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The fish is fresh the chefs are diverse but the cramp and loud atmosphere leave you wishing for a more serene environment when eating the tiny delicacies served by the masters at the bar. The... More
The fish is fresh the chefs are diverse but the cramp and loud atmosphere leave you wishing for a more serene environment when eating the tiny delicacies served by the masters at the bar. The oysters are fantastic but can be seen as a Matsuhisa copy cat at times. Price for quality is one of the best around and the omakase menu is something to be enjoyed but crampt digs make it tuff to truly enjoy what is before you.
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While Sushi Nozawa is for purists, Katsu-Ya, just a mile or so down Ventura Blvd., is for innovative palates. They serve a full menu of Japanese dishes like teriyaki, tempura, miso soup, etc. But... More
While Sushi Nozawa is for purists, Katsu-Ya, just a mile or so down Ventura Blvd., is for innovative palates. They serve a full menu of Japanese dishes like teriyaki, tempura, miso soup, etc. But the reason to go is the "special" menu written up on dry-erase boards. This place does not have much atmosphere, the decor is uninspiring (heard they opened a prettier version in Encino) and the service is serviceable. But the creative sushi dishes are out of this world. Top favorites include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Crispy Sesame Tuna and the 4 1/2 Roll. The piece de resistance is the Baked Crab Hand Roll--one of the most divine things you will ever eat (have one at the beginning of the meal, then save room to have another at the end). Basically, it is a handful of blue crab, baked in butter, then rolled with warm rice inside a piece of sesame soy paper. Words cannot do it justice. Just go there and eat it and you'll see.
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If you like inventive, fresh, delicious sushi, this is the place for you. It's a hole-in-the-wall place, but the ambiance is not why you go here. I recommend: crispy sesame tuna, spicy tuna on... More
If you like inventive, fresh, delicious sushi, this is the place for you. It's a hole-in-the-wall place, but the ambiance is not why you go here. I recommend: crispy sesame tuna, spicy tuna on crispy rice, the honey handrolls, and tuna sashimi with japanese salsa. Although, be aware of the LONG wait. Make reservations and be prepared to wait your turn (you can order beers while you are waiting). It's worth it - the food will never disappoint.
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