I've been to a few Japanese restaurants in downtown El Segundo over the years. How on earth did I…read moremiss this gem!? Huge props to my coworker for suggesting this place. Hidden in plain sight, Kagura is a top tier Japanese dining experience. It should be noted that this place is more $$$ than it is $$, and that's a compliment. I dropped $50+ here and it was easy to say it was worth it. I treat myself to the Kagura Gozen chef especial that was limited on how many was served per day and a Orion Okinawa draft beer. Plus, I had leftovers. The chef special came with more-than-a-little of everything. Each dish was unique and delicious. I was treated to a full spread of amazing Japanese cuisine. Sashimi was fresh, katsu was thick and juicy with a lightly breaded crust, eel was flavorful and soft, and the soba noodles were perfect. The restaurant is clean and beautifully laid out. I got vibes of actually being in Japan. If you have a reservation, you can get a private booth. The attractive staff were fantastic. Friendly and fast. Water glass was always full and empty dishes were promptly removed. Last tid bits. Two clean solo bathrooms and street parking.

This was my first time eating at this Kagura location. Normally whenever I come to Kagura, I always…read moreorder one of their katsu bentos because they're consistently delicious. This time, I noticed this location offers special Gozen set meals that I hadn't seen before. They had a limited Dinner Gozen on the menu with only 10 sets available each night. Of course I had to order it. The set came with a little bit of everything: sushi, sashimi, katsu, eel rice, toro rice, ikura rice, soba, a variety of small cold side dishes, soup, and salad. It was a huge meal and I was honestly surprised I managed to finish the whole thing. I really enjoyed it because you get to try so many different items in one meal. If you're like me and love Japanese food, this is a great way to sample a little bit of everything without having to order a bunch of separate dishes. Everything tasted fresh and the quality was excellent. The restaurant itself isn't very big, so it can get pretty busy. They do take reservations though, which I'd recommend if you're planning to come during dinner. Overall, I really enjoyed this special Gozen meal and would definitely come back. It was a fun experience and a great value for the variety and quality of food you get.

Fabulous! All sushi is extraordinarily fresh and the rolls are just the right size!…read moreNice ambiance, like a hidden gem. I was there when it wasn't too busy so the service was fast.

DISCLAIMER- I am rewriting this review being that Yelp monitors speech. For those of us, Americans,…read morewho value freedom of speech be wary of spending your money on apps that do not hold your values. Anyway, I forgot this restaurant two weeks ago on a Saturday evening, and the waitress could not have been more rude and unhelpful. The food is terribly subpar and overpriced. Bad bad employees are terrible for business. This review could've been avoided if you had competent staff.. hopefully my language has not been too offensive, but only reflects the accuracy of my visit.

So bummed to hear they are closing, I hope they reopen elsewhere ! The amberjack sashimi was our…read morefavorite.

My husband and I came here on a Saturday night in late August. We had made a reservation the same…read moreday but didn't really need one as it wasn't very busy when we arrived around 6 pm. The restaurant is small, seating no more than 30 people. It has a simple wooden interior which includes both counter and table seating. Fansea is located in El Porto, with ample street parking nearby. The restaurant is small, with both bar seating and table seating, and large windows that look onto the ocean. It's a pleasant spot to come to for a casual dinner. Fansea is one of those sushi restaurants that serves a lot of non-traditional sushi rolls with sauces. They did have some nigiri on the menu but we got a lot of sushi with sauces and miso eggplant. Everything was fine but was nothing spectacular. Service was friendly and efficient. My husband liked this place but I thought it was just fine.

I've been to The Izaka-ya by Katsu-ya in Manhattan Beach and I seriously love their sushi…read more Everything tastes super fresh, and the flavors are always on point. The vibe is relaxed but still has good energy, and the staff has always been friendly and attentive whenever I've gone. It's the kind of spot where you can enjoy great sushi without feeling rushed. This has definitely become one of my go-to sushi places, and I always look forward to coming back. Staff is very friendly with locals.

i only do the roll business in russia or when im getting hammered, and i dont do either anymore,…read morebut anyway, we did get rolls, against my better judgement. although, how could judgment be "better"? its judgement. well, anyway, even though we sat at the sushi bar, items were brought from elsewhere. the food was good. or fine. maybe it's because i'm on a GLP-1, or maybe i'm just judgmental. the eel was good. did you know nobody knows how they reproduce? of course you do.

This is one of my wife and my favorite places for sushi together. It's the only place she'll get…read moremore than salmon, spicy tuna and ebi. My sushi palette is far broader. But I still really like this place. I went to the original Nozawa many times back in the day, It was an amazing omakase experience, which Sugarfish is not. But it is still great. Tonight we got Sugarfish to go, which we first started doing during covid. Their packaging is amazing, with all the sauces and added stuff on the side and specific directions about which sauces and additives go on which item. It's the best to go sushi i've ever had. i like getting the to go meal that omits the cut rolls, as I'm not that big of a fan of the crab roll. it's not bad. it's just ok. i'd rather not have the cut rolls and add individual things I love, like toro, uni, or hotate, which I had instead of tuna and crab cut rolls tonight. Picking the food up is easy. It was ready when I got there. No waiting. Easy in, easy out. There were many people waiting to eat. I like the ambiance of the Manhatten. Beach location, which is the closest to our home. But i've been to the o e downtown by far the most. And if you want hand rolls? KazuNori is their hand roll place - and it's also great. Love Sugarfish.

Sugarfish is a must stop for me when I am in SoCal. Sometimes I even come in multiple times on…read morethe same trip! I am a HIGE fan of the Trust Me Nozawa- I could eat it every day! Kicks off with an amazing sashimi, followed by albacore and salmon sushi, toro hand roll, tuna, yellowtail and sea bream nigiri, finishing off with the scrumptious blue crab hand roll! Service is FAST and friendly, the only waiting you will do is for a table! This place is hopping and you must have all of your party with you to sit. Casual but nice vibes...can get quite loud in this intimate restaurant, but I still think it is a winner for a date night or meeting up with friends, or even eating by yourself-which I happen to be doing today. . Tip is auto added regardless of party size (suspect that they pool tips since everyone helps out and serves).

I've been eating here for years and This place has great food and a beautiful patio. It's really…read moredisappointing that lately they won't seat anyone there except for dinner service. Especially considering there is a new spot opening right next door (also with a patio), I would think they would want to focus on keeping business but ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ there's plenty of other places in Manhattan beach with outdoor seating I'll be moving on to.

Happened upon Yume on my recent trip to Manhattan Beach with my friend and her daughter. The…read morerestaurant is very cute and the staff very accommodating. We took my niece and the server was very accommodating on helping us find a dish she might like. He also recommended two rolls we may like both fresh and baked rolls. We ordered the Senorita roll mostly because we liked the name lol It had baked salmon, onion and cilantro. This one was ok not our favorite. The Cherry Blossom Roll was so delicious and buttery. The presentation was beautiful as well. We ended up ordering two of those which includes spicy tuna inside and tuna, yellowtail with green onion and masago, and soy and mustard dressing.

I spent my Father's Day celebration here with my family, and it was an amazing experience. The food…read morewas outstanding, the service was exceptional, and there was truly something on the menu for everyone. The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, which made our celebration even more enjoyable. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. It's not always easy to find a restaurant that can satisfy everyone's tastes, but Dash Dashi Sushi did exactly that. I will definitely be back. This has already become one of my favorite sushi spots in the South Bay. Highly recommend!

The ultimate celebration spot!…read more ​What an absolutely insane weekend for sports! With the USA getting a massive FIFA win, my New York Knicks finally taking home the NBA Finals Championship, and the Carolina Hurricanes defeating the Vegas Knights for the Stanley Cup, my friends and I needed a top-tier spot to celebrate. There was no question we were heading straight to Dash Dashi in Manhattan Beach. ​Located right near the pier on Manhattan Ave, Dash Dashi perfectly blends that laid-back South Bay coastal energy with incredibly refined sushi. We walked in buzzing from the games, and the staff matched our energy perfectly. The service here is always attentive and friendly. ​We kicked off the celebration with a round of their premium chilled sake and an order of their spicy garlic edamame. Do yourself a favor and do not skip the edamame--the hot spice blend is dangerously addictive and pairs perfectly with the sake. ​But let's talk about the main event. If you follow my channel, you already know I come here for one specific reason: the off-menu "KG Roll." The chefs know exactly how to make this custom signature roll for me, and it is a masterpiece every single time. The fish is insanely fresh and buttery, and it has the exact right balance of heat and crunch. Seriously, ask the chef if they can whip up the Kristina Farberman special (the KG Roll)--you will not regret it! ​Whether you're celebrating a historic weekend of sports sweeps or just looking for some of the best sushi in the South Bay, Dash Dashi never misses. Highly recommend! ​-- Kristina Farberman

I want to say that this place is a little above mid when it comes to sushi. The prices are a little…read moreinsane for what you get. Rolls taste like something you would get at a place that is a "Club", with the name Sam in front of it. The sashimi is fresh, but man I wish I didn't pay that much. Owners are super nice and the service was good. Overall, for the location, it makes sense they charge this much.

I wish I would have checked out yelp before walking in here. The food is absolutely disgusting. Let…read moreme say that I'm not a picky eater. I'm the total opposite. I it everything. Everyone always tells me my opinion of food doesn't matter because i like everything lol. BUT, when i say something is bad, i promise you they whole heartedly believe me. These are the worst $78 I've ever spent. My friend and I got 2 rolls (can't remember the names) and the tempura with chicken teriyaki. I'll go through every item.... Miso soup - extremely salty Salad - not bad, but the bottom was completely covered in watery teriyaki sauce Teriyaki sauce - ridiculously watery Tempura - the only decent item Chicken - the worst item on the table. The moment I looked at it, i had a feeling it would be dry. I covered it with teriyaki sauce, but it was so so dry, it was hard to swallow. I brought it up to the server, she offered beef (i don't eat beef), and I asked if it could please be replaced. I was very nice about it. When I said "I'm sorry I don't eat beef," she just looked at me and said, "I'm sorry." I went back to my friend to take a seat. She came back with a small plate of chicken and teriyaki sauce, my friend took a bite of it in front of the server (as did i), I felt bad but I told her it was really bad. "Oh I'm sorry," was all i got. Not a partial refund, not a "can we get you a roll or something else?" Nothing. Rolls - i honestly did not care for them. The fish did not taste fresh at all. If you want good Japanese, go to the city of Gardena. You'll find the BEST places there. To end this, I do not recommend this place at all. If I could give it a 0, I honestly would.