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Sushi Ginza Onodera
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Sushi Ginza Onodera
9.2
This Michelin-starred Edomae sushi temple offers an intimate 16-seat omakase experience with fish flown daily from Tokyo's Tsukiji market. Chef Yohei Matsuki's precise knife work and premium ingredients create transcendent bites worth the $425 price tag.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hokkaido King Salmon, 5-Day Aged Tuna, Cherry Blossom Salmon Nigiri
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 9.3
Consistency: 9.4
Food Quality: 9.7
Atmosphere: 8.9
Cultural Relevance: 9.5
What makes it special: Five consecutive years of Michelin stars since 2020
Who should go: Serious sushi aficionados with deep pockets
When to visit: 8:30pm seating for quieter experience
What to order: Trust the chef's omakase selection entirely
Insider tip: Book exactly one month ahead when reservations open
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet $18 at adjacent lot, extremely limited street parking in West Hollywood
Dress code: Business casual minimum - collared shirts preferred, no shorts or sandals
Noise level: Hushed and intimate - perfect for quiet conversation
Weekend wait: Reservation-only, no walk-ins accepted
Weekday lunch: Not applicable - dinner service only
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: No - omakase is entirely seafood-focused
Vegan options: No - incompatible with traditional Edomae sushi format
Gluten-free options: Limited - can accommodate with advance notice but compromises experience
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you're both sushi connoisseurs - the $850+ price for two and intense focus on the food can be intimidating for casual dates
Can I get a table without a reservation? Absolutely not - 16 seats book solid one month in advance, no exceptions for walk-ins
Is it kid-friendly? Not recommended for children under 12 - the quiet atmosphere and adventurous menu aren't suitable for most kids
Best For
Better for: Purist Edomae technique and Tokyo-sourced fish quality that surpasses even other Michelin-starred LA sushi spots
Skip if: You prefer creative rolls, want à la carte ordering flexibility, or have a budget under $400 per person
Sushi Ginza Onodera
9.2
This Michelin two-starred temple to Edomae sushi presents an extraordinary omakase experience guided by Chef Yohei Matsuki. Fish is flown in directly from Tokyo's Toyosu Market, prepared with meticulous precision at a 16-seat hinoki cypress counter that's over 200 years old.
Must-Try Dishes:
Five-Day Aged Bluefin Tuna, Hokkaido Uni with Caviar, Cherry Blossom Salmon Nigiri
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 9.3
Consistency: 9.4
Food Quality: 9.6
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 9.5
What makes it special: LA's only two Michelin-starred sushi counter with fish from Tokyo daily
Who should go: Special occasion celebrants with deep pockets
When to visit: Book months ahead for weekend seatings
What to order: Trust the chef with seasonal omakase
Insider tip: iPad presentations of each fish add educational flair
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet parking $15, limited street parking on La Cienega after 6pm
Dress code: Business casual to formal - no shorts or athletic wear, many guests dress up
Noise level: Quiet and intimate - perfect for conversation at the counter
Weekend wait: Reservation required - book 2-3 months ahead
Weekday lunch: Reservation still needed - book 3-4 weeks ahead
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Extremely limited - omakase is fish-focused, advance notice required
Vegan options: Not accommodated - the experience centers on seafood
Gluten-free options: Can be modified with advance notice - bring your own soy sauce recommended
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you're both sushi enthusiasts - the $400+ per person price tag and 2-hour commitment at a counter makes it intense for getting to know someone
Can I get a table without a reservation? Nearly impossible - the 16 seats book months out. Try calling day-of for last-minute cancellations
Is it kid-friendly? Not recommended for children under 12 - the counter seating, lengthy service, and refined atmosphere aren't suited for young diners
Best For
Better for: Purist sushi experience with Tokyo-quality fish and traditional technique - surpasses other LA omakase spots in authenticity and Michelin recognition
Skip if: You want creative fusion rolls, prefer à la carte ordering, or need options under $200 per person - try Sugarfish or KazuNori instead