Bincho absolutely nailed it again. I had the spicy tonkotsu tamago bowl and it was incredible. The…read moreflavors blend so perfectly into the rich pork broth, with just the right amount of spice. The soup is so good you honestly can't stop drinking it. This place really makes me feel like I'm back in Japan every time I come here. We've been a few times now, and somehow it just keeps getting better and better every visit. I honestly don't know how they do it, but everything about this place is amazing. The service is amazing to you always feel looked after the whole time you're there. The place itself is super cute and has such a nice vibe. It's the perfect little spot for a date night or even just to chill, have a drink, and enjoy some seriously good ramen. Easily one of my favorite spots and 100% worth it every time.

Oh my goodness, Bincho creates the most flavorful bowl of ramen in the SFV, hands down!…read more I came by for take out today close to the opening at 5PM, and they were already lit with customers! Despite even that, I was helped immediately and was heading out with my order for 2 bowls in about 15 minutes. I was also offered a glass of ice water while I waited, which was very kind. Every aspect from the dark walls and wooden bar, down to the music and bathroom is well thought out. You can tell they truly value their space and the customers that support the restaurant. Don't get me started on the food ~ We tried the Bincho Egg Black Tonkatsu Ramen. The broth was silky and creamy, not oily or heavy at all. The black garlic added a very interesting earthy and almost scorched taste to it. The egg was sweet, and I've never had a sweet ramen egg before but it went well with the rest of the umami flavors in the dish. The green onions and wood ear mushrooms had a fresh crunch to them and there was enough to get a good amount in every bite. The charsiu was tender + savory sweet, kinda tasted like cheese to me but that's also a positive lol! The noodles were slightly chewy and the portion was just right for the amount of broth you get. I have nothing bad to say about this ramen, it's truly one of those spots where your heart desires seconds or even thirds lowkey. I'll be back again to try a different option on the menu. That spicy karaage looked pretty fire so I may need to come back to try that too... Thank you Bincho! Y'all killed the ramen game.

Came here with a couple of friends to FINALLY try Tabu Shabu out! Finally a hot pot spot in the…read morevalley! Was super excited. We came on Tuesday at 530, and it was pretty empty, it was also somewhat warm out lol. I got the miso broth with brisket and the shiratake noodles. Everything was great. Our server was super nice and helpful and patient. Overall, everything was delicious. Will def come back! The vibes all around were great and welcoming. Parking: it's in a shopping center - most spots are 30 min parking but there's more parking downstairs. They also have happy hour but I wasn't sure what it was? But Tuesdays- all day- drinks are BoGo free!

My boyfriend and I like to go out for dinner for Date Night and this night he got to choose where…read morewe went. He knows I love hot pot and instead of our usual 626 hot pot spots, he wanted to choose something new and hip that we've never tried before. He heard from a friend that Tabu Shabu was a good hot pot place so we decided to try it out. The restaurant is located in the corner in a huge plaza, we came on a Friday night and although the plaza was busy, we were able to find a parking spot. Inside the restaurant, you'll either be seated the few tables that they or in the center circular "bar" style seating. It was my first time being at a hot pot place with this style seating, but it was a unique experience. Once seated, we were given menus and quickly asked what we wanted to drink. After the waitress took our order, it took us about 15 minutes for our appetizer to arrive. We ordered spicy edamame and a cucumber salad. The menu was very basic and I wasn't impressed with the broth selection. The standard broth was traditional kombu (literally water with a huge piece of seaweed), miso for additional $1, sukiyaki, for additional $3, and tonkotsu for additional $4. Sounds a bit absurd to me that they would charge extra for the different options when at much better tasting Hot Pot places, the options would all be included in the price. After 20 minutes, one of the waiters noticed that we didn't receive our broth or food and asked us if we ordered yet. We told him that a waitress took our order already but we haven't received our food. Turns out, the waitress took our order but didn't place it in the system yet. I'm hangry at this point, we came to our reservation at 7:30, it's 8:20 at this point and we had plans at 9pm-- so I was a bit annoyed that we had to wait so long. Things were turned around once we received our order though, the broth and food came quickly after she placed our order and the veggie platter section was OK. I'm not the biggest fan of hot pot places that have preselected veggie plates. The veggie plate had a small handful of spinach, a few pieces of napa cabbage, 3 pieces of broccoli, two slices of kabocha pumpkin, a small bunch of enoki mushroom, two pieces of tofu, and some onion slices. It's a nice "variety" but I only like broccoli and mushroom, but because I don't eat rice I had no choice but to eat the veggies to fill me up. I'm happy they offered Shirataki noodles! I chose the large portion and did half chicken half chuck roll. The chuck roll I was given was chewy and fatty. I spat out the chewy parts which was basically majority of the portion I was given. Would I come back here? No, but being from the 626, I have higher expectations for hot pot because I've grown up eating it. This is a good hot pot place for beginner hot pot goers.

A bit on the pricey side this is definitely not a two dollar $ sushi restaurant, that should be…read moreupdated. However the service was very good -no hot towels but it was attentive. Food came very fast actually a bit too fast! Miso soup good-lots of tofu which we like Large plate of edamame Yellowtail sashimi very good, I like how it's cut into small smaller pieces So lemon I am So happy roll we're both So good!

The Bottom Line 3.5 stars: Nice relaxing environment to meet up with family and friends for some…read moregood Japanese food. Recommended if you are in the area. Location 4 stars: In Tarzana, CA in the SFV, on the Southwest corner of Ventura Blvd and Shirley Avenue, in a large shopping plaza. Plenty of self-parking. Venue 4 stars: Upscale, nicely decorated venue. Comfortable and spacious but a little too brightly lit IMHO. Large sushi bar area that is always tightly packed. Indoor tables and booths as well as outdoor seating. They take reservations, so you will not have to wait long during busy times. Service 3.5 stars: Polite and frequent. Our order was taken quickly, and food came quickly as well. Food 3.5: Good quality fish and creative preparations. Nice assortment of small Japanese plates, sushi and rolls. Plating and presentations are very nice. Their pricing is quite a bit above the norm compared to similar restaurants. Drinks 3.5: Smaller assortment of beer, sake, wine, soft drinks and tea. Pricing is a little above the norm. Draft beer is very pricey for its size.

This place is my local spot and boy do I love it!! The spicy tuna crispy rice and spicy tuna hand…read moreroll are a 10/10!! The staff is super nice and very friendly, I would say the sushi here is not bad at all either. As a local spot right next to my house we come here weekly it's amazing!

Weewawoowah! Who'd a thunk this unassuming sushi spot in a strip mall would be so good?!? Very…read morefresh sushi; they had uni AND toro my faves, and chef even asked on our second order of uni if it was ok the uni came from Japan, not local. Like waaaatttt?! It's also super cute with hella lucky cats everywhere. And service was super quick. I will say the tuna on crispy rice people are raving about was not my jam. But if you want really good, fresh sushi with good quality control, this is your spot. Enjoy!

My current local takeout fixation and maybe some of the best udon I've ever eaten…read more The bento boxes are a lot of food! Very good food, but just know you should come hungry.

It's taken Jim G. and I forever to finally get to this tasty spot; glad we did!…read more Parking lot is small and looks like door-dent central; luckily, there is ample street parking. They are also open late, which seems rare out here in the Valley! Not too busy when we got there and grabbed a booth. Friendly server (whose name I did not get) explained to us that the ramen and curry come mild, medium, or hot, or, if you're more daring, there is a "heat challenge" for $1 extra with 3 or 4 more intense heat levels on the menu. We went with the basic 'hot' which had a nice kick and, more importantly, good flavor. We enjoyed the Tan Tan Men ($19.95) and the Ton Katsu Curry ($18.95). Both were great portion sizes and full of flavor. We also ordered a side of Sausage ($6), which tasted a bit like hot dog. Probably wouldn't order that again. I thought I saw Asahi in the cooler and was excited, but, sadly it's non-alcoholic. A cold beer or two would be perfect with the food. We learned after the fact that we can byob, so we will be doing that next time.

One of my go to sushi spots because of their simplicity and quality taste. Located in a shopping…read moreplaza with lots of parking. There's underground spots as well. The space inside is not that big so I would recommend reservations, especially Friday nights and weekends. You can order take out as well. The menu isn't overly big, which is nice. They also have some unique rolls I hadn't seen anywhere else like the lemon roll which I would recommend. My other favorites were the blue crab roll and halibut hamachi. The taste is the fish is fresh and melts in your mouth and they don't overpower items with extra sauces. Will be back for sure!

I gave this restaurant three stars, our experience was mixed, we were a group of ten people some…read morereally enjoyed it and some less, I personally was on the side that didn't connect. It's important for me to mention that this review reflects my personal taste. We ordered a wide variety of dishes to try as much as possible and I tasted almost everything Unfortunately I didn't connect with the flavors Most of the sashimi dishes had a strong fishy taste as if the fish wasn't handled precisely enough before serving and in some cases the cuts were too thick for sashimi. The only dish I truly enjoyed was a vegetarian roll, which felt balanced and tasty to me, probably because it didn't include fish. The fruit creme brulee dessert also didn't work for me, it didn't look very appealing, and the flavors didn't come together in a way I liked. The staff was very nice, and the place itself is small and cute, with a pleasant atmosphere overall. Overall, it's possible that others will enjoy it more, especially those who like stronger, more dominant flavors, but for me, the experience was average, which is why my rating is three stars.

When it gets busy, there's really no one at the front and we just have to wait there until someone…read morecomes but other than that really happy with the food. Loved the sushi and ramen! Hope to eat there again soon!

On a chilly day I was craving some ramen and so my friend and I decided to order out from Kopan…read more She wanted sushi so it was the best of both worlds. Online ordering was easy and when she got there the order was ready. She said service was good and fast. She said the environment was laid back and very casual. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen with tofu and the eel avocado roll. When it arrives the broth was still warm. I added the tofu and noodles in immediately. The taste of the broth was ok, but other than that it didn't have much flavor. Maybe it would have tasted better in house but having ramen from other places, this was nothing special. The roll as well was a 3/5. The eel was though, didn't melt in your mouth. Next time I'll probably eat in person and hopefully have a better experience.

Love me some niko!!! Been coming here for years. New owner…read moreand he's really great and attentive Food is great! Ambiance is really upbeat! DJ sets on Friday nights!!

By far the worst experience ive had Ive been coming to Niko…read morefor over 23 years. Lately horrible customer service. The food is trash and not fresh. Its disgusting

Best sushi in the San Fernando Valley…read more The sushi chefs are amazing. Equivalent to Katsuya

We've been coming to this sushi spot regularly, and every single time we make sure to sit at the…read morebar--because that's where Ben is. Ben isn't just a sushi chef, he's an artist. You can genuinely feel the love and passion he puts into every single dish he prepares. It's not just about the food (which is absolutely incredible), it's about the care, attention, and pride he brings to every plate. That energy translates directly into the flavor, you can taste the difference. What really sets him apart is how much he truly cares about his customers. He takes the time to connect, to make sure everything is perfect, and to create an experience, not just a meal. Sitting at the bar and watching him work is something special. Amazing service, amazing food, and most importantly, an amazing human being behind it all. Ben deserves all the recognition for the heart and soul he puts into what he does. If you come here, do yourself a favor, sit at the bar and let Ben take care of you. You won't regret it.

Don't let the ordinary, not-so-fancy shopping center on the corner of Winnetka and Saticoy fool…read moreyou. Moon Sushi has a warm, friendly atmosphere, and it was great to see the owner present and serving customers alongside the servers and chefs. We ordered a variety of dishes, and while some of the fish selections may sound ordinary, the flavors were anything but. Every bite left us impressed. Their specialty rolls were unique, and nothing we tried had an overpowering flavor. Each dish had its own special touch and was balanced beautifully. We tried salmon, yellowtail, tuna, albacore, toro, and even wagyu beef sushi-style, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. From the outside, you might wonder how a place this simple could be so good, but from the first bite to the last, you'll be pleasantly surprised throughout the entire meal. Highly recommended, and we will definitely be back. It is a bit pricey, but honestly, what isn't in 2026? In Moon Sushi's case, you're paying for quality, freshness, and a memorable dining experience.

Well prepared and fresh quality fish. The oysters and sashimi were absolutely perfect! The seafood…read moreservice was excellent, attentive without being overbearing. The atmosphere is quite lively with music at the bar that at times made it a bit difficult to have a conversation, but overall an excellent experience.