Skip to main content
30 Photos

KazuNori | Studio City
$$ · Japanese, Sushi

11288 Ventura Blvd Ste C, Studio City, CA 91604 (747) 212-2600
Open Now
Menu Website
Are you the owner? Claim this business

ZipPicks Awards

Best Sushi Rolls in Studio City Best Japanese in Studio City Best Sushi in Studio City

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

0 / 5 selected

Master Critic Review

KazuNori | Studio City 7.9
Studio City
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Solo Dining Sanctuaries Late Night Legends Trendy Table Hotspots
A focused hand roll bar from the Nozawa group that builds each piece around warm rice and premium nori, keeping the menu tight and the execution precise. The counter format rewards solo diners and quick visits, though per-roll pricing adds up fast if you're eating to full—expect $35-50 a head for a satisfying session. Part of the lineage that reshaped how LA thinks about casual sushi, and the Studio City outpost holds the standard.
Must-Try Dishes: Yellowtail Hand Roll, Scallop Hand Roll, Lobster Hand Roll
Scores:
Value: 7 Service: 7.5 Consistency: 8 Food Quality: 8.5 Atmosphere: 7.8 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: First hand roll-only bar with immediate counter service and pristine Nozawa-style fish
Who should go: Hand roll purists and quick quality-sushi seekers
When to visit: Early arrival best; counter seating opens randomly
What to order: 6-roll set menu, yellowtail, substitute any roll
Insider tip: Small hand rolls mean order more than expected; excellent crispy nori
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Tiny on-site lot fills fast; metered street parking and a secondary lot across the street are the backups—plan for a short walk
Weekend wait: No reservations, first-come-first-served only; line moves fast since hand rolls are eat-immediately format—typically under 15 min but arrive early on weekends
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Cucumber and yamaimo (Japanese yam) hand rolls are the only non-seafood options on a seafood-focused menu
Vegan options: Cucumber hand roll is the only fully plant-based option
Best For
Better for: Quick solo meals at the 24-seat bar—watch chefs roll your order and eat within 30 minutes, no fuss
Consider Alternatives If: You want a leisurely sit-down dinner, need a large-group table, or want menu variety beyond hand rolls

Hours

Monday11:30am - 11pm
Tuesday11:30am - 11pm
Wednesday11:30am - 11pm
Thursday11:30am - 11pm
Friday11:30am - 11:30pm
Saturday11:30am - 11:30pm
Sunday11:30am - 11pm