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Amazing. From the reviews it said there's a nightmare wait so I decided to go as 1 person and hope I'd have higher chances of getting in on my own and sitting at the bar than having a long wait with other people. I actually showed up on a Friday afternoon just before 5 pm around 4:45 and put my name down. Around 4:55 there was easily 15-20 people outside the door who had been on the waitlist. We all fit into the first seating at 5 so no sweat there. There was even an open seat next to me that was filled by a drop in a few min after opening. The sushi- so.freaking.good. I love how generous they are with the portions and it was seriously tasty. The bluefin tuna + caviar was to die. I'm not even a sashimi person but I saw this and was like I want THAT. I had one and then immediately asked for a second one! The spicy tuna rices cakes were awesome, there was so much spicy tuna mix on it that it nearly broke my rice cake after the first bite. Then the Shibuya sea bass roll-YUM. Look at that stack on the roll. As crowded as it was, the service was excellent. My only regret is getting full. I'll be back to try the rest of the menu!
This cozy little sushi spot is incredibly popular, and it's easy to see why. We were lucky to arrive about 30 minutes before closing and were seated right away. The service was attentive and friendly, and the portions were surprisingly generous. Everything we ordered was fresh and flavorful, but the tuna crispy rice was definitely the standout, it had the perfect balance of texture and flavor. The ponzu yellowtail was also exceptionally fresh, light, and refreshing. There are so many rolls on the menu that we wanted to try, so we'll definitely be back for another visit!
Dinner service on weekends starts at 5p. Waitlist opens at 3p. If you arrive at 5 to add yourself to the list, expect 40-50 parties ahead of you. Charming place, tiny but with efficient and experienced service so everything comes out fast. Huge rolls and nigiri. Doesn't feel as expensive because of the generous cuts of fish. Everything is tasty and I end up ordering more than I should given the large portions but no complaints. Sweet shrimp is exceptional as well as their crispy rice. The stuffed squid was good but I would ask for the eel sauce on the side because the crab mix is also sweet, so the sweetness can be overpowering. I don't recommend the ikura bc of the heavy sake marinade but you may feel differently. The ikura has been the one and only item I wouldn't get again. Everything else has been fantastic. This is an entirely different experience to sugarfish. Shibuya is willing to make dishes to your taste, so if you don't want something on a particular dish or you want a special dish not on the menu, just tell your server. Everything can be customized which I really like. Sugarfish by comparison is extremely simple and utilitarian and has a factory quality to it that Shibuya is the complete opposite to. They really shouldn't be compared. If I'm low on time and didn't plan well enough, sugarfish is a reliable spot to get adequate sushi without the preplanning and waiting, but shibuya is a superior experience, imho. Happy eating!
The hype is real here. Spicy tuna rice cake was crunchy, tasty, and fulfilling. Sea Bass roll was delicious and sea bass itself was buttery scrumptious. Baked crab roll was phenomenal. You literally see a lot of crab meat in the roll and perfectly amount of mayo so it's to die for. Chef Andy was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful with our meal. Will definitely come back soon.
This place is my favorite sushi place since going to Japan. If I have money to spend... but wow, every single thing blew me away. The service was amazing and the chefs truly cared about their ARTWORK!! Thank you Zay, you are a magician! Every flavor in the plate has been considered and added to elevate your experience- I've never had anything like it. My favorites that I often dream about, the salmon onion handroll, yellowtail with jalapeños, the albacore nigiri. Can't wait to come back
Shibuya is the best little hole in the wall sushi joint. When I go to other sushi places, I always find myself comparing everything I eat to the food here. Just a tip that there is usually always a wait for this place no matter the day of the week and they do not take reservations. You stop by and put your name on a list and then they will call you from there and you will wait for the glory of getting to eat the fabulous sushi. Inside, the tables are close together but that's kind of become the charm of this place and has been over the years. It's just this great little unassuming restaurant that makes really really good sushi and you gotta come and wait out your turn out at the edge of the parking lot until your name is called. That's how it works (but it's worth it). The lot is tiny tiny and you may have a rough time getting a space because this restaurant is always busy, but there's also a bit of street parking around if you needed. I actually respect that Shibuya hasn't expanded until they've been ready to. We confirmed with our waiter that Shibuya is opening up a new location nearby (finally!!) I am super excited about that because it will also have a to go side, which currently they don't have here, (but I don't mind not having to-go for for this location because it keeps things cozy and quaint inside. I like that the staff can focus on their customers needs and keep it clear and simple and make sure everyone is taken care of.) I will definitely be a repeat customer at both locations if they keep up the mom and pop ambiance and keep the quality of sushi top notch too. The fish is so so fresh here and the ingredients are all so good together the way they make it. The sushi rolls are all excellent but I especially love the spicy tuna on crispy rice. I ask for it with no mayo and they do it no problem. It is so good. Every bite is perfection - the rice is crispy and the tuna has the perfect kick. I feel like they never wait to bring it out either and everything is perfectly crunchy and good immediately once I bite into it. I always have to savor this one because it's gone so quickly because everyone at the table likes the crunchy rice so much. It's very popular. When I looked around at the tables, pretty much everyone had a spicy tuna on crispy rice on their table too which made me chuckle. It really is that good! We always ask for the black cod here even when it's not really on the menu. It's one of my favorite fish to eat and the way they cook it and flavor it melts in my mouth every time. Salmon skin roll is top notch too. The price point is a little higher here but we usually wait until a birthday or special occasion as an excuse and it makes it special to go here. Looking forward to more meals both here and the new location to come!
Wow! This quality is unbeatable. With amazing, straight forward sushi options and kind and knowledgeable chefs, in an intimate, casual setting, Shibuya is doing it all right. Everyone that goes to Shibuya, KNOWS Shibuya. All the alterations you can do - which I must take advantage of next time!! (like crispy rice with spicy salmon or albacore). Some sashimi plates come with much more than just the fish! Like the Yellowtail & ponzu/jalapeño or Albacore & crispy onion. The nigiri is masterful, omakase level. Carefully prepared and large!! The prices are a bit high but you get amazing portions, I left soooo full. The rolls are great too! The salmon onion was delicious. Very popular to add soy paper but we stuck with the seaweed. So much to try next time! Came on a Wednesday a little before opening and was sat in the first bunch. But the wait gets crazy!! So be prepared.
It's always a long wait here but the place is top notch. The sushi chefs are amazing and even though the place is tiny, it kind of gives a nice intimate vibe to it. I got there for lunch when it opened at 12 and there were people already in there. We waited an hour for a sushi bar seat of 2. Their fish is so good. I recommend getting that. Also has the Shibuya roll, which was great! Service was good and overall experience was great! I just wonder how I can eat there without waiting so long! Ha! At least it's nice in Calabasas.
Shibuya is definitely one of the best out there. The fish is always fresh and flavorful, and you can really taste the quality in every bite. My go-to order is the Spicy Tuna Rice Cake and Spicy Salmon Rice Cake ($16.50 per order), along with the salmon onion hand roll ($16.50). Everything comes out fast and always hits the spot. The restaurant itself is very small, so it fills up quickly. People actually start lining up about an hour before opening just to get their names on the waitlist, so I highly recommend going early. Parking can also be a bit tight since the lot is small. It is on the pricier side, but in my opinion, the freshness and quality make it worth it.
I'm ready for the new resturant to open already. I'm tired of waiting to eat even when I arrive early and after being seated, being rushed to scarf down my food so fast because they want to turn over tables. I won't be coming here on the weekend again. I came 30 minutes before opening and put my party of 4 on the list. I was approx. The 15th person on the list & didn't get to go in the first wave of people to dine in. Waited another hour to get seated. Once I ordered $600 worth of food & tip, it all came out so fast that we were forced to rush so they could make room to put our orders down at our table. I finally had it and politely asked them to slow down because it was ridiculous. The fish and food is excellent so it's worth every penny but they need to allow people to taste their food and not pack them in like sardines or make them wait so long. Hurry up with the rebuild - the extended live date is so annoying.
This has been on my list of restaurants to try for years. I finally got the chance to try it and it lived up to the hype. There was a line already at 4:30PM so I recommend arriving before opening and putting your name down and walking to the Commons for some steps and to pass time. We waited an hour and got seated in a small table that was more for 2 people but we made it work for 4 people. The service was good, we asked for spicy mayo, eel sauce, and extra ginger on the side and they were quick with the food coming out. We got a good amount of food to try and everything was fresh and tasty! Really recommend asking for spicy mayo, it comes with chili oil and masago on top! - Salmon Crispy Rice 4/5 - Tuna Crispy Rice 4/5 - Shibuya Roll 4.5/5 - Salmon Roll 4/5 - Albacore Sashimi Fried Onions on top 4.5/5 - Albacore and Spicy Tuna Roll 4.7/5 I will be coming back here soon.
Shibuya Calabasas is that place where the sushi is so good you'll tolerate behavior you would NEVER tolerate in a relationship. Like "yeah the wait was a disaster, but the spicy tuna looked me in the eyes and said 'trust me'." Food: fire. Legit. Fresh, clean, every bite tastes like it has a personal trainer and a savings account. The kitchen is doing their job. No notes. Price: pretty expensive. Not "treat yourself" expensive. More like "I just treated myself and now I need to punish myself" expensive. You don't order, you commit. You're not picking a roll, you're choosing a financial path. Wait: this is where it gets messy. The wait is long AND it's unorganized. They've got a waitlist that's like three pages deep and half the names are straight up fictional. People put their name down and disappear like they got a text from their ex or a warrant alert. So the host is calling names like it's a missing persons hotline. " AMANDA? Party of two?" Silence. "AMANDA???" Meanwhile Amanda is already home in sweatpants watching Netflix like "that was a fun little adventure." And everyone who actually stayed is just standing there watching the list stall out like: "So are we eating... or are we joining a book club?" They NEED a text system. Because right now it's basically "write your name down and hope the universe respects it." A simple text-based waitlist would fix everything: * confirm you're still coming * update your spot * stop wasting everyone's time calling ghost names Right now the waitlist is giving... haunted clipboard. Overall: food is absolutely worth it, but you're paying a premium to also participate in a chaotic lobby situation. 4 stars because once you're seated it's amazing, but getting seated feels like trying to get backstage at Coachella with a Post-it note.
They have a lot of "MP" for the price on their menu so expect for a pricey meal. They have limited seating so if you didn't make it here early enough to add your name to the list expect a bit of a wait. We came for my sisters birthday dinner since this is her favorite sushi place. I tired the tuna nigiri and some various rolls that we split. Everything was pretty fresh, the nigiri was very impressive. The rolls were fine, but I wouldn't say it's totally worth the price. It's very good sushi overall but I think the price is based on the city/location. I'm rounding up from a 3 1/2 since yelp only lets you give full stars.
Came to Shibuya based on our friends' recommendation, who have been coming here since they were little, and it absolutely did not disappoint. We tried all of their recommendations: the salmon and onion, Shibuya roll, albacore yellowtail, salmon nigiri, and sea bream nigiri. The albacore was by far my favorite. Seriously, order an abundant amount of it! This is easily one of the most delicious nigiri spots I've ever been to. Next time, I might skip the rolls altogether and order albacore for the entire night. Life hack - ask for a side of their ponzu sauce! The restaurant is very small and does not take reservations, so expect to put your name down and wait for a table. It's best for smaller parties, and you may be sitting pretty close to your neighbors. That said, we absolutely loved the experience and will definitely be back whenever we're in town. read more
4 days ago
Very disappointing experience at Shibuya Sushi. This place is extremely overhyped, and their seating system feels completely unfair and disorganized. This is now the THIRD time this has happened to us. We put our name on the list and waited patiently for about an hour, only to watch people who arrived after us get pulled out of line and seated before us. It honestly seemed like certain customers were being given preference because they knew someone there. This time, we finally confronted the staff and even showed them our name on the list to prove how long we had been waiting. Instead of acknowledging what happened or giving us a reasonable explanation, they denied it and simply told us, "We'll seat you in 15 minutes." Keep in mind, we had already been waiting for an HOUR. Once could be a mistake. Twice could be poor organization. But when the same thing happens three separate times, it's hard to ignore. No sushi is worth being treated like your time doesn't matter. We gave this place multiple chances, but after this experience, we will never return. There are plenty of sushi restaurants where customers are treated fairly and respectfully. read more
1 month ago
Amazing. From the reviews it said there's a nightmare wait so I decided to go as 1 person and hope I'd have higher chances of getting in on my own and sitting at the bar than having a long wait with other people. I actually showed up on a Friday afternoon just before 5 pm around 4:45 and put my name down. Around 4:55 there was easily 15-20 people outside the door who had been on the waitlist. We all fit into the first seating at 5 so no sweat there. There was even an open seat next to me that was filled by a drop in a few min after opening. The sushi- so.freaking.good. I love how generous they are with the portions and it was seriously tasty. The bluefin tuna + caviar was to die. I'm not even a sashimi person but I saw this and was like I want THAT. I had one and then immediately asked for a second one! The spicy tuna rices cakes were awesome, there was so much spicy tuna mix on it that it nearly broke my rice cake after the first bite. Then the Shibuya sea bass roll-YUM. Look at that stack on the roll. As crowded as it was, the service was excellent. My only regret is getting full. I'll be back to try the rest of the menu! read more
This cozy little sushi spot is incredibly popular, and it's easy to see why. We were lucky to arrive about 30 minutes before closing and were seated right away. The service was attentive and friendly, and the portions were surprisingly generous. Everything we ordered was fresh and flavorful, but the tuna crispy rice was definitely the standout, it had the perfect balance of texture and flavor. The ponzu yellowtail was also exceptionally fresh, light, and refreshing. There are so many rolls on the menu that we wanted to try, so we'll definitely be back for another visit! read more
2 months ago
Dinner service on weekends starts at 5p. Waitlist opens at 3p. If you arrive at 5 to add yourself to the list, expect 40-50 parties ahead of you. Charming place, tiny but with efficient and experienced service so everything comes out fast. Huge rolls and nigiri. Doesn't feel as expensive because of the generous cuts of fish. Everything is tasty and I end up ordering more than I should given the large portions but no complaints. Sweet shrimp is exceptional as well as their crispy rice. The stuffed squid was good but I would ask for the eel sauce on the side because the crab mix is also sweet, so the sweetness can be overpowering. I don't recommend the ikura bc of the heavy sake marinade but you may feel differently. The ikura has been the one and only item I wouldn't get again. Everything else has been fantastic. This is an entirely different experience to sugarfish. Shibuya is willing to make dishes to your taste, so if you don't want something on a particular dish or you want a special dish not on the menu, just tell your server. Everything can be customized which I really like. Sugarfish by comparison is extremely simple and utilitarian and has a factory quality to it that Shibuya is the complete opposite to. They really shouldn't be compared. If I'm low on time and didn't plan well enough, sugarfish is a reliable spot to get adequate sushi without the preplanning and waiting, but shibuya is a superior experience, imho. Happy eating! read more
The hype is real here. Spicy tuna rice cake was crunchy, tasty, and fulfilling. Sea Bass roll was delicious and sea bass itself was buttery scrumptious. Baked crab roll was phenomenal. You literally see a lot of crab meat in the roll and perfectly amount of mayo so it's to die for. Chef Andy was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful with our meal. Will definitely come back soon. read more
This place is my favorite sushi place since going to Japan. If I have money to spend... but wow, every single thing blew me away. The service was amazing and the chefs truly cared about their ARTWORK!! Thank you Zay, you are a magician! Every flavor in the plate has been considered and added to elevate your experience- I've never had anything like it. My favorites that I often dream about, the salmon onion handroll, yellowtail with jalapeños, the albacore nigiri. Can't wait to come back read more
Shibuya is the best little hole in the wall sushi joint. When I go to other sushi places, I always find myself comparing everything I eat to the food here. Just a tip that there is usually always a wait for this place no matter the day of the week and they do not take reservations. You stop by and put your name on a list and then they will call you from there and you will wait for the glory of getting to eat the fabulous sushi. Inside, the tables are close together but that's kind of become the charm of this place and has been over the years. It's just this great little unassuming restaurant that makes really really good sushi and you gotta come and wait out your turn out at the edge of the parking lot until your name is called. That's how it works (but it's worth it). The lot is tiny tiny and you may have a rough time getting a space because this restaurant is always busy, but there's also a bit of street parking around if you needed. I actually respect that Shibuya hasn't expanded until they've been ready to. We confirmed with our waiter that Shibuya is opening up a new location nearby (finally!!) I am super excited about that because it will also have a to go side, which currently they don't have here, (but I don't mind not having to-go for for this location because it keeps things cozy and quaint inside. I like that the staff can focus on their customers needs and keep it clear and simple and make sure everyone is taken care of.) I will definitely be a repeat customer at both locations if they keep up the mom and pop ambiance and keep the quality of sushi top notch too. The fish is so so fresh here and the ingredients are all so good together the way they make it. The sushi rolls are all excellent but I especially love the spicy tuna on crispy rice. I ask for it with no mayo and they do it no problem. It is so good. Every bite is perfection - the rice is crispy and the tuna has the perfect kick. I feel like they never wait to bring it out either and everything is perfectly crunchy and good immediately once I bite into it. I always have to savor this one because it's gone so quickly because everyone at the table likes the crunchy rice so much. It's very popular. When I looked around at the tables, pretty much everyone had a spicy tuna on crispy rice on their table too which made me chuckle. It really is that good! We always ask for the black cod here even when it's not really on the menu. It's one of my favorite fish to eat and the way they cook it and flavor it melts in my mouth every time. Salmon skin roll is top notch too. The price point is a little higher here but we usually wait until a birthday or special occasion as an excuse and it makes it special to go here. Looking forward to more meals both here and the new location to come! read more
7 months ago
Wow! This quality is unbeatable. With amazing, straight forward sushi options and kind and knowledgeable chefs, in an intimate, casual setting, Shibuya is doing it all right. Everyone that goes to Shibuya, KNOWS Shibuya. All the alterations you can do - which I must take advantage of next time!! (like crispy rice with spicy salmon or albacore). Some sashimi plates come with much more than just the fish! Like the Yellowtail & ponzu/jalapeño or Albacore & crispy onion. The nigiri is masterful, omakase level. Carefully prepared and large!! The prices are a bit high but you get amazing portions, I left soooo full. The rolls are great too! The salmon onion was delicious. Very popular to add soy paper but we stuck with the seaweed. So much to try next time! Came on a Wednesday a little before opening and was sat in the first bunch. But the wait gets crazy!! So be prepared. read more
9 months ago
It's always a long wait here but the place is top notch. The sushi chefs are amazing and even though the place is tiny, it kind of gives a nice intimate vibe to it. I got there for lunch when it opened at 12 and there were people already in there. We waited an hour for a sushi bar seat of 2. Their fish is so good. I recommend getting that. Also has the Shibuya roll, which was great! Service was good and overall experience was great! I just wonder how I can eat there without waiting so long! Ha! At least it's nice in Calabasas. read more
Shibuya is definitely one of the best out there. The fish is always fresh and flavorful, and you can really taste the quality in every bite. My go-to order is the Spicy Tuna Rice Cake and Spicy Salmon Rice Cake ($16.50 per order), along with the salmon onion hand roll ($16.50). Everything comes out fast and always hits the spot. The restaurant itself is very small, so it fills up quickly. People actually start lining up about an hour before opening just to get their names on the waitlist, so I highly recommend going early. Parking can also be a bit tight since the lot is small. It is on the pricier side, but in my opinion, the freshness and quality make it worth it. read more
I'm ready for the new resturant to open already. I'm tired of waiting to eat even when I arrive early and after being seated, being rushed to scarf down my food so fast because they want to turn over tables. I won't be coming here on the weekend again. I came 30 minutes before opening and put my party of 4 on the list. I was approx. The 15th person on the list & didn't get to go in the first wave of people to dine in. Waited another hour to get seated. Once I ordered $600 worth of food & tip, it all came out so fast that we were forced to rush so they could make room to put our orders down at our table. I finally had it and politely asked them to slow down because it was ridiculous. The fish and food is excellent so it's worth every penny but they need to allow people to taste their food and not pack them in like sardines or make them wait so long. Hurry up with the rebuild - the extended live date is so annoying. read more
This has been on my list of restaurants to try for years. I finally got the chance to try it and it lived up to the hype. There was a line already at 4:30PM so I recommend arriving before opening and putting your name down and walking to the Commons for some steps and to pass time. We waited an hour and got seated in a small table that was more for 2 people but we made it work for 4 people. The service was good, we asked for spicy mayo, eel sauce, and extra ginger on the side and they were quick with the food coming out. We got a good amount of food to try and everything was fresh and tasty! Really recommend asking for spicy mayo, it comes with chili oil and masago on top! - Salmon Crispy Rice 4/5 - Tuna Crispy Rice 4/5 - Shibuya Roll 4.5/5 - Salmon Roll 4/5 - Albacore Sashimi Fried Onions on top 4.5/5 - Albacore and Spicy Tuna Roll 4.7/5 I will be coming back here soon. read more
9 months ago
Shibuya Calabasas is that place where the sushi is so good you'll tolerate behavior you would NEVER tolerate in a relationship. Like "yeah the wait was a disaster, but the spicy tuna looked me in the eyes and said 'trust me'." Food: fire. Legit. Fresh, clean, every bite tastes like it has a personal trainer and a savings account. The kitchen is doing their job. No notes. Price: pretty expensive. Not "treat yourself" expensive. More like "I just treated myself and now I need to punish myself" expensive. You don't order, you commit. You're not picking a roll, you're choosing a financial path. Wait: this is where it gets messy. The wait is long AND it's unorganized. They've got a waitlist that's like three pages deep and half the names are straight up fictional. People put their name down and disappear like they got a text from their ex or a warrant alert. So the host is calling names like it's a missing persons hotline. " AMANDA? Party of two?" Silence. "AMANDA???" Meanwhile Amanda is already home in sweatpants watching Netflix like "that was a fun little adventure." And everyone who actually stayed is just standing there watching the list stall out like: "So are we eating... or are we joining a book club?" They NEED a text system. Because right now it's basically "write your name down and hope the universe respects it." A simple text-based waitlist would fix everything: * confirm you're still coming * update your spot * stop wasting everyone's time calling ghost names Right now the waitlist is giving... haunted clipboard. Overall: food is absolutely worth it, but you're paying a premium to also participate in a chaotic lobby situation. 4 stars because once you're seated it's amazing, but getting seated feels like trying to get backstage at Coachella with a Post-it note. read more
2 months ago
They have a lot of "MP" for the price on their menu so expect for a pricey meal. They have limited seating so if you didn't make it here early enough to add your name to the list expect a bit of a wait. We came for my sisters birthday dinner since this is her favorite sushi place. I tired the tuna nigiri and some various rolls that we split. Everything was pretty fresh, the nigiri was very impressive. The rolls were fine, but I wouldn't say it's totally worth the price. It's very good sushi overall but I think the price is based on the city/location. I'm rounding up from a 3 1/2 since yelp only lets you give full stars. read more
3 months ago
Good Lord, I have forgotten how fantastic Shibuya is with the freshest sushi located in an L-shaped strip mall across from the Commons in Calabasas. Can I give this joint 5 1/2 stars? A small L shaped sushi bar with about five tables is all that graces the interior of this spectacular sushi bar that attracts people from miles away. When my wife and I owned a restaurant in Calabasas, we were regular customers trying whatever owner Mark and his four SUSHI chefs could offer. The Columbia river and copper River wild salmon which was seasonal was so good that one never wanted to have any other salmon from any other place. Because I was celiac, in the early days I brought in my own gluten-free soy sauce and would leave it for customers if there were any that had my affliction. They modified a couple dishes for me such as softshell crab roll with avocado and onion, which they prepared instead of in flour with cornstarch. When I first ordered it, everybody at the sushi bar demanded to have it my way, which is so much tastier than having a large amount of deep fried batter. After working at the Calabasas pumpkin festival, I was hungry and I knew it would be a long drive home, so I pulled into the small parking lot and waited outside to put my name on a clipboard. When they open at 5 o'clock the place immediately fills up and you have to wait if you are there after 5 o'clock for the first shift to finish eating approximately an hour to an hour and a half later and this proceeds the entire evening. This place is so popular, I have met people as far away from Orange County who have driven to this small sushi bar in the West Valley. Mark over the years, had many opportunities to expand the restaurant to the store next to it or to open up another restaurant, and in fact, I was in the restaurant when a wealthy man offered to bankroll Mark on the spot with a restaurant in Santa Monica. Mark refused to open another or expand and kept his eye on the prize: a fabulous small local sushi place that serves the finest sushi. Mark has recently retired but that has not diminished the excellence of this joint. I did not realize that they now open the door at 4:30 to allow those in the know to put their name on the clipboard and then wait outside until the restaurant opens with eight or nine people breathlessly waiting like a group of puppies at the front door ready to go for a walk. When I realized at 4:50pm that the door was open, I went in and there were already many people on the list. Fortunately for me, the runner remembered me came over and said is it just you and he looked at me saying that he would make sure I got in. The woman and hostess at the front who rules the clipboard also remembered me from years back, and when they finally blessedly opened the front door a crack and the hostess shouted the roll call, I got in at 5 o'clock at the sushi bar in front of the only one of four sushi chefs who is still there from when I last and many times dined at this restaurant. I knew what I wanted: two pieces of the freshest salmon sushi, spicy tuna with rice cakes, and soft shell crab roll with avocado made with cornstarch instead of flour. They even carry gluten-free soy sauce so I was in heaven starting with the complementary sunomono and hot green tea and then ate each course slowly, savoring each bite, as it was just as good as I remembered with the flavors bursting forth as they should. I thanked my sushi chef with my limited Japanese as well as the hostess and the very kind runner who used to bring me my gluten-free soy sauce before I sat down and knew the drinks that my family would order before we ordered them. It is so great to have a homecoming of sorts that turns out to be as great as remembered. read more
Always a busy place, but worth the wait. I ordered the Wagyu beef sushi, sea bream sushi, albacore with truffle oil, and eel sushi. The sushi you can tell is fresh when you eat it. The Wagyu beef was soft and savory. The eel was crispy on the edges with a savory sauce on top. Love trying different sushi pieces every time I come. Parking- very small parking lot or street parking read more
The popularity of Shibuya speaks for itself, quite frankly. I'm embarrassed to admit that, time and time again, I go out of my way to plan my day around getting a prime spot on the seating list. It is what it is. It's worth it. The interior is quite worn through, but it's a beloved hotspot for tourists and regulars, alike. The regulars definitely make themselves known here. From them, I learned that the best seats in the house are at the bar. The nigiri and sashimi here are divine. They use the perfect amount of sauce and garnish with each dish. I highly recommend the salmon, yellowtail and scallop. The squid appetizer is also fantastic. This is a pricey place with old school tendencies, so come ready. read more
1 year ago
Food here is always worth the wait! I love getting the salmon rolls and nigiri. Something I don't see a lot of people talk about is the baked snow crab hand roll. It comes out hot and stuffed with crab! It can feel a bit tight at the bar depending on who you're sitting next to but I enjoy watching all the madness that goes down behind the bar/kitchen. I do wish the sushi chefs were a bit nicer. Most of them are great but a few of them can be moody. One in particular even rudely questioned whether or not we would be able to finish all the food we ordered. What does that matter? We're paying for the food and will take it to go. Meals here can easily top $300 for two but for the quality you get it still feels like the prices here are reasonable. I love Shibuya! read more
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9 months ago
This is my favorite sushi restaurant in LA and possibly the whole world. Always a long wait but definitely worth it! I recommend going with a smaller group bc the restaurant is small. Must get the spicy tuna crispy rice. I also always get the shibuya roll. Some other faves are the albacore w crispy onion, salmon nigiri (or any tbh), stuffed squid. I've never had something I didn't like though! read more
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Dined here this evening and it was a solid meal. However the cut rolls are lacking which is why I give it 4/5. They are an awkward size and rolled poorly. The crispy rice was very good and so was the yellowtail sushi. It was a good meal but I'd recommend sushi fumi over this for the same price point and inconvenience of getting seated. The tables are very close together so don't expect an intimate experience. read more
8 months ago
By far the best quality. Service And value Not pretty. But best quality Better than Kyoto. Best in the west. Coast Must try read more
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No Notes. Absolute Perfection. Shibuya Sushi Bar in Calabasas is the kind of place that reminds you why sushi is an art form. From the first bite to the last, everything was dialed in. flavor, texture, freshness, presentation. all elite! The albacore crispy onion sashimi is ridiculous. Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth albacore layered with just the right hit of ponzu and topped with crispy onions that add the perfect crunch. It's light, balanced, and dangerously addictive. The spicy lobster hand roll? Unreal. Chilled, tender lobster with a clean heat that builds without overpowering the sweetness. Wrapped in perfectly crisp nori and seasoned rice simple but executed flawlessly. The bluefin with the three-sauce sushi is a showstopper. The quality of the tuna speaks for itself rich, silky, luxurious and the trio of sauces complements instead of competes. Every bite tastes intentional. And the spicy tuna on crispy rice deserves its own standing ovation. The rice is golden and crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and the spicy tuna is fresh with just the right kick. Texture heaven. Service was attentive without hovering, the vibes are chill, relaxed, and every plate felt thoughtfully crafted. If you're anywhere near Calabasas and love high-level sushi, this is a must. Five stars. No notes. I'll be dreaming about that crispy rice. read more
1 year ago
The quality of the fish here is amazing! Their fish reminds me of the fish in Hawaii/Japan- its super fresh, buttery, and theres no fishy smell. I liked everything we got, but some highlights were: - spicy mayo: they add masago into it - garlic shrimp roll: unique and very garlicy - crispy rice with spicy tuna: you can really taste how quality of the fish Despite putting our names on the list at 5 on the dot, there were still people that put their names earlier. So, we waited ~2 hrs to get seated. I saw them cross out peoples names that weren't there when called, so just stay in the area. The place is very tight and small which explains why the wait is long; they can't seat too many at the same time. Customer service was quick and they're on a first name basis with everyone which is cool. If they weren't so far, I'd come here every week! read more
1 year ago
I'd never been to Calabasas, but I kept hearing Rick Lox and other food TikTokers rave about this place--and now I see why! Some of the best sushi I've ever had can be found here at Shibuya. No-frills ambiance, just excellent service and top-quality fish. Every piece of nigiri was a 10/10, and I can't wait to come back soon. read more
2 months ago
Wow! I've heard about Shibuya for years and have never been lucky enough with timing to get a table without waiting for so long! After getting lucky enough to eat here I see why. Not a lot of seating at all and you get cozy with your neighbors but well worth it! The food was some of the best food I have EVER had and that is saying a lot I go out to eat a lot! They were able to make the spicy tuna on crispy rice for me not spicy and it was delicious!! The toro melted in my mouth and was paired so beautifully with the sauce. Everything we ordered the quality of fish tasted like it had just been caught this morning!! read more
1 year ago
Once of my favorite sushi spots in the US. I came with my family to celebrate my dad's birthday. Upon arriving, we were greeted with a long line (despite being there an hour early) but it's always worth it. Once we got in, we were seated at a super cramped bar where everyone watched the chefs prepare our meals. No one minded the tightness because the food was so incredible. It was my gf's first time going and she said it was the best sushi she's ever had. read more
2 years ago
I along with a friend ordered the Spicy Tuna Roll, Stuffed Squid, and Red Crab Handroll. The spicy tuna roll was great and I had no complaints about it, it was simple yet tasty. The stuffed squid was surprisingly tender and had nice flavors as well. The red crab handroll however didn't live up to my expectations as it didn't have much depth of flavor to them. The ambiance was just okay and the room is a bit crowded. Service was good and fast! read more
I have a love/hate relationship with this place. The fish is great, the rolls are delicious - but the wait, the sitting on top of other people, the very mediocre service if you are not a celebrity or a daily regular - makes me not want to return. If you can, show up during the week at lunch time. There still may be a wait (albeit shorter than at dinner), but it will be worth it. The spicy tuna on crispy rice is famous here for good reason. When my absolute favorite sushi spot closed in Tarzana - Ichiban Kan, this was the closest I could get to the same types of rolls, flavors, and freshness. I do hate the hierarchy here though. You could have waited 2 hours for a table, and some D list celebrity will just walk right up and ask how long the wait is to be seated immediately. Once you do finally get seated - they'll smush you between people - adding chairs to an already full sushi bar so you are sitting awkwardly angled towards your party playing an arm dance with the person sitting next to you OR it'll be musical chairs and everyone in the whole restaurant has to stand up and move around so that you can physically reach your table. I know the whole shtick is being exclusive but most of the time the allure is not strong enough to get me to come back - there's better fish elsewhere. That being said it IS good food once you finally get the chance to eat it. Also - parking can be a nightmare in their lot read more
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4774 Park Granada
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Calabasas, CA 91302
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Ask the Community - Shibuya
How early can I show up to put our names down for dinner?
You can put your name down at lunch time for dinner. Or show up 30 mins early for dinner and put it down then
How busy does this place during weekday dinners (Wednesday)? Should I show up well before opening to put my name down for a group of 3?
I always try to get there 30-45min before opening time to get my name on the list. Wait times for tables are usually longer since they have like 4 tables that seat 3+ people. But if you're open to being seated at the bar then it might be faster.…
Is this place still open? I keep calling but no answer.
Yes they are open. In fact we had dinner there last night. The problem is that it is a small restaurant and very busy and takes no reservations. So you need to go and wait like everyone else. They recently sold the restaurant and have not changed…
Do they have gluten free soy sauce and wasabi?
I'm not sure, but I can find out. But...you could bring your own GF soy sauce...that's what I would do if I were you :-)
Is this an all you can eat place?
It is if you have a black card and don't care about the price
Are they open January 2nd?
They normally are open on Sunday but would suggest calling.
Are they open for lunch or dinner only?
They are open for both lunch and dinner but as usual be prepared to wait.
What time do they open for dinner? And are reservations being taken?
5pm dinner and no reservations
February 2021, is this restaurant open for take out?if it's open, how is an order placed? When I call voicemail says messages are full?
Yes, it's open. Just keep calling until they answer. Their voicemail full is basically their busy signal. It may take a while to get through, but I promise you will.... and it's worth the wait. Also, wait times to pickup your order can range…
Are they still closed for take-out? Posted May 15
They're open for takeout (9/3/2020)
What time can I add my name to waiting list for dinner?
Add your name to the list once you get to the restaurant. It's usually a really long wait especially if your party is big. But you can leave and come back when your table is ready. Trust me it's worth the wait. Best sushi place. Ever.
What is the process of getting in? I see people all outside and a clipboard? are there no reservations and first come first serve? How long is the wait for 2 usually on a Friday night? Is it better than Sugarfish across the street?
They do not take reservations. You have to put your name on the sign in sheet and it's first come, first serve.…
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