Welcome to El Sushi
At El Sushi, located in the heart of Koreatown, Los Angeles, an enchanting fusion of Italian and Japanese cuisines awaits. This intimate, mom-and-pop restaurant prides itself on offering a variety of fresh and authentic sushi dishes, including standout items like monkfish liver and savory chirashi bowls. Customers rave about the attentive service and clean, inviting atmosphere, making it a hidden gem for sushi lovers seeking quality at affordable prices. Each dish is meticulously prepared, showcasing the chef’s skill and dedication to excellence. El Sushi isn’t just a meal; it’s an experience that leaves patrons eager for their next visit.
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356 S Western Ave #106, Los Angeles, CA 90020 Hotline: (213) 263-9052
Welcome to El Sushi, a charming fusion eatery nestled in the heart of Koreatown, Los Angeles. This delightful restaurant expertly marries the best of Italian and Japanese cuisines, offering patrons a unique gastronomic adventure. Located at 356 S Western Ave #106, El Sushi stands out as a hidden gem with an inviting atmosphere and a menu brimming with fresh and authentic dishes.
As you step inside, you are greeted with a warm ambiance that reflects the personal touch of its owners, who take pride in every aspect of their establishment. The attentive service has garnered rave reviews from customers like Alyssa S. and Christina C., who were quick to appreciate the hospitality that accompanies every meal.
El Sushi’s menu is a treasure trove of flavors. Start your culinary journey with their Seaweed Salad at $6.50, which showcases the freshness of seasoned seaweed, or dive into the Sashimi Salad for a delightful medley priced at $20.50 that perfectly marries marinated sashimi with a vibrant house salad. For those seeking something distinctive, the octopus carpaccio ($18.50) and the savory salmon skin salad ($10.95) are must-tries.
- Appetizers: The Crispy Tuna, featuring spicy tuna atop deep-fried sushi rice ($8.50), is a favorite among patrons. The Softshell Crab, a succulent offering at $19.95, is often highlighted as an exceptional choice.
- Sushi Rolls: The creative rolls and sushi combinations reflect the chef's artistic flair. The sushi combo meals are particularly popular, offering generous portions at reasonable prices, as noted by frequent guests.
- Bowls: Don't miss out on the Poke Bowl, a fresh selection served with steamed rice that has been well-received, especially during pop-up events where quality and service shine.
Many guests have also praised the overall value for the quality of food, epitomized by the Chirashi Bowl: a delectable mound of sushi rice topped with an assortment of fresh seafood like salmon, squid, and the ever-popular monkfish liver. At just $20 for lunch on weekdays, it's a steal for the bounty served.
Alongside their fantastic offerings, customers like Christine K. have noted how the ambiance remains serene and unassuming, while the health and cleanliness of the space is a testament to the owners' commitment to quality. For a casual meal, El Sushi delivers not only on flavor but on experience—a personal touch that feels rare and treasured in this bustling city.
Whether you are a sushi aficionado or a casual diner, El Sushi promises a meal that melds affordability with exquisite taste in a cozy setting. With its exceptional service, fresh ingredients, and varied menu options, your visit will likely leave you yearning for another experience in this charming eatery.
Call (213) 263-9052 for reservations or to inquire about their daily specials! Don’t miss out on this unique culinary destination that is sure to impress.
Had a great experience grabbing a late lunch/early dinner at this place. It seems to be a mom and Pop run sushi spot. I believe one of the owners greeted and served us. He was very kind, and prompt - very attentive to all of our needs. It was very quiet on the day that we went, we were the only table there, probably because of the time of day . I would definitely return when I'm in the area to grab some great sushi!
A really lowkey great place to grab sushi if you're in the mood for value. I went on a weekday evening with two others and there was only one other occupied table. Service was attentive, gracious, and prompt. The value here is really great for the quality you're getting. The medium size sashimi mix was a great sharing course for us, and I think they gave us a few extra slices. Would definitely order the softshell crab again. Their menu is pretty big, so I am looking forward to going back and trying new items and rolls, which are very reasonably priced. The baked green mussells were fun to try, but I probably won't order again; mostly because I love eating sushi more than baked shellfish.
so fresh and yummy! the sushi melts in your mouth, great service (not the fastest) but very worthwhile.
It's such an unassuming space but you can tell immediately that everything is sanitized regularly. The floors and tables were pristine and as soon as you enter, you're acknowledged. They have physical menus but their QR code menus are better because they have photos. The food was fantastic. I ordered the tonkatsu menu and was happy. The breading on the pork wasn't heavy and it was crispy. The meat wasn't dry or overcooked - it was perfectly done and juicy. And it wasn't greasy at all. It was DIVINE. My son had the rice-less sushi that was wrapped in cucumber. That was refreshing, light and just tasty. My husband had the ankimo/monkfish liver sushi. It was different from anything we've ever had but just so flavorful and memorable. We're sure to have that again. He also got the sushi combo 3 and was so full after. Our meal came with miso soups that were delicately flavored. The chef is so even-handed and skilled. A balanced miso soup is not easy to achieve! Even if K Town parking is just horrendous, we decided that this restaurant is worth driving over to. Any restaurant that provides top notch service and reasonably priced but exquisite-tasting food deserves multiple visits! So grateful we found a truly authentic sushi place in LA that doesn't charge an arm and a leg.
The sushi is absolutely fresh and delicious. The chef makes authentic pieces and the presentation is clean and beautiful. The only downside is the bathroom which isn't the best. But despite me being a sushi snob, I was impressed with the place. The monkfish liver is a must try!
This place is a hidden gem! The service is a bit slow because I think it's just a man and his wife that work there and they do everything. But we've been a few times now and everything we've had is delicious! The bento box to the eel roll, everything is fresh and tasty. Highly recommend the udon as well. They have parking for just a few dollars as well, which is pretty unheard of for koreatown!
I was lucky to attend a pop-up El Sushi did at my office building today! There were other restaurant pop-up options. El Sushi was by far the most popular! They offered a wide selection of bowls, made to order: Chicken Karage, Bulgogi Bento, Chicken Teriyaki, Tofu, or Poke! I had the Poke Bowl - several types of sashimi with steamed rice, seaweed, avocado, and a salad. Generous portions. Very fresh and tasty. Service was excellent. Despite being inundated with about 75 people in line as soon as they opened, the staff patiently greeted each customer warmly, made each order fresh and custom, while efficiently keeping the line moving. 100% would get again.
underrated sushi spot in ktown not your common all you can eat, omakase sushi spot. this small restaurant offers tasty fresh premium sushi, affordable prices, amazing service, and an overall comfortable atmosphere. I ordered the sushi combo 2 and it came with udon, katsu, premium 5 pc sushi, and a 1/2 roll food was amazing !
My go-to for affordable chirashi bowls in ktown! Don't expect omakase quality, but you definitely get the most bang for your buck here. Fish is always fresh, well-portioned, and I love the variety. The chirashi bowl, priced at $33 for dinner and $20 for lunch (M-F only), comes with sushi rice, seaweed salad, pickled cucumbers, pickled red ginger, unagi (dinner only), miso soup, and an assortment of fishes that may vary, but usually includes: - salmon - squid - octopus - monkfish liver!!! (my fave) - large scallops - spanish mackerel - tamago - shrimp - yellowtail - spicy tuna - ikura For the amount of food and quality of fish, it's a steal! Highly recommend the chirashi bowl. Another honorable mention is the crispy tuna (spicy tuna on crispy rice). It's the best I've ever had and massive for only $7.50. Also, the owner/chef is very sweet and makes me want to help support his business even more. But don't get me wrong, if he was an asshole, I'd still eat here.