A family owned/run business in beautiful downtown Lunada Bay! Is a tiny little restaurant that up until 20 years ago had been a French restaurant, amongst other things along the way Never thinking a sushi restaurant would make it, I was a doubter. I'm so glad I was wrong. James, his asst and wife run this place and the fish is fresh and the service is welcoming. Go! read more

The lunch special is great! The chicken teriyaki is authentic and the california rolls are delicious. The tempura leaves a bit to be desired, but it makes for a very enjoyable meal. Prices here are a bit more expensive, more than the menu noted on their Google photos, but if you're in the mood for Japanese it's worth it. read more

Wow, the lunch specials went up in price again. Holy cow , this is not a value restaurant. I guess lunada bay real estate prices are too high to be able to have lunch specials that are less than $23. But , frankly, it's now at the point where your better off driving a bit farther to either golden cove or riviera village to get Japanese food. And we were the only ones in at lunch time. That's not good either. So sad...Sad but true read more

Black Bamboo Sushi - Lunch menu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Palos Verdes Estates, California

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family owned restaurant. The sushi is consistent and the food is excellent fresh fish and excellent food. I totally love that the chefs are all Japanese. and this service is great. read more

Well buyer beware. Went here for the first time when I saw the sign that said bento box lunch special. My experience with most lunch specials especially Asian food is a value and around $15. Let's just say inflation is a bigger bitch than I thought! Can't blame egg prices since it was just miso soup not egg drop. Also didn't know one protein was more than another. The sign offered no pricing information. That's what I get for not asking and now I know why they didn't list a price! Rubbery bbq beef ribs were $29.00! Wow! Asked if I could substitute the CA rolls since I don't do seafood for an extra piece of tempura and was told sorry price imbalance cannot do it. Salad was incredibly bland and dressing was like orange water. Food was 3 stars service 3 stars ambiance 2 stars and value one or zero stars. Shame on me for not inquiring about the price and shame on them for not listing it. Not an accident for sure. Two lunch specials with one can of Coke was $62 before tip! No wonder the place was completely empty. read more

Black Bamboo Sushi - The special. Looks ok. Tempura was only thing above average. $29! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Palos Verdes Estates, California

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WOW, just wow! I can't believe I haven't been here before. It's not that far from me, and it's in this quaint location in PVE. I can't say enough good things about this place. The fish is incredibly fresh. The flavors are so well layered and even on seemingly heavier dishes there's a light finish in each dish. Really unique combinations that all compliment one another from dish to dish. I will definitely be back, many many times! read more

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First time eating here and it was great. Small and intimate with great creative sushi and spot on service. Very attentive to us and somehow knew it was my birthday. Definitely will be back and happy to find a new place to eat close to our home. read more

Excellent, very fresh sushi and sashimi - the best I have ever had. Warm and friendly staff and atmosphere. Jason, the owner, is the best!! Black Bamboo is very popular with locals for eating in and for take out. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

My wife and I went for a sushi at the Black Bamboo in Lanada Bay last Thursday night. There was one occupied table there when we came in, and we decided to sit at the sushi bar. We ordered a Hamachi carpaccio, and two orders of tuna belly sushi, and two orders of Hamachi sushi. The carpaccio was pretty good. When we got the Hamachi and Tuna belly, it was sort of sliced up in grids. The tuna belly was pretty much inedible as it smelled a little fishy, and sinewy. The Hamachi was just OK.. we left over most of the tuna belly. Our bill before tip was over $100 . Did I also mention it took 20 minutes before we even got served? We will never go back to this restaurant . read more

What great little gem located in PVE! When my fiancé brought me here, as this has been his spot since forever, I was pleasantly surprised by how tasty and wonderful everything is. All of the fish is ridiculously fresh and the fresh homemade soju is just heaven! The staff is wonderful and very attentive, which is greatly appreciated! For anyone in So Cal, Black Bamboo is worth the drive! read more

Hey, I love a good bento box, and you'll find that here. I had the bulgogi lunch special, which comes with 4 California rolls, vegetable tempura, ginger salad, and white rice (no brown rice, I asked). It was pretty good. The bulgogi was tasty. I'll have to try the galbi lunch special next time. I dined outside at one of their 2 outdoor tables. There's also dining indoors and a lot of take out orders. There's definitely high foot traffic during the week, due to the local high school. No need to worry about parking. There's plenty of free parking. read more

Black Bamboo Sushi - Bulgogi lunch special - Sushi Bars Near Me - Palos Verdes Estates, California

This is a fun little sushi/sashimi restaurant right in the heart of PV Estates. This is a small restaurant that caters to both in-dining and to-go. As this restaurant is housed in a small space, you need to keep that in mind because there may not always be tables available. They have a few tables inside and two tables outside in a small patio area. Personally, I enjoy the outdoor dining the best as it's always nice to be out in the air. The food here is what you would expect. They have the chef cutting the sashimi and they have the person in the back preparing the sushi and/or other dishes. You pay when you order, and the person you pay is generally the same person who will bring the food to your table when it is ready. The time you come to this restaurant will really dominate your overall experience. I would suggest that you avoid noon-time because the area gets very-very crowded with not only the construction workers who are working in the area and taking their lunch but the students from the local high school. These students really impact the area in a big way right at lunchtime. They wander all over the place, talking loudly, for about an hour and it can be a little bit distracting when you are trying to enjoy your meal. There's a lot of free parking in the area, so that should never be a problem. Overall, the staff is very nice at this restaurant and their food is pretty good. read more

Great service and fresh fish... but sushi rice was hard :( For $40 for 8 pieces of sushi and a roll, I expected a bit better

Sushi Rice was extremely dry, and some pieces are hard. I can't justify paying 35 dollars for them. read more

Black Bamboo Sushi - Sushi Combo A - Sushi Bars Near Me - Palos Verdes Estates, California

Nestled in the cove of Lunada Bay, this local sushi spot is truly a gem for our community. With some of the freshest fish in the south bay, this restaurant truly provides a dining experience second to none. The decorations make you feel like your back in Japan and the service is just as you'd expect from the Japanese. Amazing food, service, and vibes! The albacore sashimi, yellowtail carpaccio and fire cracker roll were our favorites! The tuna poke was also new to me and something unique. read more

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Stoped for a lunch... ok sushi (not the freshest)... roll was dry and lacked flavor. Other dishes were also ok.... Service was good. I won't be back. read more

After a nice hike through Palos Verdes my Mom and I came here since it was a convenient stop on our drive down the 15 mi scenic route through Rancho Pales Verdes. The little food center here is super cute. The baseball and football teams were all out and about grabbing a post-game meal at the pizza place and deli shop. The sushi shop was a little more quiet but still got people coming in regularly. We got a nice seat outside with my pup. The chairs had nice cushions but were a little uncomfortable for my back. The service was very friendly, however it took a bit of time and a second request to get our drinks. It took much longer than I'm used to waiting to get our food even though they weren't that busy and our orders were simple. But when the food came it was great. The tempura had acorn squash which was a yummy sunrise, but not the fried onion that's my Mom's favorite. The dressing on the salad was a bit watery and not as good as I've had before. The bulgogi was great, my Mon said and the spicy tuna roll too. I had the rainbow roll which hit the spot. It had a little sweet sauce on the bottom which was a pleasant surprise that I'm not used to on rainbow rolls. I could have done without the red and green onions on top. And the fish didn't seem super fresh since it didn't have that ultra vibrant color and stick to the sushi. I definitely don't recommend a roll with a lot of shrimp on top, since the one piece I had with shrimp was super rubbery and in-fresh feeling. The avocado and tuna were the best in my opinion. The food and environment together make this a great sushi stop on the scenic highway, but I'd try another sushi place next time I'm in the area. If this place had great low prices then it would be great, but since it costs as much as pristine sushi I've had before, it just doesn't measure up. read more

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My daughter wanted to eat sushi today and we had just finished a nice walk through the Palos Verde Estates so we looked for sushi options and found this one. We had our dog with us so we were seated outside on the patio and my daughter ordered the rainbow roll and I had the bento box because I like to try lots of different things and I love tempura. It took a little bit longer than I thought it should get our food but once it came I quickly forgot that. I had the miso soup to start and then I received the bento box with Bulgogi. If you've never tried Bulgogi it's a Korean thinly sliced beef with onions and mushrooms and a delicious sauce. Terrible Gogi was wonderful and The vegetable tempura was exceptional. There were three kinds of squashes and a shrimp and a nice pond zoo sauce to dip in. The only disappointment of the entire meal was their salad dressing. I was surprised that it was very watery and tasteless. I think it would help if they made a thicker dressing. I upgraded from the California roll to the spicy tuna roll for a dollar. I was a little disappointed that they were only two for tiny pieces of sushi but they were good. The bento box was a substantial amount of food so it was a good value and I took home a little bit at the Bulgogi because I ordered the green tea ice cream, which cannot be passed up.If you've never had a green tea ice cream you're completely missing out. It's one of the best flavors on the planet because it's not overly sweet and if your dairy lover like I am it satisfies that craving for whole milk rich dairy. It was a fair price for an ample serving.My daughter enjoyed her favorite sushi roll, the rainbow roll, and remarked that the sweet sauce that it came with was a special surprise. This is a wonderful place in a small neighborhood to eat if you happen to be in this neck of the woods. The only reason it didn't get five stars is because of the tasteless salad dressing. There were lots of families enjoying the restaurant and it just had a good small local town feel to it. It was a delightful experience and I'm glad we came here. read more

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It's filling and authentic. I do wish they had a happy hour for lunch though. The prices were a bit steep so I didn't get to try everything I wanted, but what I did have was delicious. read more

Black Bamboo Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Palos Verdes Estates, California

They are super nice and helpful! The place is kind of like a mom and pop shop, super cute and cozy but small. And the food is so yummy the salmon just melts inf your mouth and I haven't been disappointed read more

Black Bamboo Sushi - Yellowtail belly 10/10 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Palos Verdes Estates, California

Always amazing here. Jason is a very talented sushi chef with always the freshest fish along with a great crew. The Hamachi Carpaccio is insanely good along with the fire cracker and too many others to list! read more

They food is so good! The fish tastes insanity fresh. Plus it's super good how nice the people who work there are. It's a small place so it's super cute and quaint. Love it 10/10. read more

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Great spot for delicious sushi. Quick and helpful service with an eye for detail. We'll be back!

The prices are a little higher than other sushi places I've been too. I ordered the udon and asked if they use garlic in the broth, was told they didn't, but still had a bunch of garlic in it. I wouldn't have ordered it if that was the case. read more

Haven't been here for a while and now we have come twice in the last 2 weeks for lunch. Simply phenomenal. The quality of the seafood is outstanding and we just love sitting at the sushi bar and watching Jason create. Couldn't recommend this place more. read more

Black Bamboo Sushi - Scrunch Tuna Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Palos Verdes Estates, California

Amazing food, good ambience, quiet. Rare sushi spot in the South Bay. Will be returning soon.

A complete hidden gem in Lunada Bay! We started coming here again after lockdown and had forgotten how fresh, how good, and how relaxing this little spot is! It fills up quickly so you have to get there early, or make a reservation, but it's worth it! read more

Great little mom and pop sushi place. Simple fresh traditional sushi. Everything was great. Food, service , all great

How lucky are we to have our own local sushi bar right down the street in Lunada bay? We've been coming to Black Bamboo since we moved to town and it feels like a homecoming every time we pop in for take out or a sit down meal. The sushi is always fresh and delicious. The atmosphere is always fun and welcoming. There are several vegetarian and kid-friendly items on the menu, including my son's favorite dish, the udon noodle soup that comes with a small California roll. The prices may seem high at first but one bite and you'll see that you get what you pay for - and maybe even a little more! Try it and see! read more

Decent sushi. Pretty pricey. Workers constantly looking for ways to cheat you out of your money. Asked for an extra sauce container and was told it'd be $1. Also charged me $16 for a regular salmon roll when market price is closer to $8 (took advantage of not having it on the menu). Not knocking the hustle but also not interested in watching my back while I dine/relax. There are 2 other sushi spots w/in 10 minutes of this place. Recommend trying them out instead. read more

Incredibly delicious sushi. The freshest of the fresh seafood each and every time. Each roll and dish made with love and dedication in offering an amazing meal. Jason and Antonio are the best!!! Me and my family are fans forever!! Thank you Black Bamboo read more

Small but quaint. Love this place for lunch. The Bento Box is perfect and always tasty. Staff is friendly and they have limited outside dining. read more

Love the food and the convenience. Have found the sushi/fish/oysters to be fresh every time we've eaten here. Servers are super helpful with rolls, sake pairing. Great neighborhood joint. Very versatile menu--super kid and family friendly read more

Takeout only. Staff was courteous. I'm looking forward to trying more! Try: Ultimate Jim roll if you like crunchy and Sunshine roll if you like spicy. I really liked their side salad, it was big, had avocado and light ginger dressing. Fresh sushi was also good. Skip: Kingfisher roll, unless real crab is fresh...ours was extremely dry. We ended up eating only the yellowtail and avocado on top and had to toss the rest. read more

Place has changed. Very very pricey now, for the prices, would expect good sized portions, but that's not the case. Ordered an appetizer, it was forgotten about and when the check came and felt like I was being hurried out, I asked the waitress where the rest of my order was. She looked around and it wasn't even made yet. Too bad. read more

My favorite sushi restaurant in the South Bay. Outstanding fish and very local feel. Highly recommend. Just note their takeout can take up to an hour to prepare, so don't call too hungry! read more

This is the type of place you go to if you have time to waste. There's only one waiter and one sushi maker so expect really long wait times even if there's only a few other patrons. The sushi itself wasn't very good and it didn't help at all that I was on limited time either and that I never got prompt service. read more

Best sushi in the South Bay. Jason is a staple in the PV community. This place never disappoints and is a must try. Freshest sushi around.

My boyfriend took me here while we were visiting, and this place is a pretty quaint and cute, but in the nicer part of Palos Verdes. Parking is pretty ample and easy enough to find on a weekday for lunch. This restaurant was a bit dark and demure inside, and the service was quite fair. Despite its modest setting, Black Bamboo Sushi serves seriously good and creative sushi menus. I always sit at the sushi bar at these type of restaurants my sushi experience is always much better when sitting at a bar instead of at a table where I get to taste each piece right off the hands of the chef. THE FOOD - Although the menu did consist of a lot of imitation crab, the texture of the rice was one of the few criterias of a perfect sushi in my opinion and was worth while. Based on an affordable price for friends and family, Black Bamboo sushi is quite the bargain, but if you're in the mood for an ethereal dining experience, I would look elsewhere. read more

To say Black Bamboo is the best sushi restaurant in Palos Verdes doesn't necessarily mean much because it's not a big secret that fine dining on the hill is not where it should be. This place is ALWAYS. EXCELLENT, from the quality of their fish to their unique rolls. Our favourite menu items are the SSTSS, Leo Roll and the Sunshine Roll. I'm delighted that they also serve oyster shooters, which have gotten hard to come by, I'm sorry to say. I also get the individual organic saké. So glad these guys have remained open! Looking forward to takeaway for our anniversary on Monday. :) read more