Kusaki

4.8

96 Reviews

$31 to $50

Vegetarian / Vegan

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Vegan-friendly
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Plant based Omakase Sushi restraurant in West La featuring Executive Chef Dillon Bolin and Head Chef Pearl Steffie.

Signature dishes include our Avocado Crispy Rice, Maitake Wontons in Spicy Garlic, our Torched Miso Eggplant Nigiri and Torched Tuna Nigiri made from peas.

Minimalist beautifully designed restaurant with a 87 year old bonsai in the middle. We offer Omakase and al carte dining. Hidden gem with a speakeasy style type of location, serving beer, wine and cocktails.

Fan favorite is our Shishito Burger, named one of the best vegan burgers in town. While plant based, Kusaki and the dishes we serve mimics and tastes like real high end sushi. Art, redefined as food.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Japanese, Sushi
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(424) 398-9178
Website
https://www.kusakila.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Dillon Bolin

Location
2535 S Barrington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064-2828
Neighborhood
West Los Angeles
Cross street
Barrington Ave and Gateway Blvd
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Avocado Crispy Rice$15.00
Rice, Panko, Avocado, Yuzu Kosho, Ponzu, Micro Greens
Sunomono$8.00
Cucumbers, Rice Vinegar, Ponzu, Seaweed Confetti
Maitake Wontons$16.00
Maitake Mushrooms, Napa Cabbage, Chili Garlic Sauce
Sesame Tofu$12.00
Tofu, Sesame Oil, Miso Paste, Brown Sugar, Ponzu, Micro Greens
Fried Green Beans$12.00
Green Beans, Butter, Garlic
Portobello Fries$14.00
Portobello, Tempura Batter, Yuzu Kosho Aioli, Togarashi

Sashimi

Salmon Shiso$14.00
Shiso Vinaigrette, Ponzu, Yuzu Juice, Pickled Wasabi, Crunchy Onions, Sesame Seed
Sailfish Sashimi$14.00
Ponzu, Yuzu Kosho, Smoked Sea Salt, Micro Greens
Crispy Garlic Tuna$15.00
Ponzu, Crispy Garlic, Avocado, Furikake, Micro Greens

Nigiri

Salmon Nigiri$9.00
Ponzu, Lemon Juice, Pickled Wasabi, Truffle Oil, Sesame Seed
Tuna Nigiri$9.00
White Soy, Wasabi Paste, Smoked Sea Salt
Seared Tuna Nigiri$10.00
Ponzu, Pickled Wasabi, Crispy Onions
Sailfish Nigiri$9.00
Ponzu, Lemon Juice, Yuzu Kosho, Smopked Sea Salt
Calamari Nigiri$9.00
Ponzu, Lemon Juice, Yuzu Kosho, Smoked Sea Salt
Torched Miso Eggplant$8.00
Eggplant, Soy, Lemon Juice, Miso Glaze, Sesame Seed
Trumpet Mushroom Nigiri$8.00
Ponzu, Wasabi, Smoked Sea Salt

Hand Cut Rolls

King Mushroom Roll$16.00
Mushroom, Asparagus, Furikake, Ponzu, Mirco Greens
Rainbow Roll$20.00
Bell Peppers, Cucumber, Yamagobo, Seaweed Caviar, Ponzu
Philly Roll$15.00
Salmon, Cream Cheese, Wasabi, Chives, Ponzu, Seaweed Confetti, Micro Greens
Dragon Roll$18.00
Yamagobo, Avocado, Eggplant, Miso, Sweet Glaze, Ponzu, Furikake
Spicy Tuna Crispy Onions$18.50
Fyshfoods Tuna, Avocado, Ponzu, White Soy, Crispy Onions

Burgers

Shishito Burger$19.00
Impossible, Brioche Bun, Cashew Cheese, Yuzu Kosho, Aioli, Shishito, Shiso Leaf, Maitake
Smash Burger$17.00
Vegan Mayo, Ketchup, Balsamic Glaze, Sweet Pickle, Caramelized Onions, Brioche Bun

Desserts

Miso Brownie Brittle$18.00
Cocoa Powder, Maple Syrup, Sweet Potato, Peanut Butter, Brown Sugar, Sesame, Miso Ice Cream, Coconut Milk
The Pearlita$17.00
Strawberry Sorbet, Biscuit, Coconut Cream, Blueberry Compote, Pistachio

What 96 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Los Angeles
Healthy
Westside
Innovative
Westside
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kusaki offers an extraordinary dining experience with its innovative Japanese plant-based cuisine. Guests rave about the "creative and delicious" menu, "phenomenal" omakase, and "beautiful" presentation. The restaurant's "friendly and attentive" staff and chefs enhance the experience, making it a "must-visit" for both vegans and non-vegans.

97 Reviews

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Amy
San Francisco
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As longtime vegans, this was our first Omakase experience, and it did not disappoint. The chefs turned everything into art, including the theatre of making of each dish, in front of our eyes. The space is a serene and beautiful backdrop to the beautiful food and attentive service. We live up in the Bay Area, but look forward to coming back here on our next trip to LA!
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Franka
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food is outstanding. It’s beautifully done, and the flavors are incredible. Go!
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David
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food in a modern Japanese setting. Chef Pearl and team create some of the most amazing flavors we've had in L.A. and am excited to tell more people to come here. We've had their omakase twice, and now the full menu. Don't sleep on the Shishito burger either!
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Lanae
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every last bite was absolutely delicious! Chef Pearl and Chef Pablo are passionate about what they do and you can taste it💕 The restaurant is beautiful. We traveled to try out Kusaki, well worth it, and we will be back.
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Jessica
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I did the omakase experience, which was one of the best meals we have ever had. I am vegan and he is not, so it was the first time we got to experience this together. We were both blown away at how good the food was. Additionally, the service was phenomenal. We hope to be regulars here!
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Mark /Sonia
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. Worth the drive from the east side. We wish this restaurant was closer.
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David
Los Angeles
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife is Vegetarian, so I eat mostly vegetarian meals with her. It was a treat to find Kusaki. The food is all plant based, and it was wonderful. It was packed with so much flavor that you don't miss meat. The server was very friendly and helpful. We wish there were more restaurants like this near us because we would go all the time. It was great!
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Rivers Wilder
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My best friend and I ordered the 15 course omakase menu at the bar last night celebrating an anniversary and it was the most FANTASTIC, INDULGENT, GORGEOUS, SPECTACULAR meal of my life. The chefs and owner were so sweet and it was awesome to learn all the work that had gone into the dishes. The dessert (sweet potato brownie with coconut ice cream and miso caramel glaze) would be worth coming in for on it's own. 10/10 stars, give Chef Pearl her Michelin Stars!
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Kezia
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly outstanding -- my nonvegan companions couldn't believe their taste buds. Even the food writer was impressed. Rock stars and artsy types definitely add to the ambience and "cool factor."
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Jaden
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food here is impeccable. Everything I ate was outstanding- my favorite was the wonton appetizer, which was beyond transcendent and I’ve been dreaming about ever since I’ve had it. The only thing I didn’t like was the prices, which for the portion sizes didn’t make much sense. This is a good place if you’re looking to splurge on something beyond delicious, but it’s not a place one can regularly come to unless you make good money. My only regret is that I didn’t have the ten course meal, as I’ve heard such great things about it being much more worth the money; I will have to do that my next visit!
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FAQs

Kusaki does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Kusaki also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (424) 398-9178.

Kusaki is rated 4.8 stars by 96 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2535 S Barrington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064-2828

Additional information

Cross street
Barrington Ave and Gateway Blvd
Neighborhood
West Los Angeles
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Japanese, Sushi
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Dillon Bolin
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.kusakila.com/
Phone number
(424) 398-9178

Kusaki

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Avocado Crispy Rice$15.00

Sunomono$8.00

Maitake Wontons$16.00

Sesame Tofu$12.00

Fried Green Beans$12.00

Portobello Fries$14.00

Sashimi

Salmon Shiso$14.00

Sailfish Sashimi$14.00

Crispy Garlic Tuna$15.00

Nigiri

Salmon Nigiri$9.00

Tuna Nigiri$9.00

Seared Tuna Nigiri$10.00

Sailfish Nigiri$9.00

Calamari Nigiri$9.00

Torched Miso Eggplant$8.00

Trumpet Mushroom Nigiri$8.00

Hand Cut Rolls

King Mushroom Roll$16.00

Rainbow Roll$20.00

Philly Roll$15.00

Dragon Roll$18.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy Onions$18.50

Burgers

Shishito Burger$19.00

Smash Burger$17.00

Desserts

Miso Brownie Brittle$18.00

The Pearlita$17.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Kusaki offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Kusaki restaurant rated?

Is Kusaki currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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