The best sushi I've had in Long Beach, and possibly the states. Their fish is so fresh, tasty, and presented beautifully. So many places for sushi in Long Beach, and this is absolutely a MUST to try. Don't sleep on it! read more

Food Spicy miso tempura soup - 4.4/5 Salmon skin salad - Underseasoned but good. 4/5. Yuzu salmon roll - An excellent roll. Fresh and flavorful sauce. 4.6/5 Yellowtail nigiri - Solid but not amazing. 4.3/5 Miso cod nigiri - 4.4/5 Toro nigiri with fresh wasabi - Easily the best. 4.7/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance 4/5 Not as good as Homareya or Bluebird but solid. Parking sucks ass. read more

Was in Long Beach for the night and this restaurant was in walking distance to my hotel. It had good reviews so I thought I'd give it a try. I was the only patron at around 6 pm on a Wednesday night. The server was fantastic; attentive and very friendly, but the food was mediocre. The Edamame was mushy and the Tempura was so so and also mushy. Both seemed overcooked. I ordered a variety of Nigiri Sushi which was adequate but very average at best. Nowhere near the 4.7 starts this place was rated. I will say the Toro Maguro was good but the rest of it was average. read more

Ooof... Had a Saturday afternoon to myself at home so decided to take a walk down to Alamitos Beach to see the ocean. Was craving sushi this day and decided to stop into Sushi Beluga for the first time. Great reviews on the quality of their fish. A bit expensive, but wanted to try what the chef would recommend, hoping that it wasn't too busy, so could strike up a conversation and learn some things. I stopped in about 5 minutes after their posted start time (12:15), and there were already two tables seated at the outdoor patio, so a good sign. The single server was busy servicing one of the tables. So I walked by her, going inside. It was empty inside, except for the sushi chef who was busy working. Asked him, if I could sit at the bar and he said sure: "Anywhere you like". So I sat at the bar spot closest to the wall, not wanting to hog up too much space. All the place settings had been set for each spot, and there were paper take-out pamphlets that doubled as menus, so studied that for a bit. Soon the efficient waitress came back, noticed where I was sitting and promptly brought ice water without a word and left. I kept studying the menu. She came from behind with an 'excuse me', and proceeded to stuff more paper menus into the slot to my left (filling it up), making me move. OK, so I must have sat in a bad spot (no reason to fill up a slot that already had menus, especially when she seemed busy). So I moved one spot over. The waitress had come back from outside passing by, and I let her know I had a question. Without missing a beat, she gave a quick 'Just a minute', and right back into the kitchen. She came out a bit later with drinks for the table outside, right by me without a word. At this point, I addressed the chef right in front of me, to ask him what he recommended (just to see if he spoke). He was straight to the point, saying the king salmon, spanish mackerel, yellowtail, and seabream. So I knew I wasn't going to get any detailed conversation, but told him I've never had seabream before (to be honest, I didn't even know it was a fish). He said it was mild fish, similar to amberjack. So that helped. He then asked/told me "You don't like salmon". Thinking back, maybe he wasn't asking a question, but I took it as an opportunity to discuss, so told him I much prefer tuna, and asked him. He mentioned he had toro and bluefin, so I asked him the market price for the toro, which he knew (too high for me). Then I waited for the waitress. She came back and asked if I had made up my mind, never acknowledging that I had asked a question before. So I placed my order and she left. As she passed again, I said 'Hi' with a raised hand , but she didn't hear it. I was irritated and said loudly, "Hello!' as she went to the kitchen. This time, she came back out. I asked to add a bowl of white rice, and her response was 'You want it, NOW?'. "No, with my food, please". It was clear the chef was just ignoring what was going on. So I stewed and thought about just standing up and leaving (glad I didn't). Instead, I moved myself to a table inside facing a window, so I could at least have something to look out at while waiting. Nobody said anything. Each of them had a job to do, and woe to the customer if not understanding who does what. The waitress was efficient, keeping my water filled, and bringing out each dish immediately as the chef finished, telling me what it was. And I have to admit, the dishes were marvelous. It came in this order. Amberjack Crudo ($22) - loved this. It was 6 pieces of buttery hamachi, dressed in a ponzu sauce, with crunchy flakes on top. Would have loved to know more about this, but as the menu didn't describe, who else would I have asked? Octopus Karaage ($9.99) - so much better for me than takoyaki, mostly tenacle with a light batter, well deep-fried. Really enjoyed it. Bluefin Tuna ($9.99) - didn't look as pretty as others and looked a bit old, but it tasted fine, with no sinew. The two nigiri pieces had a very generous amount. Steam Rice ($2.50) - wish it had come at the beginning, before the crudo. Spanish Mackerel ($10) - two nigiri pieces and it was a revelation. Neatly made and dressed, it still had the distinct flavor of mackerel but was a lot more buttery than any other version I've ever had. Don't think I can go back to the cheaper cuts often served for sushi specials at other places. Seabream ($10) - two nigiri, first time and won't be last. It's a great sushi fish, mild and smooth. Was the one time when the waitress advised, "don't dip in soy sauce, it's already dressed". I kept my interaction minimal at this point, no acknowledgement unless directly asked a question, moving my empty plate to the end when done, and presenting my credit card when I wanted to pay. I don't mind minimalistic service when the food is this good, but the service (of both) was really, really poor. read more

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Sushi Beluga is easily my favorite sushi bar in DTLB. Named after beluga caviar, they carry a variety of fresh fish that you won't find at basic sushi spots. Their shipments usually come in on Wednesdays and Saturdays so you'll get the best pickings on those days. I typically come in on Sunday evenings and have been lucky to get some live amaebi (sweet shrimp), fresh sea bream, halibut with truffle and caviar, yellowtail belly, shima Aji (striped jack) and toro (really fatty tuna). They're also known for their seared Aburi Miso Cod, which melts in your mouth with umami flavors. They also carry uni, giant clam and ankimo but sell out fast. Everything I've tasted has been incredibly fresh and satisfying. From the kitchen, I really like the al dente edamame with added spicy garlic crunch, their take on Agedashi tofu with spicy red radish and fried onion, baked green mussels and seafood tempura. The agedashi tofu and tempura were executed well, crispy and love the added shiso leaf and umeboshi paste to add flavor to the fish tempura. The sushi chef, Kay, and staff are so attentive and nice. Everything came out quickly and empty plates were cleared promptly too. The sushi bar seats about 8 people (my preference) while there are about 6 small tables. Metered street parking can be tough in this area. Kay said the original Manhattan Beach location is better in terms of space and recognition. I will try to keep Sushi Beluga here with my support! read more

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Sushi Beluga is quite unassuming, yet one of the best sushi places in all of Long Beach. Their fish is definitely higher quality than the majority of sushi restaurants you'll encounter. I've had a wide range of their sushi rolls and nigiri, and they've all been amazing. Some standouts: Salmon Sample, Aburi Miso Salmon, Toro, Salmon Lemon Roll, and Yuzu Roll. My favorite appetizer is the Agedashi Tofu. The flavors are insane! They also have a "bento box" type of option where you can choose two or three items for a great price. This is a great option for non-sushi eaters and sushi eaters alike because the options include chicken teriyaki, chicken katsu, tempura, and several roll options. Service is usually pretty good. They have some outdoor seating available in front of the restaurant, which is lovely during good weather. A great place for a solo dinner, date, or a friend/family dinner. read more

Still one of my top favorite sushispots. I drive down from Koreatown just to eat here! It's THAT good! Every roll just has their unique flavor and you can taste the quality in each bite~ Today I ordered the Cajun Tuna Aburi Roll. 10/10. I ate that roll so fast! I had to stop myself after the fourth piece to remind myself to slow down, enjoy and savor it! The sauce is almost like a spicy mayo, lighter and flavorful, not too spicy at all. I also ordered the Sauteed Snow Crab Basil Garlic Roll. Personally 10/10, if you love snow crab. The gobo adds a refreshing crunch in each bite. Last but not least, the Aburi Engawa and Aburi Miso Salmon. The engawa today was a little on the tougher side than I remember, but it was still delicious! Might have needed some extra searing to soften it more. Regardless still a 10/10 ! And you guessed it, 10/10 for aburi miso salmon. Sushi Beluga really has THE best miso sauce. No place compares! The service was swift & attentive. The server and chef checked to make sure I was doing alright. If I had more room in my stomach I would have ordered more!! Ambiance: I came in around 3pm (Thursday) and it was pretty quiet in there. Granted I was the only one in! I got to enjoy sitting at the bar which made it easier to order with the chef. Highly recommend this place! Parking is tough, but its definitely worth finding it where you can and taking a nice stroll to grab food here and then go to the beach. read more

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Super yummy option near the beach! Food Ordered Baked Green Mussels: delicious and creamy. I loved the flavor profile. This was recommended by the staff. I would order again. Salmon Lemon Roll: The salmon was fresh and the roll well balanced. The ginger sauce was enjoyable and not too heavy. Shima Aji and Seabream: These were recommended by the sushi chef and they were very good cuts of fish. Both were fresh and had a good firm texture. Service: Staff was very friendly and made great suggestions based on my preferences! Ambiance: Cute little small spot with plenty of daylight from the windows: There's a sushi bar section in addition to the tables. Overall: I would eat here again! read more

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What an under rated sushi spot. It was sooo good. The service was fast and the server was super nice and attentive. The restroom were clean. The nigiri rolls were like buttery they were so good and fresh ! The baked mussels were out of this world so different than I've ever tried in any location. Usually every baked mussels taste the same, but this one had avocados in it I believe. Just so different and so delicious. Overall, a great place ! I went here twice in a span of three days. So I'm definitely a fan ! read more

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Being raised in the South Bay area only a few miles from here, I have been spoiled with spots like this with fast Japanese cuisine. So that's some context for my review. I came in alone just to treat myself to a chirashi after a hard day of work. They are generous with the size of the sliced fish but for this price point, the bowl had a bit too much empty space. Not enough variety of fish or not enough rice-- not sure. The quality of the rice is mid which changes the taste of the entire bowl. The chef is nice enough, checked in on me. In a pinch, if you're craving sushi in Dtlb, this is fine but it may not satisfy a craving for good sashimi. read more

Great local sushi spot. Clean modern cozy inside. Their sushi is delicious . Everything melts in your mouth and the flavors are unbelievable. The service is friendly and prompt. No complaints here! Sushi beluga is a gem! read more

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Food: A-. I think this food is the best sushi spot I've been in in the LBC over the place that requires reservations or the Sushi Mafia (which we do like for quick sushi). Here you have really good sushi without the "do you have reservation?" Service: C. Short-staffed in my fiancé's opinion however I beg to differ. There's only three other parties in here so no need for a ton of staff. The sushi maker is attentive, more so the problem is they don't have two of the items on the menu we ask for which makes you wonder how many other items they don't have: black cod and Sapporo on tap - Nadda. Ambiance: B. Right in the center of the city so location-location-location. Inside, you can walk right in to the sushi bar which we like. The place is lit beautifully with plenty of artificial botanicals which still gives you that healthy feel. Music is popular pop - really nice for a Wednesday night. read more

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I absolutely LOVE the sushi here. Top favorite spot in coastal Long Beach between all the downtown and 2nd street options. Their fatty tuna MELTS in your mouth and this is the spot I bring friends who visit from Santa Monica and Culver. The inside is what is is (it meets the bar of 'cute' and 'fine') but the quality and preparation of ingredients is where Sushi Beluga shines! If you're looking for a new frequent spot or even a yummy spot to celebrate an achievement, consider here! Note that parking and the location are not the best and there's no valet so good luck! Suffer like a local (lol). read more

This hidden gem has great quality sushi. It was my first time here, great service and ambiance. The chef Ken made great Susie plates for us and I highly recommend the place. read more

The spicy edamame at Sushi Beluga is delicious, so are the California rolls And all of the other sushi at sushi Beluga.

Sushi Beluga is is a very cozy spot in Downtown Long Beach and one of the best in the area. They really focus first on the quality and freshness of the fish, and the preparation shows it. They have two sushi chefs, Kay and Jeff who are both great and kind. If you have kids be sure to ask for any roll with a "Kids Cut"; which is cut in half width-wise for smaller bites, while maintaining the same ingredient ratios, plus they get more pieces! Kay knows us so well that he will have a California Roll with Soy Paper kids cut for my son right after we walk in. My favorite item is the live scallop which is usually only available on weekends. An order comes with both a scallop sashimi and a dynamite (mayo sauce) style. They have a large selection of different tempuras that you can order two pieces at a time and are made fresh to order. The tempura batter is light, delicate, and always crispy, and the tempura sauce is a flavorful clear broth that's served hot, something I've never seen anywhere else. They also have a rotating daily selection which features their freshest catches of the day like Sea Bream, Uni, and other higher end stuff. They also have many appetizers and the usual cooked items like teriyaki chicken and steak. I would recommend this place to anyone who really appreciates fresh fish that's artfully prepared. Parking is a little difficult as they don't have their own lot and you have to find street parking. If you see Kay, be sure to tell him Paul sent you! read more

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I come here because of K. I eat his sushi at least twice a month, and somehow it gets better every time. His sushi is made with love, and you can taste it. read more

Best sushi in Long Beach from their miso soup to their crispy tuna, aburi miso cod, yuzu roll I mean literally anything I've had here has been exquisite one of the freshest fish I've had in any sushi restaurant don't forget to order their black snapper whether it be sashimi or sushi you can't go wrong and if you're looking for a great deal go for their assorted sushi or assorted sashimi plates which come with a nice and filling combo as well as ordering "choose 2 or 3 items option". Staff is the best in the business very friendly always with a smile on their face and always open for a nice little chat. Love this place ! read more

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super friendly staff and a great deal. we both got one of the combos, 8 pieces of nigiri that were good sized and a small cut roll. They took over the space from the old poki cat, which i miss. the green wall remains. read more

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Amazing service, very quick. A great place for lunch on a work day. Loved the Yuzu Roll and shishito peppers. Finished off with a Miso Soup. *chefs kiss* read more

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I was suprised that this sushi place was right next to the new condos on the corner of Ocean and Alamitos. I am glad I found it. You will need to find street parking, mostly off Ocean. They have nice vibrant decor inside and is very clean place. I do feel a Japanese atmosphere in here, and I always like to be transported somewhere during my meals. The waiters greet you promptly and you can pick where you want to sit. They have an extensive menu. The have different kinds of tempura like shrimp, vegetables, and my favorite is white fish with basil tempura. the white fish is a very delicate flavor, and I never had it before until this place. They also have miso soups. The sushi is diverse and there is something there to satisfy your cravings. Always with a side of wasabi and pickled ginger. The platings are always well decorated with sauces. They also serve Sapporo and hot sake which I love to have with my sushi. I usually ask for waters and they bring with ice and a smile. The prices are really good for the excellent quality of food. The service is great. The sushi and the environment really makes me happy when I visit. Worth checking out and putting on your list of places to visit. read more

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I've been saying that there is no great quality sushi in DT Long Beach for years now and I can finally no longer claim it. Sushi Beluga's produce quality and sushi cuts are what one would expect when eating in Japan. They have an extensive menu selection -- I've tried variety of their appetizers, rolls, hand rolls, sashimi, all great!. Many items come the traditional miso soup and ginger dressing salad. I'm partial to their nigiri, and my favorite is the Omakase option, entrusting the Chef to create the selection. The staff is exceptional, always very welcoming, friendly, and attentive. The place is very cozy, with corner-shaped sushi bar and tables both inside and outside. It's just far enough from Ocean Blvd that you don't get all the street noise when seated outside and the patio is dog friendly. This is the most underrated restaurant in DTLBC, highly recommend!!! read more

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Such a solid little sushi spot in Long Beach! Scored a last-minute rez and they totally squeezed us in, super chill about it. It's kinda tucked away and parking's a pain, but worth it once you're inside. Nigiri was way better than rolls here imo--especially the scorched sushi with yuzu kosho (so good). Tempura and agedashi tofu were fine, but we enjoyed the aburi miso salmon sushi the most. Service was attentive and friendly, too. Prices were reasonable. read more

STEPH JUDGEMENT: Good sushi and service in a casual, comfortable environment. A friend suggested this place for dinner since it was within walking distance from her hotel. I hadn't been here since it changed over from Poke Cat, but it looked nice enough. It was surprisingly not too crowded on a Saturday evening, and our party of three was able to get seated right away. We decided to share the #802, which is a party platter for 3 people--$145, as of this writing. You get nigiri tuna, salmon, white fish, albacore, aburi salmon, yellowtail, shrimp, Uni, spicy tuna, salmon roe, rainbow roll, and SPA roll. It's a great deal--turned out to be a lot of food. The fish was nice and fresh, even the Uni, but the rice was a bit too cool and hard. We also got a large beer and hot tea. Service was friendly and prompt, and we had a very nice time. Probably the nicest sushi place I've been to in the downtown area. read more

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Coming from the Midwest, enjoying sushi in Southern California is heavenly experience. The grade of sushi particularly here is exceptional, with generous portion of sashimi. Luckily we came on a quiet mid week afternoon, so we got a a table very easily and was walking distance (2 blocks from my hotel). Prices were very reasonable and the staff was prompt. My highlights were the salmon sampler (5 pieces of salmon made into oral art. Just a luxurious experience. Based on Yelp reviews I also got the yuzu roll (thanks Yelp). It was an amazing amalgamation of spicy, citrus, pepper, cilantro and seafood. I was in heaven. This place made my week! I'm still thinking about the salmon ! read more

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Foods are great, customer service is excellent. Small and cozy place. Definitely will be back again. read more

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Great sushi options and pricing !! I ordered shrimp tempura, Sautéed snow crab Basil garlic roll and Sayuri Nigori sake. I have been in the hunt for a sushi place that is walkable downtown and so glad I found this place . Service was excellent place is clean and has a great ambiance. Definitely will be returning. read more

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Visited on a weeknight, the restaurant is small and intimate. Parking was difficult, we circled the area numerous times before we found one and walked over. There was only 1 waitstaff on the floor but she was attentive and took our order pretty quickly. There are a variety of sushi selections and appetizers. I was most excited for their aburi sushis. For starters we got the gyozas and crispy rice w/ spicy tuna. The gyozas were tasty but tiny and the crispy rice tasted overcooked. We really enjoyed the mixed crudo and thought they were pretty generous with the cuts of fish. We ordered #703 platter to try all 3 of their aburi selections, but I think we could probably have ordered 1 aburi yellowtail and 1 miso salmon so we can try other sushi. I thought the honey miso glaze was a perfect pairing to the smoky taste. The aburi toro and negi toro hand roll were both excellent. Overall, the sushi were all tasty and would definitely recommend! read more

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A hidden gem! Dined here a few times and the food is always fresh and consistent. Parking is limited but we were able to find street parking pretty quickly. Ambiance is cozy and intimate, great for a date night or dining with friends. Service is always attentive and friendly, we've had great experiences every time we dined. Some of my favorites: - yellowtail crudo: super fresh, comes dressed with sauce and topped with something crunchy. Delicious! - salmon crudo: same dressing and topping as the yellowtail crudo, but I prefer yellowtail more ! - nigiri: all of their fish tasted very fresh but some of my favorites that we've tried are yellowtail belly, aburi miso salmon, toro and salmon belly - baked green mussels: so good, it comes baked with enoki mushrooms and topped with avocado. It's a nice touch of toppings, other restaurants usually just bake it in the sauce. I would definitely return and recommend to my friends to dine here. read more

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Sushi Beluga--hands down the best sushi I've ever had. Chef Kay is a master; the yellowtail carpaccio is delicate and full of flavor, and the albacore melts in your mouth. Nova greets me by name, which makes dining solo at the sushi bar feel warm and easy. I never feel out of place, and the vibe works just as well for groups as it does for quiet solo nights. It's a small business with a big heart, and I'm proud to support it. Absolute best sushi! read more

The green mussels are amazing!!! The service is always good, it does get crowded so u can sit at the bar and it's free seating. The price point is a little higher than your neighborhood sushi spot but the fish is very fresh!! read more

Took myself on a date on a quiet sunday night and had some of the best sushi I've tried at this place. Fish tasted extremely fresh, and prepared perfectly. The staff were friendly and welcoming, yet not intruding. A small shop with character, the ambiance was on point for my delicious meal. read more

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Been looking for a local sushi spot to deliver for awhile, Begula did! Came on Wednesday with my mother for lunch, had the place to ourselves. Every single dish was incredible. Handrolls fire, sushi 5 pcs sampler fire, all the sashimi carpaccio's FIIIIRREEE. Parking was hard to figure out but once the food started coming it didnt matter. I hope this place succeeds and can't wait to come back!! read more

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Outstanding sushi!!! Fresh, delicious, and beautifully served! Can't say enough about this hidden gem. Service is wonderful. read more

Came here on a Saturday night around 8PM - parking was hard to find but we were seated right away which was nice. This place opened recently and I've had my eye on it. The inside was cute and welcoming! We started with the crispy rice and salmon which has avocado and jalapeño on it. It was pretty good but I was expecting the salmon to be finely chopped up like spicy tuna. I wish the crispy rice was a bit crispier/crunchier. We got the #703 which comes with aburi salmon, aburi yellowtail & miso salmon. They were all really tasty! I'd definitely come back for this dish. We also got tempura zucchini which came out super hot & crispy! The waitress was really nice & I appreciated her customer service. I'll definitely be back for that sushi again especially since we live close by & can walk here. read more

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OMG I can't rave about how bomb this place is! First of all let me start off by saying I drive over an hour + to eat here over 40 miles and it's so worth it even with traffic! This is the best sushi I've ever had its consistently BOMB everytime! If the chef recommends something TRY IT DO NOT QUESTION! Nova had the best recommendations today and she was so attentive and so friendly , the customer service here is top tier. Today I tried the live scallop for the first time and definitely will be an always from now on. They only have 2 every week, I'd recommend calling and reserving one if you want to make sure you'll have one prior to coming. Live scallop was the best thing I've ever had. The raw scallop melted in my mouth and the baked scallops were just divine. So sweet so fresh literally the best. The crispy rice with tuna is always a must, cucumber boat amazing, yellowtail carpaccio out of the world, the toro jalapeno also so fresh and good! You cannot go wrong with any item on their menu EVERYTHING IS OUT OF THIS WORLD. The chefs recommendations are 10000/10 trust them! I can't wait to come back again. So worth it every time! read more

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My absolute favorite sushi spot in Long Beach! I bring all my friends here when they want sushi. My husband and I frequent Sushi Beluga probably once a month, and we are never disappointed. Nariko is always the sweetest server, and the sushi chefs are always super friendly. The sushi is fresh, the space is chill and calm, and there is nothing bad on the menu!! Also don't skip out on the mix crispy rice, agedashi tofu, cucumber boat, salmon lemon roll or the yuzu roll--some of our absolute favorites!! read more

Restaurant opens at 12:15 for lunch, a little odd as I arrived a few minutes early and waited outside. It is a small place, but clean. I ordered the Chirasushi, it was excellent. The fish was fresh and the portions generous. The server was friendly and attentive. I look forward to a return visit. read more

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Glad we tried this location after being a regular at the Play del Rey location. More seating than the original, same great quality! We were served by Chef K. If you've ever had to wait to be seated at Playa, you may want to make a trip further south. Make a day out of it. I think it's worth it. Service is attentive and kind. Ambiance is what you would expect at the ground floor of a high rise. Parking is a little difficult, but not any more than Playa. For me it's all about the fish. Especially when it comes to RAW fish and you get the best of the best here. read more

Stopped by for lunch & Sushi Beluga did not disappoint. The carpaccio, hand rolls, and sushi rolls were all delicious. The fish tasted fresh and everything was so tasty. The restaurant is cute & clean. I look forward to returning. read more