50 Best Sushi Bars near South Pasadena

“Best sushi, ever! Style and quality is excellent!“

“It was a great experience We took our dear granddaughter to celebrate her birthday !!!“

“How did we not know about this place? Amazing Ramen in a simple but classy setting. Much more than just ‘that place opposite Bristol Farms’. Spicy Mazemen was delicious with plenty of flavor and the right amount of ‘kick’. Will definitely now keep this on our list of regular places locally.“

“Great food and I was shocked at the affordable prices. I got for for 4 people and it cost only a little above $50, which is insane in this day and era. The Tonkatsu Ramen really was delicious and my family went crazy for the Mushroom Curry.“

“Food is outstanding. Been a fan since the late 90's. Their Nabeyaki Udon is the best I have ever eaten. If you want it the way it is served in Japan, ask them to use a fresh, rather than hardboiled, egg. To go food can be frustrating. If they say 30 minutes, figure at least an hour.“

“My friend and I had an exquisite dining experience at Bar Sawa. Each course was prepared and presented to perfection. The place was a little tricky to find; there were no signs, and it was in the basement of a very unexpected building. You can also only get down there through the middle elevator! The instructions to get to the restaurant were emailed, but I didn't get to read it in time, so it was my fault. ? We thoroughly enjoyed our meal, ambiance and the entire experience. Highly recommend!“

“My experience at Omakase by Osen was great! This was my first Omakase experience and will certainly not be my last. All of the courses offered for the Nagatsuki Omakase were delicious, but my favorites had to be the wagyu wrap and egg custard. The quality was great, but for the amount of food you get, $140 may not be worth it to you if you expect to be totally full after. However, I definitely value the dining experience that comes with the food so it was worth it for me. The waitresses were so attentive and even did a little extra for me since it was my birthday. I would highly recommend!“

“This little neighborhood gem is worth visiting! The sushi was elegantly presented and so flavorful. Even the sticky rice was so perfectly cooked and tender. Chef’s wife was very kind and took the time to explain the various specialty rolls. Stop thinking and just do it! You won’t regret it“

“Great food and great service“

“What a GREAT dinner! Met friends here on a late Friday night and they fit us in. The sushi was fresh and so tasty, definitely the best I’ve had in a LONG time. The drinks were amazing, try a version of their old fashioned but so many different drinks to choose from. Our server Christine was so attentive & sweet. We felt the service was 10/10! I recommend the wagyu dumplings and Geisha roll!“

“Anyone with a Shellfish Allergy who still loves sushi (Read This!)

My wife and I celebrated our 7yr at Sushi Takeda this last Friday. We made reservations for the Nigiri Omakase (this option had a disclaimer that they could accommodate for shellfish allergy online). I want to note that my allergy allows me to enjoy seafood while being around shellfish and really only triggers from cross contamination or consumption giving me a strong stomach discomfort and acid reflux.

Chef did a fantastic job providing me with the utmost care around my allergy. Washing hands, using a separate cutting board, cleaning knife, and even providing me with my own soy sauce and letting me know between servings which will pair to avoid cross contamination. There were substitutions made throughout, all were very enjoyable and equitable to the original course that my wife was having. I had 0 symptoms whatsoever!

The team at Sushi Takeda were all very kind and helpful throughout our dining experience. We were given a squid pairing with my glass of sake (very dry option) I had ordered which complemented each other very well, courtesy of the team at Sushi Takeda! My wife ordered a plum wine, her favorite, which if you are in the mood for something a little sweet and unique is a must-have.

Each piece of our course was intentional and handled with utmost care. Chef took the time to explain every serving throughout. The nigiri omakase was an exhibition of art and flavor with great variety and the freshest cuts of fish LA can offer!

PS. Chef was awesome for striking a pose with us in our couples pic! ?

Dietary restrictions: Shellfish Allergy accommodations for Nigiri Omakase:

“Chef did a fantastic job providing me with the utmost care around my allergy. Washing hands, using a separate cutting board, cleaning knife, and even providing me with my own soy sauce and letting me know between servings which will pair to avoid cross contamination. There were substitutions made throughout, all were very enjoyable and equitable to the original course that my wife was having. I had 0 symptoms whatsoever!”“

“Fantastic sushi experience! The fish was incredibly fresh, and the presentation was top-notch. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the ambiance made it perfect for both casual dining and special occasions. Highly recommend trying their specialty rolls and sashimi.“

“I am Korean and have been to many sushi, tempura, and omakase restaurants in Sapporo.
It's good here. It's good, but it's really crappy. It's no exaggeration to say that it's salt sushi. When Koreans go, please ask for a little less seasoning. Otherwise, you'll feel like you're eating from a soy sauce container.
And it's so, so, so cold. I'm not a neta, but I go to Michelin and pay $500, so I can't help but wonder why I'm shivering from the cold. And when I hold the nigiri, I don't know if it's a habit, but every time I hold it, I take a small amount of rice... a little bit from the nigiri. It feels a bit like an amateur. The fact that there were a lot of tsumami made was enough to give that feeling.
And the chef speaks a little Korean.
This business could get better if they just don't use Chrome Hearts chopsticks and show a little more consideration for their customers. The food was good, and except for the saltiness, the sushi and neta were good.“

“Low key casual place. Clean restaurant and extensive menu. It was busy but not a long line. We enjoyed our spicy tuna roll, Steve had spicy tuna bowl with rice and we shared yellow tail sushi. There is a bar at the back where you grab your own wasabi and ginger. I noticed something I had never seen before in one of the containers it looked charred. So we tried it, it is seaweed and It Was Delicious and crispy but even meaty (this is difficult to explain) you must try it for yourself but I believe it adds umami to the meal in such a unique and unexpected way. I really enjoyed our visit. I’d eat here again when I’m passing through Kore town in a heart beat“

“best japanese rich fllavors unique taste simple fresh and delish“

“amazing food, service and ambiance!“

“I always love a great Teriyaki place and this is one! I tried the Bento Chicken Plate. Everything is so fresh and so delicious ? can't wait to come back here again. Excellent, Friendly customer service. Fair prices overall. Their catering items look amazing! Next Party, I know where to come and get some food!!

Parking: Usually no parking in front of establishment but you can find parking around the block near the houses. The closer to the street is paid parking, the further out it's free.“

“Went here for my wife’s birthday. The food was very good but not worth $1500 for two of us. The dining area was empty and there’s an up charge to sit at the counter. I would’ve taken a table 2 feet behind our counter seats if I knew it was that close to the bar. The space is not impressive and the kitchen is not what you’d expect from a typical Michelin restaurant. Most of the dishes were very good but I didn’t think it justified the price point. We chose the standard omakase with sake pairing option. No truffles, caviar, live shrimps or anything impressive. The shrimps and uni were from Santa Barbara and they’re readily available at Santa Monica seafood at a very reasonable price. The sake pairing was also the standard paring. I can’t imaging how much our dinner would’ve cost if we stepped up to the deluxe omakase and sake pairing. The food was definitely above and better than most sushi spots in LA but $1500 for two with no high end ingredients is ridiculous. I’ve paid more at places like Sushi Ginza Onodera but at least their ingredients are high end. You’re getting tons of caviar, truffles, live shrimp from Japan that comes in a box of sawdust, top grade toro from Tokyo and more. Sorry but I cannot recommend Morihiro at $750 a head“

“I pop in here probably once a week sometimes twice for a glass of wine. The bartenders are very cheerful and informed with respect to varieties and flavors and all the jazz. They walk you through the options and make tip top recommendations. The place is always slammed at night, yet the manager is extremely accommodating and always finds a place for me to chill and savor the weekend ambiance. I’ve never had their food, but it looks delicious. All the servers are friendly and have excellent people skills. The outdoor space is a fun hang too if you have a group. I always feel spoiled here. 5 star experiences.“

“The most professional and efficient Japanese restaurant I have ever been to. We sat down at 11:00am and our Sashimi platter came at 11:06am. The speed is just amazing. I can tell they put a lot of thought into their pricing. The Unagi Don is pretty price reasonable with $28. But the sashimi platter deluxe is very over priced considering only 5 piece of otoro and no Shrimp or Scallops were given. The rest of the fish like hamachi or spicy salmon are just cheap ingredients. But it is still a restaurant you should definitely try.
The server is super attentive and professional.“

“I really enjoyed coming here for sushi, been to alot of places but this place is very surprising, don't be fool by th mail this place is extremely excellent.“

“This is a MUST! Make sure to get a reservation, it's small and packed! It's a testimony to their craft. The food is so delicious, the staff and service were unmatched, and it's honestly one of the best sushi dining experiences I've ever had. There was no bad choice. I can't wait to go back.“

“This was my 2nd trip and It’s officially my favorite sushi spot! I’m typically a simple eater and just get California rolls but the menu looks amazing and I tried three popular ones ( Volcano, Tokyo Sunset and Crushing Tiger) …….all were Amazing! Volcano is my personal favorite out of the three“

“My girlfriend and I recently visited Sushigah during a brief trip from San Diego, and we were thoroughly impressed. With high expectations for sushi, we found Sushigah to be exceptional. We began with a seaweed salad and Crispy Rice, followed by Salmon Sashimi, the Cucumber Special Roll, a Salmon Handroll, and a Spicy Salmon Roll.

Each dish was incredibly fresh and flavorful, with the salmon sashimi practically melting in our mouths. The temperature of the dishes was perfect, and the presentation was outstanding. Sushigah has definitely earned a spot as a must-visit destination for us whenever we're in Pasadena.“

“Exceptional food! Hamachi collar, red snapper soup! And sushi. Authentic; which is why it was so good!“

“Shinkai sits low key in this multi-use complex within the heart of downtown Alhambra. We visited during their soft opening yesterday and tried out their omakase which was fresh, plentiful and delicious. Chef Alan and Dedy did a great job at the presentation on the following dishes. 1. Okinawa seaweed shooter with yamaimo and ikura 2. Jellyfish with kizami wasabi and 2 hr slow cooked abalone 3. Kumamoto oysters with green onion and ikura/uni 4. Shima aji, Chu toro and otoro 5. Sea Bream and golden eye snapper 6. Toro tartare with uni, ikura, truffle and avocado 7. Santa Barbara uni with black caviar and ikura 8. Japanese kegani 9. Black cod over mashed yam and drizzled with yuzu miso 10. Hokkaido scallop with Hokkaido uni and black caviar 11. Wagyu sushi We look forward to visiting again as they refine their processes and dishes during their soft opening. It's definitely nice to have a local sushi spot in SGV rather than having to head to LA or further for an omakase sushi dinner.“

“Good restaurant, food and staff... really nice people and worth making a visit.“

“The plant based kaiseki was amazing. Beautifully presented, deliciously seasoned, and well portioned. The hot pot was the biggest of all courses and it was so much food! The black sesame ice cream was surprisingly delicious.

Vegetarian options: The 7 course plant based kaiseki was amazing

Dietary restrictions: Dietary restrictions was the very first question asked!“

“The food was amazing, our server Helen was informative & friendly. Harry came out to greet us & made sure we’re enjoying our time & meal. Will definitely be coming back to Kombu Silverlake“

“Deliberately hard to find from the outside, refined Japanese craftsmanship inside, with just enough Los Angeles flair.

Food is superb, and if you can snag a reservation to one of the Kaneyoshi x Inaba collaboration nights, it's even better, if that's believable. The latter are not cheap (paying two chefs, each with their own Michelin star, never is), but it's so good.

Parking: Garage parking. Small sign right by entrance.“

“They have the best sushi ever! A La Carte or Omakase but to be able to choose what you want and it’s all extremely fresh and good quality. Great beer and sake. They play good music and it’s all around great vibes. The service was also the best around. At the end we asked for Natto hand rolls (not on menu) and they made them!“

“The building and location are a little sketchy, but everything else is excellent. Small, very intimate atmosphere. Not much privacy. Menu options are simple. Food is fresh and worth the price. Even the sides, like house salad, miso soup, and hot sake, are quality.“

“Delicious food but the service could be slightly better! We were initially denied a free hand roll even our reservation was based on their special menu (comes with a free hand roll) and promotion during the LA Food Festival. They don’t do valet parking. It cost me $30 to pay for the parking at around the corner while my meal cost $300. It was for a one-time experience only but it was worth it!

Parking: I parked at Ava Tokyo garage B. It cost $29 for three hours. This is the one closest to the restaurant.“

“So we normally have our regular sushi spots. Saw this place with a 4.9 rating and decided to dine here. I guess the place is relatively new. Not much parking in front. It's a small parking lot. There is plenty of parking in the back. Walking in I was really impressed. The place has a nice and welcoming vibe. We really liked the decor. It's really simple but not too overwhelming. The staff are super nice and really attentive. Also they are super knowledgeable about the menu. They were really sweet to our 9 month old daughter which was nice. To be honest you really do get what you pay for. Every piece of sushi was immaculate and high quality fish. I've been to a lot of sushi places and this one has to be the best one so far by a long shot. With the atmosphere/vibe, paired with amazing chefs and waitresses plus the high quality sushi this place is by far my favorite sushi restaurant. I'm definitely coming back here. Just have to save up a bit since it is a bit pricey but you really get the amazing quality food and service. Not to mention the alcohol selection is too notch as well. For beer I recommend the Echigo rice beer. For sake we got the koshi no kanbai tokusen sake which was really smooth with a nice fragrant finish. All in all of give this place a 10 of 10. Definitely a place to go if you really do enjoy high quality sushi and amazing service

Parking: Parking in the back

Kid-friendliness: The waitresses were super sweet and kind to our 10 month old daughter.“

“I came into Yuki Sushi in the Sheraton wanting Lychee Martini’s for a group of friends. Sean- the bartender- went to the hotel pantry and Googled a recipe to make us a round of Lychee Martini’s that were not on the menu. I applaud this outstanding customer service, and Sean for his initiative and time to do this for us. I am so impressed by the service at this hotel and we thank you Sean!!“

“The food was amazing, our server Helen was informative & friendly. Harry came out to greet us & made sure we’re enjoying our time & meal. Will definitely be coming back to Kombu Silverlake“

“4.5 ⭐️s for overall experience! My friend, her kids, and I enjoyed our meal in mostly every way - flavors, service, and cleanliness. The house salad was healthy (not just iceberg lettuce) and had a generous portion for one person. My friend said it was super delicious - Sunset roll, blue crab roll, and miso black cod were on point flavor wise. Only negatives were that the seaweed was a bit chewy (not super tough though) and the soup slightly salty. The staff was kind, friendly, attentive, and patient - hard to come by these days. Prices are reasonable and I plan to come back. Parking is tougher at times in this plaza, but at some point, you'll find a spot.“

“Best sushi in LA! Everything melted in your mouth! The fish is fresh, the price is affordable, and the service is great! It looks like a hole in the wall - but wow :)) We eat there once a week and love it! Drove all the way from Studio City to have dinner there - 2 hours each way in traffic - so that's obviously what it says :)) Haha Just love it!“

“Amazing!! Always such a special time here. Great service, everyone is so nice and the food is divine. Also had the dessert for my first time and might have been my favorite thing on the menu. It was a croissant pudding dish. So excited to be back soon!“

“Budonoki is a very special place. Food is innovative and exceptionally delicious. Wide assortment of flavors, ingredients and textures. We tried an assortment of plates and all were delicious. Excellent service. A warm and inviting environment where guests are treated like family.“

“The service was professional and great. The staff are very friendly. Covid protocols are adhered to at the door. Temperature checks are required prior to entering the dining area. The food is excellent. If you love sashimi and sushi then you must visit.“

“Loved stopping by this tiny cafe, such a beautiful interior design. This cafe is a small area in the entrance of their restaurant that has a few chairs. We ordered one yuzu custard pastry (subtle flavor, not very sweet, great texture and flakiness), a hot Amai con panna (a nice cinnamon and cream espresso) and another cold drink I cannot remember the name of (but it is the one pictured here) both drinks were nice but just a heads up they are super sweet. The minimal and sleek interior design is unique and has a few seats. It’s not the type of cafe to sit for a long time, it’s more of somewhere you come for a short visit to be present with a friend and enjoy unique caffeinated cocktails.“

“AAAAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++ Plus First time and will definitely come back“

“This quaint amazing Japanese restaurant is a hidden gem in Boyle Heights. Very friendly staff and great food. They also let me order 10 minutes before closing. The only, minor, complaints are that there is very limited seating, they have a limited menu and they operate limited hours.“

“Once a year, I’m in town just down the street for a convention. A couple of years ago I found this place and I always… Always come back when I’m nearby. Quality of food, service, and atmosphere is second to none. The lunch specials are reasonably priced, and the hand rolls are super and perfectly made. I highly recommend this small gem!

Insider tip…
Don’t bother trying to park on the street, there is free parking behind the building.

Parking: There’s a large parking lot behind the row of buildings.“

“Tozai Foods Market is where we go to buy authentic Japanese food and supplies to make certain Japanese dishes. They have a cooked food section that has bento boxes for a quick tasty meal and fresh sushi and sashimi. We also can order sushi platters for special occasions. Amazing service too!“

“This place is such good vibes. Great food, elevated, tree-shaded outdoor patio or indoor sushi bar seating. Great casual date spot. The toro, spicy tuna crispy rice, and crab hand roll are favorites and—importantly—they have BOOZE. Fun new wine and sake list make this a place regular in the rotation.“

“This place was amazing. My husband and I have been looking for a new sushi spot for a while. It was delicious. I'm vegetarian and was worried they would have nothing for me. I had the garlic edimami veggie roll and vegetable tempura. Delicious. My husband had the baked salmon roll and baked lobster roll. He can't stop talking about it. To top it off the menus had scripture on them. "And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." 1 Corinthians 13:13 ... Love it!!!“

“I really enjoyed my meal here. Sushi was really delicious. I highly recommend this plate. Super great. I will come back again here for sure. The jasmine peach green tea is just perfect. I was really satisfied. There was enough tables available to eat and dine in. There is plenty of parking to park your car too.“

“Amazing joint To eat celebrate enjoy company“