We absolutely love KazuNori!…read more Since moving to the area, we've been stopping by on a weekly basis! Sometimes 2-3 times a week! Consistent quality, fast streamlined service and delicious hand rolls! Whenever we're thinking of going out for dinner, KazuNori is at the top of the list. We go so often! If they had a membership, we would easily be top tier members! We also love bringing people for the first time and sharing one of our favorite spots. Don't ever change, KazuNori!

Love handrolls! They're delicious and make for a quick but filling meal, and you know exactly what…read moreto expect when you come to a handroll place. My friend and I came to KazuNori for Saturday lunch right when they opened at 11:30. Only one other group was there at opening, but it gradually got busier over the course of lunch. As is standard for handroll places, seating is all counter seating so that you can watch the chefs make and place each piece in front of you. I don't recommend coming here with more than 2 others, as conversation can be difficult due to the seating arrangement. I went with the 6 hand roll set for $29, which offers toro, yellowtail, salmon, bay scallop, crab, and lobster. Everything was good, and my favorites were the scallop, crab, and lobster. You can ask for less rice in each roll if you aren't super hungry or have a smaller stomach. They make everything easy when it comes to paying the bill by charging an automatic 16% fee, so you don't need to fill in the tip. I think that's fair given that each handroll is personally made for you by the chef.

CM Ghost Kitchen by Chef Maezaki is located at 296 North Allen Avenue…read more Suite #1 Pasadena, California 91106. It is located in a small shopping area just below the 134/210 freeway. There are a number of small boutique stores located here. This Japanese restaurant was a great find when I was out walking. I was actually going to pick up some food at another place. I read some of the reviews to get an idea of what to expect and was pleased to find that the food here is very good. This is a takeout only restaurant. They cater and also Chef Maezaki teaches sushi techniques in the surrounding area. I entered the front door and walked to the large counter. I was greeted with a smile and a friendly hello. I asked a number of questions and realized that I must be talking to Chef Maezakl. He showed me the menu. He also showed me specials that they were offering. After taking some time I decided to order the special wagyu beef entree, and a spicy tuna hand roll. I sat down in one of the chairs available and waited. I could smell great aromas from the food being prepared in the kitchen. I was happy when my food arrived about 15 minutes later. I could sense his pride in what he had prepared for me. I enjoyed the complete dinner that was the wagyu beef entree. There was rice, pickled cucumber, California roll sushi, a special piece of fried chicken, and chicken gyoza. It came in a perfectly packed & arranged container, ready to eat. I'm happy to say the taste translated to a great experience in dining. The marinated beef was tender and flavorful. The chicken was moist tender with a crisp exterior. The cucumber salad was bright and refreshing. The fresh sushi was a nice touch. I went back another time to try the cold chicken ramen, a three piece chicken appetizer, and the tiramisu. I was happy with the fresh flavor of the vegetables in the ramen. It was a nice change. All I can say about the tiramisu is that it has an addicting flavor! I can't wait to have it again. It's nice that the parking lot accommodates all the small boutique businesses. There has always been plenty of parking when I was there. This shopping area with its boutique stores is a good find. I look forward to my experience at CM Ghost Kitchen.

Average, more of 3.5ish…read more Ordered it via Postmates. Fish quality was decent. Sushi rice was good. For the premium chirashi, I wasn't impressed with the fish selection. Overall hits the spot for sushi fix. The only drawback is it's priced the same as restaurants which would have served two pieces of each fish plus uni and ikura etc. Although I will say I was pleasantly surprised at the tiny squeeze bottle sauces provided and that it tasted homemade (ponzu, yuzu, unagi sauce). May order again if there's a deal.

Came here with my friends and my son this past Wednesday for lunch. We arrived about 10 to 15…read moreminutes after they opened at 11 a.m., and it was the perfect time to avoid the lunch rush. I've been wanting to try Tendon Tempura Carlos Jr. for a while since their original location is in Torrance. I'm really glad they opened a Pasadena location because we're lucky to have one here in the 626 now. Parking was easy since there are spots right in front of the restaurant, but they are metered and cost $2 per hour. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by the staff. Since the weather was nice, we decided to sit out on the patio, which was cool and comfortable. To start, we ordered the fried tempura mozzarella sticks ($5.99), onion kakiage ($2.99), and edamame corn kakiage ($5.99). Everything was delicious, but the mozzarella sticks were the clear favorite. They were fried perfectly with an amazing cheese pull and plenty of cheesy flavor. We decided to share all of our entrees family style. For my son, we ordered the plain hot udon, which was simple and perfect for him. For the rest of us, we ordered the Premium Tempura Bowl ($32.97) and added ikura ($4.98), the cold soba with dipping sauce and tempura ($19.99), and Carlos's Jewel Box ($31.99), which came with chopped salmon, toro, yellowtail, and popcorn shrimp over rice. We also added extra toro for $8. On top of that, we ordered a side of five slices of chu-toro for $15.49, which honestly felt like a great deal. The Premium Tempura Bowl was definitely the star of the meal. Every piece of tempura was light, crispy, and fried perfectly without feeling greasy. The fried tempura egg was absolutely chef's kiss, especially once the yolk mixed into the rice. The tempura dipping sauce was also excellent and brought everything together. The Carlos's Jewel Box was another standout. The fish tasted fresh, and the rice with their house sauce paired perfectly with everything. The added toro made it even better. The cold soba was well prepared, but it just wasn't our cup of tea. That's more of a personal preference than anything because the quality was still there. The restaurant has a modern look while still feeling like a cozy mom-and-pop shop. I really liked the decor and the welcoming atmosphere. Since we were the only table sitting outside, I can't really comment on the noise level inside, but the patio was peaceful and relaxing. The service was great. The staff brought out a booster seat for my son and even helped secure it to the patio chair. They also brought us all the condiments, including ginger and pickled vegetables, without us having to ask, which I appreciated. Overall, I would definitely come back. The tempura was some of the best I've had in the 626, and the rice bowls were just as impressive. If you're visiting for the first time, I highly recommend ordering one of the tempura bowls. You really can't go wrong. It's great to see a restaurant that started in Torrance expand to Pasadena because it's a welcome addition to the 626 dining scene.

Came here for dinner on Thursday night and the restaurant was not busy. Service was pretty quick…read morewhich was good because we were in a rush. I got the small cold soba and tempura bowl set and added ikura to my tempura bowl. It was nice to enjoy cold noodles on a hot day. The tempura is definitely the standout here. Crispy shrimp with flavorful sauce. They also included an egg and I just love how the gooey egg yolk mixed with the tempura sauce and rice. Such a perfect bite. The ikura definitely added to the texture and flavor too. Yellowtail roll was good, love the crunchy toppings and the sausage. The sweet beef udon was the most average of all the dishes. Flavor was a little too bland/ mild which perhaps could have used a little bit of more spice. Overall, will return again for the tempura!

6/10/2026 First time…read moreat Mills Alley. Decided to come here since this was close to the other shops I wanted to go to today. Also, the prices seemed great for lunch. HAKATA SET (Your choice of: Tonkotsu or Miso Ramen, comes with Mini Spicy Tuna Don, Chicken Karaage 2 pcs, Tsukemono) This was one of the set items for the lunch special. Chose the miso ramen. The miso ramen had a very strong white miso flavor. Didn't hate it, as I do love miso, but it was a little too much miso for my liking. Typical curly ramen and it was cooked well. Loved the jammy egg too. It was a soy marinated egg. There were also three pieces of chashu too! It was good, but slightly overcooked. The portion of the ramen was medium sized and was surprised they didn't bring a smaller size since it was a set meal. But happy they were generous! Spicy tuna don was a small bowl, but they gave a good portion of spicy tuna, which was delicious. Chicken karaage were two pieces of chicken and it was just okay. No tsukemono was served with the meal. Overall the meal was satisfying. I think the price was fair for what was given. CUSTOMER SERVICE Good, friendly and attentive customer service. No complaints! AMBIANCE / TABLES + SEATS Very calm and relaxing ambiance. It was quiet and no music was playing, which I liked. The restaurant was super clean and I liked how the tables were set. Large tables in the back and small tables were closer to the front. Bar seats on the side. It was a medium-sized restaurant, but the layout made it feel larger. Clean bathroom too. PARKING The closest and most logical parking spot was the one right across from the restaurant. School House Garage on 33 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105. Rates: $1.00 first 2 hrs, $2.00 for each additional hour. $12 for the full day. I liked the set menu, it was good for the price and I would like to return to try their other lunch menu items, whether it would be a set menu or a la carte.

Came for their lunch specials and used our Resy/Amex credit…read more Their lunch specials were a great deal - I would recommend getting the lower sushi lunch set if you had to just pick one on the menu. My kids and I actually preferred the less premium fish. The ramen was okay. Didn't stand out from other ramen restaurants. But you do get a lot of food out of the set.

My girls and I came here on a Saturday night with reservations. The food did take quite a while to…read morecome out, but the staff handled the situation so well. They were incredibly kind, checked on us every few minutes, kept us updated, and even comped part of our meal and surprised us all with complimentary dessert. That level of hospitality really stood out. A special shoutout to Sho, who took over our table. He was so charismatic, friendly, and genuinely made the whole experience so much better despite the wait. Honestly, if he ever decides to stop working here, he would make a great bombshell on Love Island The food was absolutely delicious, the ambiance was great, and everyone we interacted with was so sweet and attentive. Even though the wait was longer than expected, the amazing customer service more than made up for it. We really appreciated how much the staff cared about making things right, and we'll definitely be back!

Love this spot. We came here for their shabu shabu and it was delicious and authentic…read more Please note, Shabu is only available at the counter due to limited 4-6 burner station setup at the counter. Shabu is fresh, delicious and authentic. The Kurobuta Pork Loin is very lean and tasty. The Black Angus Ribeye also very nice. Their ponzu has something else added but really nice. Not sure if it had a dash of sake but love their ponzu sauce. Lunch time at counter for shabu fills up quickly so be ready to wait in line if all shabu stations are occupied. Still worth the wait. Once seated, you'll get served fairly quickly. Excellent and very friendly service. Love our initial experience here. Definitely will be back. Happy Eating!!!

We came here completely on a whim after spending the day at the Huntington Library. We had stopped…read moreat a nearby creamery for dessert and noticed this little sushi spot just a few doors down. We decided to give it a try, boba in hand. Unfortunately, they don't allow outside food or drinks, but they were kind enough to keep it in the fridge for us. Walking in and seeing an all-Japanese staff, I had a feeling we were in for something special. The menu prices were a little higher than your average neighborhood sushi restaurant, but after the first few bites, it all made sense. The service was prompt, friendly, and efficient. Our food arrived quickly, and the quality of the fish was outstanding--fresh, buttery, and literally melted in my mouth. This is top-tier sushi. The meal was so impressive that I had to meet the chef and owner. They were incredibly kind, and I learned they've been serving the community for over 25 years. It's easy to see why they've stood the test of time. We found an unexpected gem, and this will definitely become part of our Huntington Library tradition. If you're in the area and appreciate high-quality sushi, Matsuri is absolutely worth the visit.

I could give it a zero. I didn't like the service so I…read moredecided not to give her a tip . -and since tipping isn't mandatory! if I didn't like the service--maybe because I'm Latina, I don't know--when we left, the waitress was yelling, yes yelling me , Excuse me, ! excuse me, ! why don't you leave a tip?" And I was even more upset because she said it loudly in front of everyone. I told her I didn't like the service, and then she said, "Oh, I'll never come back to that place in my life."

Got the premium and those pieces alone are worth the price of admission. Quality of cooked foods,…read moresushi, and rolls was impressive. Also the service from checking in and our servers were awesome. We had a large group and they took care of us really well. Highly highly recommend for AYCE sushi.

Spicy albacore sashimi was a hard hitter. Definitely enjoyed eating here and have to mention that…read moreNatari was the most attentive and sweet server we could have asked for!

I really liked this place! It's a solid and affordable sushi spot. The restaurant and food were…read moreclean and well served. Service was quick and the staff was very friendly. For ~$20, you can get a Bento Combo with +1-2 items in addition to rice, salad, miso soup, and tempura or gyoza. We got the Salmon Teriyaki, Mixed Tempura, and Sashimi/Spicy Tuna Roll. My friend and I thought this was a great deal and left very full! This place is a great, charming spot and a new go-to.

Tuesday June 23rd…read more They were notified that we were coming in with a large group. Lady on the phone said no problem. We were probably about the only ones seated by 3:45. Ready to order, Waitress kept helping other diners that walked in... while we waited. By the time we ordered off the lunch menu we were told that we couldn't get the lunch prices. Yet we had been sitting there for a full 15 minutes waiting for one of the three servers speeding around. Finally one of the servers took our orders, couldn't understand her since she was taking very fast so we had to have her repeat herself several times. When we got our bills it didn't reflect the price for lunch. Server said because we put our orders in after 4..... after sitting for 15 minutes to have our orders taken. Lady in our party asked for the mgr, then the server decided to change the price of the orders. Our orders were slow to arrive