Excellent quality and freshness. Price for all dishes are reasonable and portions are excellent and exceed other Japanese restaurants in the area. Always busy with booth seating . All the furniture is new and the inside decor makes you feel like you are on a Japanese restaurant. Love it. I see the west side loves this place too as it always has a nice crowd whenever I dine here. read more

When you reach the age of 102, every day is a gift. My grandmother is a member of the 0.03% of the US population who can call themselves centenarians. She has outlived her youngest sister who was at Manzanar. She raised three daughters, cared for three grandchildren, and delights in seeing her four great-grandchildren grow up. So when it's her birthday, we try to come together and celebrate with her. Today, nine of us gathered over good food and great company. But it was NOT at Noma Sushi. We assumed that Noma would accommodate our family as they did last year when we celebrated her 101st birthday at their old location and had a great experience. That was not the case. We were told that we had to pay $200 if we wanted to sit together and have lunch there today. Without exception, that was the policy. If we were one less, there would have been no problem sitting us together without the exorbitant fee. Now, if we were a huge party asking for a private room, I would understand this extra cost. If they had a long waiting list of patrons, I would be much more understanding of the fee. But with one extra person in our family, willing to sit in other areas of the restaurant as long as we could be somewhat close to each other in a nearly empty restaurant, were we being unreasonable? Apparently, yes, we were being unreasonable because no, that would not be possible. I suppose that restaurants have the right to refuse service to people, which they did, and I am absolutely flabbergasted. The servers were rigid in their policy. The sushi chefs were staring without much regard to any of us. And no one at the restaurant seemed to have an ounce of empathy for my poor 102-year-old grandmother. With a walker and at her age, she needed to sit down. No one acknowledged her or offered her a seat. That lack of sensitivity was salt in the wound. We were given menus and seats only when one of my family members offered to sit elsewhere, as in going to a different restaurant. Why? Because now we were a party of eight. No, thank you. How can we sit and enjoy what should have been a joyous occasion when now our family is upset, frustrated, and divided? When asked to speak with a manager or the owner, we were told we could not do so. That they were not available until the dinner service. To me, it sounded like a lot of excuses and a lack of customer service training. When my aunt was finally given a phone number and name to follow up with, it was to the restaurant's main number. Perhaps the servers really didn't know how to reach the manager or owner, which seems strange and highly unlikely. And perhaps the servers were new and inexperienced, which seems much more likely, but unequivocally inexcusable. While my aunt was finally able to reach a manager to share our disappointing experience, no amount of apologizing or trying to placate us with offers to come dine with them can change what happened. A birthday celebration comes once a year, and we'll be lucky if my grandmother continues to be healthy to ring in 103. Food is meant to bring people together, and dining out is a privilege. But the entire experience at Noma was just awful, and we took our business elsewhere. If I could give zero stars here, I would. read more

Came back to Noma Sushi on a Thursday and happened to dine in during their Sake Man Night, such a fun experience! They had a special menu just for the evening, which was super cool, and one of my favorite parts was the spin-the-wheel event. With every featured sake cocktail/sake of the night, you got a chance to spin and win prizes like appetizers, crudo, sake gift sets, and more. It made the whole night feel extra fun and interactive! I also hadn't been back since they updated their menu with new items, so I was really excited to try some of the new additions. Everything was so good, as usual. The food, drinks, and overall experience never disappoint. Noma just keeps getting better and better every time I come back. Already looking forward to my next visit! read more

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I found this spot on TikTok since I was looking for a good place close to Beverly Hills and I'm SUPER happy I tried it. The fish was so fresh and delicious, they did beautiful cuts for the nigiri. I recommend the yellowtail belly, baked salmon roll, and the Santa Monica's roll. The service was friendly and inviting. It's perfect for a date night or even a friend's night out. ADDED NOTE: It should be 3 dollar signs ($$$) instead of 2 ($$), the bill came out to be over $200 for two people. read more

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My go to local spot for Japanese food! Great sushi and cooked food options. Been going for years since they were in the smaller location across the street. New location is bigger prettier and same food quality read more

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The crispy rice with spicy tuna was the stuff of dreams. All the fish we tried melted in your mouth. LA has the best sushi. read more

Noma - Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna (Deep Copy) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Changing my review because I really like the waitress Nancy and the new scallop dish is AMAZING!!

Spacious sushi spot with a mix of old school aesthetics and modern fixtures. I started with a small tempura set. You must order three pieces, but you can mix and match from a list of vegetables and seafood. Black Tiger Shrimp (1 pc), Sweet Potato (2 pcs), and Scallop (1 pc) were all crunchy and fried to perfection. The tuna cut roll came with more fish than expected than rice, which was great. I enjoyed the blue crab hand roll. Overall solid options. My friend thought the Sushi Ensemble (8 pc chef's choice + California Roll or Spicy Tuna Roll) was a nice variety. The combination also comes with soup and salad. The only major complaint was that the hot green tea was served lukewarm. And it was hard to flag down someone for everything, we barely interacted with the server. read more

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Always craving sushi and was with a few friends in Santa Monica early on a Friday night It's a big place with a big parking lot in the back but the lot was full and so was the entrance when we walked in Put our name into the kiosk for a 30-minute wait time and stood around with lots of other people waiting. You can grab a drink while you wait which is always helpful... Service was friendly but slow as this very large restaurant was fully packed. We had softshell crab, albacore, snapper, scallop and a couple of rolls - all of it was good, none of it was great. And for around the same pricing, I know where to get much better Glad we came and had a good time - Quick tip - there is a bar as you walk in to the left. Instead of hanging out waiting for a table at the front, go grab a drink and stand where there is more room read more

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Tucked in Santa Monica is a spot that's been quietly perfecting sushi for over 40 years. Step inside and it feels like a soft escape to Japan--warm wood, delicate details, and a calm that settles in instantly. We leaned into a little bit of everything Noma sashimi -- 15 pieces, artfully plated like a scene from nature. Thick cuts, buttery, and effortlessly fresh. Alaska roll -- wrapped in soy paper, layered with tuna, salmon, yellowtail, crab, and avocado. Light, vibrant, and clean. Spider roll -- a must every time. Crisp soft shell crab, subtle crunch, and just enough texture in every bite. Bento combo -- tempura + pork katsu + California roll. Simple, comforting, and done right. Chirashi -- delicate cuts over tangy rice, soft and melt-in-your-mouth. Unpretentious, beautifully plated, and surprisingly approachable for omakase. A quiet gem with parking (yes, in Santa Monica). read more

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The ambiance was so nice!! It was dimly lit but each table had a skylight that made the food look phenomenal!! The servers were amazing and very attentive. Dynamite California Roll - the mushrooms were very unique but delicious!! It was very juicy and made the roll much better Momo Sunset - it was a sweet drink that was much better after you mixed it all together Mori Mori cocktail - a favorite and really had a prominent pistachio flavor Black Cod appetizer - 10/10!!! It was very soft and would melt in your mouth!! It had a very very subtle charred/caramel flavor to it. Tornado Roll - this one was also unique with the potato shreds! It didn't have too much fish but we had some leftover scallops from our other roll that paired well with it Santa Monica Roll - a very solid roll! No rice, but had high quality, fatty fish. Would get again! read more

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How have I never been here? Expect to be surprised once you walk in. It's a great place for legitimate sushi; the space immediately makes you forget it's on busy Wilshire. It is quaint and lovely, and the service was excellent. I ordered the Softshell Crab appetizer--it was nothing to write home about, as it was bland and the batter was thick. I wouldn't order that again. However, I had the Hiru Set, which came with sashimi, nigiri, sunomono, and miso soup. I loved it! The fish was great quality. I will definitely keep coming back read more

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A legacy and tradition that lasts for a reason. visiting Noma feels like stepping into a old-school Japanese atmosphere. With over 40 years of tradition, it carries a deep sense of history. Now, due to a city redevelopment plan, they've begun a new chapter in a new space bigger, but still filled with that same nostalgic charm throughout. Our top recommendation is the chirashi ($49.95), featuring 12 pieces of super fresh sashimi, Comes with a handroll and topped with uni over rice. Also the omakase set sushi for $64.95, 11 set of sushi Comes with hand roll and tamago Dont forget to order some fresh oysters! Even in the busy city of Santa Monica, they have a big parking lot Ended it with some house crafted drinks. Special but nostalgic experience IG : socalhkfoodies read more

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Overall: Hit or miss, nothing truly standout Galbi bento -great value with a generous amount of vegetables Baked crab roll -decent Spicy tuna hand roll -great Toro cut roll -great Seared toro -not recommended, overly sweet Sushi-great quality overall Baby lobster roll -very generous portion, but overly sweet The new location is clean, spacious, and comfortable, and the service was good. Overall, a mix of good and average dishes, but nothing that really stands out enough to come back for. read more

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Large parties beware. My family decided to celebrate my grandmother's 102nd birthday and my mom's 78th birthday. We arrived first thing and the restaurant is empty, mind you. What an unpleasant surprise to be told that for our party of 9, in order to sit together, we would be charged $200. If we did not pay, we would have to split our party and sit in two different sections -- we could not be close by unless we paid. Apparently, the policy is enforced for parties greater than 8 - we were only 1 person above that limit. We have enjoyed their food in the past, but this inflexible policy -- and telling us that we would have to purposely be separated in two different sections in an empty restaurant -- and unreasonable charge was extremely disappointing. Needless to say, we decided to eat at another neighboring restaurant in Santa Monica. read more

As soon as I walked in I was greeted with the best welcome I've ever received from the host. The decor and ambiance were beautiful. The private booths are perfect for date night. I ordered the omakase set. 1st course: pickled veggies (beautiful) 2nd course: mushroom miso (huge portion) 3rd course: 10 nigiri (chewy) 4th course: eel nigiri, tamago, and a handroll (good) Overall, very cute spot for a multitude of occasions. read more

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The best sushi spot in Santa Monica. I love the service and the ambiance was amazing! read more

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First time here and the food and service here is amazing. The ambiance here is incredible. I live close by and would love to come back. The place mat is cute as well. As for the "To Go" bags, it doesn't need to be stapled. You can use tape instead! read more

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The service was great, staffs were calm and they well known about their food to explain anything. The place was so pretty and quiet, making it a great spot for a date or a nice family meal. And the food it was unbelievably delicious. The fish was so fresh, and the tuna in particular was the best I've ever had. The sweet shrimp and sea urchin were perfectly sweet with zero fishy taste. Definitely worth the price. Even their miso suop is amazing. Would definitely order this again next time. read more

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After 40+ years of tradition, Noma Sushi has reopened in a larger, more beautiful space just across from its original location The uni scrambled toast is so unique. The crispy rice with creamy spicy tuna was another favorite. The staff was nice What we ordered: * Crispy rice with creamy spicy tuna * Uni scrambled toast * Sushi & sashimi deluxe * Baked black cod * Pink Lady roll * Grilled mochi with green tea ice cream read more

Noma - Sashimi deluxe (IG & TT: @takeonefortheroad) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Noma Sushi is a true Santa Monica classic with over 40 years of history, and their new location is the perfect evolution of that legacy. After spending decades in their original, much smaller space across the street, they've reopened in a larger, beautifully designed restaurant that still feels deeply authentic. Many of the original signs and decorative elements were brought over, giving the space a strong Japanese atmosphere while feeling fresh and welcoming. The food absolutely delivers. The crispy rice with spicy tuna was perfectly done, and the Gouka Chirashi served with clam miso soup and a yellowtail hand roll ($49.95) is an incredible value for the quality and presentation. The omakase course is a standout and very reasonably priced for the experience, and the uni scramble toast is a must-order. Service was excellent throughout, and a huge bonus for Santa Monica: free private parking in a large lot behind the building. A legendary sushi spot that has stayed true to its roots while starting an exciting new chapter. read more

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Prior to our visit, we checked on Yelp and there was a 1-11 min wait around 6pm on a Saturday night. So we slowly headed there and arrived around 6:20pm. Either the online wait time is wrong or they had a dinner rush because we eventually was sat at 7:30pm. They do have a parking lot in the back but there aren't many spaces. The location is across the street from the previous location and it is WAY bigger than before. Definitely an upgrade. It looks very modern and is very spacious. The lobby area was big enough to house everyone that was waiting. The hostess was nice and kept updating us with our wait time. By the time we were seated, our kids were STARVING. Our server came by and greeted us as we sat down. He said he would return shortly. Right off, we spotted pieces of leftover rice on the dishes that were set up on the table for us. At least 3 items (soy sauce plate and 2 small plates) had rice on them. We put them to the side for the server. We grabbed the menu checklist to start ordering but it was already filled out so we had to wait to ask for another one. When our server came by, we said we wanted to put some items in and he said "Ok but let me take your drinks first". We kind of wanted to put some appetizers in as our party was getting pretty hangry. We waved him down and he said "I'll be back in 2 minutes". By the time he returned, we were ready to order all our dishes. The quality and quantity of the food were great. The sashimi was fresh and were nice cuts. The meat items were cooked and seasoned well. The fried items were nice and crispy. The sashimi came out pretty quick but we waited quite a while for the bento boxes. My son ordered udon and that did not arrive until the very end and after I brought it to the servers attention. All in all, I thought it was OK. Nothing really stood out but it wasn't bad either. I did not like that there was old food on the new plates- as it should've been checked during set up (I used to be a server, I know the drill). We were in a booth towards the back of the restaurant and the booth was kind of covered (maybe for privacy) but it was hard to flag down a server when we needed stuff. For 6 adults and 2 kids, the price came out to about $530. read more

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Friend and I decided to come on a Friday evening. We were pleasantly surprised that this is their new location with their previous right across the street. While their parking lot is small, it's rare for a sushi restaurant to have dedicated parking. The interior also boasts a very large space, a rarity in the LA sushi scene. This place is great for larger groups. You will also feel like you have been transported to Japan with its zen minimalist aesthetics. We decided to order the omakase to share between us both. we also ordered an extra hand roll, crab salad, shishito peppers, and a regular roll. The good news is the sushi is fresh for its moderate price. My finicky chum said she would come back, and so they have my blessing. The salad want our favorite, but you gots to eat your vegetables. read more

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Noma was scrumptious but reeeeaaallly pricey! All the fish was fresh as could be and each piece of sushi melted in our mouths. However, each sushi piece was quite small; if one was disciplined, one could get two petite bites. Maybe. We each got the omakase, which came with a pickled veg appetizer, miso soup, 11 pieces of sushi and a hand roll. It was not what we considered or expected from Omakase but was delicious. The omakase was $64.95 per person and this was lunch. Our bill, before tax, was $205! The restaurant was attractive and the staff was professional. I don't know if the air-conditioning was not working or on very low but it was just at the edge between comfortable and uncomfortable. Will we go back? It is hard to say. The food was fresh and delicious but wickedly expensive. read more

I've been curious to try this place out, didn't realize this is the same Noma restaurant that I use to go to back when I was a Westsider. Now the new location is across the street from the old. Much bigger, upgraded, but I like how you still get an intimate setting especially if you're seated at one of the booths. They have their own parking in the back but street parking is also free street 6pm. Cane on a Wednesday night and the wait was less than 10 min. They got full bar:sake cocktails, beer, wine, sake selection and mocktails. We tried their Salmon collar which was on point and reasonably priced $15. Cucumber salad $7. We shared the Gouka Chirashi which was a good portion of assorted sashimi and came with miso soup and a hand roll. Best value! We also tried the Albacore delight, mouthful of fresh blue crab. Yum! We thought we'd order some Tori sushi but what we ordered was plenty for 2. Very fresh. Great space and service. Reasonable prices. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Noma has been in business for over 40 years. The restaurant is big and spacious with Japanese elements and decorations. The Noma Sashimi came with 15 pieces of fresh fish. The presentation was impressive. It comes with daily premium soup and hand roll. The omakase set sushi was also so fresh. The uni toast was yummy. The yellowtail belly was so fatty and buttery. There is a sushi bar where you can watch the sushi chefs in action. The service was friendly. They also offer complimentary tempura ice cream for birthdays. This was such a nice treat and dining experience. read more

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As decades long customers, it saddens me that we won't be returning. Noma has a beautiful new location, and the staff are still very kind and accommodating, but the food and prices are a different story. I'm referring specifically to the Bento boxes (aka combination dinners), something we always loved. I understand that prices may have to go up a little, especially to accommodate inflation and higher rent, but to up charge almost every item, in addition to raising the overall prices of the Bento box, while reducing portion size and quality of meat, is now incredibly disappointing. As an example, to charge an additional $5 to have steak teriyaki in the Bento box and have the meat extremely tough and "unchewable" is just unacceptable. We're sorry to be saying goodbye, as will our 4 other friends who regularly joined us over the many years. (An additional comment: if you do go here, make sure you follow your credit card to the pay station. We unfortunately had fraud on our credit card within 24 hours of dining here, and instead of "tapping" at the table, the way most restaurants are now doing it, cards were taken away to a pay area. Perhaps just an unfortunate coincidence, but our bank told us to never let our card out of sight.) read more

I have been eating Noma's fabulous sushi for 20 years and this is my first review. The fish is always fresh and the service is impeccable. Noma was my mother's favorite restaurant and she had her last meal here before she past in 2017. She had me eating sushi when I was 10 and there was only one Japanese restaurant in Westwood Village. I had my first meal in their new location which is right across the street and the best part is they have a huge parking lot, not like the previous postage stamp. The interior is beautiful and the vibe is cool. read more

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Food is always so delicious and fresh. Everyone is friendly and the service is very efficient

This is my go to spot for tempura! The hot night roll is amazing and last time I was here they had a sake event that was so fun! I highly recommend and there's parking in back read more

This place is the best. Been coming for years. The creamy spicy tuna is the best in town

The food is amazing and so is the service! The servers are so sweet and attentive and the ambiance is gorgeous and very clean. Would 100% recommend read more

I just come 2 days ago try the new menu it's really amazing. I order wagyu sando,okura fries and yuzu scallop crudo best one so far. Will be back soon read more

The food is always superb. Service was excellent and I love the new location. The interior design is so tastefully done and creates a welcoming ambience. 5* across the board. read more

By far the best Japanese restaurant I've ever had. Not to mention the best food buddy with me but the services rendered by Daniel and Nancy were exceptional. Ramiro was very kind as well. The place is very clean and peaceful...very conducive for talking. If you want a real feel of Japanese ambiance, come to this place coz you will find bonsai, Japanese dolls etc. but most especially the delectable selection of fresh Japanese dishes. My favorite was the halibut with black truffle. It just melts in your mouth read more

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Wowww what an amazing sushi!!! Sushi cut roll with mango and salmon was DELICIOUS Tuna on crispy rice was incredible! I'm very happy everything was super fresh and delicious Thanks Hendry:) you are the best !! read more

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Aside from the nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and good-looking menu items, the taste just isn't there, unfortunately. Not worth a second visit. I should've gone to KazuNori in Westwood instead. Lesson learned. read more

Such great service and amazing food! They have great ambiance. 10/10 date night! I highly reco spicy tuna crispy rice!

NOMA looking for a quality sushi spot in Santa Monica! Don't know how it took me so long to find this hidden gem, but @noma.sushi is definitely being added to my list of favorite Japanese restaurants! With over 40 years of tradition, Noma is one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in Los Angeles, and still retains beautiful, traditional Japanese elements and decor that were meticulously preserved from their original location. This new location features beautiful and spacious interiors (resulting in a reasonable wait time despite long lines), as well as an extensive menu of traditional Japanese sushi, bento boxes, and now cocktails! Highly recommend ordering their signature omakase set, which comes with 11 pieces of sushi, a handroll, and miso soup, as well as their lunch bento sets, which are such great deals for the quality and generous portions. Their nabeyaki udon is also a great option, especially if you're looking for a cooked dish. If you're in the Santa Monica area, definitely check out this budding gem with high quality, authentic Japanese cuisine, beautiful ambiance, and very kind service! Featured here: Berry kawaii Mori Mori Crispy rice with creamy spicy tuna Noma combination bento: salmon teriyaki, shrimp and vegetable tempura, sashimi 4 pcs Uni scramble toast Omakase set Nabeyaki udon read more

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I had such a lovely lunch here. I heard this place has been around for over 40 years and recently moved to a new location, so I had to check it out. Honestly, it almost felt too nice to dine here alone. The interior is very modern with a subtle Japanese aesthetic, and the staff were incredibly friendly, offering detailed explanations for each dish. I ordered the sushi Omakase, which started with a mushroom miso soup that I absolutely loved. Then came 11 pieces of sushi each one was fresh, creamy, and beautifully prepared. The rice was perfectly seasoned. I also tried the lunch bento, which came with two different meat dishes (I chose salmon, and chicken) At $19.95, it felt like a great deal. The salmon and chicken were both high quality and very satisfying. (Highly recommend that salmon!) Parking is easy and free read more

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