Please, lend an ear...I'm a grizzled, old Mandeville guy who has been frequenting this spot for...well, 25 years! And in this instance, I know of what I speak, having enjoyed sushi havens the world over. Little Tokyo Mandeville's offerings are as good as I tasted in Kyoto, Osaka and Tokyo. This is the domain of the OG of sushi and Japanese cuisine in St. Tammany Parish, the ever-affable Wes, who commands quite a ship. Wes is the unpretentious but brilliant, original purveyor of sushi and Japanese cuisine in St. Tammany Parish since the late 1990s. Wes is a humble but groundbreaking chef and conversationalist, and along with his charming wife Elnie, is always looking to improve his offerings, but even more, hopes to provide a warm place for you to take a break from it all, in their homey, cool spot. One thing to remember: Wes holds Japanese cuisine in keen reverence and this is evident in his offerings. From the udon to the Yaki Tori, from the sashimi to the sushi rolls, to the cooked dishes--after flooding me with these bounties for two decades, it's solidified that the the owners do NOT accept mediocrity. Even when you taste the raw sashimi--it's unbelievably fresh, right in line with Wes' fine standards. Even if you're an extreme introvert--no matter your age, please--you should go just sit at their great sushi bar! Sit, sip a Sapporo, and soak up the well-curated soundtrack. Observe--you're seeing one of the best families in Mandeville. The staff here, led by Wes and Elnie, just might come to welcome you. Seriously--Wes, Elnie, and from my observations, all of their tight-knit crew--in this restaurant (itself like someone's home) you'll observe more of a family than you will elsewhere in a business on the Northshore. It's a splendid consortium, and it's all you or I can spy from the comfy "front of the house" while the magic is made behind the sushi counter, and even further behind the scenes. As for the cuisine, not the least important component: the baked seafood is the most complex, all smoky deliciousness, and the baked green mussels almost ties it. The Mandeville Roll is a rich, buttery, decadent stunner and proves a great gateway to their many sushi rolls. Everything from the seaweed salad to the sushi and sashimi has always been top-notch. It's no wonder this place has gained and maintained quite a following on the Northshore. You can really spread your wings here as a sushi connoisseur: whatever you choose, the fish here is so very fresh, that really is part of their brand. But Wes and Elnie and the staff are too humble--so Little Tokyo will proceed as a somewhat well-kept secret!
Tim Rochelle
Best sushi on the north shore. Come ready to eat. You can customize most sushi rolls, normally with no up charges! Can't beat that!Update as of 2023: still amazing as expected ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathryn Wittkamp
It's really small and their staff is initially not overly friendly with new patrons, but they definitely warm up a lot over time.The food is amazing. My favorites are the Happy Roll and the Crispy Crab Roll. Even when I'm full the thought of either one of those makes my mouth water.Their rice bowels are also delicious. As is their kalamari and snow crab dish. It's very quickly becoming my favorite place to go on the weekend. I seriously can't get enough.My only warning is to stay away from the Piña Colada Roll. Don't do it. No matter how much you want to. Don't do it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Jazzy J.
The outside kind of threw me off guard it looks run down on the outside, but on the inside it is nice just such a small building. Everyone was super nice and food was great! I'm craving more already.
Bright Xxx
this place remodelling their floors the Kitchen of this place it’s really nasty they have ?. For everywhere ; the owner who are not really Japanese people rolling sushi, they are racist too.
John Eichhorn
What a wonderful establishment. Employee's are always pleasant. The food is always fresh and delicious. Worth the wait for a seat. Better yet, get take away, and have the same great taste at home. The food is fantastic either way. Hope you enjoy. I know I will....
Leah Ray
Picked up my granddaughter from class, she, my grandson and I ate there tonight. They wanted to get sushi, and due to seafood sensitivity, I didn't, so my granddaughter suggested this place because I could get something besides sushi. I got fried chicken strips, a wonderful salad, and fried rice. Granddaughter got umami noodles with tempura vegetables, and after looking at sushi, my grandson got a crab salad with avocado, and we all were disappointed that we couldn't eat more. It was absolutely delicious. Started out with soup, very fast service on drinks and main dish.y only regret is that I will shortly be going back to my home out of state, do won't be able to enjoy this place until my next visit. I am a 68 year old Nana, and a 14 and 11 year old grandchild doesn't necessarily have the same taste as a Nana. So this was a very easant surprise. I highly recommend.
Reese Proctor
Just moved from the south shore. I was worried about finding good food moving from NOLA, but this satisfies my sushi cravings. I used to get a lot of sushi from a popular place on S Carrolton, but this is better.
I’ve been coming for years and absolutely adore this little sushi house! It’s great! You will love their wide range of selections of sushi and combos and more! Not to mention, hot teas and wine selection! Enjoy!
Stephanie W.
Really good sushi and the staff is very attentive! Decent prices too. When I don't feel like getting out, I use Waitr to have it delivered. LOCAL5 will get you $5 off your order
Jacqueline M.
I have read a few reviews, yes building looks outdated BUT sushi and service is spot on! The staff was great, food was delicious! I'll definitely be back when I'm on the Northshore!
Lori Blanks
This restaurant used to be one of my favorites until today!!! Today I not only had a roach crawl from under the lettuce on my plate with my salad but I saw several roaches crawling in and around the enclosure where the fish is kept for sushi. I thought I was going to vomit. Never going back again!
Greg Schenck
Outstanding variety, service and attitude. Terrific sushi ? of all kinds.
closed down
Reliable source for a good sushi lunch!
Please, lend an ear...I'm a grizzled, old Mandeville guy who has been frequenting this spot for...well, 25 years! And in this instance, I know of what I speak, having enjoyed sushi havens the world over. Little Tokyo Mandeville's offerings are as good as I tasted in Kyoto, Osaka and Tokyo. This is the domain of the OG of sushi and Japanese cuisine in St. Tammany Parish, the ever-affable Wes, who commands quite a ship. Wes is the unpretentious but brilliant, original purveyor of sushi and Japanese cuisine in St. Tammany Parish since the late 1990s. Wes is a humble but groundbreaking chef and conversationalist, and along with his charming wife Elnie, is always looking to improve his offerings, but even more, hopes to provide a warm place for you to take a break from it all, in their homey, cool spot. One thing to remember: Wes holds Japanese cuisine in keen reverence and this is evident in his offerings. From the udon to the Yaki Tori, from the sashimi to the sushi rolls, to the cooked dishes--after flooding me with these bounties for two decades, it's solidified that the the owners do NOT accept mediocrity. Even when you taste the raw sashimi--it's unbelievably fresh, right in line with Wes' fine standards. Even if you're an extreme introvert--no matter your age, please--you should go just sit at their great sushi bar! Sit, sip a Sapporo, and soak up the well-curated soundtrack. Observe--you're seeing one of the best families in Mandeville. The staff here, led by Wes and Elnie, just might come to welcome you. Seriously--Wes, Elnie, and from my observations, all of their tight-knit crew--in this restaurant (itself like someone's home) you'll observe more of a family than you will elsewhere in a business on the Northshore. It's a splendid consortium, and it's all you or I can spy from the comfy "front of the house" while the magic is made behind the sushi counter, and even further behind the scenes. As for the cuisine, not the least important component: the baked seafood is the most complex, all smoky deliciousness, and the baked green mussels almost ties it. The Mandeville Roll is a rich, buttery, decadent stunner and proves a great gateway to their many sushi rolls. Everything from the seaweed salad to the sushi and sashimi has always been top-notch. It's no wonder this place has gained and maintained quite a following on the Northshore. You can really spread your wings here as a sushi connoisseur: whatever you choose, the fish here is so very fresh, that really is part of their brand. But Wes and Elnie and the staff are too humble--so Little Tokyo will proceed as a somewhat well-kept secret!
Best sushi on the north shore. Come ready to eat. You can customize most sushi rolls, normally with no up charges! Can't beat that!Update as of 2023: still amazing as expected ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It's really small and their staff is initially not overly friendly with new patrons, but they definitely warm up a lot over time.The food is amazing. My favorites are the Happy Roll and the Crispy Crab Roll. Even when I'm full the thought of either one of those makes my mouth water.Their rice bowels are also delicious. As is their kalamari and snow crab dish. It's very quickly becoming my favorite place to go on the weekend. I seriously can't get enough.My only warning is to stay away from the Piña Colada Roll. Don't do it. No matter how much you want to. Don't do it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
The outside kind of threw me off guard it looks run down on the outside, but on the inside it is nice just such a small building. Everyone was super nice and food was great! I'm craving more already.
this place remodelling their floors the Kitchen of this place it’s really nasty they have ?. For everywhere ; the owner who are not really Japanese people rolling sushi, they are racist too.
What a wonderful establishment. Employee's are always pleasant. The food is always fresh and delicious. Worth the wait for a seat. Better yet, get take away, and have the same great taste at home. The food is fantastic either way. Hope you enjoy. I know I will....
Picked up my granddaughter from class, she, my grandson and I ate there tonight. They wanted to get sushi, and due to seafood sensitivity, I didn't, so my granddaughter suggested this place because I could get something besides sushi. I got fried chicken strips, a wonderful salad, and fried rice. Granddaughter got umami noodles with tempura vegetables, and after looking at sushi, my grandson got a crab salad with avocado, and we all were disappointed that we couldn't eat more. It was absolutely delicious. Started out with soup, very fast service on drinks and main dish.y only regret is that I will shortly be going back to my home out of state, do won't be able to enjoy this place until my next visit. I am a 68 year old Nana, and a 14 and 11 year old grandchild doesn't necessarily have the same taste as a Nana. So this was a very easant surprise. I highly recommend.
Just moved from the south shore. I was worried about finding good food moving from NOLA, but this satisfies my sushi cravings. I used to get a lot of sushi from a popular place on S Carrolton, but this is better.
Restaurantji Recommends
I’ve been coming for years and absolutely adore this little sushi house! It’s great! You will love their wide range of selections of sushi and combos and more! Not to mention, hot teas and wine selection! Enjoy!
Really good sushi and the staff is very attentive! Decent prices too. When I don't feel like getting out, I use Waitr to have it delivered. LOCAL5 will get you $5 off your order
I have read a few reviews, yes building looks outdated BUT sushi and service is spot on! The staff was great, food was delicious! I'll definitely be back when I'm on the Northshore!
This restaurant used to be one of my favorites until today!!! Today I not only had a roach crawl from under the lettuce on my plate with my salad but I saw several roaches crawling in and around the enclosure where the fish is kept for sushi. I thought I was going to vomit. Never going back again!
Outstanding variety, service and attitude. Terrific sushi ? of all kinds.