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Hours
| Saturday | 12–3:30 PM, 5:30 PM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 12–3:30 PM, 5:30 PM–12 AM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5:30 PM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12–3:30 PM, 5:30 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 12–3:30 PM, 5:30 PM–12 AM |
| Friday | 12–3:30 PM, 5:30 PM–12 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1911 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone: (310) 421-9779
Website: https://sushimasakazu.com/
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Reviews
A.J. H
Really great spot. Food was great and chef was a super cool dude. Great value too. I think someone of the negative comments must be from those new to more authentic Omakse experiences.
… moreKaitlin Wong
We came here for our anniversary and it was fantastic! Such an intimate setting and the chef is great – definitely a special occasion place. He runs it all himself which was very impressive. The omakase was one of the best we’ve had. Would definitely recommend
… moreYulin Liu
Swing by on a random night through a last minute booking, then had one of my best sake/apps experience in LA. Chef was so nice, fun to talk to. Hope all the best for your business!! So appreciated for accommodating us at 11:15pm and kept hanging out till 1am
… moreThomas Lin
I dined here for the Valentine’s Day omakase with my girlfriend. This fell well below expectations. Having been to numerous omakase establishments, we can both confidently say that both the service and food quality do not justify the $200+ per person price tag.
– Lack of Attention to Detail: In intimate omakase settings with fewer than ten seats, it is customary for the staff to pull out chairs for guests—a small but thoughtful gesture that enhances the overall experience. This was noticeably absent here.
– Premature Upselling: Just three courses into the meal, our waitress asked if we would like to order additional nigiri. At a high-end omakase, this is highly unusual, if not inappropriate, as the experience should be about enjoying the curated menu, not being pressured into add-ons before the meal is even complete. My girlfriend, who has dined at over 20 omakase restaurants ranging from $150 to $500 per person, has never encountered this practice. It came across as a blatant attempt to nickel-and-dime guests.
– Inconsistent Service: While I was served dessert, my girlfriend was not. I was then served the check BEFORE my gilrfriend got her dessert. This level of oversight is unacceptable at this price point!
– Use of lower-Quality ingredients: A well-curated omakase experience highlights premium cuts of fish. However, this restaurant included sake nigiri (salmon) as part of the set menu—something commonly found in sushi restaurants at a fraction of the price. High-end omakase establishments typically focus on more exclusive selections.
– Budget choices for white fish: Most reputable omakase venues serve red or golden snapper, but this restaurant opted for black snapper, the least premium of the three. This further reinforced the impression that ingredient costs were being cut.
– Lack of Engagement from the Chef: Part of the omakase experience is the interaction with the chef, who provides insight into each course and enhances the meal with their presence. Here, the chef was notably disengaged and did not converse with guests, creating a cold and uninviting atmosphere. The sushi counter also had a divider which was blocking the “view” of sushi making, very odd considering most omakase places don’t have this.
Final Thoughts: This restaurant charges a premium price but does not deliver a premium experience. Between the lower-quality ingredients, the aggressive upselling, and the lack of attention to detail in service, it simply does not compare to other omakase establishments in the same price range. If you’re looking for an authentic, high-end omakase experience, I would recommend looking elsewhere!!
… more– Lack of Attention to Detail: In intimate omakase settings with fewer than ten seats, it is customary for the staff to pull out chairs for guests—a small but thoughtful gesture that enhances the overall experience. This was noticeably absent here.
– Premature Upselling: Just three courses into the meal, our waitress asked if we would like to order additional nigiri. At a high-end omakase, this is highly unusual, if not inappropriate, as the experience should be about enjoying the curated menu, not being pressured into add-ons before the meal is even complete. My girlfriend, who has dined at over 20 omakase restaurants ranging from $150 to $500 per person, has never encountered this practice. It came across as a blatant attempt to nickel-and-dime guests.
– Inconsistent Service: While I was served dessert, my girlfriend was not. I was then served the check BEFORE my gilrfriend got her dessert. This level of oversight is unacceptable at this price point!
– Use of lower-Quality ingredients: A well-curated omakase experience highlights premium cuts of fish. However, this restaurant included sake nigiri (salmon) as part of the set menu—something commonly found in sushi restaurants at a fraction of the price. High-end omakase establishments typically focus on more exclusive selections.
– Budget choices for white fish: Most reputable omakase venues serve red or golden snapper, but this restaurant opted for black snapper, the least premium of the three. This further reinforced the impression that ingredient costs were being cut.
– Lack of Engagement from the Chef: Part of the omakase experience is the interaction with the chef, who provides insight into each course and enhances the meal with their presence. Here, the chef was notably disengaged and did not converse with guests, creating a cold and uninviting atmosphere. The sushi counter also had a divider which was blocking the “view” of sushi making, very odd considering most omakase places don’t have this.
Final Thoughts: This restaurant charges a premium price but does not deliver a premium experience. Between the lower-quality ingredients, the aggressive upselling, and the lack of attention to detail in service, it simply does not compare to other omakase establishments in the same price range. If you’re looking for an authentic, high-end omakase experience, I would recommend looking elsewhere!!
J Ryk
The experience was very disappointing. The sushi pieces were small and extremely salty, with fish slices so thin it was hard to take the restaurant’s “high-end” claims seriously. The presentation was also careless—the sushi arrived tipped over, and when it fell apart, the chef simply tried to reshape it instead of preparing a fresh piece.
For the price point, the quality was far below expectations. I was worried I would be sick the following day. Overall, the value and quality felt worse than budget sushi. I’m not sure how this restaurant justifies calling itself upscale.
… moreFor the price point, the quality was far below expectations. I was worried I would be sick the following day. Overall, the value and quality felt worse than budget sushi. I’m not sure how this restaurant justifies calling itself upscale.
Steve Reilly
I cannot express how amazing this meal was. Shin is an amazing chef. His humble, funny, and kind chat made our dinner. Not a single piece of sushi wasn’t perfect. Many changed how I thought of sushi. Highlights were the black snapper (cured with kelp), ebi, bluefin, and sea breem. Japanese mackerel was perfect. It’s wonderfully chill and homey inside. Well worth twice the price. Couldn’t imagine another trip to LA without visiting. Would give 6 stars if possible.
… moreMichelle Lee
The experience wasn’t terrible but I wouldn’t go back. When I pay a certain amount for an omakase, I expect exceptional experience but my experience was meh to mediocre. The sushi was small with thin slices, minced cucumber placed on top of the fish didn’t pair well with some and most importantly, some fish didn’t taste fresh. Now that I’m thinking back on the details of my experience, I’m more disappointed. Oh, they charge you for hot tap water.
… moreJames Leung (jobias)
Excellent value and quality. It’s a hidden gem on Westwood and requires reservations. They serve the entire room at once and are very strict on punctuality. It’s so worth it though.
… moreZach Binder
Fantastic quality of fish and value for authentic omakase. The chef is terrific and the restaurant has limited seatings. A true sushi gem on the Westside.
… moreBuddy Austin
I’ve never had an experience quite like this one. Very intimate and the chef and server were both very kind and attentive. The sushi was great, especially the toro, the best preparation I’ve ever had. On that note, many of the preparations for the sushi were very unique and satisfying.
Some reviews are bad on here, obviously reviews are subjective so I wouldn’t let one person’s opinion stop you from going here. I didn’t and I’m so glad I went!
… moreSome reviews are bad on here, obviously reviews are subjective so I wouldn’t let one person’s opinion stop you from going here. I didn’t and I’m so glad I went!