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Omakase here was great! Our waitress explained what everything was, and every single bite was delicious. They were great with timing and bringing things out. Super cozy vibes in there. Went around 8:00 pm on a Monday night and there was plenty of street parking
The counter omakase experience was worth every penny! Each piece was carefully put together by our sushi chef and explained to us. I had a hard time remembering each specific name, but I can tell you that the taste for each item was incredible! So fresh and just melts in your mouth! There were a couple of creative items that were unique to the chef, and the dessert was also so delicious! I cannot tell you my favorite, but the handroll, the dessert, and a pate item was definitely up there for me! The ambiance is perfect for a special celebration with a small party, though I think you can have a large party if you reserve in advance? (Don't quote me on that.) Reservations are highly encouraged here to get the best experience. This is a location I'm 100% coming back to, as their omakase is very decently priced, and top notch quality! Thank you for the amazing experience, Sushi Tama!
Came here on a weeknight. The restaurant has a minimalist, modern vibe that's comfortable and not overly fancy. The restaurant wasn't too busy so we were seated right away. Instead of going with the omakase we decided to order a mix of items to try a bit of everything. We started with the aburi toro which was really good, fatty and delicious with the yuzu kosho cutting through. The hotate isobe style, torched scallops wrapped in seaweed, was another highlight of the night. For nigiri we tried hirame, aji, nodoguro, salmon, kohada, scallop, and akami. Everything was good, though the nodoguro stood out as the favorite for its flavor and torching. We also got the sanshoku don which came with about seven pieces of sashimi on top. The fish was a little thin and the amount of rice was a lot, even for someone who can eat. The ratio felt off and I found myself eating big spoonfuls of rice just to make a dent. Overall it's a nice spot for a date with decent sushi, but I wasn't blown away considering the price point. When pieces are $10+ each, I expect a bit more than what we got. Glad I tried it and I'd come back again, but not in a rush.
Finally!! After 5 long years coming here for lunch. I finally got to try Chef Yoshimoto omakase for my birthday and it didn't disappoint one bit. Chef Omakase 18 course including miso soup and dessert. The price is very reasonable, especially in this area. All the fish that was served were all fresh. Nothing that I haven't tried before but that didn't bother me at all. Every cut was delicious and well executed. Chef shari ( sushi rice ) was fantastic and perfectly season. Here were some of the highlights from the omakase. Seared Kamasu ( Barracuda) Sashimi Snow Crab Chawanmushi Kinki Nigiri Kohada Nigiri Otoro Nigiri Anago Nigiri As always service was outstanding and professional. Chef Yoshimoto was very cool and friendly to talk to during our dinner. Overall I highly recommend trying out Sushi Tama Omakase. I'll definitely be doing it again. Thanks Chef!
Your typical minimalist omakase vibes with good quality sushi. Went on a weekend for dinner - would be wise to book reservations as it seemed to get pretty crowded. Parking is a bit annoying - there's a small amount of street parking, but likely you will need to park in the underground garage (and I don't recall them validating). Was sat immediately - was curious about the omakase for the day but did ask what sort of fish would be included and the restaurant wouldn't specify - so we opted to order à la carte instead. Ordered various typical nigiri sushi, a few seasonal pieces, as well as a crab handroll. The fish quality was good - I did enjoy the crab handroll and toro pieces quite a bit. The uni was ok - not as rich as I'd hope - but could be the season (the visit was in September). Reason for the rating: We asked a few times for water, to order additional food, and the check - so that dampened the vibe - the servers acknowledged us each time, but seems they were rushed to do some other things and forget about us. Additionally, it is a bit pricey for what we got - the quality was good, but think there's a "Beverly Hills tax" applied. I wouldn't recommend to go out of your way to visit - but if you are around the area and want good sushi, this isn't a bad spot.
I popped into here for lunch and was immediately impressed by the warm welcome--the staff here is truly exceptional. I started with my usual favorite, the A5 Wagyu sashimi. It was absolutely sublime, melting on the tongue with that signature rich, buttery finish. A perfect 5/5 start, as always. Next, I had nigiri though I'm ngl, I was expecting more sashimi. I ordered two pieces of hamachi (yellowtail), the least fatty tuna, and the medium fatty tuna (I avoid the full toro). I also had the salmon nigiri. The fish was undeniably fresh and tasty, but honestly, I spent the whole time chasing that 'wow' factor I find at one specific spot I hold dear. It didn't quite hit that unforgettable, transcendent high for me. That being said, the overall experience was fantastic. The service was attentive, the atmosphere was excellent, and the quality of the fish was still very high. This is a great spot for a refined lunch, and that A5 Wagyu alone is worth the trip. I'll definitely be back, perhaps for a sashimi-only focus next time!
Located across The Henry on Robertson, this intimate sushi spot was the perfect destination for our bookclub dinner night. We ordered everything our server recommended and by the end were so full! Food, ambiance and customer service was 5/5. Special shoutout to our server Naoko who not only went above and beyond with recommendations but great mannerisms when our table time limit was coming up and she even helped our friend with the baby stroller down the steps. Lastly their dessert ice cream sandwich was so unique I would recommend everyone try that. Cheers!
This is my second time here, but first time for counter omakase ($180). I love the look of this place, it's so cute! All the dishes and plates were pretty and all different. My friends even got to choose their own sake glasses out of a box with different options. Omakase was 18 courses and included not just sushi, but soups as well as cooked fish, dessert, and a handroll. I was veryyy full even after not even finishing some of the items. Service was very hands on as there were a lot of dishes to take away and sauces to bring. One thing that I did not appreciate is they didn't even ask still or sparkling water (trick question because answer is tap), but just started pouring Acqua Panna, which led to being charged an extra $18 for water. I wish they would have asked first. **Update: Their team reached out to me to provide a refund for the water we were charged! Was not expecting this, so was a nice touch!
This is the best Omakase that I've ever had. They import their fish directly from Japan, and you can really tell the quality and the taste of the fish are amazing. Everything was so thoughtful, the chef is extremely precise and intentional, and you can tell that he cares about his craft. The chef is also very friendly and super nice and easy to talk to and the customer service is wonderful. Every single fish is super tender and melts in your mouth, and they grind their wasabi fresh as well. I will 1000% be coming back.
The quality of the fish was so excellent,we also had the salmon, tuna, yellowtail, mackerel, octopus, and wagyu which were all very good. There is nothing in there you won't like. The service is also extremely attentive. I would absolutely go back.
Sushi Tama is located at the Robertson Plaza and serves up great sushi, in-fact I think this was some of the best sushi I've ever had. The ambiance/decor is sleek and minimalist made up of lots of wood and natural tones. Decor is non-existent. There is some outdoor dining available as well as indoor with tables and a sushi counter. The service was excellent on my first/recent visit a couple weeks ago and everyone was on top of things. Staff was very professional but friendly. The price point definitely matched the quality but it can be a bit pricey. We ordered quite a few things and everything was enjoyed by all. Somethings ordered but not limited to: Aburi Toro - Wow! This was so great. It's fatty tuna belly that's been partially grilled/seared using the aburi technique, so you get a nice cooked tuna with a raw inside. Edamame - Nicely cooked and a good portion to share. Custom nigiri plate - A custom plate with 10 pieces (chutoro, hirame, kinme, nodoguro, hamachi, sawara, katsuo, shima aji, sake, o-toro) was created and wow it was all so fresh and it all melted in my mouth. Kani hand roll - Nicely sized, average in taste but it was good. Parking options include street and garage parking.
went on a friday dinner to celebrate an anniversary. bar omakase was about $180 pp and total came out a little over $500 for two people. from service to food quality, everything was perfect. the price is a bit steep but i couldn't find anything wrong about the menu or service so its well worth the price portions were decently sized. 18 courses including dessert and every item was perfectly seasoned. i like how the sushi chef even asked if the rice and wasabi/ soy sauce ratio was to our liking. everyone has different preferences so i usually don't like when omakases don't accommodate but this place definitely did. my favorite was the uni and halibut sashimi. i've never had halibut that buttery soft overall a great experience read more
7 months ago
I can very picky about omakase, but to be honest I couldn't find anything wrong here! Sushi Tama is a small sushi restaurant toward the Beverly Hills area. They have a tiny patio, some small tables, and a sushi bar. Everything is decorated in a modern style. You can order à la carte or opt for the $100 table omakase or the full omakase experience at the sushi bar for $180. We did the $180 and I loved it. I think if you do the table omakase all the nigiri will be made at the bar and brought to you at once, but at the bar each piece will be presented to you as it's made. I thought each piece of nigiri and small dish was well balanced and presented well, and all the fish tasted fresh. I particularly loved the uni chawanmushi and monkfish liver. The chefs here are quite interactive, they will bring out the fish for you to take pictures, chat with you, and you can buy them a beer or share your sake with them out of respect if you'd like. Service was also impeccable, with dishes being cleared as soon as I finished and my sake cup and water being refilled constantly. I thought the $180 price tag on this was fair for the quality of the experience. read more
This was our first time in Omakase and it was a good experience. They didn't bring out the sushi piece by piece but several pieces came in 5-6 courses. The sushi was some of the freshest I've ever had. For the price, it was unbeatable. We left feeling satisfied. The service was the best service we've ever had to this day. Our waiter even folded the napkin onto my husband's lap! I would definitely go back read more
18 days ago
Omakase here was great! Our waitress explained what everything was, and every single bite was delicious. They were great with timing and bringing things out. Super cozy vibes in there. Went around 8:00 pm on a Monday night and there was plenty of street parking read more
11 months ago
The counter omakase experience was worth every penny! Each piece was carefully put together by our sushi chef and explained to us. I had a hard time remembering each specific name, but I can tell you that the taste for each item was incredible! So fresh and just melts in your mouth! There were a couple of creative items that were unique to the chef, and the dessert was also so delicious! I cannot tell you my favorite, but the handroll, the dessert, and a pate item was definitely up there for me! The ambiance is perfect for a special celebration with a small party, though I think you can have a large party if you reserve in advance? (Don't quote me on that.) Reservations are highly encouraged here to get the best experience. This is a location I'm 100% coming back to, as their omakase is very decently priced, and top notch quality! Thank you for the amazing experience, Sushi Tama! read more
Came here on a weeknight. The restaurant has a minimalist, modern vibe that's comfortable and not overly fancy. The restaurant wasn't too busy so we were seated right away. Instead of going with the omakase we decided to order a mix of items to try a bit of everything. We started with the aburi toro which was really good, fatty and delicious with the yuzu kosho cutting through. The hotate isobe style, torched scallops wrapped in seaweed, was another highlight of the night. For nigiri we tried hirame, aji, nodoguro, salmon, kohada, scallop, and akami. Everything was good, though the nodoguro stood out as the favorite for its flavor and torching. We also got the sanshoku don which came with about seven pieces of sashimi on top. The fish was a little thin and the amount of rice was a lot, even for someone who can eat. The ratio felt off and I found myself eating big spoonfuls of rice just to make a dent. Overall it's a nice spot for a date with decent sushi, but I wasn't blown away considering the price point. When pieces are $10+ each, I expect a bit more than what we got. Glad I tried it and I'd come back again, but not in a rush. read more
Finally!! After 5 long years coming here for lunch. I finally got to try Chef Yoshimoto omakase for my birthday and it didn't disappoint one bit. Chef Omakase 18 course including miso soup and dessert. The price is very reasonable, especially in this area. All the fish that was served were all fresh. Nothing that I haven't tried before but that didn't bother me at all. Every cut was delicious and well executed. Chef shari ( sushi rice ) was fantastic and perfectly season. Here were some of the highlights from the omakase. Seared Kamasu ( Barracuda) Sashimi Snow Crab Chawanmushi Kinki Nigiri Kohada Nigiri Otoro Nigiri Anago Nigiri As always service was outstanding and professional. Chef Yoshimoto was very cool and friendly to talk to during our dinner. Overall I highly recommend trying out Sushi Tama Omakase. I'll definitely be doing it again. Thanks Chef! read more
Your typical minimalist omakase vibes with good quality sushi. Went on a weekend for dinner - would be wise to book reservations as it seemed to get pretty crowded. Parking is a bit annoying - there's a small amount of street parking, but likely you will need to park in the underground garage (and I don't recall them validating). Was sat immediately - was curious about the omakase for the day but did ask what sort of fish would be included and the restaurant wouldn't specify - so we opted to order à la carte instead. Ordered various typical nigiri sushi, a few seasonal pieces, as well as a crab handroll. The fish quality was good - I did enjoy the crab handroll and toro pieces quite a bit. The uni was ok - not as rich as I'd hope - but could be the season (the visit was in September). Reason for the rating: We asked a few times for water, to order additional food, and the check - so that dampened the vibe - the servers acknowledged us each time, but seems they were rushed to do some other things and forget about us. Additionally, it is a bit pricey for what we got - the quality was good, but think there's a "Beverly Hills tax" applied. I wouldn't recommend to go out of your way to visit - but if you are around the area and want good sushi, this isn't a bad spot. read more
1 year ago
I popped into here for lunch and was immediately impressed by the warm welcome--the staff here is truly exceptional. I started with my usual favorite, the A5 Wagyu sashimi. It was absolutely sublime, melting on the tongue with that signature rich, buttery finish. A perfect 5/5 start, as always. Next, I had nigiri though I'm ngl, I was expecting more sashimi. I ordered two pieces of hamachi (yellowtail), the least fatty tuna, and the medium fatty tuna (I avoid the full toro). I also had the salmon nigiri. The fish was undeniably fresh and tasty, but honestly, I spent the whole time chasing that 'wow' factor I find at one specific spot I hold dear. It didn't quite hit that unforgettable, transcendent high for me. That being said, the overall experience was fantastic. The service was attentive, the atmosphere was excellent, and the quality of the fish was still very high. This is a great spot for a refined lunch, and that A5 Wagyu alone is worth the trip. I'll definitely be back, perhaps for a sashimi-only focus next time! read more
2 months ago
A truly stand out sushi restaurant in an area that has no shortage of good sushi. The quality of the fish and attention to detail by Chef Yoshi was incredible. If you are craving authentic, top notch sushi in a friendly atmosphere, go to Sushi Tama. read more
Located across The Henry on Robertson, this intimate sushi spot was the perfect destination for our bookclub dinner night. We ordered everything our server recommended and by the end were so full! Food, ambiance and customer service was 5/5. Special shoutout to our server Naoko who not only went above and beyond with recommendations but great mannerisms when our table time limit was coming up and she even helped our friend with the baby stroller down the steps. Lastly their dessert ice cream sandwich was so unique I would recommend everyone try that. Cheers! read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
This is my second time here, but first time for counter omakase ($180). I love the look of this place, it's so cute! All the dishes and plates were pretty and all different. My friends even got to choose their own sake glasses out of a box with different options. Omakase was 18 courses and included not just sushi, but soups as well as cooked fish, dessert, and a handroll. I was veryyy full even after not even finishing some of the items. Service was very hands on as there were a lot of dishes to take away and sauces to bring. One thing that I did not appreciate is they didn't even ask still or sparkling water (trick question because answer is tap), but just started pouring Acqua Panna, which led to being charged an extra $18 for water. I wish they would have asked first. **Update: Their team reached out to me to provide a refund for the water we were charged! Was not expecting this, so was a nice touch! read more
This is the best Omakase that I've ever had. They import their fish directly from Japan, and you can really tell the quality and the taste of the fish are amazing. Everything was so thoughtful, the chef is extremely precise and intentional, and you can tell that he cares about his craft. The chef is also very friendly and super nice and easy to talk to and the customer service is wonderful. Every single fish is super tender and melts in your mouth, and they grind their wasabi fresh as well. I will 1000% be coming back. read more
1 year ago
The quality of the fish was so excellent,we also had the salmon, tuna, yellowtail, mackerel, octopus, and wagyu which were all very good. There is nothing in there you won't like. The service is also extremely attentive. I would absolutely go back. read more
8 months ago
Sushi Tama is located at the Robertson Plaza and serves up great sushi, in-fact I think this was some of the best sushi I've ever had. The ambiance/decor is sleek and minimalist made up of lots of wood and natural tones. Decor is non-existent. There is some outdoor dining available as well as indoor with tables and a sushi counter. The service was excellent on my first/recent visit a couple weeks ago and everyone was on top of things. Staff was very professional but friendly. The price point definitely matched the quality but it can be a bit pricey. We ordered quite a few things and everything was enjoyed by all. Somethings ordered but not limited to: Aburi Toro - Wow! This was so great. It's fatty tuna belly that's been partially grilled/seared using the aburi technique, so you get a nice cooked tuna with a raw inside. Edamame - Nicely cooked and a good portion to share. Custom nigiri plate - A custom plate with 10 pieces (chutoro, hirame, kinme, nodoguro, hamachi, sawara, katsuo, shima aji, sake, o-toro) was created and wow it was all so fresh and it all melted in my mouth. Kani hand roll - Nicely sized, average in taste but it was good. Parking options include street and garage parking. read more
9 months ago
I've been coming here for years and it is still one of my favorite sushi places in Los Angeles. The fish is super high-quality and they have a great variety nigiri choices. I also love the clean minimalist aesthetic. The staff is so nice and professional. We love this place and will continue to go. read more
9 months ago
I go to Japan once a month, but this was up there among the best. Wish it were in the west side! read more
What an amazing 18 course tasting menu prepared by chef Yoshi! My fiance and I went here for Friday night date night while visiting LA. We are looking forward to this Sushi tasting all week! And it outweighed my expectations! I loved the featured Shamu Shabu which was wagyu Style beef. Some of my favorite sushi rolls or the medium fatty tuna, shrimp, and uni! I loved the large chunks of fresh ginger per pallet cleanser between each bite. I always love watching Fresh Wasabi be made in front of me too, I feel like it's such a beautiful delicacy and just tastes so much better when you see your food prepared in front of you. What a wonderful experience! Highly recommend it to any sushi lover visiting LA! read more
11 months ago
10 months ago
Omakase with a minimalist vibe. When you order sake service they let you pick a unique sake glass and they have different options so everyone can have their own unique glass. The sushi was amazing quality prepared with great thought and care! They explain every dish to you as it comes to you. Very filling but the taste left me wanting more! If you want to sit at the sushi bar, I recommend going with a smaller group. Definitely make reservations when you go! read more
2 months ago
1 year ago
I tell you what, this place is unbelievable!! The top tier service is out of this world! When I sat down the waitress put the table cloth on my lap, opened the hand sanitizer wrap and told me to clean my hands for the sushi. Then I used the bathroom and guess what, they have a bidet toilet!!! Even the toilet seat was warm! Now on to the food, the main reason why I came here is bc this place has fresh real wasabi root that turns into the wasabi. They grind the root into the green wasabi. I ordered the Toro aka fatty tuna, jumbo scallops, and oysters. The appetizers of oysters were 4 at $16. And wow they tasted so amazingly good. The Toro tuna melted in my mouth! It was so freaking fresh, it's out of this world. This tuna you could cut it with a spoon it's that soft. Next was the jumbo scallops. They tasted like a melted goodness something. I am glad that I ordered two of them! The last item I tried was uni. I've ordered that before at different restaurants but I could never swallow them, BUT this place was totally different.... Not only did I eat it, but I enjoyed it as well! They were nice and cold, I think that's why. I am going to post a video of the review as well. This place is so worth it. read more
2 years ago
Highly recommend Sushi Tama. The fish was super fresh and delicious and we really enjoyed the specials for the night. The aburi toro was absolutely delicious - seared on the outside and raw on the inside - the best of both worlds! Another standout was also the clam miso, super fresh and the clam was a perfect comparison for miso. Service was also great, our waiter was very attentive. We made a reservation day of and sat outside, which was really nice. Can't wait to come back and try their omakase or the chefs table! read more
2 years ago
Had a great dinner experience at Sushi Tama. From the moment I sat down, I knew the service would be amazing. Our waiter, Dino, was excellent! He folded my napkin and placed it on my lap! Like what?! I was impressed! Food was delicious! My favorites were the big tuna roll and the wagyu handroll. Highly recommend both. Even the soy sauce tasted better than your standard soy sauce. I love how you can watch the sushi chefs work during dinner. Relaxing jazz music played while we ate. Restrooms were clean and modern. It was an all around dope experience, and I plan on coming back! read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
two yr anniversary omakase special w/ the boyfriend! i lowk feel unqualified to give proper descriptions & notes on specific pieces, but every piece liiiitchhhh melted in ur mouth!!! for the nigiris, there were hidden pieces of wasabi under the fish, but we didn't know which one so it was like a game of roulette LOL first time having uni and was very shocked to get the explosion of cream and butteriness. overall super high quality as expected and service was top notch ++++ !!! read more
My fiancé and I were celebrating our 7 year anniversary and we heard about this place from social media. We were able to make a day of reservation for Thursday evening at the sushi bar. We really wanted to try the omakase experience so we were happy to see that the sushi bar had reservations available. Parking is typical West Hollywood parking which can be difficult but we were able to find a metered spot after driving around for 5 minutes. The hostess immediately seated us upon check in and the sushi chef greeted us with a big smile. I can't remember the names of all the sushi but they did not stop coming. We loved seeing each piece get built right in front of us and you could see how fresh the fish was. I have to say the uni was my favorite. We had the opportunity to reorder any of the dishes that were served to us but we were already very full. We wrapped it up with a cream puff which tasted delicious. Overall, I would come back but for the a la carte menu as the omakase experience was pretty pricey. read more
1 year ago
10/10. Came for valentine's day fixed omakase menu. Melt in your mouth good, enjoyable atmosphere, and excellent service! read more
10 months ago
Super sad that I made the mistake and didn't book the Omakase! If you do, make sure you select the 6 or 8 pm and make sure it's Omakase and not just Sushi Counter. I didn't realize that ahead of time and missed it since my search was for 7 pm and assumed that you could get Omakase as long as you were at the counter. Anyways, this is an elegant and minimalistic place that showcases some of the best of Japanese cuisine. We just ended ordering some items from the menu and it was good, but we weren't too knowledgeable to really optimize it. Really enjoyed the Big Salmon Roll and Oysters. The Chirashi bowl was yummy and filling as well with such fresh pieces of fish. I will make it back to try out the Omakase!! read more
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116 North Robertson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Beverly Grove
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Why are there so many reservation spots available on Resy? Even for this coming weekend which is just a couple of days away, they have availability every 15 mins from open until closing time. Is this a bad sign?
They get busy. Recommend making that reservation still
Do they serve alcohol? like hot sake and beer?
They do! They have a couple varieties of both, and their house hot sake is delicious
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