Leona's

4.7

353 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

The first modern social club in Studio City devoted to community, divine cuisine, and celebration. Featuring high end Japanese cuisine.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
Phone number
(818) 985-9222
Website
http://WWW.LEONASLA.COM/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Catering available from 15 to 300 people - please contact Frank Leon 310 508-4628 for information.<br />from traditional sushi bar to fusion style cuisine - Japanese/European/Peruvian<br />
Private party facilities
Private Rooms up to 150 Seated - 250 cocktails and tapas

Location
11814 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91604
Area
Studio City
Cross Street
2 1/2 Blocks east of Laurel Canyon on the south side of the Blvd.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

EdamameUS$0.00
- Sea saltUS$6.00
- Spicy GarlicUS$9.00
- Truffle ButterUS$10.00
Shishito PeppersUS$11.70
- Sea SaltUS$0.00
- Soy Sauce & BonitoUS$0.00
- Garlic Sweet MisoUS$0.00
Corn TempuraUS$14.04
Flavored with sea salt and tempura sauce.
CroquettesUS$16.38
Blue crab croquettes, , Mizuna in a tartar sauce
Yawarakani OctopusUS$21.06
Tender seaweed salad in a yuzu pepper sauce
Oxtail BaoUS$14.04
shredded oxtail meat, micro celery, misuna, and cilantro
Vegan BaoUS$14.04
Oyster/KakiUS$5.27
Oyster/OSETRA CAVIARUS$16.97
Oyster/UNIUS$14.63
Assorted Tempura PlateUS$23.40
Crispy Rice w/ Spicy TunaUS$14.04
Crispy Rice w/ AvocadoUS$9.36

mini japanese tacos

3 tacos on jicamaUS$23.40
spicy albacoreUS$0.00
pokeUS$0.00
spec of the dayUS$0.00

Soups/Salads

Sunomono SaladUS$7.02
sliced hothouse cucumber, wakame seaweed & sweet vinegar
Leona's SaladUS$16.38
arugula, fennel, fried tofu, sesame seeds & kizami nori
Roasted Beet SaladUS$23.40
with heirloom tomato and burrata cheese
Soft Shell Crab SaladUS$25.74
Sashimi SaladUS$30.42
tuna, salmon, albacore, baby mixed, wakame seaweed
dried miso spinach saladUS$18.72
Miso soupUS$4.68
Spicy seafood misoUS$11.70
Mushroom misoUS$7.02
Kabocha SoupUS$11.70

Hand & Cut Rolls

Blue Crab Cut RollUS$14.04
Blue crab hand rollUS$11.70
Eel Cut RollUS$11.70
Eel hand rollUS$9.36
Portobello Tempura Cut RollUS$8.19
Portobello tempura hand rollUS$5.85
Salmon Skin Cut RollUS$10.53
Salmon skin hand rollUS$8.19
Shrimp Tempura Cut RollUS$14.04
Shrimp tempura hand rollUS$9.36
Spicy Tuna Cut RollUS$10.53
Spicy tuna hand rollUS$8.19
Veggie Cut RollUS$8.19
Veggie hand rollUS$5.85
Sp. Teppan RollUS$29.25
Sp. Spicy Albacore w/crispy garlicUS$26.91
Sp. Crab & CrabUS$26.91
Lobster hand rollUS$24.57
Tuna Hand RollUS$9.36
Tuna Cut RollUS$11.70
Yellowtail Hand rollUS$9.36
Yellowtail Cut RollUS$11.70
Salmon HandrollUS$9.36
Salmon Cut RollUS$11.70
Scallop Hand RollUS$11.70
Scallop Cut RollUS$14.04
Baked snow crab cutUS$17.55
Baked snow crab handUS$17.55

Nigiri

AjiUS$14.04
AlbacoreUS$9.36
Albacore bellyUS$11.70
AnkimoUS$11.70
Bluefin tunaUS$16.38
EngawaUS$14.04
HalibutUS$11.70
IkuraUS$11.70
Japanese amaebiUS$14.04
Amber jackUS$11.70
KinmedaiUS$16.38
NodoguroUS$14.04
OctopusUS$9.36
OnoUS$11.70
Pike fishUS$11.70
SalmonUS$9.36
Salmon bellyUS$11.70
ScallopUS$11.70
Snow crabUS$16.38
Sweet shrimpUS$21.06
TaiUS$11.70
ToroUS$28.08
UnagiUS$11.70
UniUS$27.00
YellowtailUS$9.36
Yellowtail bellyUS$11.70
Shima AjiUS$14.00
TamagoUS$7.02
Uni japanUS$33.00
SabaUS$9.36
SuzukiUS$11.70
MirugaiUS$21.06
Live amaebi 1pcUS$17.55
Skip jackUS$16.38
isakiUS$11.70

Sashimi

Bluefin Tuna SashimiUS$40.95
Halibut Fresh TruffleUS$44.46
Halibut SashimiUS$32.76
Hokkaido Scallps SashimiUS$29.25
Salmon sashimiUS$25.74
albacore sashimi w /crispy onionsUS$28.08
kampachi sashimiUS$32.76
Tai SashimiUS$32.76
Yellowtail jalapenoUS$25.74
suzuki SashimiUS$32.76
Mirugai sashimiUS$56.16
Nodoguro sashimiUS$42.12
Kinmeday sashimiUS$42.12
Toro sashimiUS$70.20
yellowtail sashimiUS$25.74
Skip jack sashimiUS$42.12
Isaki sashimiUS$32.76

Leona's Specialty Rolls

Albacore ceviche rollUS$22.23
Crab n crab rollUS$26.91
Leona's special rollUS$19.89
Scallop rollUS$24.57
Seared salmon rollUS$22.23
Spicy albacore roll crispy garlicUS$24.57
TeppanUS$29.25
Yellowtail cilantro rollUS$22.23
Lobster spec rollUS$29.25
King crab rollUS$29.25
Rollo de media naranjaUS$19.89

Chef's Special

Nippon Chaufa PaellaUS$49.14
Udon Cacio e pepeUS$38.61
Jidori ChickenUS$37.44
Whole Baked BranzinoUS$52.65
Petit Filet MignonUS$64.35
- BlueUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- WellUS$0.00
- CharredUS$0.00
Uni RisottoUS$51.48
40 oz TomahawkUS$163.80
Miso CodUS$40.95
Mussels SakamushiUS$23.40
Maine LobsterUS$140.40
Uni CarbonaraUS$58.50
Lobster SpecialUS$100.00
Fried OysterUS$18.72
prime rib-eye stkUS$64.35
salmon misoUS$44.46
Miso spaghetti with salmonUS$49.14
Miso spaghettiUS$37.44
Uni Sauce w/ Lobster risottoUS$117.00

Omakase

omakase only at sushibarUS$58.50
omakaseUS$140.40

Sides

Side Mashed PotatosUS$4.68
Side RiceUS$4.68
Side Sushi RiceUS$4.68
Side AsparagusUS$4.68
Gift CardUS$0.00
Side of friesUS$11.70

Desserts

Kabocha CheesecakeUS$11.70
Chocolate VolcanoUS$11.70
Banana CongariUS$11.70
Peruvian FlanUS$11.70
Ice Cream ScoopUS$4.68
- Green TeaUS$0.00
- RedbeanUS$0.00
- VanillaUS$0.00
Mochi black sesameUS$3.51
Mochi chest nutUS$3.51
Mochi vanillaUS$3.51
Mochi chocolateUS$3.51
Mochi straberryUS$3.51
Mochi mangoUS$3.51

What 353 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Leona's offers a "beautiful atmosphere" with a vibrant ambiance, making it perfect for date nights and gatherings. Their "exceptional" sushi and creative dishes like oxtail bao and udon carbonara delight diners. Guests praise the attentive service, especially standout servers like Tanya and Chris. Despite occasional noise, this spot remains a "hidden gem" for its fresh flavors and inventive menu.

353 Reviews

C
CATHERINE
VIP
Los Angeles
52 reviews
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Neighborhood gem for more than sushi lovers. For non sushi eaters, try the “pasta” dishes made with udon noodles. Melt in your mouth with fabulous flavor. Add the rib eye for the table and you have a steak house feast. But don’t forget the soft shell crab salad and the special sushi rolls for the rest of us.
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Mike
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing. Very unique and well done. Actually a pretty good value as well.
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Kathleen
VIP
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Corn fritters, miso cod, steak, all wonderful. Great server. Really lovely place to have dinner. Highly recommend
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Faysal
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service! Great vibes! Fresh fish. Feels like a Hollywood place but is a gem in the valley! Great date spot
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Viviana
VIP
Los Angeles
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a welcome surprise, I’ve heard about this restaurant since it opened, but never made it there..It is fabulous. The sushi is creative and delicious, the sashimi fresh with great combination of toppings, and the spinach salad, surprisingly, something else to come back for. Our server, I believe his name is Chris, was amazing, attentive and fun. The atmosphere is fun and they have different rooms with different noise levels, to me that’s important. I only have great things to say about this place. I will be going back!
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Katie
Los Angeles
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So good! Always perfect! We love Leona's!
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Ann
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The freshest sushi! I just love the food here! The decor is really hip but elegant. The lighting is beautiful. Great place for a romantic meal or just to satisfy your sushi craving!
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Max
VIP
Palm Springs
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything is perfect as always. Delicious food, fish with truffles is amazing.
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Cortlandt
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Here’s a polished version of your review: The restaurant offers a wonderful ambiance as you walk in, setting the tone for the evening. Upon arrival, we just missed the hostess and were seated by another staff member. One drawback was the placement of the chef’s specials menu—it was tucked away in hard-to-see areas. To read it, I had to glance awkwardly at another table, as the sign was behind them. Our Meal: •Stuffed Mushrooms: They were okay on their own but tasted much better when dipped in the teriyaki sauce. Cooking them in the sauce might elevate their flavor. •Shishito Peppers: Decent, and I appreciated how quickly they were served. •Bao Oxtail: Absolutely amazing, though I found myself wanting more sauce for added richness. •Nigiri: •Salmon Belly: Fantastic—fresh and flavorful. However, my initial order was incomplete, as I only received one piece instead of the two I ordered. •Wagyu: Incredible. The flavor was rich, and the meat melted in my mouth. I only wish there was more! •Scallops: Simply amazing. We enjoyed them so much that we ordered another round. •Branzino with Asparagus and Mashed Potatoes: Well-seasoned and elevated further with a squeeze of lemon. Service: The waitress was adequate but lacked knowledge of the menu and wasn’t as personable as I had hoped, which detracted slightly from the overall experience. Overall, the restaurant delivered in terms of ambiance and food quality, but minor service issues and menu visibility could be improved.
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Evelyn
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the Server! Made our experience worthwhile! Lovely ambiance
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FAQs

Leona's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (818) 985-9222.

Leona's is rated 4.7 stars by 353 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

11814 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91604

Additional information

Cross Street
2 1/2 Blocks east of Laurel Canyon on the south side of the Blvd.
Area
Studio City
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://WWW.LEONASLA.COM/
Phone number
(818) 985-9222
Catering
Catering available from 15 to 300 people - please contact Frank Leon 310 508-4628 for information.<br />from traditional sushi bar to fusion style cuisine - Japanese/European/Peruvian<br />
Private party facilities
Private Rooms up to 150 Seated - 250 cocktails and tapas

Leona's

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spicy seafood miso

yellowtail sashimi

Salmon sashimi

Small Bites

EdamameUS$0.00

Shishito PeppersUS$11.70

Corn TempuraUS$14.04

CroquettesUS$16.38

Yawarakani OctopusUS$21.06

Oxtail BaoUS$14.04

Vegan BaoUS$14.04

Oyster/KakiUS$5.27

Oyster/OSETRA CAVIARUS$16.97

Oyster/UNIUS$14.63

Assorted Tempura PlateUS$23.40

Crispy Rice w/ Spicy TunaUS$14.04

Crispy Rice w/ AvocadoUS$9.36

mini japanese tacos

3 tacos on jicamaUS$23.40

spicy albacoreUS$0.00

pokeUS$0.00

spec of the dayUS$0.00

Soups/Salads

Sunomono SaladUS$7.02

Leona's SaladUS$16.38

Roasted Beet SaladUS$23.40

Soft Shell Crab SaladUS$25.74

Sashimi SaladUS$30.42

dried miso spinach saladUS$18.72

Miso soupUS$4.68

Spicy seafood misoUS$11.70

Mushroom misoUS$7.02

Kabocha SoupUS$11.70

Hand & Cut Rolls

Blue Crab Cut RollUS$14.04

Blue crab hand rollUS$11.70

Eel Cut RollUS$11.70

Eel hand rollUS$9.36

Portobello Tempura Cut RollUS$8.19

Portobello tempura hand rollUS$5.85

Salmon Skin Cut RollUS$10.53

Salmon skin hand rollUS$8.19

Shrimp Tempura Cut RollUS$14.04

Shrimp tempura hand rollUS$9.36

Spicy Tuna Cut RollUS$10.53

Spicy tuna hand rollUS$8.19

Veggie Cut RollUS$8.19

Veggie hand rollUS$5.85

Sp. Teppan RollUS$29.25

Sp. Spicy Albacore w/crispy garlicUS$26.91

Sp. Crab & CrabUS$26.91

Lobster hand rollUS$24.57

Tuna Hand RollUS$9.36

Tuna Cut RollUS$11.70

Yellowtail Hand rollUS$9.36

Yellowtail Cut RollUS$11.70

Salmon HandrollUS$9.36

Salmon Cut RollUS$11.70

Scallop Hand RollUS$11.70

Scallop Cut RollUS$14.04

Baked snow crab cutUS$17.55

Baked snow crab handUS$17.55

Nigiri

AjiUS$14.04

AlbacoreUS$9.36

Albacore bellyUS$11.70

AnkimoUS$11.70

Bluefin tunaUS$16.38

EngawaUS$14.04

HalibutUS$11.70

IkuraUS$11.70

Japanese amaebiUS$14.04

Amber jackUS$11.70

KinmedaiUS$16.38

NodoguroUS$14.04

OctopusUS$9.36