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    Diana G.

    Super yummy option near the beach! Food Ordered Baked Green Mussels: delicious and creamy. I loved the flavor profile. This was recommended by the staff. I would order again. Salmon Lemon Roll: The salmon was fresh and the roll well balanced. The ginger sauce was enjoyable and not too heavy. Shima Aji and Seabream: These were recommended by the sushi chef and they were very good cuts of fish. Both were fresh and had a good firm texture. Service: Staff was very friendly and made great suggestions based on my preferences! Ambiance: Cute little small spot with plenty of daylight from the windows: There's a sushi bar section in addition to the tables. Overall: I would eat here again!

    Gina H.

    Great local sushi spot. Clean modern cozy inside. Their sushi is delicious . Everything melts in your mouth and the flavors are unbelievable. The service is friendly and prompt. No complaints here! Sushi beluga is a gem!

    Dee G.

    What an under rated sushi spot. It was sooo good. The service was fast and the server was super nice and attentive. The restroom were clean. The nigiri rolls were like buttery they were so good and fresh ! The baked mussels were out of this world so different than I've ever tried in any location. Usually every baked mussels taste the same, but this one had avocados in it I believe. Just so different and so delicious. Overall, a great place ! I went here twice in a span of three days. So I'm definitely a fan !

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    Dorothy D.

    Food: A-. I think this food is the best sushi spot I've been in in the LBC over the place that requires reservations or the Sushi Mafia (which we do like for quick sushi). Here you have really good sushi without the "do you have reservation?" Service: C. Short-staffed in my fiancé's opinion however I beg to differ. There's only three other parties in here so no need for a ton of staff. The sushi maker is attentive, more so the problem is they don't have two of the items on the menu we ask for which makes you wonder how many other items they don't have: black cod and Sapporo on tap - Nadda. Ambiance: B. Right in the center of the city so location-location-location. Inside, you can walk right in to the sushi bar which we like. The place is lit beautifully with plenty of artificial botanicals which still gives you that healthy feel. Music is popular pop - really nice for a Wednesday night.

    Yuzu Roll
    Hassan C.

    Best sushi in Long Beach from their miso soup to their crispy tuna, aburi miso cod, yuzu roll I mean literally anything I've had here has been exquisite one of the freshest fish I've had in any sushi restaurant don't forget to order their black snapper whether it be sashimi or sushi you can't go wrong and if you're looking for a great deal go for their assorted sushi or assorted sashimi plates which come with a nice and filling combo as well as ordering "choose 2 or 3 items option". Staff is the best in the business very friendly always with a smile on their face and always open for a nice little chat. Love this place !

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    Samantha G.

    Amazing service, very quick. A great place for lunch on a work day. Loved the Yuzu Roll and shishito peppers. Finished off with a Miso Soup. *chefs kiss*

    Scallop Shiso Tempura - 2 pieces for $8.20, picture taken 12-29-24.
    Paul B.

    Sushi Beluga is is a very cozy spot in Downtown Long Beach and one of the best in the area. They really focus first on the quality and freshness of the fish, and the preparation shows it. They have two sushi chefs, Kay and Jeff who are both great and kind. If you have kids be sure to ask for any roll with a "Kids Cut"; which is cut in half width-wise for smaller bites, while maintaining the same ingredient ratios, plus they get more pieces! Kay knows us so well that he will have a California Roll with Soy Paper kids cut for my son right after we walk in. My favorite item is the live scallop which is usually only available on weekends. An order comes with both a scallop sashimi and a dynamite (mayo sauce) style. They have a large selection of different tempuras that you can order two pieces at a time and are made fresh to order. The tempura batter is light, delicate, and always crispy, and the tempura sauce is a flavorful clear broth that's served hot, something I've never seen anywhere else. They also have a rotating daily selection which features their freshest catches of the day like Sea Bream, Uni, and other higher end stuff. They also have many appetizers and the usual cooked items like teriyaki chicken and steak. I would recommend this place to anyone who really appreciates fresh fish that's artfully prepared. Parking is a little difficult as they don't have their own lot and you have to find street parking. If you see Kay, be sure to tell him Paul sent you!

    Jose H.

    super friendly staff and a great deal. we both got one of the combos, 8 pieces of nigiri that were good sized and a small cut roll. They took over the space from the old poki cat, which i miss. the green wall remains.

    Arthur L.

    I was suprised that this sushi place was right next to the new condos on the corner of Ocean and Alamitos. I am glad I found it. You will need to find street parking, mostly off Ocean. They have nice vibrant decor inside and is very clean place. I do feel a Japanese atmosphere in here, and I always like to be transported somewhere during my meals. The waiters greet you promptly and you can pick where you want to sit. They have an extensive menu. The have different kinds of tempura like shrimp, vegetables, and my favorite is white fish with basil tempura. the white fish is a very delicate flavor, and I never had it before until this place. They also have miso soups. The sushi is diverse and there is something there to satisfy your cravings. Always with a side of wasabi and pickled ginger. The platings are always well decorated with sauces. They also serve Sapporo and hot sake which I love to have with my sushi. I usually ask for waters and they bring with ice and a smile. The prices are really good for the excellent quality of food. The service is great. The sushi and the environment really makes me happy when I visit. Worth checking out and putting on your list of places to visit.

    Chirashi bowl
    Marta Z.

    I've been saying that there is no great quality sushi in DT Long Beach for years now and I can finally no longer claim it. Sushi Beluga's produce quality and sushi cuts are what one would expect when eating in Japan. They have an extensive menu selection -- I've tried variety of their appetizers, rolls, hand rolls, sashimi, all great!. Many items come the traditional miso soup and ginger dressing salad. I'm partial to their nigiri, and my favorite is the Omakase option, entrusting the Chef to create the selection. The staff is exceptional, always very welcoming, friendly, and attentive. The place is very cozy, with corner-shaped sushi bar and tables both inside and outside. It's just far enough from Ocean Blvd that you don't get all the street noise when seated outside and the patio is dog friendly. This is the most underrated restaurant in DTLBC, highly recommend!!!

    Yuzu roll: salmon avocado inside topped with yellowtail, chili veg and a side of yuzu pepper sauce
    Maricar G.

    Coming from the Midwest, enjoying sushi in Southern California is heavenly experience. The grade of sushi particularly here is exceptional, with generous portion of sashimi. Luckily we came on a quiet mid week afternoon, so we got a a table very easily and was walking distance (2 blocks from my hotel). Prices were very reasonable and the staff was prompt. My highlights were the salmon sampler (5 pieces of salmon made into oral art. Just a luxurious experience. Based on Yelp reviews I also got the yuzu roll (thanks Yelp). It was an amazing amalgamation of spicy, citrus, pepper, cilantro and seafood. I was in heaven. This place made my week! I'm still thinking about the salmon !

    Tuyen H.

    Foods are great, customer service is excellent. Small and cozy place. Definitely will be back again.

    Shrimp tempura
    Karen A.

    Great sushi options and pricing !! I ordered shrimp tempura, Sautéed snow crab Basil garlic roll and Sayuri Nigori sake. I have been in the hunt for a sushi place that is walkable downtown and so glad I found this place . Service was excellent place is clean and has a great ambiance. Definitely will be returning.

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