30 Photos
ZipPicks Awards
Best Business Lunch Japanese in Santa Monica
Best Sushi Rolls in Santa Monica
Best Japanese in Santa Monica
Best Sushi in Santa Monica
Best Instagram Worthy Sushi in Santa Monica
Master Critic Review
Mikomi Sushi
8.1
This 2025 newcomer brings 18 years of sushi expertise from Monrovia to Santa Monica with an expanded menu featuring exclusive specialty rolls and ramen. The modern space offers both sushi bar and table seating perfect for business groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mikomi Special Roll, Yellowtail Carpaccio, Tonkotsu Ramen
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: Newest location with Santa Monica-exclusive menu items
Who should go: Groups wanting variety beyond just sushi
When to visit: Weekday lunch hours 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
What to order: Mikomi special roll, salmon carpaccio, lunch combos
Insider tip: Happy hour deals available on select items
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking plus nearby public lots ($8-12), gets tight during lunch rush
Dress code: Business casual - professionals in office attire at lunch, more relaxed evenings
Noise level: Moderate - lively lunch crowd but conversation-friendly
Weekend wait: 20-30 min typical, call ahead recommended
Weekday lunch: 15-20 min peak times (12-1pm), minimal otherwise
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - vegetable rolls, tempura, inari options
Vegan options: Limited - cucumber/avocado rolls, edamame, seaweed salad
Gluten-free options: Yes - sashimi, nigiri without soy sauce, tamari available
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes for casual dates - sushi bar seating encourages conversation, not too loud or formal
Can I get a table without a reservation? Weekday lunches usually fine after 1:30pm, weekend dinners risky - use the bar seating as backup
Is it kid-friendly? Yes - high chairs available, teriyaki and tempura options for picky eaters, quick service
Best For
Better for: Business lunches with variety-seeking groups - ramen option sets it apart from sushi-only spots
Skip if: You want traditional omakase experience or ultra-premium fish - this is more accessible comfort sushi
Hours
Monday11:30am - 10pm
Tuesday11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday11:30am - 10pm
Thursday11:30am - 10pm
Friday11:30am - 11pm
Saturday12pm - 11pm
Sunday12pm - 10pm