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Niko Niko Sushi
Master Critic Review
Niko Niko Sushi
7.6
Under new management since 2013, this unpretentious sushi bar focuses on fresh ingredients and generous happy hour specials. The Hungry Roll stands out among creative options while traditional nigiri and sashimi maintain solid quality at approachable prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Hungry Roll, Happy Hour Specials, Salmon Sashimi
Scores:
Value: 9
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 7.5
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 6.9
What makes it special: Exceptional happy hour deals with $9.95 special rolls
Who should go: Budget diners and happy hour enthusiasts
When to visit: Daily happy hour 4-9pm for best deals
What to order: Happy hour rolls, Hungry Roll, hot sake
Insider tip: New happy hour features $1.95 hot sake daily 4-9pm
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only, challenging after 6pm - budget 10-15 min to find a spot
Dress code: Very casual - come as you are, shorts and flip-flops totally fine
Noise level: Lively during happy hour - expect bar atmosphere, quieter after 9pm
Weekend wait: 20-30 min during happy hour peak (5-7pm), walk-in friendly after
Weekday lunch: No wait - immediate seating usually available
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - vegetable rolls, inari, cucumber/avocado options
Vegan options: Very limited - cucumber/avocado rolls, edamame, seaweed salad
Gluten-free options: Yes - sashimi, nigiri without soy sauce, specify no tempura
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Perfect for casual first dates - affordable, not too formal, and happy hour sake helps conversation flow. Just avoid peak happy hour if you want to hear each other.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes - they don't take reservations. Show up early for happy hour (before 5:30pm) or after 8pm to avoid crowds.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for early dinners - casual atmosphere welcomes families, though it gets more bar-like during late happy hour. Kids love the California rolls.
Best For
Better for: Unbeatable happy hour value compared to pricier WeHo sushi spots - same quality fish at half the price during 4-9pm
Skip if: You want an upscale sushi experience or omakase - head to Sushi Park or Matsuhisa instead