Thomasina Glenn
Great sushi, fun ambience and even better service! Our faves were the eel and cucumber roll, the toro, and the shrimp shumai. The bottle of sake was perfect for our group of 5 and the prices were great for the amount of food you get. Shout out to Christian and Alex for making sure we had a great time! Will be back soon!
… moreBradley Adams
An unforgettable sushi spot that instantly stands out in Los Angeles. The care and precision behind each dish were clear from the first bite. The sashimi was incredibly smooth and fresh, the tempura was light and crisp, and the hand rolls were packed with balanced flavor. Everything came together for a top notch experience.
… moreMi Chele
All new staff and owner took over. Alex is the best and the quality of food drinks and atmosphere has changed. Great lunch specials and dinner choices have gone up in quality. I’m glad I stopped in as that’s when I discovered everything changed.
… moreBella
Absolutely one of the best sushi experiences I’ve had in LA.
Every piece was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully plated, and incredibly fresh. From the melt-in-your-mouth sashimi to the crispy tempura and the perfectly seasoned hand rolls—everything was exceptional.
I especially loved the presentation—elegant but not pretentious, with just the right amount of detail. The sake was smooth and paired perfectly with the meal.
It’s clear the chef puts so much care into both flavor and aesthetics. Definitely a gem in Santa Monica, and I can’t wait to come back—next time I’ll be bringing friends!
… moreNoah Arrue
The sushi portions are generous and delicious. It’s fresh and creative. Service is excellent and the guys and sushi chef are super friendly. Good vibe excellent food.
… morelynn lee
Spicy tuna in crispy Rice!! This is my favorite sushi! It’s on the appetizer menu, but it feels like a main dish. Thanks to the lunch happy hour, I get to enjoy it at a great price. Everyone’s so kind, and the terrace is beautiful!
… moreNicholas Valentine
Hands-down, the best sushi place I’ve had in all of LA. Under new ownership and the change is notable makes you feel like you’ve been there for 10 years on your first visit. Have never had that good of Customer Service ever in any place in LA. Sushi is as good as a place that you would spend thousands of dollars And you’re only gonna spend a couple hundred. This is a must try if you’re in Santa Monica or within 10 miles.
… moreNS R
Great sushi spot on the Main Street Santa Monica everything was fresh and yummy. For more contents follow our instagram @gemislist
… moreLesley Marin
I come here very often with my boyfriend and we absolutely love it! The atmosphere and hospitality is so amazing. We’ve been slowly trying everything on the menu and nothing has disappointed. This is the spot for sushi!
… moreAmelia
I celebrated my birthday here on a Tuesday night with a group of 10, and it was nothing short of incredible. From the moment we arrived, Alex and his staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The service and atmosphere were truly 10/10.
The sushi was better than expected, our favorites were the crab-stuffed fried shrimp they surprised us with on the house and the Marilyn Monroe roll. Everything came out quickly and fresh, and the pricing was extremely reasonable for such a large group.
They created the perfect birthday vibe on the patio and even brought out birthday hats and sang to me, which made the night feel extra special. We made a reservation in advance for our large party and everything ran smoothly from start to finish.
This place deserves to be packed every night. Highly recommend for celebrations or just a great night out!
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