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TAISHO is a refreshingly new dining scene on Ventura Boulevard’s Restaurant Row. Premium, fresh ingredients anchor our mouthwatering menu of robata skewers, new-style sashimi, sushi and more. Our beverages share the limelight, with an incredible selection of inventive cocktails, Japanese sake and whiskey, California wines and craft beer. All this complements the contemporary, lively vibe of our dining room, bar and two outdoor patios. Join us at the best restaurant on Ventura Blvd. We’re currently open for dinner, daily happy hour and late-night.
Hours
| Friday | 5–11 PM |
| Saturday | 5–11 PM |
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 14016 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Phone: (818) 650-8192
Website: https://www.taishorestaurant.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: resy.com
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Reviews
Anna Derderian
First time here, and I’ve been meaning to try Taisho for a long time—so glad we finally did because we were definitely impressed and really enjoyed our time.
The hosts and servers were very friendly. Our server, Sarah, was especially kind and helpful. She was patient, gave great recommendations, and truly made the experience even better.
Everything we ordered was amazing: the spinach salad, lobster roll, spicy albacore roll, toro sushi, crispy chicken, and a few other dishes I can’t even remember because it was all so fresh and delicious. My husband is very picky, especially with sushi, and even he was really impressed—he already promised to take me back.
The restaurant has a really nice, date-night vibe, even though we were there with a baby and family. They were very accommodating with the stroller, and we loved the atmosphere and the music—not too loud, just right.
Great food, beautiful aesthetic, excellent service, and high quality overall. They also offer convenient valet plus street parking. We’ll definitely be coming back soon. Highly recommend!
… moreThe hosts and servers were very friendly. Our server, Sarah, was especially kind and helpful. She was patient, gave great recommendations, and truly made the experience even better.
Everything we ordered was amazing: the spinach salad, lobster roll, spicy albacore roll, toro sushi, crispy chicken, and a few other dishes I can’t even remember because it was all so fresh and delicious. My husband is very picky, especially with sushi, and even he was really impressed—he already promised to take me back.
The restaurant has a really nice, date-night vibe, even though we were there with a baby and family. They were very accommodating with the stroller, and we loved the atmosphere and the music—not too loud, just right.
Great food, beautiful aesthetic, excellent service, and high quality overall. They also offer convenient valet plus street parking. We’ll definitely be coming back soon. Highly recommend!
GregxPerez
TLDR: Great food, attentive service, and strong vibes. A solid special-occasion/night out spot in Studio City if you plan ahead for parking and reservations.
Really enjoy the atmosphere here. The room feels polished but still relaxed, and service has been consistently attentive every time I’ve come. Ventura parking is tough, so expect to valet. I think it was around $10 or $15 if remember right? Worth noting. Reservations are smart since it gets busy. Now for the food:
•Cucumber Kimchee Sunomono is a killer opener. Bright, tangy, wakes up your palate.
•Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice is a safe yes. Very crispy, easy to share.
•Spicy Kurobuta Fried Rice is the must order. Big portion, runny egg, super satisfying.
•Crispy Chicken was solid, not mandatory, but good if the table wants something crunchy.
•Sushi Roll tasted fresh and clean, good balance, not heavy.
•Butter Cake is a clean finish and worth it.
They also accept inKind right now, which helps if you want to offset the cost.
Pro tips:
• Make a reservation and expect valet parking.
• Start with the sunomono.
• Do not skip the pork, egg, and orange rice.
• Best for date nights or planned dinners
… moreReally enjoy the atmosphere here. The room feels polished but still relaxed, and service has been consistently attentive every time I’ve come. Ventura parking is tough, so expect to valet. I think it was around $10 or $15 if remember right? Worth noting. Reservations are smart since it gets busy. Now for the food:
•Cucumber Kimchee Sunomono is a killer opener. Bright, tangy, wakes up your palate.
•Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice is a safe yes. Very crispy, easy to share.
•Spicy Kurobuta Fried Rice is the must order. Big portion, runny egg, super satisfying.
•Crispy Chicken was solid, not mandatory, but good if the table wants something crunchy.
•Sushi Roll tasted fresh and clean, good balance, not heavy.
•Butter Cake is a clean finish and worth it.
They also accept inKind right now, which helps if you want to offset the cost.
Pro tips:
• Make a reservation and expect valet parking.
• Start with the sunomono.
• Do not skip the pork, egg, and orange rice.
• Best for date nights or planned dinners
Noam Wolf
I had an incredible evening a Taisho with my friend last night. Everything we ordered off the menu was amazing. Service was very attentive, and the whole team was really nice. The only thing that bothered me is that the doors were kept open and it was very cold inside.
We ordered the spicy albacore roll, and the truffle salmon roll, which were both really good, we got the salmon miso sashimi as a starter, and the vegetable Gyoza, which is honestly the best I’ve ever had. You can feel it’s made fresh at the restaurant. Two Wagyu nigiri – fire!!!!! And the street corn dish was great too. We tried two types of sake and had the best time! And the dessert!!!! Yum.
… moreWe ordered the spicy albacore roll, and the truffle salmon roll, which were both really good, we got the salmon miso sashimi as a starter, and the vegetable Gyoza, which is honestly the best I’ve ever had. You can feel it’s made fresh at the restaurant. Two Wagyu nigiri – fire!!!!! And the street corn dish was great too. We tried two types of sake and had the best time! And the dessert!!!! Yum.
Scott Eriksson
Across the board Taiso delivered great atmosphere, service and the food was great. Our dinner included crispy brussels sprouts crisped to perfection, yellowtail serrano with delicious yuzu soy, tempura cauliflower that was like a vegetarian version of orange chicken, miso eggplant, ribeye wrapped asparagus (less memorable), fried rice (also less memorable) Lobster noodles with a great garlic butter sauce, lamb chops, pork belly and seabass robata-yaki, the seabass being exceptional, sweet spicy crab roll with spicy tuna and kimchee cucumbers, and perhaps my favorite the albacore onion roll with tempura shrimp and asparagus that was topped with delicious delicately fried onions that were worth eating on their own. Everything about this place checked all the right boxes and I happily stuffed myself!
… moreKaren
Had the best experience and service. First time coming here. Daniel the manager was so amazing he really made our experience amazing. He was so caring and gracious to us. He made sure our drinks and food were excellent. He treated us like family. We live in the area. We would definitely be back.
… moreM M
Taisho is a modern Japanese restaurant that blends traditional techniques with a fresh California twist, creating an elevated yet approachable dining experience. The menu focuses on robata skewers, sashimi, and sushi, and everything we tried was excellent from the avocado robata and crispy rice to the yakitori and the final dessert. The space itself feels open and stylish, with glass walls and an interior that beautifully combines Japanese aesthetics with California’s relaxed vibe. Guests can choose from the main dining room, the lively bar lounge, or the outdoor patio, making it versatile for any occasion. The offerings are extensive, with appetizers, salads, and main dishes, as well as an impressive drink selection including sake, craft cocktails, California wines, craft beers, and whiskeys. The atmosphere was vibrant with groups enjoying themselves, yet it still felt perfect for a special dinner or even a romantic date. The background music added to the inviting ambiance, making it a place I would happily return to.
… moreJanet L
We tried the Dine LA course and it was our favorite Dine LA experience by far! We enjoyed all of the different food items and the portions were quite generous. Our favorites were the Brussels sprouts, salmon dry miso, tempura shrimp, Kobe black pepper, salmon truffle roll and butter cake. Our reservation was at 6pm and even though we didn’t dine at the bar, they allowed us to order the Fusion cocktail with the happy hour price.
Also our server, Micah, was phenomenal and really attentive.
We had such a great experience with the food, ambiance, and incredible service!
… moreAlso our server, Micah, was phenomenal and really attentive.
We had such a great experience with the food, ambiance, and incredible service!
Yamit Florentin
I recently dined at a fancy sushi restaurant in Sherman Oaks, and unfortunately, the experience didn’t meet the expectations set by the high prices. The ambiance was nice, but the service was lacking—my friend and I had to ask for water and attention multiple times, which was disappointing. Despite the restaurant being busy, the lack of attentiveness was hard to overlook.
We ordered several items: truffle salmon, salmon avocado roll, California roll, shishito
Pepper and hot sake. The sushi was delicious to taste, but it was nothing I hadn’t seen before.
While everything tasted decent then, my friend and I had stomach issues afterward. My friend even reported this to the manager during our meal, who assured us the transaction would be canceled. However, I still saw the charge on my credit card days later, and it took another call to a different manager to resolve it.
While street parking is available, finding a spot on busy Friday nights is tough, so I opted for valet parking. Given the price point, the experience was disappointing, and I won’t be returning.
… moreWe ordered several items: truffle salmon, salmon avocado roll, California roll, shishito
Pepper and hot sake. The sushi was delicious to taste, but it was nothing I hadn’t seen before.
While everything tasted decent then, my friend and I had stomach issues afterward. My friend even reported this to the manager during our meal, who assured us the transaction would be canceled. However, I still saw the charge on my credit card days later, and it took another call to a different manager to resolve it.
While street parking is available, finding a spot on busy Friday nights is tough, so I opted for valet parking. Given the price point, the experience was disappointing, and I won’t be returning.
Tamara Dull
Taisho came up when I was searching for a highly rated sushi spot in the Sherman Oaks/Studio City area that I hadn’t tried before. As soon as I looked it up, I was sold—the story, the menu, and the location all clicked. I made reservations for that night.
The menu is designed for sharing, which makes it easy (and tempting) to try a lot of dishes. That said, it was still hard to narrow things down. It’s rare to come across a menu where you’d be happy ordering almost anything, but Taisho is that kind of place.
We ordered a lot: crispy Brussels sprouts, salmon dry miso sashimi, tuna avocado sashimi, tofu toban-yaki, wagyu gyoza, robata-yaki (street corn, bacon & asparagus, seabass, shrimp & bacon), truffle avocado crispy rice, the chef’s choice sushi, lobster roll, butter cake, and mochi. I usually take photos, but the small plates were coming out so quickly I couldn’t keep up.
First and foremost, the food was excellent. Even if you’re not a Brussels sprouts person, order them—you might convert. That said, it was a lot of food. We were told it was a good amount for three people, and while that may be technically true, we all went home with enough leftovers for another full meal.
Service was mostly very good. Our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable, though she didn’t check in very often and we found ourselves waiting at times. The food runner, however, was fantastic—fun presentations and very attentive about clearing plates, which really matters when dishes are constantly rotating.
I liked the ambiance. It wasn’t overly loud, which made conversation easy. The one drawback is how tight the seating is—tables are very close together, and it’s awkward for people to get in and out when chairs are back-to-back. The location itself is convenient, and valet on Ventura Blvd was easy.
One thing to note: it was pricier than I expected. The bill came out to around $500 for three people (we each had a cocktail), plus $14 for valet. Was it worth it? Yes—but for a special occasion. This isn’t a casual weeknight spot for me, but it’s a great choice when you want to do something a little more elevated.
… moreThe menu is designed for sharing, which makes it easy (and tempting) to try a lot of dishes. That said, it was still hard to narrow things down. It’s rare to come across a menu where you’d be happy ordering almost anything, but Taisho is that kind of place.
We ordered a lot: crispy Brussels sprouts, salmon dry miso sashimi, tuna avocado sashimi, tofu toban-yaki, wagyu gyoza, robata-yaki (street corn, bacon & asparagus, seabass, shrimp & bacon), truffle avocado crispy rice, the chef’s choice sushi, lobster roll, butter cake, and mochi. I usually take photos, but the small plates were coming out so quickly I couldn’t keep up.
First and foremost, the food was excellent. Even if you’re not a Brussels sprouts person, order them—you might convert. That said, it was a lot of food. We were told it was a good amount for three people, and while that may be technically true, we all went home with enough leftovers for another full meal.
Service was mostly very good. Our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable, though she didn’t check in very often and we found ourselves waiting at times. The food runner, however, was fantastic—fun presentations and very attentive about clearing plates, which really matters when dishes are constantly rotating.
I liked the ambiance. It wasn’t overly loud, which made conversation easy. The one drawback is how tight the seating is—tables are very close together, and it’s awkward for people to get in and out when chairs are back-to-back. The location itself is convenient, and valet on Ventura Blvd was easy.
One thing to note: it was pricier than I expected. The bill came out to around $500 for three people (we each had a cocktail), plus $14 for valet. Was it worth it? Yes—but for a special occasion. This isn’t a casual weeknight spot for me, but it’s a great choice when you want to do something a little more elevated.
Katherine Pacpaco
Still just as fabulous as I remember it! Our server was Kelly and she was a rockstar so attentive, friendly and gave the best recommendations.
We got a little bit of everything on the menu so I’ll highlight my favs. The Brussel sprouts were just as delicious as I remember. They definitely taste like chips vs something healthy. The salmon dry miso sashimi was so memorable seasoned so perfectly that just wanted more. The whole striped bass was the last course and would have skipped over this if not recommended and that would have been regretful. The presentation and even more the taste of the sauce was fresh crispy fish was truly amazing. Every dish had great flavors, the service was impeccable and the restaurant had such a great vibe. The only downside and could be considered an upside is that’s it’s really loud inside since the music is so loud so it’s difficult to have a conversation without having to yell a little. The dinner wasn’t be any means cheap so it’s definitely a place to splurge a little.
… moreWe got a little bit of everything on the menu so I’ll highlight my favs. The Brussel sprouts were just as delicious as I remember. They definitely taste like chips vs something healthy. The salmon dry miso sashimi was so memorable seasoned so perfectly that just wanted more. The whole striped bass was the last course and would have skipped over this if not recommended and that would have been regretful. The presentation and even more the taste of the sauce was fresh crispy fish was truly amazing. Every dish had great flavors, the service was impeccable and the restaurant had such a great vibe. The only downside and could be considered an upside is that’s it’s really loud inside since the music is so loud so it’s difficult to have a conversation without having to yell a little. The dinner wasn’t be any means cheap so it’s definitely a place to splurge a little.