Sushi Sasabune

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12400 Wilshire Blvd ,Ste 150 (at South Carmelina Avenue)
Los Angeles, CA 90025

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The best place I ate in. sit at the sushi bar

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My wife and I recently started to try out other sushi places than our regular one (Kiriko, that is) and try to find a place we like as much. Tonight we were hesitating between suz...

Sushi Like Buttah 10/31/2007

When we lived in Chicago, my husband and I had friends from Honolulu who knew Sasabune from Hawaii and from Los Angeles. We would go out for sushi in Chicago, and what tasted fine to me, never met their satisfaction. I never understood their point of view until we visited Sasabune on Wilshire for the first time. We had lunch during the week, and at first the place was empty, but it gradually filled as the noon hour wore on. Celebrities trickled in, and the staff was friendly to everyone. We sat at the bar for omakase, watching the chef deftly cutting and shaping little morsels. Once I took a bite, I understood what our Chicago friends meant. The sushi here is just of a different class--the freshness, the texture, the flavors--everything is perfect. It was one of the more expensive lunches we've enjoyed, but I would do it again in a second. Can't wait to go back. Pros: Incredible sushi Cons: Closed weekends more
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Heaven for your mouth 10/26/2007

The only place I've ever had better sushi was at the fish market in Tokyo. Admittedly, I'm not a profesional sushi critic, just an armchair fan, but that's my experience as a ""civilian"". Fish so fresh it melts in your mouth, warmed rice that (to me) enhances the flavor, and fresh (not fake?) wasabi. Omakase is good, but if you're in a party smaller than 4, go with a-la-carte and order your favorites. (sometimes I've gotten some items on the omakase that I wasn't thrilled with). Absolutely recommend: salmon sushi, albacore sashimi, chilled toro, and butterfish. Heaven, heaven, heaven....! Pros: certain items on their menu make my eyes roll back into my head because they are so delicious Cons: I'm not a trust-fund baby, so I can only eat here every once in a while :( more
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Fresh Fresh Fresh!! 10/19/2007

I am very picky when it comes to sushi and sashimi. Sushi Sasabune really impresses me when it comes to freshness and quality of their ingredient. I am so in love with their toro, melts in your mouth! The fish is what's keeping me coming back.\r However, I am not too happy with their rice. First of all, I am not a big fan of the warm rice, I still like it the traditional way. Second, they mix diff. sauces into the rice on many of their sushi. Sauces are delicious in a way, but the taste is too strong, makes it very difficult to taste the fish. Also, because many sushi have sauce mixed in the rice, the rice ball become very loosely packed. \r I will not recommend the omasake because it is just sushi after sushi, and they charge based on what you had. I always order a la cart so I can be sure I am getting the sushi I like.\r This place is definitely not a romantic dating place. It feels more like nice lunch spot in business district. It is a little pricey, normally cost me around $70/person w/o alcohol.\r Although it seems like there is more con than pro, but I still keep going to Sushi Sasabune whenever I feel like having some good sushi. Pros: fresh ingredient Cons: deco, price more
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Continues to be the best sushi I have ever had... 10/6/2007

I keep coming back here and love it every time as the sushi is hands-down the best I have ever tasted. I even convinced my husband to come with me and sit at the sushi bar to try the chef's choice, and he is very conservative when it comes to sushi/fish, and he thought it was very good too. Pros: Best sushi ever Cons: Decor is bland more
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Go for the food! 8/25/2007

As is the case with othe Omakase service, it becomes assembly line which does detract from the service. 3 of us were there for\r an 8:30 appointment and begged then to let us wait (at a table) for the 4th party who was to be be 10 minutes late. It's lucky he got there at 8:40 because they were about to tell us we had to start eating that very minute. Except for the pace, the omakase is superb. The sushi was superb, excellent quality fish and flavorings, although I have been to other omakases which were a bit more daring without Americanizing the fish. Service was kind of automatic but pleasant. It was a most enjoyable dinner. \r Although I've been in nicer atmospheres, this restaurant does not deserve the ignominy of a 7 on decor as given in the Zagat.\r It was a large room and had an exciting, vibrant feel. Parking was a breeze. What I can't get over the omakase service and this was no exception: if you want more sushi after the chef's tasting is over, they get wigged out, even though you are paying them more money.True, I have never tried this in a French tasting menu. I just didn't see the big deal over ordering more a la carte sushi than they offered. We all have different appetites. But this is the style: last piece and they say, ""that's it.""\r I definitely would go back. Pros: Sushi, decor fun, parking easy Cons: service rushed, more
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Best Sushi in Los Angeles 7/28/2007

although the ambience is not the best... you will never chew, smell, or be disappointed in the consistency, the texture the taste of this sushi. this is truly the way raw fish should be prepared, we have eaten at the best restaurants in the world, and never ever ever have we found a place like this! The chef is THE most dilligent, hard working man... he is there night after night after choosing the freshest fish in the morning. And we mean early morning. He will run out of fish at nite so that the fish does not SIT there waiting for you to eat it tomorrow. you will not be disappointed Pros: the freshest fish ever Cons: they serve too fast more
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Good sushi but good value? I'm not sure ... 7/25/2007

I went in on a Tuesday night, 6pm, and it wasn't crowded at all. The atmosphere is nice but doesn't have an authentic japanese feel. I sat at the sushi bar and ordered the chef's special (there are two versions -- the japanese and american ones). I am not a huge sushi connoisseur but I liked the quality of the fish, taste, and the warm rice was a nice addition. However, in terms of tastiness, I wasn't a huge fan of the Japanese chef's special as the raw squid, shrimp, salmon eggs, and sea urchin, are definitely acquired tastes. Overall the chef was friendly and so were the serving staff. \r \r The major complaint I have is that I was slightly surprised by the bill. I only ordered one japanese and one american chef's special (water, no dessert, no appetizers, etc) and the bill came up to almost $190 after tax/tip! I only ate what the chef's gave me and I didn't order any ""extras"" at the end of the course. This was slightly surprising given that my friends and citysearch say that it'll be around $50/person. Anyway, besides that, the food was good but I'm not sure I'll come back b/c of the value. Pros: fresh fish, exotic, large selection, good seating (on weekdays) Cons: price, parking more
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I don't know what all the hype is about.... 4/25/2007

Granted when I went there I did not have the Omakase. I went there for Valentine's Day with my girlfriend and we ordered off the menu instead. I am willing to try Sasabune again and to have the omakase this time. The sushi was good but not great. Another thing that you must realize before trying this place out. Their style of sushi is made with ""warm rice"" as opposed to room temperature or slighly cooler rice that you get everywhere else. Not that it is bad but just different. Like I said, I'll have to go back and try the chefs menu before I give a final review. Pros: good sushi, large sushi bar, fresh fish Cons: you're almost forced to get the chef's menu more
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Best sushi in LA 4/20/2007

I took a friend there for his birthday a couple months ago. When we sat down we were almost forced into ordering the ""chef's special"" but since he had never been there before, he wanted to order off the menu. It's annoying that on a week night they still almost force you to get the ""chef's choice"" - it's good but pricey.\r \r The sushi was really good. The bill for both of us was almost $100 with tip but it was his birthday!\r \r I've been going to Sasabune since I first moved to LA almost 10 years ago. The atmosphere could definitely use work but it's stil the best sushi I've had in LA, especially the salmon. Melts in your mouth! Pros: Amazing sushi. Cons: Atmosphere needs work. Expensive. more
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Simple Sushi that's Simply the Best around 3/16/2007

The best quality fish in Los Angeles. While the setting and the service leaves something to be desired, the food is absolutely fantastic every time. I have been dining at Sushi Sasabune for over 3 year's and preffered the old (hidden house on the corner) location on Sawtelle to the new (office building) location which is un impressive and poorly decorated, but that doesn't stop people from keeping the place totally packed and reservations a MUST. The wait staff will try to push you to the Omakase (Chef's Special), but after a few tries, I prefer to order off the menu and I am always made to feel bad for doing so as if I am insulting the chef. But none the less, if you enjoy great Traditional style (No fufu rolls or California Fusions) sushi, then look no further than Sushi Sasabune. Pros: Sushi, Sushi, Sushi, The food is what it's all about! Cons: Parking, No Bar, Location, Ambiance more
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Cuisine, but in a good way 3/15/2007

I think Sasabune is the best sushi, but that is mere opinion. You decide yourself if you like it. However, if you are a food-o-phile and you throw away excessive amounts of money every year just to experience the ?art? that underlies a cuisine, if food goes beyond flavor and presentation -- if knowing the sources of ingredients and analyzing a chef's reasoning during preparation each individual dish turns your crank -- then Sasabune is the sushi place for you. This place is one of a few that approaches sushi as a creative and expressionistic opportunity rather than merely as a craft of making tasty food. I am talking about the way Sasabune picks ingredients, treats and prepares each item, and focuses almost entirely on creating a wild and dazzling experience for your tastebuds.\r \r If you are not busy analyzing every bite with an equally fanatic sushi friend, the Master Nobu will gladly discuss his sushi philosophy with you if business is slow. In addition to the fish being fresher at lunch, the ability to talk with a true sushi master makes lunch the absolute best time to eat here. You might find out why Nobu ""relaxes"" his sweet shimp for a day before serving them. Or you might find out why he serves his rice both in a fluffy and warm ball rather than as a cold and firm ball one usually finds elsewhere. Or you might discover why he serves the dishes in the order he does for the chef special, or just how special their thin and crispy nori is, or that the wasabi here is hand grated fresh every morning...Nobu's attention to detail is endless and you need to be really ?into? sushi to fully appreciate how much of a philosophy there is behind Sasabune sushi.\r \r As a side note, those upset by Sasabune being closed on the weekend, that's simply because the fishermen don't work the weekends and Nobu won't serve fish less than a few hours old. Sasabune has never been open on the weekends; it's not a sign of their success, it is a sign of dedication to their cuisine. more
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One of the best sushi places in LA! 1/22/2007

The sushi here is amazing and the service is good too! What more can you ask for. It doesn't look incredibly high-end and parking could be tricky, but after you leave you'll swear you'll come back. I have been to dozens of sushi restaurants and this place is definitely up there. The sushi is fresh and the servers tell you how it should be eaten... and compared to other omakase style restaurants, it's very affordable. A definite must for sushi-goers. more
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Best Sushi in Town!!! 12/30/2006

If you are looking for a well prepared sushi with some of the freshest fishes, then Sasabune might be the place that you are looking for! Try the Omakase (Reservation is a MUST: $60/person), though a bit expensive is totally worth it! The rice could be a little dry though for sushi that the fish may fall from the rice, but after you eat the fish, you'll forget about the problem with the rice (which is not much at all). Anyway, I highly2 recommend Sasabune! I tried Matsuhisa's Omakase before (at around $150/person, the quality of the fish was not even close to that of Sasabune's) Pros: FRESH FISH!!! Talented sushi chefs, friendly service Cons: Space for sushi bar is limited, must make reservation! more
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FRESH Fish, Great chefs, Great service 11/30/2006

We went here for dinner because the rating was a 9.8. I would give this place a 10. We sat down to a very fresh omakase with great quality and variety. Our chef was very personable and made delicious selections, but first he checked to see if there was anything we couldn't eat, or if there was anything we really enjoyed. If you go, be open minded and trust your chef. It's really too bad this place is closed on the weekends. Pros: FRESH fish, great selection, great service Cons: Not open on weekends more
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best sushi in LA 11/16/2006

i've been to numerous sushi spots in LA, and nothing compares to sushi sasabune! the fish is soo fresh and yummy.. their omakase is always great and very filling.. even fish that you might not normally eat tastes wonderful at sasabune.. a must try restaurant for sushi lovers! Pros: fresh fish, a lot of seating Cons: not opened on weekends more
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Excellent Sushi 10/1/2006

If you want fresh and the highest quality fish this is the place for you. \r The sauces are amazing also. Pros: Fresh Fish Cons: Parking can be tricky more
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The BEST!!! 7/26/2006

You can't lose if you go here, except for some cash. This is my favorite sushi restaurant hands down. I love the sauces the sushi comes with. Everything is great. The bill for two of us was $180. I would eat there more often, but need to pay rent. New comers might be turned off by the ""trust me"" service at the bar, you don't order, they give you what they want, but try it. There is nothing super exotic like blowfish or urchin. Just great sushi.\r \r more
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Sushi was good 7/14/2006

Just came back from dinner at Sasabune. It was packed but we made reservations so we were seated promptly. We sat at the sushi bar and had the chef special. It was pretty good. The one thing I didn't understand was the wasabi, which was creamy?!?! The service was ok, I guess it was because it was so busy. So busy that one of the busboy took our little plates too fast and spilled some ponzu sauce on my shirt. I really wanted to complain, but since I used to be a waiter when I was in college, I didn't complain but told the busboy to give me some extra hot napkins instead. Other than that, food was pretty good, but the mochi ice cream was not authentic. I will go again, but maybe not on a Friday night. more
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The best sushi ever! Trust me. 7/11/2006

If you are a sushi lover, this is The Place. The sushi is so fresh, it melts in your mouth. Satisfaction guaranteed. Pros: Fresh sushi, warm rice, delicious sauce. Cons: Far from my place. more
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Best (Melt In Your Mouth) Sushi! 7/4/2006

I've been a loyal customer of Sushi Sasabune ever since they were in the little house in Sawtelle. Sasabune does not serve California roll nor spicy tuna roll. So if you're expecting the ""usual"" rolls that you are accustomed to, then Sasabune is not the right place for you.\r \r Sasabune is open only from Monday to Friday for lunch and dinner. They are closed on weekends. This is in itself is an indication that Sasabune is a good sushi place. They're doing so well that they are closed on weekends when other Japanese/Sushi establishments are open. The chef only serves the best and freshest fish every single day. Therefore, since the fish market is closed on weekends, then the restaurant is closed on weekends. The chef does not buy fresh fish and store them in his freezer for the weekend.\r \r The servers would normally ask you if you want the Chef's Special, ""Omakase"". I would highly recommend the Chef's special. Of course, you always have the option of asking for their list. There are two kinds of Chef's special: Japense Omakase and they have the regular (American version) Omakase. The Japanese Omakase is a little bit more in cost but you get more selections such as uni, oysters and sweet shrimp.\r \r The rice is served warm ""Edo style"". This allows you to taste the flavor of the rice instead of being served cold rice. Since the rice is warm, it has a tendency to break up a little bit. The proportion of rice:fish is done well since the fish is always a lot bigger than the rice. You are in the wrong sushi place if your sushi has a substantial amount of rice in comparison to the size of your fish.\r \r I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Sasabune to everyone. Don't forget (for non aficionados) that sushi was not made to use just with your chopsticks. Have fun, relax and use your fingers! \r \r Pros: Freshness of Fish, new location, parking Cons: People who have Americanized taste for sushi more
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  • The Scene
    Nestled into a Wilshire office building, the minimalist dining room here is spacious and airy, though somewhat noisy. Tall windows and white walls are accented with blond wood...

  • 9/27/2007 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon-Fri 12pm-2pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm Saturday 5:30pm-9:30pm
  • Payments: American Express, Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: West LA, West Los Angeles
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