I been to many top sushi restaurants and I will say this place compares in terms of freshness and…read morequality. Even appetizers are amazing, I highly recommend the soft shell crab and the Las Vegas roll. All the sushi were fresh and I was surprised to find that you can request real wasabi and it comes on certain orders as well. Staff are amazing super kind and friendly. Been here multiple times and never had anything bad to say. The vibes are cool plenty of seating options and overall a great experience I will always come back.

Always a great experience here! I love grabbing a seat at the bar and ordering the Sakana Lunch…read moreSpecial. It's the perfect combo of fresh sushi, salmon, and crispy tempura. Everything tastes amazing and always hits the spot. John was especially friendly and made the experience even better, it was so nice chatting with him. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

When my day is tough and people are trying to kill me with assassins, i stop by here order the…read moreomakase', mix pills with beer and nigori and all of a sudden life is magical. The only downside is I grew up in this town.And I bump into so many people since i'm super popular.And I hate small talk.

We celebrated my mother's birthday, I asked what she wanted and she said Sushi and Japanese food. I…read moreremembered that someone recommending Haruka while I somewhere nearby and decided to head there. Located in a small plaza, Haruka is a neighborhood favorite, and I can see why. The interior has a modern aesthetic and even on a Wednesday evening, it was packed with a wait. We didn't have to wait too long, but as we ate and had dinner I noticed that it was full consistently. We sat down and they have have a wide array of items on their menu. We went with 3 dinner specials which have a small options (one has tempura, another with a California Roll. and one with Both) safe to we ordered one of each. For Apps we got some Edamame and Kaarage. For Rolls, we went with Rainbow Roll and Catapillar Roll. Starting with apps, the edamame to me was good a touch less salt which was great for my father. The karaage was flavorful with that sesame taste and juicy interiror. To me it was rather small compared to what I am used to, but flavor wise on par. The Rainbow roll is a staple anywhere I go for the first time as that gives me the array of fish with a California roll. The fish was fresh tasting and to me was fine. My slight disappointment was with the Caterpillar Roll, my parents just returned from Japan and the first thing they compared the roll to was what they experienced over there. Not a fair comparison, but none the less I am posting it here as refence as I see the same in surrounding restuarants here. The dinner special comes with Miso Soup, Salad, Protein of choice, and a choice of side (tempura, California Roll, or both). We each got one of the combinations. The Chicken Teriyaki was juicy and good compared to what I normally get from similar restaurants. Overall, a good choice if your simply looking for something balanced. What won me over, was the service. The place was packed and the staff and manager were out there doing what they can, but I didn't hear a single complaint around the restaurant. Not about the wait times, nor the food, and that matters. A small interaction that I happened to pick up, was one of the staff helping an elderly gentleman put on his coat. A small gesture but to me means the world. If they can take a second to do that for him, they really care about your experience. As a local favorite, I can highly recommend this place not just that the food is good, but because service tipped my scale. Mind the place was packed and smiles all around from everyone. I will be back if I am around, I am so glad I was able to finally check this one off my list!

My wife and I love to try out different Japanese/ramen spots around the area and, so far, Kontentsu…read morehas been our favorite. We try to come once a month to enjoy their delicious spicy tonkotsu ramen, spicy gyoza's and chicken karaage. The service is excellent. At least, for us. No matter who you get as your waiter/waitress, they will always treat you with respect and make sure that everything is to our liking without behaving in an exaggerating manner. How busy it gets in the restaurant truly depends on what time of day you are there. We like to go right after they reopen from the middle of the day, and we tend to experience a calm atmosphere as things get going once again for the evening rush. We love Kontentsu, and we will continue to support their business while they support our hungry stomachs!

Service was fast for just one dude working, he was super nice…read more Ambiance is lovely I like the vibe and the seating Honestly things needed salt but I like the Brussels sprouts a lot, the aioli that comes with the karaage and sprouts are nice. Gyudon needed more flavour. I enjoyed the fact that they had a jar of pickled veggies on the side

Amid all the sushi spots around Montrose, this is the one you want! The first time my wife and I…read morestopped in for takeout, we ordered one miso soup to share. The staff noticed and surprised us with an extra bowl so we each had our own soup. A small, but thoughtful gesture that brought us back through the door. We made a point to return for what we now proudly call "Sushi Monster Monday," a tradition we invented moments before walking in on a Monday night. Every roll we tried was incredibly fresh. The California Roll was made with real crab, the Spicy Tuna Roll was perfectly spicy, and the Tamago was deliciously squishy! Beyond the food, the warmth of this place really seals it. The team is genuinely kind and welcoming. They even let my wife and I draw a monster, which they proudly taped up on their wall of monster drawings. Delicious food, warm and welcoming staff, and great atmosphere! I give this place 10 monsters!

I love sushi monster. With so many sushi places in the neighborhood you have plenty to choose from…read more I love the spicy tuna with jalapenos. This place is top notch.

Matcha beer was interesting/different. The Matcha latte's - AMAZING…read more Food and service was 10/10 but 4/5 for atmosphere b/c we weren't able to sit in the upstairs area. Apparently it's reserved for larger private parties. Still overall a great night out with friends and family.

Tried Sake Sushi in Montrose and really enjoyed it. The fusion rolls were fresh, flavorful, and…read morenicely balanced without feeling too heavy. I also tried their new matcha with cold foam, and it was surprisingly good--smooth, refreshing, and a nice change from the usual drink options. The overall vibe was relaxed and welcoming too. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

had such a great experience at Hikari Sushi. The food was amazing, and the service made it even…read morebetter. Our server, Dylan, was super friendly and had a great personality, which really added to the overall atmosphere.

Large establishment with parking lot in front. There is…read moreboth sushi bar seating and table seating available The menu is quite large and variable Ingredients are fresh Preparations are made to order Sushi rolls are offered with and without rice options and a variety of wrappers Items are described well Notifications of spice level is made clearly The amount of rice is minimal so that the fish is not overwhelmed Will har to come back and try more in the menu

My dad's go-to place for sushi…read more Blue Fish is located on Honolulu Ave with plenty of parking in the back. There's usually just a short wait--only a few minutes--and it's absolutely worth it. The restaurant is very clean with a comfortable, enjoyable ambiance. You can sit inside or outside, both are great options. The service is excellent. Unlike many places, the staff doesn't interrupt with unnecessary questions while you're trying to enjoy your meal, which I really appreciate. Good sushi isn't cheap anywhere, and Blue Fish is no exception--but the quality matches the price. I highly recommend the Anoosh Roll--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly crunchy.

Located on the heart of Montrose on Honolulu Ave, this restaurant looks very welcoming and cozy…read morefrom the outside. We came here for early lunch and ordered a few items on the menu. -Karage - it was okay. Pieces were big which was nice but there were some fatty pieces and little meat. I wasn't too big of a fan of the sauce either. - Ramen - broth and noodles flavors were good, but the egg was completely wrong and didn't have the umami flavors. It was just a hard boiled egg, which was disappointing. But my son really enjoyed the ramen and says he wants to come back for the ramen. - Caterpillar roll - mediocre rolls, that are a bit more on the smaller side. Flavor was fine, it was to be expected. - Beef bento box - also just ok. There were only about 3-4 pieces of beef, and most of it was vegetables. Nothing special. We'll probably come back here for the ramen but will probably avoid other items.

Im from anaheim and drive up here to try the sushi and it was honestly amazing. The service was…read moregreat and quickly got everything I needed. The oysters and sashimi were sooooo goood and tasted so fresh. The sashimi were large thick pieces and the marbling on the salmon were so good. Even with that long drive here i would say it was definitely worth it.

I have been here twice. The first time was 2 years ago. Then I recently visited. This review is…read morebased on the latest visit. Pros: Decent back parking Clean Nice dining environment Cons: The food. The prices Slow service Since food is the most important aspect of a restaurant, I will focus my review on the food. It's not great. In fact, you can have much better Japanese / Chinese food in the area for less $$$. I'm willing to pay more if the food were better. But I can't accept dry overcooked salmon, greasy tempura and overly salty Kung Pao chicken. The standard needs to improve. The entrees need to taste better. I'm better off going to Panda Express or Sushi Stop for half the price, and better tasting food.

Slow Tuesday, bar ready! Love going here for a quick drink after work to unwind! Service always…read moregreat, Jill at the bar will take care of you! Thanks Jill for the great service!!

Came here last night to celebrate a birthday. It was our second time dining here. We had a small…read moreparty of five and were seated at a shared table with another family who had two small children. Everyone ordered something different. I had the filet and chicken combination, with chicken liver as my appetizer. Overall, everything was good. The chicken breast was slightly overcooked and a bit tough, but I would much rather have well-done chicken than risk it being undercooked. The chicken liver was surprisingly good, especially considering it was only my second time ever having it. The dinner presentation was nice, as always. A bit cheesy, but entertaining. Service was somewhat lacking. I asked for water twice and never received it, and eventually had to flag down a server from another table. We also requested to-go containers and never received those either. I will mention something that did not affect my rating, since I understand this is simply how the restaurant operates. If your party is not large enough to fill a station, you will share a table with another group. As I mentioned, the family seated with us had two small children, one of whom cried for most of the meal. As anyone knows, the sound of a crying child can be quite piercing and obnoxious, so it is just something to keep in mind. All in all, it was still a fun experience, and we will definitely be back.

I love this spot! I've been coming here for years. I love pho but my husband is more of a ramen guy…read moreso this restaurant is perfect for us. It's family owned and operated, and they're so nice. Great service from them! They remodeled within the last few years too and while the restaurant is small, it's kept well and really clean. Love coming here.

A new pho and noodle place! Saw that this had recently opened in La Crescenta and wanted to check…read moreit out. We went around 7 PM and ordered two bowls of pho, the meatball and rare steak and brisket (#4 and #3). The meatballs in the pho were quite tough and rubbery, wouldn't recommend that as the protein option. The steak was pretty good though. The noodles were standard, as well. They provide the typical toppings, bean sprouts and onions and cilantro. The limes they gave us were pretty dry though, we struggled to squeeze any juice out. There was a small fly in my soup, but probably not from the kitchen - likely just flew in while I was eating. The ambiance was relatively quiet, clean interior and bathroom. There is ample parking and the pricing is fair. Overall, solid noodle shop.