Sushi Spot

In an era where high-end omakase in Los Angeles regularly demands three hundred dollars or more, Sushi Spot feels like a portal to another time. This unassuming Tarzana spot on Ventura Boulevard delivers something increasingly rare: genuinely excellent sushi at a price that won’t leave you questioning your life choices.

The star of the show is the sixty-dollar omakase, a parade of carefully prepared courses that punches well above its weight class. You’ll get seven pieces of quality nigiri—generous cuts of tuna, yellowtail, snapper, and halibut—alongside sashimi and some unexpected highlights. The baked mussels and scallops swimming in rich egg yolk are impossibly indulgent, and the squid stuffed with crab meat is the kind of dish that makes you wonder how they’re turning a profit.

The setting has all the hallmarks of a beloved neighborhood institution: parking that requires some creative maneuvering, an eclectic soundtrack that might have you grooving to Brazilian disco, and a small TV usually tuned to whatever game is on. It’s decidedly unpretentious, which only adds to the charm. Whether you’re dining solo at the bar or introducing someone to the Valley’s hidden gems, this is the kind of place that rewards repeat visits.

For anyone building an LA sushi bucket list, Sushi Spot deserves a prominent spot. It’s proof that outstanding omakase doesn’t require a trust fund—just a willingness to venture into the Valley and embrace a little old-school magic.