Best Healthy Seafood Restaurants in Los Angeles
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Kinari Aburi Sushi & Noodle
Aburi-style sushi and ramen with real attention to gluten-free diners.
Notable Picks
Kinari Aburi Sushi & Noodle focuses on flame-seared aburi sushi and thoughtful ramen, including notable gluten-free and plant-based options. The small Fairfax dining room reads as a calm, chef-driven hideaway where torched nigiri and composed bowls feel more deliberate than flashy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Aburi Salmon Nigiri, House Gluten-Free Ramen, Soft Shell Crab Roll
What Makes it Special: Aburi-style sushi and ramen with real attention to gluten-free diners.
Worthy Picks
7.8
A counter-service seafood window where every protein—salmon, mahi, ahi, white fish—comes grilled or fried to your call, paired with sides that split between health-forward (asparagus, rice) and traditional (chips, slaw). It fills a specific lane for Northridge families and lunch crowds who want real-piece fish without a sit-down timeline or sit-down prices. The format is strip-mall simple, but the made-to-order flexibility and low price point keep regulars cycling back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Original Crispy Fish Taco, 3-Pcs Fish & Chips, Grilled Salmon
What Makes it Special: Counter-service seafood spot where every fish is available grilled or fried to order, with health-conscious sides like asparagus and rice alongside classic chips and coleslaw.
7.7
A high-volume sushi operation on San Vicente that draws a loyal Brentwood lunch crowd and a steady stream of delivery orders. The fish work lands cleanly enough to hold a 4.6 with nearly 80% five-star reviews, but the room runs loud with techno over the speakers and constant courier traffic, so plan on takeout or a quick in-and-out rather than a seated meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Blue Box sushi set, Salmon avocado hand roll, Spicy scallop roll
What Makes it Special: High-quality sushi boxes built for takeout precision.
SanSai’s Westwood location is a fast-casual Japanese grill where made-to-order rolls sit alongside teriyaki bowls, salads, and combo plates. It’s a reliable option for students and office workers who want customizable plates with a couple of sushi rolls on the side rather than a full sushi bar experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken and sushi plate, Baked salmon nigiri, Sushi burrito
What Makes it Special: A budget-friendly Japanese grill where you can tack on simple rolls to hearty combo plates.
#5
Sweetfin
7.6
California-inspired poke concept at Ivy Station featuring sustainable fish in customizable bowls with creative sauces like yuzu kosho and black garlic gochujang. The entirely gluten-free menu includes plant-based options, making it accessible for various dietary needs.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Ahi Poke Bowl, Spicy Tuna Bowl, Salmon Poke Burrito
What Makes it Special: 100% gluten-free menu with premium-grade sustainable seafood daily