There's a reason why this is on all of the "best of" lists. And it has been for years. When I first started coming here, it was $45 for the omakase, which was a phenomenal deal. I believe it's a bit more than that, but it's still really good!! So, I have a new rating system......I will write what I feel honestly about an establishment. The only ratings I will give are 5 stars, which is enjoyable, or 3 stars which is "needs work." read more

(+) Omakase Sushi Chitose is a little hole in the wall sushi spot that does sushi very well. Chitose means 1000 years old. The parking lot has to be at most 8 spots, so the earlier the dinner time, the better parking wise. It is reservation only and they do offer omakase. My wife and I got about 11-12 dishes and for $80, it is a great deal. We added a bottle of sake as well. If you've had omakase experiences before, you know all too well that there might be things you don't like. That doesn't happen here. All of the dishes served weren't excessively exotic, but things you've had before. The waitress asked us if there were things we didn't like, which I found kind. Food: I wanted to highlight the freshness of the fish such as the chutoro, and other nigiri pieces we got in our omakase experience. I've had plenty of omakase, and the fish here is cut perfectly without tendon or any impurities. Compared to all other sushi restaurants I've been to, Sushi chitose is near the top. Service/Ambiance. Service is quick and the sushi chefs are friendly. It is an inviting atmosphere and a gentle ambiance for great food. The restaurant is only opened for dinner, but you can check their website if things change. A great experience and I will be back if I'm in the area. read more

Love the food here. Service is fine. The price is great for what you get. The restaurant is right next door to a liquor store. It's not attractive at all. Just don't let that fool you. This place is a gem. We'll be back for more. read more

It is reservation only via phone. Sushi, service & setting is good overall. Set at the bar and got to watch the two chefs do work, so that was neat. My only dissatisfaction would be on the portions. Spent $240+ for two people, but left the premises desiring for more.. read more

I've been here twice now and had a great experience both times. Their Omakase pre-fixe used to be $75 a couple years ago but now it is $80 which is understandable considering inflation and the economy these days. The price is fair in my opinion for an appetizer (albacore with cucumber and seaweed), 11 pieces of sushi, miso soup (or deep fried shrimp head) and dessert (vanilla ice cream sprinkled with matcha powder). All the sushi was very fresh! I do think the portion size is slightly on the smaller end for their nigiri sushi but not by much. It was still very delicious and satisfying. We also really enjoyed their Kirakucho Junmai Ginjo Kitsune sake! So smooth! Service was great! No complaints. Definitely make reservations ahead of time. They get pretty busy and it can be hard to do a walk-in especially if you're in a group. Parking: free in plaza lot but limited spaces. There's also residential street parking nearby. read more

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My husband and I had the omakase to celebrate my birthday and were pleasantly surprised. The lights were a bit dim and made for a relaxing experience. Definitely get a reservation!! It comes out to an appetizer (we thought was ok), 3 dishes of sashimi, including a hand roll, fried shrimp head/miso soup and ice cream. I loved how each piece had its own sauce/marinade/flavor and was truly an experience. We were worried it might not be enough food but were happily full by the end of the meal. The seafood is very fresh and the service is very attentive. Sushi Chitose is a great option if you want to stay in the South Bay and not have to drive to Little Tokyo/LA. read more

Sushi Chitose - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

A hidden gem! This sushi restaurant is small and intimate but passionate about providing good quality sushi and service. Went for their omakase and added on a couple of oysters. Also had some green tea which is free refills. The kind staff is diligent about refilling drinks and checking in. I asked the sushi chef how long he has been a sushi chef and he said 40 years! What's even more amazing is that they import most of the fish from Japan except for the blue fin which is from Boston and the uni which is from Santa Barbra. read more

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I made a reservation here months ago to celebrate a very special occasion & was excited for omakase. We walked in & were immediately rushed to choose a drink as soon as we sat down. On top of that the chef didn't really seem interested in interacting or creating an experience or atmosphere & was pretty nonchalant. Now for the food.. a decent amount of it was mid including the appetizer course & the hand roll. He used a ton of wasabi in some of the nigiri & overall we felt rushed to eat super quickly the entire time (it was an hour til closing) & I am not accustomed to that from an omakase experience (i've been to many). I could tell he was just trying to get through it & even when I decided to take my time I could see him being kind of impatient.. I also noticed I was the only POC in there & definitely felt that had an impact on the service. Some of the nigiri was phenomenal! But overall it wasn't worth the hype or the $$$. My advice is to spend a little more somewhere else & get the full experience. read more

Made reservation for dinner. Tried the Ankimo and oysters which were both pretty good. Got the omakase. The food was okay. The rice was a bit dry and lacking vinegar. Would be nice to know which nigiri needed soy sauce and which fine. Service was A+++ with the waitress coming by frequently to refill drinks. 3.5 for the food. 5 for the service. read more

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One of the most affordable sushi omakases in the area! Definitely need to call ahead and reserve (saw a sign that said they don't take walk ins). Still thought the quality was good and had some great cuts of fish. All super kind here and definitely feels like a comfy hole in the wall type spot. Also, would recommend ordering the shrimp head instead of the miso soup! It was nice and crispy and super shrimpy. read more

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Omakase was delicious! Service was excellent. Parking lot was small but we got there right when they opened so we had parking. read more

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Went here anticipating I would just grab take out. Instead when I got there, the open sign was not on and it said "no walk-ins" on a sign on the door so I almost left. However, seeing it was a bit of a drive to get there, I decided just to double check and go in. I wasn't super hungry and the person I talked to was super nice. I could have ordered from a list of available items, but she suggested trying the omakase experience. You pay a set price up front ($75) and leave the rest to them. I wasn't super hungry, so was a bit hesitant, but decided to give it a go. I have always heard about it, but never have done it. Wow! Such an amazing experience starting with a delicious and beautiful appetizer, then the following 12 (?) pieces of sushi artwork were something I have not experienced before, to the crispy shrimp "side"?, and the mini ice cream closer. Yum! I learned a lot from the sushi chef and experienced lots of sushi I would have never thought of trying...Japanese sea bass, raw shrimp, scallop, toro, uni with soshi, ikura, unagi, crab hand roll..to name a few. I sat at the sushi bar, solo, and another small group of three were at the end/around the corner. There were a handful of couples at the tables doing their own ordering. It was an intimate and calming space where I had the best seat to watch the sushi makings in action. So glad I took a chance on the unknown, which now is very much known. My sushi level of expectations has just been risen quite a bit after this experience. I hope I don't get too frustrated with the options we have in CO. read more

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We came here for my birthday for my very first omakase experience, and overall, it was pretty fun! I definitely had a great time. Since it's a reservation-only place, the atmosphere is quiet and intimate. There seemed to be just one server and a sushi chef, which created a nice, personal vibe. The server took our order and promptly served each dish, being really attentive about things like getting us hot water. For $75, the omakase was well worth it, especially since many places charge way more. I did take off one star because I felt like the sushi wasn't cool enough. I usually enjoy my sushi a bit chilled, but every piece I had was room temperature, which was a bit different for me. Overall, the ambiance, service, and food quality were excellent! I'd definitely recommend it! read more

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Surprisingly, I've always found it difficult to find decent sushi places in the South Bay. That changed when I discovered sushi chitose. It is a delicious, affordable omakase that truly reminds me of Japan. The omakase consists of several pieces of nigiri (I lost count because I was too busy eating) with a small dessert at the end of black sesame ice cream (Yum). . It costs approximately 75 dollars a person, which I think is reasonable given what you get. They have a good selection of saki which complements the meal well. This place is tiny with a few seats outside of the bar. It is also reservation only. The parking lot is small, but since the restaurant doesn't seat many people it was sufficient. The staff are friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this place! read more

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One of my favorite omakase's in LA, super good bang for your buck. One of the few (if not only) omakase's under $100. The nigiri here is simple and fresh, chef keeps it consistent with your classic fish cuts (toro, salmon, sea bream). Ambience is cozy and warm, and service is always amazing. Come here every now and then and enjoy it each time :) read more

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I searched for a dinner spot to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday and knew she was craving sushi the past month. Inside Sushi Chitose, we were greeted by a quiet atmosphere, with the sushi bar and a few tables welcoming us directly. Sushi Chitose's affordable omakase was truly worth it; impeccable service and incredibly fresh fish made the experience exceptional. I loved that they accommodated for my allergy against scallops, they served me tuna instead of scallops and I still really enjoyed it. Note that reservations are a must, but it's well worth the effort for a future visit (no walk ins). read more

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Very disappointed with my experience here. I drove over an hour to dine at Sushi Chitose, only to be told upon arrival that they only take reservations directly. Nowhere on their website or Instagram was this made clear. If a restaurant requires direct reservations, it should be communicated transparently online. Wasting customers' time like this is extremely frustrating and unprofessional. read more

Unassuming strip mall spot in the South Bay with delicious omakase. Came here for my sister's birthday and called ahead to make a reservation (no online reservation system). There's a small parking lot in the front. There's a few tables and bar seating - the restaurant is pretty cozy. Credit cards are accepted. You have the option to order a La carte, but the omakase is well done and you get a good variety. They also do ask you whether you have any allergies so they can accommodate. They do serve alcohol. The hot green tea was good and they do give free refills. My favorite pieces were the salmon and a roll with a fish from Japan (skipjack?). The salmon roe on rice was surprisingly delicious (I was a bit apprehensive at first). My family also really liked the fish with uni and the scallops. They give you a choice of miso soup with shrimp or a fried shrimp head for one of the pieces. At the end of the meal, they give you a small scoop of black sesame ice cream. There was only one waitress so things moved a bit slowly, but she did her best and was super nice. read more

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Just came back from Japan and was craving some sushi. . .luckily I had a friend's birthday to celebrate so had a reason to finally visit Sushi Chitose! Great quiet ambiance and a menu focused on omakase and a few a la carte options. It's hard to get an omakase for under $100 in LA but for $80 here I was quite satisfied. read more

Great value for omakase, felt like I was transported to Japan for our evening. Ambience was low key, comfy, and felt traditionally Japanese.

Since moving to the South Bay, we've been on a bit of search for a local sushi spot. Our go-to in West LA was Uzumaki but it's a bit of a trek for us now unfortunately. We've tried quite a few spots in the neighborhood, but had been eyeing Sushi Chitose. I called, made a ressie super easily and waited eagerly as the day crept up. The restaurant is in this random plaza and shares a parking lot with a liquor store. We walked in and were greeted by this sweet lady. I wanted to get the full experience, so opted for the sushi bar which is omakase only. However, if you're not into letting someone else be in control of what you eat, then book a table and you can order whatever your heart desires. The bar was completely full. The main chef was making the sushi and serving it to everyone. Presentation was nice and simple. You can taste the quality of the fish--it's clean and not fishy. Some of my favorites from the omakase were: Bluefin Tuna Salmon Ikura Scallop I'm sure there were more, but I was particularly impressed with the Bluefin Tuna as it is marinated in soy sauce. I can't begin to tell you how amazing this was. The fish just melted in our mouths and had so much flavor to it. I only used my soy sauce once during the whole meal. My hubby doesn't usually eat scallop and even said that their version was SO GOOD. Something about the shiso and dash of salt on top complemented the scallop perfectly. We loved these so much that we ordered additional nigiri after the omakase. The fish pieces are a little smaller than I'm traditionally used to, however, I'll take smaller, but quality versus bigger pieces that are a bit questionable. Overall, we enjoyed our experience at Sushi Chitose and will definitely be back. read more

Great sushi on an unassuming little corner. Reservation only. We had the omakase at the sushi bar. Cool vibe. Must try.

This place is a hidden gem. It's very small when you walk in, but it reminds me of Japan. We made reservations to sit at the bar--omakase is required ($75 a person). it comes with an appetizer, 12 pieces, and a dessert. The quality of the fish is phenomenal. The chef was also very friendly. Just know, there is only one chef, so being patient is key. I will definitely be coming back. read more

Sushi Chitose - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

The best Omakase. Probably my top 3 omakase I have ever had. I am A huge sushi lover and I know my fish better than most Japanese! So affordable only at $75 per person omakase... it's probably the best omakase you will ever get at that price range. It is a Hidden gem. It will be my go to from my on. So Much better than the one I usually go to at half of price and it's so authentic!!! Superior quality and love warm rice! read more

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I'm so lucky! This place is close by and super yummy! Great fish selection and for $75 a person. That's an amazing price for Omakase. Very intimate. We had a wonderful valentines dinner here. read more

Sushi Chitose - Starting plate. Lost track of everything given to me! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Fresh and clean sushi! The sushi chef and staff accommodated allergies and preferences. $80 omakase was worth the trip - would recommend and return again! read more

I highly recommend making a reservation in advance as there are only a few tables and seats at the sushi bar. The parking lot is not too big, but street parking appears to be plenty. We sat at the sushi bar. They were quite busy that night, so I expected some delay in getting situated right away. However, the sous sushi chef was clearly struggling to keep up with the orders. There were people who were clearly better serviced than us (and other minority parrons). I think this was preferential treatment, which is common in some ethnic restaurants who believe White people will tip them better so they give them preferential treatment. Now, some people will not see it that way, but, best believe that, this does happen, even if most people have never experienced it before. The food was not bad, but it was stingy on the quantity and the quality on top of that was not worth the price. I do not plan on being back here as I found nothing redeeming about it. read more

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A hidden gem! I've passed by this amazing restaurant for years and I regret not eating here sooner! Such a great omaske selection, friendly staff, & very soft atmosphere. Cant wait to come back and I just left! read more

I ordered from door dash. 37$ and I did not get what I ordered. It was gross I had to throw it away. So disappointed.

It's been almost a year since my last visit, and I noticed Omakase price went up to $75 (as of 3/28/2023) No huge change, but even with the price increase it's still worth every penny! read more

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I can say this is hands down my ultimate favorite sushi restaurant in the South Bay. Been coming here for the last 8 years and chef Gen-San is great in his craft! His wife is also so sweet and delivers the best service. We make rezzies always for dinner. The omakase did change slightly since I've been here more than a year ago - but it's still so delicious and fresh. Chitose has my heart and will be my go-to sushi restaurant. Also, not pictured is the first omakase dish - sushi with seaweed & cucumber in a vinegar soy sauce, miso soup (or get the fried shrimp head) and the crab hand roll (best hand roll ever). read more

Sushi Chitose - $75 omakase pic 1 of 2 (sushi pics only) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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First sushi in South Bay that I've liked. Reasonably priced omakase but it isn't a traditional wow factor. Very friendly staff and great food read more

November 2022 - $75 omakase - Reservation only - I've never been to Japan, but you feel like you're there. It's small, cozy, and personal. The fish were fresh as expected, and for the price in this LA inflationary conundrum, $75 seems like a steal. Take advantage of it till while the price is still reasonable. My two favorites were the sea bream and eel. The sea bream tasted fresh, if fresh had a taste, and the eel literally just melted. In the words of my friend, "it was art." Just go and try. Kk bye read more

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Sushi Chitose showed up on my search for best value Omakase in SoCal. Their menu is humble, just like their restaurant - tucked away in a little corner and is not easy to spot unless you know of the place. Most come to Chitose for their omakase: $50 or $65 (premium). We went ahead for the premium because why not? The menu also had other options for appetizers and specials for the day. Nothing crazy impressive, simple and not pretentious. Why the 3 star rating you might ask? Sushi is a delicate art form and it in its essence is very fragile. The selected fish is cut and prepared with the nimble and skilled touch of the sushi master. Most sushi are served with a touch of special seasoning apart from the soy sauce readily available at your table - Chitose does a good job with presenting their sushi with just the right amount and the recommendation to not use your soy sauce. However, the next most important part of sushi is the rice, of which I base my disappointment at Chitose for. Unfortunately, I hope for just that night, our rice was not warm enough and some bits were even hard. Is it a must try? No. For its price point, a very fair and reasonable entry into Omakase. It however appears to be more of a spot for locals and regulars and will probably remain that way. read more

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$65 premium omakase which includes: -appetizer: some white fish with citrus 4.5/5 -8 piece nigiri sushi, super fresh and delicious 5/5 -4 premium nigiri sushi 5/5 -option of fried shrimp head or miso soup (pick fried shrimp lol) -last round: egg, hand roll, and eel Quiet and lovely place, felt like I was in Japan! Great price for the quality of food. Recommend!!! read more

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The omakase was very affordable and the fish was fresh. When seated at a table they bring majority of it on the plates. I would have liked more of the bar omakase style where it is one by one but none the less it was good. The service was also great. They kept checking up to make sure we were serviced. Lastly you have to make a reservation so please call in advance. read more

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If you're looking for truly authentic sushi in Southbay,chitose is the place you hope to stumble upon, but almost never do. It's a tiny spot on pch, but the moment you sit down, you realize you found something special. We chose the omakase and was one of the best decisions we've made in a long time. Every piece is, clean and perfectly balance. Kind of sushi that makes you pause after each bite. The chef works quietly and confidently and you can feel the pride in his craft. There's no rush no gimmick just exceptional fish treated with respect. What really stood out was the quality and simplicity Every piece is incredibly Fresh, the cuts were beautiful, and the progression of flavors made the whole experience to almost ceremonial. It's a kind of sushi that reminds you how good sushi be when it's done right. The shop is tiny, intimate and very traditional. Exactly the type of place where you want the chef to guide the experience. If you're looking for a real Japanese sushi without the noise this is it. An absolute gem. Will definitely be back read more

Perfection, in every single way. It's delicious, the service is perfect, they are knowledgeable, I love this spot. read more

Reserved a table for Saturday night $80/person Omakase took 2 hours start to finish, with less than 10 pieces of sushi. My friend and I left even hungrier than we were coming in because of how slow the service was. Ambience is not great, fish was fresh but won't be back. read more

If there is one thing I really miss during this crazy time, it's my omakase fix at various sushi restaurants. Sitting at the counter, enjoying a good sake and delectable sushi nigiri... how good we had it back then. Anyways, Chitose offers their premium omakase as a takeout right now, and it is pretty darn good. Fish is super fresh, and as expected, very high quality. You get miso soup, a little sashimi appetizer, 14 pieces of nigiri (one being tamago), and crab roll. It's of course not as good as getting served one at a time by a sushi chef, but I'll take it. The fish still melts in your mouth, and the offerings are never boring. If there is one thing I wish they provided, is the list of fish that were included in the omakase that day. We've had their omakase takeout a couple of times, and there were a couple of pieces I wasn't sure what they were. If they could print out a list and include it in the takeout, that would be awesome. Otherwise, excellent food and for $60, well worth the price. Just thinking about it is making me salivate, and we might just have to do another sushi run this weekend. So glad Chitose is coming through for the sushi deprived! read more

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