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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa

Sushi Restaurant and Japanese Restaurant$$$$

Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica

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Ranked #1 for sushi restaurants in Los Angeles
The sushi at SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa is a can't miss
"the omakase ("Trust Me") is a great deal for how good it is!"(10 Tips)
"Best sushi in LA, melts in your mouth."(8 Tips)
"Had the Trust Me menu which was fantastic."(7 Tips)
"get the trust me lite lunch, blue crab hand roll!!!!"(6 Tips)

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Ranu RajkarnikarJanuary 26, 2016
Worth the wait. Put your name down and go get a few drinks at The Misfit around the corner. Get the Trust Me or Trust Me Nozawa. Blue crab roll, scallop, red snapper and sweet shrimp are all amazing.
Edlin ChoiJune 20, 2012
Perhaps the freshest and most amazing sushi I've had. Fresh wasabi. Perfect rice. Incredibly fresh fish. Even more amazing is the price - $30 for a Trust Me tasting menu (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
EaterDecember 20, 2016
Is there a better price to quality ratio in all of Los Angeles than chef Nozawa’s “Trust Me?” Probably not, which explains the rapidly expanding empire growing across the city.
Danny BlaqJuly 24, 2017
This has to be one of the best Sushi places I've been to and I've been at a lot of high end sushi places across the country. The hand rolls are just bomb and all their fish is like butter
Vaibhav PFebruary 4, 2017
The Trust Me menus are awesome. Highly recommend! Sat on the counter with a friend and the service was very friendly and attentive. We missed out on Hirami that day, so hope to be back.
Marcus J.February 27, 2015
The Nozawa is amazing. My faves were the salmon and snapper rolls. The special for the night was the sweet shrimp roll. If was a bit slimy and had a bad after taste.
Kitt HodAugust 17, 2018
The Trust Me (omakase) menus are amazing, ask about the daily special before ordering the expensive one. The acoustics are poor, so don't expect conversation when the restaurant is full.
JH H-DOctober 20, 2015
The "trust me" menus are meant to imitate the real sushi experience of items being selected for you, for the best culinary journey. It's best that you trust them and get one of the menus
Jeffrey GlueckJanuary 8, 2023
The best sashimi, just trust the chef on the prix fix. The basic menu is good, no need to add the premium fatty tuna unless you really want.
Keith BlodornJune 6, 2022
Fantastic, melt-in-your-mouth sushi. Dining room is small, and strictly first come / first served. The “trust me” options are the way to go, brought out one plate at a time.
Trevor HillApril 23, 2018
Excellent omakase for the price point, I got the Nozawa Trust Me which was delicious. Head up everything's a bit on the salty side. Big plus: "no" tipping (auto flat rate)
Norberto AgulleiroJune 3, 2019
It’s an incredibly good place. Delicious sophisticated food and an amazing “please no tipping” (a 16% California Tax is added to your account but). In summary: you can’t miss it.
Lane RettigOctober 15, 2013
Excellent excellent sushi. The Nozawa set is $40 including a daily special. These guys are serious about sushi: there are no rice dishes, no noodle dishes, hardly any appetizers. Worth the wait!
Jose BAugust 12, 2017
Great place for traditional sushi. Been at least 3 times, and fish is always very fresh. Service is courteous and efficient. In my opinion their price/value is very fair.
GeorgeAugust 9, 2014
Yeah you come here and get the Trust Me option where you pay a set price and they provide a bunch of dishes. You'll end up satisfied without having to fire off too many neurons deciding on dishes.
Nej KutcharianJuly 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Be warned, this place is very addictive, you get the "Trust Me" menu once and you'll be coming for more and more. I came across this place mid June and it's already my third time here and it's July!
Daniel FürgMarch 12, 2015
Perhaps one of the best places to eat sushi in Santa Monica. Great food and perfect service match at Sugarfish in harmony.
S LeeAugust 7, 2014
Been here 5+ times
EVERYTHING IS GOOD. I get the Nozawa and add hand cut lobster roll and unagi. No reservations, go during non-peak times. Parking next door $3 w/validation.
Christina VillelaAugust 28, 2015
I come here and get the "Trust Me by Nozowa" every time. - Can't resist the super fresh fish and warm rice. If you like authentic Sushi, this is the place.
VernaApril 7, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Lives up to the hype...really great sushi. Go Nozawa because each round of that tasting is well executed. Just make sure you go ready to wait. Whatever they quote you, double it.
AndreasJanuary 11, 2017
The fish tastes so fresh, it melts in your mouth. The 'Trust Me' menu is good value for money.
Meg FarmerAugust 22, 2016
The freshest sushi in town. Go with the Trust Me. They don't take reservations so get your name on the list and kill 30 mins getting a drink.
Jonathan SnookAugust 19, 2018
Had the Trust Me menu which was fantastic. Simply prepared and presented and so tasty.
Caty SoloneAugust 7, 2014
I always get the "trust me" and am always blown away by the freshness and quality of the fish. Best sushi I have ever had, hands down.
naveenJune 27, 2018
the omakase ("Trust Me") is a great deal for how good it is!
nathan archambaultMay 4, 2014
Best sushi I've ever had and it will be the best sushi you've ever had if you eat here. Don't joke around, go with the Trust Me Nozawa.
Cynthia GonzalezMay 4, 2022
Loved the different options! Ans the sushi was so great!
Nick SaretzkyJanuary 22, 2019
Makes an upscale sushi set much more accessible. Wonderfully fussy takeaway containers too: detailed instructions for every course.
Dëva HolikOctober 22, 2014
Parking next door. Do the tasting menu and come hungry. Blue crab hand roll and sake - great date spot. Gets busy on weekends.
Jinnie LOctober 30, 2014
This is the only sushi place I love to eat in Santa Monica :) very fresh n yumm!!!!! trust me is really really good♥
John KhuuJune 10, 2015
Ok listen - wait in line w/ sake, get table/order "TRUST ME", the rice is buttery crack, and service is phenomenal. This place was heaven.
Steven GaanJuly 4, 2017
Sushi was awesome and I highly recommend the omakase. Don't expect this place to be your typical quiet Japanese restaurant.
Coach KateMarch 10, 2015
When I'm in the area, this is a must! They have the freshest sushi around. Sweet staff and very clean! go here..
Kelly WeaverFebruary 12, 2022
Albacore Belly and Turo Sashimi were great. Everything was very good.
Kelley L.March 4, 2017
It's dark inside at night, but the food is great, even if you cannot really see what you are eating.
Toni HudsonJanuary 28, 2011
Got 'The Nozawa' to go...so good, makes you want to cry. You get all the famous Nozawa sauces with an instruction card all wrapped up in cool packaging. A must if you truly love sushi.
Ina LiJanuary 23, 2015
Now is the restaurant week. Make sure to ask the dinner menu. 40 dollars with more then enough deliciousness!
Lucie PustovaOctober 30, 2016
Get the classic Trust Me menu, trust me. And eat quickly or the rolls disintegrated in your hands.
martha SharpsMarch 31, 2015
Best sushi place ever.. I love this place.. they know what they are doing when they serve you the best sushi ever.. love it..
Cory DolphinAugust 11, 2014
Resist the urge to order 'Trust me' and go wild on a la carte. More bang for your buck and the same amazing quality.
JH H-DOctober 20, 2015
The rice is hot and the fish is cold, just how it is meant to be served! Best sushi I've had outside of Japan.
Natalie LSeptember 9, 2013
No reservations, trust them and get the pre fixe Trust Me or Nozawa dinner. Amazing combo of sashimi & hand rolls.
Jennifer YipSeptember 21, 2014
the blue crab hand roll is amazing. definitely get the scallop nigiri if it's on the menu!
Mohamed HafizJuly 27, 2016
Excellent Sushi, shame on the stuck up service.Make sure your entire group is there & your not waiting for someone.Otherwise u wont be seated.
Marco M. SpinelliAugust 23, 2016
Uni is super fresh, food is great and service is one of the best around. Lovely place
Christina HuguetDecember 21, 2013
AMAZING. Will blow your mind. Their fish literally melts in your mouth. Try to eat it upside down :D.
Gabriel LucinskiNovember 25, 2012
Go for the Nozawa... Trust the chef and you will never regreat! One of the best japonese restaurants i've ever been!
Peter ChunJune 10, 2014
Bay scallops are great and if you're sharing a trust me/lite/nozawa, double up on the blue crab hand roll!
Marty AlchinFebruary 11, 2013
The Trust Me is a great way to start, but make sure to check out the rest of the menu. The unagi is fantastic!
Jess NaldoOctober 13, 2014
If you're not ordering the "Trust Me," you're not doing it right! The Omakase is what dreams are made of and wallets cry tears of joy for. I want to cry, laugh, smile, and name my first born Nozawa.

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