Best Quick Bites Sushi Restaurants in Sherman Oaks
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Little Izakaya by Katsu-ya
Master sushi chef pedigree at neighborhood prices with signature crispy rice invention
Notable Picks
8.1
Master sushi chef Katsuya Uechi's casual spinoff delivers his signature crispy rice with spicy tuna and inventive rolls at surprisingly accessible prices. The compact izakaya contrasts sharply with his upscale Katsuya locations, drawing date-night couples and sushi purists who appreciate quality fish preparation without the nightclub atmosphere or inflated prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Baked Crab Roll, Little Izaka-ya Plate
What Makes it Special: Master sushi chef pedigree at neighborhood prices with signature crispy rice invention
Worthy Picks
#2
Sushi Mac
7.9
Touch-screen conveyor belt sushi built around a $3-per-plate model that delivers surprisingly fresh fish at strip-mall speed. The format rewards quick, high-volume grazing — grab plates as they pass, stack them up, and walk out having spent less than a single entrée elsewhere. It works best when you lean into the value play and treat it as a casual refueling stop rather than a sit-down sushi experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Tuna Roll, Dynamite Mac Roll, Love Roll
What Makes it Special: Touch-screen conveyor belt sushi at $3 per plate — fast, cheap, and surprisingly fresh for the price point.
#3
Hana Grill
7.8
A family-owned Japanese grill tucked inside the Sherman Oaks Galleria that runs on generous portions and a complimentary condiment bar featuring housemade Asian coleslaw and ginger ranch—touches you wouldn't expect from a mall counter spot. The teriyaki bowls and bento boxes land under $17, making it a reliable lunch-break rotation for the Ventura Blvd office crowd who want filling, well-seasoned plates without the wait or the bill.
Must-Try Dishes:
Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, Bento Box, Shrimp Tempura Roll
What Makes it Special: Family-owned Japanese grill inside the Sherman Oaks Galleria with a complimentary side item bar featuring housemade condiments like Asian coleslaw and ginger ranch.