(310) 282-8870
10351 Santa Monica Blvd
(Beverly Glen Boulevard)
Los Angeles,
CA
90025
34.0585
-118.4229
Neighborhoods: West LA, Westwood
Hours:
Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm, 6pm-10pm
Sat 6pm-10pm
Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 5pm-7pm
Price:
$$$
What People Are Saying About Kula Sushi Bistro
The Editor
Martha Burr
Citysearch
In Short – Those who prefer straight talk about toro to bragging over the "big fish" at nearby CAA can't get enough of this polished sushi joint located just past the shadow of Century City's noir-ish skyscrapers. Happy hour brings in young suits ready for sushi served on stylish, dark modern porcelain plates while later hours pack in a lively dinner scene inside the dramatic sunken dining room. Part of a large Japanese chain, this casually elegant American flagship features reasonable daily sashimi specials from Japan, as well as seasonal and organic ingredients in dishes like braised…
02/03/09
Weak at Best
by rhino18
Coworkers and I came here for lunch a while back. We'd been craving sushi that was not "at the mall." When we arrived we were seated promptly, but it was all downhill from that point. Our sushi was tasteless, even the special rolls we ordered lacked flavor and could not even live up to supermarket sushi. In fact, I have had better "day old" sushi. Our service was lack luster as our alcoholic beverages took a while to be served (the place was virtually empty) and we had to ask for water and tea multiple times. Despite the proximity to work, we all vowed never to go back. Unfortunately, Citysearch does not allow a "zero stars" rating...
- Pros: None
- Cons: It takes up valuable real estate along Santa Monica Blvd.
01/23/09
Tasty Sushi, Good Service, Great Ambiance
by dnamitchell
My husband, 2 kids and I have been coming to KULA every Friday night for a few weeks now. They are accommodating to our kids (ages 6 and 4), but I wouldn't say it's a really kid friendly place. Our kids are very good in restaurants and will eat sushi and other Japanese items - there's no kids menu - so we feel comfortable bringing them. We order a variety of nigiri and rolls, miso, crispy rice appetizers and teriaki salmon. The sushi is fresh and reasonably priced. The teriaki is great and the veggies that come with it are so good. I like that the focus is on fresh, natural and organic ingredients.
The atmosphere is cool and relaxing. We can always get a table at 6:00pm on a Friday night. I'm really not sure why this place doesn't get more business.
The service is fine. Not exceptional, but not cold.
The parking... it's been changing. It was valet the first time. No charge the second time. And pay $3 but park yourself last week. I've just taken to parking on the street and walking 1/2 a block. I really wish the parking would be complimentary. That might stir up some business.
Definitely worth a visit.
Give it a try!
12/30/08
Rude
by manoble
The place looks nice and pretty and the prices are reasonable, but I had a hard time enjoying myself there with the attitude of the waiters there. The rolls were ok, but noting special.
The Details on Kula Sushi Bistro
Happy Hour:
Happy Hour runs weekdays 5pm to 7pm. There are cocktail specials each day, with price reductions offered on the full bar. Guests also receive a sampling of complimentary hors d'oeuvres such as California rolls, edamame and Renkon (Lotus) chips.
Where to Sit:
The tony lounge--a venue unto itself--sports a huge wraparound black marble bar, streamlined leather ottomans and flat screen TVs displaying arty Japanese movies. The full menu can be ordered here, and no reservations are required.
What to Drink:
An expansive list of standard and premium sake and soju augments many Asian-styled signature cocktails, from the ginger martini and barley Collins, to ume-and-lime-infused Snow in the Fall.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
People Watching, Business Dining, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
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