If you haven't been to Sonmari yet, you are seriously missing out. From the moment we walked in, the service was great--the check-in process was super smooth and the staff was so welcoming and nice. We started with the Miso Clam Chowder, and oh my god--it was so incredibly soft and smooth. It's the ultimate comfort starter. Then came the Hikkaridon, which was loaded with tuna, scallop, toro, and uni. Every bite was like butter; the fish is so high-quality and just melts in your mouth. For something a bit different, the Nori Bibim Soba is a must-order. It's super refreshing and light, which balanced out the richer fish perfectly. Pro tip: Do NOT skip the sake. They have a killer selection of premium craft sake. We tried the Yuzu and the Abe, and both were hits. They were so smooth after every bite of sashimi and really elevated the whole meal. We ended the night with the Monaka ice cream and Black Sesame Mont Blanc. It was the perfect crunchy, sweet note to end on. Everything about this place is 10/10. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Sushi they serve are very creative, beautiful and delicious. The way we hand roll them is also fun!! Also, workers there are very nice!! read more

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Ok my friends told me about Sonmari and I'm happy I tried it this past Sunday!! The food was very good and my glass of wine. I had the soar salmon rolls and blue tuna without rice. (Kito friendly) I also adore the patron gets to put the roll into seaweed wraps, which is unique!! It was very good and 5/5 for me. Their sushi is very fresh and tasty! The ambiance is cute but it's not too big inside . Very modern and nice decor inside. Also, they have a good menu with food and drinks. This place is quite expensive in my mind!! Our bill was pretty pricy once the tab came. I will come back here to try ! 5/5 for md and great customer service! Someone checked on us the entire time! Love that! ~Marshay D. read more

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huge handrolls and actually good! they had a banh mi one with yellowtail and pickled toppings and was actually rly good. saw tht they had a 5 handroll set for lunch that i would love to go back for read more

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I would give this place way more than just 5 stars because this was easily one of the most unique and interactive hand roll experiences we've ever been to in LA! This place is pure wow factor from start to finish and we genuinely can't get over how good every single dish was!! The open faced hand roll concept is genius because the stick that holds the sushi keeps the nori crispy. We tried a wide variety of their handrolls from salmon, blue crab, yellowtail, okonomiyaki, banh mi, sae woo jang, and scallop. Not only do they have such a wide variety, but each were all uniquely and beautifully presented. Everything tasted so fresh and the flavors in each were perfectly balanced! Although all the handrolls were amazing, the hikari don is definitely a must order on your visit here! It was so addicting and even though we were already full we still couldn't stop going back for more. It's one of those dishes you keep thinking about even after you leave and easily worth every single penny. We also tried a variety of appetizers, which was a nice change in texture. The uni toast had a generous amount of uni that was so buttery! The bibim soba noodles were light and refreshing and such a good contrast to the richness of everything else. It's so so rare nowadays to come across a restaurant thats unique and hits every mark of being perfect! Every single dish was handcrafted intentionally and the service was amazing! The ambiance and interior is clean and modern and tastefully designed making it perfect for both special occasions and casual nights out. read more

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Really tasty handrolls! The fish is nice and thick cut and the flavors are great. My favorite was the salmon hand roll - it had a delicious sauce and a nice sear. The server was nice and explained the menu to us as it was our first time here. Parking can be found on the side streets in plethora! read more

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There's a pretty good reason why this place is rated so highly. Came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch with no wait and then also Sunday evening with reservations. Everything was tasting so fresh and of high quality. As a first timer, I would recommend going for the Lunch special (sonmari set) as it provides all the basics that you would want to try at a good price point. Then once you come for lunch, go for dinner as the menu expands and there even more offerings. Highly recommend the hikari-don as there is a decent amount of good quality fish in it plus the carbs which provides a balance to the fatty fish and a satisfying bite. After trying all the sonmaris, all are great though if I had to choose my least favorite, it would be the Bahn-mi. The pairing wasn't as much too my liking especially when compared to the other offerings. Overall, the head chef has trained at Michelin starred restaurants along with a great team. They provide an excellent dining experience and an outstanding take on handrolls ensuring thst each piece of seaweed is crisp and that the fish is tasty. For a small menu and quick to go experience, Temaki Society in DTLA is a great option but for the full on experience, I would recommend Sonmari. Definitely would recommend this place. read more

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5 stars for our first visit which was lunch, 4 stars for our second visit which was dinner. The service upon our first visit was excellent, second visit was a bit amateur. No knowledge of the sakes they served, and overall a bit sloppy and inattentive. We also preferred the food items that we tried during lunch. Hand rolls are all solid. Favorites were the seared salmon and the hambagu, both 5 stars. The crispy rice spice tuna was also solid and tasty. Miso clam chowder was really good, 4 stars. The GAMJA-JEON (which is like a little potato pancake) was beautifully presented but lacked a bit of flavor, 3 stars. Ambiance is beautiful, I definitely prefer eating inside at a table or by the sushi bar. I feel like since this spot is new the service will be more consistent but you just can't beat these fun hand rolls here and I'll definitely be back. read more

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NOTE: Dined in on 4/9/26. Can be tough to find parking around this area, but we got lucky with a spot nearby. When I heard that the team behind Temaki Society was opening up a dedicated non-shared space restaurant, I was ecstatic. They make some of the best handrolls you can find ANYWHERE (especially the seared salmon) and this expanded space allows them to also flex an expanded menu! They took over the former Omakase by Osen space and it is largely unchanged. While it's a busy stretch of Sunset, it's actually reasonably quiet inside and if you sit in the patio area, they can choose to either open it up for some semi-al fresco dining or keep in closed depending on the weather. Going to apologize that I didn't take photos of the seared salmon handroll nor did I take photos of the spicy tuna crispy rice, but I'll touch upon them briefly in the written review: Seared salmon handroll - Unfortunately, not as good as the version at Temaki Society. I feel like the chili crunch flavor is muted and the sear on our handroll was insufficient (maybe just a little off this time). Ideally, you want to be able to taste the slight garlicky spice from the chili crunch and enjoy the difference in texture. And you want the salmon to melt in your mouth by being seared just enough, but it was still almost completely raw. Would definitely help if I had taken a photo to showcase what I mean. Spicy tuna crispy rice - A fairly standard interpretation of this dish, but prepared super well. Checks all the boxes with spicy tuna, avocado, a slice of jalapeno, a little bit of sauce underneath, with rice cooked perfectly, and it was still hot. It's rather large and the price reflects that for the two big pieces you get. They're pretty much the same size as a handroll each. Really appreciate how good the rice was and how it didn't gum up in my teeth. Okonomiyaki shrimp - panko fried shrimp, okonomi sauce, and bonito flakes. This tastes exactly like you would expect! I don't think there's too much to say about it. It's crunchy, the sauce + mayo mixture complements the batter + plump shrimp well. Hambagu - While this was good, I think it's a little much to be charging more for this than the seared salmon handroll, for 3 bites of hamburger, caramelized onions, cucumber, and thousand island on top of rice and nori. I probably wouldn't order it again. Hikari-don - while expensive, this has tuna (seemed like chutoro aka medium fatty bluefin tuna), takuan, ikura, sweet shrimp, and uni and comes with nori on the side for you to make your own little handrolls. You can even ask for more nori if you run out (we did). The rice is perfect, just like the rice from the handrolls, and all the ingredients work well together. Really rich and decadent if you throw in bits of the tuna and uni together. Easily the best item here, but you're paying a premium for it! Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Sonmari and I'd come back to try other items, but I can't say I was pleased with everything I tried... mostly due to the value proposition. Some of the items are quite expensive for what they are. Still highly recommend giving it a shot, but maybe stick to going to Temaki Society if you're looking for the best version of the seared salmon handroll. read more

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What a great handroll spot with delicious clam miso soup. The unagi handroll was super delicious and better than the crab handroll. The seafood bowl is also very fresh but has lots of ikura and pickled vegetables which personally aren't my favorite. Service was fast and very friendly. The ambience is nice and simple like a good no frill handroll spot. The yuzu sorbet is also a great way to finish the meal! read more

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Known for their SONMARI, DIY way, which I find is preferred over the original way of serving already wrapped and brought out to the table. Each hand roll is served on a thin wooden spatula and side of crisp seaweed sheet to wrap it yourself at the table. Very easy to do-place the seaweed in your left hand. Then place the spatula on the seaweed. Gently roll the sides of the seaweed around the spatula creating a boat. Then pinch the sides (the sushi rice body) as you pull the spatula out leaving the rice and sushi on the seaweed. This keeps the seaweed crisp and crunchy until ready to eat. I absolutely love this ! Tried five different rolls, and the Banh-Mi, chili yellowtail and CUT were my favorites -Banh-Mi: albacore with Serrano, cilantro, garlic and ponzu - Chili Yellowtail: yellowtail with Serrano, cilantro, and ponzu - CUT: tuna, uni, and cavier. The Italian sub of the sushi world - Seared salmon: simple seared salmon with light smoky flavor - Bluefin tuna: tasted like a tuna salad with avocado. My least favorite. Would skip this one next time. Also ordered the limited Uni toast which is served on a light toast and poached egg yolk with four generous servings of Uni and chive. Good m, but honestly would probably order another CUT SONMARI instead next time. Great place for lunch and light dinner. Coming back again for sure. read more

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I came here with my husband to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We walked in on a Saturday night and only waiting 20ish minutes for a table. They do take reservations and would recommend if you have a larger party. We ordered the miso clam chowder, crispy rice and sonmari hand rolls. The waitress was very nice and explained the menu to us. The chef is French trained which is why some of appetizers are have a fusion of French inspiration. The miso clam chowder (9/10) was yummy and had lots of clams in it! The crispy rice (9/10) had a lot of spicy tuna on it! It was flavorful and l liked the crispy rice. Our favorite was the sonmari interactive hand rolls. I got the bahn mi, seared salmon, unagi gochujang, and blue crab with avocado. I liked the concept of making your hand rolls when you're ready so the seaweed doesn't get soggy. My favorites in order: 1. Seared salmon (100/10) - flavorful and caught us by surprise how good it was. There was a creamy, umami sauce on top 2. Bahn mi (9.5/10) - I believe it it was yellow tail with sauce 3. Unagi Gochujang (9.5/10) - the eel was very soft and tender and had a nice sweetness with the gochujang 4. Salmon (9/10) - very fresh and had a nice creamy sauce 5. Spicy tuna (8/10) - nice spicy kick 6. Blue crab (5/10)- it was a bit fishy, would skip next time Overall the food and service was amazing! Our waitress gave us a yuzu sorbet to celebrate our anniversary. The sorbet is made in house by true chefs. It was very refreshing and had a nice yuzu flavor that was not tart. It was the perfect finisher for our dinner. Would definitely come back again! Great date night spot. read more

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If you're reading this, you're clearly in for some sushi. This place is an absolute must-visit. Everything we ordered was top tier, but the lunch sushi combo and the Sonmari set are 100% the way to go. The uni was incredibly fresh and rich, and the saewoo-jang was perfectly marinated. For real some of the best bites I've had in a long time. The Sonmari (hand rolls) were hands down the best I've had to date. They're packed with flavor and super generous with the toppings, which makes every bite worth it. Plus, they're fun to eat. You can tell the chef puts a lot of care into every piece because everything is prepared thoughtfully right in front of you (if you sit at the bar). Service was just as impressive. Kevin took great care of us. We sat inside in the AC and it felt very nice. Definitely coming back. Highly recommend! read more

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Just found the best Japanese restaurant that we will be returning back to time and time again. For lunch they do hand roll sets, these hand rolls are massive, and I definitely recommend sharing. The seared salmon hand roll was my favorite, there is this sweet crispy chili oil that's inside that makes the hand roll. The Uni toast is so good, and I definitely think you should give it a try at least once. The jammy yolk inside is absolute perfection. The sober noodles are really fresh, to me. It tastes like it has a little bit of a green tea underlying flavor. And saving the best for last, the Hikari - don is absolutely incredible. It comes with Toro, sweet shrimp scallops Uni, negitoro, ikura, and every single bite is packed with flavor. The service is so nice here, they have a nice covered outdoor patio, sushi bar, and indoor space. Food comes out at a really nice pace as well. Street parking only in the area. read more

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Street parking is a bit of a mission but the spot is solid. Drink: Well-curated selection but definitely on the pricier side per glass especially wine! Needs more head on the pour *draft beer* The Food: * Miso Clam Chowder: Absolute banger. Don't skip. * Uni Toast: Fire, though the cheese flavor is pretty loud. * Handrolls: The Banh Mi roll is the MVP here--super unique. Salmon quality was top-tier. Everything else was pretty much what you'd expect. * Special Chawanmushi: Basically a "throw everything delicious in" situation. It hits. Overall: Great quality and cool vibes. Perfect for a quick and delicious bites ! Young Korean server was so kind and friendly ! read more

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Stumbled upon this spot after seeing it on an Instagram reel or something and decided to give it a try since I was nearby and fasting from a recent doctor's appointment. Parking sucks, but you might be able to get lucky with street parking nearby on Golden Gate Ave. Do be aware that they close for two hours (3-5pm) in between lunch and dinner so time your visit wisely. I managed to squeeze in before lunch ended and was able to get a seat easily. I ended up getting a few things since I was starving including the serrano hamachi, Sonmari mori combo (5 piece), nori bibim soba, and seafood chawanmushi to finish off the meal. The serrano hamachi was super buttery and amazing. It almost felt like I was eating otoro and the diced serrano peppers were a nice touch. As for the star of the show, the Sonmari mori combo was awesome and very aesthetic. Taste was also on point and did not disappoint. It's a very unique concept of sliding the maki roll onto small sheets of nori to build your own handrolls. Be sure to add a dab of wasabi on each roll for a little kick and have some ginger between each roll to cleanse your palate before the next roll. Definitely adds to the experience and makes it fun to eat. The nori bibim soba was pretty good and refreshing, although I felt like it was missing some umami since it was mainly veggie based. As for the seafood chawanmushi, it was awesome with bits of crab, uni, and plenty of ikura. Very tasty and worth the wait since it does take a little time to prepare. Overall, staff was friendly and service was great. I also chatted with some of the chefs and it was cool hearing about the restaurant concept as well as hearing about their other spot, Temaki Society in DTLA. While I have yet to visit that one, I'll definitely bookmark it for next time. Highly recommend if you're on a temaki roll arc and have already tried the usuals like Kazunori and Yunomi. read more

My friends and I were craving handrolls so we wanted to check out this new spot in LA. It's really cool that they give you the handroll on a stick with seaweed on the side so you can eat at your own pace and the seaweed stays crispy. That being said, the handrolls themselves were only okay. The chili yellowtail came out as one whole chunk of fish and I wished they had chopped it up into pieces like some of the other ones because the texture of the fish fits better when it's chopped up. The soy marinated shrimp was my favorite because of how unique it was. Other than that, the handrolls were good but didn't stand out too much. Our food came out decently fast and the servers were pretty nice. This is a nice place to stop by for dinner in Silver Lake! read more

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My boyfriend had a reservation for 7:15 but at 7:32 we still hadn't been seated. As a hungry and impatient group, we were very close to leaving to find a place with faster service, but I am so grateful we didn't!! Everything I tried was unbelievably fresh, meaty, and flavorful. Our table got quite a few things but the standouts to me were the Serrano Hamachi, the Chili Yellowtail, and the Unagi Gochujang. I think the Unagi Gochujang is a must get; I ordered one of these when I knew I was already full because it was so good. The seared salmon was great too! This is another must get. Really friendly and attentive service. I'll be back for sure. read more

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A fancier temaki society since well ... it's their sister restaurant (didn't realize this till after eating here lol). Street parking is never fun in Silver Lake, but was able to find a spot across the street. Had an rsvp and was sat immediately. Vibes are first time date-ish. Ordered a few side dishes (crispy rice, Serrano hamachi, and eventually a mul-hwe) and a couple rolls (seared salmon, chili yellowtail, crab, and an uni roll). Side dishes came out first - crispy rice and Serrano hamachi were on point and as expected, crispy tuna-y goodness and saucy fish a hint of spice. Next came the rolls ... however I was told that they ran out of uni - which was sad cuz I was really looking forward to it. Ended up ordering the mul-hwe instead, which was fine. Was really craving uni though. The rolls were pretty good - you get the nori separately so it stays crispy. The descriptors of the rolls are exactly what it is - it's all pretty good stuff. Sadly - no uni roll. Will probably end up coming again - but for now, 4 stars since I was gutted and was told a bit late they were out of it. read more

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My friend and I visited on a Saturday night. When you walk in, there's a waiting area followed by the host stand. The host asked if we had a reservation, and since we didn't, he let us know the next available table would be in about an hour. Our server was kind and shared some of the most popular menu items with us. We started with the crispy rice (two pieces) which was good! We then ordered a variety of hand rolls and they were all fresh and delicious! I tried the chili yellowtail, salmon, and blue crab. When the hand rolls arrived, the staff explained how to prepare them (and there are instructions on the table as well) which was helpful. For dessert, we had the Monaka with green tea ice cream and red bean. They also offer yuzu sorbet and black sesame Mont Blanc. It's a small space and it's getting popular so I recommend making a reservation in advance. Parking can be challenging since it's a busy area for dinner and drinks. We got lucky and found a meter across the street (2 hour parking from 8am-8pm). read more

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Came here with my fiancé for Valentine's Day and it absolutely did not disappoint! We ordered the popular uni toast and WOW! The uni was insanely fresh and buttery, and the toast was perfectly golden and crispy. I loved that they serve the nori separately so it stays nice and crisp. Such a thoughtful touch that really elevates the experience. We also tried the tuna tako, seared salmon, chili yellowtail, CUT, unagi gochujang, saewoo-jang, and blue crab! Every single bite was delicious and super fresh. You can really taste the quality of the fish. Service was amazing too. The staff took the time to thoroughly explain the menu and even guided us on the best way to enjoy their handrolls, which made the whole experience feel welcoming and special. Parking can be a little tricky. We went on a Sunday night and got lucky, but I can imagine Fridays and Saturdays being tougher. I'd recommend arriving a bit early if you have a reservation. Overall, such a great vibe and an even better experience. Highly recommend checking this place out. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Let me start off by saying that I fell in love with the handrolls from Temaki Society, so when I found out they opened a legit restaurant.. I was floored to say that least! Only bummer is that it is in Echo Park which means parking is not the easiest (and honestly the only reason why it took me so long to finally dine here). There is a valet lot ($15-20) across the street so that helped with our lunch dining experience. We were seated at the bar and it was awesome to watch all the action unfold. We started with the Yuzu sake (AMAZING) and a glass of the German Sparkling wine (Hild) both of which were super refreshing! Highly recommend. We ordered: Uni Toast - Super yummy and what you would expect, though the cream sauce was to die for. Red Snapper Sashimi - Super fresh and delish Temaki Mori (Lunch Combo) - Relived my yummy Temaki Society days Sonmari Set (Lunch Combo) - So tasty The service was wonderful and the staff was so accommodating when we accidentally spilled our complimentary miso soup. Special shout out to the Chef/Owner who was so kind and hospitable. He gave us complimentary Banh Mi hand rolls (his favorite) and Yuzu sorbet. While this roll didn't taste like a Banh Mi to me, it was super delish and fresh. I will definitely order it the next time I visit! Lastly, the yuzu sorbet was so refreshing and the perfect ending to the meal. So grateful I finally got to visit and happy they have an expanded the menu with a beautiful restaurant. read more

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This place is owned by Temaki Society and used to be Omakase by Osen. I think it is already doing way better than Osen. Food: The handrolls really shine here. Whoever created them let the quality of the fish shine through without being overzealous with garnish. The only one I didn't prefer was the Banh Mi. I would come back just for the handrolls! The seaweed was the crispest I've ever had and the stick presentation made it easy and flawless. Uni toast was good but honestly just tasted like rich cheese toast? Crispy rice was perfectly double fried with fresh fish. Service: Prompt & friendly. Ambiance: Interesting. Both the outside patio and inside of the restaurant were kept at a pretty chilly temperature and the random pop music was so quiet you could hear people's voices so it sounded quiet but also echo-y on the night we went. read more

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Came to celebrate my birthday here and it was fantastic. It's a new restaurant owned by Chef Hoon Kang who is also the owner of Temaki Society, so you know for sure that the quality, love, and creativity is there. It's located in the hipsterish area in Silverlake right across from Milly's Cafe. We made reservations on OpenTable and were able to get bar seatings to see the famous chef in his motion. We ordered 2 of the Sonmari (5pc) hand roll set which consist of Seared Salmon, Chili Yellowtail, Salmon, Scallop, & Spicy Tuna. For only $39, it was totally worth it because the quality of the fish is good, flavors are creative and yummy, and the portion is huge. I don't like spicy tuna, but this spicy tuna was freaking bomb and it's actually spicy! My favorite hand roll is probably the scallop. It's creamy and tastes buttery. Uni toast was also delicious and a game changer! I ate that shit up in two bites, lol. The Uni was not fishy nor salty, just lots of umami. Theres an egg squashed between the crispy toast. It's limited and it cost $29 for one piece. For first timers, you gotta try it. Chef Kang even gave us a complimentary dish to try since it was my birthday. He knows what's up. Eat like a boss! I prefer Sonmari waaaay better to KazuNori and Rol Hand Bar by Kei Concepts. It's a little bit pricey, but remember the experience you paying for alright. The staff were friendly and helpful as well and always refilled our water and napkins. The whole time was a trip and we got tipsy off from the Kikusui and Sapporo. The vibes were good and the whole place was clean. People come here for a good time! read more

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Had a great dinner experience here. Parking was actually super easy, came on a Friday night around 5:30pm and there were plenty of free street parking. Made a reservation and was seated right away. We ordered the Crispy Rice and a couple of the Sonmari's. All were really delicious and a hefty size. My favorites were probably the Chili Yellowtail, Salmon and Scallop. Service was also really sweet and quick with the entire process. Was also celebrating a birthday and was gifted a Black Sesame Mont Blanc! Had an amazing time, will definitely be back. Thank you! read more

Sonmari - Sonmari: Salmon, Seared Salmon, Chili Yellowtail, Unagi Gochujang and Scallop - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We loved our experience at Sonmari. The moody interior and romantic vibes make it a great option for girls night or date night. The food is Korean and Japanese-inspired, and we enjoyed every single bite of the evening. STARTERS - Gamjajeon: A modern upscale take on a crispy potato pancake. I really enjoyed the caviar topping. - Miso clam chowder: The miso flavor is subtle, but apparent, and I love the Maine style chowder with the thinner creamy broth. - Nori soba: This cold appetizer was a refreshing palate cleanser. SONMARI (hand rolls) - Seared salmon - Tuna taku - Blue crab (husband's fave) - Chili yellowtail (my personal fave) - Saewoo-jang: soy-marinated shrimp The citrusy yuzu sorbet was the perfect way to round out the meal. The hostess and servers were very friendly. Parking is tricky, but we found a spot in a nearby neighborhood. We did a walk-in for a Saturday dinner and got seated in about 10 minutes. I recommend making a reservation if possible. I would definitely return when I'm in the area. read more

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From the same owner of Temaki Society, Sonmari is an asian-fusion handroll spot, and I would highly recommend. From the service to the presentation to the quality of fish, I was wowed. I would recommend the Miso Clam Chowder, Shiro Hana (Red Snapper), and of course the hand rolls (specifically the Banh Mi & Seared Salmon). You really can't go wrong here, though. The Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice and Gamja-jeon (potato pancake) stood out to me the least although still delicious. Also, don't sleep on their drinks! I loved the Perle (sake & white wine mix). SO light and refreshing and gave me a nice buzz without it tasting like strong alcohol. read more

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Came here for dinner and tried a variety of handrolls and small plates. The presentation was definitely one of the highlights ! several of the sushi pieces were served on wooden paddles which made the plating feel a little more unique than your typical sushi spot. We ordered quite a few items including the miso clam chowder, crispy rice, and a range of handrolls. The C.U.T. handroll and the seared salmon handroll were the BEST ! The seared salmon had a really nice texture and flavor, and the C.U.T. handroll was well balanced and satisfying. The crispy rice added a nice contrast in texture and worked well with the toppings. Overall the fish tasted fresh and the handroll selection offered a good amount of variety. Service was amazing and the restaurant had a relaxed atmosphere that made it easy to enjoy the meal. Overall, Sonmari is a solid spot if you're looking for handrolls and fresh sushi with a slightly more creative presentation. read more

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Honestly everything was just mediocre. They have a sister restaurant in the downtown location and honestly that one has the same fish quality for cheaper and its a better lunch/ more casual restaurant than here. Things felt overpriced and I felt that some of the fish, including the scallop was a bit fishy tasting. The concept of the seaweed staying crisp because you make your own hand. Roll is interesting but beyond that I wouldn't say there's anything special about this restaurant. I'd much rather go to yunomi or other handroll spots. read more

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Came here for Uni toast but I ended up liking Hikari Don more than the toast. Even though they were not able to take the tuna out of my rice bowl, the rice, sauce, takuan, and everything else blended and flavored very nice together. All ingredients were fresh and well seasoned. Service was nice and attentive. Parking was a bit challenging. read more

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I came here for dinner tonight with a friend. I liked the small salad; it was very fresh, and the dressing was great. The crispy rice was amazing, the best dish we ordered! We each got the tuna taku and chilli yellowtail, which you put in seaweed and eat like a hand roll. They were alright, nothing out of this world, and it's what they are known for. The tuna taku was fishy, but the yellowtail wasn't. My friend also got the spicy tuna one, which she liked a lot! I left hungry, and it wasn't worth $45 each. It's good for a quick appetizer! Parking is also very tough in this area and the service was kind of slow! read more

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We decided to come here on a Saturday night and really enjoyed the food here. It's not a huge place, but it wasn't too busy so we felt like we had some privacy. For drinks we ordered the sunset espresso and yuzu tsunami. Both were on the sweeter side but not bad. Sonmari is known for their hand rolls, served fresh with seaweed on the side. It was actually so brilliant because the seaweed stayed so crispy since you're sliding the filling in right before you eat. We tried the seared salmon, chili yellowtail, and spicy tuna. All were delicious, insanely fresh, and so well seasoned - you don't need any soy sauce. The real stars of Sonmari are the small bites. We ordered the miso clam chowder, crispy rice, maguro monaka, and uni toast with truffle. These blew me away!! I have tried uni on several occasions and have never cared for it. I had just accepted that it wasn't for me. The uni here was the best I've ever had, hands down. The miso clam clowder was delicious, light, and not as thick as your traditional clam chowder. The miso gave it some saltiness and umami that was really delicious. The crispy rice was fantastic - crispy and the tuna had the perfect amount of spice. The maguro monaka was out of this world - the uni, caviar, and tuna just melt in your mouth. Lastly, the uni toast was unexpectedly delicious, almost like a fancier, more umami, elevated buttered toast. I personally could've done without the egg yolk but the uni was like salted butter - creamy, salty, and just delicious. We also had the black sesame Mont Blanc which was unique but a great way to end the meal. The service was great here, and all our food came out fairly quickly. Our reservation was at 8:45 pm and we were out by 9:30 pm and really enjoyed our time. We'll definitely be back! read more

We were in the area and saw this place had a perfect yelp rating so we popped in. First impressions: Intimate space, wide menu selections, and incredible wait staff. Menu was extensive for a handroll bar which I liked and the starters here truly shine and speak for themselves, specifically the uni toast and shiro hana. This place has a particular way they recommend you enjoy your food, you slide on your filling on the nori to maintain its crispness! My favorite handrolls include the uni, blue crab, and yellowtail. The uni quality here is insanely good, better than some higher end restaurants I've been to so definitely try anything uni related when you're here. Parking is street, so try your luck and we came in with no reservation which didn't cause any issues! read more

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Pleasantly surprised by this new Korean sushi place that opened in silver lake. Lately I feel like newer sushi places have been trending for aesthetics or vibes, but this place has the taste and quality to back up the hype. Favorite item was the Hikari don. I can easily eat 3 of these by myself. Tied for favorite was the shiro hana red snapper. Perfect balance of tasting fatty but still having good texture. Next favorite was the shrimp sonmari adapted from a soy raw marinated Korean dish. The service was a tad slow but totally fine. Will definitely be coming back. read more

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One of the best sushi in sliver lake! Their atmosphere is perfect for dating and their sushi is very fresh, esp their uni! Very tasty and their drinks are very good too! Must order their uni sushi! read more

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I had such a great experience here! The sushi was absolutely delicious -- everything tasted incredibly fresh, and you can really tell there's a lot of creativity behind each dish. The presentation was also super cute and thoughtfully done, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. What really stood out to me was the service. From the chefs to the staff, everyone was genuinely kind and welcoming, which made us feel very comfortable throughout the night. One highlight I didn't expect was their drink selection. Whoever curates their sake (or drinks menu) has amazing taste -- honestly some of the best I've had at a sushi spot at this price point. I came here with a friend and we had such a fun, memorable evening. Definitely a place I'd come back to! read more

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Awesome vibe, awesome customer service, and awesome food. First time here and this place DID NOT disappoint! All the foods we ordered were delicious and only if I lived closer I probably would stop by every week. We had the miso clamp chowder, nori bibim soba, Serrano hamachi, *UNI TOAST* (drool~), C.U.T. ( drool~) and to end the night the green tea ice cream. Sadly I don't remember the 2 servers names so I cant give them a shout out but I'm sure all staff are excellent! Will go back! read more

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Don't walk! Run! Food, service & setting - so incredibly cool! I sat at the bar, chatted with the amazing Chefs & thoroughly enjoyed a few signature dishes: Uni Toast, Mul-hwe, Handrolls (as a matter of fact 4 and would have had even more but my tummy said ("thanks but I have no more room for all this deliciousness"). HRs: seared salmon (wish I had two right now), Saewoo-jang, banh-mi, chili yellowtail ALL craveable !!! And a the lime yuzu sorbet - you must try! Your palette will thank you!!! read more

Sonmari - Hand roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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i really loved the handrolls here and how there were so many unique options to choose from. my favorites were the unagi gochujang, seared salmon and okonomoyaki shrimp. if you're a fan of uni, i highly recommend trying the uni toast read more

Sonmari - unagi and okonomoyaki shrimp - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Wow. What a wonderful dinner. I was in town for work and decided to visit this new spot. I guess they've only been open for a month but you wouldn't know it. This is a Korean handroll restaurant that blends what you might expect from a Japanese hand roll restaurant with Korean flavors and seasonings. I started off with the Dak Gungjung, spicy, crispy chicken with a really nice sweet glaze. It was juicy and flavorful. A bit much for one person but managed to eat it all. :) perfect to share. For the rolls, you make them yourself, putting the little planks the filling comes served on into the gim (seaweed) and wrap it up yourself. It keeps the seaweed from getting soggy. I got four, as I was pretty hungry. Spicy tuna, unagi gochujang, seared salmon, and chili yellowtail. They were all delicious but the salmon was unreal. Highly recommended. Service was prompt and the food was fresh and hot. My only "complaint" is that dinner is so efficient it was over too quickly. Very sensible prices for quality seafood, too. Vibe is chill, with downtempo jazz playing. Nice ambiance. Not too pretentious, not too casual. You could definitely come here for a quick date. read more

Sonmari - Dak Gangjung - Sushi Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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