The best poke bowls maybe anywhere. In LA, it's not even close…read more Love the real crab and wild toro salmon

Decent poke shop in the Sawtelle area. I got a small build your own bowl and it was okay. The base…read moreand toppings were actually a pretty big size. You just pay for a "larger size" by adding more scoops protein. I got the spicy tuna and spicy salmon and they were good, nothing special. They were pretty fishy though. I got a base of brown rice and I wasn't a fan of how mushy and grainy it was. The topping variety was pretty good though. They also have pre selected bowls if you don't want the hassle of building your own bowl. For parking, there's 1 hour of validated parking in the underground parking lot if you dine here. The service was not the best, the server making my order wasn't very friendly. There's some outdoor chairs and tables to eat at in the complex. Overall, this place was mid and I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here unless I was in the area and craving poke. Would still opt for Yama Sushi Marketplace above all.

This seafood restaurant is part of a seafood market, with a cozy dining area that includes a few…read moretables and plenty of seats along the oyster bar. It was my first time here, and I'm so glad I discovered this place! The seafood was incredibly fresh, and we honestly enjoyed every dish we ordered. The highlight for me was definitely the oysters -- they were so good that I had to order a second round . Another standout was the steamed mussels in white wine and garlic sauce. The mussels were huge, juicy, and packed with flavor. I was also very impressed by the miso black cod. It came with mushrooms in a rich miso sauce that paired perfectly with rice. Everything tasted comforting and well-balanced. Our server was also very thoughtful and friendly. He split the clam chowder into four smaller portions for our group, which made it much easier to share. One thing to note: the seafood market opens early, but the restaurant itself opens at 11 AM. And if you end up loving the fish from your meal, you can actually buy the same fresh marinated fish directly from the market to take home. Such a cool concept!

I really wanted to like this place and give it 5 stars as I love really fresh seafood and was…read morelooking forward to stopping here after driving down from Solvang. After this first experience, this place is about a solid three stars for me. I may come back again if in Santa Monica... I am still a bit under the weather and drove here because I wanted some kind of seafood soup. They offer three different kinds of soups which I appreciated! There is NE clam chowder, Manhattan clam chowder and a fish chowder. Since I dont always see fish chowder on the menu, I ordered a small bowl. I wanted a larger bowl and a place to sit down and eat it but the place was packed for lunch and I didnt feel like grabbing a spot at their bar as I needed to get back on the road, so just went with the small (and I am glad I did - read on to see why). They have a funny system here because you only order their menu items from a cashier in the back, but then take a number if you want fresh seafood. I wanted to try their Hawaiian style poke and cashier had me go and grab a number. I grabbed a number and it wasn't busy so I was served immediately. For a 1/4 lb of Hawaiian poke, it was about $9.50. Whats also strange is that I grabbed my soup (did not pay for it in the back), and my Hawaiian poke and then paid up front. Everything came close to $20. I sat in my car, (which thank goodness, this seafood market has its own parking lot, so that was greatly appreciated), and dug into my soup. Unfortunately, the soup was pretty bland and needed a bit more salt. But, I will say that the ingredients used in the fish chowder were all very fresh, and fish wasnt overcooked, but it needed to be seasoned more. Hawaiian poke was great, excellent taste. Overall, a so so experience, I would have liked better scenery to eat my food being I was very close to the beach and wished I had a more seasoned fish chowder. I could be convinced to come back and give it a second try, but I think I might prefer to visit Malibu Seafood which isnt too far from here and has great ocean views.

This place is really close to The Hammer museum by UCLA. I came here with a couple of friends on a…read moreSaturday at around 2:30pm and there were two people manning the store. Both the guy and the girl were incredibly friendly, professional, patient and helped us 3 get exactly what we wanted. I went with a large (4 scoops) poke bowl and my two friends each had a medium. The key element for every single poke shop is the freshness of the ingredients, and this place was no exception. Both the protein and the veggies were as fresh as they could be, chopped/minced/cut to perfection and with a great presentation. The actual store was clean, quiet, and a perfect place to eat a calm lunch. Then we had some of their mochi (there were only two flavors left) which were pretty good. 10/10. Highly recommended place.

Well, lucky for me, they were open !!! Husband having…read moreanother eye surgery... so, having delicious repasts for post surgery will be awesome! Duplicated our orders to make it easier on counter person. (Half brown rice / salad... 3 different tunas and squid salad, lots of seaweed, cucumbers, ginger, onions, edamame and 2 kinds of sauces) ... I know it will taste delicious... Highly recommended

What started as a quick search turned into one of the best sushi experiences I've had in a long…read moretime. We were in the area for my son's doctor's appointment and discovered this place nearby. What a bonus! If you're anywhere close, it's absolutely worth a visit. The sushi here is next-level. You can immediately taste the quality of the ingredients--the freshness of the rice, the fish, and the attention to detail in every bite. I started with salmon and tuna nigiri, plus a salmon roll that was cut into small bite-sized pieces. Honestly, I was popping them into my mouth like candy. Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. They also have a great selection of hot foods. Right when you walk in, you're greeted by freshly prepared unagi (eel), which looked amazing. They also offer katsu, and other ready-to-eat items. I grabbed a Spam musubi, and wow--it may be the best Spam musubi I've ever had, even better than some I've had in Hawaii. The Spam still had a slight crispiness, the egg added richness, and the seasoning brought everything together with an incredible umami flavor. What I love most is that the place reminds me of a Japanese convenience store (konbini)--but an upscale version. It's like Tsukigi market had a store in Ginza. You can buy fresh seafood, ingredients to make your own sushi at home, or simply grab a meal and enjoy it there. The quality throughout the store is outstanding. The atmosphere is great too. There's always a buzz of people shopping for sushi or enjoying their food outside in the seating area. It feels lively and authentic. One suggestion: try to get there early if you can. They had so many ready-made sushi trays, rolls, nigiri, and prepared foods available, but a lot of them were already nearly sold out by the time I got there. I noticed a sign saying items are made fresh regularly throughout the day, which is a great sign of how popular and fresh everything is. Still, if you want first pick of all the goodies, I'd recommend arriving earlier. My only real complaint is the parking. The lot is small, and during busy times you'll probably need some patience. I visited on a weekday during rush hour, but once I got my food, it was completely worth it. The drive back to Simi Valley flew by because I couldn't stop eating and thinking about how good everything was. I honestly can't wait to find another excuse to come back. This place is such a treat. If you're looking for high-quality sushi, fresh seafood, delicious prepared foods, and a taste of Japan without getting on a plane, this place delivers.

Service, even on the least busy hours, is absolutely ridiculous. There are at least six employees…read morebehind the counter with no customers in sight and often commiserating with each other. I spoke to one young man about seeing the manager who looked like he was high on everything, he made a motion about poking his head, and told me, "He might be around that corner". I took a little less than two steps to see for myself and nobody was there. I turn back around and he has his back to me while babbling with his coworkers with no mind for anything. Eventually, a lovely girl finally came to my aid as I awkwardly stood there to find this manager, and she made the worthwhile effort to do that. The initial idiot made a quip, "Oh there he is", and I shook my head. It should also be said that the manger isn't exactly a brain surgeon either. They hire privileged idiots with no mind for common sense for the front and regular idiots managing these places. Their sushi and other dishes also looked cheap showcased under their plexiglass. Avoid this place even if you can wriggle some form of parking.

I needed a quick snack to hold me over til dinner and decided to pop into sweetfin. It was cool…read morethat they had a few items on their kids menu that were snack sized for me. The kids bowls are pretty bare bowls as far as Poké goes, just a base of fish and rice with a standard two toppings that they don't usually let you swap. The fish was fresh and even though i wasn't a fan of the ginger topping, it was still pretty good overall and did what it needed to do. Next time I'll try a full bowl!

Came here at 10 because I saw it closes at 10:30. I walked into the shop and the person working…read morethere said that they're no longer open. I asked when they close and he said 10:30. He said that if I want food, that he cannot take my order in-person and I have to order it for pick up. How does that make sense?

The poke bowl alone justifies coming here. Portions are legitimately large, and it is not bulked up…read morewith filler. You actually get a generous amount of fresh fish and a wide range of toppings that feel intentional, not thrown on. The quality is clear in the taste. Everything is clean, well-balanced, and doesn't feel overly salty or heavy like a lot of quick poke spots. It eats like a full, satisfying meal without leaving you sluggish afterward. What stands out most is the value. In Westwood, most places cut corners on portion size or quality, but this place does neither. You get a bowl that is genuinely filling and consistent every time. It is the kind of spot that becomes an easy default because you know exactly what you are getting: fresh ingredients, solid portions, and a meal that actually feels worth the price.

I love coming here and ordering a taro smoothie with boba, spam musubi, and a salmon poke bowl…read more Poke is always unlimited toppings. I've been here plenty of times but haven't tried the wings yet. Next time! Staff is always super nice and friendly. Service is quick. Tables are clean. Park at Trader Joe's or Target for validated parking.

Got some coffee next door to this spot and decided to give it a try. Definitely happy I did :)…read morefirst off, it def had the mom & pop (ehhh I get it! ) feel and felt like I was eating at a good friend's house and I love it! Even though they had kiosks, they helped describe anything I was looking at in good detail and offered to adjust things to however I wanted. You can tell they made all of their food with care because the flavor and quality were so good! They will for sure be seeing me again

A nice place to get some quick Korean food. You can order at the kiosk or pay cash at the counter…read more I got the chicken japchae to go and it was very flavorful. It's a great place for a quick lunch if you're in the area. No frills and a small parking lot.

Super friendly hole-in-the-wall!…read more The area has great food (Daruma is literally next to a fancy reservation based omakase) but the appeal of Daruma is that it is casual, quick, but still really great in taste. Parking might be difficult, but there are plenty neighborhoods you can drive around and if you're blessed, there is a parking lot next to the shop that isn't valet. The chefs (also servers) were extremely nice and with the shop being so small it was convenient getting their attention for extra napkins, sauces, etc. If you're looking for good food, without the pressure of committing to one restaurant, check out Daruma for a quick bite!

Ordered this to go on a whim. I was glad I did because…read moreeverything was delicious. I'm usually pretty skeptical when it comes to ordering sushi online, because sometimes it's Hit or Miss, but this was really fresh. I subbed the roll for a snow crab roll, and it did not disappoint. I highly suggest for you to do that. it was refreshing to order something online and have it be real crab versus imitation. Everything was fresh from the potato salad to the salad to the chicken karate. The spicy tuna rice crackers were good as well. I would definitely order from this place again!