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    SUGARFISH | Pasadena

    4.1 (1.8k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Emily W.

    My party of 4 walked in and were seated right away on a Thursday evening. We all did the Trust Me set. I was able to sub out the crab hand roll for a salmon hand roll. My favorites in the set were the tuna and chutoro sashimi, salmon sushi, and toro hand roll. One thing was that the rice was pretty hot which warmed up the sashimi. I've had Sugarfish in the past and the rice was never this hot before. I definitely prefer a more room temperature rice that keeps the sashimi cooler. Overall fun experience though and service was great. Would come back!

    Trina D.

    Sugarfish has been an LA institution since they burst onto the scene a decade ago. This Pasadena location just happened to be nearby and we decided to pop in for a late lunch after visiting the Norton Simon Museum. We parked on a side street but they have parking at the Commons structure and validate too. We walked in and asked for seating for 2 and were shown to the bar. No problem with us. We ordered the Trust Me and Trust Me Lite options, plus one order of unagi nigiri. I also ordered the sustainable sparkling water, which happened to be soda water from their soda dispenser. We were handed plates of edamame which was served cold. My husband is not a fan of soybeans so more for me. Our first plate of tuna and chutoro shashimi was the perfect start to our meal. Then came out the nigiri in rapid succession: tuna, yellowtail, salmon, sea bream, etc. The toro handroll was tasty. His blue crab handroll came out around the same time as my unagi, which was perfect. We loved that the rice was warm and that the fish was thickly sliced. The fish was so fresh! We enjoyed it immensely. Lunch was on my boss since I received a On Me gift card from the company and Sugarfish just happens to be one of the locations listed as a restaurant that accepts it. We had a lovely lunch and went in search of dessert. This location of Sugarfish is located in the Commons near Williams Sonoma in Pasadena.

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    May W.

    The Nozawa Trust Me, easily really filling for those that usually eat a lot. Edamame: very standard, lightly cold, lightly salted. Tuna and Chutoro Sashimi: soft paired with soysauce Albacore Sushi, ponzu with chives: My favorite between the three options. Soft and buttery. Salmon Sushi: Fresh and soft. New Zealand Sea Bream Sushi, citrus salt: Little tough and texture is like shrimp. Toro Hand Roll: Warm, seaweed fresh but not crispy. Bluefin Otoro Sushi: Buttery and so so soft. Japanese Yellowtail Sushi, lemon: buttery as well and refreshing tang with lemon. Hirame Sushi, yuzu ponzu: was a bit drenched with ponzu so it was slightly salty and sour than usual. Blue and Dungeness crab hand roll: texture is more like canned tuna.

    Will M.

    I can't believe I haven't written a review for this location yet. I've been eating Sugarfish for years and the Pasadena one is easily my most visited. Came by on a Wednesday around 8:30pm and there was no wait. The hostess was super friendly and the service was excellent as you'd expect here. We ordered the Trust Me and the Nozawa. Since each nigiri comes with two pieces, me and my girl usually just share both sets so we get a bigger variety. Some standouts for me were the salmon with konbu, the pink lobster, and the anago eel, but honestly every piece was solid. This place is just very consistent and that's why I keep coming back. I recently went to the La Brea location and felt it was a bit lacking, but the Pasadena spot has always been reliable for me. If you've been to Sugarfish you already know what you're getting, clean simple sushi done well every time. Also don't forget to fill out the birthday card at the end. After two check ins you get a free birthday meal which is a nice perk. Overall I love this location and will definitely be back soon.

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    Moe N.

    Ordered pick up for Mother's Day, 5 to go orders for about $230. 1st the online order showed 55 minutes then 75 minutes for p/u time when we put the order in at 5. I arrived there at 6:27, walked in and was told it's not ready "maybe another 10-15 minutes. I literally had to wait there until 7 p.m to finally get the food. I had to pay for garage parking because the food wasn't ready when it was supposed to be and I believe the food was just sitting somewhere and forgotten in middle of all the chaos that was going on in the front area. I drove 11 minutes door to door back to the house and the sushi and sashimi were stale as if it was sitting for half hour or more. Used to be a good place to eat, sorry it's gone down so bad

    Ordered through Postmates - this is right when I opened my box to see my food. The presentation
    Nicole C.

    I had Sugarfish delivered and it was delicious. While I prefer dining in to enjoy the warm rice and fresh nori hand rolls, their delivery has been consistently solid and always hits the spot. I ordered the albacore sushi with green onions and ponzu sauce, a few orders of the fresh salmon sushi with toasted sesame, and a lobster cut roll served with soy sauce and wasabi. The albacore with green onions, ponzu, and fresh lemon was perfectly balanced. The salmon with toasted sesame and soy is my favorite here; it's so simple and absolutely delicious. Feels yummy in my body. And the lobster cut roll was a treat with its natural buttery richness. What keeps me coming back is the attention to detail. Sugarfish knows how to pair simple, quality ingredients for a totally awesome experience. The fish is excellent, and I love the clean cuts and texture of the fish along with the flavor. Everything just works together beautifully

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    Michelle T.

    Visited on a weekday evening and there was a small wait. We tried the The Nozawa Trust Me $40 and the Don't Think. Just Eat. $60. Both menus were very good! It is very dark in the restaurant and limited seats. Staff were knowledgeable and friendly. If you fill out the card and visit 2x before your bday you can get a free meal on your bday! There is a mandatory service fee. There is parking validation.

    Julie Y.

    This was my first time at this location & the ambiance is much smaller than the other locations I've been to. Luckily, the 3 of us didn't have to wait so long. I ordered the "trust me" which is what I usually order & the price is very reasonable. The quality of fish is always fresh & the rice to fish ratio is small & perfect. I like that they serve their rice warm. I love their hand-roll. The seaweed is crisp & crunchy when you bite into their roll. It's never soggy like some of the other places I've tried. Service was great.

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    Ria P.

    Trust me, you'll love this place. Haha get it. Anyways I first came here in January of 2023 and have a ritual of coming basically once a month with my best friend and sometimes I stop in more or get it to go! The warm rice and quality of the fish is unbeatable for this price in my opinion. The sushi is just good quality fish and no crazy sauces or rolls made, which honestly is why the meal feels so light and filling in a great way. I do wish you could make reservations though, but you know thankfully I'm not opposed to getting early dinner at 5 pm to not wait and thankfully the soulcycle is right next to it so you can plan it right! My personal go to order that I've gotten more times than I can count is salmon nigiri, unagi nigiri, and a yellowtail cut roll with a hot green tea!

    Judy K.

    Enjoyed our meal at the restaurant. We ordered the Nozawa Trust Me and the Trust Me set ! Love how the rice is warm and everything was so tasty and fresh ! The little complex is cute . It is a super small restaurant and we went right when they opened at 11:30 and there was already a line but we got seated right away. They also validate parking .

    Natalia O.

    Let's talk about the best stuff... the food. 11/10... the "trust me" dinner option offers a wide variety of fish that are all incredibly fresh and tasty. Plates come out one by one which is helpful for digestion and making room for more (lol) So why 3 stars? Because we waited over an hour on a Thursday evening after we were told it'd be a 15 min wait. Fine.. but the hostess mentioned many tables had closed their check and were chatting.. also fine, I do that often. But at an establishment that does not offer reservations, not capping time at the table means no one will be sat in a timely fashion. We had to ask her for updates at least 3 times. Next time I rather be told up front the wait will be an hour, not 15 min.

    Blue and Dungeness Crab Hand Roll
    Kelli D.

    I have come here twice in the past month. This has been in my mind to go to since I saw their to go boxes trending online, but I did not expect to be so blown away by the Trust Me tasting menu. There is a bit of a wait, make sure to check in with the host before the dinner rush, I've waited 30 minutes and 1.5 hours the past two visits. Lighting is dim, there is a candle for ambiance for dinner, tables are small but fit one dish and a drink at a time. Onto the food, my pictures do not do these dishes justice but please know as someone who EXCLUSIVELY eats Yama/grocery store or AYCE sushi, the quality AND pricing of this tasting menu is insanely valuable. Tuna and Chutoro Sashimi- 10/10 perfect no notes, maybe my favorite, perfect way to start the sauce is acidic and a little sweet and cuts the fattiness of the fish well. I find it hard to not eat everything as fast as I can and savor the moment Nigiri- overall 9/10, was not a fan of the sesame on the salmon and the yellowtail wasn't exceptionally better than anything I've had before. The scallop maybe changed my life, my favorite sashimi piece and a surprising highlight Handrolls- Toro handroll 10/10 no notes wish this never ended Blue crab roll 8/10, very good but im not a big crab girl Bay Scallop Handroll 10/10 i love scallops I swapped the blue crab roll for this and ordered an additional one because it was so good "Best melt in your mouth sushi I've ever had" "Sensational" -quotes from my friends after we dined

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    Christy C.

    This sushi spot was quite small and had limited seating but there was indoor and outdoor seating, as well as seating at the bar Parking was challenging since they don't have their own parking lot but there was a nearby parking lot which was shared with many other businesses Service wasn't too good and not too attentive but it could be because I went on Tuesday around noon so it was pretty busy. However, I felt that service could have been better. I'm not a fan of their built-in 16% tip because I feel like service could be disappointing but I am still forced to pay 16% tip Menu had a good variety of Nigiri, hand rolls, and set meals and they were reasonably priced. Most the Nigiri were $6-$8, hand rolls were $6-$9, and cut rolls were $10-$18 Sushi sets had 4 options - - Trust Me Lite ($24) - Trust Me ($32) - Nozawa Trust Me ($40) - Don't Think, Just Eat ($60) I got the Nozawa Trust Me and it came with 10 dishes! 1) Edmamame - this didn't taste fresh and was nothing special so I just ate a few and saved room for the sushi! 2) Tuna & Chutoro Sashimi was not bad. It was a little too salty since it was drenched with soy sauce so I couldn't really taste the fish much unfortunately so this was 6/10 3) Albacore Sushi was so delicious! The fish was so fresh and didn't taste fishy. The rice was so soft and cooked perfectly. This was 9/10 4) Salmon Sushi was so good! The Salmon was so fresh and buttery. It literally melted in my mouth so this was 10/10 5) Toro Hand Roll was decent. The Toro was not bad but it didn't stand out either. The seaweed was very crispy and delicious so this was 6/10 6) Chutoro Sushi was pretty good. It was very fresh and rich in flavor! This was 8/10 7) Japanese Yellowtail Sushi was yummy! It was super fresh and buttery so this was 8/10 8) New Zealand Sea Bream Sushi was tasty. It had a subtly sweet flavor and very fresh so this was 8/10 9) Hirame Sushi was ok and was a little too salty because of the yuzu ponzu on top. The sauce was a little overwhelming so I couldn't really taste the fish so this was 6/10 10) Blue and Dungeness Crab Handroll was amazing! It was so fresh and stuffed with plenty of crab meat! The crab meat was so flavorful and delicious! This was definitely my favorite! This was 10/10 Overall, the food was incredible but the service could use some improvement!

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    Hello, Are dogs allowed in the outdoor seating area?

    I don't think Sugarfish have an outdoor seating area. I think the tables/seats outside in the courtyards are for the general public.

    Is the chef a trained sushi chef from Japan?

    It's not one chef and there's many locations. If you go to nozawa bar the answer is yes. The real question is whether or not you could tell the difference. That old saying... "If you have to ask..." ppl don't realise there's not some "Japan… Read more

    Do you have teriyaki chicken?

    No, it's a sushi specialist.

    How is parking ? where do you park?

    There is a lot in the back / they validate.

    Is there outdoor seating currently?

    No there isn't.

    Is any of the fish wild? Or all farmed?

    There is wild fish offering

    Do they still have online checkin?

    I don't believe so. Every time I've gone it has always been just in person wait list and you get a text message to follow your spot in line. I would love to be able to check in remotely because I live far away!

    Do they make Avocado rolls?

    No. No vegan options.

    Do they require vaccine passports to dine in?

    No, they do not, as of 3/4/22

    How long is the wait on Sunday night?

    It's a 1.5 hr wait 730pm on a Thursday night. 17th in line

    Is there mandatory vaccination card check?

    Heck no

    Can you customize your to-go boxes?

    Certain items in box, like the cut rolls or if you have an allergy

    Can we sitting outside, Is outdoor seating still available now?

    No, I was there on 10/5/21 and they said it is indoor dining only

    Is this business (small) dog friendly for outdoor seating?

    No it isn't. No outdoor seating 😕

    Limited availability items also 2 pieces each order? Can we just order a la carte? Is there indoor dining yet?

    Yes, you can order a la carte. The have a separate section on the menu for it. There is now indoor dining, but there aren't that many tables inside as it is a small restaurant.

    How many pieces come with the Pink Lobster?

    Pink Lobster like all nigiri options are 2 pieces per order.

    Do they charge 16% service charge on take out orders?

    16% is too much for to go. Tax plus 16 %, service charge, I can almost order a togo box.

    What time do they open?

    11:30am

    Do they have high chairs?

    I think I've seen them in use for infants and toddlers. Call the restaurant to confirm.

    Why is there a mandatory 16% charge? What is this for?

    16% is the tips to the waiter that packed ur to go order only. So the post mate delivery driver did receive any tips from this 16%. I feel sorry for them using there own vehicle to deliver food for the customer. Please give them a tip, if u order… Read more

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    I ordered "The Nozawa Trust Me" set and it was just perfect, I thought the price was reasonable for it as well.

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    4.5(145 reviews)
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    4.1(445 reviews)
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    I was looking forward to trying this place out this past Saturday for Mother's Day, but…read moreunfortunately, the food and service disappointed me. I understand they are busy, but there is no reason to swing the door at my face when I simply asked where I can put my name down on the waiting list. No answer, just rolled eyes and door in face. We really should've left because from that moment, it definitely felt like it was a mission for the two servers to make it a miserable experience for my family. I later found a small post holding up a chromebook outside of the restaurant with a paper with very small print explaining waitlist rules. It would be a lot better if the restaurant made a larger print sign that just says, "Sign In Here," and then have your small print letter to the customers about the rules. We put our name down at 12:30pm, it gave an estimated seat time of ~1pm. But because of the terrible service and mismanagement of the waiting list, we didn't get seated until 1:30pm. They seated 4 parties of 2-3 before our party of 4 when the open tables were side by side. On top of that, after we got seated, they still gave water and took the other tables orders that were seated after us before they came to us. Food took another 20 minutes to come out. I asked for the bill three times, but it didn't come until the other tables that were seated after us left and it was just empty tables next to us. In terms of the food, it was fine and the tempura was cooked well but I do not need to eat their tempura to be treated this poorly.

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    Osawa Shabu Shabu & Sushi

    4.4(2k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Osawa is 100% worth the hype, and if you haven't heard of it, let me hype it up for you…read more The place is small so be prepared to wait if you're trying to go on a Thursday-Saturday, or show up when they open for lunch or dinner. Ambiance is super cute, love the little flags over the sushi/shabu bar and the art on the walls adds to the Japanese restaurant feel. The aroma when you walk in is mouthwatering (I was really hungry) but it doesn't smell fishy like some sushi places can. Staff is unbelievably great, super friendly and helpful if you have any questions about the menu or want recommendations. Don't be afraid to ask what the MP is on omakase, they totally work with what you're looking to spend or based on how many pieces of sushi you want to eat. Now for the real reason to visit Osawa: the food is absolutely amazing!!! Fresh, tasty, perfectly portioned. From the shishito peppers appetizer to the sushi, sashimi, hand rolls, and shabu; I cannot recommend this place enough! They have plenty of sake options to pair with your meal as well as beer or specialty cocktails if that's your preference. They offer to explain your order when it arrives which is great for those newer to sushi or just trying something different. Seriously, some of those fish practically melt in your mouth. I personally haven't ordered any rolls yet but they absolutely look delicious. If you're looking for a good sushi date spot, this. is. it. It's also good for a small group, maybe up to five or so before you feel cramped. Shabu is seated at the bar and their meats and veggie are delicious and fresh, enhanced by the tasty broth. It's even good on a summer day because they have solid air conditioning. Cannot say enough good things about Osawa. Go try it for yourself. :)

    I had been a longtime customer here for about seven years, but I stopped going after getting food…read morepoisoning from fish here in March 2025. After more than a year away, I decided to give Osawa another try on May 8, 2026. Unfortunately, the experience confirmed why I had stopped coming. Around 9:02 p.m., my waiter came by to ask for last orders. I ordered chicken karaage. This is a simple dish that usually comes out in about 4 to 5 minutes. For whatever reason, the order did not arrive until around 9:26 p.m. -- almost 25 minutes later. It seemed obvious that the order had been forgotten. When the karaage finally arrived, it looked hastily sauced. Several parts of the chicken were unsauced, which is not how the dish was normally served in the past. Given the delay and the apparent mishandling, I did not touch the dish. A Japanese male manager wearing glasses then came over. He recognized me, and I explained that I had not been back for more than a year because of the food poisoning incident from fish in 2025. Instead of responding seriously, the manager smiled and giggled slightly, then launched into an irrelevant conversation about his connections in the Japanese food industry in Old Town Pasadena. When he asked why I had not touched the chicken, I explained the almost 30-minute delay and the problems with the dish. Rather than comping the item or offering a real apology, the manager asked whether I still wanted to eat it or would prefer to cancel it. He then ended the conversation by suggesting that I come in during weekday lunch for the $18 lunch specials. That response was bizarre and tone deaf. I did not return after a food poisoning incident to hear a sales pitch about lunch specials. I returned as a longtime customer giving Osawa another chance. Osawa's way of doing business has changed a lot. I've seen better customer service at Erewhon.

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    Sushigah - Uni so fresh

    Sushigah

    4.6(321 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$
    Wheelchair accessible
    Family-owned & operated

    I went on a Thrusday @ 3pm and there was plenty seating, very chill. Great spot if you are eating…read morealone or in small group. Waitress was very nice and food didn't take long to come out. I was very surprised at the size of our plates, it made the price very worth it! Ordered the Spicy bulgogi ramen but I wouldn't say that it's even spicy which is fine for me I'm not even a huge fan of spice. 10/10! My fiancee ordered the Bulgogi entree that comes with steamed rice & miso soup. They are not stingy with meat here and the meat quality is pretty good. 10/10 for him. The nigiri had pretty big pieces of salmon on top so the ratio of fish to rice was a little unbalanced, not enough rice. The salmon was good quality though, 8/10. I also got the baked salmon roll and it was suppose to be spicy but, again, not really spicy lol I loveeee me a warm baked roll though and it was delicious 10/10 Overall I recommend it for casual eats. I want to come back in the evening because their hours say open until 12:30am which could be a late night vibe! Must-try spot with amazing food!!

    What makes this sushi restaurant unique is that it is Korean family-owned, so there are Korean…read moredishes served along with Japanese dishes. My partner and I shared the rainbow roll, mango cha cha roll, lemon salmon roll, salmon bento box, and cheese bulgogi. I really enjoyed the creative specialty sushi rolls, with my favorite roll being the mango cha cha roll. It tasted savory from the crispy shrimp tempura, while the fresh mango on top added a nice, refreshing pop of sweetness. As for the lemon salmon roll, it tasted fresh and more citrus-forward. Surprisingly, the salmon bento box was very filling and balanced. This included 2 pieces of grilled teriyaki salmon, 4 pieces of California roll, mixed tempura, miso soup, and a small salad with dressing. For anyone who does not eat raw fish, this would be the perfect dish. For the cheese bulgogi, there was a sweet-savory soy garlic flavor. I liked that the meat was thinly sliced, which paired perfectly with the gooey melted cheese. However, it was a bit saltier than I'd like it to be. Some rice and miso soup was served alongside this to balance out the richness from the cheese. Service could have been better. It seems that the staff were not very attentive at times, even though the place was not busy. Nonetheless, all of the food was pretty good and there was a chill atmosphere. This is a solid sushi bar to visit for either lunch or dinner.

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    Sushi Karen

    4.8(249 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$$

    Food was amazing. Felt like in Japan! The host are lovely…read moreand everything was 100%. Would definitely go there again.

    Sushi Karen in Pasadena is a hidden gem you absolutely need a reservation for--trust me, I learned…read morethat the hard way. There's no waitlist and no walk-ins, so plan ahead or you'll be sushi-less and sad. It's worth the call to reserve, trust me. The moment you step inside, the smell hits you--in the best way--like a warm, smoky aroma that instantly makes your mouth water. I could not get enough of how good it smelled inside the whole night. The vibe is cozy and homey, with dim downlights that spotlight each table like your own little sushi stage. It's a small place, but each table feels like a private nook, perfect for an intimate dinner or low-key celebration. The fish portions are very generous, whether you're ordering nigiri, a hand roll, or a cut roll. Everything comes out with beautiful presentation that makes you pause before devouring it. The salmon belly nigiri melts in your mouth--it's buttery in the best way. The yellowtail cut roll was fresh and flavorful, and the spicy tuna on crispy rice was a standout. They pile on the tuna, so it's definitely not a one-bite situation, and I loved the added crunch from the fish eggs in it. The spicy tuna hand roll had great flavor too, but I wish the seaweed had a bit more crunch--still, I appreciated the smart little flap at the bottom that kept all the fishy goodness inside. Honestly, every dish we tried was a hit. The vibe, the flavors, and the generous cuts of fish make this place feel extra special. Sushi Karen isn't trying to be flashy--it's just good, honest sushi done really really really well. I'd happily come back again any time (with a reservation, of course).

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    Sushi Karen - The other side be sure to call to maintain no walk in

    The other side be sure to call to maintain no walk in

    Sushi Karen - Spicy tuna on crispy rice - well worth the single price portion

    Spicy tuna on crispy rice - well worth the single price portion

    Sushi Karen - Yellowtail cut roll

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    SUGARFISH | Pasadena - japanese - Updated May 2026

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