Frida I.

Parking is ehhh Service 5/5 We made reservations for 2 for 3:30. We got there early around 2:30 and they sat us which was amazing. I would come back for several items * the red snapper & yellow tail nigiri * The A5 Wagyu * the crispy rice (I like the portion size) * maguro monaka * tuna taku My partner liked * the seared salmon * chili yellow tail. The place is cute very traditional. I recommend it you're in the area. Definitely worth the stop.

Vu T.

This is probably my favorite sushi place in Silver Lake so far! Honestly no critique :) if I had one or two, our server could be a little more attentive, and the sushi rice could be less vinegary. It's such a nice and cute place to dine whether it's during the day or at night, and their seafood is exquisite. Their Hikari-don is to die for! A must order if you like Chirashi-don. Every bite is perfection. Their hand rolls are fun and super crisp! I also love they have Japanese draft beer as well.

Sayan B.

This place is so worth the hype! Everything we had was absolutely delicious and left us wanting more. The portion sizes of the shareable plates is good to share with ~2 people, if you have a larger group I recommend ordering multiple of some of the smaller dishes and getting some handrolls as well. My favorites were the chirashi bowl, the miso clam chowder, and the banh mi handroll! I ordered 3 of the handrolls - Sonmari has some very imaginative and unique flavors for these so don't be afraid to try some of their special rolls! Servers were very attentive and helpful when asking about the menu and portion sizes. I will definitely be coming back to try some more of the dishes and recommending this place to others too!

Leeana S.

Where do I even begin.. sonmari is one of the best restaurants I've eaten at in a while. The fish was so fresh and good quality and everything we ordered was delicious. I ordered the spicy tuna crispy rice which came with 4 good sized pieces. I also got the uni toast which I think it only a limited time menu item but I wish it was permanent. I haven't stopped thinking about the uni toast all week- it was so smooth and a generous serving of uni. Also got the hikari-don which was pretty good size I feel like u could split with 2 people. It has tuna, ikura , uni and sweet shrimp So so good. I can't wait to come back

Amy L.

What we got: 1. Hikaridon: 10/10 so worth it. The bowl was so large and FULL of fresh fish, amaebi and different types of uni. If you could only order one thing I would recommend this. 2. Miso clam soup: 9/10 Another hit. They perfectly combined the taste of miso soup and clam chowder together. This was a great palate cleanser too. 3. Yellowtail hand roll: 7/10 This was a very sizeable handroll but honestly didn't compare to the hikaridon with the seaweed wrap on the side 4. Oysters: fresh !! Servers were great and the vibes were also very nice. I made a reservation so didn't have to wait and the space is small so I would recommend doing so if you can.

Marshay D.

Ok my friends told me about Sonmari and I'm happy I tried it this past Sunday!! The food was very good and my glass of wine. I had the soar salmon rolls and blue tuna without rice. (Kito friendly) I also adore the patron gets to put the roll into seaweed wraps, which is unique!! It was very good and 5/5 for me. Their sushi is very fresh and tasty! The ambiance is cute but it's not too big inside . Very modern and nice decor inside. Also, they have a good menu with food and drinks. This place is quite expensive in my mind!! Our bill was pretty pricy once the tab came. I will come back here to try ! 5/5 for md and great customer service! Someone checked on us the entire time! Love that! ~Marshay D.

Janine K.

I would give this place way more than just 5 stars because this was easily one of the most unique and interactive hand roll experiences we've ever been to in LA! This place is pure wow factor from start to finish and we genuinely can't get over how good every single dish was!! The open faced hand roll concept is genius because the stick that holds the sushi keeps the nori crispy. We tried a wide variety of their handrolls from salmon, blue crab, yellowtail, okonomiyaki, banh mi, sae woo jang, and scallop. Not only do they have such a wide variety, but each were all uniquely and beautifully presented. Everything tasted so fresh and the flavors in each were perfectly balanced! Although all the handrolls were amazing, the hikari don is definitely a must order on your visit here! It was so addicting and even though we were already full we still couldn't stop going back for more. It's one of those dishes you keep thinking about even after you leave and easily worth every single penny. We also tried a variety of appetizers, which was a nice change in texture. The uni toast had a generous amount of uni that was so buttery! The bibim soba noodles were light and refreshing and such a good contrast to the richness of everything else. It's so so rare nowadays to come across a restaurant thats unique and hits every mark of being perfect! Every single dish was handcrafted intentionally and the service was amazing! The ambiance and interior is clean and modern and tastefully designed making it perfect for both special occasions and casual nights out.

Mickey T.

NOTE: Dined in on 4/9/26. Can be tough to find parking around this area, but we got lucky with a spot nearby. When I heard that the team behind Temaki Society was opening up a dedicated non-shared space restaurant, I was ecstatic. They make some of the best handrolls you can find ANYWHERE (especially the seared salmon) and this expanded space allows them to also flex an expanded menu! They took over the former Omakase by Osen space and it is largely unchanged. While it's a busy stretch of Sunset, it's actually reasonably quiet inside and if you sit in the patio area, they can choose to either open it up for some semi-al fresco dining or keep in closed depending on the weather. Going to apologize that I didn't take photos of the seared salmon handroll nor did I take photos of the spicy tuna crispy rice, but I'll touch upon them briefly in the written review: Seared salmon handroll - Unfortunately, not as good as the version at Temaki Society. I feel like the chili crunch flavor is muted and the sear on our handroll was insufficient (maybe just a little off this time). Ideally, you want to be able to taste the slight garlicky spice from the chili crunch and enjoy the difference in texture. And you want the salmon to melt in your mouth by being seared just enough, but it was still almost completely raw. Would definitely help if I had taken a photo to showcase what I mean. Spicy tuna crispy rice - A fairly standard interpretation of this dish, but prepared super well. Checks all the boxes with spicy tuna, avocado, a slice of jalapeno, a little bit of sauce underneath, with rice cooked perfectly, and it was still hot. It's rather large and the price reflects that for the two big pieces you get. They're pretty much the same size as a handroll each. Really appreciate how good the rice was and how it didn't gum up in my teeth. Okonomiyaki shrimp - panko fried shrimp, okonomi sauce, and bonito flakes. This tastes exactly like you would expect! I don't think there's too much to say about it. It's crunchy, the sauce + mayo mixture complements the batter + plump shrimp well. Hambagu - While this was good, I think it's a little much to be charging more for this than the seared salmon handroll, for 3 bites of hamburger, caramelized onions, cucumber, and thousand island on top of rice and nori. I probably wouldn't order it again. Hikari-don - while expensive, this has tuna (seemed like chutoro aka medium fatty bluefin tuna), takuan, ikura, sweet shrimp, and uni and comes with nori on the side for you to make your own little handrolls. You can even ask for more nori if you run out (we did). The rice is perfect, just like the rice from the handrolls, and all the ingredients work well together. Really rich and decadent if you throw in bits of the tuna and uni together. Easily the best item here, but you're paying a premium for it! Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Sonmari and I'd come back to try other items, but I can't say I was pleased with everything I tried... mostly due to the value proposition. Some of the items are quite expensive for what they are. Still highly recommend giving it a shot, but maybe stick to going to Temaki Society if you're looking for the best version of the seared salmon handroll.

Jonathan C.

There's a pretty good reason why this place is rated so highly. Came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch with no wait and then also Sunday evening with reservations. Everything was tasting so fresh and of high quality. As a first timer, I would recommend going for the Lunch special (sonmari set) as it provides all the basics that you would want to try at a good price point. Then once you come for lunch, go for dinner as the menu expands and there even more offerings. Highly recommend the hikari-don as there is a decent amount of good quality fish in it plus the carbs which provides a balance to the fatty fish and a satisfying bite. After trying all the sonmaris, all are great though if I had to choose my least favorite, it would be the Bahn-mi. The pairing wasn't as much too my liking especially when compared to the other offerings. Overall, the head chef has trained at Michelin starred restaurants along with a great team. They provide an excellent dining experience and an outstanding take on handrolls ensuring thst each piece of seaweed is crisp and that the fish is tasty. For a small menu and quick to go experience, Temaki Society in DTLA is a great option but for the full on experience, I would recommend Sonmari. Definitely would recommend this place.

Scott J.

5 stars for our first visit which was lunch, 4 stars for our second visit which was dinner. The service upon our first visit was excellent, second visit was a bit amateur. No knowledge of the sakes they served, and overall a bit sloppy and inattentive. We also preferred the food items that we tried during lunch. Hand rolls are all solid. Favorites were the seared salmon and the hambagu, both 5 stars. The crispy rice spice tuna was also solid and tasty. Miso clam chowder was really good, 4 stars. The GAMJA-JEON (which is like a little potato pancake) was beautifully presented but lacked a bit of flavor, 3 stars. Ambiance is beautiful, I definitely prefer eating inside at a table or by the sushi bar. I feel like since this spot is new the service will be more consistent but you just can't beat these fun hand rolls here and I'll definitely be back.

Charlene C.

Let me start off by saying that I fell in love with the handrolls from Temaki Society, so when I found out they opened a legit restaurant.. I was floored to say that least! Only bummer is that it is in Echo Park which means parking is not the easiest (and honestly the only reason why it took me so long to finally dine here). There is a valet lot ($15-20) across the street so that helped with our lunch dining experience. We were seated at the bar and it was awesome to watch all the action unfold. We started with the Yuzu sake (AMAZING) and a glass of the German Sparkling wine (Hild) both of which were super refreshing! Highly recommend. We ordered: Uni Toast - Super yummy and what you would expect, though the cream sauce was to die for. Red Snapper Sashimi - Super fresh and delish Temaki Mori (Lunch Combo) - Relived my yummy Temaki Society days Sonmari Set (Lunch Combo) - So tasty The service was wonderful and the staff was so accommodating when we accidentally spilled our complimentary miso soup. Special shout out to the Chef/Owner who was so kind and hospitable. He gave us complimentary Banh Mi hand rolls (his favorite) and Yuzu sorbet. While this roll didn't taste like a Banh Mi to me, it was super delish and fresh. I will definitely order it the next time I visit! Lastly, the yuzu sorbet was so refreshing and the perfect ending to the meal. So grateful I finally got to visit and happy they have an expanded the menu with a beautiful restaurant.

Ann L.

Known for their SONMARI, DIY way, which I find is preferred over the original way of serving already wrapped and brought out to the table. Each hand roll is served on a thin wooden spatula and side of crisp seaweed sheet to wrap it yourself at the table. Very easy to do-place the seaweed in your left hand. Then place the spatula on the seaweed. Gently roll the sides of the seaweed around the spatula creating a boat. Then pinch the sides (the sushi rice body) as you pull the spatula out leaving the rice and sushi on the seaweed. This keeps the seaweed crisp and crunchy until ready to eat. I absolutely love this ! Tried five different rolls, and the Banh-Mi, chili yellowtail and CUT were my favorites -Banh-Mi: albacore with Serrano, cilantro, garlic and ponzu - Chili Yellowtail: yellowtail with Serrano, cilantro, and ponzu - CUT: tuna, uni, and cavier. The Italian sub of the sushi world - Seared salmon: simple seared salmon with light smoky flavor - Bluefin tuna: tasted like a tuna salad with avocado. My least favorite. Would skip this one next time. Also ordered the limited Uni toast which is served on a light toast and poached egg yolk with four generous servings of Uni and chive. Good m, but honestly would probably order another CUT SONMARI instead next time. Great place for lunch and light dinner. Coming back again for sure.

AJ B.

I love their food very fulfilling. Its a small place but also has an outdoor option i believe. People were nice and helpful. Def would reccomend and come back here again if near the area.