Kusaki

4.6

107 Reviews

$31 to $50

Vegetarian / Vegan

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

About this restaurant

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
Neighborhood
West Los Angeles
Cross street
Barrington Ave and Gateway Blvd
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Sashimi

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

Nigiri

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

Hand Cut Rolls

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

Burgers

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

Desserts

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

What 107 people are saying

Kusaki reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.1Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kusaki offers an "incredible vegan sushi experience" with a "10-course Omakase that is divine." Renowned Chef Pearl Steffie crafts "amazing flavors" in a "modern Japanese setting." Guests rave about the "mind-blowing" steak skewers and "innovative" menu. Although the wait can be longer, it's "worth the wait" for the "exceptional" dishes.

107 Reviews

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Luis
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An incredibly unforgettable night of absolutely amazing flavors, color and texture in every bite. Chef Pearl Steffie once again didn’t disappoint as the 10-Course Omakase was Devine.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on March 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious, innovative, and fun! Great ambience, with friendly and attentive staff. I’d visit every weekend if I could.
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Trina VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
What a special experience - eat fish we ordered was delicious, the chunk steak skewers were our favorite. They were truly mindblowing and even my non-vegan partner was thoroughly impressed! The staff was so friendly and the space mirrored that of an extremely expensive sushi restaurant even though everything was reasonably priced. Because they take such great care, the wait time for the food was a bit longer than expected but it was worth the wait. The beer is always exceptional here too!
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Luis
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Pearl Steffie’s KUSAKI did not disappoint as the meal experience was outstanding. It was so impressive that I ordered the vegan steak entree not once, but twice. Highly recommend this restaurant for anyone to enjoy, plant-based or otherwise. 5 Stars.
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Kaitlyn
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I trued the 10 course omakase by the bar. It's amazing! Everything tastes good. The nigiri are like real fish. They had one dish that is "ribeye" which is very juicy. I like the silken tofu, avocado crispy rice, tuna roll, and crispy eggplant the most. The desert is a perfect ending. It seems like they make all the food in house. I don't know how they make it but definitely admire their creativity. Sake and Pinot noir is fantastic if you drink alcohol.
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Parrisa VIP
San Francisco2 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I usually love Kusaki and was so sad when they were closing, but we went recently for a pop-up event and the quality and service had significantly changed. It’s still one of my favorite restaurants and I hope they are able to make a comeback!
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Gerald
Los Angeles1 review
4.0
Dined on December 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Great food. Reasonable prices, Very noisy. No parking!
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Jenny
San Francisco8 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 12, 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
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 24, 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 Francisco16 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 22, 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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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 4.6 stars by 107 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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

Additional information

Cross street
Barrington Ave and Gateway Blvd
Neighborhood
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
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Kusaki

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Additional information

Appetizers

Avocado Crispy Rice$15.00

Sunomono$8.00

Maitake Wontons$16.00

Sesame Tofu$12.00

Fried Green Beans$12.00

Portobello Fries$14.00

Sashimi

Salmon Shiso$14.00

Sailfish Sashimi$14.00

Crispy Garlic Tuna$15.00

Nigiri

Salmon Nigiri$9.00

Tuna Nigiri$9.00

Seared Tuna Nigiri$10.00

Sailfish Nigiri$9.00

Calamari Nigiri$9.00

Torched Miso Eggplant$8.00

Trumpet Mushroom Nigiri$8.00

Hand Cut Rolls

King Mushroom Roll$16.00

Rainbow Roll$20.00

Philly Roll$15.00

Dragon Roll$18.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy Onions$18.50

Burgers

Shishito Burger$19.00

Smash Burger$17.00

Desserts

Miso Brownie Brittle$18.00

The Pearlita$17.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Kusaki offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Kusaki restaurant rated?

Permanently Closed

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