KazuNori: The Original Hand Roll Bar

"When deciding on lunch is the last thing you need to be doing, KazuNori is your place. Show up, order the five-roll menu, and you will be handed excellent handrolls one at a time. This Sugarfish spinoff is just as good as the original but with one important difference - no hour-long waits (yet). It’s an ideal spot when you want good-quality sushi, and need to be in and out in a half-hour. " - sylvio martins, jess basser sanders

"Taking a third-tier friend to KazuNori can be equated to buying someone a birthday cake at Ralph’s and saying you made it yourself: it looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did. With six locations around town, this sushi handroll spot is the right combination of good, reliable, and seemingly upscale (even though it’s technically fast-casual). Sit down at the bar for either a set menu or just a couple scallop handrolls, and listen to your guest tell you what they’ve been up to the past six (seven?) years. The best part is you’ll probably be in and out in under 30 minutes. " - sylvio martins, garrett snyder, nikko duren

"All four LA locations of the popular handroll chain now have sidewalk patios perfect for all your outdoor dining needs." - brett keating

"You thought you were well-versed in the trappings of The Promenade, but a work interview brought you down here today, and you're still stunned by the madness. Go make the most of it at KazuNori. This handroll-only spot from the Sugarfish people can certainly get swamped during peak rush, but if you’re able to sneak in before or after the crowds die down, you’ll be treated to a relatively calm atmosphere and the best rolls for the price in Santa Monica." - brant cox

"Also known as “Sugarfish’s cooler younger brother,” Kazunori is focused on just one thing: excellent handrolls. As a part of the Sugarfish empire, you can expect the same high-quality seafood (like yellowtail dipped in ponzu, fatty toro, and creamy bay scallops), hot rice flavored with sushi vinegar, and crispy crunchy seaweed - served straight to you by one of their expert handrollers. All four of their LA locations (Downtown, West Hollywood, Westwood, Santa Monica) are available for outdoor seating." - kat hong