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I wasn't sure what to expect, this place is new to me and my family and we booked a reservation online due to our group size. It was a good thing we did since seating was limited and boy did it fill up for dinner quick. We went for Friday dinner, a service charge is added for party of 6 or more, they opened at 5pm so people were lined up before then, and it wasn't very cold inside but felt fine. They have dinner sets with hot foods in addition to sushi sets, I ordered the grilled chicken to share with my son and also an assorted tempura. The rest ordered 18 pieces of Negitoro Rolls, Deluxe sushi dinner, and Traditional Edomae Style Sushi Dinner. We also got water and one can of Diet Coke. They also served some pickled dishes and salad (but chicken dinner had salad so I didn't get it yet), and we really enjoyed the dressing. The small dishes were good, I think it goes even better with our meals but I ate them before the meal came. My dish had grilled chicken and salad with a bowl of rice. It wasn't what I expected but there's plenty of chicken which I shared with my son and he ate a lot! The others had really good dishes, they looked fresh and they said it was delicious. Overall, nice dinner, very elegant in a way that I think it's also a nice treat here and there for the price. Parking was plenty but can be packed for dinner time around 6, you can still park around the bank.
Full house on a Thursday lunch hour! The service is attentive and the food is super fresh. You can really taste the fish flavor. The temperature of the rice and sashimi is just right. Next time have to try dinning in, it was just too rush on a work day to sit down and enjoy the atmosphere.
For party of three on a weekday lunch, we were seated right away. Service is quick. They do have a lunch menu! My friends ordered the Sashimi Lunch for the mobile app discount while I got the Deluxe Chirashi Lunch. Complimentary side dishes included pickled vegetables, salad, a sweet cooked radish dish, and broccoli/cauliflower. Our orders also came with miso soup. Presentation is pretty and the sashimi tasted fresh, I was glad to see negitoro and uni for the price I paid. I was worried when I saw reviews mentioning pests recently, we were bothered by a few flies but no cockroaches so take that as you will. Parking is limited during meal time rush but there are more spots towards the back of the plaza.
I've been a fan of this restaurant's sushi for a long time, which makes this review especially disappointing to write. During our recent visit, we saw a cockroach come from inside the restaurant and run directly toward our table before hiding underneath it. We immediately alerted our waitress, but her response was dismissive. She suggested that it probably came from outside, even though it had clearly emerged from the restaurant interior. What concerned me even more was how the situation was handled. The waitress tried to shoo the cockroach away using a serving tray. After we requested to move to another table, she used that same tray to collect our dishes. I specifically asked her to make sure the tray was washed before it was used again to serve food. She agreed, but when she returned after we switched tables, I recognized what appeared to be the same tray because it still had the same visible dust and marks on it. It certainly did not look like it had been cleaned. Accidents can happen, and seeing a pest once doesn't automatically make me write off a restaurant. What was most disappointing was the lack of concern, accountability, or professionalism in the response. We never received a sincere apology from the staff or management, nor was there any effort to address the situation or make things right. I genuinely enjoy their sushi, which is why this experience was so frustrating. Unfortunately, the combination of the cockroach incident and the way it was handled has left a very negative impression. I don't see myself returning anytime soon.
Absolutely the BEST sushi in the SGV! The lunch sushi was so fresh and delicious. The smell of the nori wrapped around the negitoro roll were just irresistible. The yellowtail collar was baked to perfection! What a wonderful enjoyable meal. Service was very attentive. Several staff came by to fill our water glasses, remove empty dishes, and to check on us. This place filled up very quickly. Dining room capacity is probably 40 people and the sushi bar could probably seat another dozen. We will definitely come back! Thank you chefs and staffs for a wonderful dining experience.
TLDR: Fresh, high-quality sushi with generous portions, perfectly seasoned rice, and buttery uni. Relaxing ambience and delicious sides make it feel elevated even for takeout. Parking can be tight during busy hours, and phone service felt a little rushed during dinner time. Togo orders must be ordered online. We ordered takeout from Sushi Kisen after craving sushi, and it ended up being much more filling than expected. The premium chirashi dinner comes with a generous portion of rice and a great variety of fresh sashimi, while the deluxe sushi dinner is the perfect amount for my husband. The rice is perfectly seasoned, and the fish tastes incredibly fresh. The uni stands out. It was buttery, clean, and not fishy at all, which says a lot because I normally don't order uni. The sides are also delicious and make the meal feel more complete, including pickled vegetables, acorn jelly, and steamed vegetables/sweet potato. Even though we ordered takeout, the restaurant gives off a relaxing and chill ambience that makes me want to come back and try the omakase in person. There's a small shared parking lot with several nearby shops and restaurants, so I can see parking being difficult during peak dinner hours. The lady helping us on the phone also doesn't seem very patient, although it may have just been because we called during the dinner rush. One small complaint is the packaged wasabi, which looks noticeably old and dark green compared to the bright green fresh wasabi included separately. Overall, though, the quality and freshness of the food easily stand out.
Went to Sushi Kisen recently (April 25th) for lunch and had a great experience! We were able to sit at the sushi bar and enjoy the omakase, which was absolutely to die for. Every piece tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. The service was excellent and our chef was very kind and welcoming throughout the experience. You could really tell there was a lot of care put into both the food and the atmosphere. Honestly, I would definitely come back again.
Dating back to the 2nd Century BC; sushi was a favored Japanese cuisine far before any methods of refrigeration were yet invented. In order to keep fish fresh; rice was laden with rice vinegar and the fish marinaded in soy rice to keep the fish from spoiling (the rice was discarded and only the fish was consumed). As time went on, the art of sushi evolved to where the rice was eaten alongside the fish and during the Edo Period: this method of quickly fermenting with vinegar preventing spoiling; allowed for sushi to be served as street food without refrigeration even as the nigiri style so popular was born. If you are interested in this quick prep Edomae style of sushi; look no further than Arcadia's Sushi Kisen (which I assume is a play off the Japanese word, 'kaizen' meaning 'better, improved' so "better sushi") being one of the few Edomae sushi restaurants and Arcadia's first. Sushi Kisen offers 30-40 fish weekly shipped in straight from Tokyo twice a week! Located in a small corner shopping plaza on Baldwin Ave near the Arcadia intersection (about a mile from the LA Arboretum); the parking lot can be a bit congested as the plaza is filled with numerous restaurants, a bakery, a tea spot, etc. Crossing the threshold into Sushi Kisen reveals a medium-sized eatery with a sushi bar, wooden slat room dividers, and a dining area with tables and booths. Sushi Kisen eschews any bells and whistles in interior design for simplicity but the lines are still modern and clean to their benefit. My boyfriend and I were initially seated but quickly moved to allow our table to be used for a reservation that just phoned in; and thus, we were moved to a tiny back corner table where my I was two inches from the register and phone. This isn't awful, per se, but I was continuously becoming very friendly (metaphorically) with staff using the register and/or answering calls. It just didn't make me feel wholly welcome. For our sushi feast, my boyfriend and I ordered Mozuku seaweed ($8.00), Assorted Vegetable Tempura ($10), Deluxe Sushi Dinner (chef's choice nigiri and rolls, picked vegetables, miso soup, miso dressing salad - $45), Japanese King Mackerel Nigiri (2 pieces - $14), Unagi Eel (2 pieces - $13), Fatty Blue Fin w/ Takuan roll (12.50), and Glass Shrimp (2 pieces - $21.00). I am just going to get right into the nitty-gritty and say I simply did not like Sushi Kisen, at all. It might just be me (the restaurant was full so clearly people like it) and maybe I just don't gel with Edomae style. My favorites - the miso soup, salad, pickled vegetables and vegetable tempura - weren't even sushi! I love seaweed salad so I made the mistake of thinking this seaweed would be similar but it was a bowl of slop straight from the ocean and I found it putrid and inedible. But again, that may be my fault for not knowing. But what WASN'T my fault were my issues with the actual sushi: the glass shrimp was okay but a super weird texture and not worth $21 and would make more sense at half that price. The Japanese King Mackerel was the worst king mack I have ever had! It was grossly briny and "muddy" and tasted of poor quality even though I know it wasn't (but it shouldn't taste that way!). None of my boyfriend's Deluxe Sushi Dinner was that appetizing either and he didn't seem overly impressed. The Fatty Blue Fin roll was fine... but I truly sensed no flavor of any sort being simply bland. But at least it wasn't gross like much of the others that were not worth their price points. The eel was perfect - I am glad they didn't ruin that because I have quite the romance with eel. Again, I'll take some of the blame that maybe Sushi Kisen just isn't my preference but I think it runs deeper and they simply aren't as great as presented (which I can confirm from all of their recent reviews that share my same sentiment). Coupled with odd seating and a very disappointing sushi dinner; Sushi Kisen is simply not for me and a spot best decided for yourself whether worth a visit. To be fair, my boyfriend and I have had worse sushi so Sushi Kisen wasn't God-awful; but definitely not great, either.
After my last visit to the sushi bar, and enjoying omakase with Taka San, I can officially say that Sushi Kisen is EASILY the best sushi restaurant in the San Gabriel Valley, and is a very strong candidate as one of SoCal's best sushi restaurants, period. We were one of the first people on this visit at the bar so it was relatively quiet noise wise. HIGHLY recommended. But remember to make reservations in advance!
I've been to Sushi Kaisen many times and the service has always been consistently great. This time I ordered takeout through their app, and the whole process was smooth and easy. The app is simple to navigate, checkout is quick, and the menu descriptions (plus photos for most items) make ordering effortless. The food was just as good as when dining in. I'd definitely order takeout from them again.
Whaaaaa. Where has this place been all my life?? My uncle and I came by after the first sushi spot gave us horrible service. I've had this place bookmarked a while so it was the perfect time to try it. It was not so busy for a Tuesday night. There is plenty of seating, bar seating and the place looked super clean. I wasn't sure what the special dishes were so I ordered the Premium Blue Fin Tuna and Negitoro Bowl, Premium Chirashi Dinner and an order of halibut and salmon. Our favorites was the Blue Fin Tuna and Negitoro Bowl. The tuna paired with the rice as soooo good. I was in absolute heaven. I love tuna and negitoro and this dish did not disappoint! The Chirashi dinner was decent. It had a little of everything which was nice. The fish were not too thick which was nice and the rice was flavorful. The dinners both came with a salad and miso soup which were both pretty good starters. The halbut and salmon nigiri pieces were also really good. :) Overall, the vibes inside were nice and the service was great. Parking is easy since there is a big lot out front and this place is tucked away in a plaza. I will definitely be back :) ALSO, I thought the prices were quite decent for the quality of the food!!
Came here 5 minutes before they opened on a weekday for lunch and there was already a small line for the sign up sheet. I still got seated quickly. It seems like everyone comes for either the lunch omakase, which is only at the sushi bar or the lunch sushi set which is what I got. It was a pretty good deal, 7 pieces of nigiri (Chef's choice, so sad there was no salmon), 3 pieces of cucumber roll and 3 pieces of blue tuna roll. I underestimated how filling it would be so I ended up ordering a fatty tuna negitoro roll also. It was good but there was just a lot of food. The set also comes with miso soup and 3 side dishes. The side dishes were all lacking in flavor and subpar tbh. Service is fast and it's a more modern upscale place so I won't fault the pricing for that.
I made a reservation through their website and received an email confirmation from Tock. I specifically chose the table for my reservation and not at the bar. Parking is usually easy to find, but they recently opened Molly in the same plaza so now parking is difficult to find. The restaurant is right next to Chef Tony, you can't miss it. I told the waitress about my reservation but she didn't look it up. She just pointed to the table available and we sat there. My husband ordered from their Dine LA dinner menu. It was $65 not including tax and gratuity. See the photo I uploaded for details. I thought both of us had to order from their Dine LA dinner menu but they didn't force me to. I ordered Negitoro Bowl, Shrimp Tempura appetizer, Uni (2 pcs), and alcohol. The table is quiet small for us with all of these plates, smaller bowls and drinks. I would love to sit at a bigger table but I think the place is designed that way if it's two people. Staffs are friendly. When my husband went to use the restroom, I told our waitress that it's his birthday. They gave us sesame ice cream with a candle. There's other flavors too but I chose sesame. You can taste how fresh the ingredients are. Looking around, I only see adults at this restaurant. Overall, I had a great time here besides not loving the small table. I'd love to try other items on the menu next time.
We had reservation for 700pm but we had to wait 30 extra minutes for our table. The sushi were super fresh and delicious. I got the deluxe combo which had negitoro maki instead of tekka maki. The place was super clean. The employees were super friendly and helpful!!! read more
1 year ago
Sushi Kisen was an amazing experience. The ambiance was very welcoming with vibes of almost a private omakase but also with open seating for all other orders. The deluxe dinner was perfectly curated. Service was great as we had many refills of hot tea. Food came quick and it was reasonably priced. Will definitely come back!! read more
2 years ago
The sushi here is amazing. The servers are very polite and attentive. The vibe is very clean and somewhere you can come with a small group of friends (max 4) for a fancy casual meal, or a good date spot! The fish melts in your mouth after each bite and I love the way the rice tastes too. I went Friday night and it was packed but once we got seated we were servers right away and the food came quickly. 10/10 would recommend! read more
1 year ago
I've been coming here since near it's open. It's the only place I've really like in Arcadia. It's from the same chef I think who came from Sushi Gen in Little Tokyo. Their sashimi plate is basically a clone. It's great to just sit and enjoy Sushi Gen quality without driving very far for it. read more
My husband made a reservation here on a Saturday night to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Our seating was a 5pm right when they opened; by then, a line was already forming. Groups with reservations were seated first. We opted for the dinner omakase and sat at the counter. Overall I think the entire experience was definitely worthwhile; they served delicious and seasonal seafood at a reasonable price. All in all we had 2 appetizers, 16 pieces of nigiri, 1 hand roll and finished with a tomago. Including tip, our total was around $360 and we were stuffed. Some of our favorite pieces included the blue fin tuna, shima aji, kampachi, chu-toro, uni from Hokkaido, and ikura. We would definitely return and get the a la carte nigiri next time. read more
4 years ago
We went to try out the omakase, which you can also customize. Basically, they will pick items that they believe are made to their best and charge you by the piece per the menu. This style is nice because there's no unknown charge and also more wallet friendly for omakase. We ended up eating around 22 items each (we didn't know we had to let him know we're full or he'll keep at it) but it was only $150/person (at lot better than most omakase places). All the pieces were really fresh and we had a few items that were seasonal such as eel babies. They did a great job on the nigiri sushi but the cooked items were not as good. We were particularly sad about the giant clam, it definitely tasted funny like spoil (1 star off). I would definitely come back if I want some real nigiri made in front of you, in the form of omakase with a price that is more realistic. I prefer this over nigiri with caviar or gold flakes and doubling or tripling the price. read more
Quick sushi dinner on Saturday night. My son likes sashimi and I like cut sushi rolls and we got both! I had tuna, yellowtail, and crab meat cut rolls. You can spend under $100 for premium cut sushi! The service was fast and restaurant was clean! read more
10 months ago
Made reservations for the sushi bar omakase and enjoyed this experience. Minimum at the bar is $80 per person. The store opened promptly at 12 PM, New Year's Eve, and we were seated upon our reservation time. The restaurant is very clean, bright, and welcoming. The bar is the first thing that catches my eye when entering. The chefs are lined up professionally behind the sushi bar and greet new customers as they enter and leave. It reminds me of the etiquette of Japan and this restaurant feels authentic! It makes me miss being in Japan. The fish is fresh and several pieces are from Japan. The chefs are skilled, making the experience even better. Our chef, Taka, was so sweet and friendly. He explained each piece as best he could with limited English. From my experience, the price for the Chef's Choice omakase is well priced. There is no set pricing, so we either select our own or pick Chef's recommendation. Towards the end of the meal, Chef Taka asked if we were okay or wanted more. I was pleased with the selection and ended the meal with our choice of ice cream. My favorites from the omakase Chef's Choice are the Bluefin Tuna, Striped Jack, Medium Fatty Tuna, and Sweet Shrimp. Each fish was paired with a good amount of wasabi which had a satisfying burn and made the experience more fun. This is definitely worth coming back, especially for special occasions. Thank you for the wonderful experience! read more
11 months ago
3 years ago
What a gem of Arcadia! It's been on my list to try the sushi restaurant of Kisen (normally it's the izakaya for me!) and I couldn't have been more happy. I got the deluxe dinner and the stars of the show were allllll the melt-in-your-mouth tuna nigiris. The service was so fast and impeccable- and you see wooden slats at a Japanese place, you know they mean business. Lots of parking available. No wait for showing up at 6:30PM on a Saturday, and about $45 for the dinner set. I will defiantly be coming back! read more
In the old OG Din Tai Fung shopping center is Sushi Kisen. Amazing new place. Very affordable and tasty lunch combos. Super pretty inside. Parking is usually not an issue, but it is limited spaces considering the amount of people that are coming here. It used to be a mad house when DTF was still around. But I don't think the Chef Tony neighbors are causing as much foot traffic. Looks to be expanding into the other spaces next door as well. Came at 11:45am (right when it opened) and there was no wait. But by the time 12pm rolled around it was fully packed. read more
1 year ago
Wow, incredible sushi spot with great prices. Small menu, but has everything you need for a delicious sushi meal. I especially loved their uni special at lunch, where you can make your own hand rolls from a mountain of perfectly fresh uni. read more
2 years ago
I've been dying to try omakase and was so excited when we were able to score reservations here. Reached out for reservations on the website about a week in advance for a Friday night. Omakase did not disappoint, all you have to do is let them know if you are allergic or dislike anything and they will make sure to not serve you any of those items. The sushi was soooo fresh and sooo good. We made it to 8-9 pieces of sushi and started getting full. Just let them know when we were on our last two pieces. For omakase, each group is allowed an hour and a half for the experience. Definitely plan on coming back! read more
Came here on a whim looking for sushi when our initial dinner plans fell through and this place didn't disappoint. White fish with ponzu was fresh and perfectly seasoned. Scallop nigiri was sweet and tasty. The premium blue fin tuna and negitoro bowl is worth every penny. The fish was tender. Unagi isn't my thing, but hubby loved it. Vegetable tempura is a classic of course as is the chicken karaage, but whatever that green powder is (matcha salt I think) is very good with both of these dishes. Parking is easy in the lot, same lot as Kai ramen. Service is good. Not much else to say other than we would come back. All of this was between 2 people and it was more than enough food. Next time I'm gonna enjoy the tuna bowl solo :) read more
4 years ago
Of all the things to order, Chef Omakase is the way to go!! The quality of the fish, attention to detail and friendliness of the chefs are all reasons to eat omakase at the bar!! There's plenty of parking!! I recommend making a reservation since it gets pretty busy with a line outside. At 5:30pm people seemed to be about to just walk in, but by the end of our meal it was packed with a line outside. Beware that depending on how much you eat, you could be surprised by the bill in the end since it's not a set price.. :O read more
1 year ago
"4+". Very Very Good Sushi Place. Order Traditional Edomae Style Sushi Dinner , Premium Sushi Dinner (Delicious) , Ala Carte Sushi (Kinmedai + Nodoguro Kasugo + Hirame + Ootoro). Enjoyable. read more
11 months ago
3 years ago
Super happy I found this place! We tried 3 different rolls and ordered tuna, yellowtail, & shrimp nigiri. The girls loved all of it (we even ordered an extra roll for them at the end) The service was great. The server was very informative on what was popular amongst the kids that come by. The little one needed a fork and they came out with super cute Mikey mouse ones! Definitely would come back read more
6 months ago
I want to start off by saying I am not a sushi person. I came here for a friend. All I could order was a chicken dinner since I am allergic to seafood. My chicken was terrible and bland without any seasoning. Even my beer could not help me in my misery. My friend did enjoy her dinner. Staff is very attentive and place is clean. For me, it is a no go read more
Since this sushi spot is local, I've been here a few times with family and friends over the past few months. The light wooden interior is always very nice and easy on the eyes, giving a nice ambiance. We love Chef Take, who took care of us the first time and we had a good omakase experience. The chef will serve you different items until you get full then the bill is around $120 per person after the amount of food ate gets calculated. You'll get some of the cheaper cuts in the beginning, and it gradually gets better more as the meal continues. It's nice to do this the first time here to find out what to order a la carte. The fish is fresh and the sushi rice is better than most sushi restaurants. After that, I've ordered a la carte the next couple of visits & the glass shrimp, negitoro, negihama, and fatty fish nigiris quickly became our usual favorites. Definitely make a reservation, the hosts get visibly frustrated with the wait so they probably don't have a good waiting system. I felt irked after the second time when the host was kind of rude when I took my mom, and haven't been back after the last time hence the 4 star. The service is fine once you're seated, they don't staff as many servers as needed. Sometimes they'll be a bit slower to get to you or it'll seem like like they're rushing you, but no big red flags. I'm not expecting Michelin restaurant service, it's just the host who left a bad impression twice. I'll still go back when I'm over it since it's closeby and the sushi is good for this area. read more
2 years ago
Excellent just fish and rice, especially for the price. We got Omakase for under $100pp. Just down to the nitty gritty basics and they crush it. Giant clam geoduck, chutoro, glass shrimp, hotate all super fresh, perfect texture Favorite is zuke, nodoguro, salmon belly, last two torched with salt On the level of tadokoro in San Diego read more
4 years ago
OISHI!! I love that Arcadia now has a Japanese spot of this caliber so I don't have to trek to Little Tokyo and/or Pasadena for Osawa! Sushi Kisen touts itself as Arcadia's first Edomae style sushi restaurant. The exec chef, is from Japan & cut his teeth at Sushi Gen in Little Tokyo and Shiki Beverly Hills. We came for a week day lunch and it was wildly busy, but worth the wait. I had the deluxe chirashi lunch which had DELICIOUS fish but standouts were the negi toro (makes sense why they sell just a negitoro bowl) and the uni in it! Superb. I definitely want to come back for the sushi bar only omakase! read more
I'm a really stickler when it comes to my sushi. Although k will eat almost every type and place of sushi I love the ones that come straight out of Japan with authentic dishes and traditional Japanese trained chefs. We came here on our anniversary and had to bring the kids so unfortunately they don't do table omakase which is sort of a bummer but the menu ordered food is just as good. The ambiance was really welcoming and the place is spacious tucked away in a little shopping area in Arcadia this place is a real gem. And if you want to be out of the hustle and bustle of little Tokyo this is the perfect place. We ordered three orders of the premium sushi, tempura, tekka maki and ankimo and I've got to say all the food was excellent. The premium sushi is a winner. The food and quality very fresh. The price really reasonable and the staff was very friendly. I would say this is one of my preferred spots to go to that won't break your bank. Overall excellent place and I will definitely be back. Make reservations or go early this place fills up fast. read more
2 years ago
Finally found time to check this place out, located next to Chef Tony (the OG Ding Tai Fung spot), we managed to be to first in line prior to opening but it filled up quick. My wife got premium sushi lunch (because she likes uni) and I got the deluxe. Overall we enjoyed both but the deluxe has a couple of questionable items. We also ordered the octopus but that was bleh, definitely would not get that again....cold, bland and tough. Service was attentive and ambiance was pleasant. Parking is a little limited considering how many businesses there are in that plaza. read more
My good friend has been raving about the quality of fish at Sushi Kisen (even better than Sushi Gen per his words) and I knew I had to try for myself. We opted for the omakase option. Before we started, we wish we knew it was the type of omakase where the food doesn't stop until you let the chef know. Every piece of fish we had was fresh and flavorful but we were so full by the end. Sushi Kisen definitely takes the award for the most unique appetizer from a casual omakase experience. One of my favorite dishes of the night was kelp noodles in a ponzu jelly broth. It was so indescribably refreshing and incredibly delicious. I could have had a bowl of this on its own. The quality of fish was definitely very fresh and I enjoyed majority of the dishes served - some more than others. If I were to go back, I would order the chutoro, bafun uni (so incredibly buttery), torotaku roll, kanpachi, and kasugo. We accompanied our meal with a bottle of Kagatsuru plum sake. It was very pleasant and reminded me of a light, fruity sangria. Parking is in a shared lot with other businesses. Make sure to make reservations for the omakase experience. read more
I visited Sushi Kisen for their dinner set. There was no wait for a Saturday night dinner, which was a plus. The restaurant was cozy, setting a warming atmosphere. We got the deluxe sushi dinner and house sake. Our waitress was friendly, while the sushi came out fast. However, the quality of their sushi was average and not what I was expecting. The fish didn't taste as fresh and the sushi rice was falling apart. There also wasn't many variety of sushi in the deluxe set. The presentation was really nice, but I was hoping it would taste better. Maybe the premium set would be better. It was decent overall, but not as impressive for me to revisit. read more
2 years ago
Came here on a Thursday noon lunch and it was quite full of people. Parking in the parking lot can be a hassle, and we still had to wait about 15 minutes before being seated. Once we got seated we ordered green tea, which was refreshing but we weren't told that was going to be extra. Also had appetiziers which was very nice and healthy with veggies, cucumber, radish, and tofu. Had the negitoro cut roll which was very tasty with fatty tuna and fresh rice and seaweed. Can be in a hand roll if that's preferred. 5/5 Sashimi Lunch set - comes with miso soup and rice, and an assorted array of sashimi. It doesn't look that much which is always my biggest worry with lunch sets, but it was actually a filling meal. Some pieces are marinated in sauce, and some are fresh as is. It was a great variety of different flavors and textures, especially when mixed with rice, for a decent price of $25. Some of the nigiri two piece sushi are overpriced though imo. I get that some of the fish are rare and super fresh, but $15-20 for just two bites? I can't justify some of those, especially when the whole sushi/sashimi lunch is around the same price. read more
What an amazing place with decently priced omakase. I saw sushi Kisen in a list of new sushi restaurants to try and decided to try because their omakase was reasonably priced. When I called to make reservations, they told me it would be between $100-120, which is a great price. Definitely make reservations, especially for the sushi bar. I went on a weekday and it was pretty busy all night. Sushi Kisen is located inside a small strip center. Lot of parking around. The inside is super sleek and modern. The first time I came here, I tried to omkase. OMG, such good sushi. Fresh fish. They also ask about preferences and allergies, so I got a ton of sushi that I really enjoyed. My favorite was the uni and the toro handroll. I ordered another order a la carte. My belly was full at the end of the night, but my wallet was not THAT much lighter. LOL. I would definitely come here to try their omkase. I actually enjoyed this place so much that about 2 weeks later, I came here again. Unfortunately, I tried to come on a Saturday and they had no spots on the sushi bar for the first hour, which was a bummer. But, I opted for the table, which was pretty good. That being said, I am definitely going for the sushi bar next time I come here. I would definitely check this place out. Amazing sushi at a decent price. read more
Overall rating 3.5 stars Food - GREAT quality and freshness of the ingredients. Flavor wise, most of the dishes are authentic but not refined as I expected. Service - On top and friendly. I hope they can provide more specialized and customized services once the private room is done. I didn't sit at the chef's table while we still ordered the omakase. Perhaps the ambiance and services would have been more impressive if I sat in front of the bar. The hairy crab and chawanmushi were in the point! I would definitely go back and try other food on the menu. Nice go-to place in Arcadia when you crave for Japanese food. No need to drive all the way to little Tokyo. read more
I've been meaning to try this spot and came on a Friday night with a short wait. SK is located in a plaza on Baldwin Ave, right next to the old Din Tai Dung location. We opted for table seating since there is a minimum for bar seating. After reading Yelp reviews I also noticed that the Deluxe Sushi is a better deal than the Premium sushi based on the prices and number of sushi pieces that you'll get. Shrimp Tempura Deluxe Sushi Blue Fin Tuna Roll Blue Crab Meat Roll This was a good portion for two people. The service was also great here. I'm no expert in sushi quality but the fish here was fresh and delicious. Would come back again and order the Deluxe! read more
I went to Sushi Kisen with a small group of friends to try their omakase on a Monday night. The restaurant's interior and ambiance reflects Japanese aesthetics. Chef Ken served us high-quality and fresh ingredients. He also recommended us this bubbly sake that we all liked. The chef and waitresses were attentive and friendly. I only wished the seats at the bar weren't so close together. I felt a little bit cramped in there. The restaurant is located in a plaza with plenty of parking. The meal was pricey, but I would still go back to try other things on the menu. read more
Mediocre service! We arrived at 5pm, it was pretty empty. Got seated, and the server took our order. They came out w/ the side dishes. So far so good, except for one of the picked radish was extremely salty, almost inedible. Mid-way through dinner, I noticed business was picking up and the rush started to come in. I needed to order to go, so I flagged a female server to put in my togo order so i can leave on time after dinner. Overall, foods was pretty good. I got the bill and the lady came with cc machine. After paying my bill, I noticed that my togo order wasn't on there. Service was pretty hard to flagged down. Had to asked her abt my togo order and she said they forgot to put it in. Not a problem...but I wished they would at least rush my order and not have me wait 30 min for an order of sushi deluxe. I ordered it mid-way through dinner just so I can avoid the wait during the rush. Not the best experience, even tho I did what I can as a customer. read more
4 years ago
Came by for lunch with the extended family, and the food was really good. The quality was excellent and they have a few lunch specials that were reasonably priced. It's nice that the location is in Arcadia now instead of having to drive too far away. Some good combo meals, but I elected for the Sushi Deluxe lunch. As I usually am with sushi, I was still a bit hungry, but it was satisfying for lunch. The meal came with miso soup as well. Other popular items at the table were the sashimi and steak combo and the sashimi and grilled salmon. Everyone was happy with their meal. If you have a party of over 8 (maybe 6), they do add 20% gratuity, so be sure to notice that when paying at the end. In the words of the Terminator, "I'll be back!" read more
2 years ago
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1108 S Baldwin Ave
Ste B6
Arcadia, CA 91007
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How do you make a reservation for lunch?
Thank you for reaching out to us. Good News is we are on TOCK now. In order to make a reservation at Edomae Sushi Kisen. Please visit a reservation App called TOCK or visit…
What are your new lunch' and dinner omakase prices?
We offer " Omakase " Lunch and dinner service only at the SUSHI BAR. We do not offer a prefixed " Omakase " at a certain price at Sushi Kisen, and therefore the price changes…
Are you open on thanksgiving day? If yes, what's your hours? Thank you!
Hi Thank you so much for reaching out to us. Unfortunately, we will be closed on Thursday due to the Thanksgiving holiday.…
How can we make reservations? Do we call your number the day before or can make it the same day for lunch or dinner?
I wouldn't expect same day or even the day before. The venue is small, so I had challenges even a week before. It's as easy as a phone call though and they'll work with you...
Does the Hairy Crab need to be order in advance in order to guarantee avaibility? Price for half vs whole? Thanks!
It is market price item. For my weekday dinner in August, $80 for half and $140 for whole.
How much for the corkage?
$50 for 750ml or greater. $25 for anything smaller than 750ml.…
What is the price of Omakase?
There's an 80 dollar per person minimum to sit at the bar and order your own choices to reach that 80 per person mark or have omakase. from my experience once you've hit that mark having omakase they'll ask if you'd like anything that you'd like…
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