julian thoos
This place for years has been my all time favorite. The service is unbelievably fast, welcoming and of top notch and respectful. The food is always fresh and the chefs you
Can tell are very passionate on what they do and the hold the Japanese craft to a high regard. I spoke to the manager he carries himself with his culture and pride very high. He is so incredibly kind and respectful. The restaurant really is a sight to behold and truly a gem in the United States. I drive an hour there without hesitation. As far as I’m concerned there is no place like it. Until next time
… moreMicah Z
Katsuya in Sherman Oaks is really good. The sushi is fresh, the rolls are super flavorful, and everything looks clean and nice. It feels kind of fancy but still chill, and the food definitely lives up to the hype. I’d go back for sure.
… moreGiana C
My new favorite spot! All dishes were phenomenal. Our waiter Laura was super sweet. They were so busy and forgot about my hot green tea and popcorn shrimp but it’s understandable. Still will come back and highly recommend.
… moreMarkus J.
hidden gem in sherman oaks. we got here only by accident. when we came in the place was packed. we waited for 15 minutes to get a table at the counter. we tried many different dishes and a couple of rolls and were blown away by the quality and execution. very affordable top quality sushi! very quick service and a very cool and lively place to spend an hour or two.
… moreCody Pham
I came here alone for lunch, intending to treat myself out. It was not too busy as it was 12pm on a weekday. I sat at the bar, feeling my working lunch vibes. I got the little Izakaya lunch salad, which came with sashimi and a california roll. I also ordered two pieces of Toro.
The toro came first. The fish quality itself was pretty good – nice and fatty. The problem was that my fish was absolutely drenched in soy sauce. It was so salty. There were pools of soy sauce collecting beneath the fish. It completely ruined the toro for me. It was probably the worst toro I’ve ever had.
Then I had some miso soup. It was fine. Standard miso soup. And the sashimi salad was actually pretty good. The fish tasted fresh, and I enjoyed the spicy mayo it came with.
“Maybe this place isn’t that bad,” I thought to myself, and then I ate the California roll and it tasted terrible. I don’t know why it tasted so weird. Something about it just tasted wrong. I think maybe they seasoned their rice weird or something was up with the mayo – I’m not sure.
I was all set to leave and, mind you, I’m a very lenient critic. After my experience, I was set to give an “ok”
rating since the fish quality was decent when the chefs didn’t add any extra… stuff to it. But then the bill came out. $17 dollars for the toro. Each piece of toro, on the menu, was $7. They had charged me for the “Super Toro” instead! What the hell even is the “Super Toro?” Super Salty? Super Bad? Well I was Super Sure that I would never be coming back to this establishment ever again.
… moreChai A
Packed house on a Wednesday? That’s a great sign. My hopes were up. They have 2 ways to get into the restaurant. Front door and back door. I came through the back, which kind of reminded me of that scene from Goodfellas…and made my way to the front to meet the hostess. There was a wait but that’s ok. Loved the replica shrine gate in the front. Reminded me of the ones I saw at the Inari Shrine in Kyoto. A table freed up and I was sat and greeted by a very friendly server. Service is great here. Almost as good as the sushi, which was excellent. Nigiri and sashimi are available a la carte and there are plenty of roll options. Nice starters and meat dishes to round out the menu. Sake, beer and plenty of other adult beverage options also available. A return visit is certainly on the horizon. Perhaps I’ll write a haiku about it.
… moreNic I
Both lunch and dinner service are quick which is rare when a place is this busy. Waitstaff and the chefs are working hard which created a great atmosphere.
The fish selection changes daily but they did have otoro and amaebi while I was there.
The restaurant fills up really quickly and there was a wait every time I was there so being a little early is advised.
… moreViraj Patel
5/25/25: Seared albacore with crispy onion, white fish roll, grilled yellowtail collar, ice cream tempura, and black sesame mochi.
… moresophia
Had dinner here last night after a few years, never disappoints!! Some of the freshest sushi in the valley and I adore sitting at the bar. Tiny place but it adds to the traditional vibe. Staff are so kind and accommodating as well.
… moreAshton Parsons
I haven’t even finished my meal yet and I’ve had incredible service from the greeter who got me a seat at the sushi bar immediately and brought me a water. Then the girl who got me my sake and beer was sweet and cracked me up. The manager on duty was amazing, my sushi chef got my food on time. They even poured my sake since I was by myself! Cleared my edamame bowl. Just over all a cool place and not expensive
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