Managed to snag a last minute reso easily to celebrate a bday. Was happily impressed at the quality of fish and selection. The egg custard was such a great start, super rich truffle flavor and the custard was so creamy but light. The ankimo was thick and delicious. The tunas were all amazing, the Santa Barbara Uni was nice and cold and great portion, the ikura was marinated super well. The service was really warm and attentive, really appreciated them taking the time to walk us through each piece without feeling rushed. Super nice touch with the rose for the bday and they comped us a couple glasses of wine as well. Very intimate setting, great for a date. Will be recommending to friends to try! read more

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Good service and ambiance. But for the price, I personally didn't enjoy my food as much as I wanted to. Expected more sushi. read more

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Amazing first time experience! My boyfriend and I came to eat with his mom and baby sister. My boyfriend and I both had the Hazuki Omakase but ordered various cooked dishes for his mom and sister. Our Omakase was delicious and every dish was phenomenal. Tatum was our server and was so patient and welcoming with us as it was our first time dining here. She was especially helpful with finding cooked dishes for my boyfriend's sister as she has never had sushi before. Overall, great service, ambience and amazing first experience, we will definitely be back! read more

Love August's omakase . I can't wait to go back.And try something new. Great price and affordable ! I wish they have parking so I don't have to park on the street. read more

Got an early dinner here so I wasn't hungry enough to order the Omakase. This is more of a 4.5 star review. What I can speak on is that their Charashi bowl is one of the best that I tried. Basically sashimi slices on a bed of sushi rice. Fish is fresh and the dish offers a unique variety. Staffed by very friendly servers. Yes I forgot to take pictures again haha. read more

I've had better sushi/omakase before. If you're looking for traditional Japanese, not the place. Wasn't in love with the fusion kick most of the menus had. Westerners ruin everything lol. Also some of the items didn't feel fresh. The uni was the worst. It's not bad but you can do better at this price point read more

I was extremely excited about trying out Omakase by Osen, being a regular at Izakaya Osen for many years now. Location/Parking: It's also located on Sunset which means parking is always going to be an issue. We were lucky and found street parking close by. Food: We ordered the DineLA special which was $130 for many courses from a starter King Crab Miso Soup to dessert. Within the many courses included a 5 piece chef's choice of sashimi and 8 pieces of nigiri sushi, also chef's choice. The server cleaned our table and brought out the next dish in the most beautifully-presented bowls/dishes. Service was definitely top-notched. The list of items we received from the omakase menu: 1) King Crab Miso Soup - fresh, a little too heavy on the dashi though. 2) Dashi Jelly - with crab meat and scallop embedded in the jelly -- interesting and pretty tasty. 3) Chawanmushi - Japanese steamed egg with really fresh Uni and even fresher Ikura. This was definitely one of my favorites. 4) Tuna Pringle - Tuna on a Pringle chip. Interesting, but relatively tasteless even though it says it was marinated with their homemade truffle mayo. 5) Amadai Matsukasa Yaki - Tile fish on a thickened dashi sauce. I think I was done with dashi for the night. Uneventful dish. 6) Sashimi - 5 pieces. The toro were melt in your mouth fresh and fatty. 7) Lotus Root Croquette - The croquette was filled with unagi which was tasty and the entire croquette was sitting on blended purple sweet potato. 8) 8 pieces of sushi - overall pretty good. 9) Ochazuke - rice with a refreshing clear fish broth. After eating the sushi and sushi, it was a welcomed dish. It was good, but not outstanding. 10) Dessert - I chose the matcha mochi cake which was just okay. Overall the dining experience was 5 stars but some of the dishes were just okay, others were excellent. Service was really great and attentive. Our meal ended up being closer to 4 hours long! Just to keep in mind if you are in a hurry. I enjoyed the entire experience so it was not an issue for me. read more

I had the Omakase experience - kiiiiiinda impulsively - and it might have been the best meal I've ever had. The service was incredible. Maybe it's because I rolled in at 9pm on a Monday, but I don't even think my water glass ever got past half empty. It's so fun to sit across from your chef while they prepare your food, they and the servers introduce and explain each dish. You feel very connected to the meal and well taken care of. Every flavor was magical and unique yet familiar. It's cozy, well-designed, almost minimal space with personality. The chefs were great, the servers were great. I can't wait to bring my wife for a date night. read more

My first Omakase experience was superb . I walked in and it felt like a great environment. Not too much noise and very intimate setting. We were seated in an extended room and it had five other tables. We were greeted by the most generous hostess and given instructions on the menu. It was gracefully presented on an iPad. I got the Omakase experience where it came with preserved courses for that month. I can't tell you the names of what I had, but all I know is the quality of the fish was something I never had before! So I asked the server where do they buy the fish from? They literally have a special delivery from Japan to serve this quality of fish. I was so shocked because I thought and said the fish doesn't taste like it was from the US. Sure enough, we were so excited. When I say this, dream of the fish and the flavors melting in your mouth each time you eat a piece. It was such a great experience and worth the price I paid for. I am a sucker for a great quality of fish!! I will be back. Also, for the two star reviews, I totally get the price can be higher than usual. However, the quality of the fish is more impeccable compared to other restaurants and it is a different type of experience so there's a concept of the chefs menu and the food they put out. It's also mastering the art of food and they definitely put effort into it. read more

Highly recommend! Had the nagatzuki omakase. Lots of flavor and very filling. The server was pleasant and attentive. Loved seeing how the chefs prepared each dish. read more

Agonized over a day before deciding to write this review because nobody enjoys hurting small businesses, but ultimately decided that I didn't want other customers to have the experience we did. First, if you are looking for an authentic Japanese operated joint, this is not it-- we could tell right away by the chopstick positioning: placed vertically- Korean/Chinese vs. horizontally- Japanese style. Really, take note next time you're in Torrance or somewhere with actual Japanese restaurants. Second, the table omakase had increased in price from $120 to $150. I went fully understanding that a huge part of experiencing omakase is the interaction at the bar and knowing that everything is prepared fresh in front of your eyes, but overall reviews were good and the bar was full so we decided to try. The food- oh god where do I start :( Everything was so lackluster and flavors poorly paired in a way that we were genuinely confused. The monkfish liver was braised in some wine sauce that was so sweet and overpowering that it felt like a teriyaki mousse cube. The plum halibut also so sweet and acrid I could not taste the fish. The wagyu amaebi was just ok-- it was recommended to us to eat the whole thing in one bite but the proportions of shrimp and beef also were so off that I couldn't taste the shrimp at all, which was a huge letdown because amaebi is my absolute favorite and to have its delicate succulence awash in beefyness was a shame. The wagyu itself had none of that melt in your mouth texture I expected it to. Maybe it was over cooked but I couldn't tell because it was served as a big block covered by the other ingredients and sauces. The sashimi course was unvaried- tai (had a mild soil aftertaste and I pulled out a scale or something else hard from one bite) bluefin (decent), and scallop (had some stringy bits left in it). At this point I had lost my appetite and was slowing down-- I could see that the chefs had prepared the nigiri plates and handed them to our server but she couldn't bring them over because we hadn't finished our previous dish. They put both plates next to the register, where 20 pieces of nigiri sat there for 10 minutes. Quick aside- even at kazu nori, meant to be a quick drop-in sushi fix, they urge you to eat each piece as it is presented because sushi is optimal when the rice is still warm and the fish is cold. I could not believe that a place charging $150 pp would think it was acceptable to have their main sushi course sitting out for 10 minutes on a counter. Table seating or not. I'd go into the rest of the fish but it was what we had come to expect given the earlier courses. Room temperature, stringy, unpleasantly fishy, uninspired pieces. Of course no freshly grated wasabi. Minimal explanation of origin or preparation. No attempt at making it anything of an "experience". Just food that looked like sushi dropped off at regular intervals. The giant maki at the end was soggy and I could taste no fish because of the pickled daikon. Is toro really supposed to be served with pickled daikon? The mochi cake was good. The burata desert was literally a ball of burata with condensed milk on top. The service in general was warm and attentive. The quantity of food was generous. But I couldn't finish anything because of the queasyness. I think even if we had paid $75 per person I wouldn't return. But $400 including tax and tip left me sad I had spent our holiday dinner here. So much so I woke up this morning still upset. I really hope they work out their issues because again everyone was nice and I could tell from the way they respond to their yelp reviews they care. But this is not omakase. read more

Me and a friend decided to eat sushi and came here for a last minute decision and I think we made a great decision. Interior was very clean and unique. Service and the servers were very kind and attentive. First time here, food was was delicious and fish was very fresh. I can say that we made a great decision. We sat at the bar. The chef knew our pace so he served us everything on time, back to back. He also explained every detail of the food that he served us and even did a show for us. Overall, everything was perfect. PS: I heard that all the fish are freshly delivered from Japan, nothing is local. Thank you to the staff :) read more

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It was okay but I honestly prefer their old restaurant yakiniku by osen. I don't have any complaints but the food also wasn't memorable for me. read more

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This place is amazing and definitely an experience worth the price! The restaurant is tiny so there are only a few tables, so it's very cozy. It has a similar feel to Matsuhisa in La but more modern.. this is some of the best sushi I've ever had and their presentation was beautiful. Definitely worth trying! read more

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Great experience! Great food, and great service! I dont think anyone would be disappointed with a dinner at OBO!

We've been lucky enough to go here twice, first time a la carte at table, second for the omakase at the bar. So goooood. Stays true to the Japanese aesthetic of asceticism. (look it up) :) In other words. this isn't the place for the jumbo crazy yahhoo cruncy scruncy upside down creamcheese roll.... Where to start? The miso soup had a great unami flavor; they have actual wasabi root in house; the egg custard was amazing; the wagyu in omakase was a big hit, and of course the sake tastings are outstanding. Really loved the simplicity and taste of the rolls as well. Also top notch service, full on sushi chefs, and a chill vibe. Support your local authentic Silver Lake business and check out Osen for either menu or omakase... a lot to like. read more

Although service was great, I don't think the price tag matches up to the quality of the food. We are hoping it's just a one off night and hope that this review helps them look into some of the details of their menu. The sushi rice could really use better execution. It was grainy in texture today as well as densely clumpy. Blue crab roll with uni... the blue crab was generous. However we did wish there was a better texture profile. It was a large portion of blue crab that was so tightly squeezed into a ball that you couldn't differentiate if you were eating a ball of tuna from a can. It was hard to enjoy that. The amaebi Wagyu... if you serve something like that at that price tag, there's no way you can send the Wagyu way overcooked like that. Since it is a one bite starter, there was no way we could return a dish we all ate in one bite. It was more than overcooked, bordering burnt and tough to chew. All 5 of us made the same comment. For the most part, we don't see us coming back anytime soon. Maybe it's still new and there's some things they need to work out. We hope they sort out those minor hurdles because we're always looking for solid additions to the sushi game in LA. read more

We were blown away by the large omakase set here. A sister restaurant to the casual favorite, Osen Izakaya, the sushi, sashimi, creative small bites were all on point, service was on par with Michelin starred restaurants and the ambiance was chic and high end. Great value for the price as well. Highly recommend! read more

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I always love finding new omakase spots and was super happy with my experience at Omakase Osen! Food - I had the table omakase and would have loved to be able to watch them make the items at the bar omakase. However, they were booked for reservations, but I was still more than happy with what I received for the table omakase. The food was absolutely delicious and you could tell how fresh each item was. I loved the variety each course offered and was a huge fan of the sashimi and torro (melt in your mouth goodness). Service - The service here is 100/10. The waiters are super attentive to your every need and could be reached easily. While there was an early hiccup of pacing the food for my party, everything was sorted out and loved how adaptable they were! Location - I do have to say that the location is in a tight spot. There is a residential side street that I recommend finding parking at. Of course, it's Los Angeles and Silverlake at that, so expect tight lanes and parallel parking. They do offer valet parking, if you'd like to skip the parking hassle. Price - The omakase experience comes at a $120 price tag, but for what you're receiving, I believe it's worth the splurge. It's a great date night spot or to spend a special occasion at. Overall, I absolutely loved my experience at Omakase Osen and highly recommend anyone debating on visiting! read more

I am a regular customer at Izakaya osen and I heard this place was opening so I was excited to try it out. This definitely has different vide compare to izakaya, more calm and more upscale interior design. I would recommend this place for a date night. Service was excellent where everyone was attentive and very friendly which made me comfortable through out the dinner. Food is very good with fresh ingredients and diverse menu made my dinner very interesting and satisfying. I wanted to compare with Izakaya's sushi menu and they were both at high standard for me which was very good. This place is more quieter compare to izakaya osen so I would recommend this place for couples and meetings or anyone prefers calm vibe whereas Izakaya for friend and family. FIVE STAR! read more

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I was looking for a new omakase place to try and came here by chance! I visited the restaurant when they were a bbq place so it was a surprise to see all the grills gone. My friend and I sat by the bar and the chef was very attentive throughout the omakase experience. Loved all the pieces, with the seared sushi being my favorite along with the salmon belly with uni. Came out of it super full and happy. Definitely give it a try! read more

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Day 8 of posting Yelp reviews that rhyme I recently visited Omakase by Osen in LA And let me tell you, it was a true ray Of sunshine in my day, so so bright The omakase, salmon sushi, and bluefin tuna, all such a delight The flavors were so fresh and true So tasty and flavorful, it was a true crew Of excellence, I must confess Omakase by Osen is the best, no less The staff and sushi chefs were extremely friendly It made for a great dining experience, no envy I highly recommend Omakase by Osen to all my friends The food is top notch, it never ends I give Omakase by Osen a full five star rating It's definitely worth trying, I'm stating The food is delicious, so fresh and true I'll definitely be returning, that's no new! read more

"Oh ma gaw, say" what? So good and so fulfilling. Excellent quality and assortment of seafood & even better service. Side note, order the matcha, the tea set will get cha. May have been the sake pairing talking, either way, I'll be backkk! read more

My first time here for evening meeting. This place is high end japanese Omakase restaurant. I love the atmosphere the interior inside is wooden feel like japan. The sushi is fresh taste. Wine option is not bad. The service is very very good, server explain the menu and everything we ask for recommend. This place also have hand roll for vegetarian option which is very clever. I definitely go back for Omakase menu next time. This place is small and busy for dinner time. I recommend to do reservation before to avoid wait time especially if you want to sit at the bar is very limit seat. Parking was very easy to find in the area. read more

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This place is very expensive. Very good. We sat at the bar. I was wondering if you would be able to concentrate better on the job I am doing the next day or so read more

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I love the place good music quiet the sushi really quality clean amazing service. Thank you for a beautiful time. read more

ZUI - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Joshua treated us so well on our first anniversary dinner with a rose and cute presentation as if I ordered it a year ago ! The food was superb including this amazing blue crab + uni hand roll in soy paper (great suggestion by Joshua), fantastic bara chirashi bowl, and amazing unagi bowl with a whole slice of fatty eel. And the vanilla + yuzu ice cream + chocolate dessert was legendary. Thank you for such a warm, loving, heart-filled experience! read more

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We went here for our anniversary and were seriously impressed. Authentic, high quality, great service. We did the omakase menu with the sake pairing and were extraordinarily happy. Try and snag a bar seat if you can, as it's great to watch the highly skilled chefs at work. Each and every dish was incredible but we'd never heard of uni rice and were blown away. GO NOW! read more

Service was alright. I went with my bf on his bday, and due to dietary restrictions, they swap out the wagyu to kampachi sashimi for me, but once i tasted it, it was slimy and obviously expired by the texture, and my bf also told me about the wagyu was not fresh. I couldn't swallow it so i went to the restroom and spit it out, and brought it up to the waitress and chef, but they thought by the look if it it has nothing wrong. My bf and I suggested they should taste it themselves. We've been to Ginza, Enya, sushi Q, Sawa, takeda, and nozawa, we know how a fresh sashimi tastes like, yet when they gave us the bill they tried to justify themselves by saying the chardonnay we were drinking can alter the taste of the sashimi. Worst excuse ever, trying to treat us like dumb, worst omakase ever. Please do not go. read more

One of the best dining experiences I have ever had. Pricey and very much worth it. The food was outstanding. It was a set menu but had a lot of different stuff to try. If you like Japanese food and sushi and want a high end product, this is the place. read more

My husband and I came here for our anniversary and it was incredible. The food is delicious and unique. The service was beyond amazing. Everyone makes you feel welcomed and appreciated. The space is intimate and romantic, especially if you enjoy the omakase options. read more

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Exceptional quality of fish & ingredients. Price point is on the low - average spectrum compared to other omakase offerings in Los Angeles. This was my experience in November and I'm sure it's a different menu by now. Better late than never! read more

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We did omakase at the sushi bar in February. Food was good, I especially like the steamed eggs. Wagyu was perfectly cook. Ochazuke at the end of the meal is a nice touch. In term of sushi, everything was fresh and well prepared. I went to Izakaya osen many times, this place is also good if not better. I went to a couple of omakase experiences. Most of the time I left feeling hungry (cuz I usually eat a lot). But not here. Osen served me enough food to the point that I can't even finished dessert. Service was great. Attentive server. There's 3-4 front staffs that night, they're all very humble and helpful. The chefs are nice and easygoing as well. I saw many people order hand rolls. It's look really good but we're too full. Definitely come back and try some next time I'm in town. read more

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Intimate space with great sushi bar meant for omakase experience with the chefs. Unique and savory flavors for omakase menu. We have only experienced the sushi bar menu and we actually make it a point to visit every time we are in LA read more

My fiancée and I decided to give this place a try and were left unimpressed. The restaurant was noisy, which took away the omakase vibe. We picked the signature omakase menu and the food was decent and fresh, but did not really wow us. The server actually missed part of the sushi course (it was brought out at the end after we already picked the dessert). Overall, this did not meet our initial expectations... read more

We came here and did the Omakase at the table. Food - Wine/Drinks + Service + Ambience + Value - Service was excellent. Ambience was great for the omakase experience. The sushi was good, but we paid about $250 per person. In the LA sushi scene, I expect a lot more at that price point. My expectations were high but they were not met. Izakaya Osen has the same quality gish but at half the price. The two desserts were not enjoyable. I love Japanese desserts but no one in our party enjoyed them. Sake list was good but overpriced. Some of the sake bottles were marked 3x over retail. I probably won't be back. read more

I booked a table for 2 for my sister and brother-in-law. It was my brother-in-laws 40th birthday and he said it was his top 5 best meals he's ever had. He said the service was amazing and the food even better. Thank you Ranchida for your help! read more

Hands down the best sushi I've ever had, also the staff was so nice and I felt so welcomed. It's a little crowded but once you get your food you forget that. I got the snow crab roll, the baked salmon roll and the lobster roll. If I could give this place a 10 I could. Thank you to the chef and and the staff for being so attentive. I hope you guys never change. read more

ZUI - Japanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is really amazing. The food itself is incredible as well as the service. They will first welcome you with warm heart. We all had omakase and all the courses were really well prepared and good. My cousin said he said the best meal in his entire life. We will def come back! read more

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This is everything I look for in an omakase meal and more. Perfectly fresh fish and ingredients, masterful preparation, elegant and inviting ambiance, and most importantly, chef Rikisan guided us through our meal with humor, knowledge, and an overall mastery of the art of sushi. I would name stand out dishes, but honestly every piece of fish I had was so beautiful, varied, fresh, and delicious that I can't pick. The service was perfectly attentive to keep our place settings free of finished dishes and our glasses filled with fresh tea and sake. This is the type of omakase that makes you want to become a regular. I will 1000% be back for more. Just book your reservation already, you won't be disappointed. read more

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