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    Kiku Sushi

    4.1 (596 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Closed • 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    KIKU SUSHI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Great sushi spot! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and nicely presented. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was great. Definitely a place I'd come back to and recommend!

    2. Geisha Combo
    Rish C.

    Decided to try a new sushi restaurant in the Monrovia area! Kiku Sushi is a little hole in the wall that I would definitely recommend. I will say that they have quite a big menu and it was hard to select food, but it does give you a lot of options! I got the dinner combination with sashimi, the Philadelphia roll, and spicy tuna roll. My fiancé got a variety of sushi as well. It's funny because he rates sushi restaurants depending on how good their salmon and tuna are. He really loved the salmon but he found the tuna was just "okay" In my opinion, the sushi is good, but it's not the greatest. It doesn't have that "melt in your mouth" factor that I look for in sushi restaurants but it's also not bad at the same time. The servers though were very attentive and I didn't have to get their attention at all. Also we got our food very quickly which was nice! I'd come back if I was in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way to make the extra drive.

    Salmon skin salad
    Brianna C.

    I love Kiku Sushi! My favorite is the salmon skin salad. Their takoyaki is also delicious. A solid spot if you want Japanese food. Their lunch and dinner combos are a great option as well. Usually get seated right away too.

    Megan M.

    Never a bad time, service was good. food was great. I love sashimi especially from here... All smiles from start to finish.

    Brittany Y.

    Not a raw fish fan but always enjoy my visits. Love their baked green muscle, Diana rolls, vegetables tempura rolls. Yum !

    Vanessa J.

    Very peaceful, calm atmosphere food very fresh and a vast menu and of course the chef is willing to accommodate most requests. I enjoyed my time here and I would come back again. Staff very attentive as well. It's just a fun little place with fun music and good food.

    Blue Crab Roll
    wayne l.

    Our favorite sushi spot in Monrovia You can taste the crab in the blue crab sushi roll Quick service for both dine in and carry out

    Bento box !!!!
    JoJo N.

    My favorite bento spot I come here at least once a week !!! It's not all you can eat but it hits the spot and is satisfying. Has everything I want in a Japanese restaurant .

    F10. Alaska Roll
    Ava L.

    I really wanted to like this spot because I live right up the street and sushi is my favorite food but I honestly just wasn't impressed. The sushi was very dry on both rolls, and it wasn't super fresh I felt. The lady who served us as well wasn't the nicest so it just made want to pack our stuff and leave sooner. I don't think I'll return any time soon but happy I got to try it out.

    Yummy baked 7. Baked Green Mussels (5)
    Dave C.

    Baked mussels and lunch special was nice. Lots of items to choose from for the 2 or 3 item lunch

    We came for fish katsu and it's delicious.
    Suzette M.

    We came for fish katsu and it's delicious. Server is nice. We will definitely be back.

    Kymberly M.

    This gem is nestled in the Kohls/Trader Joe's shopping center right off the 210 fwy at Huntington Drive. You'd miss it if you drove by...so don't miss it! Great service. Very friendly atmosphere. The green tea is perfectly steeped and comes in a very large tea mug. You get a free refill too! Started with the BEST miso soup I've had. I know--miso is miso is miso, right? Wrong! The flavor and consistency of the broth bring a Mmmmm to your mouth! The sushi came out quick and tasted so fresh. Definitely try the cilantro roll with jalapeño. It has just enough kick to know it's in there, but doesn't overwhelm the roll so you can enjoy all the other flavors. It's a quaint spot so depending on the time of day you might have to wait a bit. There's also a sushi bar with ample seating if that's what you prefer. No matter where you sit, every seat is the best in the house! Enjoy.

    Bento boxes
    Lydia S.

    Came here with my mom for lunch, the bento box was great! They also had lot of options with a great environment. Would definitely recommend!

    Benti box salmon teriyaki,pork tonkatsu ans beef teriyaki

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    Sushi is great! The service was great! This place is good for a night out with a few friends or even for date night. It's a cute spot.

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    So good! Food looks and takes bomb, servers all work together so service is fast. Grab a seat at the bar to see everything!

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    This is our go to spot in Monrovia. It's a small restaurant but their sushi is always so good. Service is great! I highly recommend it.

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    Excellent service and the food was delicious. Had Shrimp and vegetable tempura and chicken teriyaki. Great atmosphere.

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    Yes. They currently do indoor dining.

    Hi, if I order the sushi boat for delivery, will the sushi come in a boat or on a platter instead of a boat?

    Hi, we will use a party platter instead of a boat. Thank you,

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    Akami Sushi - Omakase nigiri

    Akami Sushi

    4.5(419 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    •$$$
    Vegetarian friendly
    Large group friendly

    From the outside, I wouldn't have known it's a bougie sushi joint!…read more Came here with friends for a fancy lunch and I got the chirashi bowl. It came with 3 sides: bean sprouts, cucumbers, and tofu. All delicious. The chirashi PLATE presentation and the meal were amazing. The fish were fresh and the rice (oh rice) was so addicting..but I had to control myself. I was going to share..but I finished it

    I've been here a handful of times and have tried both their omakase for special occasions and their…read moreSushi Deluxe Set, which has become my usual go-to for dinner. Sushi Deluxe Set: I personally prefer the 10 piece over the 12 piece. The additional two pieces are uni and ikura, and for me they aren't really worth the extra $10. The quality is consistently good, and the negitoro roll surprisingly exceeded my expectations! The set itself is also filling enough for dinner. The closest sushi spot I'd compare it to is Sushi Kisen (for sushi deluxe set not Omakase), and I'd say they're pretty on par in terms of quality. Omakase: Since there aren't many places offering omakase in the immediate area, this is a great option if you want to treat someone for a special occasion without having to venture far. I really liked the diversity of the menu and that the experience wasn't limited to just nigiri. Overall, a really solid neighborhood sushi spot that I've enjoyed enough to keep coming back considering if you don't want to drive far into LA for omakase.

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    Chanwamushi w/king crab

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    Omakase ($150) course 6

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    Kyuramen x TBaar

    Kyuramen x TBaar

    4.0(859 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    •$$

    I avoided this place since it opened because the lines were ridiculously long and I wasn't in a…read morerush to wait an hour for ramen. Recently, I noticed the lines disappeared so we came for an early dinner. The interior is pretty cool. It's kit just tables and chairs but the design element is unique. Some seating are inside a honeycomb shaped booth, some are just in the middle of the dining area. We were seated at a table that resembles a birdcage. There's a lot of wood and warm colors, which makes the ambiance stand out over other ramen places. We ordered a ramen, omurice with katsu, some skewers and popcorn chicken. The spicy ramen was delicious, but there was no soft boiled egg as shown on the menu photo. All I saw was a broken egg white at the bottom of the bowl. 4/5. The omurice was nicely done. The egg was perfectly soft and silky with a nice curry sauce in the side. The katsu that came with it was crispy, hot and tasty. 4.5/5. The popcorn chicken was great. Perfect seasoning and crispy. 5/5. The skewers however, were the low point of our dinner. They did not appear they were cooked fresh. The meats were dry and tough. The scallops were OK but tiny. Chicken was average. The whole order did not satisfy. We also got an Amazing Lemonade and Thai iced tea. The lemonade was a very refreshing drink, and the Thai tea is just like all other places. Our server, unfortunately forgot his name, was excellent. Very personable and great at describing flavors. The friendliness extends to the rest of the staff too. It's a nice place to check out. Note their parking lot is fairly small, and shared with Paris Baguette next door. It's a 4.5, rounded up.

    Kyuramen is a restaurant chain that has gained viral popularity for its contemporary approach to…read moreJapanese cuisine. We stopped by to try their Dine LA deal, which was $65 for a dinner set that included a choice of two appetizers, entrées, drinks, and desserts. The interior featured light wooden accents and honeycomb-style seating that created a cozy ambiance. Service was efficient, and our server was kind and attentive throughout the meal. **Yakitori Platter: 2/5** Unfortunately, the meats were dry and overcooked, while the skewers lacked the signature charred, smoky flavor I typically look for in yakitori. **Crispy Sweet Chili Wings: 2/5** Tossed in a sticky, sweet and spicy glaze, the wings were pleasantly crispy, though an unusual, artificial aftertaste made them difficult to enjoy. **Kyushu Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen: 5/5** This was everything I look for in a good bowl of ramen. The broth was creamy with a bold kick of spice, and the noodles tasted fresh with a satisfying chew. A jammy soft-boiled egg and tender slices of chashu pork made for the perfect finishing touches, with corn adding a subtle sweetness that balanced the richness of the broth. **Tonkatsu Omurice: 2.5/5** A popular Japanese comfort dish, Kyuramen's omurice was paired with a side of crispy tonkatsu. The omelet was incredibly fluffy with a soft, silky texture, but both the chicken fried rice and demi-glace were rather bland and lacking in depth. **Thai Iced Tea: 3.5/5** Fairly standard as far as Thai iced tea goes, this version was smooth with distinct notes of vanilla, warm spices, and just the right amount of sweetness. **Amazing Lemonade: 4/5** Bright and refreshing, the lemonade also had a hint of cucumber that softened its tartness. **Matcha Pudding with Red Bean: 4/5** Velvety with a custard-like consistency, the pudding had a pronounced matcha presence and was served with fresh milk on the side. The red bean complemented the earthy bitterness of the matcha. **Japanese Cherry Blossom Jelly: 2/5** This dessert was visually stunning, with edible sakura flowers suspended inside and crystal boba adding a firm, slightly crunchy contrast to its bouncy texture. While the jelly itself was muted in flavor, the accompanying syrup intensified the floral profile, which ultimately became too strong for my taste. Although Kyuramen had its highlights, several dishes fell short in terms of execution. The Dine LA set was a good opportunity to sample a variety of offerings, but I'd stick to just the ramen on a future visit.

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    Izakaya Tonchinkan

    Izakaya Tonchinkan

    4.4(364 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    •$$$

    Came here for my mom's birthday and I'm so glad we did! We sat at the counter and the head chef was…read moresuper funny and friendly, which made the experience even better. We ordered a bunch of appetizers that paired really well with our drinks. My favorite was the beef tongue it was so tender and flavorful! The ambiance was also great cozy, lively, and perfect for a night out. Definitely a great spot to grab drinks with friends or family while enjoying some really good food!

    We came to Izakaya Tonchinkan around 9 pm, with last orders at 9:30. The restaurant has its own…read moreparking lot in the plaza, and there was plenty of space that late at night. We ordered the Assorted Sashimi, Beef Tongue, Salmon and Ikura Rice, and Hojicha Panna Cotta. Our total came out to around $158 for three people. The sashimi was fresh, with the Japanese Mackerel and Scallop being my favorites. The Beef Tongue was good, and the Salmon and Ikura Rice was solid and tasted pretty much as expected. The Hojicha Panna Cotta, though, was amazing and easily the most memorable item of the meal. It was also a lot of food for three people, and we probably could have ordered one less dish. The service and atmosphere were the biggest highlights for me. The staff was immediately welcoming and helpful in explaining the menu and popular items. The owner/chef was also very lighthearted and friendly, and the whole restaurant had a communal, neighborhood feel. Even around closing, everyone seemed relaxed and was enjoying their time together. Overall, the food was good, but I did find it expensive for what we ordered. I'd still come back for the atmosphere, service, and Hojicha Panna Cotta, but I'd be more mindful of how much I order next time.

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    The master

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    Sea bass

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    Sumibiyakitori Kidori

    Sumibiyakitori Kidori

    4.2(73 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    We've visited twice in the past two weeks, and both times confirmed this is the real deal for…read moreyakitori. First visit: we showed up late and were still greeted warmly. The food was excellent. Second visit was on a packed Friday around 8 pm. No reservation, so the host kindly took my number and asked us to come back around 9:30. We ran a few errands and returned around 9 pm to wait it out. Over the next half hour, three different staff members came out individually to check on me and reassure me a table would open up soon. We were finally seated close to 9:30, and they apologized again with complimentary liver pâté, a cucumber chicken salad, and drinks on the house. That level of hospitality, on a slammed Friday night, says a lot about how this place treats its guests. The food matched the service -- genuinely great. Do yourself a favor and book ahead, but even the wait is worth it.

    The first thing I'll note is, I was treated to this visit by a friend after telling them about my…read moreYakitori meal I enjoyed in Kyoto, and this place delivered skewers of similar quality to that experience in Japan. So they very much deliver on the quality and flavor. Great: -Excellent quality of ingredients and grilling by the craftsman at the grill. -The food has a great binchotan aroma, the house sauce/glaze is perfectly seasoned. -Immaculate cleanliness, the hood vents above the grill and glass in front of it are spotless which suggests cleaning after every service or similar. Not as great: -The oyakudon was TINY, the menu could have communicated the portion size better. I got a bigger bowl in the Japan yakiya, to stress how small it was. -Minimum of $80 USD per guests, either their omakaze which starts at $80 or a la carte ordering you need to get up to $80 worth minimum. -Our server did not seem familiar with the offerings and availability, she stumbled on questions, told a guest their favorite quail was available only to run back from the grilling chef to correct that it was not in stock. -It was not always easy getting the attention of a server. Other: We made an unplanned visit once and learned they do two seatings per evening and by reservation, a fair arrangement considering they need to prep and portion out skewers ahead of time but just know you can't walk up and expect to be seated.

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    Sumibiyakitori Kidori - The beautiful space

    The beautiful space

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    Mountain Yam

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    Mikomi Sushi Monrovia - Inside their new location - used to be T Phillips Alehouse

    Mikomi Sushi Monrovia

    4.4(2.5k reviews)
    0.8 mi
    •$$
    Fine dining
    Locally owned & operated

    Mikomi Sushi is one of my favorite neighborhood sushi spots! The sushi is always fresh, the service…read moreis fast and friendly, and the ambiance is great. They also have a great selection of beer on tap, a full bar, and a weekday happy hour that's definitely worth checking out. The location is super convenient, right off the 210 Freeway with plenty of parking. Whenever family or friends are in town, this is one of my go-to places. I highly recommend giving Mikomi Sushi a try!

    Disappointed in our experience tonight. I have had good experiences here in the past, but tonight…read more(a Tuesday night for dinner) their service was off. They forgot entirely to bring my daughter's drink, did not bring everyone's order out even close to about at the same time (it was a large party of 7) and the server misidentified my meal so I thought they got it wrong. The chicken katsu curry and sushi were ok, but the ramen my daughter got had a strange flavor (we've had a lot of ramen) and my salmon shioyaki was not made the right way. Salmon shioyaki should be salted and grilled or broiled. The cut of salmon was wrong and it didn't taste salted at all, more like a piece of teriyaki salmon with the sauce scraped off. Lesson learned is that it's called Mikomi Sushi, so definitely stick with the sushi if you dine here. The atmosphere is nice with high ceilings and beautiful lighting and everyone working there is nice, I just found the experience disappointing and regretted that I didn't go to another Japanese restaurant.

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    Inside @dangit.all

    Mikomi Sushi Monrovia - Bar area

    Bar area

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    Ramen Nagi - thin noodle with original broth and cha siu

    Ramen Nagi

    4.5(1.2k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    •$$

    We love this place. Yet, While I could write about their food being great, fast and well organized…read moreservice, or that I think they have the best Karage ever... this review is different... We visited last night, they accommodated us. My wife stubbed her toe while we were waiting outside and when we sat down, the waitress brought us a bag of ice and some napkins to help soothe her pain while we ate. If that wasn't enough, long after we left and long after their closing, my son (5yrs) couldnt find his plush toy. A comfort tool he has had since birth. We were up until 1am soothing him and fearing the worst for him. The plushy is old and weathered and to be honest, if I saw it on the ground someplace, I'd probably assume it trash. We spent the morning retracing our steps to the multiple places we had been yesterday and upon opening, we went over. I saw the same employees as last night. They remembered us and we let them know what happened. Without hesitation, the went behind the register and gave my Son back his prized possession. My wife hugged them and we expressed our massive thanks for not just having it, but for thinking, "this might be important to someone." It's a nice reminder that there are still great people out in the world. So now we love them even more! 5 star food 30 star people. From my family, Thank you to Team Nagi

    Visited 8/9/26 - Red…read moreKing 17.50 For context, I went with light salt and oil to be "semi health" conscious. I would definitely do this again, because it tasted like a normal ramen and I wasn't left wanting more. I love spice, but would definitely not add additional to the red king. The pork belly was killer and would recommend getting that over chasu, the flavor had a hint of sweetness and the minced meat was just the perfect combo! - Black King 17.50 My boyfriend always gets this, his only comment was to opt for the thick ramen! The noodle texture here is always on point, their "normal" should be the standard whereas other places you have to request firm to have it done perfectly. The price is the reason why he always returns! - Chicken Karaage 8.25 My favorite chicken karaage hands down and a must order when I go. The sauce is a sweet soy complementing the savory chicken with a touch of creamy mayo! I opt for this over the gyoza for more protein, if you have the people definitely worth while to get both. Once you queue, the hostess will give you a paper menu and marker to line up your order. From there when you are seated they will confirm and the food is ready really quickly. This is where I would go for a quick sit down meal, emphasis on quick since the music is loud and theres always a long queue.

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    Ramen Nagi - Line at Ramen Nagi in February 2023.

    Line at Ramen Nagi in February 2023.

    Ramen Nagi - Their pork gyoza are a tad smaller than I'm used to - but def homemade and absolutely delicious!

    Their pork gyoza are a tad smaller than I'm used to - but def homemade and absolutely delicious!

    Ramen Nagi - Their pork gyoza are a tad smaller than I'm used to - but def homemade and absolutely delicious!

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    Their pork gyoza are a tad smaller than I'm used to - but def homemade and absolutely delicious!

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