Kusaki

4.8

100 Reviews

$31 to $50

Vegetarian / Vegan

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Vegan-friendly
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Experience the first and only vegan omakase in Los Angeles, recognized as America’s Best Fine Dining Restaurant and Best Vegan Restaurant. Led by our 2024 Chef of the year, Head Chef Pearl Steffie, we specialize in omakase entrusting the chef to curate an unforgettable culinary journey.

Enjoy 10-course menu for $65 or a 15-course menu for $95 paired with our carefully selected wine, beer, sake and handcrafted cocktails. We proudly accommodate all dietary needs, with a special focus on gluten-free and celiac friendly options.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Japanese, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(424) 398-9178
Website
https://www.kusakila.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Pearl Steffie

Location
2535 S Barrington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064-2828
Area
West Los Angeles
Cross Street
Barrington Ave and Gateway Blvd
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Avocado Crispy RiceUS$15.00
Rice, Panko, Avocado, Yuzu Kosho, Ponzu, Micro Greens
SunomonoUS$8.00
Cucumbers, Rice Vinegar, Ponzu, Seaweed Confetti
Maitake WontonsUS$16.00
Maitake Mushrooms, Napa Cabbage, Chili Garlic Sauce
Sesame TofuUS$12.00
Tofu, Sesame Oil, Miso Paste, Brown Sugar, Ponzu, Micro Greens
Fried Green BeansUS$12.00
Green Beans, Butter, Garlic
Portobello FriesUS$14.00
Portobello, Tempura Batter, Yuzu Kosho Aioli, Togarashi

Sashimi

Salmon ShisoUS$14.00
Shiso Vinaigrette, Ponzu, Yuzu Juice, Pickled Wasabi, Crunchy Onions, Sesame Seed
Sailfish SashimiUS$14.00
Ponzu, Yuzu Kosho, Smoked Sea Salt, Micro Greens
Crispy Garlic TunaUS$15.00
Ponzu, Crispy Garlic, Avocado, Furikake, Micro Greens

Nigiri

Salmon NigiriUS$9.00
Ponzu, Lemon Juice, Pickled Wasabi, Truffle Oil, Sesame Seed
Tuna NigiriUS$9.00
White Soy, Wasabi Paste, Smoked Sea Salt
Seared Tuna NigiriUS$10.00
Ponzu, Pickled Wasabi, Crispy Onions
Sailfish NigiriUS$9.00
Ponzu, Lemon Juice, Yuzu Kosho, Smopked Sea Salt
Calamari NigiriUS$9.00
Ponzu, Lemon Juice, Yuzu Kosho, Smoked Sea Salt
Torched Miso EggplantUS$8.00
Eggplant, Soy, Lemon Juice, Miso Glaze, Sesame Seed
Trumpet Mushroom NigiriUS$8.00
Ponzu, Wasabi, Smoked Sea Salt

Hand Cut Rolls

King Mushroom RollUS$16.00
Mushroom, Asparagus, Furikake, Ponzu, Mirco Greens
Rainbow RollUS$20.00
Bell Peppers, Cucumber, Yamagobo, Seaweed Caviar, Ponzu
Philly RollUS$15.00
Salmon, Cream Cheese, Wasabi, Chives, Ponzu, Seaweed Confetti, Micro Greens
Dragon RollUS$18.00
Yamagobo, Avocado, Eggplant, Miso, Sweet Glaze, Ponzu, Furikake
Spicy Tuna Crispy OnionsUS$18.50
Fyshfoods Tuna, Avocado, Ponzu, White Soy, Crispy Onions

Burgers

Shishito BurgerUS$19.00
Impossible, Brioche Bun, Cashew Cheese, Yuzu Kosho, Aioli, Shishito, Shiso Leaf, Maitake
Smash BurgerUS$17.00
Vegan Mayo, Ketchup, Balsamic Glaze, Sweet Pickle, Caramelized Onions, Brioche Bun

Desserts

Miso Brownie BrittleUS$18.00
Cocoa Powder, Maple Syrup, Sweet Potato, Peanut Butter, Brown Sugar, Sesame, Miso Ice Cream, Coconut Milk
The PearlitaUS$17.00
Strawberry Sorbet, Biscuit, Coconut Cream, Blueberry Compote, Pistachio

What 100 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Westside
Innovative
Westside
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kusaki offers a "phenomenal" plant-based dining experience with "innovative" and beautifully presented dishes. The "amazing" vegan omakase and diverse menu delight both vegans and non-vegans. Guests praise the "warm welcoming service" and "engaging" chefs. Despite occasional staffing issues, the restaurant remains a "gem" for its creativity and unforgettable flavors.

100 Reviews

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Jenny
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, excellent service. The flavors are tremendous, the menu is very interesting, innovative, fun and delicious and I love that it is all vegan! Everyone should try this place and support the fabulous Pearl, her talents and her team.
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Samantha
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible vegan sushi experience! Can’t wait to come back here
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Amy
San Francisco
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As longtime vegans, this was our first Omakase experience, and it did not disappoint. The chefs turned everything into art, including the theatre of making of each dish, in front of our eyes. The space is a serene and beautiful backdrop to the beautiful food and attentive service. We live up in the Bay Area, but look forward to coming back here on our next trip to LA!
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Franka
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food is outstanding. It’s beautifully done, and the flavors are incredible. Go!
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David
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 4 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food in a modern Japanese setting. Chef Pearl and team create some of the most amazing flavors we've had in L.A. and am excited to tell more people to come here. We've had their omakase twice, and now the full menu. Don't sleep on the Shishito burger either!
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Lanae
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every last bite was absolutely delicious! Chef Pearl and Chef Pablo are passionate about what they do and you can taste it💕 The restaurant is beautiful. We traveled to try out Kusaki, well worth it, and we will be back.
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Jessica
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I did the omakase experience, which was one of the best meals we have ever had. I am vegan and he is not, so it was the first time we got to experience this together. We were both blown away at how good the food was. Additionally, the service was phenomenal. We hope to be regulars here!
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Mark /Sonia
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. Worth the drive from the east side. We wish this restaurant was closer.
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David
VIP
Los Angeles
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 28 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife is Vegetarian, so I eat mostly vegetarian meals with her. It was a treat to find Kusaki. The food is all plant based, and it was wonderful. It was packed with so much flavor that you don't miss meat. The server was very friendly and helpful. We wish there were more restaurants like this near us because we would go all the time. It was great!
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Rivers Wilder
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My best friend and I ordered the 15 course omakase menu at the bar last night celebrating an anniversary and it was the most FANTASTIC, INDULGENT, GORGEOUS, SPECTACULAR meal of my life. The chefs and owner were so sweet and it was awesome to learn all the work that had gone into the dishes. The dessert (sweet potato brownie with coconut ice cream and miso caramel glaze) would be worth coming in for on it's own. 10/10 stars, give Chef Pearl her Michelin Stars!
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FAQs

Kusaki does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Kusaki also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (424) 398-9178.

Kusaki is rated 4.8 stars by 100 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2535 S Barrington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064-2828

Additional information

Cross Street
Barrington Ave and Gateway Blvd
Area
West Los Angeles
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Japanese, Sushi
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Pearl Steffie
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
https://www.kusakila.com/
Phone number
(424) 398-9178

Kusaki

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Avocado Crispy RiceUS$15.00

SunomonoUS$8.00

Maitake WontonsUS$16.00

Sesame TofuUS$12.00

Fried Green BeansUS$12.00

Portobello FriesUS$14.00

Sashimi

Salmon ShisoUS$14.00

Sailfish SashimiUS$14.00

Crispy Garlic TunaUS$15.00

Nigiri

Salmon NigiriUS$9.00

Tuna NigiriUS$9.00

Seared Tuna NigiriUS$10.00

Sailfish NigiriUS$9.00

Calamari NigiriUS$9.00

Torched Miso EggplantUS$8.00

Trumpet Mushroom NigiriUS$8.00

Hand Cut Rolls

King Mushroom RollUS$16.00

Rainbow RollUS$20.00

Philly RollUS$15.00

Dragon RollUS$18.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy OnionsUS$18.50

Burgers

Shishito BurgerUS$19.00

Smash BurgerUS$17.00

Desserts

Miso Brownie BrittleUS$18.00

The PearlitaUS$17.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Kusaki offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Kusaki restaurant rated?

Is Kusaki currently accepting bookings?

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Order delivery or takeout

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