Hama Sushi
Sushi restaurant · Historic Core
347 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Highlights
Classic sushi & sashimi spot, fresh fish, reasonable prices
Classic sushi & sashimi spot, fresh fish, reasonable prices
"If you’re solely on the hunt for great sashimi, head to Hama. You’ll notice signs around this busy Little Tokyo bar that warn, “No teriyaki, No tempura, No noodle, No rice alone,” so don’t bring your non-fish-eating friend who orders four rounds of gyoza. A la carte and set menus are available—the latter includes various sashimi, miso soup, and a basic California roll that does the job. The a la carte menu offers more wiggle room for sampling, including buttery uni nigiri, a seared albacore sashimi platter with citrusy ponzu, and some excellent toro that is somehow both delicate and beefy in flavor. Plentiful options aside, the best part about Hama is that it offers affordable but high-quality fish in a casual, intimate setting." - garrett snyder, brant cox, sylvio martins
"Little Tokyo’s Hama Sushi is best known for its no-nonsense approach. Plastered on the front door is a sign that lays out the ground rules: Only sushi and sashimi. No tempura, teriyaki, noodles, or “rice alone.” Those who find the approach agreeable will be treated to some of the finest sushi in town. Grab a seat at the horseshoe-shaped bar and order a la carte from a list of fairly standard fish prepared exceptionally well." - Matthew Kang
"Little Tokyo’s Hama Sushi is best known for its no-nonsense approach. Plastered on the front door is a sign that lays out the ground rules: Only sushi and sashimi. No tempura, teriyaki, noodles, or “rice alone.” Those who find the approach agreeable will be treated to some of the finest sushi in town. Grab a seat at the horseshoe-shaped bar and order a la carte from a list of fairly standard fish prepared exceptionally well." - Matthew Kang
"When you get to Hama, you’ll notice signs warning, “No teriyaki, No tempura, No noodle, No rice alone,” so don’t bring your non-fish-eating friend who orders four rounds of gyoza. Both a la carte and set menus are available at this quiet Little Tokyo bar—the latter including various sashimi, miso soup, and half a California roll for $30. The a la carte offers more wiggle room for sampling, including buttery uni nigiri, some excellent toro, and seared albacore sashimi platter with citrusy ponzu, with prices ranging between $10-14 each. It’s a small space, so get here when they open to avoid long wait times. " - jess basser sanders, brant cox, sylvio martins, garrett snyder
"The menu at Hama Sushi is straightforward — “no tempura, no teriyaki, no noodles, no rice alone” — just sushi and sashimi. Combination C, which includes a mix of popular sashimi and rolls, is a great and inexpensive option to try. Sit at the counter for a firsthand look at the care put into each piece of sushi. The wait can be long during weekends, especially for dinner service, so try to stop by during the week or for lunch instead." - Kimberly Madrid
