Sushi Gen

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  Michelle Hoang

  ·2 months ago

  “We always enjoy dining at Sushi Gen. It has become one of our long-time favorite spots, and we keep coming back year after year. We usually sit at the bar and order our sushi directly, where everything is incredibly fresh and carefully prepared in front of you. It’s always a popular dining choice, and even when it’s busy, the experience still feels smooth and well taken care of. The seating area is a bit small and intimate, but that actually adds to its charm. The vibe is warm, welcoming, and cozy, and there’s a comforting energy the moment you step in. Despite how popular it is, it never feels rushed or impersonal. Many of the staff have been working here for years, and you can really feel their experience and consistency in the way they serve and interact with guests. The sushi master is often present at the bar, personally greeting customers with a calm and friendly presence, which makes the whole experience feel even more special and genuine. We truly appreciate the attention to detail, the freshness of the fish, and the overall consistency over so many years. It’s rare to find a place that maintains this level of quality and atmosphere for such a long time. While the bar seating is a bit on the pricier side, it is absolutely worth it for the freshness, craftsmanship, and overall dining experience.”

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  Andy Vu

  ·2 months ago

  “1. The sashimi lunch set was filling and had good quality fish! I loved that it also came with miso soup and a rice bowl! 2. The spot has chill casual vibes! The interior definitely feels cozy! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! It was all ready after 10 mins! Note: For a Friday, there was a line at 30 mins before lunch opening! Getting in line before opening will give you the best chance to get an actual table seating! At opening, you still have a chance to be seated at the counter! Photo: Sashimi Lunch”

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  David Dendic

  ·3 months ago

  “My wife and I have a tradition to go to this phenomenal Sushi restaurant for our wedding anniversaries. This place does not disappoint every single time we go here. I would strongly recommend sitting directly at the bar and asking one of sushi masters to choose themselves what they want to make for you that night. Is this place a bit on the expensive side? Yes. Is it worth it? ABSOLUTELY! This is going to be probably one of the best sushi/sashimis you’ll ever eat in your life. Special thanks go to Master Yama for doing such an amazing job, once again.”

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  J C

  ·3 months ago

  “My favorite place for sushi in LA. The quality is amazing—this is one of the only places where the tuna actually tastes fresh and truly delicious. I’ve been to countless sushi spots all over California, and nothing beats this place. A lot …”

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  Kat Hendrickson

  ·4 months ago

  “My first time sitting at a sushi bar and I absolutely loved it! The atmosphere was great, and watching the chefs prepare everything right in front of you made the experience even more fun. I got to try all kinds of sushi, from fatty tuna and yellowtail to raw shrimp, and everything was fresh and delicious. The server was funny and that made the experience even better. 🍣😊”

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  Marco Moliterni

  ·4 months ago

  “Truly one of the most delicious things I’ve ever eaten. I never really understood how sushi rice should be seasoned and the quality of the fish is outstanding. Splurge for the premium chirashi with bbq eel.”

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  Carl Wong

  ·5 months ago

  “This sushi spot is iconic to locals and tourists alike. I arrived at 10:45am and there was a line of 25+ people in front of me. They won't seat you unless your entire party is present. The sushi bar is mostly open however you can't order lunch specials. The sushi and Sashimi are freshly prepared, the quality is consistent over the past several decades. This institution trains many future sushi chefs in SoCal food scene. We truly enjoy various sushi: Fatty tuna, yellowtail belly, uni, amaebi, Japanese mackerel, mirugai, and 2 rolls: spicy tuna cut roll as well as salmon skin hand roll. The albacore tataki is not prepared and presented on a plate with ponzu sauce but like Sashimi with the sauce in a dipping bowl. The monkfish liver is a bit too firm to my liking. We round up our meal with asari miso soup, the clams are fresh and it's a generous portion.”

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  Sa Sa su

  ·5 months ago

  “If you’re looking for authentic, high-quality sushi without the over-the-top rolls, Sushi Gen is absolutely worth the visit. Tucked into a strip mall on the edge of Little Tokyo, this spot keeps things traditional—and does it exceptionally well. The focus here is on fresh fish and clean flavors, not flashy presentation. We arrived around 5:30 PM and were seated right away at a cozy table for two, which was a nice surprise since the sushi bar was already packed and the atmosphere was lively. Service was polite, efficient, and attentive throughout the meal. I also appreciated the small details, like the hand wipes provided before eating—it adds to the overall experience. We shared a sushi plate featuring tuna, salmon, yellowtail, and albacore, and every piece was incredibly fresh and buttery. The edamame was perfectly steamed and lightly salted—simple but done right. We noticed someone nearby ordered the Premium Chirashi (around $47), and it looked amazing—definitely on our list for next time. It’s easy to see why this place is so popular. Parking is $4, but it’s free after 6 PM, which is a nice bonus.”

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  JM

  ·5 months ago

  “This sushi place is the best in town. Raw tuna has an absolutely superb taste. It’s of great quality and has a high turnover rate, ensuring that you can always enjoy fresh sushi. However, one unfortunate aspect is that we don’t take reservations, which means we have to wait for at least 20 minutes.”

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  Rin Loris

  ·5 months ago

  “I was visiting my good friend in LA, and we wanted to try this spot as it is quite the popular sushi place known to locals (apparently). My friend’s coworkers had also highly recommended it, so we had high hopes checking it out. We came in around 5pm, and there was no wait. The restaurant was full, but it was slightly before the dinner rush so we had no trouble getting seated. The biggest problem was the service. We were handed about 4 different menus, and since it was our first time here, we tried flagging our server down to ask about the menu and the differences. Myself included, most of my party had either worked in sushi restaurants or had sushi in Japan multiple times (we are all korean) and was expecting a more Japanese sushi experience rather than an Americanized version, so we wanted to ask for specifics like if they had Hitsumabushi or specific cuts of fish we could order. There was also some vagueness with the menu as the nigiri ordering form lacked prices. Whenever we tried to flag our server down, she was very dismissive and acted like we were bothering her. She would walk away before we had a chance to ask her additional questions, and would answer very rudely- it ended up taking over 30 minutes just to try to order, as she kept walking past us when we kept flagging her down. She was Japanese, and we were a bit taken aback as every Japanese establishment we’ve visited always prided in excellent service. We wanted to order the Sashimi Deluxe and asked her what fish comes in the deluxe, and she said “Salmon. tuna.” and walked away. We ended up asking for a different server because there was no way for us to enjoy our meal with her as our server. Our new server was extremely sweet and apologetic about our experience. As for the food- Some of the plates smelled like the dishwasher/ mildew, which caused the fish to smell a little off. Here are the things we ordered: -unagi dinner: for it being more than $30, this was a small portion and the rice smelled weird. We expected larger portioned sides but the sides were small. -Sashimi deluxe: it was plated very pretty and was decent, but wasn’t as high quality as we had hoped. -Nigiri: the salmon belly was decent, the regular salmon was a little smelly. The tamago was a big portion and decent, and we enjoyed the yellowtail as well. We were open to ordering more initially, but after seeing the quality, we didn’t move forward with additional orders. We wanted to potentially order drinks but the first server snatched it away before we got a chance. We ended up just ordering hot tea and water. We also wanted to keep the menu to potentially order more later, but she took it away as well. We came planning on ordering a lot and tipping accordingly, but it seems like she didn’t want us to order a lot of food. Overall, the fish quality was so-so, it wasn’t mind blowing enough to warrant driving out to LA for, as I feel that plenty of Orange County sushi restaurants can offer a similar quality. For the food I’d say the quality was a 2.5-3/5, however it was our initial encounter with the server that left a bad taste in our mouths. We really appreciated our male server (F or J name) and other female japanese server (Saki?) for improving our experience, but the initial animosity from the first server was so large that we did not want to return. We noticed the other tables in that server’s section also having a bad time with her service, as we saw her and the guests having some unhappy interactions. I don’t think it was racism, perhaps the server was having a bad day. But even if the service is subpar, we would have been okay if we were at least served quickly and efficiently, but that did not happen with her either, hence us requesting a new server. Interior was cute, did not try the bathroom. Noise level was quite loud, and pretty busy once the dinner rush picked up. Parking has a fee and is sparse. I’d say try to come before 5pm if you want to park and get in without too long of a wait.”

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