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Sakana Sushi Lounge Dtla

Sakana Sushi Lounge Dtla

321 W 9th St, Los Angeles, United States

Sushi • Casual • Asiatic • Japanese


"The service and atmosphere are very good, I must focus my review on the food alone. Here's a breakdown of the dishes my party and I ordered:1. Salmon Nigiri: The salmon nigiri was satisfactory, a little bit dry but it was a solid choice.2. Salmon Belly Nigiri: better than regular salmon nigiri, the salmon belly nigiri provided a decent taste experience. The fish was fresh, and the flavors were enjoyable.3. Tuna Toro Nigiri: The tuna toro nigiri was a step above the other dishes in terms of taste and quality. The tuna was tender and had a pleasant melt-in-your-mouth texture, making it one of the highlights of the meal.4. Poke Salad: The poke salad was average. While it didn't disappoint, it didn't particularly impress either. It could have benefited from a more vibrant blend of flavors.5. Fried Calamari: Unfortunately, the fried calamari left something to be desired. It was dry and lacked freshness, which was disappointing considering the overall positive experience of the restaurant.6. Uni Nigiri: The uni nigiri had a bitter taste and seemed to have some foreign flavors, which detracted from the dish. It didn't meet the expectations for this delicacy.In summary, while Sakana Sushi Lounge's service and atmosphere were excellent, the overall food experience was mixed. The salmon and tuna toro nigiri stood out as the better choices, but the fried calamari and uni nigiri were disappointing. I hope the restaurant can address these inconsistencies to elevate the dining experience as a whole."