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    4.3 (691 reviews)
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    Aneesa M.

    Favorite sushi in LA. I've been here several times in the afternoon and each time I've had such a great experience. It's become a Sunday tradition. Usually get the pressed tuna or salmon sushi and a couple other rolls

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    Karen L.

    Perhaps it was just an off night at Seabutter, but the place was empty the night before we dined there, and the quality of the sushi wasn't what we expected given the good reviews. In addition, the service was slow and server seemed not to care about her job. The sushi just didn't have much flavor, some dishes were overwhelmed by mayo and sauces, and the tempura was heavy and oily. Given the number of great sushi spots in the area, I would likely choose somewhere else next time I go out for sushi.

    Gohar K.

    Had lunch with my mom and two sons on Saturday after a shopping trip nearby. It's a small place compared to other locations. We were seated right away since it wasn't busy. Welcoming and friendly staff. Our waitress was helpful and attentive. We ordered edamame and seaweed salad and liked both. The rolls were delicious as well. I liked how they didn't have too much rice in them, you could actually taste the fish. 911 roll was our most favorite but the rest were pretty good as well. We really enjoyed our lunch here. Clean and nice location. Great customer service. Great food.

    Miso Soup Negi-Toro Handroll
    Cici L.

    Our server was so attentive and friendly - so sad we didn't catch his name! We got the miso soup, which was one of the best miso soups I've ever had. We also got the scallop and spicy tuna crispy rice appetizers, and a negi-toro hand roll. The hand roll had a strong sesame oil flavor. For rolls, we got the crispy albacore, salmon supreme, and rainbow roll. The crispy albacore was the best roll in my opinion, and the fried onions were so yummy. My bf liked the rainbow roll the best - the crab flavor really comes out since they use real crab. Overall it was a great experience and we'll be back!

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    Elisa G.

    We love Seabutter and recommend this delicious sushi bar to all of our friends and family including my Yelpers! They treat their customers like family and everyone is so warm and welcoming! We love the kimedai especially lightly seared. I also love the salmon truffle sushi and the yellowtail sushi. It's excellent from the service to the sushi

    House Spring
    Mckenna C.

    This is a delicious hidden gem off Doheny and Olympic, super easy to miss if you're not looking for it! The place is never crowded, so we thought we'd give it a go one Saturday evening. Seabutter did not disappoint! I ordered a Miso Soup, House Spring Salad, and an assortment of hand rolls. My favorite was the baked scallop which was wrapped in a rice paper, the texture is tender and rich in creaminess. I also ordered the yellowtail scallion and blue crab hand rolls, which were really tasty too! Lastly, I ordered the Rainbow Roll for all of the sashimi and the Teriyaki Chicken for a bento box feel. So good! The chicken was flavorful and with tons of veggies and rice. Great for family-style sharing!

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    Ahmed H.

    Decided to visit their location after ordering delivery a few times. They definitely have some of the best nigiri, specifically otoro nigiri, in the city. The restaurant was very dark so we sat near the window; the staff was really nice.

    Erika G.

    We ordered takeout from seabutter & it exceeded expectations. We ordered a bunch of rolls & appetizers, but the spicy tuna crispy rice & hamachi jalapeño were my favorites, the hamachi was so fresh & flavorful. Everything was packaged so neatly & the crew even sent a super cute note along with our order!

    Incredible toro sushi
    Stuart B.

    Fabulous sushi! The new head chef Ron is a master, and it was so fun to take a seat at the sushi bar and listen to his recommendations. His presentation of the dishes is perfect and each one of the daily specials I tried were mouth watering, delicious and so flavorful. Make sure to eat slowly as everything is a taste treat. Standouts were the fresh toro, snapper, uni with scallop and caviar, and the fresh salmon. Each one had its own special touch and flavor, like a dash of fresh ginger or garlic, all on the most delicious warm sushi rice. They have lots of comfortable seating in the back of the restaurant. I just love the bar because you can watch the artistry of the sushi chef in action. My favorite classics on the menu are the delectable blue crab roll and their phenomenal pressed sushi. Try the pressed toro sushi with lemon. Incredible. The server was so nice and courteous. I love the relaxed neighborhood Beverly Hills vibe here. Easy free parking in back in the courtyard. You can enter parking directly on Doheny (take a right heading south just before Olympic) or via Olympic Blvd just past Doheny heading west and take a quick right into the Olympic Square parking lot.

    Aarti G.

    Tried the Dine LA menu here which was $65 per person, which is a little steep for lunch but cheaper than the regular price on the menu of $95. It came with edamame, miso soup, sashimi, nigiri, pressed sushi, and a hand roll. It was a really good sampling of their menu and glad I tried it for my first time here. Everything was tasty though the ones with truffle were too strong for me. All the fish was fresh and they even gave us some green tea ice cream at the end. Would definitely come here again.

    Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
    Priscilla Y.

    Great affordable sushi in West Hollywood area. It's not bougie which is great and I can tell they do a lot of takeout orders. We ordered so many items that we needed to do takeaway after for the leftovers. - spicy tuna and salmon crispy rice were really big but that meant we had a hard time to pick up w chopsticks. And we're Asian. - soft shell crab was soooo good - scallop sushi and HYE were heavenly - tuna shishito roll was not bad. 4/5. I like shishito peppers but I think they could've added more ponzu to balance. - crispy albacore roll also could've had more ponzu - hamachi jalapeño again could've used more ponzu as it tasted more gamey. Parking was easy on a Sunday because there's free street parking after 6pm (across the street) and always available. Not including the green meters. Overall I may come back if I'm in the area and need a quick sushi run.

    Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
    Michelle H.

    I got a delivery from here, so of course it's not as amazing as in person... but it was still SO GOOD and I will be ordering again. First, I got the Spicy Tuna Rice. It comes with 2 so I got 2 orders. 10/10 for taste! The sauces come on the side with delivery and they were the perfect amount. I'm writing this wishing I still had more left. Also, it was messy to eat and pretty big bites so keep that in mind :) Second, I got the miso soup. It comes in a soup container with extra plastic wrap for reinforcing it during delivery. I ate it second and it was still very warm and also a 10/10! The perfect amount of flavors blended together. It does come with tofu, which I don't like/eat, so I just took those few pieces out (it was easy to do) and ate the rest as usual. Lastly, I got the Spicy Salmon roll. It came kinda oily in the package, but I never expect delivery to have a beautiful presentation. I do wish it came with soy sauce or something, but I had a little sauce leftover from the Spicy Tuna Rice that I used. The whole order did come with ginger and wasabi, but no soy sauce. I didn't see a place to request it on UberEats, but now I know to look for next time. Overall, amazing taste and I will be ordering again. They also left the sweetest note on the delivery bag! Love the care and customer service :)

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    Ask the Community - Seabutter

    Parking in back?

    Yes, there's parking in the back. There's also street parking.

    What time does lunch hour start/end?

    Hello there! For the time being we are only open for dinner.

    What is the happy hour special?

    Very Good!

    Do they have happy hour specials?

    Yes they do! Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm

    Is the sushi/ sashimi 2 pieces per or one?

    2 pieces per order

    Can they replace or sub another piece of sushi in the lunch item Seabutter sushi (8 pc sushi and 1 choice of hand roll) if one of the pieces is something I am allergic to? For example, I have a shellfish allergy and cannot eat scallops?

    I am certain that they would substitute for you. They are so kind and accommodating that I would venture that the answer is yes!

    Is the lunch special everyday, or just M-F?

    Well, they're not open for lunch on sundays.

    Is there omakase? If so how much?

    It's basically an off-menu ask called the "Chef's Choice": 12 pieces, $65 (for tonight anyway).

    What are the soft opening hours?

    Opens at 11am. Soft opening ends today. Grand opening is tomorrow at 11am

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    Chubby Curry - Chicken Katsu Kare

    Chubby Curry

    4.4(446 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Locally sourced ingredients

    Went for DineLA lunch and had both offerings, the tonkatsu ramen with okra tofu and wagyu hamburger…read morewith waffle fries. Service was well paced with the first course arriving in a few minutes followed by the main. We didn't have high expectations for the cold tofu and okra but it was delicious and the tofu soaked up the soy based sauce and was balanced by the slight crunchiness of the okra. The waffle fries were exceptional - double fried with a curry aioli sauce. The tonkatsu and ramen were also great. The tonkatsu had a light, crispy batter and the ramen was so delicious, with the addition of corn, peas, black fungus and bamboo shoots, truly comforting. The burger was a hit, too. Juicy and flavorful. The small details here didn't go unnoticed, the unique plates, nice bamboo chopsticks and cute hippo candy plate. We chose to sit in front by the open windows since it was such a nice afternoon but the dining area further inside was welcoming, too. I've also been here outside of DineLA and it's just an overall solid experience.

    An overall decent meal, the katsu was crispy but the curry tasted sweeter than my personal…read morepreference. I also wish the curry had more flavor/spices to it. The katsu was crispy and flaky - so that was a plus. Most of the dishes are kind of pricey in my opinion. The restaurant is large and spacious, we visited on a Friday at lunchtime and it wasn't crowded at all.

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    The front area

    Chubby Curry - Wagyu Beef Curry

    Wagyu Beef Curry

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    Matsuhisa - Black Cod With Miso

    Matsuhisa

    3.9(1.3k reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$$

    Fantastic (4.3/5)! This chef Nobu's restaurant really live up to the standard. Everything is…read moredelicious and fresh, recommend all the sashimi and raw plates in here. We made reservation for a weekday dinner and got seated quick. FOOD Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna (8.3/10): *9 with the Serrano pepper A must have for appetiser whenever I go to a sushi restaurant. Love the presentation, it's easy to eat. Fresh tuna, great rice to tuna ratio. Wish there's mini jalapeño or Serrano pepper on top for more depth. For the cold dish specials, we ordered Yellowtail Jalapeño and Toro Yuzu Miso to share: Toro Yuzu Miso (9/10): Ponzu sauce in here is so nice! Love the citrusy touch to balance out the fatty toro. Love the mini sprouts garnish that balances out everything in here. Yellowtail Jalapeño (9.2/10): Very well balanced, along with the cilantro garnish everything compliments each other so nice! Love the Serrano pepper (I transferred one onto the crispy tuna rice and that's delicious!). Fish is super fresh, melts into your mouth ^Both cold dishes are excellent but I prefer this slightly more. Nigiri (8-8.5/10): All nigiri's are pretty good, we ordered a bunch of it. Our favourite one is definitely the Akamutsu, it has the toro texture and it's not usually seen everywhere. Scallops, Blu fin toro, salmon are top tier. Ikura was good but not amazing. Lobster ceviche taco (9.5/10): MY FAVOURITE OF ALL! The lobster is so fresh, the seasoning is refreshing and citrusy. With the hard shell taco, everything just puts together so nice that we had to encore this! (I believe the lobster ceviche is off-menu, our server recommended us to substitute with lobster, good call!) DRINKS For drinks. They have an extensive sake collection, we had the Nobu sake which is pretty smooth and nice. Service is great, our server knows the menu well and gave the right recommendations. Food comes in on time and in great orders. SERVICE & AMBIENCE Love the warmth hospitality, also love the Nothing special about the interior decor, Japanese light wood ambience. It's a very cozy place to have dinner with, ambience is clean and not with loud music. Nothing instagramable, I think this is more of a food-focus place, rather than a special occasion spot. For the way how they market themselves I feel like the service or the plates could go an extra mile to make it a better experience. I've never been to Nobu, but this restaurant lives up to the standard. Recommend, might not be everyone's #1 sushi place but you won't go wrong with this place. I'm not sure if this is a place for omakase or rolls/ handroll, but their raw fish and nigiris are nice.

    Last time I recall a lot of vegetarian stuff and well as liking their dried miso thing…read more Mom like scallops sushi - didn't like the lobster appetizer. Liked the scallops. Dad liked that lobster more than the caviar gf loved everything - salmon, halibut, Spanish mackerel, scallops, and uni. I had the artichoke appetizer. It doesn't say that it comes also with red peppers and scallions - so I got a version without. I liked the sushi I made - cucumber asparagus plum sauce . Didn't like the cucumber appetizer. Didn't hate it either. We alllll lovvveeedd the deserts. Rice pudding and cappuccino desert thing.

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    Matsuhisa - Very busy and packed

    Very busy and packed

    Matsuhisa - Caviar Taco - omakase tasting

    Caviar Taco - omakase tasting

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    YAZAWA - Beef

    YAZAWA

    4.4(385 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$$$

    Wagyu will never be the same for me after this. I went for the highest-tier wagyu omakase, and it…read morewas worth every penny! The first plate was the 3-item wagyu appetizer, which was a strong start. Then the two cuts of Yazawa wagyu came and you could really taste the quality. I can't remember which cut included the egg wash, but that was hands down the highlight of my meal. The silky, buttery texture was absolutely unreal. I was especially lucky to try their Kumamoto wagyu, which was said to be on their menu for a limited time. The cattles were raised in the Kumamoto region known for its pristine spring water. Every bite was tender, rich, and unforgettable! I also tried their Sohomare Tuxedo Jumai Daiginjo sake, which was so smooth and perfectly balanced. Highly recommend adding it to your meal.

    Me and a girlfriend decided to go to Yazawa to catch up since we haven't seen each other in a long…read moretime. I was looking forward to Yazawa since I've heard such great things about this restaurant. We got their egg drop soup and a couple of their meats from their à la carte menu. The soup was delicious. They were able to split one order of soup for two people. In regard to the meat, I was shocked to find out that we had to cook the meat ourselves. I would've thought if we were paying premium prices that the staff would cook for us. I hoped we cooked the meat correctly. Nonetheless, the wagyu selection was delicious. I ordered assorted vegetables but I was sad to hear that they were all out. We finished our meal with an order of tiramisu. The dessert was fine. After paying for our meal, the server asked us why we didn't tip. I thought this was highly unprofessional for Yazawa to ask this. I did not think the service reflected the high price point of the restaurant. If I will be paying top dollar for quality meat, I expect service to at least educate us on how to cook it.

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    YAZAWA - Signature wagyu

    Signature wagyu

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    SUGARFISH | Beverly Hills - A starter to the lunch

    SUGARFISH | Beverly Hills

    4.1(1.2k reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$$

    Been a sugarfish fan for years and finally got to try another location. This one is small and…read moreintimate per usual. We came for an early dinner and beat the crowd which was great. This location actually had the Hirame sushi which was so exciting since we haven't been able to get it at any other locations in years since it's always sold out. The service was quick and they were kind. I will say the busier it got the less attentive they were and forgot to fill our water and ginger. Though I love sugarfish, the proximity of your table to others will always be really uncomfortable and awkward for me as people literally have to press up against your table to sit in the booth directly next to you which has always been really weird to me. But the food was great as always. It's sadly over $100 for us to get the trust me and nozawa trust me which feels pretty high but the quality of fish is always exceptional.

    Stopped by here as the kids were craving sushi, and we were nearby. It was delicious! The fish was…read morefresh, and service was friendly. It also did not break the bank which was a bonus. Service was on point. Cups were always filled, and they described each dish as it came out so we knew what we were eating. My recommendation is to get the Trust Me omakase (we got the Nozawa Trust Me) so you are able to try a bit of everything. They even offered to change a hand roll into regular rolls since they knew I was sharing some of the courses with my kids. Nice touch. The bathrooms also have both scented and unscented soaps, the latter for prior to your meal. There's a parking garage across the street which was very convenient. If you haven't tried Sugarfish before, it's definitely worth stopping by. I imagine all their locations are pretty tasty.

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    SUGARFISH | Beverly Hills
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    Torisoba Tonsho - Lemon butter ramen

    Torisoba Tonsho

    4.8(197 reviews)
    1.4 miBeverly Grove
    $$
    Casual dining
    30 years in business

    absolutely 10/10 the lemon butter ramen and fried rice. the food is so fresh and service is amazingread more

    I'm such a fan of chicken ramens lately. Torisoba Tonsho has various options aside from ramen, but…read moretheir chicken paitan really hits for me. All the chicken they use in every dish was just so darn plump and flavorful. Excellent quality all around. My friend and I shared the chicken karage which was huge, plump pieces in a crisp deep frying. How that stayed so crisp and fresh for a delivery is beyond me but I absolutely loved it. We also had the chicken gyoza which they give a nice char on the outside from being pan fried. I liked this difference from other places but aside from the frying, it was fairly standard. Get the karage if you want a side item! Now the ramens are just fabulously rich and creamy in their chicken paitan white broth that goes so nicely with the proteins for a clean but slightly savory taste. Their broth is so light and airy, they give you special instructions for reheating to recreate the emulsion type of effects they use. That's such a nice touch! Their noodles are more wheat-forward and thin than other places but once you accept that, you can lean into the difference nicely. The Lemon Butter had great flavor with just the slightest bit of acidity giving a bit more dimensions to the flavor. Absolutely loved Torisoba Tonsho and can't wait to come back to try more of the menu! It's right across the Largo if you are going for dinner & a show. :)

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    Original Ramen with Misotori Bowl

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    Kazan - Lei Ramen

    Kazan

    4.1(523 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$
    Outdoor seating
    Pet friendly

    I've long been a follower on Instagram; Chef Ryu's passion for ramen is in fact remarkable. Parking…read moreisn't too hard to find on a Sunday afternoon, and there's ample parking around the area to avoid valet. There's even street parking on the same block. There are two entrances, and I chose the one at the patio with a gate. The hostess greeted me; we exchanged brief conversation about Tokyo and then got to ordering an Ultimate Master Kai Truffle Tsukemen with Paper Noodles for the experience. While waiting for the food, I enjoyed the calm afternoon with their relaxing, Japanese decor. The tsukemen shortly arrived, and this was a very satisfying meal with no additional add-ons. The best part about tsukemen is that the noodles and ingredients are never over seasoned. Why? You can dip it in, and it isn't drenched. Paper noodles were nice, since every inch of it was coated in broth. The egg itself was a small but fun hassle in peeling. Never peeled a poached egg before? Now's your chance! All of the veggies were fresh, too. Not being able to meet / hear Chef Ryu in person made the experience feel incomplete, but I guess that means it's time to plan the next visit!

    Went to Kazan for lunch and found easy street parking, which was a nice bonus. The food was really…read moregood with subtle, balanced flavors and quality ingredients throughout. I ordered the Creamy Fusion #3 with pork, and while I enjoyed it, next time I'd probably try something with a little more bold flavor. The soba noodles in the ramen were excellent fresh, smooth, and cooked nicely. Service was fast and efficient, which I appreciated. I do wish they had physical menus instead of only QR codes though. We also tried the Wagyu sando and thought it was just average compared to the ramen. Overall, it's a solid ramen spot with high quality ingredients, and I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu.

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    #7 Lamb in Lava with our original mix of thin and thick mixed soba noodles

    Kazan - 4 years in a row!! Thank you all for your support!!

    4 years in a row!! Thank you all for your support!!

    Kazan - 3 years in a row on the MICHELIN Guide

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    3 years in a row on the MICHELIN Guide

    Matu

    Matu

    4.3(810 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$$

    Having experienced the Cheesesteak Lunch solo and incurring my wife's wrath for not bringing her…read morealong, we returned to Matu for our Anniversary Dinner. The Host welcomed us graciously, wished us a Happy Anniversary, and seated us immediately at a cozy table in the corner of the busy dining room. The serving team quickly approached, filling our water glasses and again welcoming us with big smiles. We'd had some cocktails before arriving, so my wife decided to stick with a Diet Coke for dinner, but I ordered a martini that was perfectly poured, icy cold, and topped with very fresh, blue cheese olives--a great start. Interestingly, Matu does not offer a filet mignon à la carte. The only way to order a filet (my wife's favorite cut) is to order the Filet Dinner, which is a 4-course tasting menu. Perhaps they just can't get enough filet at the quality they insist on -- I don't know -- but we decided to order the Filet Dinner and share the intermediary courses, with me ordering a small Ribeye and Creamed Spinach as my entree. The meal begins with a small cup of 24-hour Bone Broth that arrives steaming hot and packed with beefy flavor. The rich broth actually coats your tongue a bit, and the flavor lingers nicely. Next would have been Steak Tartare, but my wife substituted the Japanese Caesar, which was exceptionally tasty, with flavors in the dressing I simply couldn't place, but would happily eat for days. The last of the appetizers was a duo of Beef Croquettas -- also rich and flavorful with a savory sauce that amped up the richness even further. I don't know if I could eat an entire order (the full appetizer comes with 4 croquettas). Finally, on to the steak. My wife's Filet was melt-in-your-mouth tender, with a deep flavor. My own Ribeye was equally tender, with a rich flavor from the marbling. Both steaks were served the house way, which is warm and red in the middle, with a lovely crust from live fire. These folks know how to make a steak, that's for sure. Creamed spinach was much the same as most places... still, very satisfying and a great accompaniment. For dessert, we ordered the Strawberry Panna Cotta, which was served with a celebratory candle for our anniversary. Mildly sweet with a slight tang from the berries, this was a light and refreshing way to cap the meal. I have to say, this was an excellent dinner with fine service in a wonderful atmosphere. Additionally, the prices are quite reasonable for the location and the quality of the food, and our dinner here was $200 LESS than our Valentine's dinner at Cipriani, so I have to say this would be your much better bet for a celebratory night out. Though my wife insists we come back soon for lunch so she can get that amazing cheesesteak... and I'm totally willing to join her LOL!

    Please NOTED they will charge 18% tip to your bill. The host was unfriendly, and the waitress was…read morenot attentive or responsible. The food wasn't terrible, but it definitely wasn't worth the price, and the plating was poorly done. Nothing really surprised me except the automatic 18% gratuity.

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    Matu - Matu Old Fashioned with bourbon, maple syrup, bitters, and a burnt orange peel

    Matu Old Fashioned with bourbon, maple syrup, bitters, and a burnt orange peel

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    Matu Old Fashioned

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