SUGARFISH brings serious sushi to Ventura Blvd

SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa on Ventura Boulevard is one of the most-reviewed restaurants in Studio City, and that kind of track record over 923 Google reviews at 4.5 stars tells you something real: people keep coming back.

The chain grew out of Kazunori Nozawa's reputation for traditional Japanese sushi, and this location holds to that. The room is chic and intimate, the menu stays focused on classic rolls, and sake is the obvious drink pairing, though wine and beer are available too.

A few things to know before you go: they do not take reservations, so a wait is part of the deal, especially on weekends. Takeout and delivery are both options if you would rather skip the line. Prices sit in the higher range for the neighborhood, but for the quality and the consistency, regulars seem to find it worth it.

If you are new to the area or looking for a reliable sushi spot on the Boulevard that is not trying to reinvent anything, this is a good answer.