Best Sushi Rolls Restaurants in LA Arts District (90021)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
YESS Restaurant
Modern Japanese seafood and grill work rooted in SoCal seasonality.
Notable Picks
8.7
Chef Junya Yamasaki’s progressive Japanese cooking centers on pristine California seafood and vegetables kissed by binchotan and a wood-fired stove. The former bank setting and long cypress counter create a calm, almost ceremonial izakaya-meets-kaiseki energy that still feels approachable.
Must-Try Dishes:
Monk’s chirashi sushi, Daily sashimi selection, Whole lobster katsu burger
What makes it special: Modern Japanese seafood and grill work rooted in SoCal seasonality.
#2
kodo
8.2
Vibes:
Girls Night Out Approved
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Instagram Worthy Wonders
A Japanese-American izakaya in a converted firehouse, balancing sushi, robata, and binchotan mains with a serious cocktail program. The space is minimalist and design-forward, and the menu rewards groups who want to share across hot and cold sections.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wagyu katsu with onion ponzu, Uni pasta with shiso and nori, Spicy tuna crispy rice
What makes it special: Design-centric izakaya with live-fire cooking and sushi under one roof.
#3
Kombu Sushi
8.1
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
A reliable neighborhood sushi bar with a broad roll lineup—from clean classics to bigger, baked specialty rolls. The fish is consistently fresh for the tier, and portions are generous without feeling sloppy. It’s an easy weeknight go-to for groups who want variety and a comfortable, low-pressure room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Citron Roll, Blue Dynamite Roll, Rainbow Roll
What makes it special: Big, crowd-pleasing rolls and a strong sake-friendly menu in the Arts District.