This restaurant was not big but clean and cozy. Street parkings were available though there were…read moreno designated parking spaces. The waitress was very nice. We ordered Lemon Butter Ramen and fried oysters. The ramen was very refreshing. I liked its balanced flavor, not too salty like the traditional ones. The fried oyster alerte crispy outside and juicy inside. They were also well seasoned. Surprisingly each table had a small jar of truffle oil which could add extra special flavor to the food.

Love this place. I order original soup it's always so good . The flavor, how fast service…read moreIs and every time so delicious. Love Soup ! They also have a parking behind and they validate parking as well. So far It's my favorite spot .

Holy moly ! What a great surprising find ! I was in the area visiting the Largo .. I was very…read morehungry! I didn't have high expectations but wow , so glad I found this gem ! I had a a few open hand rolls , rock shrimp & the crispy tuna rice & spicy salmon dish , EPIC ! The service for sweet , fast and effective. Perfect timing for the Largo show after you pick up your tickets at will call ! Can't wait to return , I want to try EVERYTHING on the menu lol !

I was in the area and stopped by for the open handroll lunch. Service was attentive, and the…read morepresentation was impressive from start to finish. One unexpected twist was the seaweed. Instead of the traditional nori typically used for handrolls, they served a salted, crispy version. While some diners may enjoy the added texture, it wasn't quite for me. It reminded me of the seasoned seaweed used in Korean kimbap--similar to what I buy at Costco and use at home--which took away from the experience I expect from a classic handroll. The fish itself was fresh and above average, especially considering the lunch special pricing. Overall, it was a solid meal, but if I order this again, I would definitely request traditional nori to better complement the quality of the fish.

What an incredible experience at Mutsu!…read more This is definitely not your typical Japanese restaurant. The intimate atmosphere, beautiful presentation, and focus on fresh hand rolls and yakitori make the whole experience feel special from the moment you sit down. Everything we tried was incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. We especially loved watching the hand rolls being made right in front of us and enjoying them immediately--the simplicity, quality of the ingredients, and attention to detail really stand out. A HUGE shout-out to Chris, who took amazing care of us all night. His energy, knowledge, and hospitality made us feel so welcome and turned a great dinner into an even better experience. And a very special shout-out to Chef Ayden! You can really see the passion and craftsmanship behind every dish. Thank you for taking us through the experience and making our night so memorable. Beautiful atmosphere, incredible Japanese food, and most importantly, wonderful people behind it all. We'll definitely be back. Highly recommended! Thank you Chris, Chef Ayden, and the entire Mutsu team for an unforgettable evening.

Mutsu on La Cienega is such a hidden gem! The interior design is absolutely stunning--the owners…read moredid an amazing job creating such a beautiful, intimate atmosphere in a smaller space. The service was excellent from start to finish, and everything we ordered was delicious. The handrolls are an absolute must! We also loved the spicy edamame, and the sake our server recommended paired perfectly with our meal. Great food, beautiful ambiance, and amazing service. I would definitely come back and highly recommend checking this place out!

I was shopping at The Grove and decided to come here for dinner. The spot isn't too big, so it has…read morea nice intimate vibe, plus they have a cute outdoor seating area. Definitely a good spot for a date night. I was craving some yakitori, so we ordered a bunch of different ones including Negima, Gizzard, Tsukune, Wings, Chicken Thigh, Liver, Hearts, and Cartilage. All the yakitori was cooked to order and everything came out really good. We also had the Hokkaido Scallops & Sweet Shrimp Crudo, which was delicious. For sushi, I ordered some nigiri including Scallop, Salmon Belly, Bluefin Toro, and Kanpachi, plus the King Tuna Roll. I have to say everything tasted pretty good. I honestly came in thinking it was going to be just okay, but I was pleasantly surprised and ended up really enjoying everything we ordered. Overall, the food was good and the atmosphere was nice and intimate. I'd definitely come back, especially for the yakitori. Great little spot for a date night if you're around The Grove.

Interesting experience to say the least…read more Came on a Saturday night off the whim and was seated right away. There's indoor and outdoor. Outdoor consists of the sidewalk & a sectioned off patio section. I liked the dark ambiance, it felt very romantic. The lighting was very intimate. A waitress came, got our drink orders and we ordered the duck breast as an appetizer. We got our drinks, which the tall glass is very misleading as I felt like I barely sipped anything and it was GONE, lol. I ordered the watermelon drink and it was tasty, I just wanted watermelon water anyways. It came with a watermelon slice which was nice. After the drinks we were WAITING idk how long until a different waitress came and took our order ?? We put in our entree, received them & never got our appetizer. We were waiting a long time for someone else to come by. I ordered the seared kanpachi jalapeño roll, which 10/10!! it was flavorful, had the spice & felt fresh. I didn't have to add anything like soy sauce to it. I just eat all my sushi with ginger and it paired great with it. Finally someone showed up & we said we ordered a duck breast appetizer with the first waitress, which was never put in. So the second waitress went ahead and put it in. The duck breast has an interesting texture. I can't explain it. I did not like the texture. The flavor was fine but the texture really threw me off personally. Kind of reminded me of pâté cat food, it felt like how paté cat food looks if that makes sense. Texture wise. Overall, service was trash. The waitresses were both unfriendly, but I guess that's just LA customer service nowadays. We waited forever. Spent more time waiting rather than eating. Valet or street metered parking. Restrooms in the back, 2 single unisex stalls.

Food delicious, not outrages prices. Server made us feel that she really appreciated having us…read more It's our new neighborhood sushi restaurant!

The food was good, but nothing outstanding. My favorite items were the crispy rice with tuna and…read morehoney hand roll. I also got the albacore roll with scallion, miso soup, and salmon onigiri. I wish they had a more sushi roll options.

This is the $55 Dine LA prefix set last three photos were separate from another time I went before…read more Overall, tastes great. Pretty good deal. Appetizers: tuna, fish tempura, plum marinated tomatoes Yakitori: chicken skin and chicken thigh It was crispy and flavorful. Main: Sushi omakase The fish was delicious and rich. Last course: DIY handroll Taste delicious. Impressive presentation. Service is good. Nice casual spot.

Wow the food is so good!! Recommended by a friend that this place was like Izakaya Osen several…read moreyears ago. Chirashi - the fish is QUALITY. 2 types of each fish, so it's still shareable with a friend. Standouts: their Uni was so creamy and fresh. Also loved the kanpachi pieces - firm and flavorful. Hamachi was also so buttery and fresh. The Miso Chilean Seabass skewers were the best. So tender, soft and grilled and marinated perfectly. What a nice thick satisfying chunk. This is a must order. Pressed sushi - these are hard to find outside of Vancouver so it was a delight to see them! We had the salmon and hamachi version. Loved that the Hamachi had a delicious spicy kick to it! The matcha mochi chocolate cake was so soft, gooey with strong matcha flavor! Great way to end the meal. It's on a poppin street on West Hollywood. We walked to Dayglow for matcha and the Pacific Design Center for inspiration.

I would give this place 6 stars if I could. I felt welcomed as soon as I stepped in. The interior…read moreis decorated beautifully, classy, cozy, and well thought out. I particularly enjoyed my view next to the ceiling to floor window where the sunlight shone in and set the scene. I already had a mission to get the mount fuji tuna-don and boy it did not disappoint. Their advertisement was " flew in from toyosu fish market in Japan" and I couldn't resist chasing that high having all those fresh succulent bites there again. My bowl I order was stacked so high with fresh fish and I enjoyed every bite. It balanced with a humble salad and fresh mish soup. It was the kind of meal you don't want to end. Other notes- The severs are so keen to attention too. After only 5 seconds of looking hesitant of where to place my bag, he immediately brought some baskets over for me and my friend. Street parking only.

This restaurant is located in an area with several other Japanese restaurants, and we actually…read morestumbled on this place later in the evening one weekend. There was plenty of seating available for walk-in dining, and we were welcomed very graciously by the servers. I had the dinner chirashi bowl ($53), which came piled high with pieces of fresh fish, as well as miso soup and sides of broccoli and sliced lotus root. My dining partner had the omakase ($120), and was especially delighted by the unique cuts of tuna included (such as tuna collar and tuna neck). The setting is lovely, and we enjoyed a bottle of sake with our meal at the bar. Very impressed, this restaurant has shot up on our personal list of sushi restaurants in LA.

We like this place. Good verity of food, nice service and polite staff. Never had any issue and the…read morefood is consistently good. We are regular customers and always pretty happy. It is a casual quiet place to have a nice time with friends and family. Nothing fancy but definitely enough and deserves 5 stars. We will be back again :)

I ordered kara miso ramen, bomb digity roll, baja california roll, and a beer pitcher…read more The ramen was a little spicy, but it was the kind of spice I liked. The broth was rich and wasn't too salty. Both rolls tasted fresh. I'm pretty sensitive to fishy smells, but I didn't notice any. Rolls were also buy one, get one 50% off, which was a nice deal. The beer pitcher was enough for two people.

Orlando, Tim & Eli are not only incredibly accommodating but are truly amazing to watch. Orlando…read moresomehow manages an extremely busy door facilitating tables, taking calls and managing the crowd all while keeping his cool and maintaining a smile. Once you're inside Tim and Eli are everywhere and make sure everyone always has what they need. It was a lovely atmosphere created by them along with a talented wait staff. On top of that the food was perfect. I hope everyone gets a raise I'll be back not only the food but for the whole experience. First time here and definitely not the last!!!

Still one of the best! I haven't been here in over a…read moredecade! (Shame on me!) but jt was so good to still see Moon working diligently at the sushi bar! I'm so happy for him that Sushi Fumi has become one of the most coveted sushi spots in LA! Not a fan of the wait but the sushi is delectable!

A neighborhood gem! Got take out this time and Cozy took my…read moreorder and made sure everything was in the bag. She was very, very nice. The food is always fresh and so good. Thank you

We stopped by Kinari Aburi Sushi after the Stranger Things x CicLAvia event since it was right…read morearound the corner from the fourth hub on Fairfax. We already had good street parking nearby, so we just walked over. Because it's on Fairfax near Melrose, parking definitely depends on the time and day -- it can get tricky in this area. We didn't notice any signs for parking in the back, so street parking might be your best bet. Food: We ordered three items, and everything we tried was solid, but the standout for us was the creamy ramen. We shared a bowl, but honestly, I would've happily eaten a whole one by myself if I had known how good it was. The prices were pretty reasonable for the area, and portion sizes felt fair. Service: The staff was friendly. Service was smooth, and our food came out in good time. Overall: A nice casual spot for sushi and ramen in the Fairfax/Melrose area. Good food, friendly service, and decent prices. I'd definitely come back, especially for that ramen.