05/01/08

Best Sushi in LA - very traditional & authentic Japanese sushi

by te20

I am addicted to this place - the fish is so fresh and the rice is really special. Never had anything like it anywhere else, and I goto a lot of sushi places in the US and internationally. It is very traditional, so no californial rolls - and the chef likes to serve you what he's picked out - but it's worth it. He always knows what I want and like - and after you get to know him, he's a treat to watch and converse with. A very talented master chef. Definitely sit at the sushi bar if you can. Enjoy!

• Pros: Sushi you can trust. Healthy, safe and hand-picked for freshness.
• Cons: There is no menu, so be prepared to ask questions and try what the Chef prepares.

03/02/08

Perfect for the sushi-maniac

by jjk5

During my lifetime, I have had the opportunity to enjoy sushi at various places; from kaiten-zushi restaurants to "special occasion" sushi restaurants in Japan & LA. And I have to say, Shibucho is one of the best I have had. Good fish on not-too-vinegary rice packed into a nice bite-size piece. And to top it off, he has an amazing wine list to pair with his sushi. You don't see too many sushi retaurants with French wine from the 60s (maybe even older??).

If you're used to the spicy tuna rolls and california rolls that are covered in mayo and chili sauce, the sushi here may seem too bland for you.... But if you're looking for authentic sushi where you can actually savor the flavors of the fish itself, this is the place.

This restaurant is never too full (I think the location does not do them justice...) so you get great service. And the cozy feel of the restaurant makes it comfortable for a nice long leisurely dinner.

• Pros: Good food, good service, good WINE!
• Cons: The location (located in the older parts of LA, a true "hole in the wall").

02/14/08

bad business

by ZKaudio

The previous comment was made by someone affiliated with the restaurant. They also made an unnecessary and untruthful comment bashing Sasabune... not great business practice guys...