This is hands-down the best and most exquisite sushi (and desserts) I've had in a long time and I feel so grateful to have a place of this caliber so close by in SGV! Prices are a bit high but the quality and service make up for it. Their sushi rolls are a highlight- fresh and deliciously seasoned. The flavor profile of the salmon truffle roll is complex with a nice citrus note while the wagyu roll is tender and umami. Can't wait to come back and try some more of their rolls! The desserts blew me away. That honey toast is the best I've had anywhere in the world. The crunchiness is perfect and while there is a crust to the toast, it's so thinly baked and so well flavored with honey that it tastes just as good as the center pieces! The croissant pudding was amazing as well; the light whipped cream and matcha ice cream were perfect complements. Free parking is plentiful on the streets, lots, or surrounding neighborhoods. We came on a Wednesday night with no wait. Our server was extremely nice and welcoming with super helpful suggestions! The restaurant itself is clean, spacious, and beautiful. This is officially my new favorite Japanese restaurant! Planning on coming back to try their Dine LA omakase special Aug 14-28! read more

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We had come once before, and I didn't write a review because I wanted to wait until I had come at least one more time before deciding. We enjoyed our initial visit and was impressed with the food. We decided to come back for DineLA week to see if what we had last time was a one-hit wonder. Not surprisingly, we were just as pleased as our initial visit, and this place will now be on rotation for us! Sushi quality was excellent and innovative. We selected the Signature Omakase, and the sashimi and nigiri were simply prepared so as not to detract from the true fish flavor. Miso soup with clams and simmered abalone were also on point, and not over cooked or overly salty. The only weak point of the menu was the lamb lollipops-this menu would have totally been elevated with a wagyu dish. Finally the dessert was such a delightful surprise- I DEVOURED my soy sauce ice cream and pudding. Service was great- our server was attentive but truly, the whole staff was! read more

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Ambiance and staff were nice. The sushi was fresh and everything was delicious. We tried the toro nori taco, cod(?) lettuce wrap, and yellow tail sashimi. The downside is I found everything was very overpriced. I think there are a lot of options out there with the same quality but cheaper. These few small bites were about $60. read more

Fillet Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

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Amazing sushi, Nigiri, miso black cod, and dessert! I got the nigiri assortment. Ten pieces total, with tamago and a cut roll. Absokutelt amazing quality fish, flavors, and rice. Super recommend. Husband got the sashimi, with 4 types of fish. Stunning to look at, a symphony on the palate. In addition, we also got the hirame and scallop nigiri, because I love scallops. The miso black cod was divine! And honestly, one of my favorite food items of the year... soy sauce ice cream. Legit, amaze. Its one of those things that leaves a lasting impression. I highly recommend trying. Sake selection was also astounding. Got a sparkling sake to share and then this amazing sweet rose glass that I would have happily ordered the full bottle for. 1000% recommend this sushi spot for lunch or dinner. Great drinks. Amazing service, shouts out to our server btw, cool guy! Way better than Mikomi across the street. read more

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On a mission to try all the sushi spots in downtown Monrovia! This time: Sushi Filet, toward the end of the strip. Heads up, it's more pricey than the other spots we've tried, but the quality is there. The restaurant was clean and the service was attentive throughout. We started with the miso cod lettuce wraps, perfectly cooked and seasoned, then the karaage, tender and crispy on the outside. The sashimi platter was fresh and delicious across the board. Only miss was the oysters. They looked great but tasted fishy, so skipping those next time. Dessert was great We had the bread pudding with soy sauce ice cream, and surprisingly the ice cream had a caramel profile. read more

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This place has amazing Japanese food. I learned the fish comes from the Japanese market and they rotate special fish weekly. The sashimi is fresh and unique. The toro with cheese was something new I never tried before. I love the chawanmushi. It is silky and soft. The monkfish liver is so creamy. They have unique sushi too. The service was nice. The ambience is upscale. An amazing time ! Now they have happy hour too. read more

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Absolutely outstanding from start to finish! The sushi was incredibly fresh, creative, and beautifully presented--every bite was full of flavor. Stephanie was warm, attentive, and truly exceptional. To top it all off, the soy ice cream with bread pudding was the perfect dessert and a must-try. A fantastic dining experience that I'll definitely be coming back for! By the way, the music in the background created the ambience. read more

Fillet Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

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Found this place through DineLA, the food was amazing!! We did the classic omakase with 6 courses, we were so full! Every dish was unique & beautifully presented. So much flavor bursting in my mouth. The sushi was good quality, fresh and melts in your mouth. Each fish tasted different but equally delicious. They used different sauces, some were torched and you can taste the slight smoked flavor. They had excellent service, always refilled my water, great timing in bringing out the food & they patiently explained what each dish was. They were accommodating to gluten free and provide tamari (gf soy sauce). The place was small but spacious, didn't feel cramped & nicely decorated. They have a great dineLA menu & happy hour Tues-Fri 5-6:30p or Sat-Sun 12-3p. It is more pricey but the quality and service make up for it. It's located in downtown Monrovia on Myrtle with plenty of free street parking. There's a street fair every Fri night and they close Myrtle for pedestrians only. Overall we had a wonderful experience and we will definitely return! read more

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Ok the food here is very fresh !! I've cane here before but I think it was named something else. Anyways, the sushi was so fresh and good! I ordered the salmon nigiri, miso soup, and shared the salmon truffle rolls that were beyonddd delicious! Good miso soup and fresh salmon nigiri that was very good!! Yummy !! The service was also very good!! It took awhile to come to our table, but once they did they were very attentive and good personalities!! The ambiance was perfect as well. Very modern and cute!! Located in downtown Monrovia so it's good vibes for sure!! I will definitely come Back here ! Very good menu! A lot to choose from. -Marshay D. read more

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Found this spot during Dine LA and really enjoyed it! I think they've been open for almost 2 years and honestly the food was so good. The sushi chef is Thai and you can tell they really put a lot of thought into every dish. We got to try a little bit of everything and everything was yummy. My favorite was definitely the miso cod lettuce wrap -- so good!! The sushi was also very fresh and definitely high-end sushi quality. Our server was super friendly, service was good, and the vibe was chill and relaxing. Overall, really happy we found this place. If you're reading this and thinking about trying it, GO! Definitely worth a try! read more

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I concur- everything from the product to the service to the bartending is top notch. It's an upgrade from your chain sushi joints like mikomi down the street so there is a premium, expect to average about $40 a person, but there are rolls here too if you wanna stay budget friendly. Had a wonderful time here, great place for a date night since the area is so walkable. 5 stars read more

Fillet Sushi - The spread, the skewers were just as good as the sushi. Thumbs up - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

My friend and I ate here for DineLa and WOW. I came here expecting good quality fish, but Fillet was so much more. The menu is very creative and the fish very fresh. Nothing is premade, all made from scratch. The tuna nigiri with Parmesan was incredible, so much so that we ordered an extra portion. The desserts (miso panna cotta and croissant pudding with soy sauce ice cream) were perfect. Stephanie was our server and she was lovely too. read more

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We had an amazing meal at Fillet Sushi with our family. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and had a simplistic, natural feel to it. We started with the crispy okra, toro nori tacos and black cod butter lettuce wrap. The flavors were perfectly balanced and unique. We have never had fried okra before but it was light and crispy. We then had the sashimi dishes - the pecorino truffle toro was amazing and melted in your mouth. I would have never imagined that cheese would pair so well with sashimi. It's the best bite I have had in a while. The tosazu crispy onion, ceviche, sea bream ships ponzu and scallop carpaccios were some of my favorite as well but honestly they were all delicious! You can taste the fresh quality of the seafood brought from Japan and the care the chef puts into each dish. The flavors and textures of the toppings are unique and pair so well together. The grilled skewers had nice charred flavor - my favorite was the Wagyu. And you have to get the soy sauce ice cream with croissant pudding - savory and sweet with flaky and buttery bread pudding. The shochu cocktails were refreshing and paired well with the meal. Definitely a memorable meal - come try them out! read more

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I never thought we would have this quality of fish and unique flavors on this side of town. The fish was really fresh and the flavors were deep and perfect. The service was great, they staff were friendly and provided information about each dish. I loved their wagyu and yellowtail carpaccios. Also the pecorino toro was exceptional! We will definitely come back here! Affordable high end sushi! read more

I love this place! It's good for a date night. The food was really good and innovative. They make their sauce homemade and the fish are high quality. This restaurant focus on fresh, premium sushi with unique combo flavors and authenticity. I am not a fan of veggies and they made the arugula salad and okra crispy and it made it more enjoyable and very tasty. The tori nori taco was super delicious as well. My favorite is the fillet sashimi sampler, everything tastes sooo soo good with unique flavors. The honey toast It's my first time trying soy sauce ice cream and it did not disappoint. The bread pudding was delicious and the whole combo dessert was not too sweet just like what I wanted. The service is amazing! I met LIN! she was very attentive and the chefs are very nice, talented and explained everything in detailed. I would definitely comeback here and recommend this place to my friends. read more

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Came to try their signature omakase from the DineLA menu. We made reservations for the bar and was seated immediately. Items included the following: 1. 4 item Appetizer - octopus & conch, monkfish liver, Kunomoto oyster (sweet but too much vinegar) tempura salad (loved it) &halibut 2. Premium sashimi: Scallop, chutoro with truffle shavings (one of my favorites), King mackerel (need more flavor) 3. Snow crab chuwanmushi - had an interesting rice wine flavor 4. Red snapper with lemon & salt... The rice was too warm. Overtook the fish flavor 5. Bluefin tuna 6. Seared Red snapper 7. Yellowtail 8. Seared sea perch 9. Hokkaido uni (so sweet) 10. Seared Otoro (melt in my mouth) 11. Grilled wagyu with truffle butter (I learned that I like truffle butter) 12. Croissant pudding with soy sauce ice cream.... Salty and lightly sweet Overall I enjoyed the meal. Pricing was good. Service was good. They filled our waters and took our empty plates. My finance got the sake pairing. We did have to wait a while for the sake. Inside was nice and clean. We went on a Friday night so the streets were closed for the weekly Farmers market. We parked at the nearby public parking. read more

Fillet Sushi - DineLA signature omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

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Made reservations and came during DineLA. We were seated right away. Chose the signature omakase, service was attentive - frequently refilled our water. We parked in a nearby lot that offered 3 hours of free parking, which was very convenient. Casual atmosphere. 4 seasonal appetizers: Arugula tempura with vinegar dressing, refreshing with great crunch (personal favorite) Monkfish liver was smooth and rich, nicely balanced by crunchy seaweed Oyster Clam and octopus ceviche had a bright citrus note Sashimi: Scallop with cucumber was soft and refreshing Chutoro with pecorino cheese and radish was an interesting, savory combination Mackerel was smoky and deeply flavorful Snow crab chawanmushi tasted like the sea Premium Nigiri: Sea bream with shiso, salt, and wasabi Seared kinmedai with soy glaze Shima aji with yuzu kosho and ponzu Akami with soy and salt Seared akamutsu Uni from Hokkaido was creamy and fresh (personal favorite) Seared otoro The grilled wagyu with truffle butter was cooked perfectly, aromatic and savory. Miso soup with mushrooms rounded out the savory courses nicely. Dessert was a croissant pudding with soy sauce ice cream, a unique and satisfying finish. read more

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Valentine's Modern Kaiseki Experience Food: 7/10 We chose the Valentine's Kaiseki instead of omakase, and honestly the first three courses were my favorite parts of the entire meal. The toro tartare nori tacos were creative and delicious -- I could easily eat a whole tray of just those. Same goes for toro nigiri. If they ever offered a toro-only tasting, I'm in. The scallops were cooked perfectly, tender and balanced. The firefly squid was also surprisingly great -- not chewy at all, which is usually my concern. I generally don't love oysters, but this Kumamoto oyster was actually very well prepared and enjoyable. Premium ingredients showed up throughout the meal -- uni, toro (multiple times), wagyu -- so the price point makes sense from an ingredient perspective. Where it dipped slightly for me: * The clear broth palate cleanser was my least favorite dish. * The wagyu with soba risotto had potential, but the risotto was served as a dense puck and the wagyu leaned slightly overcooked. * The simmered abalone was better than others I've tried, but it still carried that lingering ocean-forward taste that just might not be for me personally. The hojicha lava cake was devious in flavor -- rich, deep tea notes -- but there was no lava inside. Still tasty, just not what the name promised. Pacing: The wait time between dishes felt a little slow. The full experience took exactly 2 hours. Not necessarily bad for a Valentine's dinner, but noticeable. Service: 10/10 Service absolutely carried the experience. Our server had amazing energy, confidently explained each course, shared what the restaurant offers on different days, and gladly gave her input as dishes came out. Water was consistently refilled and plates were cleared quickly. The sushi chef even stopped by with a small rose bouquet, which was a really thoughtful Valentine's touch. Ambiance: Smart casual with full lovey-dovey Valentine's vibes. Intimate and date-night ready. Good to know: Steep Price, Small Portions, and There's a mandatory 18% service charge, which came out to almost $80 on our bill -- just something to factor in. Total bill came out to a bit over 500$. For that price I should be leaving stuffed. read more

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Thank you, Chef! My dining experience at Fillet Sushi went extremely well. I was quite surprised we walked in on a Saturday night sans reservation and was seated right away. We drove by last night and it was packed. Staff & Chef was knowledgeable and attentive. Was satisfied with our Ootoro Sashimi but wished our Wagyu A5 Sashimi was not as well done. Presentation for all of our dishes was a 8/10 - very nicely done! Restaurant was small & cozy but nicely decorated. I LOVED their muscular Maneki-neko (Fortune Cat) - looked quite buff! Very impressive! Nice Sake Selection. The Shrimp Tempura was actually my favorite dish - 9/10. It was crispy and paired well with our Kubota sake. Prices are fair and their sashimi was fresh. One thing that came as a surprise to me was the automatic 18% service charge that was added to our bill for a party of 2. We normally tip 20-25% so it was confusing to whether that 18% was the tip, and very much of a hassle to try to calculate the difference to add up to what the actual tip should be. I've dined at many sushi restaurants and this was the first time an automatic service charge had been added for a small party. Overall, I really enjoyed dining at Fillet Sushi. Our bill for 2 came out to just below $500 but it was only because we ordered 2 x bottles of Sake + higher priced items. Their prices are actually pretty reasonable so Fillet Sushi is definitely a must for our. fellow Yelpies to try. You won't be disappointed. read more

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This place is a hidden gem. Yes it's pricey, but you get what you pay for. Food, service, and ambiance are perfect. The scallop carpaccio was amazing. The skewers were amazing. The waitress recommended two sakes which were delicious. Absolute gem. The swishing was so fresh and perfect. Everything we tried (Everything on the menu) was phenomenal. I will definitely be back. I'd recommend having some kid options, and kid friendly drink options like lemonade or more juices besides apple juice. Menu is very dynamic and has many delicious options. There is a 18% charge on every bill which I did not mind paying because the quality and service was amazing. read more

Fillet Sushi - Black Cod - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

~ Great quality fishes ~ I usually gravitate towards nigiris and sashimis at sushi restaurants UNTIL I tried their roll...it was amazing! I love their yellowtail and salmon! The service was fast. Lots of seating AND they have an omakase option! read more

Fillet Sushi - Honey Toast - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

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Yup, this was indeed the best service I've had in a long time and probably the best night for me. I applaud this restaurant and appreciate the skills of their sushi chefs. Each bite was so flavorful and intentional. Their hospitality elevated the entire experience. The hostess and chefs were so kind, generous, and helpful. They assisted us in pairing drinks with the sushi and it was amazing, complimenting our meal so well. I loved dining at Fillet Sushi. Celebrating my anniversary will forever be remembered here. Thank you! I enjoyed sitting at the bar, experiencing the Omakase counter. Yes, I encourage you to trust the chef (: read more

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Service is absolutely excellent. Attentive, without being pushy. Food is top notch, with the gyoza being fresh (certainly seemed that way to us). We had the tuna tataki roll and the crunchy lobster roll, both were excellent. The restaurant is situated right in the center of Myrtle Ave. Lovely soft jazz, and super clean. (If you go on the Friday night when the market is going on, no one hardly is there). Please go, you will be very happy! read more

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From the outside of the restaurant you might not think this Japanese restaurant has so much to offer. Once you're inside you discover this bright and well lit dining room. The sushi bar itself is stunning while the selection of fish is well above average. The master behind the sushi bar skillfully prepared our omakase meal with beautiful presentations. Wow! If you like sake, you will be skillfully guided by their knowledge. The staff was attentive without being overbearing. We will be back. Cheers . read more

You guys need to check out @filletsushi in Monrovia. They opened up last November and wow this is a must try sushi/omakase spot. They owner here name Thee and Lin, who is Thai, are so sweet and welcoming. Thee really is the star of the show. He is the man for creating these delicious sushi. He used to work in Nobu in Beverly Hills and decided to ditch that and open up his own spot. They definitely have unique style of sushi dishes and add a Thai style to the dish as well. Man, I was definitely in for a show. I really enjoyed my experience here and how thoughtful he is to the different dishes. Definitely a 10/10 experience! This place definitely elevated their dish to the next level. They even use premium fish. That's a plus. That Waygu and the soy sauce ice cream is to die for! Definitely is unique and tastes like salted caramel. The ambiance there was nice. They separated the bar seating to regular seating. Definitely looks like high end sushi spot. read more

10/10 -- Incredible sushi and top-tier service! Let me start by saying that the sushi chef and our waitress were so incredibly kind and welcoming! You can tell Fillet Sushi takes immense pride in what they do, and I respect that so much. Every dish is made with love, and the food is remarkably fresh with unique, amazing flavor profiles. The chef has serious talent! Do not skip dessert--the soy sauce ice cream and bread pudding were absolute standouts! If you're looking for top-quality sushi served by wonderful people, this is the place. I will definitely be back! read more

We need to keep them in Monrovia! Nobu Matsuhisa quality/style Japanese cuisines. The restaurant is clean, good is excellent, service is prompt, and finding thr parking was easy! read more

This is the best sushi I've had in a very long time and I live in West Hollywood area. I've eaten a lot of sushi. If you get a chance to drive out it is so worth your time and commute this will be the place that you never forget. I felt so cared for every saki glass was poured for me. I was recommended everything and even had a custom sushi made just for me. It was clean and modern with so much spaciousness. The design was very modern and luxurious. I had my own little space. I didn't feel crowded or rushed. I seriously felt like I was a celebrity. read more

Came here once for dinner with some girlfriends, almost forgot about it until they had a dine la event. Really good selection and quality of fish - 4 course appetizer w/ fried baby crab & scallop spring roll, ankimo, Oyster, & fried veggies with a white fish - so many textures and rocks flavors 5/5 - roe chawanmushi - 5/5 - 6 pc Nigiri - 5/5 - wagyu, chicken skewer, & fried okra 5/5 - 3 course dessert w/ croissant bread pudding, soy sauce ice cream, & green tea ice cream The absolute most delicious thing is definitely their soy sauce ice cream. Totally unexpected and absolutely divine. I would like to take a gallon's Worth next time, thanks. In the heart of Old Town Monrovia, plenty of street parking and lots all over the place. My only suggestion would be to not come Friday evenings since there is usually a street fair happening and parking becomes extremely scarce read more

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My first time here, I tried their mid-tier omakase set, and wow, it was delicious. It was so good that my wife and I came back for another omakase set and were just as happy. I'm pretty sure I'll be back for another omakase set soon. Oh, and their dessert is so good you could come just for that. The chef and staff are super attentive and friendly. The restaurant is really clean and cozy. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

We had a great experience at Fillet Sushi in Monrovia. The fish was extremely fresh and you can tell they really care about quality and presentation. Everything we ordered tasted clean and well balanced. The sushi was excellent but what really stood out to us were the skewers. They were perfectly cooked, very flavorful, and a great addition to the meal. The service was also very friendly and welcoming. On top of that they went above and beyond. I almost walked out and forgot my wallet and the staff stopped me on my way out to make sure I got it back. Really appreciated that level of honesty and attention. The atmosphere is modern but still relaxed which makes it a great spot for dinner in Old Town Monrovia. We will definitely be coming back and will be ordering those skewers again. Highly recommend if you are looking for quality sushi in the area. read more

Fillet Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

Ordered: - 2x Fillet sushi DineLA mini omakase ($65/6pcs) - (4/5): - Appetizers: Kumamoto oysters with ponzu sauce turned out to be a good start to the course and was super refreshing considering that we were outside in the heat. The monkfish liver with seaweed salad was not too "organ-y" so one of the best monkfish livers we've had. - Chawanmushi with crab meat - my gf really liked this one. - Sea bream - like the salt flakes - Red Snapper? Not sure what the server said it was. - Mackerel - Chutoro with truffle - our favorite piece! - King mackerel - Ikura - tasty but nothing to write home about compared to the nigiri - Added seared snow trout - Wagyu hand roll - very heavy and filling but my gf found it a bit too chewy and well done - Tamago - Soy sauce ice cream - we loved this one! It almost tasted like a take on vanilla ice cream. Both familiar and new! Overall (4/5): We came here on a Friday evening about a month ago. It was unfortunately a bit hot inside and the staff didn't seem to be fully trained as they left the menus at our table after taking our order and seemed confused about certain things. Ambiance was quiet at first but then quickly got pretty noisy. However, the omakase contained all good quality fish that differed from the usual at other locations and we loved checking out the Friday farmer's market right outside afterwards. Overall a pretty decent experience that we were both glad to have. read more

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I came last night for the weekly Friday night Monrovia street fair and decided to pop in for sushi. I got their 8 piece nigiri sushi special for $38. Half of the sushi tasted fresh, moist and delicious, and the other half tasted dried and the texture and flavor balance were off. The octopus, ebi (sweet shrimp), grilled mackerel and one of the sushi (I forgot which one) all tasted dry. I understand most of these are cooked food so the texture could be more dry when combined with rice. In my opinion, that's when the seasoning/sauce could come in handy and the paring becomes important. The tamago (cooked egg) turned out to be the highlight of the meal. It was soft, spongy and different from your typical tamago sushi. I told our server I could have eaten a whole pan of their tamago. It tasted more like a Japanese sponge cake with a perfect hint of savoriness. I would recommend they check out their competition in the same market they are competing in, which are higher-end sushi joints in the area such as Sushi Nakata (their neighbor also in Old Town Monrovia) and Akamai Sushi and Sushi Kisen both in Arcadia. They should check them out to compare the quality of fish, presentation and pricing. The others are superior especially Akamai Sushi in my opinion for the same price and for better quality sushi and presentation. The place was relatively empty at 7:30pm probably because most of the patrons were outside eating at the different food booths. Thankfully, three more parties came in during my meal. This particular location has undergone three different ownerships in the last ten years. I am rooting for this new restaurant and hope they will do well. read more

Fillet Sushi - Nigiri Set - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

Best sushi in the area. Good service and good food! Second time here and definitely recommend!

I came to Fillet Sushi by myself to see what the good reviews were all about! I came around 5:30pm and was immediately sat at the bar. It also wasn't too busy which was very nice. I've been wanting to try Fillet Sushi as they offer an Omakase style option and I love trying new omakase spots. The service was very good! The servers I had were very attentive and constantly checked on me. I never had to worry about calling someone over. I had initially intended to opt for the sushi omakase option, but I also noticed they had a chef's choice sashimi option and decide to opt for that with some a la carte items. The sashimi was extremely fresh and every single one just melted in your mouth! I also tried a wagyu beef skewer that did not disappoint. The takoyaki appetizer was also very delicious. Takoyaki can be a hit or miss but I'll definitely say that they put together a good appetizer. The restaurant itself is very clean and put together. I really like the clean-aesthetic vibes it gives off too. Definitely coming back to try their sushi omakase! read more

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Fantastic sushi restaurant ! One of the best Japanese restaurants in SGV. The catch of the day is listed on the wall. I recommend the rock shrimp appetizer and any sushi. The fish is fresh and sliced in perfect portions. Service is phenomenal. Variety of drinks, including beer and sake. There are parking lots behind or next to the restaurant. On most Friday evenings, City of Monrovia has a farmers market that closes down most of Myrtle so parking can be hard to find. But I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Fillet Sushi - Salmon sushi, yellowtail sushi, sea perch sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monrovia, California

Ping and T are amazing guys who just happen to make terrefic sushi. Been here twice. Love dining at the bar. They are super creative. They explain what they prepare. Omakase is totally worth it here. Coedo hef beer is the must try beverage. Second time they mixed it up a bit. Loved it. It's a beautiful start to a sushi relationship. You must add this spot to your sushi rotation. Trust. read more

Some of the freshest sushi I've ever had! The yellowtail was phenomenal!! Our server Stephanie was so nice!

We've lived in the surrounding area for almost two years now and we have official found a sushi spot that'll well be regulars at. On the menu right below their name it says "taste the quality" and you can't anything better for the area! It's a true gem in old town Monrovia. The fish quality is superb! It was our first time here at Fillet Sushi, we sat at the bar during Monrovia's Friday nights night market. Service was great. We sat at the bar and said it was our first time here and the host gave us a tour of the menu and said what his favorites are. (Yellowtail Jalapeno fillet sashimi, jidori karaage, salmon truffle fillet's roll) since we sat at the bar Chef Bobby and Chef T took care of us. Later he recommended the pecorino truffle fillet's sashimi, but we were so full! To start we got crispy rice with albacore. 4 pieces for 14$ lots of albacore on top and a jalapeño. Great starter. Personally I would like it a little saucy but that's just me since I'm so used to getting a spicy mayo on top of it. But I'd rather get more fish on top like they did. We got their new shiso ponzu golden eye snapper sashimi. WOW. This flavor. Shiso dressing and the garlic chip. Yum! I can't wait to try the other sashimi later on. I could dip this sauce in everything. The snapper was melt in your mouth delicious. Next, we got the 8 piece chef's choice nigiri for $35. Everything was an amazing one bite. Such a great assorted of nigiri. Of course you can't go wrong with the chu toro - medium fatty tuna. We usually don't get any rolls but they recommended the salmon truffle roll $19 and I'm so glad we got it. So much flavor of yuzu truffle oil and kizami wasabi. Lastly we got two hand rolls to finish before dessert. We got the Wagyu hand roll and negi toro hand roll. Both $12 each. They had its own hand roll stand, so you know it's about to be a great few bites. It was my first Wagyu hand roll and I definitely will order it again if I don't want fish. The garlic soy, scallion, and wasabi was delicious with a multiple bites of Wagyu. As for the negi toro hand roll. Lots of toro and I loved that each of the hand rolls has a nori back to it so nothing falls out. Everything was a great fish to rice ratio. The restaurant is so clean! Their chopsticks are good quality and gave us a wet towel to clean our hands to start. Water is great too. I can't wait to go again with friends to try their omakase next week! Thank you so much Fillet Sushi for not knowing but hosting an overdue date night for my man and I. I will come back to review for the omakase! I can't wait! read more

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I have to say I was surprised to see so many glowing reviews as I thought the freshness of the ingredients and taste of the fish were just very average. My fiancé and I came for dinner and each ordered the 8 pcs Chef's Choice Nigiri for $36 and shared a cut Negi Toro roll for $18. Not one piece had that "melt in your mouth" quality so I was a bit disappointed. The Negi Toro roll on the other hand was delicious but definitely on the pricier end. Our server was friendly and poured our sake for us, but he should have shaken it first as we got an unfiltered sake. The layers were separated and the rice sediment had settled on the bottom. The restaurant was clean and had a modern minimalist vibe. There are lots of free parking lots in Old Town Monrovia so that's always a plus. Unfortunately, can't say that I'll be back, I'd rather go to sugarfish instead. read more

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