Matsuhisa

Food: 5 MicsService: 5 MicsAmbiance: 5 MicsFood: All the sashimi melts in your mouth like butter. The fish is fresh and prepared with various homemade sauces and fresh vegetables. The spinach salad was delectable, every bite, every crunch of tanginess and sweetness had me wanting more. The sushi was preparation was expertly put together and pleasing to the eyes. Every dish that comes out teases your palate wanting more. Service: Above and beyond professional. The servers continued to fill my tea. My tea was never half as empty. Each dish was explained to detail, history and ingredients. Ambiance: Matsuhisa is under construction and we had a large party. We were in a tent that was meticulously set up. The food had my mind off the idea of us in a tent. I can't wait to visit the new establishment when it's completed. All in all, make your way to this establishment to enjoy an unforgettable experience...and keep coming back...

*Nobu Matsuhisa*When I was a youngster, Nobu was my sushi god. Long before his hype & fame on tv & the internet, Matsuhisa was the place to be -- especially if you were fortunate enough to be served by THE Humble Sushi Master himself. Tho this wasn't the only game in town, it felt more special. It was like a sacred secret that only "the locals" knew about...and reservations were a must -- unless you knew someone or arrived when they opened. Matsuhisa was THE sushi staple. Nobu's singnature unique dishes such as Peruvian Sashimi in delectable sauces and his Miso Black Cod, are only some of his iconic eclectic fusion dishes copied by everyone in the sushi game today. Nobu Matsuhisa is legendary to the California culinary scene, just like Wolfgang Puck, for Spago and Chinois on Main. I've been fortunate to be served personally from Nobu at Matsuhisa and also Nobu Malibu, when they first opened, and every time I was in awe, each minute & every bite, within my Sushi Master's presence. I watched & studied everything he did behind the sushi counter, as I often did with baseball pitchers & hitters, trying to perfect my own game. I watched him in action. I felt a connection every time he'd flash me a smile, a friendly head-nod or simple bow & say "thank you" whenever I expressed gratitude and savored his creations. Nobu is a one-of-a kind sushi pioneer and restauranteur. He's cultivated and opened the door & channels for sushi successes throughout the United States and entire globe. My love for sushi, the tradition, and respect for Nobu Matsuhisa was so influential to me, it propelled me to getting into my very own sushi game, when I got older and had an opportunity. Thanks to my Mom & Dad for getting me into sushi when I was only 8 years old and we were regulars at a spot (Sagano) for years up until they were forced to close shop because the center where they were was demolished on Pico/Westwood Blvd, and then it became the Westside Pavilion Mall. Growing up in LA, I wasn't into the club and bar scene. But I was a bonafide & certified diehard sushi barfly. I have the distinction of introducing nearly every one of my friends & acquaintances to a new world of raw fish, sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine. I even went for sushi with my history teacher in Jr High, proceeded by Dodger games. All my friends thought I was so cool. My teacher was pretty damn cool. What I love most about sushi bars & Japanese restaurants, is they're all different and unique in their own special ways. There's your local Mom & Pop Shops, high-end to low-end chain-gangs...and traditional stand-alone's too. A good sushi joint is like having a good barber or hairstylist. A good cleaners or a repairman. It feels more memorable and personal, when you're appreciated and frequent the same place "where everybody knows your name" like a neighborhood Cheers sitcom. My favorite has always been the Mom & Pop Shop -- where I was lucky enough to learn the ropes & traditions, when I was 13, from a Japanese husband & wife team who took me under their wings at their restaurant, well-into my 30th birthday, and taught me as if I was the son they never had. They knew who Nobu Matsuhisa was and respected him too. But $ signs & fame never clouded their judgement as they stayed true to their traditions & craft and refrained from mass expansion -- not that there's a problem with that. They were simpleton's. I still love & respect Nobu Matsuhisa, but no longer love the restaurant. What was once a major high-5 for me is now simply a 3. I know times & things change. But this place is now a combo of changing too much and not enough. Tho the quality is still stellar, their prices are now outrageous for the portions served, and the overall feel & service is slightly robotic to me. And for me, it lost that lure it once had. The ambiance doesn't feel as special and lacks the charm of yesteryear. Nowadays it's just as much a "one & done" opposed to a regular destination, due to competition and lower-prices elsewhere for similar cuisine and dining experience. Don't get me wrong, Matsuhisa is still worth a try if you haven't been...so you can claim you have. Because Matsuhisa belongs in the Restaurant Hall of Fame and Nobu deserves a Lifetime Achievement Award.Matsuhisa is still an institution. It's not just a "LA Thing" anymore. It now has worldwide mass global appeal. Because of the visionary and kind gentle man himself...*Nobu Matsuhisa*PeriodSayonara, Scotto San

Matsuhisa is so overrated. After hearing so much about this restaurant I finally decided to take my girlfriend here for Valentines Day. It was such a disappointment and I would never come back here again.I spent 400 dollars here for a party of 2. We ordered appetizers, sushi, dessert and sake as well. The food was incredibly overpriced and the quality of some of the dishes were questionable. The Scallop Kushiyaki was very dry even when it was drenched in teriyaki sauce. Initially I wanted to order the White Fish Tempura but the server suggested that I order the Tempura with their special sauce. Upon receiving the bill, I saw that adding the special sauce with red onions and jalapenos was an additional $20. The White Fish Tempura was already $14, so I ended up paying $34 for that dish. Not even for some special fish, Just plain fried white fish.The only thing I liked from this restaurant were the Golden Eye Snapper and the Akamutsu Sushi. I honestly can't recommend anything else.The ambiance of the restaurant is outdated and depressing. I felt a little crammed and there was nothing in the entire restaurant that I found unique or impressive. We sat inside, but I couldn't imagine sitting outside. Service was mediocre and the tip is automatically entered in your bill. Surely $70 is far too much for the service we received. Valet Parking is mandatory.Go somewhere else?

Service is great!The sushi, et al, is exactly the quality you would expect.The facility and the ambiance are...well let's say eclectic...spartan to say the least!I have felt more warm and comfortable at various Waffle Houses throughout the country!It's very much an "Emperor has no clothes" situation.Most patrons are too pretentious to accept that the place is the equivalent to a double wide trailer home! (Possibly smaller).I will still give it for stars...but in truth that's in homage to the brand, not this particular location.Hey, it's LA!

Absolutely overrated, the sushi is NOT quality compared to actually nice "real" sushi spots in the area! There isn't even any ambiance, it's an old musty and smelly place. This is a BS spot for LA dummies, don't waste your time. Go to a real sushi spot!!!

Deeeeee-licious! Took my friend out to an appreciation dinner and he said, "it was the BEST sushi I've EVER HAD" so looks like I showed the right amount of gratitude. Everything was soooo fresh! Service was friendly, helpful and advised us during our entire experience. The Yuzu Margaritas were suspiciously addicting...so good we stayed just a little past close. Matsuhisa won't let you down and best believe you will not leave with a frown .

If you can afford to eat here, you need to come enjoy the excellent sushi and cooked dishes here. An unassuming restaurant considering it's Beverly Hills, with fast (though brusque) service and a very diverse menu. The elevated Japanese food you would get at Nobu (same owner) but in a much less pretentious space.Every bite was super high quality from the perfectly crisped crispy rice and spicy tuna (best version of this dish I've ever had), the baked crab hand roll (ugly presentation but very tasty), nicely grilled A5 wagyu (get it with NO SAUCE, the miso did not work and I am so glad I asked for it on the side even if the server was skeptical, lol), yummy black miso cod, buttery uni donburi ($$$$$), and rock shrimp tempura that was a big hit. I would recommend skipping the tempura as it is no better than your neighborhood Japanese spot and there are more fun things to try on the menu. The oysters are also a skip.

It's a zoo.The restaurant was very packed with servers running around (running, I kid you not) and sushi chefs behind the counter yelling across the room (first time experiencing this!). Tables and bar seats were very closely packed. If you are thinking of a nice, quiet omakase dinner, this is not the place. Fish was fresh and good but the ambience spoiled it for us. The experience was not worth the price point.

I valet parked bc of the location. It was easy to find. The service was absolutely amazing. Every waiter/buser/server were so attentive and great at what they do. The food was amazing. We had a few cut rolls and appetizers. Loved the house saki as well. Ambiance was chill but do come dressed nice enough. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars bc there was a tent situation like back in covid days but luckily I found my friends inside the actual restaurant. Not sure how that seating goes.

I recently dined in with my dad we sat at the bar and chefs were so professional and kind , we ordered the omakase which is pricy but totally worth it. It came with some incredible fish that melts in your mouth and a miso soup and desert was included. I totally recommend to sit at the bar because the vibe is really nice and traditional if your ever in Beverly Hills area definitely stop by.