the napoleon ice cream for desert and cake and it's one of my favorite deserts. Overall, it was a great suprise to visit on a fun Sunday afternoon. Great food and ambiance. We will definilty be going back. Must try! read more

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Got in easy on a Friday night! I'd make a reservation to be safe but we had great service at a table for two. They gave us a heads up that there was a reservation in an hour and a half, but we were in and out within an hour. Friendly staff, not sure why there are so many negative reviews, that didn't reflect our experience at all! It's a little pricey, but a great upscale spot for a date! We stuck to sushi and got an assortment of rolls, the shishito peppers, etc. I would definitely come back and will add this to my list of Valley sushi spots! read more

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Ashamed to say I didn't take any pictures of my dinner here and you, good reader, suffer for my failure. I met my brother at this spot while I was out in LA on business and he picked it. Well done, sir. It was an early dinner (for LA at least) so there wasn't much of an issue with getting a seat, though it was quite crowded when we left at 830. There's indoor seating, which was well lit and spacious and seating in the bar with open windows to the street. Service was friendly and provided some solid recommendations. My brother had some specific orders (light rice or no onions) and our server remembered him, which was nice. On to the food. We ordered a variety of food and I've waited too long to recall everything but it was all amazing. We started with edamame and crunchy rice and moved on to a variety of sushi. Hand rolls, sashimi and the sushi tacos. It was all amazing. I'd highly recommend this place if you're up for sushi, though I didn't really have a chance to explore the rest of the menu because we were sushi focused. read more

Ah, I have mixed feelings about Leona's. Dined here on a Friday night with my family and made reservations for 8:30pm which upon arrival I realized was not necessary because the restaurant was not super busy. The ambiance was great. They have a beautiful bar and just a gorgeous vibe all around. Their menu isn't too heavy on roll options but had a decent selection of rolls, sashimis, and other Japanese-style dishes. For cocktails - we tried the lychee martini and the cherry blossom. Both were delicious and the perfect amount of sweetness. For our mains - we all shared the albacore sashimi, yellowtail cilantro roll, lobster roll, crab croquettes, spicy tuna handroll, scallop sushi, spicy tuna crispy rice, and udon cacio e pepe. Everything was delicious, especially the croquettes and udon. The only roll we all didn't care for very much was the lobster roll. The miso sauce that it was dressed in just didn't pair well with the roll itself. Everything about the restaurant was good - food, service, ambiance. So why am I giving them 4 stars? Well, I felt that the portion sizes compared to the pricing just did not add up. Portions were relatively small for a hefty price tag. I have been to plenty of other sushi spots that deliver the same quality for 1/3 of the price. So overall, we enjoyed our time at Leona's. I would say try it at least once, but personally I don't think I would be back. read more

Leona's has a modern, stylish ambiance with great music that really sets the vibe. The food tastes fresh and full of flavor, which makes the whole experience even better. The service is also great friendly and attentive. Loved the vibes. Definitely a place I would come back to! read more

great food ambiance and sushi:) drinks were great as well and sushi quality is excellent! we had a lovely server as well

This place is beautiful and has a great vibe. The food was amazing and service was excellent. Can't wait to go back and try different dishes. read more

Loved the space and playlist - seems like a good place for larger parties. My fave dish was the blue crab croquettes. The prices are a bit steep for the portions but the service was great and flavors of the food are good. Parking is valet or street only. read more

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Started on a good note with the valet on a rainy night ,$10. The valet guy was awesome braving the start of a long wet evening. Big picture everything was a-ok, and I will chalk up the misses, from my point of view, as Leona's still being relatively new. Cocktails: they were solid but nothing super special for the price point at $18 each. The Leona's Old Fashioned needed some sort of fun garnish, I've seen bacon, big ice cube, lots of options but needs a twist. Kind of looked like a watered down coke. I enjoyed the Oxtail Bao. Nice appetizer to share, two per serving. Sushi: the sushi was good and pretty reasonably priced in comparison to other spots. There was a miss on the execution, as the runner could not id some of the fish and it felt clunky. Felt like if you ordered sushi in "dining room" instead of the "sushi room" you may not get the same attention/service. Just guessing from our experience in the dining room section. Again the sushi was good but have had the same or slightly better quality elsewhere, so need to differentiate somehow. Ocean Treasure at $19. Just don't do it, think it was the crab that didn't taste super fresh. Expensive and not good for what you get. The rooms...sushi, garden, and dining is a cool concept. Really well done but unfortunately I can't eat and drink them! Wish I saw more differentiation elsewhere, as being sushi focused you have a lot of competition in the valley. I was going to try the pork and possibly a steak but just wasn't feeling it so we didn't keep going. Maybe those are some good dishes so keep an open mind. read more

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Good ambiance and the owner is very personable and is usually making the rounds at the restaurant. The food can be hit and miss and is neither here nor there. It's not really sushi but it's not really traditional Japanese. It's a mish mash of things. read more

Always a pleasure dining at Leona's! Food was as good as I remember. Chris was wonderful and took very good care of us. Jose was also very kind when we spoke to him. We'll definitely be back, but hopefully the Udon Carbonara will make a comeback as well! read more

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Celebrated bestie's bday here with great ambiance, good food, and excellent service! We asked to sit in the outdoor patio which was brighter and prettier IMO. Also, FOH was helpful with parking recommendations. (We forgot our valet key.) Cocktails: Salty Shiba (5/5), Toki Remedy (4.5/5), Eastern Saketini (5/5) *enjoyed all Asparagus (pork belly wrapped) 4.5/5 *yummy Assorted Tempura 5/5 *excellent variety & quantity Sunomono Salad 3/5 *nothing special Albacore Ceviche Roll 4/5 *good Yellowtail Cilantro Roll x2 5/5 *loved so ordered one more Prime Rib Eye Steak 4/5 *good but would prefer not presliced Congari Banana 5/5 *banana-licious, flaky read more

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Great food and ambiance. Servings are on the smaller side. Robata - we got the asparagus, eggplant and mushrooms. The asparagus i will order again. Eggplant and mushrooms were okay. Appetizer - Crab croquettes 10/10 but only 3 small pieces Mains- Miso cod 10/10, Teppan Kaisen crab baked roll 10/10 read more

Leona's - Asparagus from Robata menu, miso cod, teppan crab baked roll, $12 still water - Sushi Bars Near Me - Studio City, California

We had the best experience at Leona's tonight for my daughter's birthday-- It was her dining choice as a repeat dinner and our first. We were welcomed -- right at the curb -- with a wonderful valet team that made our parking effortless... which is unique on Ventura Blvd. Then our hostess, at the front door, checked us in and invited us to enter (even though we were 20 min early) and off we went to our table. The cocktail and beer list was deep and classic and I started with a great Belgian triple. Our daughter and son in law arrived and off we went with ordering small bites, salads, lots of rolls, baked miso cod, so much nigiri, tempura and much more. It was a feast fitting for the birthday celebration that it was. When things couldn't possibly get any better, Frank Leon arrived table-side checking on how everything was tasting snd if we enjoyed our dining experience... we chatted about the menu and his passion for serving us-- just then our love for Leona's instantly deepened as this wonderful owner made us all feel like celebrities. This was a Michelin level dining experience that we can't wait to experience again and again. Thank you Frank and the entire Leona's team! The food was excellent yet it's the quality of the people and our connection with them that made everything perfect. read more

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Def loved the ambiance, the service and the food was also good!! Great date night bc they're a little on the pricier side, but you do pay for ambiance!! read more

Inside is nice. Too bad the food was average. Tried number of their rolls. It was ok. Paella was very salty. Filet and rib eye was average. they ran out of uni. so disappointing. read more

Some of the yummiest sushi I've had in the area! The sashimi was so fresh and buttery soft. Flavorful combinations too. The lobster was spectacular and so was the branzino, tried a good variation of items in a group, not cheap, but definitely would recommend for good atmosphere, attentive staff, and good quality food. read more

Classy, FUN, Millennial approved! Had a recent girls night out on Ventura and just happened to walk by Leona's and we were like- omg what is this! A new biz in the heart of Studio City nightlife! The vibe even from the outside was exactly what we were looking for so we spontaneously came in for a drink. Leona's is SO CUTE!! It was pretty late already so it wasn't too busy. We were sat immediately in a comfy open air booth. Our waitress was soooo nice. She let us know a bit about the biz and the three different rooms they have. One was a sushi more restaurant type room, another was more loungy (music was playing and people were dancing), and we ended up in the "bar" room. The whole space is really gorgeous and trendy. I got a glass of the Napa Cabernet, highly recommend. Everyone there was just having a great time, including us! We ubered because parking in this area can be kinda hard to find. They did have valet tho. Overall, really great addition to the Ventura strip. Instant fave! read more

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I love Leona's! We came by here on a Saturday night with a pretty large party and were seated immediately (we had reservations). The food was incredible, the service was great, and the ambience was exactly what you would want. I love that they have a variety of cool foods to try like their miso pasta- would definitely recommend it! They also stay open later than most other sushi places in the valley which is a win! Would definitely recommend coming here for a date night or when catching up with friends! read more

Street parking is very sparse. Very hard to find and a very busy street. $10 valet. There is a hostess outside who will walk you in. Very cute space. I came in for a friends birthday dinner. My drink was very underwhelming. I can tell the bartender doesn't steer away from the cocktail menu. My sidecar was very disappointing after waiting awhile. Sushi was fresh and not badly priced. read more

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Was very nice , have been few times, last time was also - great service, great food and nice atmosphere. Check ... paella , and sushi / sashimi... Will go again read more

Made a big party reservation after a graduation ceremony and were sat on the patio area which felt intimate. Our waiter was very nice and attentive. The food came out fast and fresh to order. read more

This place was weird in terms of the fusion of the cuisine (Japanese Italian???), and the activity/ambience. I showed up for a dinner with a friend at 6, an hour after they open, and there was no one there except a couple at the bar. Food was just okay, but way too overpriced for the tiny baby oysters we got, and too weird to walk in to a place thinking it was closed bc it was so empty, and then not having another table arrive for at LEAST 45 mins. Just too weird, and probably wouldn't go back/recommend it. read more

This was the most breathtaking Omasake we have ever tried. We have a tradition where for my birthday we go to a Omasake restaurant. We could only find reservations for a table but we saw there were open spots at the sushi bar. We asked our waiter to ask if we could get Omasake. The fish was fresh and paired with wonderful flavors. The sake we tried was sweet and delightful. This restaurant has been open for only 3 months. read more

Came here for date night with my fiancé. We were excited to try a new sushi place as it had a nice ambiance. We had a really sweet waitress and I informed her 3 times of my severe mushroom/truffle allergy. She noted it and I specifically ordered items that were not meant to have the allergens. However, she had miscommunication with the kitchen (her words) and they placed mushrooms in my dish that wasn't supposed to come with it. I took a bite and almost immediately went into an anaphylaxis shock. She was very remorseful and told us to forget about the check and just leave to the hospital. In a panic, my fiancé gave her cash to cover the bill and we rushed to the emergency room. I was admitted and stayed overnight. We tried getting a hold of the manager, Frank for 2 weeks to go over what happened. Every time we called, he never got back to us. After 2 weeks he reached out and spoke with my fiancé. We informed him that we want to be reimbursed for the dinner that sent us to the hospital (almost $200) and $50 for the hospital visit. Frank sent over a $100 gift card ($50 for the "inconvenience" and $50 for the hospital.) He stated that since "we enjoyed the food" we're taking advantage of the situation and being unreasonable. What makes you think I want a gift card to your establishment after you don't take deadly allergies seriously? He sent us some disgusting text messages all over $250 he could have reimbursed. If you have any type of allergy, avoid this establishment as they are very careless and not apologetic if they almost kill you. Also avoid Frank, he's rude and insanely unprofessional. read more

Miso Cod was 5 stars! Sushi-average. Very expensive for average. Roll was just ok. Nigiri, pretty, but nothing special. Eggplant was good. Cucumber salad, fresh but not a lot of flavor. I'd read they had a Michelin star but after going wondering, how??? Service was great, everyone super nice. Beautiful setting. But, it's one on those loud places, like headache loud. Not a relaxing environment for dinner, more night club like, the music was blaring, which made people yell to be heard. Maybe bad acoustics and people drinking/laughing contributed. Just so loud. I kept having to repeat what I was saying to my date. I could not wait to go. So glad I didn't go with my dad, he'd of been disappointed in the food and annoyed with the atmosphere. read more

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Another great sushi spot in studio city. They have valet in the front as street parking is difficult to come by. The inside is dimly lit with multiple seating areas. We came in on a Saturday night and it was not too noisy or crowded. Great spot for a date night and the ambiance is romantic as well. Drinks and food were amazing! Highly recommend the albacore sushi roll! read more

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LA's Sushi Row AKA Ventura Blvd is definitely not short of sushi spots but this new Japanese-Peruvian hotspot, offers more than just it's fresh menu items. Guests can choose from 3 different dining areas to enjoy their meals, each stunning in their own fashion. I'd recommend focusing more on their sushi options and craft cocktails when impressing guests w the ambience. Knocked off a star for very slow service-our waitress would forget our orders and to check on our table constantly. Courses are also very small read more

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I had a wonderful time here. I love that the restaurant is part indoors and part outdoors. The decor is beautiful. And I loved the art on the walls. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Everyone always had a smile on their face. The presentation of the food and drinks is beautiful. Really well done. Everything tasted great, but nothing stood out to me as amazing. I would definitely come back to try more things. read more

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food was tea, ambiance tea, service tea such good sushi and we met the owner as well, super nice read more

Leona's - Sushi Bars Near Me - Studio City, California

I have eaten at Leona's on three occasions and each time I was very pleased with my selections--sushi, rib eye steak, miso salmon and grilled octopus. The food is fresh, savory and the ambiance is suitable for any event. They have three separate spaces for your dining experience--beautiful restaurant bar area, patio exquisitely designed with lush plants and bar, and traditional sushi bar. The wait staff provided excellent service throughout my dining experience. read more

After seeing mixed reviews on other platforms, (TikTok) I am happy to announce Leona's exceeded all my expectations. This beautiful hidden gem in the heart of studio city is definitely worth visiting if you are a sushi lover. My friend and I had our reservation around 2pm on Saturday and enjoyed our meal in their beautifully decorated outside area. Our sushi satisfied our tastebuds and our server was also beyond amazing! read more

Leona's - Chardonnay, Spicy Garlic Edamame, Albacore Ceviche Roll, and Baked Snow Crab Roll. (Oyster Kaki - not pictured but highly recommend!) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Studio City, California

This place is FLY! We met up with some friends who were visiting from Indiana. There were six of us all together. We sat in the garden area which looked straight out of a Drake music video. It was a wonderful vibe. Our server was a super kind Midwest-style young woman who was very good. Wasn't uppity or terse. She helped guide us through the menu & drink options. We ordered a bunch of CROQUETTES (out of control good), Blue Crab hand rolls (very good), Spicy Tuna Rolls (unreal) & some sashimi. I'm not a huge sushi guy, but doesn't it seem like sashimi is the biggest scam in all of restaurants? I mean it's literally one bite & they charge steak prices for it. EVERYWHERE. Any way - this is getting a little off the rails.... don't want to offend any sushiheads. The food is very good. The vibe is EXCELLENT. The service is great. I think we even saw the owner/manager bopping around throughout our dining experience & I always love that. Shaking hands & kissing babies & making sure everyone is satisfied. Offers up more of a sense of community & love. Location is primo right on Ventura in Studio City! Can't miss it! This feels like the hottest spot in the Valley right now. CHECK IT! read more

Leona's - Garden Area AKA Drake's Living Room - Sushi Bars Near Me - Studio City, California

I went here when they opened and had a great time - surprising value for quality! After establishing, I returned and they completely changed to unfairly exploiting and stealing from their customers. They list sushi as 2 pieces for a set price. When the bill comes, it turns out they charge you that price for each sushi, not both. So even though the menu says 2 pieces for a set amount, you're going to be billed double. No sushi place does that. It's a blatant scam. The owner defended his scam as I asked him about it on the way out. What a scumbag. Their employees and customers deserve better. read more

One of my favorite spots for tapas and sushi in Studio City. From the dim lighting for the background music ambience to the cocktails and dishes... this spot is always a good idea. My favorite Leona's specialty roll is the yellowtail cilantro roll and from the chefs special - Udon Cacio e pepe read more

Leona's - Yellow tail cilantro roll and albacore ceviche roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Studio City, California

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I would like to give this place 5 stars for the ambiance, food, drinks, music and just all around vibe were good....but the service was absolutely horrible for a restaurant of this caliber on Ventura Blvd. I sat down with a reservation in the Garden section. I must've sat there for a good 10 minutes before asking the hostess, who my waiter, or waitress was because I wanted to order a drink while I waited for the other person in my party to arrive. I watched Jerred and a girl he was training have a conversation for a good 5 min before the girl (who mentioned being in training) took my drink and appetizer order. The bartender brought my drink to the table a few minutes later as my friend arrived. All in all, they were not super busy and looked staffed appropriately, just not sure why the lack in service. We walked in at 6:45, and left at 8:58 pm. The big bummer was that we were there celebrating a birthday, and that was completely overlooked and not even acknowledged, even though I mentioned it in my Open table reservation. Big lack of paying attention to details. read more

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Dinner here yesterday with a few friends. The place is absolutely beautiful. The food was amazing . We ordered a few appetizers and rolls. I really enjoyed the it all . LEONA'S SPECIAL ROLL and YELLOWTAIL CILANTRO were my favorites! We also enjoyed the YELLOWTAIL SASHIMI it was so fresh and delicious. The cocktail was very nice. I cannot wait to go back and experience this place again since there was so much on the menu I didn't try. The server was nice and friendly throughout our dinning experience. read more

Leona's - Sushi Bars Near Me - Studio City, California

How in the WORLD does this place have a Michelin star?? We were giving that information by our server at the end of the night as an explanation of why everything was bad. What? How? This an insult to what Michelin stars should be. Maybe if the food was phenomenal I could overlook everything else. But it wasn't. Honestly the sushi at kabuki happy hour is better. So terrible food, terrible service and an obvious lack of management made this one of the worst nights out of my life. First off we had a reservation and didn't get sat til 50+ minutes after because they were "running behind". This does not happen at a Michelin star restaurant. Then we got some of the worst free poured (no jigger or pour spout) cocktails I've ever had. So bad that I had to send back my first cocktail in 20 years. We were informed "they ran out of an ingredient" - so the bartender decided to make and charge me for a drink that they knew was not right? Again - how is this Michelin? On our nearly hour wait (with a reservation) we noticed a laptop occupying a high top table that was plugged in a 2001 middle schools dance floor speaker. Didn't know a laptop was more important than guests? Then, who's ever laptop this was for a FaceTime call. So the speaker took a break from playing the Cupid shuffle and did the all too anxiety inducing FaceTime ringtone for a solid 15 second. Perfect. Exactly how I expect a Michelin dining experience to carry out. Job well down. Overall I 100000% blame this absolute failure on a lack of systems and management. read more

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This extraordinary Micheline Star Japanese restaurant is exceptional in Studio Cities' sea of sushi restaurants. Quality cuts, exceptional fish choices, clean flavors perfectly balanced with specialty sauces. Slices of sashimi are thin enough to see through and not reflective of price. Yet the charm and warmth of the decor, ambiance and food will bring me back for more. read more

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Great atmosphere, fun music, fresh sushi and fast/friendly service. This place is great, both for a group or date night. Sakitini was a 10/10 one of my fave drinks ever because it's not too sweet, just right!! The albacore sushi was impeccable tonight so buttery and perfect! Owner is always greeting you at the entrance too which I think is awesome! Love this place! read more

Leona's - Sakitini was delish!!! I liked it more than the lychitini - Sushi Bars Near Me - Studio City, California

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