I would have to say that i'm not a big fan of sushi, or raw food. But it was my friend's birthday, and she wanted raw fish. This was a great place to get, as the service was incredible, and I found... More

I would have to say that i'm not a big fan of sushi, or raw food. But it was my friend's birthday, and she wanted raw fish. This was a great place to get, as the service was incredible, and I found that sushi is not as bad as I thought it to be, but I certainly prefer some italian food. Sushi is one of the exquisite foods of Japan, and I find this is a great place to delve in one important aspect of their culture - food and its aesthetic value.
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A coworker tells me that the name of the self-proclaimed "best sushi in Westwood" is the Japanese word for friends. I've been here many times over the past few months, and each time gets better... More

A coworker tells me that the name of the self-proclaimed "best sushi in Westwood" is the Japanese word for friends. I've been here many times over the past few months, and each time gets better and better. By far, it's some of the best sushi I've eaten in the Los Angeles area - and I've eaten a lot of sushi. Parking can be a chore but once that's taken care of, the experience in the restaurant is relaxing. You're greeted by any number of very friendly staff members, and quickly seated when room is available - get there early to beat the rush, this place fills up very quickly at lunch time. The yellowtail/hamatchi is by far my favorite sushi ever, and Tomodachi does it up right - it's the best I've ever had. Their fish is always fresh, prepared perfectly, and always served with a smile. Sushi *is* an expensive exotic lunch though, and you'll notice the hit here. 4 people can eat for $65 but so can only 2 people if sake and lots of a-la-carte sushi is ordered. A single person having lunch could walk out $25 later feeling very satisfied, but it really depends on your appetite. I generally order the "Super Sushi Lunch Special" which is $10.95 as of March 20, 2006, and an extra roll of some kind, and that's plenty to keep me satisfied. Their rolls are $8-$13 depending on ingredients and I've had enough opportunity to sample a good deal of them, although the spider roll or yellowtail roll are usual first choices. The Super Sushi Lunch Special comes with an order of miso soup, the choice of a California roll or Spicy Tuna roll, and 5 pieces of chef's choice sushi which invariably includes at least a piece of mackerel, salmon, shrimp and some kind of tuna. With a glass of water with lemon and tip, it's not hard for me to leave $25 behind, but boy this place is worth it!
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A friend and I frequent this place for lunch in Westwood Village. I am hooked on their Yellow tail sushi and Baked Green Mussels! It is nice and quiet in there even when full. Very relaxing... More

A friend and I frequent this place for lunch in Westwood Village. I am hooked on their Yellow tail sushi and Baked Green Mussels! It is nice and quiet in there even when full. Very relaxing environment for lunch. Very nice service, very friendly people, and very tasty food. I am always pleased and highly recommend it. The only downside is the lack of parking in the area - but there are parking lots in several directions nearby.
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The sushi here are alright. However, the service is horrible!! The waitress took way too long to come get my order, on top of that, the food was too expensive for its taste. However, i do suggest... More

The sushi here are alright. However, the service is horrible!! The waitress took way too long to come get my order, on top of that, the food was too expensive for its taste. However, i do suggest getting there at lunch, because the sushis are much cheaper. Not the best Japanese food, but a decent place for sushi cravings.
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