the lemon roll was very fresh and delicious. I really enjoyed the corn miso soup it was so yummy I wish it came in a bigger bowl! the popcorn shrimp was really crunchy and I would definitely order from here again. the menu is extensive so there's a lot to choose from. it's mainly street parking fyi. the inside is small but we were seated fairly quickly on a Saturday night. read more

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Number one sushi in Los Angeles hands down..! Christin is the nicest with great attitude. The lime roll melt in your mouth. Wow Wow everything is so delicious here . read more

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Place was pretty busy on a Saturday night! We called ahead but they only had a waiting list no reservations. There was outside seating with heated lamps on a colder night. We wanted some akimo and shirako so we called a few places. The quality varies by availability so not all Japanese places may have them each day. Luckily it was available when we went! The shirako was smooth and buttery in both its forms (as cold appetizer and sushi). The akimo was as expected. We also ordered the belly belly belly, sukiyaki hot pot, asparagus skewers, and hand rolls. All tasted good and just the right size. read more

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I used to come here at least once a week. Now the service is terrible, and the fish tastes like sink water. Wouldn't recommend

Everything was just mediocre -- definitely a bit disappointed considering the reviews and reputation. We got a variety of things -- oysters, salmon nigiri, tuna nigiri, soft shell crab, rolls, and salmon sashimi -- nothing really stood out to me as very good. The fish was ok, not some of the better fish I've had. The best roll we had was the Philadelphia roll, which is very disappointing to say the last. The oysters were straight up bad, and the soft shell crab was the best thing we had all night. Our server seemed very overwhelmed and forgetful as well. We will definitely not be returning read more

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A friend recommended this place and it's prob the best sushi place I've been to! Everything is extremely fresh and has great flavor. We got the salmon sashimi with truffle oil, yuzu roll and baked avocado/crab roll. Everyone was very attentive and ensured we had enough water. The plaza is a bit tiny so I recommend you find street parking! Right across the street from the Trader Joe's. read more

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I thought the food was just ok. It was good but did not wow me that I would crave any of the rolls. Don't get me wrong the fish was fresh but it was just ok. The rolls fell apart pretty quickly. The service was friendly but slow. It's a pretty small restaurant so the tables are very close together so it does get loud if you're trying to have a conversation The parking lot is small so searching for street parking is not the easiest in this neighborhood. read more

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Such a cute and cozy place. I was invited to go here with a friend of mine and she has been going for some time and I finally was able to join her. The place is clean and minimal in design. The chefs are very nice and the food is very fresh and tasty. The servers are attentive and helpful. We were there on a Monday night and it wasn't as busy but I can imagine it being full quickly as the space is limited. It's worth the try if you love sushi. I will be back again. read more

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Yuzu is always a hit. The Japanese A5 wagyu beef with truffle salt is melt in your mouth good. It's always super busy but the waiters are attentive. It's a good casual date night spot. read more

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We were surprised to see a line of people waiting for their doors to open on a Saturday night. And felt lucky to get a parking spot in their small lot! Soon after we were seated, most of the tables & the sushi bar were filled. They had an impressive selection of fresh fish for that day. Their huge menu was hard to choose from, because everything sounded so good. We loved everything we got: Edamame w/white truffle Yellowtail sashimi w/cilantro & crispy garlic Japanese Uni sushi Spicy Tuna on crispy rice Salmon toast Yuzu roll Service was excellent & all their tables were filled by the time we left. Highly recommend! read more

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One of my favorite sushi spots in the valley! Always super fresh food. The Yuzu roll came highly recommended so me and my date both got it and we ate every piece. I've never had a bad dish at Yuzu so I usually get some kind of roll and then a side of two-piece sushi. This time we also got the crispy rice This place has fair pricing and is in a great location, street parking as well. The staff is so kind and gave us a heating lamp since we sat outside. I'll be back soon! read more

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This place is the best little local sushi spot Evvvverrrr!!! The location is great , parking ? Not so much. But I manage each time I go, and don't mind. The restaurant is not that big , but with RSVPs we have never had any problems getting a table. The staff is very friendly and make you feel welcome . And now the best part ! The FOOD !!! Ah maz ing !!!! This place never disappoints. Always fresh , and always delicious. They have a fantastic variety of dishes, few of my favorites are the Asian roll, the Chilean Seabass hand roll, albacore sashimi with crispy rice , salmon carpaccio, scallop crudo , you know what ? Everything is amazing!!!! You can't go wrong. If you've never been here , definitely go and try it at least once . Then you will understand why I always see at least 10 people I know each time I go here. It's a fun atmosphere, good service, and great food ! Thank me later . read more

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This place is good! All that we ordered was so yummy! Forgot the names mostly sushi and oysters and rolls! First time here we tried their other restaurant last time. I think same menu but different name. read more

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Service was excellent and everything we ordered was delicious. I especially enjoyed the crispy rice tuna l just wish their portions were a tad bit bigger. read more

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When we arrived, the line was out the door, which made me feel like we were really in for a treat. The fish and ingredients tasted very fresh--which is honestly the baseline for good sushi in Los Angeles. Unfortunately, the dining experience didn't quite meet expectations. The space felt cramped, and the service was subpar. It was nice to try, but with so many excellent sushi spots nearby, I'd prefer to spend this price point somewhere with better service and a more comfortable atmosphere. I heard Kabosu next door shares the same owners and menu, so I might give that a try one day--but I don't think I'd return to Sushi Yuzu. read more

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Second time we have been here and been sat outside and were forgotten. This is usually my favorite sushi place but the service is so incredibly bad. Waiters are pretty rude. We waited over 45 minutes for our food and when it came to our table it was cold. It would be one thing if it was crowded inside but it really was not. My husband repeatedly had to go inside and ask for drink refills and ask for them to bring us our food which was just sitting on the counter. read more

This is our weekend spot. My wife and I have been going here almost every weekend. Delicious food. Great service. Ambiance is cool too. Everyone is nice here. read more

My all time faveeeee spot. The yellowtail sashimi with crispy garlic w cilantro, the albacore sashimi with crispy onion, the salmon sashimi with truffle oil and the lemon roll are 10/10 amazing. Must try!! They literally never disappoint and I'm always craving this spot it's actually an issue! read more

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Really really excellent sushi all around. Sorry I'm having a hard time remembering what the rolls were called but the yuzu roll was the best one hands down. I think the lemon roll and the lime roll are both very solid. The baked crab and salmon one was definitely the weakest out of the bunch though so I'd recommend rolling the dice on a different one. We also decided to try the baked salmon dynamite and it was a gamble that really paid off. I don't like mushrooms so I was picking at it but otherwise it was sooo good. Service was great and vibes were high. Will absolutely come back for more read more

Food was good. Not the best I had, but definitely a good spot. The service was really slow. I mean we could have ate so much more but we opted to get the check and leave to due the food coming out at turtle speed. read more

If I have to give them stars I'll ad 5 more 10 out of 10 .One of the best sushi spots in Riverside! Everything tasted incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. The quality of the fish really stands out, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. Great service and a nice atmosphere too. The servants are so friendly and polite. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to. read more

Food is great. Service is a bit slow. Very packed and hard to get a reservation on any day. Must Call before you go to avoid wait times. Super small space but the sushi is amazing. read more

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I've been coming to Sushi Yuzu for many years now and I've finally had some time to write this review. All the faces have become very familiar to me and I feel at times they recognize me also. Today's experience has been like the others with a warm welcome and a sense of urgency to find us a table to minimize our wait. Now this isn't always the case and we've waited our fair share of time but if it wasn't for the service and quality of food we'd have moved on a while ago. We don't live close but when we have the chance to drop in it's always definitely worth it. Some of my go to dishes from appetizers to rolls start with their garlic truffle edamame, lime and lemon rolls, spicy tuna hand rolls, spicy tuna crispy rice and fish plates are to die for. read more

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Avoid this place. My family and I had a bad experience at Sushi Yuzu on Riverside Dr in Burbank. The fish did not taste fresh and some items seemed improperly prepared. Shortly after eating, multiple family members became seriously ill and we had to seek medical care. It was a scary situation. On top of that, the service was poor. Staff came across rude and dismissive when we raised concerns. Based on this experience, I would not recommend this restaurant. read more

Super delicious really love the spicy tuna crispy rice here! Been here a number of times on different occasions and I guess I've just never written a review. Sometimes there can be a wait here so be prepared for that but generally, the service is quick and the ambience is pretty casual nothing too fancy but it is cute. read more

Consistently amazing food! Sushi is always fresh an and tastes great! Service is very friendly. Yuzu roll and lemon roll and absolute musts! Ambiance is relaxed. Great for lunch or dinner. Highly recommend read more

We had such a great experience here! The rolls were delicious and the fish tasted incredibly fresh. My favorite was the Yuzu Roll -- absolutely amazing! We came on a Friday night without a reservation, and they still found us a table very quickly. Highly recommend! read more

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First time back in about 3 years, and it was just as good as I remembered -- solid 5 out of 5. Vivian, our waitress, was great. Super friendly and attentive. The fish was fresh, and everything we ordered was delicious. The toro was absolutely amazing, and the hand rolls were on point. The Lemon Roll stood out as well -- highly recommend it. We had to sit outside since the wait for indoor seating was too long, but they do have a decent amount of parking which helped. Be prepared for a bit of a wait -- it took about an hour and a half both to get seated and for all of our food to come out. Still, completely worth it. read more

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After craving sushi for the past several weeks, I began my hunt for a new local sushi restaurant which had creative and exciting rolls. Sushi Yuzu fit the bill since the location is less than 15 minutes from my place and had some of the best and freshest sushi that I have had in quite some time. read more

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I really enjoyed the Sushi here, I liked that the menu had a variety of sushi options, traditional and new that other places didn't have. Must try is their Wagya ... read more

My favorite sushi spot! Every special occasion spent here for the last few years. Everything on the menu is divine.

This is by far my favorite sushi spot. I didn't take pictures of all the food because I ate it before they could set the plate down! Highly recommend the albacore sashimi appetizer that comes with crispy onion and the yellowtail sashimi with cilantro jalapeño. All the fish is very fresh and tender. Spicy tuna crispy rice in the mini size is awesome too. If you want a hot appetizer try the yellowtail ribs! Tried the Kushiyaki for the first time and it was really good but I prefer fish. The restaurant is small but they have outside seating with heaters. Mind you they are plastic tables and chairs on the sidewalk. Service is quick and staff is friendly(for the most part). I ended up dropping one of my salmon nigiri's on the floor and They were nice enough to bring me a new one which was not expecting. Prices are a bit high but you get what you pay for! read more

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Yes this place is a little hard to get into but for good reason. It's sooo good. The wait is worth it or just make a reservation. Their sushi is always fresh and delicious. Yuzu roll, lemon roll and my favorite roll the the crab and salmon roll. Mmm. Sashimi is fresh. Love this place and its walking distance from my house. read more

Really excellent quality fish and attentive service. The interior is minimalist and clean but on the smaller side. I would recommend getting a recommendation unless you are open to sitting out on the patio seating. Salmon sampler was really unique flavor profiles paired with salmon. Rice was perfectly seasoned and flavored, would def recommend. We also ordered several white fishes like sea bream and hamachi which were really nice cuts of nigiri as well. Ginger was natural and seemed pickled in house with no unnatural pink color. It was fantastic and would love to get back soon read more

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PARKING If you live in this area, you know that parking in Toluca Lake can be a bit of a challenge so don't get frustrated if you couldn't find parking. There's tons of parking on the main street, Riverside Drive, and a teeny weeny parking lot is right next to it but be forewarned, if you have a big truck or a full size car, you might find it a bit challenging to park it since the spaces are meant for smaller, economical sized cars. FOOD The last time I was here was over 11 years ago, maybe even more. I used to come here a lot knowing they had high quality sushi but I'm not sure if they have kept up their reputation so I'm giving it a shot. Let me tell you what looks good based on the menu they handed me. Baked Lobster Roll $42.00 with truffle dynamite sauce on top of baked crab roll with soy paper Deep Fried Jumbo Soft Shell Crab Roll $20.50 Unagi Oshizushi (pressed box sushi with fresh water eel 4 pcs) $21.00 comes with simmered shitake mushroom and egg Chilean Sea Bass Tempura Green Roll $22.00 comes with soy paper, arugula, asparagus, green beans and edamame Baked Crab and Salmon Roll $24.00 comes with soy paper, avocado, baked crab dynamite on top Today's special also includes Japanese Wagyu Beef $27.00 I piece served with Uni, Caviar, and gold flak SERVICE I was greeted as soon as I walked and server came by our table right away. I was waiting for my party to come in and they were very patient with me and didn't pressure me to order prematurely (I wasn't sure what they want so I didn't want to assume). AMBIANCE Bring your family here (if they like sushi like you and I do). But if you've been following me here on Yelp (wink! Wink! Yup that was a hint my love!) then you'll know that I am as honest as you can get with my reviews - especially when it comes to ambiance for your Dates. This place would be great for a 5th or 6th date, I wouldn't recommend it for your first date unless you're a regular and you know what you want. The extended menu is scanned via a QR Code so the short version of the menu is handed out to you when you walk in. It's a small selection so scan the QR for the rest of the menu read more

The service here is always perfect. The food here is amazing and the staff is super nice. This is my favorite sushi place in all of Los Angeles. read more

My 2nd time here and I just love this place and kabosu (sister location). They NEVER disappoint. We left WeHo just to come here for sushi bc we knew it wouldn't disappoint. It's a small intimate place. A little bit smaller than kabosu I think. Only walk ins and they're very busy for dinner. There have a private one-way lot, and you can park in any of the spots esp if it's after hours for the other businesses. But there's plenty of street parking. Our go to order. All 5/5: - any of the sashimi with fried garlic and onions and their ponzu sauce - spicy edamame - spicy tuna crispy rice 5 small pieces - lemon roll - yuzu roll All this for $100 for 2 ppl. Not bad and we're finished it all with nothing leftover! I've never had a missed quality meal here and I'm amazed at the quality here. You'll be surprised to see how there are mostly non Asians who frequent this place, but I can see why they love it! read more

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I eat a lot of sushi because for me sushi is healthy food and i like to be healthy this place is my favorite for the price and the quality read more

This place is busy! But if people are lining up, you know it's good! Ideally, if you can when it's busy, throw yourself at the mercy of the bar. To eat, we ordered: - two hand rolls (blue crab and negi hama jalapeno) - Yuzu and Lemon rolls - pork belly hot pot The hand rolls were OK, definitely paid for the area and atmosphere. YUZU Roll is a MUST and the lemon can do without. Was shockingly disappointed with the hot pot, it was bland and didn't have much flavor at all. Their traditional Japanese style sushi is good, outside of that we could use a little help. Also, I'm not sure if it might've been the day that we went, but our food seemed to come out kinda long and we were mistakenly given another patron's roll. read more

Did you know that sushi is the most common food in Los Angeles in terms of restaurant spots? Honestly, I have no idea if that is true; but it seems like that (and tacos) would hold the top spot in my non-expert opinion. I rarely meet anyone who doesn't love sushi - and I don't trust anyone who doesn't! Thus, there are a million and one places available in LA to grab sushi from elegant high-end offerings to food trucks and everything in between. One of these spots is Sushi Yuzu in Toluca Lake. How does it stack up? Sushi Yuzu is under the Yuzuya Corporation umbrella and has a 'sister-restaurant' under the same management and ownership (located down the street from Sushi Yuzu, Kabosu). Nestled across the street from Trader Joe's at the Forman/Riverside intersection in the busy/cute bustling strip of Toluca Lake filled with shops, eateries and theaters; Sushi Yuzu welcomes with a charming white stucco exterior architectural look that would fit right in the coastal areas with its Spanish influence and outdoor seating. Street parking is available along Riverside or on the beautiful, neighboring Toluca Lake residential streets. Dinner opening hours start at 5:30pm at Sushi Yuzu and even though my dining partner and I arrived barely after 6; the eatery was already buzzing with activity and filled tables. The interior of Sushi Yuzu is not that noteworthy and almost reminds me of an undecorated cafeteria with one large dining room; so we opted to dine outside for more privacy and enchantment. Oddly, the outdoor tables are white plastic folding tables (perhaps this was a Covid setup and they never opted for real tables?) so it felt slightly haphazard but the host was kind enough to move an umbrella to better block the sun shining into the eyes of my dining partner. The menu at Sushi Yuzu is pricy, so bring your prepared wallets. Perhaps this is expected with the neighborhood, but they do have daily specials 6 out a bit. My dining partner and I decided to order four items to share and went with Kamasu (red barracuda - daily special $13), Yellowtail Sashimi w/ Cilantro Jalapeno and Ponzu Vinaigrette ($22), Baked Crab & Salmon Roll (Baked salmon roll w- soy paper, avocado outside, baked crab dynamite on top $13) and Lime Roll (which I can't find on the menu so I can't provide the price - sorry! I did include a photo with this review!). The star of the show at Sushi Yuzu is the plating presentation. The dishes are GORGEOUS, artful and delicate highlighting small details like charred fish skin and herb/sauces. It almost looked too good to eat! But eat, we did. Everything was delicious and very fresh: no rubbery or smelly fish, here! The dishes were balanced and not over the top and really allowed the fish to shine. That being said, none of the sushi blew my mind or was memorable. I never had that, "Holy shit!" - moment nor felt like I had to return in the near future. Sushi Yuzu is therefore best described as average, and I wouldn't rush to return over trying another sushi spot. Our check, along with a diet coke, came to about $90 which shows how Sushi Yuzu tips the scale a bit. Redeeming this is the portion sizes: they certainly do not skimp. So, at least diners aren't jilted and rather are getting what they pay for. Service was meh. Although the male host who accommodated the sun-situation at our arrival was kind; our waitress was slightly on the cold/unfriendly side and was a bit aggressive in rushing us and not making conservation. She didn't make us feel welcome, at all. Sushi Yuzu isn't bad - don't misunderstand me - but the folding tables outside with plain interior, poor waiter service, high prices and food that didn't leave a memory make it simply a solid average sushi eatery. Meaning, okay to try if in the area, but don't necessarily go out of your way. Besides, there are a million and one other sushi places nearby! read more

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