Katsuya Brentwood

Walking into Katsuya Brentwood feels like stepping into a chic LA scene straight out of a movie. The space is undeniably club-like with its polished bronze dinosaur statues, candlelit runway dining areas, and walls adorned with striking kabuki makeup photography. Yet despite the flashy atmosphere, this Brentwood outpost has earned a loyal following among locals who appreciate consistent quality and reliable service—something that sets it apart from the other Katsuya locations scattered across LA.

The menu here revolves around crowd-pleasers, and none shine brighter than the legendary spicy tuna crispy rice. Each piece delivers a perfect bite of buttery, grilled rice topped with Sriracha-laced tuna that justifies its presence on every table in the room. The baked crab handroll with its delicate snow crab is another standout, while the tableside chutoro tartare with caviar brings a touch of theatrical luxury to your meal. Just be prepared—the kitchen has a heavy hand with sauces, and you’ll find many dishes swimming in ponzu and truffle-heavy dressings.

This is very much a scene restaurant, and part of the experience is the parade of recognizable faces that drift through. CAA agents hammer out deals at corner tables, teenagers from nearby prep schools casually order caviar service at lunch, and you might just spot Hollywood royalty one table over. It’s pure Brentwood energy distilled into a dining room.

Katsuya Brentwood works best when you lean into what it does well: stick to the signature crispy rice, the jalapeño-studded yellowtail, and the perfectly charred robata vegetables. Bring a generous corporate card or someone else’s wallet, order a few bottles from the impressive sake list, and enjoy the spectacle. It may not be the best sushi in Los Angeles, but for a reliable neighborhood spot with plenty of privacy and room for the whole family, Brentwood locals keep coming back for good reason.