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O Sumo Sushi

4.2 (546 reviews)
ModerateSushi Bars
Closed • 11:30 am - 3:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Chevy Roll
Claire F.

Delicious and fun! Visited LA and stopped in for supper. Sat at the sushi bar. Great ambiance, fast service. Fresh fish. Big fan of spicy tuna, salmon and shrimp tempura. They also accommodated my dietary requests (light rice). Wonderful!!

Baked Scallop on California Roll
Sara P.

Wow, what a gem! Absolutely, such a well kept secret. I drove by knowing i wanted sushi, never did I expect both food and service to be genuinely amazing. Small quaint place. I placed my order and immediately felt like it was my little confidential spot. I placed my order and everything was just such a pleasant surprise. Very high quality food. Took the leftovers to my co-workers who all agreed that his was amazing food. The ambience was relaxing and suggested I come back and bring my date for Valentines.

Japanese mapa tofu (mapo tofu)
Quintin E.

O Sumo, I never knew! Well not since well before 2022. I haven't set foot in my (more recent years) very own neighborhood Sushi Bar in over 5 maybe even 6 years O.O... But finally did this week of this year and was I ever happy to enjoy a lavish lunch here. I'm talking HUGE!! My friend Steven was visiting his family for the weekend, a former SFV local and always sushi bar enthusiast. We decided on the O-mazing O in the Oaks, a great place to go. Open daily for lunch, happy hour (5PM - 7PM) and dinner (until 9PM/930PM most nights). They do close for change over between 330PM and 430PM, but open as early as 1130 during the week (much later on weekends). You can find street parking as well as limited parking in their back lot where you can also partake in patio seating. The street (Van Nuys Blvd) curves slightly here, just up from Van Nuys Blvd/Magnolia Blvd (above the Acura dealership and nextdoor to Off The Charts + Elevation Bar & Lounge). Sumo inside has so many places to sit (many tables w/ chairs of course), including at the bar seats and all it's first come first serve (you choose your own adventure aka seating). The menu is massive and it's hard not to eat with your eye as they have pictures of most items, especially if popular. I knew what I could get here (lots of plant-based, vegetarian and vegan friendly eats), but it seems they've added a bit more in the last few seasons and cycles since their very first review back in 2005... Though I believe a change majorly occurred 2019 (new management/revamp/social media - Instagram & more). We receive complimentary miso soups + cucumber salads + shishito peppers in addition to our orders... The table was FULL of food (for just us two lol)! Steven's Lunch Special Combo (Chef's choice sashimi + 10 piece + salad) and my Japanese Veg Mapa/Mapo Tofu (the best I've ever had) + avocado roll + rice for two. Needless to say this vegan and his non-vegan friend scored a win! We took our time, enjoyed the decor, each others company and ambiance. Splitting the bill for our birthdays (Steve's the day after and mine a few days ago) and toasting to the holidays, not to mention our amazing server who packed up our many leftovers was the perfect return trip, more than worthy of a great tip! Would consider doing a pick up order - living less than half a mile away and enjoying again with friends as well as family. Huge portions, huge quality and huge customer service!!

Chirashi Dinner Combo
Joyce Y.

What a gem of a Japanese spot tucked away in Sherman oaks. The menu features an eclectic mix of Japanese, chinese, and Korean items. I think of it as a Japanese restaurant that also has the best Korean and Chinese dishes on the menu so you can have it all! Never have to debate where to go for dinner again! We tried the chirashi bowl, sushi set, and Korean mixed rice. Everything was absolutely delicious and the portion sizes are very generous. Service was quick and courteous. Interior is low key but modern and clean. Parking in the back or in the neighborhood. We had a great dining experience here!

Ruby B.

Amazing!!!!! Honestly one of the best hidden gems sushi spots in the valley !!! Great service , and very delicious food !!! Check it out !!

Baked Salmon Roll

I had such an amazing experience! The sushi was absolutely delicious -- fresh, perfectly made, and full of flavor. I'm currently pregnant, and I gave them specific instructions to make everything pregnancy-safe, and they followed them exactly! I really appreciate how careful and attentive they were. It's so rare to find a sushi place that's both this tasty and accommodating. Definitely my new go-to spot! pregnancy approved !

Bluefin Tuna Toro Sashimi
Tanya A.

Amazing pieces of fish and an incredibly sweet staff! The owner is always interacting w his customers to give them the best experience possible! The rolls are cut nicely and filled with a generous amount of fish every time; they even dress them w caviar and gold leaves. They offer free miso soup as a starter and ice cream for dessert. There is free parking in the next door body shop too if you can't find street parking. Great neighborhood spot!

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Best Asian food I've had in a long time! Fresh and top quality , good sized servings plus great service - at a very reasonable price

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Very good food. Love the lemon roll. Dining area is nice, comfy and cozy. Staff was friendly and quick. Will visit again soon.

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Ask the Community - O Sumo Sushi

Are the udon noodles vegan?

Yes

I'm crashed!! I stopped by this afternoon and the restaurant was closed down with a big chain around the front doo. The place looked abandoned. Anyone knows what happened to this amazing Sushi place and all the amazing ppl who run it?😞 I'll miss I?

There are new owners now... to our favor, they're much better!!!

What happened to Sumo? Did they move or just close? I've been going there for 20 years!!

They closed and the new owners have that place clean and the food is amazing!!!! Better than the old owners

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This is probably my 4th or 5th time coming here for GNO/Bday get-togethers. And this place never…read moredisappoints because with their extensive menu, we always end up loving what we order and my girlfriends end up coming back with their other friends. Here's a list of dishes and drinks that we've tried and loved: Cocktails: Fusion, watermelon margarita, ventura heat Brussels sprouts chips Yellowtail serrano Green Beans Miso Eggplant Tofu Mushroom tobanyaki (this was the unexpected star of the show!) Popcorn Shrimp Seabass (we ordered 3) Salmon Truffle Roll Butter Cake We went on a weekday night and boy oh boy was the whole place packed for dinner and bar seating, from front patio to the back courtyard! I definitely recommend getting reservations ahead of time. The best seating is the beautiful courtyard in the back. Our server was Aidan. Thank you Aidan for your great service. The dishes were staggered and family style so we didn't feel rushed nor were we waiting too long in between. There is valet parking. Street parking is a hit or miss....this is Ventura Blvd btw so IYKYK. Make sure to bookmark this place, you won't be disappointed!

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