5/5 in all aspects!!! Delicious food, extremely friendly staff, affordable prices, and quick service! Definitely a hole in the wall on the outside, but I'd highly recommend this place to everyone in town! read more

Small location ,but really good I would visit again,the fish is tasty and fresh there was a few things that don't make it perfect like the rice that came with my order didn't taste like Asian rice It tasted like basic long grain rice. It was cooked decently but the rice wasn't the right type of rice. Even like that though i had a good experience and the rolls are reasonably priced. food is tasty and they have so many to go orders that it made me feel good that the fish is fresh cause they sell so much of it. read more

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This somewhat hole in the wall sushi restaurant was a nice surprise! I was actually blown away by their quality. The two sushi chefs were so friendly and fun too! I really enjoyed eating here and will be back. read more

Namisen Sushi - Black snapper and kanpachi - Japanese Near Me - Chatsworth, California

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I've tried quite a few sushi spots, but this one easily stands out as one of the best. The fish is incredibly fresh, and every bite is perfectly balanced in flavor. On top of that, the atmosphere is welcoming and the service is genuinely friendly. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to. read more

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The last day of 2025 we are in the mood for sushi. The best thing is going to a new place. My husband and I really like the vibe the restaurant. We felt like be in the middle of Tokyo. The service is really friendly and nice. The sushi was so delicious! The price is $good. read more

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Great sushi nice place to sit and relax Great service fun place friendly summer special Spicy shrimp and crab very tasty read more

Absolutely amazing place! Fish quality was superb, fair prices, and extremely friendly staff/sushi chefs. Seriously a hidden gem especially if you're a fan of traditional sushi or omakase style. This is 100% our new go to local spot from now on! read more

We ventured into Chatsworth after two of the sushi spots we initially wanted to eat at were at capacity. Parking is limited here. We got lucky. Arrived and there was no wait on a weekend, during peak dinner hours. Place is a bit small. We were greeted and seated quickly. Our server took our order. Overall, I would be honest and say our server could've been a bit more attentive considering how small it was. The interaction we got was respectful. Another negative is they don't serve fountain drinks its cans. Our food came out in a good amount of time. Everything was delicious and well made. Everything tasted fresh. I'd absolutely recommend them. I'd absolutely come back. read more

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Delicious! The staff were so friendly and fun! They were super attentive. The vibes were immaculate!

Got to check this sushi spot out after being recommended to me by my sushi connoisseur friend. It was pretty good and I would come back. It is a small spot and you might have to wait a bit to get seated and for your food. When we were there there were only two chefs so we waited quite a bit but service was friendly. We got the Sassy roll, Haru roll and Tiki Tiki roll along with the Crispy Rice and Garlic edamame for appetizers. Everything was delicious! Both the Sassy and Haru were different and priv an acquired taste but we enjoyed it. Parking is easy considering it's in a big plaza. read more

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I was invited to dinner for sushi and this was the spot. There was a little bit of a wait which we didn't mind. Once our table was ready we were sat and menus were handed to us. They have a nice variety of dishes in their menu. We decided to try 3 rolls. * Namisen Special *Black Spider Roll *Tiki Tiki Roll All were so fresh and delicious. My favorite from the 3 was Tiki Tiki. we will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended. read more

Namisen Sushi - *Black Spider Roll *Namisen Special *Tiki Tiki Roll - Japanese Near Me - Chatsworth, California

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IF YOU COME TRY THE FISH HERE AND IF ITS NOT FRESH. Put your foot in a pile of sh*t and come step on my face. IT IS Ridiculous how fresh and amazing the food is!!! I love this place . The staff here makes you feel like a best friend and talk to you very well about your food. Well service and they the most welcoming atmosphere. They talk you and all fun but when it comes to your sushi and dish they took it to heart and craft it like an artist. You feel like you're sitting at a family restaurant while eating the most delicious and luxurious fish of all time. It felt like I was in an art museum and eating the art. Andrew. read more

Namisen Sushi - Holyyyy - Japanese Near Me - Chatsworth, California

The food here never disappoints. I've tried many of their entrees and I'm always impressed. I wish I had more photos to share. The Teriyaki beef is always tender which I love! The Yellowtail sashimi is bomb.com The crab handroll with soy paper is fantastic I'm a regular here because honestly speaking, not only is the service great the ambiance is also lovely. Whenever I have friends from out of town, we come here. Namisen is a hidden gem in the valley and I selfishly hope It stays that way! read more

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Going into deep Chatsworth for sushi might seem like a recipe for disaster, but Namisen Sushi took my opinion and defenestrated it. Local to the valley, Namisen sits in an unassuming strip mall off Topanga Boulevard. Smaller in footprint, the restaurant is capable of seating a little over twenty customers, including seats at the sushi bar. This restaurant does an excellent job with the space it has, and the interior feels welcoming and warm. Let me preface by saying we were hungry. Our party ordered an Asahi beer, Crispy Rice appetizer, Shishito Pepper appetizer, Assorted Tempura appetizer, Kanpachi nigiri, Black Snapper nigiri, Yellowtail nigiri, Eel Avocado Cut Roll, Chirashi-don, and the Chicken Teriyaki. Despite the distance from the ocean and despite the time of night, Namisen had some of the freshest and lightest cuts of fish I have ever had the pleasure of eating. There wasn't a single thing we ordered that was "just okay." It was all great. Their execution of dishes is simple, tasteful, and delicious. Exactly what is desired out of a local spot one can return to on a monthly (or weekly) basis. The most memorable aspect of our experience at Namisen was the service. Fame (apologies for the potential misspelling) and the rest of the staff were incredibly kind, provided honest and excellent recommendations, and made sure that we were satisfied with our choices. We had already decided to come back once we tried the food, but the service solidified that Namisen was going to be a regular destination. We, as a party, have been dining at Sushi Katsu-Ya Encino for over fifteen years. If it remains consistent, Namisen will have our next fifteen. Picture courtesy of Bannarot P. on Yelp. read more

Namisen Sushi - Namisen Sushi interior, sushi bar. - Japanese Near Me - Chatsworth, California

Best Sushi in the area. We enjoy our meal here --our crab handroll and salmon skin salad are so good. Services are the best both server and sushi chef are friendly and caring. The restaurant itself is a cozy small space. We would definitely come back for more sushi. They won't let you leave if you're still hungry LOL. I'm so stuffed. You won't be disappointed! read more

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Place is small but nice ambiance. Has a sushi bar so you can watch chef make rolls. We were able to watch the Olympics on their 3 TV screens. The place is quaint and clean. But the best part was the food. We were a family of 4 today, and we all agreed: the food is fresh, great tasting, great portions, and for sushi- the rice to fish ratio was just right. They even had a no rice roll. All in all, the service was great, attentive staff- water/drink refills without prompting, price is comparable and quality was top notch. The only thing we felt was not on point is the parking- the restaurant is located in a small shopping center, limited spaces and half the spaces are specifically assigned to customers of the different shops. Otherwise, we'll definitely be returning. Restaurant: Food: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Service: 5+/5 Price: 4.5/5 (markdown was for parking situation) read more

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All I can say is So good! Yummy My Friends and I loved the food. The people there were super nice as well! read more

Namisen Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Chatsworth, California

We arrived around 8 pm and were greeted by a chaotic scene. There were only a few tables, and the sushi counter had only 8 seats. Some tables were never cleaned, so we couldn't even sit down. This place is definitely not for those seeking a quiet atmosphere. The staff was incredibly loud and disruptive. They were screaming across the room, drinking alcohol, and taking shots. It felt like a party, and everyone seemed to know each other (both workers and customers). It was strange to hear people screaming and yelling between us. To make matters worse, the lady server was screaming right behind my ear. I couldn't eat in peace. We will never be going back to this place. If you're looking for a quiet place, skip this place at all costs. But if you're in the mood for a party, where everyone is drinking, screaming, and having a great time, this is your place! Thank you for making us feel like we weren't invited. read more

Namisen Sushi - Proof we were there - Japanese Near Me - Chatsworth, California

This place is the absolute best! I found this place a couple years back and so glad that I did. The sushi quality is some of the best I've had and definitely the best in the area by far. The owners and the staff are super sweet and friendly and are an absolute blast to be around. They make you feel just like family. If you are looking amazing people, excellent quality food and a fun time. This is your spot. They even have TVs is you want to watch a game. Highly recommend! read more

Wow, what a hidden gem. We have been searching far and wide for a go-to sushi spot in the northwest end of the valley but they have all been hit or miss. I have lived in this portion of the valley for 25 years and I have no idea how I had not heard of this restaurant. I hopped onto google and this place was the third search result, lower review count, so it made me curious. We went on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch and the food was incredible. The place itself is small, but the decor is nice and very much in line with most sushi restaurants. We tried the shishito peppers, the tuna rice cakes, their salads, gyoza, sashimi, nigiri, rolls...all of it was top notch. Even their eel sauce was spiced up, delicious. My wife and I ate like royalty and we expected the bill to be significantly higher, so when it came back less than we were anticipating, it added the cherry on top. We definitely plan on being back and hope this was not a one off aberration. read more

This place is always "closed." Their hours online say open until 3 and I walked in at 2:30 and immediately they said, "we're closed for the day." Their door is literally open by the way. Not to mention there were two people eating at the sushi bar and they were still preparing food. Highly unprofessional and their service doesn't align with their business hours. I don't understand why a business would ever dismiss a customer during their "open" hours and not care about customer satisfaction. Weird. read more

Food was delicious; there was a variety of rolls and sushi they offered. Servers were kind and attentive, making sure everything was good. The ambiance was nice and had a modern-y touch to it. Will come again read more

We arrived on a Friday night to find a mostly full restaurant but there was a nice booth open and they quickly seated us. The staff were very friendly. They were also patient and helpful in answering questions regarding ingredients as my cousin is gluten sensitive. I did have to ask for water refills a few times and there was a bit of delay in getting those refills but other than that we were very happy with the service. I opted for the mixed tempura, sunomono salad, and sashimi combination A which came with 3 pieces each of salmon, yellowtail, and tuna. The combination also came with a side of rice and miso soup. I'm not a big fan of miso soup so I gave it to my cousin but she didn't think it was that great. The rice was okay but I wish it had some furikake or some other little seasoning like most places will do. The fish itself was very fresh and tasty. The cuts were not necessarily generous in size but they were a respectable size. My mom ordered a bento combination which she loved. They have the option to get multiple add ons including 3pcs sashimi, tempura, and gyoza for only a small up-charge for each one. She enjoyed all the food including the octopus sunomono salad she ordered. My cousin ordered edamame which she shared with all of us, delicious! She also ordered a roll which she liked but decided she would probably get the sashimi combo next time. Overall, the prices were not cheap but reasonable for the quality of food. Some of the items were also slightly discounted during happy hour. I spent right around $50 with tax and 20% tip for the sashimi combo a, mixed tempura, and sunomono salad. We really loved this little hole in the wall and are planning to come back tonight and we already have our same table reserved! read more

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This place never disappoints!! Red snapper sashimi... beyond fresh, healthy and delicious! read more

Namisen Sushi - Red snapper sashimi - Japanese Near Me - Chatsworth, California

Awesome. Best sushi in the area and possibly in the valley. Sit at the sushi bar and enjoy

This place is a find. Some of the best sushi Ive had in LA. Classic little whole in the wall vibe. Feels like you're at a little sushi bar in downtown LA or even NY. We had the Catepillar, BSC, tiger shrimp, and salmon roll...all were delicious. The fish is extremely fresh. Also an added highlight...the miso soup is special. It had something in there that gives a hint of sweetness. So good. Definitely recommend this place! read more

This is one of my fav sushi places in the valley. It is so cute and everyone is always so friendly. The sushi is Amazing and fresh, everything I tried was so good. We came here for mother's day treat and it's been one of our fav place since. read more

Hands down the best sushi spot in the valley!!! If you're thinking about going don't think twice. All of the staff is friendly and welcoming! Makes you feel at home when you go and dine in. Sushi is always fresh and the quality is GREAT! The vibes in there are just different, super fun! GO GO GO!! read more

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Second time here and still amazing!! One of the best sushi spots in the area :) The fish is always fresh, and the sushi chefs are friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend sitting at the bar. read more

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Returned tonight to find the same gentleman who waited on us who remembered us and welcomed us back with a smile!!! I truly think it was even better tonight than it was last week, and last week was excellent!! Such a welcoming and friendly spot...I look forward to the next time, and the time after that and so on!!! read more

5 stars - Truly the Best Japanese Experience! If you're looking for authentic Japanese food that feels like a warm hug from home, this is the place. The quality of the food is exceptional--fresh, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. Every dish is made with care, and you can truly taste the difference. What truly sets this restaurant apart is the heart behind it. The owners--especially the vibe--from the moment you walk in. There's a genuine kindness and warmth that fills the space. You don't just get good food here--you get good people, good vibes, and an experience that stays with you. 100/10 Recommended read more

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The food was good however the wait to just get our rolls took well over an hour. There were two people behind the counter, I genuinely don't understand how it takes over an hour for six rolls. read more

Only recently, did Namisen Sushi appear on my radar. This cozy Sushi restaurant is at Topanga and Lassen in Chatsworth. There is ample parking in this small strip mall. Due to its size, there is limited seating at this eatery, but a very friendly staff. Service is brisk, and that is understandable. I was sitting at a table for two, since I was dining solo. The small sushi bar was almost fully occupied by people who seemed more relaxed (alcohol, appetizers, sushi) than I was, and therefore were still there when I left. I came only for the Sashimi combination A. It comes with 3 pieces each of yellowtail, salmon and tuna (a total of 9 pieces for $22). The presentation is accompanied by miso soup. The fish pieces melted in your mouth and oozed with freshness and their individual fish, characteristic texture, and hallmark of flavors. When I had seen pictures of this combination dish before hand, I was concerned it would be too much for me (I am not a big eater). However, in real life, they are thinner pieces of fish, and in hindsight, I should have also ordered an appetizer. The happy hour prices are enticing, so a return visit in the near future is in order. Maybe, the Sashimi combination B (with 15 pieces for $30) will be an excellent choice. read more

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One of my top five best sushi spots I've been to in a long time. Customer service is great!! The energy is great!!! The people who work there take very good care of you and awesome from the back to the front of the restaurant!!! read more

Consistently delicious and fresh, a true gem, cannot emphasize more! We've lived chatsworth as sushi lovers for over 10 years and this spot is on point!! read more

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If you want Top Tier Sushi in the heart of Chatsworth.. this is the place to come. Everything here is prepared perfectly and the service is A++ read more

This sushi bar was taken over of an old place that we used to go here called sushi USA. I have to say that I like this place a lot better mostly because they have a lot of sushi chefs helping you get the food out quickly. Their sushi is always fresh and tasty and their pricing is really reasonable. You can tell it's always got a fun vibe in there with locals hanging out at the bar having a beer and eating sushi. It's always gotta little bit of a line to get in but it's worth it. They usually get you seated pretty quick. It's definitely one of my local go to spots for sushi and I highly recommend it. read more

I forgot to mention, the give away on why this place is no better than any of the AYC sushi places is the albacore. They dont have fresh albacore. Its the same you get in most OK AYC sushi places. The difference is that you are paying WAY high for the quality you get. And of course you can confirm this by going to Got Sushi and a bunch of other same price sushi bars surving way better sushi. And for this place to get a 4.6 star !??That is just not at all accurate. I see a future shift in their prices and advertising, happy hours, etc. Because places like H2O in Northridge, which is finally now under better management asof this review. So I think H2O sushi is very comparable to this place, even better yellow tail. Maru tuna easily better. read more

Everything is super delicious and great quality. Toro was my favorite by far. Cucumber wraped was so pretty. if you're a Vegan there're some rolls that have for you to choose such as Green dragon and the grilled veggies salad is top notch (house made Japanese dressing). Happy hour menu is on point from sushi,rolls,beers, and sake read more

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Highly recommend this place!! Staff is friendly, food is excellent. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Best Sushi in the valley.