I finally got to try Light & Healthy Sushi. I've heard about and seen this ace and now I'm glad I tried it out. I went on a Friday night and surprisingly for Santa Clarita it was a place that was not crowded. Which at first that worried me but I was glad after all because. I was easily able to get a seat at the bar for ayce. I wasn't going there for that but after figuring out the sushi price and what we would get. It just made sense to try the ayce. It's not inexpensive by any means at $65 but it is worth the money if you're going to eat any amount of sushi. 2 pieces is $8 so you can do the math. They do limit a few items but there's enough variety that it didn't bother the process. The staff is so freaking friendly it's incredible. The sushi chef was Eric and he was great. He's very accommodating and gave me a couple of really good recommendations. I really loved the spicy whitefish sushi and shashimi. The salmon was amazing. The tuna had a Smokey flavor that I can still taste. The yellow tail was good. The tuna bowl was hyped but just okay to me. I like everything else so much more. While not a big place it definitely packs a punch. Can't wait to come back. read more

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My husband and I came here for the first time to celebrate our wedding anniversary and we were honestly so impressed! Light and Healthy Sushi unexpectedly turned out to be SO good. The service was on point, everything tasted super fresh and flavorful, and the quality definitely exceeded our expectations. We also love that it's AYCE because it gave us the chance to try a variety of rolls and dishes without feeling limited. The ambience was clean, relaxing, and perfect for a date night. Definitely coming back again soon! read more

5/11/2026: our family and friends have had a love affair with Light & Healthy since the mid 80's when there weren't many sushi restaurants in Santa Clarita. Remember the old days when customers gifted them baseball style caps from movie and tv productions, and they were proudly displayed on the wall? I miss that, but apparently the health department didn't enjoy it as much. These days, SCV is inundated with sushi bars, but Light & Healthy still reigns as, I believe, the only Japanese owned and operated Japanese restaurant. Traditional sushi, fresh fish expertly prepared and presented. Not swimming in sauces to hide inferior fish, no sparklers lit, no disco balls or trendy KPOP videos on the TVs (Dodger fans note, they always have the games on when they're playing!) On a busy night you can sometimes have a wait to be seated because where else are you getting the good stuff at an AYCE? Don't assume the sushi will be "less than" because of the AYCE. Be patient, and your taste buds will be rewarded! Go visit one of the OG sushi joints in SCV and find out for yourself why they've been in business for over 35 years - all under the same owner! If you're on the socials, check out the influencer videos. IYKYK ! read more

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Wow. After having Eric and Yoshi as our servers as well as our wait staff friend who greeted us at the front and took our orders for the kitchen, I can no longer go to your average AYCE Sushi... these guys know how to serve! The quality is unmatched for the price that's for sure. Pro-Tip: You can't rush art... that being said order little by little, not too much at a time, they will take your order and make sure you are well fed. I felt right at home, everything was absolutely delicious, fresh, especially: Light & Healthy! read more

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Order: salmon nigiri, spicy tuna hand roll. So, salmon is my favorite. This one surprisingly came with a small amount of ponzu and green onion. Gosh it was amazing. The spicy tuna was hand mixed. I could have had it spicier and it was very very finely minced. No veg, but a very healthy portion. The menu is minimalist with only a couple of basic rolls. Go here for high quality sushi, not lavish rolls that cover the flavor of the fish. Someone next to me got the spicy tuna salad which looked like it had nice chunks of ahi tuna and a beautiful sauce. I will try that next time. Service: I got there about 15 minutes before they opened and I was joined by some regulars who knew the owner. I *think* his name is Jack (or maybe that was the guy behind the counter). He jokes and teases his customers and I love how friendly he is. If he is around, he works to keep things clean and to engage with his customers. My dentist is around the corner and now I cannot wait until my next dentist appointment to go back!!! This is now one of my top 3 sushi places of all time. read more

Great sushi , customer service is on point and the place feels very family like and welcoming. Very clean sushi bar and chefs are detailed to meet the sushi standards read more

I made the mistake of trying Light & Healthy Sushi Bar today for lunch. I sat at the sushi Bar & was told by the female server that I needed to move to a table, as the bar was only for all you can eat sushi customers, the bar was half empty. I proceeded to sit at a table & Oder the $33.95 8 pieces of sushi. My order took quite a while as my server (female) was carrying on a conversation with the sushi guy (elderly man) as he was preparing my order. During their conversation, the sushi man kept passing his cell phone to the server showing her something. I was concerned, cell phones are full of germs & he was doing this while preparing my order, & talking with the server. My first reaction was to leave but I was hungry & decided to stay. After their long conversation, I finally got my order. The sushi portions were very disappointing to say the least. Very thin & small. Certainly not worth what they charge & the service was terrible. I. Additional, I kept getting bitten by mosquitos while I was there. Shortly after I ate, my stomach started hurting & felt nacious. They certainly need to work on their customer service & the quality of their sushi. Must be why there were only 5 people during lunch hour. Certainly a waste of money. I will certainly not be going back there. read more

This place seems like a local favorite, so we decided to give it a try. We came on a night I know they were under staffed. The sushi was just good. We did the AYCE, because the price was totally worth it knowing we would spend just that if not more. The wait to prepare and serve all those at the bar for AYCE was too long, that did impact my experience because we sat around for a very long time. I would give it another try just to compare experiences. read more

It was an average sushi place with a limited AYCE menu and you had to sit at the bar in order to get it. The taste was good just nothing fancy. Very limited menu. read more

This is a great mom-and-pop vibe sushi spot with amazingly tasty sushi. The employees were also accommodating, kind, and helpful throughout our meal. 10/10 would definitely recommend this place as the tastiest sushi spot in SCV. read more

All the food was good and very fresh. The spicy octopus salad was very good and beautifully presented, I only wish the portion was larger particularly for the cost . Was hoping they would have halibut but I think they were out. While the spot itself was on the older side, the staff were very friendly and welcoming. They even sat with us to get to know us and chatted about Japan. read more

AYCE is not worth the price ($64.95). There's a limit on salmon and yellowtail sushi. The tuna salad was not that good (tuna was very tough). Place is outdated. Service was incredible however, chefs and waiters were very nice. Just don't think an AYCE should be that expensive if the fish and kitchen items are OK and there's limits on popular items. Have been to other AYCE that provide way more variety for $20 cheaper. Probably a good place for a la carte though. read more

First time ever eating at a sushi bar. Even the fiancee was impressed. Sushi was super fresh, clean, and flavorful! Super friendly and attentive staff! read more

You get the warm family run restaurant feel here! Welcoming, the chef/owner makes you feel like you're in Japan enjoying fresh sushi. You don't feel rushed, he'll do omakase style so you just sit and enjoy. Priced very reasonably. Limited menu but great quality. My least favorite was the spicy tuna handroll, my most favorite and I think the crowd pleasers are the spicy salads which is sashimi on a bed of cucumbers. read more

Light & Healthy Sushi Bar - Spicy tuna salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - Newhall, California

Best sushi in Santa Clarita by far. Been going there for 25 years. This is the go to place if you want real authentic sushi.

okay, I was wrong. this place is great. "All you can eat" sushi usually means it's mid, but here it's AYCE good-quality sushi. for a very reasonable amount of money you get a straight-up omakase experience from a real Japanese chef that's been working here for nearly 40 years. don't be like me, don't sleep on it. read more

We haven't been here for many years, so we decided it was time to try it again. The sushi and rolls that we ordered were very good. We also ordered a green salad which was also very good. read more

Light & Healthy Sushi Bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Newhall, California

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Food was as you expect of a simple and to the point sushi spot . They do have limits on their sushi even if it is AYCE but honestly as long as you're not a crazy eater we're talking competition level I don't think this would be an issue unless you specifically like one kind of sushi I really recommend their salmon and yellowtail it's basic interior but the Hispanic sushi chef was great to talk to . I've only been once I'm sure the rest of the staff is great too. I would go back just because of his friendliness and the sushi is good enough to have it be a regular spot if you live nearby read more

This place was amazing. I have not one complaint. Upon arrival the place was busy but I got a seat quick as the server is quick on her feet. I sat at the bar and was greeted by Eric, I ordered the all you can eat and not one thing disappointed. Everything is dressed with amazing flavor from the sushi to the rolls and delicious hand rolls. I recommend the shrimp tempura roll.. so much flavor! The ambiance gives an old staple of the community as it seems to have been there a long time and the locals know what's up! Don't hesitate to try anything and everything here. I will be back! read more

We have become regulars here because the food and service continues to amaze us. The fish is fresh, the rolls are delicious, the staff are friendly. This time we had a roll and they brought us ponzu to eat with it as a recommendation. They were spot on, the ponzu definitely made the roll even better. The spicy tuna salad is a must, we order every time. We also had Sapporo's which were a great addition to our meal. The restaurant is small so it's good to come in smaller groups or be open to sitting at the bar. read more

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I've been going here since 2011. Thirteen years of consistent excellence. The highest quality cuts of fish, fantastic customer service and unique flavor combinations. I live almost 500 miles away in a food mecca but all I dream about is Light and Healthy sushi. Once a year I get the privilege to enjoy this experience. I'm so grateful. Check the photos out. read more

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Delicious sushi, always fresh tasting with amazing house made Serrano ponzu sauce and chili oil. Has AYCE. My favorite sushi spot in town.

We went and ordered chicken teriyaki a la carte and the 3 sushi hand rolls with two extra miso soups. We only got three soups even though both the chicken teriyaki and hand tools are supposed to come with a soup each. We also only got one salad even though both combos are supposed to come with a salad. We were still charged for both of the miso soups we ordered even though we didn't get one of the soups. The sushi is better than some other places we've been to. There were two women doing AYCE and the sushi chef was very attentive and gave them everything they ordered. So at least they were happy. We decided we won't be returning. How do you miss a soup and salad when it's written as included in the menu? read more

I've been looking for a new sushi spot. I found it. There's no fake cheesy Japanese decorations that sushi restaurants have. This place makes you feel like your in Japan eating at a local Sushi haunt. The owner and staff are super charming. Great energy. The menu has all of the traditional fish and rolls. They'll customize to your liking. This place has been here for 40 plus years and now I know why. Long live light and healthy! read more

Good hand rolls, okay sushi, below average service, filthy bar. Overall, at a high price of $60+/per person, all-you-can-eat is NOT worth it at this location. I'm surprised the ratings for this location are so high - maybe we just had an unusually bad experience? But at the price point, there are so many better sushi restaurant options. The hand rolls and cut rolls taste great, hence the 2 stars (instead of one). Everything else lacked. Management needs to hire another chef and server to accommodate busy hours. We did not get offered drink refills once during our entire stay. When ordering sushi at the bar, wait time was 5-10 min per single order (at the request of the server because the chef line can't handle their head count in addition to online orders). Additionally, the bar is absolutely filthy if you look closely. I should've taken pictures, but I probably don't have to because I'd bet it'll still be the same for customers who decide to sit there close to the time of this review. read more

I have never left a bad review but two roaches ran across the bar table ! And the chef gave no mind and said it's okay they are going to come out due to fumigation. They offered nothing after we lost our appetite to eat. read more

All time fav sushi spot. Great chefs. Easy service. I do not leave hungry. Love love love this place!

My wife and I tried LIght & Healthy tonight on the recommendation from a friend who goes there often. We're glad he did! From what he says, this place has been here for 21 years, although we missed it somehow. If you're looking for a fancy, expensive build-out, this is not the place. It's in an older shopping center and the shop shows its age. What it IS is clean, comfortable and welcoming. They have a long bar on the right and booths on the left. My wife and I chose to sit at a table. The service was prompt and attentive. I had the "Sushi Paradise", an assortment of sushi along with a Cali roll. It's served with miso soup and salad. I also ordered a side of spicy salmon roll. Our server asked if I really wanted that much food, but I did..and ate it all. The wife ordered their tempura, which was a huge portion of shrimp and vegetables, also served with miso and salad. I tried one of her shrimp, and the batter was very light and tasty. I know about five words in Japanese, and when she brought my soup, I said "thank you" in Japanese. She brightened up and asked "Oh...you speak Japanese?", to which I had to confess to my total limitation in the language. "But, you spoke Japanese" she said. "Yes", I said (also in Japanese), but that was it. We laughed. She was very nice and accommodating. I'm guessing owner. The fish on my sushi was very fresh and flavorful, and the rice was perfect. It was just sticky enough, but not heavy, and everything was very good, especially the cut rolls. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for fresh sushi. It was well prepared, well presented and tasted great. I asked if they can do Omakase, and she brought me the all you can eat menu. $45 to sit at the bar and eat everything the Chef throws at you sounds good to me. read more

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My favorite sushi spot in SCV - I have been going here since I was a child. Always has fresh sushi.

Our new favorite place!! Everyone is so nice and they treat us like family. Eric is the best! He knows what we like. I love it!! Food is fresh! Delicious! Best sushi in town! read more

Top notch sushi spot in Santa Clarita, and honestly better than the majority of places in LA. They've got a sushi bar and also dining tables. The sushi quality here is really good, and the owner, Miguel, another fantastic chef, has been running the business for the last 35 years. Eric, our chef, was exceptionally helpful and delightful. He puts care and precision into each sushi dish. Some of the plates here included a beautiful sauce/concoction of sesame oil, ponzu sauce, and other spices. It makes for a killer sauce and flavor. Their yellowtail is to die for here. All you can eat for $46/per for lunch. I've always been lucky with parking here, which may mean that it's not actually that tough. There is in fact plenty of parking around the building in its parking lot, but I've always found a spot close to the entrance. I've come here for business meetings and birthdays. It's a humble sushi restaurant, offering a clean and high quality service. read more

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I love sushi, and I especially love good all you can eat experiences that center around quality fresh fish, nigiri and hand rolls. At the risk of giving away this secret of a gem in Santa Clarita, I can honestly say that this is the spot for that. If you were looking for crazy oversized specialty rolls go elsewhere; this is for the authentic and simple sushi perfection. Perfect light sauce, delicately placed toppings and perfect preparation. I made this a sushi experience that I can never forget, and it will be one that I will repeat very often. Eric runs an incredible bar and is a master sushi chef. I was honored to have a seat at this incredible sushi bar. read more

The food itself is so amazing. I never have a problem with how amazing the Chefs are or how fresh the fish is, that's only reason why I keep coming back, but I noticed ever since the first time I've came the server/waitress with the dyed blonde hair is so rude, when you ask her for even a water, she looks at you with such bad face. She's very short with her responses, and she seems more like you're bothering her, even though she spent most of the time sitting down on her phone in the front or in the back. That's the only reason why I'm rating this place so low because yes, the food is amazing but it feels horrible to feel like you're bothering them by being there. Too much attitude read more

I had an amazing experience with Ricardo, great atmosphere, very good quality and overrall pleasant experience. I trusted his judgment with each order that I placed with their all You can eat. I highly recommend that way. I am excited to go back again as this was my first time there and the best all you can eat sushi I had, and I have been to many places over the years. read more

I was at Valencia Pharmacy for one of my school rotations when I was planning on what to get for my lunch break. A quick yelp search had me eyeing Light & Healthy, as it was a 5 minute walk, if not less. I called in an Assorted Sushi combination (which came with salad, filled to the brim and pretty yummy miso soup), and it was ready within 10-15 minutes. I got there a little early and was welcomed by 3 staff members (all with masks) - one by the bar, another by the cashier, and another - an elderly man. As I was waiting for the food, I got to speak a little with the elderly man, and in asking how this business was doing in light of the pandemic, he simply shook his head. It pained me to see how this hole in the wall gem is struggling; given the fresh-tasting quality of the fish, please consider coming here to satisfy your sushi cravings as it did mine. If I'm in the area, I'll definitely come back here to support a deserving small business. read more

Light & Healthy Sushi Bar - Assorted Sushi (comes with salad and miso soup) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Newhall, California

The sushi here is amazing!! The yellowtail, salmon, and whitefish melt in your mouth. Also, the mackerel? Top notch. I get why people like mackerel now. I would go here weekly if I could, but the prices make it a better fit for a special occasion. I think that's pretty standard pricing for good sushi though. read more

Best place in the area for NiGiRi and sashimi. They offer limited menu of ayce at the bar sitting does get packed so come asap when they open. Kitchen items are pretty good as well. If you're a none seafood eater. For roll eaters, the rolls are kinda ugly here and disappointing but they have mastered the nigiri. So if you're more traditional on Japanese sushi this will be a good spot for you. Customer service is great! From the chefs to the servers everyone is really nice. Drinks are refilled along with empty plates being consistently picked up. read more

We wanted to like this place. We got the all you can eat. It is by far the most expensive all you can eat that I have found I this valley, and has the most restrictions on what can be ordered. No rainbow or any type of specialty roll, very few kitchen offerings which doesn't even include gyoza. A limit to how many orders of salmon or yellow tail that can be ordered, and only a few different types of sushi and rolls are offered at all. The AYCE is $44.95 per person. So my dinner for 4 was about $230 for not much. Will definitely stick to other places out here that are more In The $30 range and offer more choices ** I would like to add that there was nothing wrong with the food or service. My rating is based solely off the selection and price for the All you can eat. read more

First time to try this place, definitely glad we drove Santa Carita to check it out. Very old building the restaurant has been around for 33 or 35 years. The building is dated, and there's a lot of things to look at in the dining room. We got there right at open and the guys inside making a Sushi were pretty terrific, they would take her order verbally and just handed over, it's a definitely a simple back to basics kind of sushi,. read more

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My husband grew up eating here as a child and now I'm glad I get to enjoy it with him. We live down in San Diego now but my husband drove alllllll the way up to Santa Clarita for this! I'm from Hawai'i and I know fresh seafood and the places I've done to in SD just don't compare. Light & Healthy Sushi Bar has the best handrolls I've had so far. We ordered about 10 hand rolls: spicy tuna, spicy scallops, and spicy crab & shrimp. He was able to call in his order and pick it up. It traveled well for the 100+ miles back home. The handrolls are always amazing. The ratio of rice to the other fillings is perfect. There's just enough rice and more filling you are really getting your moneys worth. Everything is always extremely fresh and I've never felt like any of the seafood were about to turn over. I wish we were able to dine in again for AYCE! But look at the soy sauce containers! They could've printed out labels, write on the container with a sharpie, or just not even label it at all...but instead there are little notes with a hand written label AND wrapped in plastic. And other restaurants just toss these liquids in your bag without wrapping them in plastic. To me, that shows how much you care about your business and the little things. I appreciate this gesture. If we lived closer to Santa Clarita, we would be here WEEKLY. I highly recommend! Please see this small business if you are looking for great quality seafood. Thank you so much for our meal! read more

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