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.

I was at this restaurant the other day for dinner. It was my first time…read more Ordered the Premium Beef Steak Gozen set. It came with a salad, miso soup, ribeye steak, assorted tempura, tuna and albacore sashimi, pork cutlet, soba noodles, and sides. Everything I had was delicious. I especially enjoyed the steak, sashimi, and pieces of tempura. The steak, which came out sizzling hot on a skillet, was smoky, salty, and tender, the sashimi was fresh, and the shrimp tempura was crunchy. What impressed me most was that every item was served at the right temperature. The steak was hot, the soba was cold, and the sashimi was cool. Pretty amazing considering they were all served at the same time! Some closing thoughts before I wrap this review up. -The service was outstanding. The main dishes came out super fast. -I would recommend getting reservations if you're coming on a Saturday evening. I came here right at opening and most of the tables were already reserved. -If you're planning to order one of the gozen sets, you should come hungry, because you're going to get a lot of food. I would recommend this place 100%. For the quality, amount, and variety of food you're getting, as well as the reasonable price, I'm not sure how this place can be beat.

I loved coming here! We started with a beer and a hot sake complimented by an order of shishito…read morepeppers, crispy tuna rice, and edamame. We had a great time. It is an intimate dinner venue with a friendly atmosphere and great food. Great value and great ambiance. Btw-ask for Pat! She rocks as a waitress. Btw-we met the Owner! He is so authentic! Support business owners!

A lovely Japanese restaurant with great food and interior design…read more I had: 1. Hamachi jalapeno 2. Salmon sashimi 3. Uni & scallops hand rolls

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.

Favorite sushi place!!! Love the crispy rice, spicy…read moreedamame, Robert roll, Cod, hamachi, blue, Finn tuna, etc

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.

Sugarfish has been my hubby and my Friday lunch date spot for quite a while now. Service is…read moreusually great, especially if you're lucky enough to get Kristiana (I hope I spelled her name right). She's awesome, remembers our orders, and is attentive. I love getting the Trust Me, swapping out the crab hand roll for the scallop, and adding a Hokkaido scallop nigiri--this is the perfect lunch. The fish is fresh, ponzu is the perfect complement for certain cuts of sushi, and the rice is the right temp with just the appropriate amount of tang from the vinegar. Parking is easy in any of the adjacent lots or meters. We usually arrive when they open, and rarely have to wait.

I'm going to do my best to review this place without swearing. I'm not a huge sashimi guy I'm a…read moreroll guy so take that into my review and I'm not a huge lover of fish. Now that we got that out of the way. Shit damn was this place good! We ordered the Don't think just eat trust me. I think it's like 60$ per. Start with cold edamame and I've never had them cold but they were good. Then sliced tuna with some tangy soy sauce that started the meal off with a bang. And I don't mean just any bang like the kind you tell your friends about. Next was a plate with 6 pieces of sashimi and to be honest I know one was salmon which I normally don't like but this was like butter in my mouth. Freaked awesome. The other two also were great. Then a hand rolled crab I think which also hit the spot followed by my sashimi. It was all great except like fish 5 of 6 or 6 of 7 who knows. It looked like mini lobsters on rice. And it wasn't that I didn't like it it was more the texture that I didn't care for. Just too chewy for sushi. There was also some sort of tuna with mint leave under it and some skin on the fish that wasn't my favorite. But over all this place kicks ass. If you live sushi this is a much for sure. Love to go back.

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.

Randomly stumbled upon this place as parking was near by, and it ended up being such a gem! I loved…read morethe ambiance! There was so much natural lighting in the main dining area. The staff were very kind as well. Price may be expensive to some, but it's definitely worth it in my opinion. My friend and I were full just from this set alone. The sushi was extremely fresh! You can really taste the fish without it being overbearingly fishy. It was clean and cut well. Bonus, look at the beautiful presentation! :) Will definitely be back.

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 didn't mean to eat at Hana Haru last night. I meant to have dinner a few doors down. I happened…read moreto park in front and I decided to peek in and ended up staying. Glad I trusted my gut last night because it was an awesome experience. Parked in front - street parking. No meters but free after six. Pulled in just before. I've not had issues parking in El Segundo. There are lots as well as residential side streets if you can't find any on Main. At least that's the case for me. Just remember to check the signs. I sat at the counter and experienced attentive, friendly and great service. There are tables as well as a semi-enclosed booth (for larger parties). TV over the bar playing an NBA game. I wouldn't say it's a spot to go to, to watch the game. It's all about the food. Again, it's all about the food. See pics. Went for a Cucumber Salad. Liked it the least. Wished it was marinated longer. Fresh and crunchy but would have enjoyed almost pickled. And more rice vinegar. Anyway - liked it the least but still liked it enough to polish it off. There was the Yakitori. Really enjoyed the flavor and sauce but it was white meat so on the dry side for me. I prefer dark. Massive salad which I didn't - couldn't finish. Then there was the Sashimi. It wasn't on the menu but i asked about a Sashimi Combo. 15 pieces and what has been the best Sashimi I've had this year so far. Pieces melting on my tongue - epitome of Umami. The red snapper had a nice light sweetness that made me save those pieces for last. I wanted to order more but was so full trying to polish off the salad that came with the Yakitori that I just promised myself that I'd just have to come back. It's Happy Hour all day on Mondays according to the staff. Guess I know when I'll be making my return visit. A definite hidden gem.

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.