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Nozawa Bar
8.9
Michelin-starred intimate omakase counter hidden behind Sugarfish, where Chef Fujita serves 22 courses of adventurous nigiri selected daily from LA fish markets. The ten-seat bar maintains strict timing and traditional preparation, creating a temple-like experience for serious sushi devotees.
Must-Try Dishes:
Japanese Jellyfish, Live Sea Urchin, Blue Crab Hand Roll
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 9.3
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 9
What makes it special: Michelin-starred omakase with fish hand-picked daily from LA markets.
Who should go: Purists seeking traditional Edo-mae style excellence
When to visit: 6pm or 8:30pm seatings, book via Tock
What to order: Twenty-course omakase only, no modifications allowed
Insider tip: Arrive exactly on time - first course served promptly
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet $15 at adjacent lots, street parking nearly impossible after 5pm in Beverly Hills
Dress code: Business casual minimum - no shorts/flip-flops, most diners in button-downs or dresses
Noise level: Library quiet - intimate conversations only at the 10-seat counter
Weekend wait: Reservation-only via Tock, books 30 days out within minutes
Weekday lunch: No lunch service offered
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: No - omakase is entirely seafood-based with no substitutions
Vegan options: No options - traditional sushi experience only
Gluten-free options: Cannot accommodate - soy sauce and preparation methods not adaptable
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if both are serious sushi enthusiasts - the $300+ per person price tag and silent, temple-like atmosphere can be intense for getting to know someone
Can I get a table without a reservation? Absolutely not - 10 seats only, must book exactly 30 days ahead on Tock at 10am PST
Is it kid-friendly? No children under 12 permitted - the reverent atmosphere and raw fish focus make it inappropriate for young diners
Best For
Better for: Authentic Edo-mae technique and daily-sourced fish that surpasses even Nobu or Matsuhisa for traditional preparation
Skip if: You want rolls, cooked options, or ability to customize - try Sugarfish next door for flexibility
Hours
Monday7:30pm - 10:30pm
Tuesday7:30pm - 10:30pm
Wednesday6pm - 11pm
Thursday6pm - 11pm
Friday6pm - 11pm
Saturday6pm - 11pm
SundayClosed