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Where should I eat sushi in the SGV?

From AYCE to omakase. Pick your lane.

4 local votes · updated Jul 23, 2026

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Locals' current top pick for sushi in the SGV is Akasaka Restaurant in Hacienda Heights, followed by Mikomi in Alhambra and Tori Tori Shabu N Sushi in Arcadia. Best is relative, so filter by price and vibe below, and vote for the pick you'd stand behind.

#1Akasaka RestaurantHacienda Heights · Sushi · $$$4.6

"A tucked-away Hacienda Heights sushi spot known for huge portions, generous cuts of fish, and chirashi bowls that people still drive across SGV for."

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#2MikomiAlhambra · Japanese · $$$4.5

"A modern sushi restaurant known for fresh fish, creative rolls, and one of the most extensive menus in Alhambra."

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#3Tori Tori Shabu N SushiArcadia · Japanese · $4.4

"Arcadia shabu and sushi spot combining hot pot and Japanese fare in one sitting."

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#4Sushi KisenArcadia · Japanese · $$$4.6

"Japanese spot in Arcadia. Sushi."

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#5Chubby CattleRowland Heights · Japanese · $$4.9

"Chubby Cattle Rowland Heights is not your typical BBQ spot. It's got unlimited Chubby Tea, which includes milk tea."

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#6Kaijin SushiSan Gabriel · Sushi · $$$4.9

"Sushi-focused Japanese spot with date-night potential."

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#7Umi Hot Pot & SushiCity of Industry · Hot Pot · $$4.8

"An all-you-can-eat restaurant combining hot pot, sushi, and a wide variety of buffet selections."

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#8Yama Sushi MarketplaceSan Gabriel · Sushi · $$4.7

"If you want high-quality sushi & sashimi without the sit-down sushi restaurant prices, Yama Sushi Marketplace is one that spot."

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#9OsawaPasadena · Japanese · $$$4.7

"Japanese spot in Pasadena. Sushi."

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#10YumiyakiRowland Heights · Japanese · $$$4.6

"Yumiyaki in Rowland Heights is a sister restaurant to Mikiya where they serve premium wagyu beef shabu."

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#11Wow Cow Korean BBQEl Monte · BBQ · $$4.6

"Wow Cow AYCE Korean BBQ in El Monte is an all-you-can-eat spot that won't break the bank at $39.99 for the deluxe dinner plan. The staff is attentive and there's ample parking."

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#12Sushi NakataArcadia · Japanese · $$$4.6

"Japanese spot in Arcadia. Sushi."

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#14Eats Ayce SushiAlhambra · Sushi · $$$4.4

"An all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant known for its extensive menu, specialty rolls, and premium upgrade options."

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#15KoganeAlhambra · Japanese · $$$$4.4

"Japanese spot in Alhambra. Omakase."

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#16Ai Japanese RestaurantSouth Pasadena · Japanese · $$4.3

"Japanese spot in South Pasadena. Sushi."

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#17Dozo Sushi & BarMonrovia · Japanese · $$$4.2

Order: Bay scallop sushi

"An all-you-can-eat sushi option in Monrovia with standout scallop, yellowtail, and salmon, plus specialty rolls, nigiri, hand rolls, and sashimi at dinner."

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#19President Square Food CourtArcadia · Food Court · $4.0

"A compact Arcadia food court where seven or so stalls cover a lot of ground: hand-cooked noodle soups, a Taiwanese-style combo deli, Korean tofu, ramen, sushi, pastries, and boba."

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