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Maru Sushi and Ramen
$$ · Japanese, Sushi

331 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (310) 310-8914
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Vibe Check this spot

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

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Master Critic Review

Maru Sushi and Ramen 7.6
Santa Monica
Vibes: Late Night Legends Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions
Late-night friendly spot combining fresh sushi rolls with steaming bowls of ramen in a casual setting. Open until midnight daily, it's become the go-to for satisfying both sushi and noodle cravings without breaking the bank.
Must-Try Dishes: Volcano Roll, Salmon Lover's Roll, Spicy Tuna Tempura Roll
Scores:
Value: 8.6 Service: 7.3 Consistency: 7.4 Food Quality: 7.8 Atmosphere: 6.5 Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: One of few spots serving sushi past 11pm daily
Who should go: Night owls and budget-conscious diners
When to visit: Late night when other spots close
What to order: Roll combos, ramen and roll special, karaage
Insider tip: Best value is the dinner combo with miso soup included
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking after 6pm ($2/hr until 10pm), small lot behind restaurant fills quickly
Dress code: Come as you are - anything from gym clothes to casual Friday
Noise level: Lively buzz - fine for conversation but gets louder after 10pm
Weekend wait: 15-25 min typical, rarely over 30 min
Weekday lunch: Usually immediate seating
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - veggie rolls, inari, edamame, veggie ramen available
Vegan options: Limited - cucumber/avocado rolls, request no mayo
Gluten-free options: Challenging - tamari available but cross-contamination likely
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Perfect for casual first dates - low pressure, affordable, and you'll know by midnight if there's a second date
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, they don't take reservations - just walk in, rarely more than 20-min wait even on weekends
Is it kid-friendly? Yes until 9pm - high chairs available, kids love the ramen, gets more adult crowd after 10pm
Best For
Better for: Late-night sushi cravings, quick affordable meals, when everywhere else is closed
Consider Alternatives If: You want omakase experience, celebrating special occasions, or need pristine sushi quality

Hours

Monday11:30am - 12am
Tuesday11:30am - 12am
Wednesday11:30am - 12am
Thursday11:30am - 12am
Friday11:30am - 12am
Saturday11:30am - 12am
Sunday11:30am - 12am