17 Best Sushi Bars in Pasadena

“The service, the food, the environment and the kindness and efficiency of our server tonight! 😋👍“

“Oji is my favorite sushi spot in the area!!! I say that as someone who is picky about their sushi. Decent prices with the freshest mouth watering sushi! I usually order mostly sashimi and the sashimi here is always fresh and DELICIOUS! But it’s not just the sushi thats great here. The garlic edamame the agedashi tofu (haven’t been to a place that does it better) the dragon roll… honestly nothing on the menu is ever bad. Of course with sushi it’s always best to eat at the restaurant ( but even take out from here the sushi stands up). When you eat in the restaurant you also get to enjoy the atmosphere. When you step into the restaurant it’s obvious the owners put a lot of thought and effort into the place. While still casual it has a uniquely pleasant vibe. Also the service is great here too! If you’re up for some delicious cold sake, try the sho une junmai dajingo it’s ‘chef’s kiss’. To sum it all up, everything about this place is fantastic and you should definitely make this place your next sushi spot!“

“amazing food, service and ambiance!“

“Update after 2 years — still the best sushi I’ve had.
I wrote a long review a couple of years ago praising SUGARFISH as the best sushi I’d ever eaten. Just came back for a friend’s birthday and happy to report it’s still just as amazing the second time around.

We ordered the “Trust Me / Just Eat” set menu — absolutely delicious, perfectly prepared, and incredibly consistent with my first visit. Fresh fish, clean flavors, and that signature SUGARFISH quality that’s hard to beat.

Love seeing a place maintain such a high standard over time. Still a favorite.“

“Salad Dressing is amazing. Parking is horrible. They said 10-15 for my order. 25 minutes and I got a $52 Parking Citation🤬🤬🤬🤬“

“This place is legit. Super nice fish served at the right temp. The quality/cuts of fish are up there with the best of them. They take care in what they do and know who they are. Service is very attentive and caring. Sushi chefs always go the extra mile with us and really make us feel welcome, seen and appreciated. The prices are friendly. Love this place. Oh yea, and they are open late!“

“Neighborhood’s Japanese Restaurant with good Value !“

“This place does Japanese AND Thai food?! So let’s see if they’re pretty good eh or ew. I got their spicy tuna and imitation crab crispy rice, dragon roll, and chicken pad Thai to try. The spicy tuna was smooth, not fishy, not really spicy, and pretty limey. The imitation crab mixture was mellow, not fishy or stringy, and was a little mayoy. The rice on the bottom was lightly crispity crunchity and chewy. The dragon roll was filled with more of that imitation crab mix and crunchy briney not fishy masago and was topped with a thin layer of creamy avocado, fatty skin on eel, and sweet drizzle. Wasn’t the biggest fan of the eel skin. The pad Thai came fresh crunchy iceberg lettuce topped with like a peanut sauce dressing. The pad Thai itself was nicely sweet, savory, and tangy and had chewy springy rice noodles, crunchy bean sprouts and a decent amount of a bit dry chicken breast, egg, and bean curd. They’re family owned, everyone here is super nice, and everything tasted really fresh, clean, and not fishy which I like. Overall this place is lowkey pretty good.

Crispy rice $8.50
Dragon roll $19
Chicken pad Thai $21.50“

“I had a great experience at Sushi Stop Pasadena! The service was smooth from the moment I walked in, and everything felt well-organized and efficient.
My server, Shun (Wine), was especially attentive and professional. She took the time to answer my questions about the menu and even clarified whether I had a dietary restriction or just a preference. I mentioned that I don’t eat carrots, and she made sure my mini chicken curry was prepared without them, which I really appreciated. That level of care made the experience feel more personalized.
The food was fresh and came out quickly. I ordered takoyaki, a mini chicken curry, and a couple of hand rolls, and everything was well-presented and flavorful. Dessert was also a highlight, and I liked that they offered a promotion with a complimentary dessert and discount.
Overall, the service was friendly, the food was solid, and the experience was great. I would definitely come back again!“

“If you like Sushi like I like Sushi this is the place with their AYCE menu. Laura is an amazing person to know, great energy. The staff is very attentive and knowledgeable, I always enjoy going there. When you go tell them you read Don's review, thanks! Enjoy“

“Pleasantly surprised by this sushi place, the experience was really great. The quality of the ingredients is good and everything was very delicious. They have a conveyor belt for added fun but most of the time they just bring you the dishes. The portions are big and prices are fair. Staff are very friendly and hard working, interior is beautifully decorated and clean.“

“The food was delicious, One of the best sushi in Pasadena“

“This place was awesome. the fish was extremely good and the service was fast. I'm not sure why it is rated so poorly, but I had a wonderful experience here and I would definitely return if I lived in the area!“

“Honestly, the best sushi experience I’ve had in a minute! The fish quality is insane—everything tasted so fresh and literally melted in my mouth. I’m super picky about my sushi, but they absolutely nailed it. The atmosphere is such a vibe, and the presentation of the rolls was just stunning. Definitely found my new go-to dinner spot! 🍣✨“

“The hamachi serrano is perfection!“

“Best sushi on the West Side ❤️“

“Always an amazing time here. Been coming to this location for years now. Service is second to none and food is delicious.“