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    Opus Sushi

    4.0 (604 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Fried Sweet Shrimp Heads
    Jeremy L.

    5/19/2026 - This is my first time to dine at Opus Sushi, and I am impressed with the quality of many incredibly fresh sushi - see photos for your reference. It is worth noting that the Live Sweet Shrimp (Sashimi) is better than those I had in Tokyo Japan in 10/2025 as well as many sushi restaurants in Los Angeles! The Fried Live Sweet Shrimp Heads are crispy with a great texture on the skin. The Live Wide Santa Barbara Sea Uni are outstanding, they are fresh and sweet without any unpleasant smell - don't miss this golden opportunity to taste this fresh Live Wild Sea Urchin. Sashimi salad is also great with fresh fishes.

    Lori L.

    This restaurant is so good ! The fish is so fresh. We got the uni which came in the shell and it was buttery and soft. The sweet shrimp was still moving! They fry the head which was crunchy. The Kobe tongue was so tender and flavorful. The bluefin trio was also good. They have lunch special which I want to try next time. They use seasonal high quality fish. The ambience is nice. This is worth visiting !

    Fresh Uni
    Erika T.

    A solid spot! The inside has good amount of seating which a large menu. Came on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't too busy. Ordered the sushi and sashimi set which was good. The fish didn't have a fishy taste and was a decent sized cut. I was super full by the end of it. I do wish they could name the type of fish that was given since I was guessing for some of them.

    IG: socalhkfoodies
    Fiona T.

    Surviving the SoCal heat wave ? Treat yourself to some high-quality Japanese food to cool down!!! We treated ourselves to an amazing spread at Opus Sushi -highly recommend the live raw shrimp (yes, the head was still moving ), super fresh! Oyster with uni and ikura -- all those luxurious ingredients together Sushi and sashimi set loved the presentation and top-tier quality Also loved their specialty rolls, including the whatever roll and Kobe beef roll -something you don't see everywhere! IG: socalhkfoodies

    Chen L.

    15 years sushi I went it last Saturday The food very fresh I liked the taro uni Bowl very good testy and the rice very Q And sweet how yummy

    Chirashi
    Elaine H.

    My friend and I came here around 2pm for lunch and there was only one other party. By the time we left, the crowd started to come in. It's a very spacious space with many booths, table, and bar seating. We both ordered the chirashi and it was filling and lots of large pieces of sushi, with the variations of spicy tuna and spicy something else! It was nice to have that variety. We were both very full.

    Vincent L.

    The sushi and sashimi set was a great way to sample the menu -- fatty tuna, uni, sea bream, yellowtail, salmon, all well-cut and tasting like they came straight off a boat. We also grabbed the yellowtail jalapeño and salmon carpaccio as starters, both solid choices. The Kobe beef roll was a standout among the maki options. Sake clams and yakitori rounded out the meal nicely without feeling like afterthoughts. Portions were generous and pricing felt fair for what you're getting -- especially since they run free delivery and pickup deals fairly often. Cozy enough for a date but relaxed enough that you're not overthinking it. Would definitely be back for a small group dinner or just a weeknight treat.

    Sweet shrimp
    Ali C.

    We had an incredible experience at Opus Sushi! I went with a group of 7, and sharing an assortment of plates was definitely the way to go. Everything brought to the table was exceptionally fresh and beautifully presented. The standout dishes for me were the sweet shrimp, the uni sushi, and the fresh oysters and clams. Will definitely be coming back!

    Natalia C.

    I was invited to try Opus Sushi in Arcadia, and it absolutely delivered. They specialize in sea urchin (uni), and you can truly taste the quality and freshness in every bite. We tried the yellowtail jalapeño, salmon carpaccio, live sweet shrimp, Kobe beef tongue, cherry stone clams, multiple rolls, including the Kobe Beef Roll and the fun "Whatever Roll," plus yakitori and shrimp miso soup to finish. The cocktails were also impressive; the yuzu margarita and passion fruit highball were perfect for a date night vibe. If you're looking for a Valentine's Day sushi spot in Arcadia or just one of the best sashimi experiences in the San Gabriel Valley, Opus Sushi is worth the visit.

    Kelsey L.

    I loved the quality of the sashimi and raw seafood from Opus Sushi. The best thing for me was the lobster sashimi. I had never had it prepped the way it was, in its shell. The meat was so sweet, soft, umami, and melted in your mouth. It was perfect with a touch of lemon. Another thing I really loved were their cherry stone clams. We got a half dozen of those and a half of their Kumamoto oysters and it was a perfect dozen. I liked the garnishes they prepped them with and they tasted so clean. The Kobe beef roll was the best roll we ordered! The sear of the beef on top was delicious and I couldn't stop going for more. They also have yakitori which I don't think should be slept on. The lamb chop was so tender and came on the bone which I went crazy on (lol). We also got sweet shrimp, gizzard, wings, and Kobe beef yakitori skewers and they were all so fun to share. The blue crab and uni bowl ($26) was worth it and so was their deluxe mix sashimi ($49) as well as the uni, scallop, and amaebi bowl ($68). They came with rice and seaweed sheets so you can make your own rolls and I loved that you have that option!! Overall, amazing sushi spot for fresh sashimi and seafood.

    Uni & Toro Bowl
    Michele L.

    Best Sushi Spot in the SGV!! Opus Sushi is a well-regarded Japanese restaurant in Arcadia, CA!! A true gem in the San Gabriel Valley!! They deliver exceptional quality and beautifully presented sushi and sashimi. If you're a uni lover, this place is a must! They specialize in sea urchin and offer a wide variety of dishes like a Toro & Uni Bowl, Uni Pasta, yakitori and Kobe beef tongue. The Cherry Stone oysters has radish, green onion and ponzu sauce. The uni + ikura oysters are creamy, briny with that perfect pop! The Halibut Carpaccio is delicate and clean. The Toro Uni Bowl is a make-your-own hand rolls, which is creamy and rich. The live Pacific lobster sashimi is incredibly fresh and sweet. The deluxe mix sashimi came with pristine cuts and the Chilean sea bass is perfectly charred and tender. The Mexican Roll and Sunset Roll are delicious. From the first bite to the last... absolutely unforgettable.

    Chirashi Bowl + Mixed Tempura
    Peter D.

    Admittedly checked this place out because it's on InKind. Went to try various sushi dishes and their lunch specials, including the yellowtail and chirashi bowl. Considering the inkind component, decent value. If it's not for inkind, not sure what I would think about this place. I enjoyed the shrimp tempura handroll... everything else was forgettable. I wouldn't rush to go back, but it's a good option to consider

    Instagram: @hungrytamale
    Tammy B.

    Sashimi Platter- this was absolutely incredible with such a huge variety of fish! Every piece was cut thick and perfectly, and you could immediately taste how fresh everything was. The selection included multiple types of tuna, yellowtail, salmon, and several other fish I hadn't tried before. Each piece had this buttery texture that just melted in your mouth. The presentation was beautiful too, and you could see the quality and care that went into preparing each piece. The fish had that perfect sashimi texture - firm but tender, with no fishy taste whatsoever. Udon- the noodles were perfectly chewy with that ideal texture. The broth was rich and flavorful, and you could taste how much time went into making it from scratch. Such a comforting dish that paired really well with all the sashimi. Grilled Miso Seabass with Sashimi- this was so good! The seabass was perfectly grilled with that amazing miso glaze that was sweet and savory. The fish was flaky and tender, and the miso added this incredible depth of flavor. Having it paired with fresh sashimi was such a nice contrast between cooked and raw preparations. Clam Sashimi- this was my first time trying clam sashimi and it was amazing! The clam was so sweet and had this perfect briny flavor from the ocean. The fish roe on top added this incredible pop of saltiness and texture that complemented the clam perfectly. Such a unique and delicious combination. Live Sweet Shrimp- these were incredibly fresh and sweet! You could taste how recently they were caught. The texture was perfect - firm but tender, and the natural sweetness of the shrimp really came through. Toro Uni Bowl- this was so rich and flavorful! It was really fun to DIY it into little hand rolls with the nori they provided. The toro was buttery and melted in your mouth, while the uni added this creamy, oceanic flavor. Making your own hand rolls made it interactive and even more enjoyable. Wild Aji- this was delicious! The aji had this clean, fresh flavor that was different from the other fish. You could really taste the quality and freshness. Mexican Roll- this fusion roll was surprisingly delicious! The flavors worked so well together and showed their creativity with traditional sushi ingredients. The sushi rolls here are very flavorful and well-balanced. What I love about this place is how much they focus on fresh ingredients. The owner mentioned that she goes to Santa Monica every morning to stock up on the freshest fish possible, which you can definitely taste in every bite. They even have weekend specials based on what's freshest that day, which shows their commitment to quality. This Japanese restaurant really stands out for their dedication to freshness and quality. Every piece of fish was outstanding, and you can tell they take pride in sourcing the best ingredients possible! Instagram: @hungrytamale

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    Ask the Community - Opus Sushi

    Hi Ken, I was referred to you. Do you do catering?

    Hi George, yes we do. Please contact us at 626-447-1027 for more information. Thank you.

    What's the maximum capacity?

    Why is delivery not available?

    Is this all you can eat?

    No, it is not.

    Do I have to make a reservation for the omakase? more info please. thank you! how much?

    It's not required but recommended. Specially at the weekend, so the chef can prepare well.

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    First time customer here and the food and service were great. Cute little spot that I would…read moredefinitely come back to!

    I wasn't sure what to expect, this place is new to me and my family and we booked a reservation…read moreonline due to our group size. It was a good thing we did since seating was limited and boy did it fill up for dinner quick. We went for Friday dinner, a service charge is added for party of 6 or more, they opened at 5pm so people were lined up before then, and it wasn't very cold inside but felt fine. They have dinner sets with hot foods in addition to sushi sets, I ordered the grilled chicken to share with my son and also an assorted tempura. The rest ordered 18 pieces of Negitoro Rolls, Deluxe sushi dinner, and Traditional Edomae Style Sushi Dinner. We also got water and one can of Diet Coke. They also served some pickled dishes and salad (but chicken dinner had salad so I didn't get it yet), and we really enjoyed the dressing. The small dishes were good, I think it goes even better with our meals but I ate them before the meal came. My dish had grilled chicken and salad with a bowl of rice. It wasn't what I expected but there's plenty of chicken which I shared with my son and he ate a lot! The others had really good dishes, they looked fresh and they said it was delicious. Overall, nice dinner, very elegant in a way that I think it's also a nice treat here and there for the price. Parking was plenty but can be packed for dinner time around 6, you can still park around the bank.

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    Maki & Sushi - Arcadia

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    Rolled in right at opening time because my bestie had been raving about this place nonstop. And…read morehonestly? It lived up to the chatter. The fish is genuinely fresh, and the portions are way more substantial than I expected. Scanned the menu and everything looked tempting - sashimi platters, chirashi bowls, Wagyu sushi, mentaiko pasta, salmon roe oysters, and assorted sushi sets. Decision paralysis hit hard. We ended up ordering the Maki Omakase Sashimi and the Maki Omakase Sushi- and wow, the presentation was absolutely gorgeous. Plated like edible art - I couldn't stop snapping photos Maki Omakase Sashimi Thick-cut slices with beautiful marbling, plump sweet shrimp, and bright orange uni that looked straight out of a magazine. There was even an oyster hidden in there - squeezed a bit of lemon over it and slurped it down. That briny, ocean-fresh flavor just exploded in my mouth. Legit gave me chills. Maki Omakase Sushi The sushi rice was perfectly tempered - warm, firm, and lightly seasoned. Each piece had a generous slice of fish draped over it, and every bite tasted incredibly clean and fresh. No gimmicks, just quality. Membership perks When we settled the bill, the staff asked if we wanted to sign up for their membership - and since they didn't ask for any personal info beyond a phone number, I said yes. Glad I did, because the perks are solid: - 10% off dine-in - 20% off online pickup orders for Premium Rolls and Sushi - Free tempura ice cream on your birthday Parking The plaza has tons of spaces - no circling around stressing out.

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    I've been coming to Yama Seafood for over 25 years, going all the way back to my high school days…read moresince it was nearby. My mom and late dad knew the previous owner, Yamada-san, before I was born. I've introduced many of my friends to Yama Seafood over the years, and my friends and I would often come here after school to get sushi. Walking in here still brings back a lot of memories--especially from the days when you could enter directly from the street. In my opinion, Yama Seafood has some of the freshest fish and best selections in the area. There have been many times when I've purchased regular bluefin here and had friends think it was actually bluefin chu-toro because the quality was that good. My usual fish purchases are bluefin chu-toro, regular bluefin, salmon, Hokkaido scallops, and yellowtail. I also almost always grab a pack of California rolls, tamagoyaki, and ikura (salmon roe) to go with the fish. For the quality and selection of the fish, I would easily give Yama Seafood 5 stars. However, I'm not nearly as fond of the new ownership and management. I really preferred the feeling and customer service of the old Yama Seafood. Someone else in the reviews mentioned feeling the same way, and I completely understand where they're coming from. The old way was more personal. Yes, sometimes orders took a while because Yama-san himself was cutting and preparing the orders, but you knew who you were dealing with. If I had a question, I could ask Yama directly. If he wasn't available, I could ask the store manager, and they could get an answer from Yama. There was a direct connection between the customer and the person making the decisions. Now, unfortunately, it feels like Yama Seafood is being run like a corporation--100000%. The business expanded very quickly after the purchase, and it has become much more difficult to communicate with the actual decision-maker or owner. I was given the email addresses of the "boss" by the manager, and I've sent multiple emails but have never received a response. That's probably my biggest disappointment with the new management. Regardless of how a company is structured or who owns it, I think basic customer communication is important. When a longtime customer takes the time to reach out with a question or concern, especially after being directed to contact the person in charge, a simple response would go a long way. Maybe the new ownership simply has a different philosophy about customer service, or perhaps the business structure has changed significantly. Whatever the reason, the personal feeling that Yama Seafood used to have is unfortunately missing. That said, the fish quality and selection are still excellent, and that's the main reason I'm giving Yama Seafood 4 stars. I've been coming here for more than 25 years, and I genuinely want to see the business continue to do well. If the new management could improve its customer service--especially something as simple as responding to emails from longtime customers--I would have no hesitation giving this place 5 stars. The product is already there. It's the customer service and communication that need some work. And honestly, I don't care if the owners respond to this review just to "show face" on Yelp. I'm not looking for a public response or an apology. Just reply to the emails from your customers. Simple as that.

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    Coming Soon.  Yama expanding to the Thai Paradise space next door.

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    Coming Soon. Yama expanding to the Thai Paradise space next door.

    Opus Sushi - japanese - Updated August 2026

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