Seabutter was an outstanding sushi experience. The quality of the fish was exceptional, everything tasted incredibly fresh, and every dish was beautifully presented. The pressed sushi was easily the highlight of the meal. It had an amazing balance of textures and flavors, with just the right amount of sear and seasoning to let the fish shine. It was one of the best versions of pressed sushi I've had and something I'll definitely order again. We also had several fresh rolls, and every one of them was excellent. The ingredients were fresh, the portions were generous, and nothing felt overcomplicated. The focus was clearly on quality, and it showed in every bite. read more

I doordashed my order and got a BOGO 911 roll which included two spicy tuna rolls with avocado and jalapeño on top and a side of yuzu sauce I believe and it was unbelievably fresh. I'm usually not a roll type of gal. love nigiri, sashimi, and chirashi bowls -- raw fish is my go to, but for a quick lunch in between meetings this was the perfect savory bite. I wish there was more! I did find myself hungry still after a whole order of the roll so keep that in mind. The portions are small and felt more like a snack but it still satiated my hunger and the yuzu sauce was a surprisingly tasty touch. I'd definitely recommend checking this place out and I'll probably do another review once I try their nigiri! read more

Dropped in without a reservation because I wasn't sure what time I might make it there and I was worried I wouldn't be able to get seated, but there were a few open tables and they did get us in. I ordered the taste of seabutter and it was worth every penny.. I eat a lot of sushi so for me to say there were a couple bites that were almost transcendent, making me wish I'd just ordered a plate full of those pieces means a lot. The toro, the hye and the halibut were the best. It was such an explosion of flavor biting into those. I also ordered the salmon skin fries out of curiosity and they were solid. Service was excellent and prices were on par with other sushi places. I'd expect higher prices for their quality. We also had a daddy long legs roll and a Mr. crabs roll at the table, and those were also two excellent choices. read more

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Love this place food is always delicious and the prices are fair, the restaurant is a bit small but the service and atmosphere really make up for it. read more

Tried this place out with my family, its quite small inside but very efficient, our orders came out lickety split. I liked what I saw,as far as working behind the sushi bar, it seemed authentic? We liked all of our orders, the wait staff was very friendly and helpful. We will be back for sure . KUDOS! read more

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I've been to Seabutter a few times in person and the service and quality have both been amazing. This place has the best sushi around in terms of quality, taste, and value. This was my first time door dashing, and what stuck out to me was the nice note they left! As pictured, I got a spicy tuna roll, and then two of the no rice rolls. read more

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Seabutter on Christmas Day did not disappoint! We had such a lovely holiday lunch -- we were seated right away and the service was absolutely wonderful. We ordered the Chilean sea bass, chicken teriyaki, shrimp tempura roll, and wagyu roll, and every single dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The calming atmosphere and scenic view made it even better. Located right in the Westlake Promenade, it's super convenient too. Highly recommend -- definitely a 10/10 experience! Look forward to returning. Merry Christmas! read more

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Incredible sushi! the fish tastes fresh and the rolls are very unique and tasty! I loved every single one of them! The flavors were wonderfully paired with the sauces they had I'm always excited when I find a great sushi spot & this hit the spot! The service was fast & although they messed up one of our rolls, they quickly replaced it The ambiance was romantic & coworker friendly! We came on a Sunday around lunch time with two people and were sat quickly read more

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Wow amazing! Best sushi I've had near the Valley so far! And I have been to Nobu, Yume, etc lol. I feel like the other places are a little gimmicky or you are paying for the ambiance and drinks but Seabutter is just straight forward giving you good food/sushi and fish. The hand rolls were the perfect temperature , sushi rice was right texture, and all the fish were so fresh. I've been to a sushi restaurant Tokyo too and it's safe to say Seabutter is better than the one I went to there. Gonna be a regular customer now. Can't pick a fav dish- they all were executed to the highest quality. read more

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Was thoroughly impressed by this place! It's a small space with seating inside and outside by the fountain, but super cute and clean. We ordered miso soup, edamame, salmon avo, tuna shashito, and sunset. They were all really good, but to be honest I wish I got 3 orders of the Salmon Avo because it was THAT good. I get why it's a crowd favorite. Staff was kind and quick. Overall great experience and thing everything was fairly priced for the quality and taste. Would recommend! read more

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Crazy overpriced and quite mid quality. was disappointed. service was fine though. just would go to the many other sushi places in the area over this one read more

Seabutter - truffle mushroom roll - Japanese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

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Enjoyed a nice dinner tonight with friends at Seabutter. I'm not a seafood fan so I stuck with the garlic edamame and chicken teriyaki plate. My hubby had the sushi and said everything was delicious. The restaurant is tiny so make sure you have a reservation because the place was super busy. read more

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I've been here a few times and have never left disappointed. This time we had the yellowtail carpaccio, the sunset and pressed tail rolls. I think my favorite roll here is definitely the Sunset roll! Service is friendly and restaurant is more on the casual side even though the prices are on the steeper end. But I do like the way they make their rolls here and their fish seems to be really fresh! read more

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Came here for dinner with my husband since I've been craving sushi and haven't had it in a while. I did the Taste of Seabutter for $99 per person and felt that it was worth the price. The nigiri were my favorite. The teriyaki chicken was okay. It came with pineapples that tasted like canned pineapples. The chicken was also overcooked. This place was super popular for both to-go and dine-in. Service was pretty quick and staff were all very friendly. It's a very casual place so no need to dress up. read more

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Pro tip - get here early! Sushi is excellent and very fresh! We really enjoyed the different rolls we got. I can't recall the name but the roll with Shiso leaf in it was phenomenal!! Staff were great and offered solid recommendations too. The seating is a bit limited due to reservations but if you get there early (around 5pm) you should be able to get a table no problem. They have both indoor and outdoor seating options. Will be coming back for sure! read more

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I love seeing Jessie when I'm in the neighborhood and want some quality sashimi. The owners are great and they care about their customers! I love the kimnedai and the salmon truffle sashimi!! Give it a try and you will be satiated :) The fish is fresh and they are quite efficient! read more

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Back again for some more yummy Sea Butter deliciousness!!! Enjoyed everything and although I was in and out kind of quick this trip, it definitely did not disappoint!!! read more

Seabutter - Japanese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

I'll be dreaming of the Truffle Salmon Sushi and Mr. Krab Roll until I get to come back! We also tried the Albacore Roll, Crispy Rice, Spicy Garlic Edamame, and Shishito Peppers. The Lychee Nigori was sweet and super smooth. Shoutout to our server, Ashley, for the great service and recommendations. The Mr. Krab Roll (warm, wrapped in soy paper) is a must if you love soft shell blue crab, and if you're into truffle, the Truffle Salmon Sushi (2 pieces) is the perfect starter... & you might just keep reordering that! The Shishito Peppers were great, but the Crispy Rice and Edamame were just okay. I love fountain outside, but the inside felt a bit cramped. Although it was clean and service was 10/10. Ideal for a girls' night or small group dinner (4 or fewer), rather than large parties or intimate date nights. I would love to check out their other locations one day as well. read more

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We really wanted some fresh sushi, and decided to follow the reviews to Seabutter. It's located in a "lifestyle" center that are so common in SoCal. It's a small place, doing a very high volume of takeout. We were seated promptly at the sushi bar, and settled in to peruse the menu. We started with a Sapporo beer on tap; they have a little "kegerator" in the corner of the dining room that they pulled the beer from (it's that small of a place). We had unagi nigiri, spicy tuna on crispy rice, and two of their nigiri "medleys"; one with three preparations of salmon, and one with tuna, waygu, and other fish, Both were excellent. We then moved onto two cut rolls (you can order the hand rolls prepared as cut rolls if you want, and we did want). Everything was wonderful. The service was great, the food was fabulous and artfully presented, and the entire meal was $135 plus tip. Highly recommended. read more

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I have had many delicious take out orders from Seabutter and finally had the pleasure of dining in twice recently. Both experiences were great, the food was absolutely delicious (both hot and raw items) and I had friendly and attentive service. In particular - Irene went above and beyond, was very knowledgeable about the menu and provided good recommendations. If you are looking for high quality sushi with fresh and creative ingredients, i strongly recommend trying Seabutter. read more

Seabutter - Various nigiri - Japanese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

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My sister and I were hungry for sushi and decided to stop by Seabutter for a quick dinner. My sister ordered the Dragon Roll, I ordered the Salmon Medley, and we shared the Baked Lobster crispy rice. Everything I tried was delicious, especially the medley of Salmon nigiri. Every bite of the Salmon was melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and I really lived up to the "Seabutter" name. The Baked Lobster crispy rice was very good as well. One thing to note is that the portions are small and the prices are high. We ordered very little food, but the total ended up being around $60. This is not uncommon in this area, but if you are very hungry and not looking to spend a lot, this may not be the right place for you. Would I come back? Yes, for a special occasion. A little out of my price range for a regular Saturday night dinner, but the quality is certainly there. read more

Seabutter - Salmon Medley - Japanese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

The restaurant location is great, friendly and attentive staff, service was great and the most important, one of the best sushi, sashimi and rolls. Ambience was casual and bright. read more

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Food is so so good and their service is awesome with the nice , not to crowded ambiance. I really enjoy their food when ever I go there . Try their wild sea bass , it's unbelievable delicious. read more

Best sushi in town!! The sunset roll is delish! The sushi is melt in your mouth! The flavor combos are fresh and clean!

Always good, always consistent. Love the pressed rolls, but they fill you up faster so beware. Everything here is good.

Casual dining spot with delicious food. Service was quick and servers were attentive. My family all enjoyed their food and I love the low carb options. The Polar Bear low carb sushi was fantastic! Plenty of free parking in the shopping plaza. I recommend eating here before going to Cinépolis for a movie. read more

Update - management reached out to resolve the situation which I really appreciate. Will be back to try again as the food was amazing.

The best service and the worst sushi. Seabutter is located in a beautiful shopping center. We had high hopes based on the location, cool music, menu options and high price points. The staff were all top-notch. Very attentive and friendly. Thank you all for your hospitality. Great job. The sushi arrived quickly and looked great, however the food was soooo extremely bland and tasteless. No spice. No flavor. It needed soy sauce just to help it down. Roll after roll, and even the teriyaki chicken. The best part was the service, music and hot lemon water. We are very disappointed with the food and pricing. We will never go back. Hope you guys can turn things around some day, for the sake of all others that may attend. read more

Wanted to try this restaurant for a while, glad I did. Food was very good. Fresh fish, very tender. Looking forward to coming back. Place is fairly small, so make a reservation if you go at busy times. Will be back! read more

Seabutter - Mr. Crab Roll - Japanese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

Food: Quality and fresh fish!! Service: Can be slow when it's busy. Otherwise, the waiters are friendly and attentive. Ambiance: Simple, clean, and not fancy. Pricing: On the pricier side compared to other sushi restaurants. Pro: Very fresh fish and delicious food!! Come here if you want quality vs quantity. Their Uni is amazing!! Everything we ordered was amazing!! Con: Expect a wait because it isn't very big inside. This place is not ideal for a large group. Overall rating: 8/10 (due to higher prices and wait times). read more

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My friend put me on Sea Butter and we met up for lunch here. The fish product here is fresh and good quality. We got a bunch of rolls, some not pictured (failure on my part lol). What stood out to me was the following: truffle roll (flavor explosion that melts in your mouth), the toro (rich and buttery), and the Mr. Krab roll (sweet mayo that compliments the crab meat well). It was a refreshing meal that packed flavor and the name of the restaurant was as advertised buttery. Service was on point and their is plenty of parking. If you are in Westlake make a stop here and treat yourself to good sushi. read more

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the food is awesome and pretty affordable, but the service sucks. rude, uninterested, and pretty unorganized from the majority of staff. Theres a few good ones tho! The place is nice inside, very clean. read more

Had a business dinner at Sea Butter with colleagues and left with... mixed emotions and a sudden urge for a post-meal snack. The amaebi arrived looking confident but tasted like it had already emotionally checked out. The head wasn't fried enough to achieve its final crispy destiny, and the freshness didn't quite match the luxury price tag. In sushi, freshness is king, this felt more like a distant cousin of the king. The premium sashimi platter featured an enthusiastic collection of white fish and a cameo appearance by two lonely pieces of toro. The toro was borderline, nevertheless, blink and you'll miss it. Service was fine: present, polite, and not planning to write a memoir about the evening. The rolls were okay, though the Mr. Crab was so creamy it filed for dairy status and completely hid the natural sweetness of the crab and lobster. The chef seems to be in a committed relationship with yuzu pepper. It overpowered the hotate, overpowered the fire-charred salmon, and briefly tried to overpower my will to keep eating. Overall, compared to our visits a year ago, the quality feels like it quietly slipped out the back door when no one was looking. read more

Was immediately created with such a bright smile from Bibi! Seabutter is always a go to and always has such fresh great quality products. My boyfriend ordered the eel and he wants to come back already just for that. He says most places the eel dosnt always taste fresh or is prepared correctly but here it was!! I love that they have options for crispy rice!! They have avocado, baked lobster, albacore, salmon,tuna, and yellowtail! I also love how many options they have for no rice rolls!! Bibi was so on top of it and made sure we had everything we needed before we even knew we needed it! She was clearing our plates and when taking the order she also told us which sauces were with each rolls which I liked since I'm not the biggest fan of sauce! read more

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Absolutely delicious. Quality is great, service and ambiance are good. We love the 911 roll and the blue crab is delicious in the rainbow roll. It's hard to go elsewhere for sushi now. Please don't change the quality of food!!! read more

It's 4:50 in the afternoon and I thought, to give this place a try. I walked in and noticed that there were at least 6 open tables, including the bar. I asked for a table for two and was asked if I had reservations????? I said no, so I was given the option to dine in but would need to be done within the hour i found this to be utterly ridiculous and unwelcoming. there was no wait line and as a sushi lover I could've easily spent a few hundreds. How disappointing. No wonder most businesses don't last here at the promenade! I much rather go to Q sushi instead. Your loss... read more

Was so excited for our reservation but unfortunately it did not live up to our last experience. It seems like this place has gotten lazy since our last visit. The presentation wasn't what it used to be with the onions and tempura on the side of our two mains rather than on top. Our server was a little rude and impatient. We were still hungry after two appetizers, miso soup, and two mains but decided to go get a slice of pizza after rather than order more food here. read more

Best sushi ever! The pressed salmon avo is out of this world- absolutely melts in your mouth, no sauces even needed. Pressed rolls are all amazing, even the simple sushi is fantastic. Well worth the price. Seabutter is a cozy establishment with small booths, tables, and ample bar seating. Service is fast and friendly, though it gets quite busy holidays & weekends so make sure to get your reservations in early! Irene took care of everything excellently. Can't wait to come back! read more

Seabutter is, without question, a masterclass in modern Japanese cuisine. While the atmosphere is chic and inviting, the real star is the surgical precision of the fish. The Salmon Truffle is a revelation--perfectly seared and buttery--while the Blue Crab Hand Rolls feature some of the crispest, highest-quality nori I've encountered outside of Tokyo. Even the classic rolls are elevated by pristine sashimi-grade cuts and thoughtful, balanced sauces. If you're looking for elite-tier sushi without the drive to Beverly Hills, this is the spot. Sophisticated, consistent, and undeniably fresh. Pro Tip: Sit at the bar and let the chefs guide your meal. It's an experience worth every penny. read more

First time visiting this small sushi place in the Westlake Promenade, didn't disappoint! Although the rolls are pricy, the dishes this restaurant has to offer is exquisite and like no other. I'd say the most special dish would be the crispy rice, I've never seen a sushi restaurant serve that type of dish and so well. I tried the baked lobster, spicy salmon, and spicy yellow tail crispy rice dishes, and each one was so delicious! Definitely loved the Mr. Crab Roll as well, such incredible presentation and dish overall. read more

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