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    4.6 (81 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Keylee L.

    This spot is so cute. The fish is very fresh and their portions are generous. The rolls are creative and super sauced. I really enjoyed the Salmon Lavah. I can't wait to come back and try the other rolls.

    Jeff P.

    A nice find near Helms Bakery in Culver City. It was recommend to me by Gabriel at nearby The Mestizo. It is a comfortable family style Hawaiian-Japanese place with a small table top kiosk to order your entrees, combos, and beverages. The service is low key, friendly, and efficient. Once you finish the meal, you stop by the counter to pay your bill. While they do not serve alcohol, I understand that you may carry some in from the other shops nearby. There is street parking. I am certainly going to return to try other dishes.

    Crème Brûlée Roll
    Christine K.

    This place was fantastic. I live two blocks away and pass by it legit everyday and have always wanted to try. So I decided to just walk over and get a table for one. It was amazing. It's byob and the atmosphere is just so warm and friendly. The sushi was amazing like I got a CRÈME BRÛLÉE SUSHI ROLL??!! It was so delicious it may be part of my weekly routine bc there are so many rolls I want to try.

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    Dominic N.

    I really liked: Salmon Lavah Roll Hiyako Tofu Kyoto Yellowtail I liked: OMG crunch This was ok: Original Brulee Roll The tofu was unexpectedly one of my favorites of the night. Silky, cold, and paired with a sauce that was excellent. The Salmon Lavah Roll and Kyoto Yellowtail both had that savory freshness with a little kick that keeps each bite interesting. The fish quality felt fresh, and the flavors felt intentional rather than just spicy for the sake of it. The OMG Crunch was solid too. Crunchy, satisfying, and exactly what you expect when you order it. The Original Brulee Roll was interesting and creative, but I found myself wishing the top had more of that satisfying crispy crackly brulee finish. Still good, but maybe not a go-to for me next time. Overall, great lineup of #goodeats. Service is pretty standard. The ambiance is actually charming, especially being such a small LA spot. They decorated it thoughtfully with Hawaiian-style touches, and even though the tables are on the smaller side, I never felt cramped or uncomfortable. Cozy, fresh, and memorable without trying too hard.

    Spicy Tuna & Crème Brûlée Rolls
    Stefani L.

    Popped into this restaurant after seeing so many good reviews and I definitely understand why! I split a Combo A with a friend and the Spicy Tuna & Crème Brûlée Rolls were so delicious!! The service was also superb, we were seated immediately and ordering/paying was super easy. The inside is set up like a cute little shack which really added to the vibes. I give 4.5 stars just because it is on the pricier end, but this place is perfect for a date night!

    Chili garlic roll
    Ross S.

    Sushi and the food was very solid. It was an interesting experience ordering through the iPad and barely having contact with anyone that worked at the restaurant. This is also a BYOB establishment, but there is a liquor store next door. Sushi and food was good, that would keep me coming back, along with the BYOB, makes it a very affordable option if you are looking for something that is pretty quick and not too fancy.

    Alexandra R.

    Not good sushi! The spicy tuna roll appeared grey and the salmon smelled fishy I didn't even eat it--I almost asked to return the items. The yellowtail was decent and the miso soup was the best thing at this place. It's super cute with all the added interior details and figurines but I won't be back. $37 gone...

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    Jack J.

    Small, intimate but mighty is how I'd characterize this friendly and delicious neighborhood sushi joint. Friendly service, fresh and wide variety of sushi and sashimi. Food and service will not disappoint!

    Nicole V.

    We stopped by after visiting Helms Bakery and were excited to finally check this place out. We first noticed it during the Culver City Art Walk but saw they weren't fully open at the time. We ordered a couple of maki rolls and the Szechuan tofu--everything was delicious. They gave us a sample of the ramen broth, which was also good. The ordering process was easy since everything is done through the Toast app. The decor and atmosphere are also really cute, we'll definitely be back!

    Very cute and well decorated spot with amazing food and service! Will definitely come back

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    Shanelle S.

    Sushi spot close to the Helms Bakery District. Stumbled upon this place because the line for Pasta Sisters was too long and we were hungry. We ended up ordering takeout from the kiosk, though there is dine in available as well. We had our choice of four different rolls - the surfin' tuna was my favorite one, while the blue crab roll was a close second. We waited about 20 minutes after ordering and the proprietor came out to give us our box. It came with soy sauce and ginger on the side. The rolls were generously portioned and for about $50 we had a nice sushi meal at home.

    Classic Salmon Roll to-go
    Jesse K.

    Good vibes all around! Picked up a salmon roll to go, and wow--so easy, so beautifully presented, I had a moment of pure awe when I opened the box. The sushi was fresh and flavorful, totally hit the spot. This spot really lives up to the "hole-in-the-wall gem" description--super cute and effortlessly charming. Honestly hard to find flaws, but if I were wearing my hypercritical Yelper hat and chasing that ultra-clean eating lifestyle, I might suggest swapping the wasabi packet for fresh or organic. But let's be real: the price was incredible and the experience was spot-on... so don't change a thing! Will 100% be coming back. Hidden gems like this make eating out feel exciting again.

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    Misa O.

    Bought 2 combo boxes from here for my birthday celebration with friends and it was a hit! Everyone loved the presentation and the quality and taste was super solid too! Plus, the workers were soooo friendly and gave me some extra edamame & sashimi after hearing it was my birthday. It's also really adorable inside so I'll have to be back to dine in!

    OMG roll and Salmon avocado roll

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    Love coming here! Amazing quality, quantity and price point! So happy to have found this neighborhood spot.

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    Never had Hawaiian style sushi before but really loved it! So flavorful! And the staff was also so friendly! Will definitely be back!

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