Love this place. Food-to-go only. The ingredients are always so fresh. I love the taste of the rice too. Added plus is the presentation of the food. Orders are simply and beautifully wrapped. I recommend calling a head if you are in a rush. It can be hard to get through by phone sometimes but it's worth it. read more

Best traditional block sushi in LA. Cash only Come here for traditional style sushi not fresh fish! They make quality custom sushi boxes. Great for parties read more

Not your typical raw sushi, but a bento style sushi makes this place special. They use a vinegary sushi rice, pressed into box shaped pieces, or rolled tight with simple fresh ingredients. They have very few items to choose from, but they do them all well (kinda like in-n-out). I highly recommend their California roll, inari, and ebi. Don't forget, they're cash only and to call ahead! read more

Authentic Japanese sushi sold here for less than a $1 each!!!!! This place never disappoints! Fresh authentic Japanese sushi for less then $1 a piece , I can't believe a place like this exists. Friendly service and A+ quality food. Tips: call early and order your pick up in advance , cash only. read more

Sakae Sushi is a local gem, but the limited menu left me wanting more. Still, I had the feeling that their food is lovingly crafted. We'll definitely keep them in mind the next time we want something fresh and local. You won't find any weird gimmicks here, and the prices are very reasonable. Consider pre-ordering since they can sell-out. read more

Great sushi! For the California roll they put a lot of avocado and we love it !!! The way they pack the sushi boxes is really special. Overall this is a great place and we have been coming for over a year. read more

They have a limited menu but the way can't be beat for good old fashioned rolled sushi and Imari. They have norimaki, California (shrimp) roll, Saba, ebo, and tamagotchi sushi and Imari sushi. I tend to stick to the nori and Inari but it's all good. read more

If you like traditional family-style sushi, this is the place; it has been around forever, a historical long-standing local establishment. The quality and quantity are very reasonable for the price. But very few varieties to choose from its menu. Try it out. read more

Finally stopped by for a quick lunch. I was satisfied with the outcome. Like everyone said this is a no frills traditional sushi place. I will say this. If you are a ginger fan; there is already a small amount of ginger in the box. I love ginger so I ordered a small extra side but didn't realize there was already some in the box. Don't worry! I still at the extra side for .75 I asked for the 7 piece mix and didn't not have a chance to try the CA roll. I will go back and try that next time. The cash register is adorable! read more

This is a unique, fresh, basic sushi- got it introduced by a friend who has been a regular customer for many years. Very small, take out sushi read more

Sakae Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Gardena, California

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Hands down the BEST, FRESH California rolls I've ever tasted. Highly recommended! Make sure to place your phone order in advance. This place is very popular and sometimes runs out of rice for big orders. So, make sure to order in advance with a timely manner for big orders. read more

16 pieces mix sushi and 4 pieces of California roll for $16.55. This is a take-out only place. I ordered my sushi and waited only for 5 minutes for my freshly made sushi. There are plenty of magazines @ the waiting area in case you get bored. They wrapped the sushi box and it looked so pretty. They only have 6 types of sushi: Nori-maki: shiitake mushroom, spinach, kampyo, oboro, egg and seaweed. Inari: age (fried tofu). Ebi: cooked shrimp with sweet vinegar marinade. Saba:pickled atlantic mackerel. Tamago-maki: shiitake mushroom, egg, spinach, kampyo and oboro topped with sweet egg. California roll: Avocado, shrimp, roasted sesame seeds and seaweed. They weren't bad but I didn't care for them. The vinegary rice was good but it got too sweet after a while. 3 stars!! Sakae Sushi is kinda yummylicious!! read more

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Sakae Sushi is very tasty and reminiscent of how sushi from my younger days actually tasted like. Eye pleasing, artfully arranged, neatly wrapped, very tasty and satisfying; this is an authentic treat not to be missed. read more

Sakae Sushi - Sakae Sushi, very neatly and carefully wrapped. - Japanese Near Me - Gardena, California

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~~~Box Me Up Some Comfort Sushi, Please!~~~ During the holidays, I remember there would always be a box of sushi from Sakae Sushi at the table. To be honest, I didn't like the strong vinegary taste as a child. The only sushi I would touch from Sakae Sushi was the ebi. I use to make sure I got to the box before the rest of the children in our extended family. This family-owned business has been around since the early sixties. They are well-known for their inari (football shaped, fried tofu skin) sushi. I would say, for the most part, that the type of sushi here is known as oshi-zushi, block-shaped sushi. They've kept their menu very simple by offering a few selections of sushi and accept CASH ONLY. They only offer Take-Out with a few seats available while they prepare your order. Here's What They Offer: -Inari Sushi: (Age) Fried Tofu Skin wrapped around rice - Nori-Maki: Shiitake mushroom, spinach, kampyo , oboro, and egg, wrapped in seaweed - Tamago-Maki: Shiitake mushroom, spinach, egg, kampyo, and oboro topped with sweet egg - California Roll: Avocado, shrimp, and roasted sesame seeds, wrapped in seaweed - Ebi: Cooked shrimp with sweet vinegar marinade - Saba: Pickled Atlantic mackerel There's plenty of parking in their shared lot and also street parking. It's best to place your order ahead of time, especially during the holidays. If you're looking to impress your chickie-poo's family of Japanese descent...esp, the grannies, look no further. A box of sushi from Sakae Sushi will definitely up your scoreboard. I am a fan here! Happy Grubbing! read more

Sakae Sushi - Fancy wrapped up Sushi To-Go from Sakae Sushi! :) - Japanese Near Me - Gardena, California

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- Locale Destination - It's on W Redondo Beach Blvd and Denker Ave in Gardena. It's right next to "Spoon House" (Japanese pasta place). Across from the big shopping center, where "Marukai" is located. Ambiance: Very eclectic, very old school, classy atmosphere. Very small family run type cozy & warm place. I felt like tripping to my childhood, which is loooong time ago. I had one of those nearby my house. To-go only, so it's super small. Very skinny place has a table for Japanese magazines, and small window for order. Payment: Cash only. Service: Relatively quick. Everyone call ahead for order since the place is small, no place to eat and cut the wait time. Parking: It is sorta behind (on the right side of restaurant, but it's behind the establishments). You passed the store and you'll see the parking. Plenty. Menu: Very old school sushi. "Inari" (sweet rice sushi in deep fried tofu package), norimaki (sushi roll w vegetables. 'Nori' means seaweed, maki does "to roll" in Japanese), CA roll, 'tamago' roll (roll wrapped by sweet egg), oshi-zushi (molded & pushed sushi) like saba (mackerel) and ebi (shrimp). Since the items are very limited, you can mix & match them any amount you want in the box (under "Mix"), which is cool. You can see all the items with pictures on the menu, so it's easy to see what they have and how they look like. They'll charge you condiments (ginger, soy sauce etc.) for 15 cents or so. - Gluttony Expedition - They look very pretty. The box will definitely impress your friends and family. Saba (mackerel): The mackerel wasn't stinky (not good one tends to be stinky). The rice was very soft for this type of "oshi-zushi". Not bad. It's not as good as the one at "Kasen" in Fountain Valley, but this is more "homey" version. Ebi (shrimp): Shrimp was light and tender. The rice was soft for oshi-zushi. Inari: Rice was sweet but not as sweet as I used to. It shouldn't be too sweet but I prefer a little sweeter. But I'm from Tokyo, not from KANSAI (around Osaka areas). Maybe our side of "inari" might be a little sweeter than theirs. The rice was kinda harder side for 'inari'. I prefer a bit softer one. Nori maki: Very old school. Old people eat those in Japan. I'm surprised this is popular here in CA. "kanpyo" and some vegetables were stuffed. Very simple. OK. Tamago maki: Tamago was a bit sweet, which is normal for this. Nothing special. - Conqueror's Deduction - 3.5 stars for me - they are better than usual. Good quality, homey good, very inexpensive. I just don't crave for those food, but it's just my preference. I've grown up with those. I used to eat those when I was a kid all the time. So I prefer a little sweeter and tender rice for inari. It was good but a bit too light as "inari". read more

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Sakae Sushi is always clean and fresh. They have been in Gardena for a very very long time. Clean, affordable, fresh, friendly. I don't think you could beat this anywhere. read more

CASH ONLY! TAKE-OUT ONLY! AND YUMMY SUSHI! This small sushi joint is located across from Mitsuwa and their made to ordered sushi are scrumptious! The size of their sushi rolls are slighly larger than the portions served at traditional Japanese restaurants so keep that in mind when ordering. I was stuffed after about 12 pieces. The California roll and nori-maki sushi are my favorites here! You can order sushi by the box ranging from 7-36 pieces or sushi by the piece. They are open Tue-Sat from 9am-6pm and on Sunday from 9am to 5pm or until they sell out of sushi. Street parking only. read more

Sakae Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Gardena, California

Interesting of a find right next door to the popular reviewed place of "Spoon House". A genuine sushi take out joint that has a unique way of boxing up their sushi. A while back, I remembered reading Ken N.'s review about a place in West LA that has a place that serve sushi in a bento box. This place might actually match it, but kept it OG in terms of not changing its menu. Very tiny of a place that only have a lobby with two sofa seats and a take out counter when you walked inside to the place. A bunch of magazines and newspapers are for your disposable in case you have to wait for your order of sushi. They kept it very simple. As Young S. pointed out in that they only have six different type of sushi that you can mix and match (exception for the California roll). This is one of those things where they have price scale ranging from 7 pieces to 36 of pieces of sushi. You can also create your own sushi order with the following selections of : http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8nNXE2LwmJqlcedBkvJCDA?select=tRSyaNo9SWl12UvhF24Buw Nori Maki (shittake mushroom, spinach, kampyo, oboro, egg,and seaweed - the black ones with the seaweed on the bottom of the picture), Inari (tofu sushi - the ones on the top row), Saba (pickled mackerel sushi) and/or Ebi (shrimp sushi) for $0.70 per piece. For $0.80 per piece, you can get the California roll. For a nickle more at $0.85 a piece, you can get the Tamago-maki (it's like Nori make, but with sweet egg - the yellow one in the picture). They are put into a white box and wrapped like a gift like this http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8nNXE2LwmJqlcedBkvJCDA?select=SYih80f23neAzlbZcO3QYg . It's a very nice touch I have to admit. Almost like giving a gift or care package to someone for lunch or dinner. Most of the customers I take are someone that are looking for a fast food take out. Yes, they are very fast if you ordered quantities of less than 30. In all honestly, I calculated out on the cost per piece. It's not much of a difference if you ordered customized or from their preset box price. You'll see the menu price and understand what I mean. (for instance 7 piece of $0.70 is $4.90, but so is the preset box price for 7 pieces). The service is excellent and very polite. In a nice way, the staff members will never let a customer waiting without take an order. One would box the sushi while the other take the order. It's quick and painless. You will be out the door very fast if they are not much of a long line. They also suggest you call ahead if you are ordering hundred or more pieces of sushi. It's freshly made sushi that would be mistaken for restaurant qualities of higher grade sushi place. However this is a more than adequate fast take out place that are better quality than your average bento take out places. Give it a shot if you are looking for cheap delicious sushi without the big fuss at a sushi bar. read more

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Take the rating above x Avogadro's number (6.02x10^23) and you get Sakae Sushi! When you go to a strip club, the first thing you might notice are the beautiful ladies in their sexy lingerie strolling around. And once the show starts, wow! Well, that's what Sakae Sushi is like. When you received your sushi box, it is beautiful. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8nNXE2LwmJqlcedBkvJCDA?select=FjED6A9BkoJzHxB86gBGNg And after you opened it, wow! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8nNXE2LwmJqlcedBkvJCDA?select=JSckDOCBPXr7rCNKkIf0LQ Hands down my pants, the freshest and tastiest sushi stateside besides sushi bars. And wicked cheap by comparison! This family owned and operated establishment has been around since 1962 and is simple. Their menu is too: Just nori-maki (maki=roll), inari, ebi, saba, tamago-maki, and California roll. Menu here: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8nNXE2LwmJqlcedBkvJCDA?select=TMna4YQ9UNaE_RvgrghFmQ I recommend the 7-8 piece mixed sushi bento box for lunch. This was a better sushi bento box than the one I had in Japan on the Shinkansen! YUM!!! read more

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Authentic ***** Quality ****1/2 Flavor ****1/2 Presentation ***** PRICE ***** (.80 CENTS A PIECE!?) Ambiance (no dine-in / take-out only) Konnichiwa Sushi lovers!!! Sakae Sushi is a true a authentic sushi place as you would every find in the small seaside villages of Hokkaido. It is truly a 'Hole in the Wall' you must look for next to the barber. Though Sakae Sushi's fish will never compare to that freshness of a few sushi restaurants in the fishing village of Otaru a few kilometers from Sapporo, it will make anyone homesick for the village life of the friendliest people on Earth sigh. The photos on their profile do not do it justice. The sushi rice is perfectly cooked and seasoned OISHI! Try it! Jon Nae...Ma ta nae Chef Dom - "Always be True to the Cuisine" read more

Sakae Sushi - Every box is perfectly packed and tied with string - Japanese Near Me - Gardena, California

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Yum yum! Authentic sushi. Fresh sushi. Not the hippy dippy trendy kind, but the authentic Japanese kind. The sushi rice is sooooo good. The vinegar, the texture...it's the way sushi wa s meant to be. I also love that's it's a family business. Please be aware that it is a cash only establishment. Worth the ATM visit! read more

Old school take out sushi place has been there for years. Pretty good stuff to take to potluck. Very accessible sushi that everyone can enjoy. read more

Tried them all. My two favorite ones are Inari (tofu skin) and California Roll. The others are unique but I don't crave them as much as the Inari and CA roll. Inari: sweeter taste. How can a piece of tofu and rice be so good???? California roll: with real shrimp! their sushi rice is seasoned perfectly. You will find yourself wanting another and another just to figure out how the heck can a California roll be so good!! Wasabi and soy cost extra but you don't need it anyway because perfect food should not be messed around with. To order, tell them how many pieces you want of each. I'm a tiny 100 lb female and typically eat 8 pieces on my own but I could probably go for 10. Enjoy! read more

Don't be fooled by the location, the bento boxes are amazing. They have outstanding sushi an the rice is perfect. Best call your order in but if you walk up you won't have to wait long either. If you're in Gardena, CA stop on by an get some. You'll keep coming back for more, they been there for years. I'm hooked an loyal customer an so will you too read more

Have to review this place first, since I listed it as my last meal before I die. I have eaten this sushi since I was a kid in the '70s. Don't know how my mom found out about it (she's not Japanese), but it's been in our house since I can remember. Figures I'd introduce it to my kids. Very family friendly eats. That's my take on most of my reviews here for now. My son and daughter both will eat the futomaki by taking out each little piece by little piece and nibbling at it. For me, I totally love the Tamago (egg) maki and the Ebi (shrimp). Would kill for just those two items in every box. Usually I go with a 10 or 12 piece mix, for about $7.00, which has several futomaki, inari (the football, basic sushi), one of the mackerel, one of the shrimp, and one tamago. Prepare yourself...they don't always have the tamago, sometimes they run out, and usually it's because I drag myself there too late in the day, and can you blame them? They are tired. Also, they are not open Mondays, and always close at 6pm most every other day. Have forgotten that too when I've been craving them, and will drive up like, "Damn, I forgot it's Monday!" It's family run, and the same folks greet me and my kids when we go. I hope it lasts as long as it already has, it is a Gardena institution. read more

My favorite sushi stop. Reminds me of the sushi prepared by my family. People are always pleasant and courteous. Stop as often as I can. A bit far from my home. But worth the trip. read more

Yum! Just the right soft and chewy texture for their rice! Note - the rice is a bit on the vinegary side. The california roll consists of an imitation crab stick instead of being shredded and mixed with mayo. read more

Really good takeout sushi. However, not the typical sushi you'd find at a traditional sushi place. Don't go here and expect to order what you would elsewhere, because they'll look at you funny! Menu here: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8nNXE2LwmJqlcedBkvJCDA?select=TMna4YQ9UNaE_RvgrghFmQ My favorites are the California roll (made with shrimp) and the Saba (pickled Atlantic mackerel). Call in your order and tell them when you want to pick it up. Cash only. read more

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"Old School" and absolutely the best of down home sushi. I'll stop and stock up, whenever I'm in the vicinity!

This is the best sushi, and once you have it..no sushi you have after will compare. Maybe it's the care that they put into it, from the freshness of the rolls, to the wrapping of each box..it is that good. Totally reminds me of Hawaii, and homemade sushi at family parties by your favorite Aunty that you love so much!. California roll, futomaki, and inari are my favorites, and of course the rice, which has the most amazing seasoning that nothing compares to. Cash only and call ahead and you will be happy you did. read more

I couldn't figure out how a take-out sushi joint could rack up 4.5 stars on the yelp, but then the girl picked some up and my mind kind of changed. They package the orders in very nice gift boxes, kind of like something you'd see for fine truffles. Inside was a nice mix of some fired tofu, cooked sweet shrimp, saba, and some rolls with mushrooms and other veggies. All of it was pretty good, for take-out. When I started to complain about the lackluster portions on the nigiri sushi, I was scolded and put in my place by the girl. She then told me it wasn't nigiri at all but was in fact Oshi-Zushi. You can learn too by reading her much more thorough review. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8nNXE2LwmJqlcedBkvJCDA?select=wGuVH7Ar56s5-uQ2vLhUpA I ate half the box and was content. Sure I could have eaten the whole thing in under a minute but I was being nice. I won't give five stars because I'm hoping there is better take out sushi than this in LA. read more

Sakae Sushi - 14pc for $9.95 - Japanese Near Me - Gardena, California

Absolutely the best sushi around. I've been coming here for nearly 50 years. The staff is always super friendly.

My montra has always been, I would rather have 10 restaurants that do 1 thing with vision and passion that 1 restaurant with 10 mediocre dishes.... Sakae does what it does, it does it unapologetically true to itself. If you don't like what they do... you dont go... if you do, you line up with the other japanese grandparents, with great anticipation for your wonderful box of rolls, wrapped carefully, and deliberately with love. Do not expect Urasawa... Opened by Tani family since 1962, This cash only take out counter deserves a spot in the broad history of Los Angeles dining - It has been quietly making its wonderful pickled mackerel, ebi and an iniri. I don't care whether I am hungry or not - if I am in thes end of town I will stop at this walk in shop and enjoy a box of their special sushi on my way home (or save it for my family if they are lucky!!!). They open early so you can pick up a box before most sushi chefs even wake up from their sake hangovers! Great for party catering, great for kid friendly take out, great for everyday chomping!!! read more

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I like sushi served @ Sakae. Is it Perfect? No. Are there menu choices? No. When I opened the box; the sushi really doesn't look spectacular. But upon easting each piece; the flavor is very good. I would say the reason is the compositions of the ingredients. Together the layer of flavor is very deep. Maybe the rice can be less sticky. but overall, it is a great place for a cheap GOOD meal. read more

I love this place! Honestly, their sushi took me by surprise at first because I am used to "mainstream" sushi but soon after, I started craving for the flavors of their sushi that NO OTHER PLACE can duplicate. I will continue to support this business, even if I have to drive for an hour because I never want Sakae Sushi to disappear, like many small Japanese restaurants in the area. read more

Best sushi in town! Also can customize your box so it's nice if you only need certain pieces

4.75 easily!! WOW!! I must admit that I have driven, walked, ridden by this place for a long time and never went in until today. For $10.10 you get 14 pieces of fresh sushi that is very tasty. The outside looks a bit run down, but then you don't come here to be seen, you come here to eat good sushi that is served fresh and to be eaten in the comfort of your home. The only problem I have with sushi is that the bliss is usually not that lengthy... Thank God for seconds and living close!! read more

Just moved to the area and I'm a fiend for good sushi, so I have been searching for a go-to spot & I think I found it here. This sushi is where is at. The review were true, the sticky rice is good and flavorful- didn't even use much of my sauce or wasabi! I got the (no shrimp) California option & the Nori-Maki, both uber dank. This place is cool because it doesn't have a long, fancy menu. They got an OG, foundational menu. There's a difference between basic and classic; this spot is definitely the latter! Most definitely will be back. read more

Awesome take out sushi spot! When I'm in the South Bay, I'm always on the look out for take out options because I'm a sad excuse of a cook and would prefer not to subject bf to it. You come to Sakae Sushi for authentic vinegary sushi rice, don't come here because you want to feast on raw fish. We shared the 16 piece mix + 7 cali roll order ($20.40 total). The 16 piece mix consists of 5 inari, 6 nori-maki, 2 saba, 1 tamago-maki, and 2 ebi. Obviously if you want to make sure you have at 2 of each item, you have to go up in mix pieces. My favorites were the nori-maki, saba and cali rolls. I loved that their cali roll used real shrimp! I thought the stand-alone ebi was kinda meh because they are pretty skimpy with the shrimp topping. You can make your own mix box with a la carte piece price. - strictly take out place - call ahead for faster service (order early for holidays!) - cash only - easy parking: street or small lot in the back - located next to Spoon House read more

Yes, yes, and yes!! This sushi was the greatest! The rice and seaweed consistency was wonderful.. It had the best flavor and needed no sauce I can't say which was my favorite because they all were delicious.. They were so nice..I will definitely be back.. read more

Sakae Sushi - Do delicious mix box.. - Japanese Near Me - Gardena, California