I've been going to this sushi spot for over four years now, and it's still one of my favorite places in Los Angeles. I first discovered it when I moved to Brentwood, and I instantly became a fan. The sushi is always fresh, high quality, and surprisingly affordable, which is hard to find in LA. Consistency like this is rare, and this place has never let me down. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great sushi without overpaying read more

I have been eating Noma's fabulous sushi for 20 years and this is my first review. The fish is always fresh and the service is impeccable. Noma was my mother's favorite restaurant and she had her last meal here before she past in 2017. She had me eating sushi when I was 10 and there was only one Japanese restaurant in Westwood Village. I had my first meal in their new location which is right across the street and the best part is they have a huge parking lot, not like the previous postage stamp. The interior is beautiful and the vibe is cool. read more

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Wowww what an amazing sushi!!! Sushi cut roll with mango and salmon was DELICIOUS Tuna on crispy rice was incredible! I'm very happy everything was super fresh and delicious Thanks Hendry:) you are the best !! read more

Noma - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I've been curious to try this place out, didn't realize this is the same Noma restaurant that I use to go to back when I was a Westsider. Now the new location is across the street from the old. Much bigger, upgraded, but I like how you still get an intimate setting especially if you're seated at one of the booths. They have their own parking in the back but street parking is also free street 6pm. Cane on a Wednesday night and the wait was less than 10 min. They got full bar:sake cocktails, beer, wine, sake selection and mocktails. We tried their Salmon collar which was on point and reasonably priced $15. Cucumber salad $7. We shared the Gouka Chirashi which was a good portion of assorted sashimi and came with miso soup and a hand roll. Best value! We also tried the Albacore delight, mouthful of fresh blue crab. Yum! We thought we'd order some Tori sushi but what we ordered was plenty for 2. Very fresh. Great space and service. Reasonable prices. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Always craving sushi and was with a few friends in Santa Monica early on a Friday night It's a big place with a big parking lot in the back but the lot was full and so was the entrance when we walked in Put our name into the kiosk for a 30-minute wait time and stood around with lots of other people waiting. You can grab a drink while you wait which is always helpful... Service was friendly but slow as this very large restaurant was fully packed. We had softshell crab, albacore, snapper, scallop and a couple of rolls - all of it was good, none of it was great. And for around the same pricing, I know where to get much better Glad we came and had a good time - Quick tip - there is a bar as you walk in to the left. Instead of hanging out waiting for a table at the front, go grab a drink and stand where there is more room read more

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The ambiance was so nice!! It was dimly lit but each table had a skylight that made the food look phenomenal!! The servers were amazing and very attentive. Dynamite California Roll - the mushrooms were very unique but delicious!! It was very juicy and made the roll much better Momo Sunset - it was a sweet drink that was much better after you mixed it all together Mori Mori cocktail - a favorite and really had a prominent pistachio flavor Black Cod appetizer - 10/10!!! It was very soft and would melt in your mouth!! It had a very very subtle charred/caramel flavor to it. Tornado Roll - this one was also unique with the potato shreds! It didn't have too much fish but we had some leftover scallops from our other roll that paired well with it Santa Monica Roll - a very solid roll! No rice, but had high quality, fatty fish. Would get again! read more

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How have I never been here? Expect to be surprised once you walk in. It's a great place for legitimate sushi; the space immediately makes you forget it's on busy Wilshire. It is quaint and lovely, and the service was excellent. I ordered the Softshell Crab appetizer--it was nothing to write home about, as it was bland and the batter was thick. I wouldn't order that again. However, I had the Hiru Set, which came with sashimi, nigiri, sunomono, and miso soup. I loved it! The fish was great quality. I will definitely keep coming back read more

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A legacy and tradition that lasts for a reason. visiting Noma feels like stepping into a old-school Japanese atmosphere. With over 40 years of tradition, it carries a deep sense of history. Now, due to a city redevelopment plan, they've begun a new chapter in a new space bigger, but still filled with that same nostalgic charm throughout. Our top recommendation is the chirashi ($49.95), featuring 12 pieces of super fresh sashimi, Comes with a handroll and topped with uni over rice. Also the omakase set sushi for $64.95, 11 set of sushi Comes with hand roll and tamago Dont forget to order some fresh oysters! Even in the busy city of Santa Monica, they have a big parking lot Ended it with some house crafted drinks. Special but nostalgic experience IG : socalhkfoodies read more

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Tucked in Santa Monica is a spot that's been quietly perfecting sushi for over 40 years. Step inside and it feels like a soft escape to Japan--warm wood, delicate details, and a calm that settles in instantly. We leaned into a little bit of everything Noma sashimi -- 15 pieces, artfully plated like a scene from nature. Thick cuts, buttery, and effortlessly fresh. Alaska roll -- wrapped in soy paper, layered with tuna, salmon, yellowtail, crab, and avocado. Light, vibrant, and clean. Spider roll -- a must every time. Crisp soft shell crab, subtle crunch, and just enough texture in every bite. Bento combo -- tempura + pork katsu + California roll. Simple, comforting, and done right. Chirashi -- delicate cuts over tangy rice, soft and melt-in-your-mouth. Unpretentious, beautifully plated, and surprisingly approachable for omakase. A quiet gem with parking (yes, in Santa Monica). read more

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Overall: Hit or miss, nothing truly standout Galbi bento -great value with a generous amount of vegetables Baked crab roll -decent Spicy tuna hand roll -great Toro cut roll -great Seared toro -not recommended, overly sweet Sushi-great quality overall Baby lobster roll -very generous portion, but overly sweet The new location is clean, spacious, and comfortable, and the service was good. Overall, a mix of good and average dishes, but nothing that really stands out enough to come back for. read more

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As soon as I walked in I was greeted with the best welcome I've ever received from the host. The decor and ambiance were beautiful. The private booths are perfect for date night. I ordered the omakase set. 1st course: pickled veggies (beautiful) 2nd course: mushroom miso (huge portion) 3rd course: 10 nigiri (chewy) 4th course: eel nigiri, tamago, and a handroll (good) Overall, very cute spot for a multitude of occasions. read more

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First time here and the food and service here is amazing. The ambiance here is incredible. I live close by and would love to come back. The place mat is cute as well. As for the "To Go" bags, it doesn't need to be stapled. You can use tape instead! read more

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After 40+ years of tradition, Noma Sushi has reopened in a larger, more beautiful space just across from its original location The uni scrambled toast is so unique. The crispy rice with creamy spicy tuna was another favorite. The staff was nice What we ordered: * Crispy rice with creamy spicy tuna * Uni scrambled toast * Sushi & sashimi deluxe * Baked black cod * Pink Lady roll * Grilled mochi with green tea ice cream read more

Noma - Sashimi deluxe (IG & TT: @takeonefortheroad) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Noma Sushi is a true Santa Monica classic with over 40 years of history, and their new location is the perfect evolution of that legacy. After spending decades in their original, much smaller space across the street, they've reopened in a larger, beautifully designed restaurant that still feels deeply authentic. Many of the original signs and decorative elements were brought over, giving the space a strong Japanese atmosphere while feeling fresh and welcoming. The food absolutely delivers. The crispy rice with spicy tuna was perfectly done, and the Gouka Chirashi served with clam miso soup and a yellowtail hand roll ($49.95) is an incredible value for the quality and presentation. The omakase course is a standout and very reasonably priced for the experience, and the uni scramble toast is a must-order. Service was excellent throughout, and a huge bonus for Santa Monica: free private parking in a large lot behind the building. A legendary sushi spot that has stayed true to its roots while starting an exciting new chapter. read more

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Prior to our visit, we checked on Yelp and there was a 1-11 min wait around 6pm on a Saturday night. So we slowly headed there and arrived around 6:20pm. Either the online wait time is wrong or they had a dinner rush because we eventually was sat at 7:30pm. They do have a parking lot in the back but there aren't many spaces. The location is across the street from the previous location and it is WAY bigger than before. Definitely an upgrade. It looks very modern and is very spacious. The lobby area was big enough to house everyone that was waiting. The hostess was nice and kept updating us with our wait time. By the time we were seated, our kids were STARVING. Our server came by and greeted us as we sat down. He said he would return shortly. Right off, we spotted pieces of leftover rice on the dishes that were set up on the table for us. At least 3 items (soy sauce plate and 2 small plates) had rice on them. We put them to the side for the server. We grabbed the menu checklist to start ordering but it was already filled out so we had to wait to ask for another one. When our server came by, we said we wanted to put some items in and he said "Ok but let me take your drinks first". We kind of wanted to put some appetizers in as our party was getting pretty hangry. We waved him down and he said "I'll be back in 2 minutes". By the time he returned, we were ready to order all our dishes. The quality and quantity of the food were great. The sashimi was fresh and were nice cuts. The meat items were cooked and seasoned well. The fried items were nice and crispy. The sashimi came out pretty quick but we waited quite a while for the bento boxes. My son ordered udon and that did not arrive until the very end and after I brought it to the servers attention. All in all, I thought it was OK. Nothing really stood out but it wasn't bad either. I did not like that there was old food on the new plates- as it should've been checked during set up (I used to be a server, I know the drill). We were in a booth towards the back of the restaurant and the booth was kind of covered (maybe for privacy) but it was hard to flag down a server when we needed stuff. For 6 adults and 2 kids, the price came out to about $530. read more

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Friend and I decided to come on a Friday evening. We were pleasantly surprised that this is their new location with their previous right across the street. While their parking lot is small, it's rare for a sushi restaurant to have dedicated parking. The interior also boasts a very large space, a rarity in the LA sushi scene. This place is great for larger groups. You will also feel like you have been transported to Japan with its zen minimalist aesthetics. We decided to order the omakase to share between us both. we also ordered an extra hand roll, crab salad, shishito peppers, and a regular roll. The good news is the sushi is fresh for its moderate price. My finicky chum said she would come back, and so they have my blessing. The salad want our favorite, but you gots to eat your vegetables. read more

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I had such a lovely lunch here. I heard this place has been around for over 40 years and recently moved to a new location, so I had to check it out. Honestly, it almost felt too nice to dine here alone. The interior is very modern with a subtle Japanese aesthetic, and the staff were incredibly friendly, offering detailed explanations for each dish. I ordered the sushi Omakase, which started with a mushroom miso soup that I absolutely loved. Then came 11 pieces of sushi each one was fresh, creamy, and beautifully prepared. The rice was perfectly seasoned. I also tried the lunch bento, which came with two different meat dishes (I chose salmon, and chicken) At $19.95, it felt like a great deal. The salmon and chicken were both high quality and very satisfying. (Highly recommend that salmon!) Parking is easy and free read more

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Noma sushi has always been great but since they've moved to their new location across the street its only gotten better. They've now added a bar with great cocktails as well. The staff is always great and attentive especially Nancy the waitress. Food is amazing and very fresh and great quality, highly recommended the fatty tuna sushi ! read more

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Among all the sushi restaurants in LA area, Noma Sushi 野間寿司 is the best one by far! I liked the pickled veggies as well, which gave some authentic experience! Definitely recommend this place, if you're in Santa Monica area! read more

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Food was incredible!! Everything we got was so delicious. I highly recommend getting the Nigiri. The restaurant inside is so nice and spacious and beautifully decorated. the service was a bit slow, but we still enjoyed our time nonetheless. read more

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Noma has been in business for over 40 years. The restaurant is big and spacious with Japanese elements and decorations. The Noma Sashimi came with 15 pieces of fresh fish. The presentation was impressive. It comes with daily premium soup and hand roll. The omakase set sushi was also so fresh. The uni toast was yummy. The yellowtail belly was so fatty and buttery. There is a sushi bar where you can watch the sushi chefs in action. The service was friendly. They also offer complimentary tempura ice cream for birthdays. This was such a nice treat and dining experience. read more

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NOMA looking for a quality sushi spot in Santa Monica! Don't know how it took me so long to find this hidden gem, but @noma.sushi is definitely being added to my list of favorite Japanese restaurants! With over 40 years of tradition, Noma is one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in Los Angeles, and still retains beautiful, traditional Japanese elements and decor that were meticulously preserved from their original location. This new location features beautiful and spacious interiors (resulting in a reasonable wait time despite long lines), as well as an extensive menu of traditional Japanese sushi, bento boxes, and now cocktails! Highly recommend ordering their signature omakase set, which comes with 11 pieces of sushi, a handroll, and miso soup, as well as their lunch bento sets, which are such great deals for the quality and generous portions. Their nabeyaki udon is also a great option, especially if you're looking for a cooked dish. If you're in the Santa Monica area, definitely check out this budding gem with high quality, authentic Japanese cuisine, beautiful ambiance, and very kind service! Featured here: Berry kawaii Mori Mori Crispy rice with creamy spicy tuna Noma combination bento: salmon teriyaki, shrimp and vegetable tempura, sashimi 4 pcs Uni scramble toast Omakase set Nabeyaki udon read more

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Food was average at best. No plans to return. Commissary quality. Service just didn't cut it. Only decent eat was the sukiyaki.

So even though they don't officially open until tomorrow my son couldn't wait and asked to see if they were open. Yes indeed - I guess this is what's called a soft opening. But the place was packed. We were lucky as we were seated almost immediately. The order (including some to go stuff for my wife): 2 Udon, 3 Salmon rolls (one was a hand roll), 1 mussels in broth, 1 Spicy creamy tuna roll, 1 order jumbo clam, 1 kinmedai. Everything was amazing. The 9 year old reviewed it as the best ever. He's the expert. Only one complaint- easily fixable. Halfway through dinner the air conditioning kicked in. It was ski weather by the time we left. Otherwise - get in here sushi fans. read more

Noma - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

First time at the new location and it is spectacular! So well done and it's very roomy and spacious. We sat at the sushi bar because there was no wait as we were just ordering from the sushi menu. We started with sea bream, and Amber Jack Nigiri, and it was OK at best. The pieces were small and actually a bit chewy. A far cry from top end places like Sugarfish. We then moved on to spicy tuna on crispy rice and it was very good and then had a few different rolls and they were pretty good but nothing absolutely stood out. The service was good, but it was frustrating sitting at the sushi bar when the servers would just be constantly reaching over us and apologizing for the inconvenience to grab finished dishes that were ready. Perhaps a pick up area at the far end or some other way so that they are not disrupting customers sitting at the sushi bar. We were lucky to find a spot on the street and didn't have a chance to look to see how spacious the back parking lot was. We will probably return at some point, but there are a million sushi places in town so it really has to be stellar to keep coming back over and over. read more

Ordered for pick up with the parents. Wanted to share photos of the great food that pleased my parents' opposing palates! read more

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Returning to Noma three months after their move to the new location, and wowwww they continue to exceed every expectation. The food was absolutely fantastic as always! Creative, beautifully executed, and full of those thoughtful details that make every course feel special. The service remains just as impeccable: warm, attentive, and perfectly paced. A special thank you to the team and manager Chloe for taking such great care of us (as always!). It truly makes the experience feel personal and welcoming every single time. And the new cocktail menu? Fabulous. I ordered the Berry Kawaii, and it honestly tastes like strawberry milk in the best way possible. Smooth, slightly sweet, playful, and dangerously easy to drink. Three months in, and they're still setting the standard. Already looking forward to the next visit. read more

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Food and Service, was most excellent and we have returned and will return again! This is my honest opinion and I stand behind my words and feelings! read more

Noma - Home kitchen! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This new location is much bigger than the old one. Still a long wait I'd recommend using yelp to get on the waitlist. Same menu. Fish quality is top notch. So many servers. They want to turnover quickly. We felt a little rushed out of our table even though we were barely an hour. But I don't blame them they're busy. Atmosphere and decor are nicer than before and better than an average neighborhood hole in the wall sushi joint. read more

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Yummy experience! Got the crispy tuna rice and bento box two item combo during dinner on a weekday and it was very affordable especially for the amount of food provided! Service was great and the food was brought out very quickly with the staff also constantly checking in on us. The restaurant is beautiful with a very nice lay out, multiple seats for guest, and easy access. The overall vibe is incredible and I would highly recommend trying this out! I went during the weekday and it was not busy at all during dinner time but I can imagine it being busy during busier times such as the weekend! Overall, such an amazing experience! read more

Noma - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I used to come to this sushi spot all the time when I lived in Santa Monica, so I was excited to revisit it today while I was back in the area. I initially went to the old location, only to find out they had moved up the street to a new, much larger space. The new location is actually great. There is plenty of parking, a much bigger dining area, and a very polished, modern look with a cool vibe. It is clear that a lot of money went into the space. Unfortunately, the service was extremely disappointing. I ordered hot tea and sat with an empty cup for the majority of my meal. Multiple servers walked past my table repeatedly, and no one checked in on me at all. It was not until I was nearly finished eating that one server finally asked if everything was okay. I told him honestly that he was the first person who had checked on me the entire time. When I finally had to flag someone down just to pay my bill, I shared that I used to frequent the old location and that the service here was not up to that standard. There was no response, no curiosity, and no effort to ask what went wrong or how they could improve. I was not expecting a discount or anything free, but some acknowledgment would have gone a long way. The space may be upgraded, but the service is a major downgrade from what this place used to be. It is disappointing, because this was once a place I genuinely enjoyed and recommended. I hope management starts paying more attention to the guest experience, not just the appearance of the restaurant. read more

The new location is beautiful and tastefully decorated. The prices are fair for quality and portion sizes. Many food choices range from standard sushi and sashimi to high-end gourmet plates and specials. Food flavor is top-notch. I really enjoyed the Bento box combination of 3 items. The service is pleasant and friendly, but it was rushed. That was the only negative: they came up to our table no fewer than 3 times to clear the plates while we had just paused to talk. They need to tone it down and provide a more relaxing experience. That said, we will definitely return! read more

Noma - Bento Box - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Avoid!! My friend food got poisoning from the sashimi salad today I used to go to location across the street and decided to try this one. As much as it's a big beautiful space the service is just terrible and the bus boys lack common sense as do some of the servers. Just sat here for 20 minutes when it wasn't even that busy and you have servers standing there talking to each other and chatting away and laughing was just beyond ridiculous. We couldn't get our drinks . I tried to get a bus boy for some water. He didn't understand English. The waitress was extremely rude and laughing. She thought it was funny that I was waiting for at least 20 minutes before anyone came over. No apology ...nothing. I placed an order and she remembered the seaweed on the outside for the tuna sushi,which is what I requested The bus boy returned with my food, which was a bento box with the rice and salad, but when I told him about the sushi roll being incorrect, he didn't understand me instead of leaving me with at least a salad to at least have something to start eating, he took the whole thing away, which displays a lack of common sense and he's giving me dirty looks cause he couldn't understand anything. I would definitely not return here The waitress just didn't get it. They really lack their customer service. And my friends stomach is still sick from earlier today read more

LONG BLACK HAIR embedded in my rice. The server simply replaced with another bowl. I dined with my boss and was embarrassed to ask for a resolution and to speak with the manager. The steak in my bento box was lukewarm and sticky sweet. The rest of our food was all good and the new location (open just a month) is spacious and lovely. read more

They moved to a new and bigger location but the service went downhill. Asked for water no ice and lemon, they brought ice water without lemon. The small green salad was drowning in dressing and I had to ask for ginger and wasabi for my sushi. They seemed like they weren't sure what table ordered what food- even though they have now small clipboards hanging by each table. The service was not too great at the old location but here it was really the worst. I asked for California roll and a crab roll for my kid- the waitress wasn't sure what is what, even though the menu has both items separately. Go figure. read more

Noma - A Green Salad Small (D) drowning in dressing. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Friendly service and very nice ambiance ! Great location . Expansive menu, lots of choices! read more

Noma - Main dining area - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

After a long 10-hour shift, we were starving and craving Japanese food. Luckily, Noma is just a quick 10-minute walk from work. Parking can definitely be tricky, especially around lunch and dinner rush, so keep that in mind. We decided on their dinner 3-selection bento boxes, which were a solid choice -- good portions and satisfying overall. Staff were friendly and accommodating, which made the experience even better. Simple, no-frills spot if you want a convenient and reliable Japanese meal. read more

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New location and the decoration looks so good and it's all Japanese style. Love the omakase set so much and the fish was so fresh. Black truffle salmon is a must order dishes. The uni toast was also really good we love the uni. read more

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This is my fave sushi spot in all of la! Everything is always so fresh, so tasty, and no matter how busy it gets, we're always seated fairly quickly. They're very kind and accommodating with my toddler, as well. I will never stop coming to this place. Oh and the garlic edamame is quite literally to die for read more

I loved Noma for years, then their old restaurant became to crowded, too old and run down. With the new place, the vibe is totally different: During lunch. At night, it is crowded, the service drops down a notch and so does the food. I would have gladly given Noma 5 stars had we not tried it for dinner with friends - Our food came out in random waves of mishaps, the tempura was meh and greasy (and at lunch it is fabulous) and getting the attention of the wait staff was improbable. It was still good food and OK service, but we will not be back for the dinner rush! read more