The sashimi was incredibly fresh, and the chef was very friendly when we sat at the sushi bar. All…read moreof the servers were also very kind and attentive. This is the only place I come to for sushi. Highly recommend!!

Beautiful atmosphere! We got the red dragon roll and it was amazing. Our server Chris was very…read morepolite and attentive. Definitely coming back again!

Food: 5 Ambiance: 4…read moreService: 5 Ambiance includes the parking, the location and the fact that the bathroom is outside in the back. But that is minutiae compared to the delicious foods . The tuna as bright red, the toro was buttery and the sushi rice was delicious. The hamachi Kama was unbelievable. Cooked to perfection. Nice crust but not overcooked. I can't say enough. We had the Kama, edamame, 1 roll, 12-14 pieces of nigiri and 1 hand roll and a beer . For 2 plus %20 tip was $150. I will be back. It's a must TRY while in Long Beach. Bon appetit.

Returned because I'd been daydreaming about the Spicy Scallop Roll. The service from the waitress…read morewas superb and she ensured the water was flowing throughout the meal. Since I counted only 6 of us in the restaurant, each item was delivered in rapid succession. I ordered the Halibut Carpaccio, Spicy Scallop Roll, Negi Toro Hand Roll, and Hokkaido Scallop Nigiri. Everything was delicious, but the serranos on the halibut forced me to tap out again. The hokkaido scallops were divine, but hot damn were they soaked in wasabi, which was overwhelming. The hand roll was tasty, but a little too much wasabi also. Obviously, these are personal preferences and don't affect the fact that Kimu is a 5-star establishment.

I have been to this place before and what a winner it is! The ambiance is inviting, the food was…read moreseasoned well. I most of all thoroughly enjoyed their vegetarian sushi roll; it is to die for! Scrump-deli-umptious! Our servers were efficient, friendly and accommodating

Found this on Yelp and it sounded like a nice place to eat on a Sunday for lunch. I made…read morereservations and when I arrived, I was told there would be about a fifteen-minute wait. Parking was no issue since it's located at the Long Beach Exchange food hall and is located on the outside of the food hall. My waiter advised me that Tobi Miller from The Wallflowers is a owner / partner here. Ambiance is modern, nicely decorated and spacious. We opted for the middle tier AYCE option which was recently added to their menu. We dined on filet mignon, pork belly, beef short ribs, nigiri, hand rolls, pickled cucumbers, karaage, Toro crispy rice, Shishito peppers, salad, and miso soup. Quality was solid and service was attentive. Beverages are not included but dessert of green tea ice cream is. Overall, I had an enjoyable brunch and was pleased with this eatery. After the meal it was nice to take a stroll of the Long Beach Exchange food hall.

Ordered delivery from this place last night as Saturday has been unofficial "sushi night" in our…read morehouse for two weeks so far. I ordered the Crunchy Vegetable Roll with sweet soy sauce and was not disappointed. Inside the was yummy vegetable tempura and the tempura flakes on top of the roll really added some extra texture, flavor and crunch. I'd like to visit the physical store sometime but I look forward to this roll again no matter how I get it!

UPDATE: When I went back to pick up my new roll they had done a beautiful job and gave me some…read moreextra. This is very considerate of this business. I have changed it to a 3 star. I used to really like 39 degrees. The last time I had it was about two months ago. It wasn't the best, but it was okay. This time I went for lunch and I was given the cucumber roll that is pictured. They got my simple "tuna roll" wrong, so I waited for them to remake it. The first time I asked for a regular tuna cut roll. They made it spicy and had to redo it. When I got home with that one it was like a California roll or something. I had to drive back for them to do it again!

had a date night with my wife here and as a huge izakaya fan, i crave yakitori, sushi, and hamachi…read morekama on a daily basis. while i usually have high expectations, long beach at times, does disappoint with too much salt and heavy sauces, but homareya has changed all of that. i was transported to japan with the feel of a master at work with a menu that was just unique enough to include a variety of techniques. the veggies were insane. the yakitori was insane. and the hospitality was also just perfect. i only wish it was nearer to me so i could eat it every day. thank you for existing homareya!

I had a scallop skewer, pork belly skewer, sashimi, and the famed Shinsyu premium Wagyu steak…read more Service was great in the beginning, but when my original server went home for the night, his coworker didn't hold the same standard. Its a small place, and it wasn't overly busy. Its likely that it was a slow night and server #2 appeared to be socializing with some friends seated at another table. In other news, I don't understand the hype over the Wagyu. In my opinion, it was oddly greasy but overcooked. No one asked how I like my steak - which is fine if that's customary in Japanese cuisine - but the end result simply missed the mark. However, I want to add that the owner was absolutely lovely! He made me a drink that resembled an Old Fashioned, and it was delicious. I can tell the owner truly cares about his restaurant - and for that reason - I'm willing to come back and try something different.

I love this place!!!! The food is all so yummy and I bring everyone I can here. Also I get to get…read moremy car washed after (there is a car wash next door the waiters did not wash my car)

Aikan Sushi has been my go-to spot for AYCE sushi!…read more Every time my family and I visit, it has always been consistent and delicious. We always order the baked mussels, crispy rice spicy tuna/salmon, agashi tofu, and a ton of nigiris. The rice-fish ratio is perfect- nice blending of the fish and rice. The service is spot on- really quick and attentive employees. The inside is pretty long- there are plenty of tables and seats, plus there is bar seating as well. Overall, it's a perfect restaurant for AYCE sushi!!! I can't wait to go back.

Finally a good curry place near me. Tanuki (raccoon dog) is a Japanese curry spot that recently…read moreopened. While curry is their specialty they have other items such as udon, teriyaki, and donburi bowls as well as a few typical appetizers such as tempura and karaage. The restaurant is not very big but has a fair amount of tables. Its style has a mix of modern and traditional Japanese elements with lofi music playing in the background. We were given a friendly welcome upon entering and the service was great. We started with the mixed tempura which was light and crispy - a perfect starter that won't fill you up. For dinner we tried the beef curry and chicken katsu curry. Both were delicious. I had the chicken katsu. I really liked the breading as it was light and crispy - not too thick or greasy. The sauce was also rich and flavorful. I made it a combo which includes miso soup and a salad of choice. I selected the cucumber salad which was a little sweet but refreshing with the meal. I hope to try their donburi next.

So stoked that there are more proper East Asian restaurants west of the 605 and south of the 91…read more My order was a chicken katsu curry takeaway. I called it in on a lazy Tuesday after hiking. Food didn't take that long but I like that there was a wait because I know it'll be freshly made. When I walked into the restaurant to pick up my order, inside was cozy and I noticed that it was pretty busy for a late Tuesday lunch. A really nice young woman who rang me up and handed me my bag of goods. When I got home, I was pleased to see that they had separated the Katsu from the curry sauce, so my meat didn't end up being soggy. Their curry sauce is different from most curry houses. There are some herbs in it that I can't put my finger on, but I love it because it's not like any of the others. Chicken was juicy and rice was fluffy. I also like their kizami ginger which had a nice solid crunch. Even though it took me a while to pick up my food, it was still nice and warm when I sat down to eat it. Very happy with the presentation and the flavour. We'll try to visit and eat at the restaurant next time. Parking lot is small and can get a little crowded with all the other businesses open. But there is also street parking available. Also, because it's a Japanese restaurant, they are not open on Mondays.

Tried out this place during first Fridays at Bixby Knolls. It's a smaller restaurant so it got…read morepacked very quick. They also have outdoor seating. Inside was cute and cozy. They have a big screen to watch games. The staff were all very nice and service was quick. I was actually surprised that the katsu came out before the roll. The Tokyo Hambagu was a massive portion (came with 2 thick patties). The katsu was so soft and perfectly crisped. The wow roll was also really good with the fried onions on top. It can get a bit pricey but I think it's worth the try!

went in to get take out but decided to dine in…read more lunch time is such a nice time to come in. very peaceful, nice music & great natural lighting. two days ago they started us off with miso soup as soon as we sat and we ordered some of our favorites from the place yellow tail cilantro w serrano for one roll and the crunchy roll for the other. along with some shishito peppers. finished it off with some desert - tempura ice cream. it's huge! had to take it home. it was soo good. (not pictured) today we went back for the yellowtail carpaccio, poke nachos, crunch roll & shishito peppers. all really good. (also, notable dish is the tokyo hambagu) i usually get that but ill get it again soon. service was excellent. thanks to the te-buru staff (two gentlemen) working lunch shift two days ago and for today the lady whom took our order. special thanks to the kitchen staff, always killing it back there

sushi and roll it oke but i waiting 25min for dessert and can't eat bc they missed my oder?read more

Hands down one of the best sushi experiences I've had in Long Beach so far. From the moment I…read morewalked in, I felt transported to Japan. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and I believe the owners were there that evening, they were incredibly kind and even toasted with me a few times, which made the experience feel extra special. Every dish was beautifully presented, incredibly fresh, and packed with flavor. I wish I could tell you exactly what everything was, but my ADHD memory isn't doing me any favors . What I do remember is that every bite was delicious. The sashimi melted in my mouth, the nigiri was perfectly prepared, and the presentation was stunning from start to finish. If you're looking for high quality sushi in Long Beach, this spot is absolutely worth a visit. I already can't wait to go back. P.S. The photos probably do a better job of remembering what I ordered than I can.

Really solid gyu katsu!…read more This was my first time trying gyukatsu and I was really wowed by the whole experience. I love how you can control how you want the steak cooked with the hot slab! I expected the meat to be slightly chewy but it was actually really tender despite how long you cook it! It goes so well with the wasabi and salt! I got the udon combo but found it to be A LOT of udon, so I would probably just get the gyu katsu separately next time! The service was on top of it, they were quick to switch out the hot slabs when it got cooler or reignite the flame! The restaurant is pretty small and a nice place to enjoy their happy hour! I do wish they invested in better cups as the paper cups got soggy quite fast~

Katsumura is a cozy Japanese izakaya style spot known for their katsu dishes. They are located in a…read moreplaza with a solid amount of parking spots. Inside, they have a good amount of seating and a family friendly ambiance. I got the Gyu Katsu with Curry and it was definitely affordable and delicious! All of the staff here are very chill and welcoming. Stop by and get any of their katsu dishes and you won't regret it!