Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: Beverly Hills

I've been to several of the Michelin-starred sushi restaurants in the LA area (Sushi Ginza, Nozawa Bar), and this place not only holds its own with them, but in many ways *surpasses* them both in terms of the quality of the dishes and the overall experience. Among other things, this menu is much more *flavorful* than the dishes you get at other Omakase places, showing more creativity in preparation and use of ingredients. The staff also does a great job of livening up the atmosphere while you're enjoying your dishes.

Our favorite dishes were the Toro and the Wagyu, but all of them were amazing (though remember to substitute the Uni if you don't like Uni!).

Thoroughly enjoyed it, and highly recommend it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had an incredible omakase experience at the Sushi by Scratch Restaurants. The atmosphere was very fun and communal, with only about 9 seats, which guaranteed a very intimate experience. All the courses were tasty and had distinct flavor. Definitely adding it to my list of favorites to be back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Albacore, Wagyu

5 stars

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This was one in a lifetime experience. Walking into the special enormous room at the hotel... the incredible view took my breath away. I was shocked by the greeter as she called me by name and escorted me to a bar where I got to try the welcome drink which was refreshing and tasteful. I enjoyed how the chef and team made this personal and told stories about each piece of sushi they created. I enjoyed every single piece of it and to my surprised I was satisfied but never felt like I feel each time I go to other sushi restaurants (feeling blowed or like passing out after eating so much rice). The way they prepare the rice is not as sticky thus you are supposed to eat it with your hands. But they provide a wet towel for you to clean your hands constantly. The bartender was next level and I really enjoyed how attentive he was to what I wanted. I also enjoye the personal connection with other people in the 10 member group who was there that evening. What I really enjoyed was seeing my name written correctly and spelled as I spell my name next to each personalized bite.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5