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93.12999725341797% positive |
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wanted to go here for my birthday because I thought what better than a sushi restaurant with a great view but now I regret it. ”
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It's a great experience and a fun place to take out-of-towners too. ”
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This restaurant had a great atmosphere and a great setting. ”
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the place is well done, may be some people call it old fashion but to me it was nice decoration, food is good but expensive, don't get me wrong I do pay for good food but here you don't get for what you pay. ”
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The restaurant is very trendy, great views, nice lounge. ”
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food was great, ambience was spectacular! ”
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highly recommend Takami if you want to have a night out full of good sushi, a hip atmosphere, and good service. ”
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Good food/service, great setting, fantastic view. ”
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The ambience is good, the service is great! ”
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The staff impressed my client, the view is amazing, and the atmoshere is great (keep in mind downtown was dead at 6pm and now it rocks as hard as West LA at 10pm). ”
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gave this place 3 stars; one for ambiance, one for good service, and one for ok food. ”
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The views are stunning, service is good, and food is great. ”
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The trendy decor, exceptional sushi, and superior service all made the night enjoyable for us at Takami. ”
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great atmosphere ”
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It's at the top of a high rise in downtown with awesome views and good food. ”
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The ambience and the view is beautiful but it was ruined by the bad service we received by the Hostess mainly. ”
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regret going here for my birthday the food is overpriced for what they give just 2 people hardly ordering much food became 90 bucks, I'd much rather go to koi and spend 150 on a great meal and a great ambiance. ”
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Great sushi and amazing view ”
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Nice decor, some music playing in the background, very hip place. ”
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views of the city are incredible as well. ”
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Tragically inept service and management, but a very nice view ”
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Really good Japenese with excellent views ”
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So anyways, I would def recommend Takami Sushi, for nice dinner and to enjoy the vibe and atmosphere. ”
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The view was great but the sushi quality was average. ”
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Although in may not be the very best sushi you've ever had, overall the amazing view of the LA skyline and the exceptional service we experienced insures that we will be back! ”
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have to admit the place was really nice and the view was cool & the crowd was older business class. ”
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We definitely enjoyed our dinner & the beautiful view of LA. ”
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The atmosphere is great, the lounge leaves a little to be desired (the DJ on both nights I went was pretty lame but I? ”
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It is a great lunch spot (we saw the LAPD Chief there talking business) and the view is great. ”
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The view and space is amazing! ”
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What you are really paying for here is the ambiance, which was great just wish the sushi was the same. ”
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Next time I'll just have a drink and enjoy the view. ”
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Great food and great view! ”
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Its on the 21st floor of a building and offers a great view of the city. ”
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The hip environment was fun, but not snobby or uncomfortable. ”
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The food is ok, and the parking is awful! ”
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It is a very nice place with a very cool ambience. ”
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The only plus: a nice view and ambience. ”
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The "long lunch" crowd can enjoy some interesting wines and Sakis sitting and staring at the great view of Los Angeles (on a clear day). ”
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If you go on a week day night when it is not completely packed the service is fine, the food is good (and not overly expensive) and the view is fantastic. ”
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| drinks |
95.83000183105469% positive |
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Our waitress was attentive and made sure our drinks were refilled and our order came out ok. ”
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All the staff was so nice - - our waiter Lucas was so attentive and made the BEST food and drink recommendations. ”
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Huge variety of beers and cocktails. ”
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The bartenders were AWESOME, the drinks were rather expensive, but very good! ”
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The "long lunch" crowd can enjoy some interesting wines and Sakis sitting and staring at the great view of Los Angeles (on a clear day). ”
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Wonderful people, personalities, food, and drinks. ”
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Takami Sushi is definitely the place to go if you are looking for great people to serve you delicious food and drinks. ”
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Next time I'll just have a drink and enjoy the view. ”
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| food quality |
82.9800033569336% positive |
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In addition to tradition sushi rolls Takami has some of the best signature rolls in town! ”
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As for food, again a little pricey, but DEFINITELY worth the trip! ”
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We go there for many business lunches because it is always reliable for good food and service. ”
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This is my favorite sushi restaurant. ”
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Best atmoshere in LA and great sushi ”
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Takami Sushi is definitely the place to go if you are looking for great people to serve you delicious food and drinks. ”
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We did order more food, but I think this much for lunch is definitely going to be reserved for days we can charge the lunch in or take a client out. ”
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The food, service, and people are great. ”
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What you are really paying for here is the ambiance, which was great just wish the sushi was the same. ”
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The robata steak had good flavor, but was very tough. ”
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Arrogant unattractive hostesses, need customer service class, long wait for empty outside seating area, great food but not worth the horrible service ”
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If you go on a week day night when it is not completely packed the service is fine, the food is good (and not overly expensive) and the view is fantastic. ”
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Their sushi rolls are about 8 pieces, and appetizer and entree very good sized portions. ”
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Our party of four tried a little of everything (robata, seared yellowtail with diced chiles, duck breast, tropical avocado bowl, spicy tuna on crispy rice, 21st roll, etc.). ”
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Good fusion sushi rolls ”
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It really is a shame considering the food was wonderful. ”
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All the staff was so nice - - our waiter Lucas was so attentive and made the BEST food and drink recommendations. ”
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The food is ok, but I do believe this place has the WORST service in ALL LOS ANGELES! ”
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The sushi was not that great. ”
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Great sushi and amazing view ”
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The must haves are: the sweet scallop present, spicy albacore, and crispy rice. ”
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The food and service are really good. ”
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All the food we had was absolutely delicious. ”
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Although in may not be the very best sushi you've ever had, overall the amazing view of the LA skyline and the exceptional service we experienced insures that we will be back! ”
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The food on the other hand was magnificent! ”
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Also we got, penthouse roll - very good, and I got Grilled Salmon in teriyaki sauce - it was melting in my mouth, great dish. ”
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Like I always say, I don't mind paying $$$$ for good food. ”
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But when I am charged a grip for mediocre food, that pi#&es me off. ”
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would highly recommend Takami Sushi over any spot I have been in LA for the food, energy, and setting. ”
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If you think this place's sushi is fantastic, I highly urge you to eat out more. ”
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The food was delicious but have they not heard that it is a faux pau to allow your client to wait 15-20 minutes between appetizer meals to be served? ”
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The food was of excellent quality, and the staff did a very good job at explaining the menu items. ”
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Mediocre sushi at best. ”
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The food is always fresh and good, service is always attentive and accomodating. ”
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regret going here for my birthday the food is overpriced for what they give just 2 people hardly ordering much food became 90 bucks, I'd much rather go to koi and spend 150 on a great meal and a great ambiance. ”
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As far as food, a few dishes we tried were delicious. ”
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Good food/service, great setting, fantastic view. ”
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The food was decent, but the service was such a sh*t show, I found it hard to focus on the food. ”
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Presentation was ok ( but what's the point of presentation when the food is horrible), and the price definitely not worth it. ”
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The views are stunning, service is good, and food is great. ”
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My co-workers and I tried this place for the first time last week for dineLA and we really enjoyed the food and service. ”
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Great food and great view! ”
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My had dinner and the sushi was really good. ”
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The food is ok, and the parking is awful! ”
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Spicy Tuna on crisply rice is a great appetizer, very tasty. ”
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at anryate, the food was pretty good. ”
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highly recommend Takami if you want to have a night out full of good sushi, a hip atmosphere, and good service. ”
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The food was also very very good and they had some nice Valentine's specials. ”
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The food was really good! ”
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There are many great sushi restaurants in Los Angeles that are terrific and a fair value. ”
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The food was mediocre at best and so is the service. ”
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travel alot and find this place to be one of my favorite roof top restaurants in the world mainly because of the awesome food, setting, and awesome General Manager who is always making sure we are enjoying ourselves. ”
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The Sashimi is always fresh and sliced in healthy size pieces. ”
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It's at the top of a high rise in downtown with awesome views and good food. ”
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The food was very mediocre, the service was worse and it was outrageously expensive. ”
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Everything we tried was memorable, including the manager checking in with us to make sure we were happy with our meal and service. ”
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If you want to see the world and have a good meal at the same time this is the place to b. ”
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had Takami 10 coctails, very tasty and on the strong side. ”
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They have a great variety of cooked and raw dishes, so everyone can enjoy something. ”
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Food was terrible CONVAYER style , premade sushi. ”
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the place is well done, may be some people call it old fashion but to me it was nice decoration, food is good but expensive, don't get me wrong I do pay for good food but here you don't get for what you pay. ”
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wanted to go here for my birthday because I thought what better than a sushi restaurant with a great view but now I regret it. ”
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went here for my birthday & the sushi is definitely not great. ”
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The trendy decor, exceptional sushi, and superior service all made the night enjoyable for us at Takami. ”
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food was great, ambience was spectacular! ”
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Our server was very helpful, the food was so tasty and original. ”
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The view was great but the sushi quality was average. ”
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Wonderful people, personalities, food, and drinks. ”
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The sashimi was really fresh and the handrolls were packed with flavor. ”
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gave this place 3 stars; one for ambiance, one for good service, and one for ok food. ”
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| menu variety |
100.0% positive |
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They have a great variety of cooked and raw dishes, so everyone can enjoy something. ”
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The food was of excellent quality, and the staff did a very good job at explaining the menu items. ”
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Huge variety of beers and cocktails. ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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It is a great place to have a nice dinner with friends or significant other. ”
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If you want to see the world and have a good meal at the same time this is the place to b. ”
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This is my favorite sushi restaurant. ”
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It's a great experience and a fun place to take out-of-towners too. ”
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great place ”
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It is a very nice place with a very cool ambience. ”
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| return potential |
66.66999816894531% positive |
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Although in may not be the very best sushi you've ever had, overall the amazing view of the LA skyline and the exceptional service we experienced insures that we will be back! ”
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| service |
74.26000118255615% positive |
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The food was decent, but the service was such a sh*t show, I found it hard to focus on the food. ”
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The food, service, and people are great. ”
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My co-workers and I tried this place for the first time last week for dineLA and we really enjoyed the food and service. ”
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The food and service are really good. ”
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Wonderful people, personalities, food, and drinks. ”
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went there 3 times and everytime I went there is this 1 asian hostess who is just not friendly nor helpful. ”
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Arrogant unattractive hostesses, need customer service class, long wait for empty outside seating area, great food but not worth the horrible service ”
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The ambience is good, the service is great! ”
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The bartenders were AWESOME, the drinks were rather expensive, but very good! ”
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Takami Sushi is definitely the place to go if you are looking for great people to serve you delicious food and drinks. ”
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regret going here for my birthday the food is overpriced for what they give just 2 people hardly ordering much food became 90 bucks, I'd much rather go to koi and spend 150 on a great meal and a great ambiance. ”
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We go there for many business lunches because it is always reliable for good food and service. ”
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The views are stunning, service is good, and food is great. ”
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Although in may not be the very best sushi you've ever had, overall the amazing view of the LA skyline and the exceptional service we experienced insures that we will be back! ”
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The food was very mediocre, the service was worse and it was outrageously expensive. ”
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didnt experience any bad or rude service either. ”
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no offense, i wear it too but i dont act like a snobby princess if im in customer service) girls just stand there and look u up and down til u say ud like to be seated. ”
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Service was very good as well, waitress was fast and very attentive. ”
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She didn't greet any guest, slightly rude and even with reservation we had to wait for 45:00 to be seated, what's the point to get reservation if you have to wait any way. ”
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They will not last with bad management and service like that. ”
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The ambience and the view is beautiful but it was ruined by the bad service we received by the Hostess mainly. ”
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Tragically inept service and management, but a very nice view ”
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Very attentive. ”
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wanna be one of those rude people that act like its too light or something but it really tasted like sparkling water and cranberry instead of vodka and cranberry, we told her and she took the same glass and poured more of a ? ”
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Food was ok, our server wasn't great either, we asked if we will be able to walk over to the lounge after dinner and he directed us back to that hostess. ”
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The bartenders were very nice though. ”
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p.s. i think i got the same unattractive, "big" hostess, i only write this bc she was wearing a very not classy, short, very revealing dress that looked more appropriate for a cheap club, and not an upscale restaurant. ”
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The staff impressed my client, the view is amazing, and the atmoshere is great (keep in mind downtown was dead at 6pm and now it rocks as hard as West LA at 10pm). ”
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Everything we tried was memorable, including the manager checking in with us to make sure we were happy with our meal and service. ”
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Good food/service, great setting, fantastic view. ”
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The food was mediocre at best and so is the service. ”
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The food is always fresh and good, service is always attentive and accomodating. ”
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the place is well done, may be some people call it old fashion but to me it was nice decoration, food is good but expensive, don't get me wrong I do pay for good food but here you don't get for what you pay. ”
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The food was of excellent quality, and the staff did a very good job at explaining the menu items. ”
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Our server was very helpful, the food was so tasty and original. ”
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If you go on a week day night when it is not completely packed the service is fine, the food is good (and not overly expensive) and the view is fantastic. ”
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The food is ok, but I do believe this place has the WORST service in ALL LOS ANGELES! ”
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Service was slow, servers kept serving our orders to the couple next to us. ”
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The service was excellent. ”
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The trendy decor, exceptional sushi, and superior service all made the night enjoyable for us at Takami. ”
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All the staff was so nice - - our waiter Lucas was so attentive and made the BEST food and drink recommendations. ”
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gave this place 3 stars; one for ambiance, one for good service, and one for ok food. ”
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Our waitress was attentive and made sure our drinks were refilled and our order came out ok. ”
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highly recommend Takami if you want to have a night out full of good sushi, a hip atmosphere, and good service. ”
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After waiting for 10 minutes to speak to to so-called manager, I explained to him our horrible experience. ”
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| value |
67.36000061035156% positive |
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Arrogant unattractive hostesses, need customer service class, long wait for empty outside seating area, great food but not worth the horrible service ”
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Presentation was ok ( but what's the point of presentation when the food is horrible), and the price definitely not worth it. ”
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p.s. i think i got the same unattractive, "big" hostess, i only write this bc she was wearing a very not classy, short, very revealing dress that looked more appropriate for a cheap club, and not an upscale restaurant. ”
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There are many great sushi restaurants in Los Angeles that are terrific and a fair value. ”
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If you go on a week day night when it is not completely packed the service is fine, the food is good (and not overly expensive) and the view is fantastic. ”
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regret going here for my birthday the food is overpriced for what they give just 2 people hardly ordering much food became 90 bucks, I'd much rather go to koi and spend 150 on a great meal and a great ambiance. ”
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As for food, again a little pricey, but DEFINITELY worth the trip! ”
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The bartenders were AWESOME, the drinks were rather expensive, but very good! ”
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Price was not bad either, its pricey but not on the very expensive side. ”
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the place is well done, may be some people call it old fashion but to me it was nice decoration, food is good but expensive, don't get me wrong I do pay for good food but here you don't get for what you pay. ”
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Their sushi rolls are about 8 pieces, and appetizer and entree very good sized portions. ”
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The food was very mediocre, the service was worse and it was outrageously expensive. ”
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| wait time |
58.33000183105469% positive |
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Service was slow, servers kept serving our orders to the couple next to us. ”
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After waiting for 10 minutes to speak to to so-called manager, I explained to him our horrible experience. ”
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The "long lunch" crowd can enjoy some interesting wines and Sakis sitting and staring at the great view of Los Angeles (on a clear day). ”
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Arrogant unattractive hostesses, need customer service class, long wait for empty outside seating area, great food but not worth the horrible service ”
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The food was delicious but have they not heard that it is a faux pau to allow your client to wait 15-20 minutes between appetizer meals to be served? ”
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This is one of our favorite restaurants - a quick lunch or a long lunch, can be had. ”
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