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Tsukiyo Sushi
Master Critic Review
Tsukiyo Sushi
8.6
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Birthday & Celebration Central
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Opened in January 2025, this modern Japanese restaurant brings premium sushi craftsmanship with artistic presentation to Koreatown's Wilshire corridor. The menu balances traditional nigiri and creative specialty rolls with unique offerings like uni cream pasta and seasonal sake selections, drawing enthusiastic crowds to its warm, contemporary space with traditional tatami seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Volcano Roll, Uni Cream Pasta, Aburi Salmon Roll
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.5
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Brand new modern sushi spot with premium fish and stunning traditional tatami rooms
Who should go: Date night seekers and Instagram foodies wanting fresh sushi
When to visit: Weekday lunch for $29.99 sushi sets, avoid weekend rush
What to order: Sushi dinner set, uni pasta, specialty rolls with creative toppings
Insider tip: Request tatami room seating for an authentic Japanese experience
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only - metered spots on Wilshire and side streets, easier before 6pm. Consider rideshare for weekend dinners.
Dress code: Smart casual works perfectly - nice jeans with a blouse/button-down fits the modern vibe, but some guests dress up for date nights
Noise level: Intimate and conversation-friendly - soft background music, especially quiet in tatami rooms
Weekend wait: 45-90 min without reservation Friday-Saturday after 7pm, reservations strongly recommended
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait, usually seated within 10 minutes
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - vegetable tempura, avocado rolls, inari sushi, and seasonal veggie nigiri options available
Vegan options: Limited - can accommodate with cucumber rolls, vegetable tempura (ask about tempura batter), and custom vegetable nigiri
Gluten-free options: Partial - fresh sashimi and nigiri work, but cross-contamination risk with soy sauce (bring tamari or request). Most rolls contain soy sauce.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Perfect for first dates - intimate tatami rooms create natural conversation, upscale-but-not-stuffy vibe shows effort without intimidation, and shareable rolls give you something to bond over. Book the tatami room and you'll look like a pro.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Weekday lunch and early weeknight dinners (before 6:30pm) usually work without reservations. Weekend dinners are packed - make a reservation or expect 45+ minute waits. Bar seating is first-come, first-served and your best walk-in bet.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids (10+) who appreciate sushi and can handle chopsticks - they have California rolls and teriyaki. Not ideal for toddlers - no high chairs, intimate atmosphere, and tatami seating requires sitting on the floor. Better as a special occasion with well-behaved tweens/teens.
How does the lunch special compare to dinner? The $29.99 weekday lunch sushi set is exceptional value - you get premium fish quality at nearly half the dinner price. Portions are smaller but perfect for lunch, and you're experiencing the same chef's technique. Dinner adds more elaborate specialty rolls and sake pairings.
Is the tatami room worth requesting? Absolutely - it transforms the experience into something special and Instagram-worthy. You remove shoes, sit on cushions, and get privacy for your group. Request when booking (they fill up fast). Note: not ideal if you have knee/mobility issues.
Best For
Better for: Fresh, artful sushi in an authentic Japanese setting with premium fish quality and reasonable prices. Best for dates, special occasions, or when you want traditional tatami experience without flying to Tokyo. The lunch deal crushes competitors on value.
Skip if: You want casual grab-and-go sushi, need lots of cooked options beyond sushi, or have a large group on short notice (limited seating). Also skip if you prefer loud, energetic scenes - this leans intimate and refined.