Shinkai Sushi Japanese Fusion

I’ve been to Shinkai many times for lunch and dinner and they have never disappointed. Their food quality and service especially from Joe, continues to be wonderful.
They seriously have one of the best lunch deals around and it’s offered on weekdays & weekends. This time around we ordered the Deluxe Sashimi Lunch and the Combo with a Toro don(very rare to find especially at such a reasonable price!) & grilled Miso Black Cod. I shared these items with my aunt and we were both able enjoy all the delicious food. Excellent food and very fresh, quality sashimi. Toro hands down… if you know, you know!

Published 3 months ago

I came here to celebrate with some friends over an omakase lunch. We opted for the $125 tasting omakase, which came with about 15 courses. We were served a pretty large variety of fish courses for this price. I was impressed that they served oysters, uni, and scallop for this price point. Our favorite courses included a seared salmon/scallop sushi, tuna tartare, monkfish liver, and hamachi (yellowtail) sashimi.

Overall, this is one of the better omakase experiences I’ve had in the LA area. There was a large variety and good quality ingredients prepared in a creative way. I would highly recommend coming for a special occasion! I will definitely be back!

Published 5 months ago

Came here to celebrate a new job and we were not disappointed. Both of us ordered the premium chirashi bowl. The uni was fresh and sweet. The sweet shrimp was excellent and our server gave us the option to fry the head or have it be used in a miso soup. Both were delicious options. The rest of the fish was fresh and flavorful.

Overall, the quality of the fish was well worth the price. Our servers were attentive and we had a wonderful time. 10/10, would return again.

Published 6 months ago

Food is always fresh and great here! They have friendly and attentive staff!

Published a month ago

Finally a great tasting Japanese restaurant with amazingly fresh ingredients and doesn't skimp out on the thickness of each cut, 美味しい! Just a quick tip before reviewing, if you like Salmon Collar (Kama), make sure to get here by opening time and order it right when you sit down. Any minute later, they can either run out because other guests already ordered it or simply because they didn't get any shipments in that morning.

Now let's get to the good stuff. Shinkai is located in the same plaza as Lunasia so if you drive by a plaza on Main St with tons of people waiting to eat dim sum, that's where Shinkai is located. When you enter the restaurant, it's dimly lit and it's not as big as you'd imagine. I've frequented this restaurant twice already and I'm a huge fan of their food. Just a warning though, your food may come out slow at times but try not to take it out on the workers since I'm certain their kitchen may be understaffed. Your miso soup will be the fastest though, and so will the tea/water =)

I visited yesterday with my dad and we're both big fans of their Salmon Skin Salad. The portion is big enough that you'll feel full at the end of it. They don't skip on the avocado either so it's worth it your buck. With his salad, he wanted the udon but by the time we finished almost our entire meal, they informed us they "ran out" of udon. Not sure why they wouldn't have just told us before we ordered or during the middle of our meal. That was the only thing that I was irked about because they should've told us earlier and not towards the end, like 30-40 minutes after we ordered. This goes back to the slow service I mentioned before but I didn't want to make a stink out of it.

For my combo, I ordered their Sashimi Combo with my salad. The chefs cut a generous amount for each slice of fish and they all tasted amazing. I wanted to order more but we had Kama on the way so I'll save more sashimi for next time.

If it is your first time visiting the restaurant, you'll notice that the prices are on the higher end but I do believe that the price you're paying is for the quality you're getting. The cheaper Japanese restaurants you may be used to paying probably cannot compare in terms of quality and taste; you'll have to weigh your pros and cons. Overall, I highly recommend trying this place if you haven't already because you won't regret it and you'll want to come back for more.

Published 3 years ago

They have the freshest sweet shrimp in town, crunchy and full of freshness, never slimy. Chef Alan and his staff are super professional, friendly welcoming. If you are ready to pour, they are ready to toast. 😄 It's always a great time when you visit Shinkai. Our host Joe is the nicest guy and full of hospitality.

Published 3 years ago

Honestly don’t have any idea why they have such high reviews. Before ordering, realized these dishes are expensive. Finished ordering. Expecting high quality and delicious dishes. But wow. We ordered Uni Pasta with truffle and the workers told me that they are way too small for table of five to share. Recommended us to order Uni King Crab Pasta which was $13 more expensive than the one we tried to order. Later came out with the size of my hand, very small portion, worse than any other pasta house. Sushi was pretty good quality but definitely not worth the price. They could definitely serve better than that. Ordered Udon, where it was miso soup, with Japanese ramen toppings, and udon noodle. Rolls are just decent. Had a terrible experience with the total price over $259 excluding tips. I would’ve recommend.

Published 3 years ago

This place is a short walk from Atherton Baptist Homes where my parents live. Their favorite Japanese restaurant changed owners and is not the same anymore. So I thought we could try Shinkai since it is so close.
Sushi/sashimi orders came out super fast with 4 sushi chefs at the counter. The hot foods came out much later but all food is delicious. Service is attentive and responsive. Place is smallish but you can quickly dine and dash.

Published a year ago

Published a month ago

Published a month ago

Food is always fresh and great here! They have friendly and attentive staff!

Published a month ago

I’ve been to Shinkai many times for lunch and dinner and they have never disappointed. Their food quality and service especially from Joe, continues to be wonderful.
They seriously have one of the best lunch deals around and it’s offered on weekdays & weekends. This time around we ordered the Deluxe Sashimi Lunch and the Combo with a Toro don(very rare to find especially at such a reasonable price!) & grilled Miso Black Cod. I shared these items with my aunt and we were both able enjoy all the delicious food. Excellent food and very fresh, quality sashimi. Toro hands down… if you know, you know!

Published 3 months ago

Published 4 months ago

許久未去，品質仍保持很好。

Published 3 years ago

Published 4 months ago

Ordered the bento with fried chicken and crunchy roll. Table mates had california rolls and Tempura. Food was of above average quality and came out quickly. But nothing more. Service was attentive and responsive.

Published 4 months ago

2 percent better (maybe) for twice the price. Food was a bit above average but definitely not worth the price to me. There's only so much pleasure I can get from a piece of sashimi. For the price I would expect a new experience, something unique.

Published 5 months ago

I came here to celebrate with some friends over an omakase lunch. We opted for the $125 tasting omakase, which came with about 15 courses. We were served a pretty large variety of fish courses for this price. I was impressed that they served oysters, uni, and scallop for this price point. Our favorite courses included a seared salmon/scallop sushi, tuna tartare, monkfish liver, and hamachi (yellowtail) sashimi.

Overall, this is one of the better omakase experiences I’ve had in the LA area. There was a large variety and good quality ingredients prepared in a creative way. I would highly recommend coming for a special occasion! I will definitely be back!

Published 5 months ago

Came here to celebrate a new job and we were not disappointed. Both of us ordered the premium chirashi bowl. The uni was fresh and sweet. The sweet shrimp was excellent and our server gave us the option to fry the head or have it be used in a miso soup. Both were delicious options. The rest of the fish was fresh and flavorful.

Overall, the quality of the fish was well worth the price. Our servers were attentive and we had a wonderful time. 10/10, would return again.

Published 6 months ago

Great chirashi bowl with super fresh ingredients. Really friendly team as well.

Published 6 months ago

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Published 7 months ago

Great quality food with good value.

Published 8 months ago

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Published 9 months ago

Look for Linda or ko Achin or Neil or Alex for superb service.

Published 9 months ago

The Best Sushi in LA

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Published a year ago

My favorite sushi place. The quality of their fish is great. The chirashi bowls are very generous and have a lot of flavor. The service is always very attentive and polite.

Published a year ago

Okay sushi 🍣

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

This place is a short walk from Atherton Baptist Homes where my parents live. Their favorite Japanese restaurant changed owners and is not the same anymore. So I thought we could try Shinkai since it is so close.
Sushi/sashimi orders came out super fast with 4 sushi chefs at the counter. The hot foods came out much later but all food is delicious. Service is attentive and responsive. Place is smallish but you can quickly dine and dash.

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

Nice neighborhood sushi joint. Great service, great food. Sashimi deluxe is a LOT of food for one person!

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

We always get the premium chirashi bowl here. Fish is fresh and delicious, and a generous portion! Outstanding service and food.

Published a year ago

This is by far the best sushi 🍣 😋 😍.
Highly recommend

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

I really enjoyed my time here. It is a premium sushi spot not only with the prices but with the quality from the food. I can assure anyone that comes here that they will receive their food in a timely manner, as well as dishes taken away promptly. The salads are more than enough for one, and the rolls are rich in complex flavors. The atmosphere is perfect for first dates, small intimimate celebrations. Everything was delicious and amazing. Thank you!

Published a year ago

Possibly the best sushi I’ve ever had, we will definitely be back very soon!

Published a year ago

Their sashimi, chirashi lunch special is the best deal at under $21 and it's already available on the weekends. Staff always greet you and is always attentive to make sure you drinks are topped off.

Published a year ago

The fish is SO FRESH! Everything is amazing, and the waitress was very attentive! I would definitely go back!

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

Like their sashimi

Published a year ago

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Published a year ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Shinkai Sushi, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by the friendly and attentive server, Alex, who truly went above and beyond to make my dining experience outstanding.

Alex was not only knowledgeable about the menu but also took the time to understand my preferences and make recommendations tailored to my taste. They were patient with my questions and provided excellent suggestions for sushi rolls and sashimi options, ensuring that I had a delightful culinary adventure.

The quality of the sushi at Shinkai Sushi was top-notch. The fish was fresh, and the rice was perfectly seasoned. Each bite was a harmonious balance of flavors, showcasing the skill and expertise of the sushi chef. I particularly enjoyed their specialty rolls, which were beautifully presented and bursting with unique combinations of ingredients.

The ambiance of the restaurant was inviting and cozy, creating a comfortable dining experience. The decor was tastefully done, providing a relaxed and intimate setting to enjoy a meal.

Overall, I cannot recommend Shinkai Sushi enough, and the outstanding service provided by Alex made the experience all the more memorable. The delectable sushi, friendly atmosphere, and exceptional service combine to make Shinkai Sushi a must-visit sushi place. Whether you're a sushi aficionado or new to Japanese cuisine, you're guaranteed to leave with a satisfied palate and a desire to return.

Published 2 years ago

All around the best sushi 🍣 😋 Sashimi

Published 2 years ago

At first I wasn't sure what to expect, but once we arrived. We were greeted by friendly staff and fresh fish this place is a hidden gym a must We had shishimmy and we had spicy tuna hand rolls Delicious😋

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

My favorite sushi place in Alhambra. It used to be called Toro Sushi until the new owner took over. I believe the wait staff, servers and sushi chefs are the same.

Pictured is the omakase lunch plate. It's a perfect business lunch. Not overpriced. Good quality.

Published 2 years ago

We get take out here a few times a month and its always great. Fish is very fresh and big portions for take out.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

The sushi was delicious. I had the rainbow roll and spicy salmon, those I was with enjoyed the large bowl of ramen and fried chicken. There are a few items in the menu for non sushi eaters. Would have the sushi again.

Published 2 years ago

Friendly and good service. The chefs skill are awesome. We love all the foods were serve to us. Especially for the Sashimi deluxe super delicious, thick and fresh. Highly recommend it.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

偽日本菜，適合的唔係好食刺身嘅人幫趁。

Published 2 years ago

This place blows other sushi places out the water. The food was so fresh and delicious. The aroma of each bite is amazing. If you're the type to drench your sushi in soy sauce, Don't. You'll be missing out on all the flavors. I definitely recommend this place. On top of that, the service was amazing. They made sure your table was clear and your tea was filled. 10/10

Published 2 years ago

Staffs are nice and sushi was very good! One of the best in san gabriel valley👍

Published 2 years ago

Needing something tasty. The sashimi deluxe was very good. The service was on point. Our server Michelle took the the time to explain the different types of fish and listen to the things that we like to eat. And made great suggestions .
Take the time and go check it out.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Delicious, i only tried rainbow roll, but its easy to tell right away, its worth the cost. Yummy lunch break

Published 2 years ago

Very nice sushi restaurant. Broad menu. Beautiful ambiance. Friendly, attentive staff. Delicious food. Plenty of parking. Probably one of the best sushi places I've ever been to. I look forward to coming back soon. Reservations are almost required - this place is very busy and without a reservation you may have to wait for table outside. But the wait is worth it.
Highly recommended!

Published 2 years ago

Wow! I've been to a lot of sushi places and this one either really knows how to handle their fish! Or, they're selling me jello and made me believe I didn't need fish anymore.

Our waiter was very courteous and patient with us, even through dad jokes. The cooked food (uni pasta) was plate licking good. My only complaint was the crab was tough and overcooked in that dish. My chirashi was so delightfully fresh tasting, it made live fish feel like it was old. Hirame uni was second to none.

Definitely have to go back to this place and try their omakase. They don't have rolls (maki sushi) on the menu, but you could arm twist a chef or two into making a very special one for you. ;-) The prices are higher here but they make up for it in quality and flavor.

Published 2 years ago

In my top three best sushi spots without a doubt. Amazing sushi and oysters that beautifully prepared with delicious flavors.

Published 2 years ago

I came here on a whim and it didnt disappoint. I'm in love with this place, the sushi was so delicious! A little pricey but worth it for the most part. I'll definitely be returning in the future.

Published 2 years ago

Awesome experience! The food is really gourmet and looking good! Recommend to buy all you can eat, or itwill be expensive.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Coming from Singapore and traveling frequently Japan and Hong Kong, I must say this is one of the top 5 Japanese restaurant. Very nice sushi, presentable and right amount of rice and wasabi. Sashimi is really really good. Had a grilled ika, claim soup. Sashimi don was big. Very happy family dinner on sat 🎉🥂 definitely a must visit every time we are back LA

Published 2 years ago

They have the freshest sweet shrimp in town, crunchy and full of freshness, never slimy. Chef Alan and his staff are super professional, friendly welcoming. If you are ready to pour, they are ready to toast. 😄 It's always a great time when you visit Shinkai. Our host Joe is the nicest guy and full of hospitality.

Published 3 years ago

Sushi was delicious, but kind of expensive. Calamari was tough to chew. Don't get hand-roll because it wasn't that good. Seaweed that made handroll was kind of stale & not crisp.

Published 2 years ago

Good quality of fish. Considering the inflation hovering over the US, a $18 chirashi lunch is considered reasonable. Pretty good portion as well. Will return.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Great sushi in SG valley. Fresh fish and attentive servers. Great atmosphere and delicious food. I don't know what more could you ask for. I can't wait to go back to try omakase.

Published 3 years ago

Finally a great tasting Japanese restaurant with amazingly fresh ingredients and doesn't skimp out on the thickness of each cut, 美味しい! Just a quick tip before reviewing, if you like Salmon Collar (Kama), make sure to get here by opening time and order it right when you sit down. Any minute later, they can either run out because other guests already ordered it or simply because they didn't get any shipments in that morning.

Now let's get to the good stuff. Shinkai is located in the same plaza as Lunasia so if you drive by a plaza on Main St with tons of people waiting to eat dim sum, that's where Shinkai is located. When you enter the restaurant, it's dimly lit and it's not as big as you'd imagine. I've frequented this restaurant twice already and I'm a huge fan of their food. Just a warning though, your food may come out slow at times but try not to take it out on the workers since I'm certain their kitchen may be understaffed. Your miso soup will be the fastest though, and so will the tea/water =)

I visited yesterday with my dad and we're both big fans of their Salmon Skin Salad. The portion is big enough that you'll feel full at the end of it. They don't skip on the avocado either so it's worth it your buck. With his salad, he wanted the udon but by the time we finished almost our entire meal, they informed us they "ran out" of udon. Not sure why they wouldn't have just told us before we ordered or during the middle of our meal. That was the only thing that I was irked about because they should've told us earlier and not towards the end, like 30-40 minutes after we ordered. This goes back to the slow service I mentioned before but I didn't want to make a stink out of it.

For my combo, I ordered their Sashimi Combo with my salad. The chefs cut a generous amount for each slice of fish and they all tasted amazing. I wanted to order more but we had Kama on the way so I'll save more sashimi for next time.

If it is your first time visiting the restaurant, you'll notice that the prices are on the higher end but I do believe that the price you're paying is for the quality you're getting. The cheaper Japanese restaurants you may be used to paying probably cannot compare in terms of quality and taste; you'll have to weigh your pros and cons. Overall, I highly recommend trying this place if you haven't already because you won't regret it and you'll want to come back for more.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Luncheon snapshots @ Shinkai Sushi

Published 3 years ago

Honestly don’t have any idea why they have such high reviews. Before ordering, realized these dishes are expensive. Finished ordering. Expecting high quality and delicious dishes. But wow. We ordered Uni Pasta with truffle and the workers told me that they are way too small for table of five to share. Recommended us to order Uni King Crab Pasta which was $13 more expensive than the one we tried to order. Later came out with the size of my hand, very small portion, worse than any other pasta house. Sushi was pretty good quality but definitely not worth the price. They could definitely serve better than that. Ordered Udon, where it was miso soup, with Japanese ramen toppings, and udon noodle. Rolls are just decent. Had a terrible experience with the total price over $259 excluding tips. I would’ve recommend.

Published 3 years ago

Super good chirashi bowls here! They always give fresh and giant cuts of fish. Definitely try to come during lunch if you can because it’s a couple dollars cheaper.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

One of the best, authentic sushi i have had! Great customer service!

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Sushi is so fresh! There are seasonal specials. I had kanpachi and Toro with a beer and it was perfect.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Ordered food here last Saturday, well packaged with high quality food, tastes very good, highly recommended!!!

Published 3 years ago

We were here for the kegani. Fresh from Hokkaido steam cook to perfection, then chilled until ready to serve. All the sweetness got locked into the crabmeat. 100% satisfaction.

Published 3 years ago

Their lunch specials are such a good deal for the amount of sushi you get! I used to frequent this place back when it was named Toro, and it looks like the menu now is quite similar to its predecessor.

I ordered the sushi moriawase, which came with miso soup and a shrimp head that they ask if you want fried or turned into soup. The fish tasted very fresh and the spicy tuna rolls were great. Also recommend the chirashi or premium chirashi bowls, which come with a huge amount of sashimi.

Published 3 years ago

Best japanese food in San Gabriel Valley.

Published 3 years ago

The sushi is the BEST! Great lunch special also. The sushi chefs are the sweetest. All the staff here have become dear to my heart. Best sushi I've had in years. Thank you

Published 3 years ago

Many friends said it's really good so here I am! It seems that there are not many people on weekdays. There are quite a lot of seats in the Sushi Bar or the regular table. I ordered the House Hot Sake and also the Omakase set! It's very delicious. I'm really full after eating the whole set! The freshness of the fish was great and also the overall seasoning!

一直聽到身邊朋友的好評，終於有機會來嘗鮮了！目前看起來平日晚上人不多，Sushi Bar 或是一般桌子都有頗多空位的，點了House Hot Sake 然後點了 Omakase 套餐！非常好吃，吃完一整個套餐真的很飽！魚的鮮度很棒，整體調味也很合我的口味！

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Very good quality and fresh seafood. Must come if you like Japanese food.

Published 3 years ago

Best sashimi in southern cal order fish daily fr Japan highly recommend.

Published 3 years ago

重新出發

菜單在此 自己掃

Published 3 years ago

Service is good, food is fresh and delicious

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Really tasty with great portions for the Chirashi bowl and the Bluefin Tuna Bowl. Definitely recommend for a quality meal. Not a budget restaurant however. You won't find meals for 10 dollars or less here.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

The sashimi was good quality, but don't order the spicy tuna.

Published 3 years ago

This is my favorite new sushi place. The quality is worth the price you’re paying. The quality is better than all the restaurants in the area and on par with some of the better places in dtla. My favorites are the sweet shrimp, salmon belly and seared salmon. Definitely worth trying this place out.

Published 3 years ago

Wowwwww...I'm amazed!!!!officially my fav Omakase place in San Gabriel valley..food is beyond great, price is totally reasonable, for this quality in downtown la will cost twice more to be honest. I will definitely come back and highly recommend to all my friend..can't wait to come back again!!!!

Published 4 years ago

The staff was really nice. The food was good and filling. The only thing I was disappointed in was the seaweed avocado salad was just a salad with avocado on top. I was expecting seaweed and there was no seaweed. Other than that the food was delicious and the service was great.

Published 4 years ago

Published 4 years ago