20 Best Japanese Restaurants in Studio City

“Everything was amazing from the service to the food and sushi and the environment is unassuming and comfortable. Top notch!“

“Salmon Ikura dish is amazing! So much flavor!“

“Must get sushi, but don’t forget the corn tempura and momotaro tomato (seasonal). Awesome sake selection too.“

“We’ve been going to Daichan for decades and they never disappoint. The quirky Japanese decor, the kindness and care of the serving staff, and the quality of the food have all remained constant over the three decades Daichan has been serving Angelenos. They have become part of our family. ❤❤❤“

“I had an incredible meal here recently. The ramen was absolutely fantastic and hit the spot perfectly.

I was especially impressed by the bowl topped with fresh cilantro and a bright lime wedge. The broth had such a deep, rich flavor that kept me coming back for more. Everything was served in beautiful, unique bowls that made the experience feel special.

I cannot wait to come back for another round. It is easily one of my favorite spots on Ventura Boulevard.“

“Fresh and delicious nigiri and sashimi and great value for the top quality sushi. Love the Chefs and the entire team is so welcoming and kind. Great place for a special occasion or a dinner for 2 at the sushi bar. Our favorite sushi restaurant in LA!“

“Really good food fresh and the ramen is soooooo yummy“

“Gorgeous restaurant! Aesthetically very beautiful and the food delivered!! We got the oxtail bao, crispy rice, Leona sushi roll, the fusion baked sushi roll with carbonara sauce, and cocktails! This place is the must in the valley! The outdoor patio is also stunning!! we will definitely be back“

“This place is the Go-To spot for sushi.. always fresh and delicious 😋“

“Katsu-ya is my neighborhood sushi spot, and it is a good one. This is not the place you go when you want the best sushi of your life or a meal that is going to blow your mind. This is where you go when you want good, consistent sushi any day of the week.

It is the Toyota Avalon of sushi restaurants, on the upper end of reliable, and I go there constantly. They are always busy and have many celebrity clients, if that matters to you. Service is consistently great as well. If you want a table, it is best to make a reservation since they are often very busy.“

“Katsu-Ya seriously exceeded expectations, especially for takeout sushi. Everything was packaged beautifully and the fish quality was extremely fresh from the moment we opened everything up.

I ordered toro belly, yellowtail, albacore nigiri, a yellowtail crudo-style dish topped with crispy onions, spicy tuna on rice cakes, miso soup, and a salmon bowl. The cuts were buttery, clean, and incredibly well prepared. The toro especially melted in your mouth, and the yellowtail dish had such a good balance of freshness, texture, and crunch from the onion topping.

The spicy tuna on crispy rice is one of my favorite dishes anywhere and Katsu-Ya absolutely delivered. Perfect crisp on the rice without being overly greasy, and the tuna had great flavor and heat balance. Even the miso soup tasted fresh and comforting instead of feeling like an afterthought.

Very impressed overall. Some sushi places lose quality with takeout, but this held up beautifully.“

“What a beautiful restaurant. Loved the menu- so many delicious options, ended up getting the bulgogi plate and it came with so many yummy sides I was delighted. Also the interior is Titanic themed and it’s pretty and fun. Thank you 🙏“

“Wonderful Experience all around. Stumbled on this place looking for sushi while visiting Universal Studios and what a WIN. We waited 25 minutes for a seat at the large U Shaped counter that seats about 30 people - see photo. The hostess did an amazing job of cleaning and resetting the seats while the staff behind the counter crafted hand rolls and served beverages. Loved the simple and easy to order menu and you will not be disappointed with any of the hand roll set menus! Add a Japanese beer or some Sake and you will be in a state of culinary bliss.“

“Food great and employees are too“

“Always amazing food and service. I just love this restaurant.“

“I ordered lunch takeout for work recently and honestly loved the vibe. It’s not that unique but it’s very chill and the staff were super nice. Even offered me a seat at the bar while I waited for food. Writing this review because it reminds me of a place you and your friends can go for lunch/dinner, not break your wallet, and gossip in the corner for hours so I will be trying to eat in soon.“

“This place is fantastic in person. Their fish is fresh and their rolls are made with care. Their tuna crunch roll and uni are fantastic.

However, I wouldn't recommend ordering takeout/delivery. I usually order from a spot that has wrappers for their seaweed to ensure that you get a fresh crunch with your hand roll. I decided to give the bar a shot for delivery and was very disappointed to find that the rolls came soft and soggy.“

“There food was amazing and fresh. Highly recommend the spicy tuna crispy rice, it’s one of the best I’ve had in the valley. If you’re looking for a good fresh sushi place with a good atmosphere in studio city this place is definitely somewhere to try. Would come back again!“

“Delicious !! Nutritious !! Cost effective !!! Love @sugarfish“

“Ventura Blvd is known for the massive Sushi places, I visited many, this is my favorite, due to the quality of their dishes at the end my favorite is the bill has never broken my bank.
Yes other places are upscale, I focus on flavor and service
One thing for sure you can go wrong having a bite here“