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    Te Isshoku

    5.0 (131 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Salad compartment in bento box
    Valerie C.

    My best find in 2025 so far!!!! No cap! Te Isshoku is a beautiful sushi stall nestled in Bunker Hill, and I wholeheartedly recommend you to give this place a try. I am confident that you will not regret it. For starter, the lady/owner is super friendly and sweet. She took time to explain what was in the bento box, and you could just tell that she put a lot of heart into this place. I got the Salmon box. Everything about this box was delicious- just look at the photo!! Everything was so fresh and well-balanced. There was seasonal fresh fruit (jumbo cherries) and tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet). Salmon was very fresh and abundant. Underneath the salmon was a bed of Japanese pickled vegetables. There was also a fusion salad, mixed with lotus roots, avocado, cucumbers, tomatoes, and fresh greens. Eating this bento box was like going through a treasure chest, I couldn't stop oohing and ahhing. Even though this is a to-go place, its quality is comparative, if not better than many sit down restaurants. I didn't order ahead but it was a Saturday around 6:00pm, so the wait was about 20 minutes. Everything was made fresh. Ordering ahead might be helpful on a busy weekday, or if you're in a rush.

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    Fortuna N.

    I love getting sushi here as they serve it kinda like kimbap style with pickled radish and fresh cucumbers in their rolls that add so much freshness. We got the: Fatty Tuna Futomaki 4pcs (5/5): It was huge sushi rolls stuffed with dry aged bluefin fatty tuna (toro) that melted in your mouth. They were so nice and gave me extra on top for free! You can taste the high quality of the fatty fish that melts like butter. Inside the rolls comes with organic salad, cucumber, radish, and the perfect amount of rice. You get to choose seaweed paper or soy paper and I got seaweed. Spicy Scallop Futomaki 12 pcs (4.5/5): This roll was stuffed with fresh, wild scallops in a spicy, lite mayo sauce. It came with organic cucumber, salad, radish, and rice as well! The 12 pcs was def worth your money as I was full after 6 pcs. The rolls were also huge! My go to sushi pick up spot whenever I'm in DTLA. They don't have seating inside because their store literally is their kitchen and pick up counter only. However, you can eat in the courtyard of the financial district offices that provides the best views!

    Zain K.

    A pretty special little take-out joint in downtown LA. The wait for my box was a hour (as an out-of-towner, I wasn't hip to the online ordering system), but no complaints whatsoever. My seared albacore box was full of treasures, including the abundant quantity of fish, the perfectly seasoned rice, the assortment of salads and pickled veg, the wild cherries, and more. It was a lot of food for this light eater, but again, no complaints. Food aside, the woman at the counter was very friendly and patient in talking me through the menu and explaining the ordering system.

    Frank H.

    Wow! This was a surprise find as I was exploring Downtown LA... great take out place! Super amazing service and in a really cool space by the Bunker Hill Steps! The sushi was fresh and super tasty!

    Jonathan C.

    This is my secret hidden gem. I absolutely love this place. Located on the Bunker Hill steps right behind Equinox, this is a such an unsuspecting sushi spot. The quality, the presentation, the flavor, Chef Te Dong has got it down packed. Each cut of fish is crafted so well that every bite is well savored. As usual, I'd recommend the classic salmon futomaki as you can never go wrong with good fatty salmon. Yellowtail and scallops are just as declious as well. If anything, just try one roll and you'll instantly see the difference between Chef Te's creation vs everyone's else. I can't wait to wait to return here to get more of these rolls.

    Yummy and yummy
    Erik L.

    Should have gotten more pictures. Very Japaneseish, tiny stall, exemplary service and quality food. Very grateful for places like this. We will definitely be back

    Norwegian /Salmon/ Usuzukuri 8pc
    David M.

    Te Isshoku is a true hidden gem--I can see why it has nearly 100 five-star reviews as of April 2025. I ordered the salmon box, which is made to order with an impressive attention to detail. The chef explained that the rice is prepared to a precise temperature and the fish isn't broken down until you order to ensure optimal freshness. The result is a beautiful and generous box with thick cuts of salmon, perfectly seasoned rice, pickles, salad, and seasonal fruit--in this case, juicy pears. It even comes with a piece of tamago for dessert. It's a lot of food, and every component felt thoughtful and high quality. The location is tucked away on the Bunker Hill steps and easy to miss. I had seen it before and honestly thought it looked sketchy, so I never gave it a chance. But while looking for new places downtown, I saw the stellar Yelp reviews and decided to finally try it--so glad I did. Insider tip: Order online ahead to save time. It took about 20 minutes for the box to be ready, which is understandable given the made-to-order approach. They don't always have capacity or ability to accept walk-up orders. The rolls are faster, and I'm definitely coming back to try those next.

    Nanc E.

    Chef Te and Lisa have been major superstars with their sushi, service, and all around experience. The major thing that motivates me to go into downtown LA is looking forward to takeout lunch from Te Isshoku. Every time I arrive to the pick up booth, both chefs have the most positive attitude and makes every effort to ensure you have a wonderful experience. Whether you're ordering a 12pc set or the bento box, you're in for a delicious treat that will carry you for the rest of the day. The bento boxes are amazing because you have a generous portion of salad, fish, rice, and end things off with a seasonal selection of fruits. Everything is high quality that yes, you'll struggle to pick why you want to order because it's that good. The ambience of the shop is really cute and functional, they know how to maximize their space!! Downtown LA continues to be blessed with this amazing sushi shop. Tell your friends and coworkers!!

    Trisha C.

    I came here after seeing how good it looked on Yelp. It was a little nook. I got their Norwegian Salmon Signature Box (could not resist how good and beautiful it looked). It took about 20 minutes to prepare, so I recommend calling in ahead of time. I had messed up my order when I ordered online, so I called in, and they did not give me any pushback for wanting to cancel my order and order it correctly the second time. They have only outdoor seating, and where they are located is beautiful downtown. They have been open for three years now, and the lady said she added extra salmon on the house. Everything was so fresh and seasonal. It took me a couple of sittings to finish it, and I eventually did. I was hungry enough I could eat all of it, and it is enough for two people. I definitely will come back and try their other food. Really great service, food, and peaceful for where they are located.

    Nina S.

    A truly hidden gem in LA!!! Bf found this little spot while walking around Bunker hill, it's located on the 2 floor when you go up the escalator. Honestly the area around it is Such a peaceful beautiful spot to grab sushi and sit down and enjoy the heart and peaceful side of LA. The sushi rolls are super fresh and delicious. The miso soup with shiitake mushrooms also paired very well with everything. The sweet lady who made our order was also sooo incredibly kind. Definitely made it an experience to come back to and revisit again. Thank you!

    Outside steps
    Kate O.

    Such a great spot in DTLA, just up the bunker hill steps! I recommend ordering ahead online to save time! The fish is so fresh, friendliest service ever, and they walked me through every item in the box, highly recommend!

    Albacore Futomaki 12pcs
    Albert T.

    The stand is located halfway up the steps from 5th Street, right by the first set of escalators. Takeout only though there's a courtyard on the corner of 5th and Flower that has shaded seating during lunch. I ordered ahead of time and pickup was a breeze. I had the Albacore Futomaki which had a generous portion of fish per roll and with plenty of ginger and wasabi. The outside of the albacore appeared to be lightly seared and was well seasoned.

    Alicia K.

    This unassuming takeout kiosk is literally a $45 trip to Japan. We scheduled our orders for pickup and everything was ready on time and perfectly packed. We got their Bluefin Tuna Catch of the Day Box, and when we did, the owner kindly came out to introduce every carefully thought out component of the meal. From the generous portion of fish, neatly placed fruit, and extra sauces/dressings, you truly don't need the dine-in option to experience the hospitality and care of this little restaurant. The fish was MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH fresh, and this was some of the richest toro I have ever had!! The pickles were tangy and crunchy, the fruit looked GMO-worthy, etc. etc bc this box comes with too much to appreciate!!

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    This place was amazing I was in LA for a night for a show and the food is sooooo goood

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    Wow! That was absolutely delicious. I tip my hat to the chef. Please do not change anything. Thank you!

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