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    Sushi Gen

    4.3 (4.6k reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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    SUSHI GEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Queue at 11:45 on a Wednesday
    Charlene C.

    Holy Moly! Best lunch I've had in a while! Came here on a Wednesday, 15 minutes before opening only to find a long queue of people already waiting! Had no idea it was going to be this busy on a random Wednesday. But this place is truly a gem! People come here for the Sashimi Lunch ($26) which is an absolute steal considering the quality and amount of food you get! Note: to get the sashimi lunch, you must sit at a table (not the counter). It comes with miso soup, side of pickled veggies, tofu side dish and the pièce de résistance the sashimi platter. They run a tight ship here and understandably so; they want to take care of all their customers waiting. Needless to say, everything was fresh, delicious and most importantly filling. I tend to eat a lot and I left feeling full and satisfied! The Gen Z kids sitting next to me couldn't stop talking about "how low key everything was fire, like seriously, bro" haha I can't.. but I have no doubt I will be back. I'm just mad it took me this long to come. Well worth the wait!!

    Tofu (TikTok: @justandyvu)
    Andy V.

    1. The sashimi lunch set was filling and had good quality fish! I loved that it also came with miso soup and a rice bowl! 2. The spot has chill casual vibes! The interior definitely feels cozy! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! It was all ready after 10 mins! 4. There is only indoor seatings! There are a lot of tables as well as counter seating! 5. There are street parking, lots, and garages nearby! Note: For a Friday, there was a line at 30 mins before lunch opening! Getting in line before opening will give you the best chance to get an actual table seating! At opening, you still have a chance to be seated at the counter! Photo: Sashimi Lunch

    Grace C.

    The food is delicious. It's just the customer service needs improvement. Hence deducting two stars. I've been to this restaurant before but the dining experience never felt this way. Long story short, our dining experience felt rushed. We waited about 45 min- an hour for a table. Once we were seated, we were pushed to order right away. I had come here before but it was my husband's first time dining. He needed more time to decide and look over the menu. Well he didn't get much of a chance to look at what he wanted to eat because the server was standing there waiting. Literally staring. What would you like to order? I explained to her that it was his first time here and he needed time to look over the menu and asked her if she can come back later. She proceeded to say it will take longer to get our orders in and delay the kitchen staff. That didn't end there. Right after our food was served, one of the servers came by to ask if everything was ok and if we needed anything. We said no. Shortly after, the server dropped the bill at our desk. Mind you, we were not even close to finishing our meal. I understand there are other customers waiting for a table but you shouldn't be rushing the customers currently eating. They clearly prioritize turning tables faster to make profit. It was not a pleasant or enjoyable dining experience. I would choose another sushi spot.

    Clam miso
    Therese G.

    We found sushi Gen only because it had a line at 4:30 on a weeknight. It was directly across from a delicious matcha shop. It was definitely authentic Japanese food in a traditional setting. I have been to many Japanese restaurants and enjoyed my meal at Sushi Gen. The sushi was fresh and unadulterated. It's a solid spot in Little Tokyo.

    Golden red snapper sushi
    Chris W.

    This is the iconic sushi restaurant in LA. We headed over there around 4:55pm on Thursday and it was a long line already. It opened around 5pm and it took only few minutes and we got inside sitting at the bar The fish is really authentic and fresh The golden snapper sushi is really good and my mvp of the night is Aji sushi because I ordered two rounds The ambience is really good there and we had a great time Note: it is located in Honda Plaza and parking is easy there or street parking is available as well

    part of sashimi lunch (drink is extra)
    Stewart L.

    This was my first time trying this iconic sushi place. I visit Little Tokyo fairly often, and have seen first hand the lines that form here pre-opening. My visit was pretty much during the lunch rush. There were seats available at the sushi bar, but you can only order a la carte sushi here, not the specials or combo meals, so I put my name down for a table. The wait was quoted as 10-20 minutes. They come out and call your name; no texting. While waiting, dozens of people came in and out. After 30 minutes, I checked again and they said they had called me, but I did not see or hear them even though I was right outside. Eventually I was seated. The sushi bar is quite large with diners literally touching shoulders. There are 2 dining areas with tables. Service was quick and efficient. Diners include Japanese-speaking Japanese and English-speaking Japanese ( a good sign), plus every other nationality. It was either Infatuation or Eater that recommended ordering the Sashimi Lunch, so that's what I did. It was $26 and included miso soup, tofu, tsukemono (pickled veggies) and rice. The plate had 9 different fish presentations: a spicy tuna poke, a non-spicy poke, cooked tuna, cooked salmon, 3 types of sliced tuna and 2 sliced whitefish. Everything was very fresh and tasty. It seems there may be less waiting if you arrive later into their lunch hours, like around 1:30 pm I would definitely return if the wait wasn't too long for a table. I'm not enough of a sushi afficionado to sit at the bar.

    Assorted sushi
    Katherine B.

    I loved our dinner here! The sushi is SO good. Amazing quality of ingredients. We tried some new flavors and even ordered more sushi based on the ones we liked the best. Hands down my favorite was the scallop nigiri. Absolutely delicious. They will ask you if you want to add wasabi or yuzu and pepper to some rolls and I would undoubtedly say yes. The additions really elevated the flavors. We also loved the sea bream and the fatty tuna (we got very fatty). The toro was also next level. And I loved the eel. We had fun with the surf clam as well. And the salmon nigiri were both delicious. We lucked out and were seated right away but when we left there were several parties outside. Service was excellent and I love the interior. It's a casual restaurant but a really lovely experience. I definitely want to eat at the sushi bar next time.

    Matthew P.

    Hands down my favorite Japanese restaurant in LA! You'll always find a line at this spot but don't give up too easily bc the food is worth it. Their dinner sets come with so many choices of proteins; we got the sashimi, chicken teriyaki, and beef teriyaki. We also got Spanish mackerel and a California roll on the side. All were so flavorful and fresh! Portions of the dinner sets are pretty large here so I'd suggest sharing! We definitely couldn't finish everything ourselves. This place has the best quality fish and a super authentic atmosphere inside. Service is always quick and servers are super attentive. Can't wait to keep taking everyone here as this is a great spot to bring people from out of town!!

    March 25, 2026 | Wednesday | Dinner w/Friends! |
    Shantelle S.

    March 25, 2026 | Downtown LA | After my adventures of shopping & meeting up with friends to see a movie, we were hungry! We decided on Sushi Gen for dinner, as we wanted to try someplace new! What a delicious surprise! Sharing is Caring | We all ordered a number of items, each being absolutely delicious! I loved the presentation of each dish, so colorful, vibrant & neatly plated! Each item also tasted so fresh, which I enjoyed! We shared everything, and it was the best way to dine! The sashimi was amazing!!! Inside | We all decided on a table instead of the sushi bar in front of the chefs, though it does seem like a fun experience! We'll definitely have to return and sit at the bar! Customer Service | Polite, kind, attentive, and friendly! Everyone who appeared our table who is an absolute delight to interact with! Our main server was surprised at how I stacked everything neatly at the end of our table at the end of the evening! I didn't want her to have to reach across the table to get every single plate! Busy Bee| The place was packed, very busy! Overall | Yes, please! Each dish I tried was mouthwatering delicious, and some items were new flavors to my palate, which I enjoyed! I'm definitely looking forward to returning, as it was a wonderful and delicious experience!

    Kelly C.

    There's always a long line whenever I pass by sushi gen but never got the chance to try it. This time, I bit the bullet and waited around 30 min on a weekend for dinner and it was so worth it!! I ordered the beef teriyaki and it was so tender. The flavors were perfect and everything paired perfectly together. Pricing was a little expensive but honestly I think it's so worth. Will def be back! Parking is a bit difficult in the lot but plenty of street parking if you're willing to walk. Also their hot water is VERY hot LOL

    Rena H.

    Sitting at the bar at Sushi Gen is pure magic. This was our favorite meal in LA and we can't wait to come back on our next visit. This felt like a private omakase experience and we were blown away when our bill came back at only just over $100. For such incredible service, fresh sushi, and the over ambiance - it felt like a steal. Our favorite bites were the fatty tuna, scallop, and the unagi, but everything was perfection. Will be thinking about this meal for a long time!

    Needless to say, we were not able to take anything home for leftovers!
    David G.

    Came here for lunch on a Wednesday. Got here early so we were on the first seating. We always get the sashimi lunch, and we did so again. This is just a great meal, great service, great food, so clean, a real pleasure. The next table ordered the sashimi deluxe, which feeds two people come all the way does not come with rice or miso soup. However, it cost $46 as opposed to two of the sashimi lunch at $26 each, and it included some additional items. We are going to split this one next time, and try it out. If this store we're closer to us we'd go at least twice a month.

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    Michelle Y.

    Came here for a friend's birthday. There is no Yelp list or reservations available here so you gotta be very patient. For a party of 4 on a busy Saturday evening, we waited an hour which was not too bad. Restaurant is pretty cozy inside, your typical Japanese decor, a little dated but we came here for the sushi. Sushi was fresh but nothing too spectacular. Is it worth all the hype, I would say not really.

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    Ask the Community - Sushi Gen

    What's the difference between Chirashi and Premium Chirashi?

    Premium Chirashi has more expensive items like Uni.

    When is last call?

    15 minutes before closing

    All you can eat?

    No. It is not

    Hi, I am going to go for the first time and get lunch. How would you recommend to order? Lunch combo special? Or are there any items that are MUST try? I would not want to miss anything awesome just by sticking to the combo menu. Thanks!

    Must tries: Salmon Collar Yellowtail Collar… 

    Do they have Omakase? I don't see it in the menu.

    No, but love the sushi bar!!!

    Do they take reservations?

    They no longer take reservations anymore. First come first serve now.

    What time do you usually go on a weekday so you don't have to wait?

    I went around 5pm and I didn't wait long. Maybe 10 minutes. I feel like it depends on the day. We also asked for Bar seating and it was a lot quicker..BUT you can not have rolls at the bar.

    Should I expect long wait time during weekday lunch time?

    Yes, depending on the time you get there expect at least 30 minutes of wait

    Are they still doing take out orders for lunch?

    Yes

    Do you accept in dining?

    Yes with proof of vaccination

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Rice is also gluten free

    Is the sushi bar open for sit down dining?

    Yes I believe so.... last time I was there (~3 weeks ago) they were open.

    Do they take resetvations?

    Not at the moment

    Can someone please advice if they're open for dine in?

    yup. dine in including lunch.

    When are you guys going to open in door dining?

    Indoor dining is open now! No reservations as usual so you have to walk in. There is usually a wait during prime hours though so try and come early

    How's the sushi?

    Sushi is good, rice is perfect, fish, high quality BUT I usually order the sashimi lunch special...available only on weekdays. It comes with rice so you can make your own sushi.

    Do they wear masks and gloves while making sushi and sashimi?

    Yes, they are awesome!

    What are their to-go containers made out of as of now?

    They used more standard looking cardboard takeout boxes and soup bowls last visit. See my other photo recent photo.

    Can you call in advance to order for pick up?

    Yes you can.

    Does anyone know if Sushi Gen is doing take out or pick up during COVID19?

    we had take out from sushi gen. very pretty.

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    4.4(3.7k reviews)
    0.5 miDowntown
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    There's a parking structure nearby where you can park and get your ticket validated, which makes…read moreparking pretty convenient. Seating inside is very limited and consists entirely of bar seating, so don't expect to come here with a large group. The staff was very attentive and did a great job making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. One small detail I really appreciated was the restroom. They have two types of hand soap: scented and unscented. The unscented soap is meant for when you're going back to continue eating, while the scented soap is for after you've finished your meal. It's such a small touch, but it really adds to the overall experience and shows how much thought they put into the details. For the food, we got the 6-hand-roll set, which ended up being plenty to fill us up. The rice was perfectly warm and had a slight seasoning to it, which helped bring everything together with the flavors of the fish and seafood. The hand rolls were fresh and satisfying without feeling overly heavy. Price-wise, I think it's fair for the quality you're getting. Overall, Kazunori is a solid spot for hand rolls if you're in the area or just craving some good sushi!

    I've visited this location numerous times, but this review is based on my most recent visit…read more * Parking is available in the same building for $7. Street parking is also available, but it can be difficult to find and may require a bit of a walk. * We were a party of two. My partner ordered three ankimo hand rolls because she loves ankimo, and I ordered the six-roll set. * The rice in my first two rolls was a little too hot, possibly because it had just been prepared. From the third roll onward, the temperature was fine. * After my partner had the second ankimo roll, we both felt that there was too much sauce and that it was overpowering the ankimo. We had just visited the Pasadena location the week before, where the flavor was much more balanced, so the difference was noticeable to us. * We asked the server if they could use a little less sauce on the next ankimo roll, but we were told that everything was standardized and could not be changed. * We tried to clarify that we were not asking them to change the ankimo recipe or any pre-made seasoning. We were simply asking for a little less of the sauce that the chef squeezes on while assembling the hand roll. However, we were given the same answer again that it was standardized and could not be adjusted. * At that point, we stopped asking and just accepted it as it was. Interestingly, the last ankimo roll actually tasted just right, which made us think the chef may have understood what we were asking for even though there seemed to be some miscommunication with the server. Overall, the food itself was not the main issue. We've visited this location many times and have generally had good experiences. This visit was disappointing mainly because a very simple request turned into a communication issue that we felt could have been handled more easily.

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    Wow! Just delicious! Everything was amazing, but the budo-gnnochi surprisingly took the cake! Just…read morea ball of flavor and wonder! A true party in your mouth. We mixed steak with the budognoochi, and it was terrific! I will be back! Phenomenal service!

    I really enjoyed Budonoki! Ambiance was chill/casual, loved their R&B playlist as well. It was…read morekinda dark inside, but didn't take away from the food. There is valet parking for $17 OR street parking. It can be a little tricky since the area is busy. Service was great, and food came out pretty quickly. It was just me and my friend and we ordered (6) dishes. Portion sizes are on the smaller side, but it was perfect for us. Curry Pan - Absolutely loved it and probably my favorite. It was packed with so much flavor and the aji verde sauce paired well with it. The bread was so fluffy. Spicy Tuna Handrolls - Fresh ingredients, and you're gonna have to hand roll these yourself! I would have much rather preferred they come rolled already. Maitake & Arugula Salad - Super refreshing salad and added a great balance to our meal. Charred Japanese Sweet Potato - OMG I loveeeeed these sweet potatoes! Who would have that chives paired so well with it? Scallop Crudo - We really enjoyed this dish A LOT. The cilantro vinaigrette paired with slices of pear gave this dish such a refreshing taste. I'd definitely order this again Tokyo Banana Soft Serve - A big portion to share and tasted just like the actual Tokyo Banana from Japan. Overall, a great place and I definitely recommend. Enjoy!

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    4.3(568 reviews)
    1.0 miDowntown

    The inside is low lit & gives an elevated ambiance. Service was fantastic and very attentive. We…read morestarted with the pacific oysters & spicy tuna crispy rice. The pacific oysters are a good size and I really enjoyed the yuzu-kosho ponzu sauce on it. The spicy tuna crispy rice have a good amount of spicy tuna on top & I loved how crispy they made the rice underneath. The Kodo trio comes with uni, toro, & wagyu and the Toro sampler comes with o-toro, chu-toro, akami. All of these handrolls were phenomenal & just left you wanting more. The Wagyu katsu you cook on a hot stone at the table which I liked as an interactive dish. The Wagyu cheeseburger was dripping with juice but still had those crunchy edges. The Uni pasta was beautiful & delicious. The Chimichurri prawns I could eat multiple plates of- the shell comes sliced down the middle so you just have to peel it off. For dessert we ordered the Kodo basque cheesecake & Miso chocolate torte. I love a basque cheesecake & the sesame crumble added great texture. The miso chocolate torte made me wish I ordered my own. Everything from start to finish was amazing, it's hard to pick favorites. Parking- valet $13

    I really enjoy eating here because service is fast and friendly. You get a lovely meal and every…read morestaff member you meet is always so friendly. Food is delicious, drinks are good, and parking isn't hard to find if you're willing to walk a little. The design kinda dark inside, but the patio is always nice. The best part? I can be in and out in less than an hour if I wanted!

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