Best Trendy Table Hotspots Sushi Restaurants in Culver City
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
The Brothers Sushi Culver City
Dry-aged fish program with seasonal imports from Japan and hyper-local California produce
Notable Picks
From the team behind successful Woodland Hills and Santa Monica locations, this Culver City outpost specializes in dry-aged fish like bluefin tuna and Ora King salmon from New Zealand, sourcing produce from local farmers markets. Chef Mark Okuda and Executive Chef Kenji Sato deliver multiple omakase tiers from $95 lunch to $200 dinner alongside exceptional a la carte options including their signature chirashi packed with uni, scallops, and fatty toro.
Must-Try Dishes:
JYO Chirashi Bowl, Dry-Aged Fatty Toro, Dry-Aged Salmon Nigiri
What Makes it Special: Dry-aged fish program with seasonal imports from Japan and hyper-local California produce
8.4
Chef David Movsisian's Michelin-rated handroll specialist operates in The Culver Steps with a sleek industrial bar setting and just 24 counter seats. The focused menu delivers fresh handrolls made to order alongside quality sashimi appetizers, Japanese craft beer, and loose-leaf teas served in traditional tetsubin iron teapots.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baked Crab Roll, Negi Toro Handroll, Soft Shell Crab Roll
What Makes it Special: Michelin recognition for focused handroll-centric menu in modern industrial setting
#3
Uzumaki
8.3
Head Chef Moto from the historic Chiba sushi bar brings modern minimalist aesthetics to this neighborhood gem established in 2017. The streamlined menu focuses on traditional nigiri and curated rolls with multiple omakase tiers starting at reasonable prices, featuring standouts like seared salmon belly with truffle and their signature baked crab handroll.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baked Crab Handroll, Seared Salmon Belly Nigiri, Uzumaki Plus Omakase Set
What Makes it Special: Former Chiba chef's precise knife work and fish aging program in minimalist space
Worthy Picks
7.8
Handroll specialist from Joint Seafood featuring dry-aged fish with distinctive umami depth in Citizen Public Market. The counter-service format focuses on temaki sets with fish aged in specialized cold cases. Limited bar seating creates an intimate but casual vibe for quick quality bites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dry-Aged Toro Handroll, Toasted Lox Roll, Temaki Set
What Makes it Special: Dry-aged fish technique creates unique concentrated flavors