Good sushi spot for lunch
Thursday, June 21, 2007
My husband and I stopped at Sushi Gen on a whim for lunch while out in Little Tokyo. We had to wait about 20 minutes for a seat, but judging by the crowd that was waiting when we left, you could definitely expect to wait much longer. Unlike others, we had no problems with the host. Our waitress was also extremely friendly and the free tea service was a nice touch. The fish was fresh and tasty. Unlike some places, Sushi Gen does not skimp on the fish in their rolls or try to cover up by using excessive amounts of rice. It was also reasonably priced for the amount and quality of fish we received. And while I agree with the previous poster bgazindad - Sushi Gen has few rolls on its menu as it's mainly a true sushi spot - one of the rolls it does have actually IS a California Roll. Either way, the sushi is the reason to come. The albacore, unagi and spicy tuna were all excellent and some of the best I?ve had in Los Angeles ? and I?ve definitely tried my share.
Pros: Good sushi. Fair prices. Friendly waitstaff.
Cons: Parking. Can be a long wait.