Nozawa Bar

Meticulous fresh and balanced Nozawa Bar is one of the best Michelin sushi experiences I've had in LA. It's tucked away in a popular Beverly Hills restaurant through secret doors an intimate 10-seat omakase-only spot... 22 courses with fish flown in from Japan it was such an incredible experienceOne thing that stood out was how attentive they are. I wasn't finishing all my rice and they quickly noticed and made adjustments without me even saying a word. It felt so personalThe vibe is calm and peaceful just purely about the sushi. The chef and staff are professional but friendly and make you feel at ease. You can tell that they care a lot about the little things-- I would recommend to anyone looking for a stunning sushi experience

When my husband asked me what I wanted to eat for my birthday, I told him, "Sushi, but make it omakase." So Nozawa Bar is where he took me. Hidden behind unmarked doors, Nozawa Bar offers an intimate and exclusive sushi experience that you'll remember for years to come. There are only 10 spots per seating at a time, which in theory sounds intimidating, but Chef Fujita and his staff were warm, hospitable and crafted an exceptional omakase dinner from start to finish. There were 22 courses in total and although the dishes come in small bites, you'll find yourself to be quite satiated by the end of the meal. Each item we tried was beautifully prepared, delicious and unique from one another. Most of the seafood is sourced from Japan, so many of the dishes aren't necessarily going to be what you'd expect from other typical sushi restaurants. It's hard to choose a favorite from the menu but some of my highlights included the Hokkaido Octopus, New Zealand Pink Lobster, Maine Lobster nigiri, and the Hokkaido Scallop nigiri. The staff was fully attentive and let us know how each dish should be eaten to maximize its full potential. From the expertly prepared food to the top-notch service, Nozawa Bar has certainly proven to have earned its Michelin star status. If you're looking for a special dining experience, this restaurant is certainly an excellent choice for it.

Great higher-end, Michelin-rated omakase in Beverly Hills! First off, ambiance was very cozy and service was fantastic. The head chef was amazing-- it was definitely an experience watching him prepare the nigiri pieces and cut the tamago. Also, in other restaurants I usually have to pour the sake/wine or water, because service is slow. Here, our sake and water was refilled constantly-- service was definitely 10/10!Food was great too. Overall we ate around 20 pieces of sashimi and nigiri-- I was extremely full by the time we got home! The fish was extremely fresh. I especially loveddddd the uni! It was probably the best uni I've ever eaten in my life!!I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area!

Wow. Where do I begin. Nozawa bar was INCREDIBLE. They completely stand up to their Michelin Star status. I've been to quite a few omakase dinners, Michelin Stars and not, and this was by far my favorite. It is completely worth the price tag. The quality of the fish was spectacular, and the service from the sushi chefs to the server bringing drinks was wonderful. It was an intimate room, roughly 10 seats, and it was calm and serene and relaxing and so lovely. It was 22 courses total, and I was genuinely full by the time we were done! It is a little speakeasy type private room located inside Sugarfish, so don't get confused by the location!10/10 recommend. You won't be disappointed!

I was so surprised to have secured a reservation just a few days in advance. We came here for my husband's birthday and everything was perfection. From the moment you check in until they escort you behind the inside bar to the back Nozawa Bar--it was perfect. The staff was so friendly and attentive. Chef was running a tight ship with all eyes on every inch of that room. He commanded the room at all times whether with his staff or with the guests. He is a true pro. Chef did all this while entertaining the room with his jokes and charm. He interacted with every single person and connected with each of us multiple times. The food was just the icing on the cake. Each of the 20 courses were outstanding and unique. We will definitely be back here for the food and fun, hopefully with more friends next time. 12/10 recommend!

Taste: 5Creativity/Authenticity: 5Atmosphere: 5Service: 5Bang for your buck: 4I've been on an omakase bender, and this has been on my list to hit! Came here with some friends and to start, they don't start the omakase til everyone in the 10 seat room is here so that's how serious this place is. Now you walk past all the poor people lol jk, as you make your way to a back room, where one of the best experiences you can have for sushi in Los Angeles. First it's very traditional so please don't expect mayo sauces up rolls this is for the sushi heads!! And @$245 a pop it weeds out the posers lol jk. Now I didn't get to xp my last sushi at the original sushi nozawa in studio city before it closed, because it was sold out!! So I was excited to try this spot! Sad nozawa wasn't there but we got chef Fujita who was incredible!! Started with the New Zealand pink lobster and if I could order 100 I would!! Holy, now don't get me wrong the sushi here was phenomenal, but only specific portions, some were interesting to say, but still delicious. Service here is 5 star, our waitress was so quick and attentive, never had an empty sake glass. Overall this is one of the best experiences I've had for sushi, top 5 in Los Angeles, so that says a lot. Price is a little pricey but def worth it and I would recommend it, but not for people who cover their sushi in sauce! Thank you chef Fujita sensational!

I've been to sugarfish a few times, but this was my first time going to nozawa. I was already impressed by the quality of sugarfish, but nozawa is next level. Nozawa is a quaint sushi bar hidden behind sugarfish. It only holds about 10 people, making the omakase experience very personalized with the chef. The chef was amazing, he interacted with the diners the entire night and had a huge smile on his face the entire time. He even took pictures with each party after and posted it on his instagram. I love how passionate he is and it shows in his food. I've had various omakases, but this one was the best by far. This had 20+ courses of some of the freshest, tastiest seafood I've ever had. The items were very unique-- never had baby squid before--but there were no misses at all. Without a doubt, will be back

What an incredible experience. I will be dreaming about Nozawa until I return. For $300 per person out the door, it is reasonable for an omakase experience. People will say "it's not really omakase, it's a set menu" blah blah blah. Ignore the haters. The fish is of the quality you would expect from a place like this. I tried several things I'd never had before and things I'd never heard of. the service was top notch as well. The head man was a joy to talk to and took pictures with the guests after. Perfect for a special occasion or not!

THE DEFINITION OF JAPANESE PRECISION AND PERFECTION!Located in a private 10 guest room in the rear of sugar fish in Beverly Hills, if you can get a reservation then book it. Be prepared to spend a hefty fee and be prepared to be instructed on how to eat sushi. "Eat this in one bite", "don't use wasabi on this piece", "don't put wasabi in your soy sauce". Hey, they got it right, so just follow the instructions and become a sushi connoisseur.The service is impeccable and the private room is very intimate. No drop of soy sauce remains on your space, as it is removed immediately. Su is an elegant and attentive hostess. Chef Fuji demonstrates his expertise while his assistants quietly complete each course (all 20) and present it to each guest. Initially it seems a little stressful (like what I imagine Jiro "does sushi" in Tokyo would be like). Follow instructions and pop sushi in mouth. As the night progresses, you realize that chef Fuji is a comedian and raconteur. He talks about his wife (the shogun) and people from different cities in Japan. Now the sushi. Twenty courses, no need to grab a burger on the way home. First course is freshly cut Hokkaido octopus and New England pink lobster and hotaru ika. Amazing live presentation. Akamatsu (ruby snapper)--wow. First taste for me, dazzling color and melts in your mouth. Mirugai (geoduck) is my favorite and it contracts on the surface prior to being sliced. Maine lobster hand roll was surreal. I'm not a huge uni fan, but this one was generously folded and buttery. Oh and chef boasts that 70% of the fish is from Japan. The courses climax with expertly cut tamago (egg) expertly zig zag cut pockets to hold ume.I'll never go to jiro sushi in Japan but Nozawa fulfills the pickiest sushi lovers dream!

Second time here and it was even more enjoyable. Cozy 10 person bar situated in a private room allows you to get to know you fellow sushi foodies and interact with Chef! Fish is first rate and you will be full after the 18-20 pieces/dishes. Favorites were the lobster roll and the uni but honestly it was nice just sitting back and getting surprised. My only job was to enjoy the great sushi and great company!