I don't want to say it, but this is the best sushi in the city. Perfect atmosphere and food quality. Most similar to sushi in Japan without the additions and perversions of fusion cooking or the type of cooking culture that chases Michelin clout.I only regret saying it because more people will know, which means the wait will be longer.Get the tamago. It is heaven in a little split yellow cake.Kid-friendliness: Bring your own high chair. We bring our toddler and she does great, but there are only two tables for small children and we have to bring our own modular high chair.
Pretty disappointed, we were told our table would be ready soon/ in a few minutes and we ended up waiting 1h30 for a table of 3. (On a Monday) Multiple groups of two were served before us even tho they arrived after us. The food ended up being pretty average, and I was expecting better given how nice the atmosphere was. Honestly would not come back
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Doug Shelton
Great quality at reasonable prices. One of the best softshell crab rolls I've had in recent memory. I'll come here again. There's often a wait and groups of 3 or more need to get on the list early.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soft Shell Crab Roll
Sara Kong
Best sushi I’ve ever had in my life. This place was life changing and left me speechless with every bite. Every penny was so worth it and I will definitely be coming back. The atmosphere, service, and food all felt very authentic.
OMGGGGGGGGGG! What service, FLAVOR, and quality.It was hands down a mind blowing experience. Thank you to everyone at Hama that delivered excellence!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brent
An excellent and authentic experience for sushi in the style you would see in Japan. Signs at the entrance set expectations (no teriyaki, no tempura, no noodles) to avoid disappointment from people looking for a more standard Americanized Japanese dining experience. No spicy mayonnaise, sweet eel sauce basted rolls here (though those do have their moment elsewhere in Little Tokyo). Nigirizushi and sashimi dominate the menu with mostly bar seating. 3-4 sushi chefs manage sections of the bar and will freshly prepare sushi from breaking down the fish to putting it on your platter. Ambiance and service are to Japanese tastes. The waitlist is based around having a name on a written list and waiting for your name to be called. No electronic contact or list monitoring. Arrive at opening or be prepared to wait. Prices are standard for this quality of sushi which is to say that the meal will be a special occasion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna
Fan Zhang
I love the atmosphere here. It was like sitting in a cozy sushi bar in Tokyo. However the sushi taste is not my favorite. Scallop was too cold to be served. Sea urchin tasted creamy but the seaweed overwhelmed the flavor. Sweet shrimp was ok. If you like ankimo you have to ask, it is not in the menu but they have it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
ming kin
A bottle of beer is $30
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Bryan Sung
My #1 go to sushi place. Hands down.Unless I feel like just filling myself with sushi, if I want legit sushi, this is the place. Never disappointed. Chefs are so kind and vibe inside is so amazingYou might have to wait hr or two, but it is definitely worth the waitTheir Mackerel is my favorite too.They have small menu but have exactly what I need.Always thank you guys, and will support this place 100%Please dont change!!
Eating- only sushi meaning no fancy creations however delicious!Atmosphere is a whole lot of people enjoying dinner; sometimes small talk with person seated next to you and with Sushi Chefs.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Walton
Place is amazing, food is unbelievable, and the staff is so wonderful. Hama has become one of my favorite restaurants in the city!
Too good! Feel like I’m in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I don't want to say it, but this is the best sushi in the city. Perfect atmosphere and food quality. Most similar to sushi in Japan without the additions and perversions of fusion cooking or the type of cooking culture that chases Michelin clout.I only regret saying it because more people will know, which means the wait will be longer.Get the tamago. It is heaven in a little split yellow cake.Kid-friendliness: Bring your own high chair. We bring our toddler and she does great, but there are only two tables for small children and we have to bring our own modular high chair.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salmon Roe, Tuna, Soft Shell Crab Roll, Soup, Spicy Yellowtail Roll, Tamago, Yellow Tail Sashimi, Sushi Combination, Albacore Sashimi, Sweet Shrimp, Kanpachi, Scallop
Pretty disappointed, we were told our table would be ready soon/ in a few minutes and we ended up waiting 1h30 for a table of 3. (On a Monday) Multiple groups of two were served before us even tho they arrived after us. The food ended up being pretty average, and I was expecting better given how nice the atmosphere was. Honestly would not come back
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Great quality at reasonable prices. One of the best softshell crab rolls I've had in recent memory. I'll come here again. There's often a wait and groups of 3 or more need to get on the list early.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soft Shell Crab Roll
Best sushi I’ve ever had in my life. This place was life changing and left me speechless with every bite. Every penny was so worth it and I will definitely be coming back. The atmosphere, service, and food all felt very authentic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna Toro, Sea Eel, Albacore Sashimi
OMGGGGGGGGGG! What service, FLAVOR, and quality.It was hands down a mind blowing experience. Thank you to everyone at Hama that delivered excellence!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
An excellent and authentic experience for sushi in the style you would see in Japan. Signs at the entrance set expectations (no teriyaki, no tempura, no noodles) to avoid disappointment from people looking for a more standard Americanized Japanese dining experience. No spicy mayonnaise, sweet eel sauce basted rolls here (though those do have their moment elsewhere in Little Tokyo). Nigirizushi and sashimi dominate the menu with mostly bar seating. 3-4 sushi chefs manage sections of the bar and will freshly prepare sushi from breaking down the fish to putting it on your platter. Ambiance and service are to Japanese tastes. The waitlist is based around having a name on a written list and waiting for your name to be called. No electronic contact or list monitoring. Arrive at opening or be prepared to wait. Prices are standard for this quality of sushi which is to say that the meal will be a special occasion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna
I love the atmosphere here. It was like sitting in a cozy sushi bar in Tokyo. However the sushi taste is not my favorite. Scallop was too cold to be served. Sea urchin tasted creamy but the seaweed overwhelmed the flavor. Sweet shrimp was ok. If you like ankimo you have to ask, it is not in the menu but they have it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
A bottle of beer is $30
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
My #1 go to sushi place. Hands down.Unless I feel like just filling myself with sushi, if I want legit sushi, this is the place. Never disappointed. Chefs are so kind and vibe inside is so amazingYou might have to wait hr or two, but it is definitely worth the waitTheir Mackerel is my favorite too.They have small menu but have exactly what I need.Always thank you guys, and will support this place 100%Please dont change!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This is the best sushi in this side of town, fair warning they do not do any California rolls or novelty rolls, always a great time and great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna Toro, Scallop, Ankimo, Tuna, Albacore Toro, Soft Shell Crab Roll, Roll, Soup, Spicy Tuna Hand Roll, Spicy Yellowtail Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Yellow Tail Sashimi, Sushi Combination, Red Snapper, Albacore Sashimi
The best sushi in town!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Eating- only sushi meaning no fancy creations however delicious!Atmosphere is a whole lot of people enjoying dinner; sometimes small talk with person seated next to you and with Sushi Chefs.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Place is amazing, food is unbelievable, and the staff is so wonderful. Hama has become one of my favorite restaurants in the city!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best sushi in Little
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5