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Sushi Hana
Master Critic Review
Sushi Hana
8.2
Opened in 2025 inside the Aroma Building, this elevated Japanese restaurant offers omakase-style dining at night with an à la carte menu during lunch service. Fresh fish from Japan arrives daily, and the space features both an open dining area and intimate private rooms for special occasions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omakase Selection, Premium Sashimi Platter, Seasonal Nigiri
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 8
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Daily fish imports from Japan with omakase dinner service and private rooms
Who should go: Business dinners and special occasions requiring refined atmosphere
When to visit: Lunch for à la carte value, dinner for omakase experience
What to order: Evening omakase showcases chef's skills with seasonal selections
Insider tip: Book private rooms in advance for celebrations or business meetings
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Building garage $8 flat rate, valet available dinner service $15. Street parking challenging in Wilshire Center - arrive 10 min early
Dress code: Business casual minimum - collared shirts recommended, no athletic wear. Dinner crowd skews dressier than lunch
Noise level: Quiet to moderate - ideal for conversation. Private rooms virtually soundproof for business discussions
Weekend wait: 60-90 min without reservation Friday/Saturday. Omakase books 2-3 weeks out
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait - usually seated within 10 minutes, busiest 12-1pm
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - vegetable rolls, tofu dishes, and vegetarian omakase option with 48hr notice
Vegan options: Limited - 3-4 rolls without fish/dairy. Chef can modify lunch items, dinner omakase not available
Gluten-free options: Yes - tamari available, most fish preparations work. Notify server for cross-contamination awareness
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Excellent for 2nd-3rd dates where you want to impress - the $$$ price and refined atmosphere signal serious intent. Too formal for casual first meetings. Omakase builds conversation naturally as courses arrive
Can I get a table without a reservation? Lunch: yes, usually available. Dinner: possible at bar seating only, but omakase requires advance booking. Walk-ins Friday/Saturday dinner nearly impossible
Is it kid-friendly? Better for teens 14+ who appreciate fine dining. No kids menu, refined atmosphere not ideal for young children. Private rooms offer more flexibility for family celebrations
Best For
Better for: Private rooms make this the best Wilshire Center option for business dinners or celebrations requiring discretion. Daily Japan imports justify the price over competitors using domestic fish. Omakase quality rivals Little Tokyo at similar price point
Skip if: You want casual sushi without dress code pressure, need budget-friendly options under $40/person, or prefer lively energetic atmosphere over refined quietness. For pure omakase experience, Downtown options offer more adventurous progression