“I've been here 3 times now, and Wow, just wow.The food is delicious, the prices aren't ridiculous, service has always been very friendly, and the little venue is a vibe. So look around when you're sitting down and enjoy the ambiance.What more is there to ask?I literally started a Google maps list of "THE(my favorite) Restaurants" that I recommend to people just because I liked everything this place had to offer so much.For those who like eel rolls... The Dungeons and Dragons roll.... ✨Chef's kiss✨I've always gone and just shared among the table family style so the bill is probably a little higher for my groups, but like I said I was impressed.They've also got some good hot sake.“
“I was so impressed by this hidden gem. Some of the best sushi I've ever had. Very unique rolls paired alongside classics. Incredible presentation. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. I highly recommend the Orange Crush Roll with their signature Snowcone sauce!“
“If you are going to eat any sushi in Hermosa or Manhattan Beach it better be Fusion Sushi at Hermosa!!! We get the sushi blossom, yellow tail star roll, and dynamite roll, and ITS THE BEST TRIO EVER. Love the servers and the food is exceptional <3“
“Why this is my favorite sushi place:1) They always play bangers here2) the drinks are cheap and strong3) the food is FANTASTIC4) the staff are accommodating and friendly. They will remember you! Perfect hole in the wall place to take your friends and family when they visit.“
“Okay nothing this good should be in Redondo Beach but it is? Shame on all of the other pretenders. It’s just that superb. Chef Jen scales the culinary heights of Parnassus with ease and grace. A superb experience! You have to slow down and adjust to the tempo of the space and service. You have no better place to go! Trust me!“
“My go-to place for sushi when I happen to be in LA. There are no reservations, so you typically have to wait, but for not a lot of time. They have the right match of service people to tables and their system works well. The fish is always fresh and the tip is a flat rate on the bill at 16%. It’s a pretty small place, so probably not good for groups larger than 6 or with picky eaters (this is a sushi restaurant and doesn’t have too much else). The only ding is the their app sometimes calls you for your table too early and you have to wait in the restaurant before they call you back up.“
“Everything is of the highest quality! The atmosphere is very pleasant and the food is completely fresh. I ordered 3 dishes and they were all served fresh and with a simple and beautiful presentation! Great experience, I will definitely be back!“
“First time visiting and we had the omakase. The staff welcomed us like they have known us for years as soon as we walked in. The service throughout the omakase was amazing and the sushi was the best weve had since visiting Japan! Toshisan is passionate and friendly. Cant wait to go back asap! I wish I could keep Toshi Sushi to myself and not tell anyone about it, but they deserve to be successful so I chose to write this review. We are incredibly lucky to have sushi of this quality, at s reasonable price, and in Gardena no less. If you're reading this, dont think about it any longer and just go.“
“Fresh sushi at a reasonable price. We were travelling to the LA area from Ontario, Canada and were eager to try sushi in California. This place popped up on our radar and did not disappoint. The sushi is super fresh, great quality, customer service is very attentive and food came promptly. You can tell this place is busy and for good reason!Parking: We were able to get a spot in the parking lot where this place is situated in the mall.“
“Went back to back days because of the food was so good. The service was impeccable as well as the drinks. The lovely hostess was able to seat me despite it being super packed and I did not have a reservation. Definitely a revisit when in LA!“
“I wanted to let you know about our recent dining experience at Irori Shushi. Jess was our waitress, and I must say that she provided exceptional service. Not only was she attentive and friendly, but her recommendations for our meal were outstanding. Every dish she suggested was absolutely delicious. I wanted to take a moment to commend Jess for her professionalism and expertise. She truly made our dining experience memorable and enjoyable. Her knowledge of the menu and her ability to make recommendations based on our preferences was impressive. In light of our positive experience with Jess, I wanted to share my recommendation with you. If anyone ever asks me if they should come to your restaurant for sushi, I will definitely tell them to ask for Jess. She made a significant impact on our dining experience, and I believe she is a valuable asset to your team. Thank you for providing such a wonderful dining experience. We will definitely be back in the future.“
“Great service! The lady at the register is so sweet with everyone who walks in the door. The sushi was fresh and priced reasonably. My favorite was the Tiger Roll. This place is more for takeout, they have a small seating area but no table service. Order at the register and pick up your order. I only knocked down one star for the wait time. I was told 20mins and it was more like 45mins. They seem really busy so I'd recommend to call ahead or expect to wait. Also, there is a 3.95% card fee if using a credit card so I paid with cash. I'll definitely return.“
“Every single bite was delicious. Great service with well thought sequences of dishes. Interior was clean and woody. Reminds me of traditional sushi restaurant in Japan. Dishes and glassware were cute and were hand picked by chef's wife. Must try!“
“Can't believe this has been around the corner for years and we didn't know. Neighborhood spot, quirky but unpretentious, friendly waiter Daniel and the food was great. Fish was all quality, the karaage was flavorful, and the shrimp tempura in the bento set came out of left field as some of the best I've had between sawtelle and gardena/torrance. Have not been when it's slammed, but this will easily replace our go to's in Manhattan Beach.“
“This is probably the most popular place to get your lunch at from students and faculty at El Camino College. Every meeting I'm at around lunch time I see someone eating from Mr. H. I really love their spamasubi and their miso soup. It reminds me of my high school days when people would sell spamasubi from their backpacks. The place has a few tables and chairs to sit on if you are looking to dine in or wait for your food. Cool thing about their service too is they have a buzzer for when your food is ready. Sometimes it takes a little long to get the food to come out but it's always hot and ready to eat when they do.“
“Great food and beautiful interior! The best plant based place I have ever tried. The flavors are amazing and they have something for everyone. Def a must try. Service was good and attentive. The food is very creative and plated beautifully. And again the interior design is worth a visit all on its own.“
“We sat at the communal table and enjoyed looking at the aesthetically pleasing feasts our neighbors ordered! We shared a bento box with fresh sashimi, crispy tempura, and warm side meats served with colorful condiments. Once we placed our name on the waitlist, we enjoyed a stroll until our number was called. The portions are generous, and the atmosphere is friendly, both from guests and servers. Next time, we will order the soups and noodle combinations.“
“This is the second time I've brought some clients in for dinner and it was EVERY BIT AS GOOD AS THE FIRST TIME!! The quality of the fish is top notch, and the staff and chefs are professional, outgoing, and attentive. I live up in the San Ferndando Valley, but won't hesitate to make the drive into traffic on the 405 to eat here again and again. Well done Sushi Enya, and we'll be seeing you soon!“
“Best omakase for the value in South Bay. Owned by a Japanese husband and wife duo in a strip mall corner. Parking has always been available every time we’ve been here, and we’ve came over 6+ times now. Go often and keep them in business for years to come!“
“Humble mom and pop sushi shop with yummy, fresh, made to order sushi. Best part: at supermarket prices! They have to compete with the likes of Nijiya, Tokyo Central, and Mitsuwa nearby, so they have brought their A game. Bonus: the interior decor is a must for any baseball fan! No interior dining yet since Covid, so don't be late to your potluck with your mom and pop sushi! Let the adorable sushi clock lead you“
“it's worth seeking out Kurisaki, probably the best sushi we've had in LA, at least since the 90s when we used to go out to San Bernadino. There's a lot of choice here, delicacies you won't find on menus you might put some blind faith on... The service is super friendly. Next time in LA we will be back.“
“Sushi Island is a great place to eat at! Most of the time, I order takeout and I usually get the same thing every time. I order a combination plate with Japanese style meatballs and sesame chicken. The meal comes with rice, salad and miso soup on the side. The food is delicious and the people who work there are always nice and helpful! I love coming here and will continue to do so. I definitely recommend eating here if you haven't tried it yet. :-)“
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“Pretty good, you can get a decent variety for a more affordable price with the set menus (5, 6 piece). We got the Nozie, you can ask the server what it includes because it might vary, but ours included eel, yamaimo, uni, salmon, and a couple of others. They were all solid, my one critique would be that there could be more of the fillings to really get more of a taste of them.The rice and seaweed were great, they make each hand roll fresh after you eat the previous one so the seaweed doesn't get soggy which is really considerate for a consistent experience.“
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“Absolutely outstanding! Some of the best sushi I’ve ever had. It didn’t taste like it was boxed or frozen at all! It was simply delicious. The atmosphere actually felt like a restaurant in Japan. The service was excellent, with some of the staff actually being Japanese, so I pulled out my skills and tried to speak the language. Overall: everyone was kind, the food was delicious, and I couldn’t find anything wrong with this restaurant. Highly recommend!!“
“If you are looking for amazing atmosphere, excellent service, location and excellent food, this place is for you. It been our favorite place consistently for 2 years and is 10 out if 10.Try their lobster baked roll and these will blow you away. Today we also tried no rice sushi wrapped in cucumber and these are amazing for calorie conscious people. They are delicious!“
“While strolling down the street, my partner and I stumbled upon a picturesque green oasis, adorned with lush trees and verdant bushes. The exquisite design captivated us, prompting a spontaneous decision to pause and indulge in a delightful lunch. Every dish we savored was a culinary delight, complemented by a cozy and enchanting atmosphere that enhanced our dining experience.“
“They're this small mom and pop shop and it's really just so so cute!She's super friendly and sweet (i believe its the owner?)I wasnt that hungry but got one roll, and omg it was delicious.I def am coming back here- and knowing it's a small shop, it makes me wanna support even more.its a to go place tho i think? but just take it, walk down to the beach and have sushi by the beach. in the sand. 10/10“
“TL;DR Solid (hand and cut) rolls, sashimi and overall experience, no complaints Story: Been here for the second time after about ~6 months. Both times with family, both times seated pretty promptly. Ambiance: Parking hasn't been a problem both times, but the lot only takes ~10 or less cars. Service was adequate as more folks filtered in (cater your expectations to a restaurant with a few waiters) Generally clean (restroom was fine), and I didn't feel uncomfortable with any of the decor/music/lack of anything Food: Definitely solid roll choices, they have other things like teriyaki but can only comment on the fish/rolls Soy paper and rice less options are appreciated I'm all for handrolls and these hand rolls are definitely hefty (Lobster hand roll/Vicky hand rolls were very solid) Rolls were good and fish was relatively fresh (no complaints) Value: Decent value considering the quality of the fish and that it's a sushi roll place, would definitely give this place a chance if you're in the mood for a solid roll (but shout out to those large hand rolls).“
“I can only speak from a food pick up perspective, but for the affordable price point it's Soo good! definitely recommend their California roll, salmon skin and Philadelphia roll! We typically get four roll and two miso soups which is just perfect for us and for about ~$50 for a whole meal for two not bad at all! definitely will eat in next opportunity“
“Been coming here for years and just came here and tried their fried rice and yakisoba special ($14.95). The fried rice was actually shrimp fried rice, although the shrimp were tiny, the flavor was good. The beef yakisoba was flavorful and plentiful, stuffed me up. My little one got the #14, chicken teriyaki with California roll, a staple! If you've never been to Sachi, they are known for their smoked teriyaki. I must say, the smokiness gives this teriyaki a unique umami flavor! The service has always been friendly and helpful. They have three tiny tables inside and some more seating outside. Will be coming back as usual...“
“I'm a very big sushi lover, so I was recommended to try this place out. Oh boy, i was not let down!!!! Super friendly, great hospitality, good vibes, amazing sake, ?? ? ?? ??.... I recommend trying both the red dragon & regular dragon roll!?“
“A wonderful place with amazing food, we came here because the kids wanted sushi rolls while the grownups wanted Peruvian food, the selection was amazing the rolls are very creative with a Peruvian flair, we tried the Acivochado roll which by the name you can tell what it is, it was absolutely amazing and the other dishes were also great. Overall great food, fast and friendly service and definitely affordable. Highly recommended.“
“I randomly stopped in here to grab some take out. They were only going to be open for another 20 mins. They greeted me with smiles even though they were about to close. While waiting for my take out I noticed just how vibrant the environment was. And it all centered on the two main chefs at the front that night they were very energetic and full of laughs and smiles with the other customers. I will definitely try to come here more if my work schedule lets me.“
“We do recommend using the yelp waitlist for this restaurant. This allowed us to get seated immediately.The service food and vibes are all well here!We got a total of 4 things:Jalapeño Bombs- great appetizers although some pieces were spicier than others.Lomita Roll- this was our favorite roll, it had a good mix of crunch and soft on the roll.King Kong Roll - this one was also good but lots of creamy texture, if you don’t like creamy texture I would recommend another rollCali Tempura Roll- this one was a safe bet roll and really good to get!All this and glass of water + sprite came out to $60~ which isn’t bad for pretty great sushi!“
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“Everyone at the table agreed this was some of the best sushi we had ever had! In addition to the excellent food, the service was outstanding. Even though the restaurant was very busy, some of our starters came out so fast, which was satisfying because we were all very hungry! I really appreciated that the waiter helped us pick our dishes and decide how much to order for the table. The experience from start to finish was five stars, thank you for having us!“
“Been here twice for dinner and once for lunch within a few weeks.Lunch specials are a bargain.For dinner, am a fan of their:Hybrid RollShogun Warrior RollSeared Ono Roll was just okay, probably won’t order again; not bad but not as wonderful as I had hoped.Not a fan of their crab rolls—too much mayonnaise for my taste.“
“Our family unanimously savored the finest teriyaki, flawlessly prepared chicken and beef paired with perfect rice. The to-go packaging was meticulous, including all essential condiments. I highly recommend experiencing it yourself; each dish is cooked to order. Opt for online ordering to skip the wait and relish a culinary delight!“
“Old school nostalgia in a box. Take out and cash only, phone orders preferred. Lucky i went on a weekday on my last trip to Gardena and ordered up a 10 piece sushi box with the popular items walking up, the lady at the counter handpicked them for me ?No joke, this family owned business has been around since 1962. The California roll is straight bussin. Fresh avos and real shrimp used. Dunno how much longer theyll be around but im happy i got to eat here again 5 stars?Parking: Parking on street or in the back of the building.“
“Sushi was excellent, service was top-notch, staff was friendly. Only thing I would say knocked it down a rating was the calamari appetizer could have used a bit more flavor but I am being very picky. Still finished the whole thing! Not from the area but if I come back, I would go back here. They played electronic music, which I personally love, but can see how some folks may not like the vibe because of the music.“
“A small family run izakaya tucked into the far end corner of a strip of restaurants. Easy to overlook if one drives by too quickly. Run by an older couple, it has a very cosy atmosphere with authentic izakaya style tapas. The seabream and kohada was very fresh the day we went, the tuna was prepped well. The sashimi was properly cut and everything was exquisitely prepared by the owner chef.“
“When I first walked in I was a little leary as there were only a couple of tables with people at them. My opinion quickly changed as the flavor of the food and the service was really good. This is a little hole in the wall place but I would definitely go back and recommend it.“
“Details... there are many Sushi spots but Japonica has someone experimenting.The Soy Sauce on the table is an example of this. This option of a Smokey flavor on some dishes gives a different complexity than normal Soy Sauce. Then Dessert.... try the Mochi Strawberry ? I would return just for this reason. Then Service.... fast during Happy Hour and attentive. Japonica for me continues to be on my top 5 places to try in Los Angeles. I can go on but I have to finish my dessert.“
“This place is about as legit as it gets for me. I spent a bit of time in Japan lusting over the food and I was skeptical I could find the same attention to detail in the US but here it is (at least to my western taste buds). Every dish has character. It can get busy so don't expect walk ins to always work out, there is bar seating too if you want to come as a single and be comfortable. The servers are great as well. About 4 items is a full meal.“
“Cute spot. Sweet staff with warm greetings. Rolls were perfect. The cucumber salad is my new favorite dish, very simple. We will be back. The place is small. That isn’t a bad thing but you might have to wait if your party is larger than two people.“
“The servers are incredibly attentive and warm. Lots of tables inside and out. Very friendly vibe! The chefs always greet everyone. I had the top secret roll (which didn't sit well with my stomach and didn't love how the white fish tasted which is why 4 stars) and the Mega Omega roll which I loved (5 stars). The flavors were wonderful overall and the presentation was beautiful. I would go back and try other rolls for sure. They have a fun menu with lots of creative sushi rolls.“
“Excellent service! Beautiful ambience . Wide selection of Thai or Japanese food . I was given to try a fried salmon sushi in a light sweet sauce as a appetizer . I ordered a eel hand roll though it came unrolled it had more pieces of the cooked eel then I usually get in a cone shaped hand roll . Ordered a cooked Yellowtail Collar with a squeeze of lemon it was fine . The plum wine was delicious and reasonable . Going back today to try the Thai food .“
Japanese • $$
“Sakura is just one of those authentic, under the radar, all around great Japanese restaurants that are all to rare to find these days. This place is a local staple and provides the highest quality fish at great price. Not sure where else in LA that you can still get a phenomenal Chirashi bowl for $26! Why would I go anywhere else?“
“This place is such a hidden gem! In a cute little shopping center you can barely see off the main road that I've passed a million times and never knew was there. Some of the best, freshest, most glorious sushi and uni dishes I've ever had! Seriously try this place immediately! Beautiful interior and great service, but the food was the star!“
“This Matsui restaurant is small, nice & clean. The employees were great fast paced. Definitely the owner was excellent!! Super busy!! The food was amazing well cooked. You can’t go wrong. The sushi was alright but Go Go Matsui bowl & the cold soba was a bomb. Totally insane. I really liked it. Come early in the morning before the customers arrive. The seat gets full at all times.“
“Nice quick stop for a rice bowl, turned out to be a high quality bento style plate with salad and tempura to boot! What a pleasant surprise the house dressing was amazing and we really appreciated the light application of teriyaki sauce so we could add more later at the table if desired. I had dark meat well done, husband ordered white. What a huge meat portion, we had leftovers and only spent $23 on lunch.“