(310) 458-4771
1401 Ocean Ave
(Santa Monica Boulevard)
Santa Monica,
CA
90401
34.0141
-118.498
Neighborhoods: Downtown, West LA
Hours:
Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-11:30pm
Sat 12pm-11:30pm
Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm
Price:
$$$
Sushi Roku
Last updated 11.11.09
What People Are Saying About Sushi Roku
The Owner
Sushi Roku
Owner
Sushi Roku is located steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade and walking distance to the beach. Our chefs prepare innovative small dishes out of succulent, sliced hunks of raw fish. The scallop dynamite is tender and sweet--one of the best in town--and the rich black cod is a perfect counterbalance to the more delicate sashimi dishes. Try any sashimi appetizer, such as salmon or bonito, with tangy garlic ponzu sauce and jalapeno tempura. We have daily sushi specials that usually include rarer and more expensive Japanese imports such as ishi-tai (black tail snapper),…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – The Santa Monica branch of this ultra-hip sushi chain offers the same urban-meets-Zen design, but surpasses other outposts with an ocean view from the enclosed patio. Most nights, the bar area buzzes with singles, while the dining area is left to sushi-sharing dates. But raw fish is only half the story here. Appetizers--hot and cold from the garden, sea and farm--demonstrate what this kitchen can do. The list includes tuna spring roll cigars with Asian beurre blanc, soft-shell crab in champagne butter, fresh salmon rolled with daikon, ponzu and caviar, and filet-wrapped…
10/14/09
Best Sushi on Westside
by NormalGuy
This place has the best sushi hands down on the Westside, great for dates too. Lots of action and a very cool vibe. Only problem is that it is always so crowded and sometimes have to wait for your table or service.
- Pros: food, atmosphere
- Cons: waiting
09/20/09
Pricey Sushi that is sometimes worth it!
by sushipix
If money is no object, and you don't mind fighting the crowds for this slickly decorated sushi place, you might have a great, memorable meal here.
Its worth asking the waiters what their favorites are, then checking the price to see if they are not just pushing the most expensive items... there are quite a lot of great, unique choices, so keep asking about them.
I like the atmosphere - you feel like its an experience... it just may not be the experience you can splurge for every week!
- Pros: Great Santa Monica location, some amazing choices
- Cons: can bump up the bill very quickly
03/24/09
good food
by marquesdayton
My girlfriend took me to sushi roku the other day and I was pretty happy with the sushi and sashimi. It's a little pricey but most great restaurants are. If you love this place you'll most likely enjoy Club Sushi and Sushi Gen.
- Pros: good food
- Cons: pricey
The Details on Sushi Roku
Where to Sit:
Request a spot on the patio. Time it right and treat yourself (and your date) to a stunning sunset along with the sumptuous sushi.
Parking:
Beach parking is fierce any time of day or night. Don't take chances, head for the valet. Validation will save you about $3.50 at the lot on Ocean.
Where to Sit:
Request a spot on the patio. Time it right and treat yourself (and your date) to a stunning sunset along with the yummy sushi.
Parking:
Opt for the valet, found on Ocean Avenue or park in one of the public pay garages on 2nd Street.
Message from Sushi Roku
- Voted Best Sushi in LA
- Three Locations in LA
- Ocean Views
Sushi Roku is located steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade and walking distance to the beach.
Our chefs prepare innovative small dishes out of succulent, sliced hunks of raw fish. The scallop dynamite is tender and sweet--one of the best in town--and the rich black cod is a perfect counterbalance to the more delicate sashimi dishes. Try any sashimi appetizer, such as salmon or bonito, with tangy garlic ponzu sauce and jalapeno tempura. We have daily sushi specials that usually include rarer and more expensive Japanese imports such as ishi-tai (black tail snapper), sayori (half beak) and kohada (gizzard shad).
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