Ordered from Ramen Izakaya because it's such a busy day and I was craving Ramen. I ordered the…read moreChili lime Ramen with extra egg and the Cucumber Sunomono. First, my Chilli Lime Ramen was absolutely fabulous!!! I LOVE this Ramen, soooo tasty and really hits the spot. The broth is exactly what I was craving. The meat pairs perfectly with this broth with the flavors dancing in my mouth. It was so delicious that I kept eating even when I got full so then I was really full at the end but so worth it. I wasn't sure that I would like the cucumber sunumono because it's full of carrots, but one bite and I couldn't stop. The cucumber and carrots taste very fresh and cooling and whatever it is they're soaked in, it's perfect. I don't like carrots, but I ate the whole thing they tasted amazing. Overall I'm so impressed by Ramen Izakaya, I will definitely be ordering from here again in the near future!!!

The Ramen was delicious! The location is great, they have parking behind the restaurant. Our waiter…read morewas friendly, service was quick and the place was not too crowded but plenty of seating. Lots of take out orders. We ordered one spicy, one regular and for my kiddo with toppings on the side. The spicy was not actually spicy, for me at least but it did give it a great flavor compared to the original one.

I think I can officially dub this as my "local sushi spot". Solid food and prices that aren't going…read moreto make you feel like you need to take out a loan. I ordered takeout and they had everything out in 15 minutes, fresh and delicious. The restaurant inside seemed really nice to dine in but to go was the vibe for me. I went with the special combo box of salmon teriyaki, miso soup, rice, vegetable tempura and salad. A TON of food for $20. Also went with some classic rolls like the cali, shrimp tempura, and cucumber roll and they all hit the spot. About $6-8 for each cut roll. All in all, attentive and kind service, quick to get the food out and satisfied my sushi cravings. *The tempura sweet potato was my FAV*

We came to this sushi spot in North Hollywood, and I honestly think the owners might be Thai, but…read moreeither way it was a really cool place. I wasn't too hungry, but I ordered the seared scallops w/ soy wrap, and they were actually really, really good. The crispy rice and shrimp tempura were also really good. The service was great, everything came out quickly, and the place itself is cute. It's definitely a smaller spot. Parking kind of sucks since there's not really any, but the food and service made up for it. I only gave it four stars because of the parking, not the service. I can definitely see myself coming back here!

Had lunch at one of the best sushi spots in the Valley today with my mom, and Chiba definitely did…read morenot disappoint. I'll start with the few negatives because, honestly, there weren't many. With how popular this place has become and the number of regulars that come in every day, parking can be a little difficult. Thankfully, they have someone outside helping direct cars and navigate the parking situation, which definitely makes things easier. The interior is also a little outdated and could use some updating, but once the food comes out, you quickly forget about it. Now for the good stuff. From the moment we walked in, the entire staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Great service always makes a difference, and the staff here really added to the overall experience. We ordered the Spicy Tuna Rice Cake, Crispy Shrimp Roll, Mula Roll, and KB4 Roll, and every single one was a hit. Spicy Tuna Rice Cake -- Easily one of the highlights of the meal and an absolute MUST TRY. You get four pieces of crispy rice that have the perfect crunch on the outside while still being light and fluffy inside. They're topped with avocado and some of the best spicy tuna I've ever had. The tuna was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and creamy. I could've ordered another plate of these by themselves. Crispy Shrimp Roll -- Another must-try. This roll has so much flavor and the perfect amount of crunch without being overwhelming. At only $10, it's honestly hard to pass up. I can definitely see myself ordering this every time I come back. Mula Roll -- This one is definitely on the pricier side at $28, but it's worth it. It's loaded with premium, incredibly fresh fish, including unagi and tuna, along with avocado and savory sauces. The fish was buttery and fresh, with a subtle kick of heat that brought everything together. Definitely a roll for anyone who likes richer, more flavorful sushi. KB4 Roll -- A great combination of spicy tuna, yellowtail, albacore, and salmon. What I really liked was that the fish was served chunky rather than finely minced, so you could actually appreciate the different textures and flavors. The fish was incredibly fresh and practically melted in your mouth. Absolutely delicious. Overall, Chiba is a hidden gem in the Valley and easily one of the better sushi spots I've tried. Between the quality of the fish, the flavors, the portions, and the friendly service, it's a place I'll definitely be coming back to. Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Overall: 10/10 -- Highly recommend! If you're in the Valley and looking for a new sushi spot, put Chiba on your list. You won't regret it.

Chiba restaraunt is a delicious premium Japanese cuisine option with great sushi located on…read moreLankershim Blvd. It boasts a big dining room with sushi bar seating option available, low lighting for a nice ambiance while you eat. Service is great, very attentive servers kept our waters full and came by often. The sushi itself is very good, we ordered several rolls with a few standing over the rest. The carwash roll was absolutely delectable, not on the menu, probably my favorite of the night. The crunchy shrimp handroll was amazing. We also ordered a shrimp tempura cut roll that comes with a unique sauce that stole the show. Overall great quality sushi, we were very happy with all our choices. The dedicated parking lot is a decent size, no trouble finding parking. Check this place out if you're in the area and in the mood for good sushi!

Amazing customer service from the moment we walked through the doors. Delicious food, all served…read morevery quickly. Servers and hosts make you feel welcomed and always keep tables clean. The ambiance is relaxed with good trendy music and lovely decor. 10/10 would try again!

The food was absolutely amazing! And our server, Albert, went the extra mile to make sure we were…read morewell taken care of. Give him a raise. He's great at what he does.

Date: July 11, 2026…read more Stopped by last night for dinner with my bestie and it was my first time. We had SUCH a good time and truly enjoyed our dinner. Luckily it wasn't crowded at the time we went and were able to be seated right away. Sat down and they gave us water and we were able to place our first order. Their rolls are different than most sushi places I've seen and they have no rice rolls which is amazing. They also give half sizes compared to other places (4 pc instead of 8) which helps so much! Customer service was amazing and they were so attentive. You also get complimentary green tea ice cream at the end and who can say no to that? Dinner was 46$ a person. We were so happy with our experience and we will definitely be back! Thank you so much!

Well this spot has gone DOWNHILL. A la carte rolls are the size of AYCE rolls , 15% auto gratuity…read moreand unhygienic bathrooms. The tables are sticky and so is the floor. The customer service is non existent, you literally have to walk up the counter and ask for whatever you need yourself since no one wants to help you. Honestly disappointed. I will not be back here. It is conveniently located by NOHO west but the food is guaranteed to make you sick. Every roll has so much imitation crab in it that you dont taste anything else. Wish the old management and staff would be back.

Picture of you guys are nothing but the best they have the best service and the people here are…read moreexcellent and of course the food is good

This is our go-to sushi place in the valley! Great happy hour deals, delicious rolls and the best…read morefountain soda around! Great atmosphere, indoor outdoor seating, a ballgame always on the tv. A perfect place for a casual night out!

This place feels as authentic as it gets. I was surprised to find this on Vanowen, there aren't…read moremany great sushi spots around. Toshi works here by himself. He's quiet, but friendly. He gives the place an honest charm. It's intimate-perfect for solo dinners or couples. Portions are generous, all the fish tastes great. I'll definitely be back. Thank you Toshi!

I picked up food to go, but just wanted to say it felt like I went to my close uncles house to be…read morefed. Toshi, the owner works by himself and came across so genuine. Simply for his soul alone I deove home excited to try his sushi for the first time, and man was it super delish!!! I especially appreciate the variety of eel options, something some other sushi places don't have. Everything was bomb, but my top two favorites were the baked garlic shrimp roll and the dragon roll. The crispie rice with spicy tuna was good, but ive had better and I believe he torched/baked the tuna instead of it being raw. Overall, Id get sushi from here again and if theres an off chance no one is there, my husband and I would def love to chitchat with while receiving our orders and eating in-front of him bar style. You will not be going here for the ambiance and aesthetics, but you will be getting raw down to earth service. A great hole in the wall!

Ordering take out and unfortunately had to change up the order after they had begun. They rolled…read morewith it admirably and we ended up with a tasty dinner.

There are not enough characters to give a detailed account, but in short I ordered food through the…read morewebsite, and since the wait time was longer then expected I decided to cancel. There was no option on the website to cancel, but since I was already at the resturant I decided to cancel in person. When I tried cancelling this is what happened, a server cancelled my order in the kitchen, despite me being unable to cancel the payment part, was made to wait an additional 20 minutes (The total wait time was an hour) while never once being able to directly speak with a mananger, also while I waited the server sheepishly avoided eye contact with me, was then given the managers phone # to resolve the issue later in the evening only to never be contacted, got a notification two hours later that my order was picked up (impossible), had to go in the next morning, finally talked to the manager, was forced to wait an additional 20min while being ignored only to find out that this whole time I had to contact doordash or corporate. Time I could have gotten back if the people were up front about being unable to resolve the issue in store. All the while I was dealing with issues of pain and so was not prepared for a task as simple as a refund to be a two day journey. Now my main issue is not so much with the workers at the branch, I think corporate is largely to blame for this situation. My only critiques of the service are as follows: If you didn't have an answer, just say you don't know or you can't do that. Don't cancel an order in the kitchen until the customer cancels the order in the app. If your making a customer wait, just occasionally acknowledge them so they don't feel forgotten or like they are being avoided. I'm not new, I use to work in customer service and I've been made to wait before, but generally someone just occasionally gives you a fake smile and says "we're still working on it" and don't sheepishly try to avoid eye contact. For corporate my issues are as follows. On the website you should give an option to cancel the order, and if not at least make it clear to the customer that they have to contact DoorDash. The phone number you posted in the 'Help Me' section, it's a dead number. Doesn't seem unreasonable to give you restaurant branches the ability to cancel or edit orders at store locations. If corporate can't do that, you should let your employees know that issues like that needs to be handled either through corporate or doordash to save time. The stores are clearly understaffed and so employee's are unable to problem solve when issues come up because they are busy. If properly staffed, this problem could have been handled relatively quickly. In the past when I was so inconvenienced by the service, restaurants usually either waived the fee, offered free items or a gift card, because they actually cared. To be offered nothing, not even a proper apology def. Makes me feel like SilverLake Ramen doesn't really give a crap about anything but making money.

Sushi Goken is definitely one of those little hidden gems you might easily miss! Tucked into a tiny…read morecorner strip mall, parking in the lot is scarce, but there's plenty of street parking nearby. The sushi was fresh, delicious, and definitely the highlight of our visit. The ambiance is pretty simple and the cleanliness was just okay, with a semi-modern feel. It's seat-yourself, and the waiter comes to your table to take your order, which keeps things casual and easy. Overall, this is a great little hole-in-the-wall neighborhood sushi spot. Nothing fancy, but the sushi is fresh and tasty, and sometimes those are the best places! I'd definitely come back and try it again if I'm in the area.

All dishes solid…read more Spicy tuna crispy rice - a standout. Rice cooked PERFECTLY. Tuna actually SPICY. Generous portion. Tuna, black snapper, yellowtail sushi - decent. Rice is small. Fish is fresh. A little too much sauce (ponzu) for my taste. Would have preferred a little cleaner and to dip myself. Sweet shrimp - also a standout. VERY SWEET. Fresh. Heads were delicious. Sugar Daddy Roll - scallop on outside, yellowtail on inside. Everything was fresh. Again a little heavy on the sauce so taste was overwhelmed by the ponzu. But tasty. Could use a textural element. Service was friendly though only one server for everything. She did well! Sushi chef not uber friendly but did ask how we liked everything. Atmosphere is okay. Parking was easy when we were there on a weekday at 1 pm. Would I go again? DEFINITELY.

In today's restaurant market, there are many Japanese restaurants that are good and occasionally…read moreyou find one that is fantastic. How does one determine that a Japanese restaurant is fantastic? First you start with the ambience, then you start with a selection of the menu, then you look at the presentation of each plate and dish and the creative reiteration of that dish. At Taisho which is located in the heart of the Valley in Sherman Oaks, is a wonderful restaurant with great creativity and presentation and ambience... And it hits all the marks of a truly wonderful Japanese restaurant. This restaurant is so good that even living in Orange County, what desires to go back into the valley, which is quite a jaunt. We occasionally go to the valley for family and friends and events... And from now on, we will be stopping by this wonderful Japanese restaurant. I'm going to post some pictures and let the pictures speak for themselves. If you're ever in the valley, you gotta make this one of your stops.

In the interest of fairness, I have to lead with the fact that the food is really quite good. The…read morehostess was very sweet, and even helped us change tables when we learned that we while were sitting at an indoor table, it right next to the entrance to the open patio where they have an additional 10 tables or soy. Long story short, my wife was starting to sweat so she wanted to be inside with some A/C. So far, so good. Our waiter was so awesome, but it was his first day, so understandably, he made a couple of very minor mistakes that were easily fixed. He brought out a dish we did not order (which he swapped for the correct one) and he forgot to bring the cocktail that my wife ordered. Again, no big deal. Now... the food. If you are looking for a sushi restaurant, this is not for you. They do have some sushi, but it is very limited, and frankly the options they did have were wildly overpriced. Selling salmon sashimi for $40 is a huge ask. As for the atmosphere, it's a pretty sharp looking space, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, but they leave all the windows and doors open at all times, so if it's a warm evening, you're going to be hot even if you sit outside. Also, the music gets progressively louder as nightfall progresses, so it can be tough to have a conversation without shouting. Bottom line, if you're looking for a good sushi spot, there are half a dozen other places within walking distance that are, in my opinion, much better. If you're looking for a wider variety of Japanese cuisine, and have a few hundred extra dollars lying around, then go ahead and give Taisho a try.