Malibu Sushi By Howdy really hit the mark. I came in skeptical because the spot is tiny. But everything was dialed in. The spicy tuna hand roll had the perfect balance of heat and richness. The rice had that warm-to-the-touch feel that tells you it's fresh. And the sashimi? Just melted. Each cut was clean. No chewy weirdness. Just pure, ocean-bright fish. It's one of those places where less is more and they know it. The staff had jokes, in a good way. Chill vibe but still on top of it all. Plates came out with no lag. You can tell they're proud of what they serve. The place is intimate but doesn't feel cramped. You can actually hear the ocean if you catch it right. MIGHT just be me though. lol The whole thing felt effortless. From seating to service to check, it was smooth. Clean space. Real energy. No ego. Just top-tier sushi and a team that gets it. It's giving... Nobu on a student loan budget. read more

It's Saturday night around 7:30 p.m. There are only four customers inside, all seated at the bar. I'm greeted by a young man who asks whether I'd like to sit inside or outside. I choose outside, and he tells me he'll bring a menu. Ten minutes pass. No menu. He never returns. Another employee - a woman with a long braid - is darting in and out, clearly busy, but never once acknowledges me or says hello. I eventually go inside to request a menu. The same young man asks if I'd like water; I say yes. The water never arrives. The woman with the long braid continues going in and out of the very small shop another five or six times. I'm seated directly outside the door, yet I'm completely ignored. A third employee appears, and it's clear there's confusion about who is doing what. Still, no one takes responsibility. I have to ask - again - if my order will be taken and also request water once more. At this point, I ask the young man directly whether I should just leave and go somewhere else, because it's obvious their operations aren't dialed in. I'm hungry and already know what I want: the blue crab roll and the Mexicali roll. The food comes out fairly quickly, and while it is fine and did what it needed to do, nothing ruins a meal faster than inattentive service. No one checks in to see if I need anything. At one point, the third employee mumbles a quick apology and mentions they want to close the shop door. I won't be coming back. The overall service communicated a clear lack of care, and what they managed to do exceptionally well was leave me with the impression that I didn't matter at all. read more

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The Mango Poke here is so delicious. All the ingredients are very fresh. It just adds on to the beautiful weather here in Malibu. I'm so glad I decided to try this place. Service is great as well. Thank you for a wonderful lunch. You have got a very happy customer here. read more

Malibu Sushi - Mango Poke Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Malibu, California

Sat at the sushi bar and service was great. I understand why they have so many good reviews. The orange chicken was excellent, which was quite the surprise. The sushi rolls were good. Very delightful spicy tuna crispy rice and halibut sushi. read more

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We ordered takeaway from this spot - my boyfriend was working nearby and brought the order home. We tried the Malibu Roll, Lox Roll, gyoza, and seaweed salad. The lox roll (called a "philly roll" elsewhere - salmon, cucumber, cream cheese), the gyoza, and the seaweed salad were on point. The Malibu roll (lobster, crab, amberjack, lemon, and more with sliced jalapenos and spicy eel sauce) was phenomenal - fresh, flavourful, and beautifully plated, even in takeout packaging. Every item was boxed properly and we received napkins, chopsticks, and sushi condiments. The wait time for the order was fewer than 15 minutes - my boyfriend barely had time to drink a Sapporo there as he waited to pick it up. With such delicious sushi and a pleasant and efficient staff, I'd go out of my way to come here if I was in Malibu. Great casual option if you don't want to get gussied up for Nobu. read more

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Yes, my wife and I were recently shopping in Malibu Shopping Center, and you know, shopping takes time and energy. We stumbled upon Howdy Sushi and had one of the best lunch experiences. I highly recommend this place. Great food and great service. read more

This is my go to for faaaaabulous, well crafted and superb rolls especially the Shiso Luna. Incredible No way Whhaaaat? Heaven Like buttah! It's layered so well that the roll separates in an oh-so-amazing journey inside my mouth. Unbelievably well done! I have never never ever eaten halibut (top layer) and yellowtail in a roll that did not but instead tasted so superb. With the mysterious shiso to pepper it up! So fresh. So fresh! And let the record show ... Chef knows I love Kama, so he got sous to freshly cut one up for me. And by golly! Quiet please. I need to pause and delight in this. No one can take this heaven away from me. Not on a mundane Monday! Not even if LA is celebrating downtown for the Dodgers. I love the Dodgers and am so proud of them ... but my love for Howdy's Sushi ... no can do. I'll watch you on YouTube Ohtani-San! ps Double Spicy Tuna - a very simple and popular name for something NOT a single sushi place in Malibu (wink wink) can match. The miniature (artistically crafted) sprouts on each piece - wow! How does chef do it! This is Michelin star level... but shhhh. Yes Images included. This time I didn't forget. So great. So great! read more

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Very limited seating inside since it's a tiny space. They have 11-course omakase for $120. We got: 1) 3/5 spicy tuna crispy rice cakes ($15) - which my family didn't like, but I thought it was decent. 2) 5/5 mango poke bowl ($24) - I been craving poke for months, been years since I've had. The mango was really fresh, firm, balanced with sweet & slightly sour flavors. The fish was tuna & salmon I believe. Comes with raspberries & blackberries. Salivating as I'm typing. I can def eat another bowl. Too bad Malibu is so far. 3) 3/5 three hand roll combo: spicy toro, yellowtail & salmon ($30) - these are pretty standard 4) 3/5 classic bento ($30): Cali roll & cucumber salad, 3 nigiris, shrimp & pumpkin tempura. The shrimp tempura was the best thing in the box. It was so good, we got an order of just shrimp tempura. Everything else in the box was pretty standard. 5) 5/5 shrimp tempura ($14) You know it's good when you don't even need sauce. The batter was so crispy. read more

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Amazing sushi, great service and really nice location. The staff are super attentive and very professional. Only complaint is the price. Too expensive for what it is. read more

Food incredible. Service incredible. It felt like Christmas even though it was Thanksgiving and I loved that. read more

Malibu Sushi - Best service. Vano here is the MAN. - Japanese Near Me - Malibu, California

The sushi was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every bite was delicious -- definitely a place I'd come back to!

By far one of the best poke bowls I've had in California! Everything was so fresh and delicious. It was a slightly pricier bowl than what I'm used to spending, but for the portion sizing, they don't skimp out. 10/10! read more

Malibu Sushi - Mango Poke Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Malibu, California

What a cute hidden gem in Malibu! This restaurant took me by surprise because I was very skeptical at first but now this is my go-to place for sushi in Malibu!!! Kane and Josh were our servers and they were so attentive! A+++ for their customer service! Kane recommended the Malibu roll which was spectacular! Loaded with flavor with a zest from lemon and mint! Definitely recommend getting the sashimi bc the fish here is so fresh! There's a lot of parking and seating is limited in the restaurant read more

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Malibu Sushi by Howdy is a newer japanese restaurant in the Malibu Colony near Malibu Country Mart. They have plenty of free parking in front of the restaurant. The food was pretty good! The mango poke bowl was a surprise with each bite because of the mix of different fish and fruits. I would definitely get it again. I also got the iced matcha which was refreshing to drink. Staff is very limited here. There was only one waiter who was working all the tables. There's seating inside and outside the restaurant but it's pretty small. I would come back here to eat again. read more

What a crew! And what fresh crab and fish! Loving those big ole rolls, aka sushi burritos. It's a small spot - intimate and cozy and casual. But don't let that confuse you. The fish is amongst the freshest and it's certainly amongst the best sushi I've had in Malibu. Blows away the place near Ralph's. Sorry, just keeping it real. If you're looking for a casual, delectable bite of fish, look no further. With unpretentious pricing, you've found your fishing hole here. read more

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Cute little spot with quick service, fresh sushi, and an adorable waiter who was friendly and informative. read more

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Went in not expecting much. Turns out, place is very good! Service was also great. One of the best sushi spots ever been to. Wish it was closer to my Oceanside home. read more

Server was so nice and very conversatiable! Food was 10/10. Lowkey top 5 sushi places I've been too read more

Malibu Sushi - Salmon Crispy Rice Cake & paradise roll & mango poke bowl & Double Spicy Tuna Roll - Japanese Near Me - Malibu, California

Sat outside at Howdy this evening with my fiancé. The staff are all super friendly, and the sushi is delicious. Our favorites are the crispy rice and the salmon sashimi. So fresh! read more

Malibu Sushi - Fried Rice - Japanese Near Me - Malibu, California

Food: The food was good. My salmon sashimi was elegantly presented. I also had the cucumber salad. A downside is this restaurant has a scant amount of vegetable dishes on the menu. Like most Japanese restaurants, they had tempura, which is deep fried and unhealthy for those with cholesterol issues. I thought the pricing was a bit steep compared to similar restaurants. Service: I love that they have outdoor seating, as we enjoy Al fresco dining accompanied by our dogs. I felt a bit rushed (pushed out) by our waitperson. My husband was still hungry after eating his meal and ordered another item; when the waitperson brought it to our table, he promptly asked, "Would you like your check?" The waitperson was very young and this is probably his first job; however, I'm not sure if he was afraid we'd try to skip away without paying or what. Ambiance: Very nice and casual. The outdoor dining area is limited, but very clean - a definite plus. Summary: Overall, the food was good and fresh, but pricier than most Japanese restaurants. The portions are very small. Dinner ended up costing us about $80, which isn't horrible in this day, but the tiny portions were not worth the amount we were charged. The feeling of being "pushed out" made us uncomfortable and was a definite turnoff. Also, Howdy's one and only lavatory was out of order. read more

Malibu Sushi - 5 pieces salmon sashimi - Japanese Near Me - Malibu, California

Top standard sushi quality, incredibly delicious with super friendly and courteous service! If you're looking for a laid-back place with superb quality sushi spot this the place to go! Will be back many times! read more

Got the Malibu Rolland the Scallop roll, SO GOOD. The scallop sushi was surprisingly better than any I've had because they give large cuts rather than a bunch of small chopped up pieces! Malibu Roll is going to be this places #1 roll, so delicious I can't wait to come back! read more

Malibu Sushi - Got the Malibu Rolland the Scallop roll - Japanese Near Me - Malibu, California

I ordered a takeout order, but everything was so fresh and yummy! Definitely going back soon.

What a great addition to Malibu! We've tried many of the rolls, sashimi and salads. Everything has been delicious! Fresh tasting and great quality. The sashimi, cucumber and seaweed salad are my go-to order! You order at the register and food is brought out to you. The staff is attentive and friendly. Small indoor seating area and outdoor seating is also available. Don't let the casual ambiance fool you! This is one of the better sushi spots in Malibu. read more

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Great sushi and amazing service! I got the spicy tuna specialty role. On point! Wouldn't hesitate to come back!

LA sushi scene is plentiful, but Sushi by Howdy lands squarely at the top of the list. Their ingredients are extremely fresh (even for take out which is hard to do well!!!) and their flavor pairings are innovative while still being appealing to everyone. You could bring someone here who isn't into sushi and turn them into a big fan. You honestly can't go wrong with what ever you get. The rolls, no matter which I've ordered, have all been excellent, we love the crispy rice and sashimi equally. I always say I want to try the ramen but I haven't yet because the sushi is just too good! Skip Nobu (overpriced and annoying) better than your nextdoor spot, and while I love Sugarfish it can start to get old because it's always the same thing. I love to order take out here for out of town guests and casually be like "yeah this is our go-to place for take out" and they're like whaaaaaat? SO GOOD! Heartbreaking for people because they find out what they've been missing! read more

Everything was very tasty and the presentation was excellent. The waite staff was very friendly and attentive.

Today I tried some new dishes they have including orange chicken!!! Wow! It was delicious. Can't want to go back and try some more of the Chinese dishes they added to the menu. Yum! read more

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I'm so in love with this place the view is beautiful I enjoyed my time here so much! My boyfriend took me on a date here I would go back forsure !! read more

I love this place sooo much! They are the best and fresh sushi ever ! I came here with my boyfriend for our anniversary it was amazing , great service , and delicious food as well ! Highly recommend this place to go !! read more

Love that they are here in town. Super fresh seafood. Generous portions and great staff. We are regulars and have never been disappointed with the food. Small counter set up but have never had an issue getting a table. read more

Warning: All other sushi will be mediocre after you have experienced this place. If there were more than 5 stars we would give it-Danny is an artist-a true craft he has been honing in on for over 15 years. The quality of sushi I have never experienced before, and I have eaten sushi all over this map since I was a child. Bernie and AJ are incredibly kind as well and provided amazing service alongside Danny who truly outdid himself in every way . If you're unsure what to order, they will make suggestions. Make sure to try the Cherry blossom, Malibu, and Paradise. Quaint spot with indoor and outdoor seating and at home cozy type vibes. read more

Ordered the Surfers combo and it was amazing! Great food and service! Will definitely be back! read more

Malibu Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Malibu, California

I stopped in for a bite recently and was deeply impressed by the high quality and freshness. I expected it to be "on the premium end" of fast food, but this was about two orders of magnitude higher. The steak salad with Avocado and Balsamic Vinaigrette was perfectly medium rare and honestly tasted like prime grade from a specialty ranch or something. The avacado was perfectly ripe and dressing clearly homemade. I don't think the dish could be better unless maybe they had used A5 Wagyu which isn't realistic for 18 bucks. What this dish was was a simple preparation of super fresh and high grade ingredients. Go To Howdys - you won't regret it. read more

Expensive but worth it. I recommend the sushi burrito and get this when we go. Staff are all welcoming too

Really amazing food. Very kind service. We saw lots of people picking up to-go while we sat and enjoyed our food at a table outside. The Sushi bar inside looked cozy as well. We will absolutely be back again. Ordered: the double spicy tuna roll, tuna roll, salmon roll, yellowtail nigiri, uni nigiri, chirachi bowl. Everything was great. read more

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Cooper was great made some suggestions like the Paradise roll and it was fire. Great atmosphere laid back casual relaxing it's definitely a nice place to frequent fly. Ordered about 7 rolls and they all came out fast. Thanks Cooper and remember to always window shop, you're never too young read more

Amazing food amazing service amazing staff I got my food so fast it's so clean and the California role was so good highly recommend

I am a sushi enthusiast! This was the first time I experienced sushi paired with fruit and the flavors were amazing. The quality of the fish was fresh and delicious! read more

their sushi burritos are super cool and you should try it! just not my all time favorite sushi spot in the area. the staff is really kind, nice, and quick! read more