Sakura Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar

Great Japanese restaurant, been here in LA for a long time. Its quite loud and busy inside but the food is great! We were seated within minutes even though it was very busy. Courteous and kind service. There are 3 sushi chefs at the bar. Positive atmosphere.

Excellent food, excellent service. First impressions of this place surpasses my expectations. I will come back to try out their kitchen menu items.

One of my favorite Japanese spots in the area. The teriyaki chicken is grilled and has an abundance of flavor, I ordered the white meat and also the beef teriyaki which was debatably better depending on who you ask. I ordered a side of crab gyozas which were good but the sushi is where it’s at. Fresh nigiri and sashimi served daily

A lovely and cozy spot for truly authentic Japanese cuisine. Prices are fair and the sushi is fresh and delicious.

Wow, genuinely shocked at the high reviews for this place. Tempura doughy, greasy, and with tasteless shrimp. All our fish lacked flavor and had this odd sticky texture. The rice was far too soft and tasteless. Tasted like the rice cereal baby food. I've only given an extra star for the larger portions, but it's debatable whether this place deserves that because those portions don't taste like anything. It is Japanese run, and it's really depressing that they think this is quality or acceptable. This is one step up from the mediocre premade sushi at grocery stores.

I did not eat here. Called ahead and asked if they take reservations; they said only for groups of 6+, but that it would just be a short wait. After standing at the entrance for about five minutes to even put our names on the list, no one--not a single host, server, or other employee--had bothered to even acknowledge my friend and me. A man walked in behind us, waited for about a minute, stepped in front of us, and was seated at a booth right away. I don't know what was happening behind the scenes, but I was shocked at the lack of service. We spent our money elsewhere, and do not plan to return; sad, as we wanted to support a local business.

Our new favorite sushi spot! The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. There’s a cool fish tank. And the sushi is some of the best I’ve ever had.

***AMAZING FOOD & SERVICE!*** This friendly family owned Japanese restaurant is true why we go out to eat! When OTHER restaurants are cutting staff, having a bad attitude & lacking food & taste...... SAKURA (owners Janice & Sam... Who were working on a busy Wednesday) and the wonderful staff are attentive, fast & very friendly! Also the food is great, reasonable priced & Fresh! Thank you for continuing to be a "Real Neighborhood Restaurant!!!