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Sushi Nakata

5.0 (20 reviews)
Open • 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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Ellen N.

My husband and I came in for the omakase and for the price, this was the best course we've had so far!! The chawanmushi was the best one I've had yet- super silky and flavorful. The lightly cooked oyster with yuzu had a great texture and clean taste, and we loved that each dish tasted completely different from the last. The monkfish liver was really savory and surprisingly good (I usually don't like monk liver). The albacore, medium fatty tuna, and scallop sashimi were all amazing -- especially the albacore. The house-made soy sauce was also savory and paired really well with the fish. The sardine with chives was a great combo- oily and fatty in the best way. Nori was perfectly crispy, and the aged yellowtail was something else. We paired everything with the Otokoyama sake, which was dry and crisp, and the Kubota Senjyu, which had a great balance. Only small con was that the rice could've been a little more dry and vinegar-y. Chef and our server were awesome- a warm, friendly vibe and service throughout!

3 kinds of sashimi: scallops, ahi and I didn't hear the last one but it tasted like halibut. All served with its own spices.
LT G.

My family's second time with Sushi Nakata's omakase. The first was during its soft opening, which was delicious but I ended up feeling very full afterwards. This time was exactly the right amount of fish and rice, particularly the rice, which was kept to a minimum, my personal preference. Everything was chosen by Nari-san with precision and excellence and I loved seeing the cuts of fish prior to him slicing into them. Chawanmushi is steamed hot to begin your meal, all served in a Hokkaido-style presentation. I've never tried Fire Fly Squid before and it was a revelation next to the monkfish liver and raw oyster. Most of the sushi prepared did not require additional soy sauce so it was very easy to eat, especially with your fingers. I am so happy we now have a fine omakase restaurant in the area. My only hope is that people in nearby cities do not discover it.

Alaina V.

Maybe the best omakase experience I've had to date! For the little town of Montrose, this place is on par and exceeding other restaurants in LA. From the fish quality (excellent), the pacing of the dishes (perfect) and the service and presentation (spectacular) - truly a memorable and special evening. If you're looking for an omakase experience - this one would be what I recommend to anyone. Looking forward to another visit.

Delicious starters
Jane S.

We were impressed by the quality of the sushi and all the food. We've never tried Hokkaido style omakase so we loved that they prepared some new ingredients and flavors on the starters. We loved watching the chef prepare each course with time and care, and everything was delicious. They're relatively new to Montrose and we were so impressed to find this kind of quality here, especially at this price point. Soft chatter ambience and good for a more private dining, a great place for a date for foodies (omakases take time so maybe not for the first date). I could tell that the omakase experience is new to the neighborhood seeing some of the reactions to the courses coming out. Private-like bar-style dining and Ample parking in the back.

Their current new menu
Caroline K.

Where to begin? Nari san (the sushi chef) prepared the most amazing sushi we have had in a very long time. The quality, the freshness, the taste was incomparable. We would typically drive a good minimum 30 minutes outside from where we live in order to have quality sushi (Scratch, Sushi Nishi ya, Katsu-ya, Yuzu) This will not be the case any longer. If you want directly amazing sushi from Hokkaido Japan, without fluff covering the flavor, where the fish shines on its own because it's that good, this is the sushi restaurant to come to. Anu San, his wife, is extremely kind and attentive. The uni, monkfish liver, toro, sweet shrimp, handroll, was incomparable. The seaweed was fresh and crispy. Every detail was thought out, and their pride in the quality of their fish shone through. I couldn't wait to eat, so I didn't take enough pictures haha. We cannot wait to go back. Wow.

Leigh C.

Amazing omakase experience! Every piece was so fresh and thoughtfully prepared -- you can really taste the quality and care in each bite. Service was attentive, and the pacing was perfect. Easily a great omakase dinner -- can't wait to come back!

Toro

One of the most enjoyable food experiences I have ever had. The Chef was very impressive in his preparation and presentation of food. The fish was super fresh and flavors out of this world. Just look at the pictures!!

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Wonderful restaurant with fantastic ambiance and spectacularly fresh and delicious seafood. I highly recommend checking this place out.

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Amazing food and excellent service - would highly recommend! Kind staff and good atmosphere.

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Great service and great fish. Clean and delicious. Accommodating to us outside of omakase. It's all good !

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