Small tapas and sake bar gives you the vibes of being in a sushi bar on a small side street in Tokyo. If you're into California rolls this is NOT the place for you but if you're into sake flights and tasting the difference between Santa Barbara and Hokkaido uni you're in the right place. They are known for their rotating selection of seasonal sake's and knowledgeable staff to help you make the perfect pairing. Come once and you'll be a signing up for future reservations. read more

Loved this place! Tiny establishment with really good food and service. We had a reservation on a Saturday evening and sat right down. We ordered several dishes tapas style izakaya and tried a couple of the special rolls. All was delicious. The beee and saki was great too. read more

As quality as sushi can get! My favorite spot for my go to sake, beer, and roll! The trifecta that makes your dreams come true!

Truly an experience in an unlikely place. Omakase (you will not go wrong) and everything tasted perfect and excellent quality. Each item perfectly curated and flowed together. People may wonder if it is enough food and for the regular Omakase, it was 10 courses and I was full by course 8. The chef takes pride in his sushi/food and you can tell. The staff were very nice and explained each item that came out. The restaurant has an intimate feel with jazz music playing. They have an extensive sake collection. They offer a sake flight to try, but I had one of their sake cocktails and it was delicious. I will say the cost may seem pricey, but to me it was worth it for everything you get and I will definitely be coming back. read more

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The taste of the food was good but could be better. The portions were very small. If you don't like raw fish, they have a few cooked options for you. The restroom was clean. The servant was polite but not sociable n didn't understand English so you couldn't give explanations about foods. They could play a soothing or relaxing Japanese song but they didn't. read more

Bar Uerukamu - Fish - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This spot is a whole vibe tucked away in the H.K. Valley Center. Jazz music, extensive sake bar, all kinds of delicious tapas (hot, cold, meat, fish, you name it.) The service is friendly and helpful, with lots of great recommendations. I came with my lovely mama, who is very picky about her restaurants. They brought us some fish cake in dashi on the house--I will be dreaming about these fish cakes. Every dish was thoughtful and delicious. We got their special fried soft shell shrimp as per our waitress's recommendation; they were juicy and crispy and full of shrimp flavor that went fabulously with a squeeze of lemon. We've never had soft shell shrimp before, we can't wait to get it again! My mom's favorite was their grilled Hokkaido baby scallops, which were tender and so fresh. Mouthfeel was satisfying and chewy without being tough. The agedashi tofu was some of the best I've ever had, the miso eggplant perfectly sweet and savory. I loved the curry chicken kara-age, the half order came with two pieces! My mom thought it was a bit salty, worth it to note that she's very conscious of her salt intake for blood pressure reasons. I loved it, lol. We shared pieces of nigiri and a negitoro cut roll. That toro was FANTASTIC! Every piece we had was complex and full of flavor. I'm a new uni convert; this one was buttery and sweet. Our waitress mixed up our order for Spanish mackerel with Japanese mackerel and let us keep the Japanese mackerel no charge while still bringing out the Spanish mackerel!! So kind and both pieces were strikingly different (lucky us!!!). I loved my sake and aperol cocktail. I loved everything about this place, for that matter. Now I just need to convince every single one of my friends to come here with me. read more

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Such a hole in a wall hidden gem!! 10/10 would recommend! Super authentic. Almost want to gatekeep but gotta let my fellow foodies know about this spot +located in a plaza with korean market; plenty of parking available. +can reserve the standard way by calling but they also have website to make your reservation online +super authentic izakaya that also serves fresh authentic sushi! We actually came here 2 years ago and ate mostly tapas and some sushi and it was amazing! Today we opted for straight omakase and did the true omakase where chef won't stop until you tell the chef you're full and satisfied. Obviously price will be heftier than their smaller omakase menu because chef adds more dishes than usual but it's so worth it!! Highly recommend if you're not a picky eater. I just had 8 appetizers, 1 meat entree (lamb chop), and 15 nigiris for only $163 before tax and tip, which is amazing!! The appetizers included authentic Japanese tapas like nasu no ohitashi (cold fried eggplant simmered in dashi broth) to sashimi to even crab arancini and they were all phenomenal! Nigiri's included standard yellow halibut salmon to even pricey items like sweet shrimp, abalone, and hida wagyu sushi and they were all SO GOOOOOD. I'm drooling thinking about my meal. Oh also did I mention their homemade pudding is such an awesome way to finish the meal? Pudding isn't too sweet and it was delishhhhh. +the waitresses there are both super nice and attentive. It's so cute that they have a lot of regulars there and they all sit at the counter and mingle with each other. You know the restaurant is doing something right when they're so loved not just for their food +bar uerukmamu also has interesting tapas like grilled black cod liver (which tastes similar to monk fish liver but less fishy) and other things. If you're not a picky eater I highly recommend being adventurous and trying everything because they do everything so well! +honorable mention is that they also serve shochu that has slight shiso flavor. This was so trippy but I enjoyed it! 1000% recommend checking it out if you're in the area or making a trek for it! read more

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Last night we celebrated my bday with dinner at Uerukamu. Jun is a master and the food was excellent as always. Chiaki served us special salmon ceviche and it was a 10 out of 10. Wonderful food and wonderful service. Our favorite sushi house in all LA read more

We have been here multiple times and i've never been disappointed. Amazing food and fantastic service. Great ambience. Excellent sushi but also excellent Japanese food in general. read more

Another amazing experience, tasted the salmon toro, uni from Hokkaido and Santa Barbara, the Japanese yam fries, and more! read more

Bar Uerukamu - Salmon toro - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good little hidden Gem in San Fernando Valley. Located next to Greenland Korean Supermarket, this little Japanese place seats approximately 16-20, so make reservation online. We arrive with our reservation and was promptly seated, with 3 other tables having reserved signs on them, we were greeted by 2 Japanese waitress as well as the Japanese chef. The wall behind the kitchen has a full array of sake, too many to count. The place had a special / niche atmosphere. Although they had Omasake (Chef's choice for about $120 which is very reasonable we decided to order our self's this time. We ordered the belly sashimi place (Salmon belly, yellow tail belly, and Toro) $39. The sweet shrimp ($13x2), the special #1 (Tuna, yellow tail, salmon), Uni 2 way $37, and a few different tapas to try out. Our favorite was the Santa Barbara Uni, the Hokkaido uni wasn't as sweet. Over all, a very pleasant experience with quality food. Will definitely come back and try other things. read more

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This is my new favorite sushi spot. Came in on a Thursday with no reservation right when they opened. Tables did quickly fill up so I recommend making a reservation.Tried the sake flight ($26) and omakase ($120) and really enjoyed everything they served. The service was wonderful and staff was very kind. They have an insane selection of sake and also offered seasonal selections which were fantastic. I could not pick a favorite since they were all so good. The omakase is about 10 courses and I found it to be filling. There is a cheaper omakase lite that is $85 and about 7 courses. All the fish was very fresh and they do not cheap out on portioning. The cuts of belly were larger than any other restaurant I've tried. It also included A5 wagyu that was outstanding. It's a small place with a very cozy vibe that promotes conversation. Huge fan of the jazz music they play as well. Will definitely be coming back again. read more

Bar Uerukamu - Sake flight - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Hidden gem. Love this place. Great people and great food. Worth the drive if you don't live near by.

This bar restaurant is one of best food and service in the LA area. If you are true sushi lovers. This is kind of hidden sushi place to go. Good sake selections too. (Owner chef says this is not sushi restaurant it's a bar) It's bar concept but also great food and sushi restaurant as well. Chef is Sushi master. He's been doing this long time. It's getting popular now so it's very difficult to make reservations. read more

As always Chef Jun served excellent fresh sashimi, and the cooked items were excellent. We love how the restaurant has been rearranged eliminating the bar. This is our favorite sushi bar in LA. And service was excellent. read more

Love this little place. It's affectionate, warm, and humble. Don't just come for the nigiri. The other izakaya items are stellar, notably the grilled yuzu chicken and the bakudan (I'm telling you. ). It has a decent sake list, and although for whatever silly reason I simply prefer hot sake, they have no problem warming any of them up for you. The chef is incredibly kind, as are the servers. Wife and I had a little unexpected date night, and it truly hit all the checks. Thank you. read more

3/6/2026 - One of my favorite places to visit when traveling to SoCal. The sake flight (Hoyo Manamusume, Dewazakura Izumi Judan, & Ama No To Tokubetsu Junmai) excellent. Started out with fishcakes in a light broth and fried oysters followed by beautifully presented sushi: Tuna, Yellowtail, Snapper, and melt-in-your-mouth Toro. Next was the grilled Yuzu Chicken and Fried Shrimp. The Saba, Amberjack, Black Snapper, and Spanish Mackerel with thin, crispy fried fish skin so delicious. The uni was so smooth and really hit the spot. Finally, another order of grilled Yuzu chicken to dip in the savory sauce left over from the fried oysters. Service by the staff, the expert skill of the sushi chef, and our entire experience was wonderful as I shared good times and laughter with my daughter and son-in-law. read more

What a hidden gem! Who would of known there's a fantastic izakaya in the Valley. From the outside Bar Uerukamu doesn't even look like a restaurant until you walk in. Reservation is a must because and tables are limited, maybe total of eight tables. They also has a nice sake list. Food that was ordered: Complimentary Cold Soba w/ Fresh Wasabi. Delicious, light and refreshing. Gobo Chips: Good, the only other place that I have eaten this was at Hachi in Torrance. This place does well but I wish they would cut it into small thinner strips. Nasu Miso: Excellent. Fried Aji: Fantastic! perfectly done. The aji batter was nice and light. Ankimo: Outstanding. So rich and creamy. 4 Kinds of Sliverfish Sushi: Delicious. All the fish was fresh and well prepared. Shari was nice and seasoned. Kohada: Delicious: Kohada was well marinated not to vinegary. Iwashi: Delicious: Not as fatty this time of the year but still has the oily and slightly fatty goodness. Karrage Chicken: This was ok. The Karrage was over fried. Tsukume Yuzu Ponzu: Good. First time having chicken tsukume served this way. The tsukume was moist and flavorful. Service: Super friendly and professional. Overall what a great place. I'm definitely a fan of Bar Uerukamu. Even though the food menu is as large as many izakaya places but it's still soild. They also have the special board which I recommend ordering food from too. Until next time. read more

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I went in for the lunch curry! Omg it was so good....super fancy and you can taste the chef skills that went in to the curry! you can't or wouldn't make this at home so it was sooo worth it read more

Bar Uerukamu - Lunch curry with Hamburg - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Delicious little find in the valley. The fish was fresh and the small items were really good! Tried a few of the popular items - the karage and eggplant were very good. The servers were very nice. Definitely an authentic homey feel. Not a large restaurant, so it's better to have a reservation! Despite it being small, we spent almost 2 hours there and were not pressured at all to leave as opposed to other small spots you may visit. Overall was delicious and look forward to coming back! read more

This is my first time trying out this restaurant but I would go back again. But maybe next time I will order other items that I haven't tried yet. Below are items me and my husband tried tonight. Washington Oyster- Half Shell - fresh, perfect amount sauce. They also added some pickles and seaweed. The presentation GREAT! Price: $7 per piece Rating 8/10 - I know seafood are expensive but I think that the price can be more cheaper. #1 Tuna Yellow, YellowTail, Salmon- very fresh, just enough wasabi, fish to rice ratio is great, perfect amount of soy sauce to the sushi. Price: $14 for three pcs. Fair- I will pay for the quality. Rating: 9/10 Toro Special- very fresh, quality of fish is really awesome! The fish to rice ratio is superb! I like the added roll of ginger on the side to clean our palate every-time we try a variety of sushi. Perfect amount of soy sauce to the sushi as well! This is a must try if you like the toro/belly of the fish. Price: 25.00 for 3 varieties of toro. - Great deal for the quality of fish that they serve. Rating: 10/10 Kara-age Chicken: I like the crunch but this is my least favorite because of how big it is, but I think that I am just used to smaller kaarage portions. The chicken is juicy but can be cooked a little more longer. Doesn't have a lot of batter unlike other kaarage chicken that I've tried which is good because there is enough chicken the flavor is good. Rating : 7/10 Price: $6 for 2 big balls. Kobe Beef: good quality meat, flavorful, I love the fried shallots, there is a touch of smoky flavor to it. A little salty for me( I am not really a fan of sodium) but it was just perfect for my husband Rating: 8/10 Price $15 for two pcs. The service is superb and the servers are knowledgeable!! I also like the ambience and the music background music. A really chill spot. It just a small restaurant but is a hidden gem if you like around the area like us! read more

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This was a great experience. The food tasted amazing and the service was excellent. We ordered a carafe of sake nicknamed "purple rain" and it was so smooth . I'm looking forward to going back. read more

Excellent food (especially the sushi!), attentive service, and very good prices. I've been here at least 5 times and the large menu plus multiple specials means I still haven't tried everything. Sushi is extremely fresh and hot and cold appetizers are delightful as well. Everyone who works here is helpful. Small and intimate feel with just a few tables. I'll be back soon! read more

Went here on a whim and a desire to spend a little more than I usually would on dinner- and they delivered! The Japanese mackerel was to die for, and the cocktail I ordered (don't remember the name) was also very good. It was a personal dining experience, and definitely not easy on the wallet, but worth it for a great experience on a special occasion. The wait staff was very attentive and answered all questions with confidence. read more

Bar Uerukamu - Ikura cup - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Reservation only Food - great. Don't be scared away by the prices, the quality of food and ingredients that goes into it are well worth it, along with the experience of the staff, let alone the amazing sushi chef. Service - impeccable. Is this an experience I would come back to have? You better believe it. read more

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All of our food was so delicious and authentic. The fish on our sushi was fresh and tasty. We especially loved the salmon - possibly the best salmon sushi I've ever had. They season the sushi for you, creating the perfect balanced bite - so no need to add soy sauce or wasabi. The service was also wonderful, all the staff were very friendly and gave great recommendations. We absolutely loved how the karaage was fried, so juicy and crispy - plus the curry sauce on it made it so unique and delicious. The crab arancini were also delicious, a perfect fusion of Italian and Japanese. The crispy rice under the lava egg was fried to perfection and paired so well with the egg. The agedashi tofu was delicately fried and served with the most tasty broth. The local Nova sake flight also impressed us, each one was unique and so smooth. The ambiance is warm, inviting and cozy. We are already ready to come back for another meal! read more

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We decided to come here after seeing the Yelp reviews and it did not disappoint! It has a very cozy feel on the inside and the servers were beyond kind and friendly. Everything we ordered was delicious and the sushi was incredibly fresh-- the tuna literally melts in your mouth. We also got the Japanese custard pudding and it was such a light, tasty dessert to end the meal! This is probably the highest quality sushi we've had in a very long time! read more

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I have mixed feelings about this place. Everyone was nice but it seemed that everyone else ordered and got their food after we ordered ours. Some sushi was good (I enjoyed the Spanish Mackerel) and some was not (albacore was disappointing). I enjoyed the shishito peppers. Also overpriced for what it is and where it's located. read more

Best omakase in the valley. Food quality is top notch along with good service. Highly recommend.

Wonderful experience! Great staff, great food (loved the "say when to stop" Omakase option)!

What a hidden gem!!!! I can't believe this 5* restaurant is tucked away in a rundown strip mall. We each enjoyed the sake tasting which was three different types of sake, 4 ounces each. We ended up ordering a carafe to share afterwards. The menu covered a broad range of cold, hot, vegetarian, meat and seafood 'tapas' including sushi. I really cannot rave enough about how each of the dishes were unique and held its own. All I can say is it's a hidden gem with very friendly and attentive staff. You need to experience this yourself... Hours are very limited, so make sure you call and make a reservation. They were very quick on confirming our reservation on a Wednesday. read more

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Bar Uerukamu is a great date night spot. The ambience inside has a romantic jazz lounge vibe (they also do play great jazz and other music). They are also reservation only and rightfully so as it is a smaller restaurant and their service is very attentive. Their food ranges from Japanese specialties to sushi. The food my husband and I tried was delicious and they are also known for their sake selection. My husband ordered a sake flight and the recommendations they provided were great. read more

The food and service was excellent. We each got the omikase and it was nothing but amazing, it seemed never ending, but be prepared for it to take a minute. read more

Bar Uerukamu - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing Japanese izakaya! Small little restaurant with not a huge selection, but everything we tried was delicious (we ordered about 15 items). Favorites were the Japanese yam fries, yellowtail belly sushi, and mini unagi bowl. The sake selection was also great - we got the noble arrow, which was smooth and wonderful. Yuzu chu-hai was great as well, but I'd avoid the lemon chu-hai. read more

Bar Uerukamu - Sake - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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One of LA's hidden gems. I absolutely love this place and everything about it. Its so small but has so much goodness inside of it. Great food, amazing sake selection and you can tell each bottle is selected carefully, great service and nothing else! Mariko san is always amazing and I highly recommend going there for a great bottle of sake and some food! どうもありがとうございます ! read more

Amazing sake, amazing service, great atmosphere and fun staff. Would love to go again. If you want to try different types of sake this is the place to go read more

Bar Uerukamu - Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great sushi! Great service! But I feel a lot was paid for us still being hungry after dinner.

Jun, the chef/owner of this restaurant, had a sushi bar in Tarzana called Uerukamu for many years. It was my go to sushi destination but, sadly for me, he retired a long time ago. Not only was the food always on point, it was a cool looking place and he played great music, mainly well curated jazz. Well, I found out that he came out of retirement and his skills have not diminished one bit. Everything we tried was first rate. He considers this more of a sake bar/tapas kind of restaurant but he still offers a nice selection of sushi and sashimi along with an interesting menu of cooked small plates. A very good sake selection available in different serving sizes, including sake flights, is a nice touch and worth exploring. The restaurant has limited seating so reservations are a good idea. Jun has once again created a cool atmosphere in a rather nondescript shopping center location....and the music is still excellent. Front of house is tended by his wife and she and the staff all work to create a welcoming atmosphere. I highly recommend a visit! read more

Very friendly and helpful service. Excellent food. A joy to be in the restaurant. Will definitely be back!

Definite hidden gem. The food is unapologetically Japanese and I felt like I was back in Japan. There are many authentic Japanese restaurants nowadays that are great, but this place just has that subtle detail that makes it seem like it is catering specifically for the Japanese palate rather than the general mass. I had about 7 different tapas, some sushi, and sake. My favorite and in my opinion the must order is the bakudon. Where else will you find a natto/tuna/squid/tofu dish in this region at a reasonably priced/non-michelin restaurant? A dash of soy and the umami from the combination of everything was amazing. I would come back specifically for this dish. The sushi was also pretty good, priced at about $8-12 for most nigiri which is on par for the region. The fish was very good, not the best I've had, but the attention, care, and execution was what really sold it. You can tell they spent a little extra time on it with now neat it is, the temperature, any extra knife work on it, if it's pre seasoned with any soy/toppings, etc. At this price point, definitely punches above its weight. For example, the aji nigiri also came with a little piece of the fried bone/spine which ate like a very delicate delicious fish cracker. The sake was good and they had a variety that are not your typical mainstream favorites. The sake was a little more expensive than typical for the amount imo and if you just ordered a bottle, but not by much and I thought it was worth it for the experience of trying new flavors. Overall, will definitely be coming back! read more