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About This Page: This is a discussion on Food and Beer Reviews within the LetsGoKings.com forums, at Los Angeles Kings Hockey Fan Forum. Anyone ever been there? It's located on Santa Monica Blvd. by Sepulveda and I swear it's some of the best sushi I've ever had. Small and pricey, but it's worth
Anyone ever been there? It's located on Santa Monica Blvd. by Sepulveda and I swear it's some of the best sushi I've ever had. Small and pricey, but it's worth it if you like to try unique sashimi and sushi roll dishes.
Apparently it's also a spot to see celebs and industry heavyweights if that's your thing...
I believe I have eaten there - in the corner of that little strip mall, right? they have rolls named after all kinds of celebs?
It tasted okay to me. I've had better sushi for less. and I can certainly just ask for the roll combinations at other sushi places as well.
For better sushi, try Hiko Sushi on the NE corner of National and Sawtelle (right next to the WaMu bank). the sushi chef goes to the fish market every day. awesome sushi.
I believe I have eaten there - in the corner of that little strip mall, right? they have rolls named after all kinds of celebs?
It tasted okay to me. I've had better sushi for less. and I can certainly just ask for the roll combinations at other sushi places as well.
For better sushi, try Hiko Sushi on the NE corner of National and Sawtelle (right next to the WaMu bank). the sushi chef goes to the fish market every day. awesome sushi.
Everybody always bitches about the price. Simply put, there are several amazing sushi places in Los Angeles and everybody has their favorites. I wanted to share this info because I believe they have unique rolls and sashimi and I don't think you can argue that.
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It isn't a price issue for me. it is a "does this place blow my mind" issue. perhaps I should have said, "they are decent although they didn't blow my mind".
When I was going to Hamasaku two and three years ago it was the absolute BEST sushi - bar none - in Los Angeles, and I'm Japanese, and my mom cuts sashimi, and yes, that makes me a professional critic.
But it's a couple of years later and with the fame that place has gotten, there is a likelihood that they've slacked a bit with their quality. They're making hand over fist in profits so it makes sense.
Haven't had too much of the sushi on Sawtelle, mostly curry and ramen and other stuff. I'll try Hiko next time I'm out there, and hopefully it won't be as mediocre as all the other places friends have recommended over the years.
When I was going to Hamasaku two and three years ago it was the absolute BEST sushi - bar none - in Los Angeles, and I'm Japanese, and my mom cuts sashimi, and yes, that makes me a professional critic.
But it's a couple of years later and with the fame that place has gotten, there is a likelihood that they've slacked a bit with their quality. They're making hand over fist in profits so it makes sense.
Haven't had too much of the sushi on Sawtelle, mostly curry and ramen and other stuff. I'll try Hiko next time I'm out there, and hopefully it won't be as mediocre as all the other places friends have recommended over the years.
Keep me updated on Hiko!
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Mr I - I didn't see your post before I left. Ended up having Spicy Tuna hand roll (very excellent), salmon and yellowtail sushi (both were awesome) and albacore (I was a little disappointed in their albacore compared to their salmon and yellowtail, it wasn't as "melt in your mouth as the other two were). I had DJ's crab/lobster roll - that roll made our lunch. that roll was phenomenal!
I'll ask about the sashimi specials and M-Rolls next time around. this was a very good experience and I'll definitely go back again. I think I have Hiko set up for tomorrow, so I can have great back to back sushi experiences!
Mr I - I didn't see your post before I left. Ended up having Spicy Tuna hand roll (very excellent), salmon and yellowtail sushi (both were awesome) and albacore (I was a little disappointed in their albacore compared to their salmon and yellowtail, it wasn't as "melt in your mouth as the other two were). I had DJ's crab/lobster roll - that roll made our lunch. that roll was phenomenal!
I'll ask about the sashimi specials and M-Rolls next time around. this was a very good experience and I'll definitely go back again. I think I have Hiko set up for tomorrow, so I can have great back to back sushi experiences!
I'm really glad you liked it!!! LA has GREAT sushi, and it's always a pleasure to share with you guys!
__________________ The Kings 2008-2009 season: A LA CHINGADA!!!
Mr I - I didn't see your post before I left. Ended up having Spicy Tuna hand roll (very excellent), salmon and yellowtail sushi (both were awesome) and albacore (I was a little disappointed in their albacore compared to their salmon and yellowtail, it wasn't as "melt in your mouth as the other two were). I had DJ's crab/lobster roll - that roll made our lunch. that roll was phenomenal!
Very good pics on the yellowtail and salmon. Usually whenever I go somewhere my standards are measured by (1) how good is their yellowtail, and (2) how good is their albacore. My pockets aren't deep enough to do that with toro every time.
This is just my opinion, but Hama was insanely good up until about 2002 or 2003 (?) At that point their quality began to sag, and everyone that I knew began to notice it.
And though I don't live in LA anymore, I hear they're still decent.
Consequently I'm a bit out of the loop in LA for sushi. Meanwhile, I'm having fits trying to find a second good sushi bar in San Diego. (Toro sushi in Mission Valley; great quality, remarkably affordable prices).
Mr. Irreverent
Hamasaku (Sushi) 
