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Makoto Sushi in Encino

4.5 (142) 17920 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316, United States

Categories

Sushi restaurant
Sushi takeaway

Location on the map

Encino, Los Angeles County, California, US

Phone: +1 818-708-7065
Site: https://makotosushila.com/

Opening hours

Monday:3–11 PM
Tuesday:3–11 PM
Wednesday:3–11 PM
Thursday:3–11 PM
Friday:3–11 PM
Saturday:3–11 PM
Sunday:Closed

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Total reviews rating 4.5

142 Reviews for Makoto Sushi 2024:

Review №1

2021-07-11 16:11:14

Amazing sushi. The best in the area and definitely one of the best I have had in Los Angeles. Had a to-go order a couple days back and have to say that it was absolutely delicious. The fish is as fresh as it gets. My favorite was the red snapper sashimi. That has an explosion of taste. Avocado rolls are very good as well. Overall, strong 5/5 for taste and quality.

Review №2

2023-10-01 06:46:35

Best tempura in LA! We drive 30 min to get here. Great staff and people are have ok ng do much fun in this place. Great 80s rock music - Feels like Im in the movie St Elmos Fire.

Review №3

2023-08-05 11:11:23

We stop here every week for our sushi fix. The waitresses are always friendly. Depending on what you order your wait times are different but rest assured food taste presentation and quality is always on pointe! Pendejo el cabron 204 911 are my favorite. Im going keep trying more each week. Menu is extensive!!

Review №4

2023-09-25 03:20:55

Me and my husband really enjoy this restaurant. It was one of the first places he wanted to eat when he was cleared to do so after leaving the hospital. We go quite often.

Review №5

2018-11-04 17:42:01

Came here for the first time. I ordered Salmon sushi (nigri) and the quality of the fish was okay. Nothing special. The price for the two pieces was almost $6 which I think its a bit expensive for this place and location. I also ordered the Casanova cut roll which was seared salmon, tempura eggplant, rice, crab, cilantro, small piece of garlic on top and chilli sauce all over. I wish the menu would have mentioned how spicy it was but it didnt so I was a bit surprised. Why I still gave it four stars is because they have really good customer service. If they could improve the quality of the fish this place would be 5 stars.

Review №6

2023-09-21 05:51:40

I got to the restaurant at 10:46. People are inside, not that busy. The lady said its closed already. Even that online and on their door says 11 oclock. I ask why it says 11 PM. She said the kitchen close at 10:45. Which doesnt make sense. I was 1 minute after 10:45.

Review №7

2023-05-05 04:34:22

The reviews on this place can’t be right. I went here for the first time a few weeks ago and felt really let down. It was really expensive when you consider the atmosphere. Portions were pretty small for the prices. Service was fast although they did forget part of our order. It would behoove them to give the place a good cleaning…

Review №8

2022-11-13 04:37:12

Always love this place gives me NYC vibes all the time.Cozy and always great service.Food is always great.

Review №9

2018-02-18 05:58:20

I had best sushi-eating experience here in the Valley so far. Sushi itself is great, also service provided by Thai, which is very neat and considerate. Very cozy spot, making me thinking of the real sushi places in Japan, usually small and cozy, owned by family business. I recommend this place! Five stars, period.

Review №10

2023-07-10 23:03:40

Hands down best sushi place. The fish is always fresh. High quality. Great service and food.

Review №11

2017-04-22 03:15:41

2nd visit.Kai was or sushi chef and he was wonderful ! Our dishes were delightful and exciting ! Service was impeccable.

Review №12

2023-09-23 19:43:49

Blatant Discrimination, judge book by its cover thing going on here. The manager was requested and the host/doorman refused the request due to discrimination.

Review №13

2023-09-26 09:49:49

We all saw the social experiment video of where your doorman refuse to let what appeared to be the homeless guy into your restaurant. Shame on you

Review №14

2020-10-03 03:24:10

Its delicious, our favorite place to go eat sushi. But my ultimate favorite is the Habani 😍 I just 💘 love love it. When you come here try it. Just plain delicious 😋

Review №15

2020-12-16 01:01:46

They offer sushi pretty late. I did not like the baked salmon though. It was prepared differently than what Im used to. It was alright.

Review №16

2018-04-13 15:29:56

I have been going here for 10+ years, and considering that Im not even 30 years old yet, that should speak volumes about Makotos! From every special occasion Ive had in my life, from anniversaries and birthdays, to promotions and date nights; if my husband and I want to celebrate, we always unanimously want to go see Rin, the head chef, at Makotos! We love this spot!! Thank you all for your hard work at making Makotos so great, and we appreciate how its always done with a smile!! I will always share every life moment I have, there, at the sushi bar! 💞🥗🍣🍚🍜🍙🍘🍱🍤

Review №17

2023-08-19 03:31:27

Real good sushi. Easy parking in the back. Friendly staff.

Review №18

2023-09-17 20:17:36

Saw a video of their employee denying a black “ homeless looking” man entrance to the restaurant based on how he looked. Disgusting.

Review №19

2023-01-27 20:46:48

We love coming here, but last night we ordered a sushi roll that was supposed to have King Crab, and it was $23+ for that roll and there was not really any crab in it. So disappointed at the results :(

Review №20

2022-11-01 01:43:46

Always fresh and very consistent. Have never been once disappointed in my multiple years of ordering. One of the lowkey best sushi spots in LA.

Review №21

2021-05-22 06:36:48

I love this place. Every single person who works here is so kind and the food is so good. If you’re the type who loves to go to nice restaurants, and you love great service, they have the the sweetest waitstaff... I swear... incredible tasting food, and if you appreciate reasonable prices for.... amazing sushi, try it. You will thank me. And them. God Bless 🙏🏻

Review №22

2018-12-26 00:26:44

#makotoventura love the food and the restaurant had a very cozy comfortable environment. Can’t wait to go back an try Mooooore

Review №23

2022-11-13 22:40:42

Food is delicious, the inside isnt a high end setting, when you walk in from the way it looks youd think the food isnt that great, but looks are deceiving. The food is AMAZING!!! Definitely going back again.

Review №24

2023-04-02 01:38:27

Really great sushi at a reasonable price. Nice dinner combinations I especially loved the green mussels.

Review №25

2022-12-19 04:31:10

Food was great. Service was great. Atmosphere: a little too small for comfort, over decorated, makes the place feel clustered.

Review №26

2022-07-29 05:15:23

Amazing staff and superior quality sushi. The owner, Rin, is one of the nicest men I’ve ever met. Definitely top 3 sushi places in the entire valley.

Review №27

2022-08-24 03:21:37

The food was decent enough, but it took 45 minutes to make two dishes and the portions were extremely tiny for being kind of pricey. I could get 4 times as much food at a comparable Japanese restaurant for the amount they charge.

Review №28

2021-10-23 02:50:05

We had a Dynamite appetizer, a BLCR roll, a 420 roll, and the Chicken Teriyaki Dinner, that came with rice, salad, miso, and a side of garlic noodles. It was absolutely delicious, every bite was divine. We both left more than satisfied with our meal. My only warning is to either make sure you have patience or get there early, because theyre very popular and get busy around 7pm.

Review №29

2016-11-20 18:50:05

Service? Phenomenal. Atmosphere? Think the painting Nighthawks but in a Japanese setting. Sushi? Absolutely perfect. The spicy tuna roll was the best Ive ever had. Its pretty mid range to expensive in price so its easy to spend a lot because its so good, but its worth it. 5/5 great sushi. AND we went in at 8:00 on a Saturday and didnt have to wait.

Review №30

2018-01-08 08:55:57

My husband and I used to come here at least once a week. Everything is very tasty and most of the staff is super nice. We don’t go there as much lately since their albacore is too stringy and not as fresh as their other options. Still love going there tho just get their 4-20, spicy tuna hand rolls and the white ninja is amazing

Review №31

2020-03-06 07:25:05

Amazing crunch roll. Best sushi in southern California and open late.

Review №32

2021-05-12 05:42:01

Food is decent but it was clear they werent ready for the allowed increased capacity. Only saw 2 servers and 2 sushi chefs but they were seating every table. Today I ordered simple dishes for take out, salmon sushi, ikura and spicy tuna. When I called I was told 20-25 min. I came after 20min and was told another 15min. 10min sitting there waiting and they still havent started my order as I overheard the waitress asking the chefs. Then waited 14min more. People kept coming in and werent being seated. Tables werent being cleared. No sign in sheet. A customer had to ask to sign his name and the waitress just pulled out a menu for him to sign on the back. All in all I placed my order at 6:56pm and didnt get it until 7:40. I still tipped over 20%... oh and they didnt even pack me any soy sauce on top of allDont seat customers at full capacity when you dont have the staff to cover them all. Theres a reason restaurants close off sections when they dont have the staff for it. The wait staff gets overworked and customers get subpar service.

Review №33

2020-12-13 04:25:09

We were in town working, staying in Encino and during Covid we struggled to decide where to order from to eat at home ( air bnb ) we craved sushi and decided to try out this place. Let’s just say during our 8 day shoot we decided to get take out from here 4 times.Great fresh fish and the Spanish mackerel was amazing.

Review №34

2022-01-10 00:28:01

Prices were good. Specialty rolls were creative enough (I ordered the El Cabron roll, which was great). The sashimi and tempura appetizers were quite good as well.

Review №35

2022-09-18 05:56:48

420 roll- long time favorite! Yellow tail sashimi - delicious! The best tempura, great service

Review №36

2019-11-06 06:14:27

I was there last week and I had a terrible experience with the server. One of their female waitress looks like in her 40s with dark skin was extremely rude. When she puts down a plate of spicy tuna I made a joke asking her why is it so small? Her respond was the owner is stingy My family and I was surprise what her answer.We also noticed the look of her face that she doesnt seem to be happy and when she serveus again. My brother asked her is she all right? And she told him that shes not happy working here because the owner doesnt treat her fairly and told us that she wouldnt eat here after seeing how things are. After her two negative answers we decided to just not talk to her anymore.I honestly feel like this waitress needs to be fired because she is very rude and unprofessional and most importantly she isnt showing the appreciation of having a job especially her English isnt good at all.

Review №37

2019-07-22 01:06:49

I LOVE THIS PLACE. the service and the love that the workers put in really reflects on the food and the experience at the restaurant. Because of the fact that it is a family place the food is phenomenal. I really really love coming here almost every weekend. Enjoy :)))

Review №38

2021-09-19 22:06:07

Fridsy night dinner was a delight-1st time @ makoto but not the last time-generous with ginger (I eat bowls worth of that stuff) and the tempura&sushi/sashimi combo was an absolute steal and delish too-20 bones for loads of grub-)

Review №39

2019-05-13 17:41:13

Found this place on a whim in Encino when looking for a place to eat sushi late (they are open until midnight.) The sushi was fresh and very good. I truly enjoyed the dishes we got and the price was good for what we ordered. I personally preferred this over Katsuya in Encino. Its a cute little spot which you would pass by, but you shouldnt :)

Review №40

2020-07-27 18:32:34

I was introduced to Makotos through a family thats been going here for years. I had my own sushi place that I frequented but now its been over 3 years since converting and their amazing hospitality combined with great food has made it difficult to go anywhere else.The only thing thats changed is that now Ive married into the family who introduced me to this place. After eating such delicious sushi, how could I not!

Review №41

2018-08-31 04:54:49

Ive been coming here with my family since i was a kid and one thing i can say is the staff has stayed welcoming and cheerful. And the food always has the extra touch of ingredients that makes them stand apart. Unlike other restaurants that give you the basic to save a couple pennies. And this makes a difference for me. If im paying money for food i want the whole thing. Also heads up. Get the tempura icecream its absolutely mind blowing.

Review №42

2022-06-26 05:53:05

You have to eat it. its delicious Bluefin Tuna

Review №43

2022-10-28 11:12:44

Bomb we ordered the spicy Chili jalapeño and it hit all my taste buds with satisfying results and the the service was phenomenal

Review №44

2021-10-27 02:35:04

Delicious sushi. First time here. I will be back. 😁🥰😋🍣

Review №45

2021-12-05 15:48:09

Ordered 1 roll and waited over 45 minutes. Never received the order. Ended up paying for the drinks and leaving. Service was friendly at least. Will never go back though. I used to frequent this spot…sad

Review №46

2019-04-13 03:31:34

Excellent. Fun atmosphere. Really nice people and really step it up for their regulars. Lots of great rolls. Quick orders. There is a reason its so highly rated

Review №47

2018-06-08 06:53:14

Its my first time at Makoto and I do believe it wont be the last. Cozy place and friendly atmosphere. I immediately felt welcome, Sandy made sure of that as I walked in. I sat at the bar and was in the mood for some of the classics. So nothing daring tonight. Cali roll, soft shell crab roll and tuna roll. Eddie was my sushi chef, he was attentive and friendly. All in all this place is an A+. As the Governator says........ Ill be baack!

Review №48

2020-03-25 20:42:29

One of my top spots for sushi. The service was very helpful and welcoming. Prices were good for how much you get. 5 stars

Review №49

2023-01-07 03:32:11

Wonderful dinner experience💯

Review №50

2017-04-18 15:48:30

Its like a diner in Japan and the sushi is fantastic and they are open late!! I took my wife here on our anniversary because it was the only place still open at 11pm. We were so surprised how much we loved it. Ordered omakase and would do it again.

Review №51

2023-04-01 06:58:47

Long wait to get table. Small size salmon teriyaki but still get soup and salad

Review №52

2021-08-24 22:38:36

This place? DELICIOUS good sushi, cooked (as I like to call it Mexican sushi, shut up I’m Mexican I can say that) spicy and very delicious, beer great, service… the best, this place deserves more starts, ok bye

Review №53

2020-08-11 06:07:09

Hasnt been in quite some time period got a request to bring home a little sushi makoto is close by. Even when its just take out always great quality very fresh and flavorful.

Review №54

2021-12-09 06:29:45

Been going here for years. never been disappointed. a hidden gem in encino. if u want high quality sushi, this is the place.

Review №55

2023-08-11 11:51:03

Our favorite sushi place and it is always delicious.

Review №56

2023-08-20 18:29:53

Our favorite sushi place!

Review №57

2022-08-05 16:00:34

Very good sushi place and prices are good. I was skeptical in the beginning but the sushi is very good.

Review №58

2021-12-27 23:26:38

This place always serves up great food. Long standing as my favorite sushi spot.

Review №59

2019-06-20 21:48:40

Sushi was delicious prices for quite reasonable. staff was more interested in watching the NBA finals game than taking care of us.

Review №60

2022-01-26 04:09:03

Absolutely love this place. The service is amazing and the food is to die for. Definitely a huge 10/10 for me

Review №61

2018-05-30 07:17:36

Sure it’s open late, but the price you pay and the quality you receive is far from worth it. The sushi chef was skilled, if the ingredients were of higher quality this place could be great.

Review №62

2021-05-27 04:22:13

We Ordered Maguro Tataki, Yellowtail Collar, Dragon roll and Blcr. Everything was delicious and service was great. Definitely going again soon!

Review №63

2017-01-29 08:52:04

Will not visit again. Only thing that is OK is sushi...... Tried their roll, baked appetizers, fried food, all very disappointing. Considering its one of the few restaurant that opens until midnight, I can tell why there are always people in that restaurant.

Review №64

2016-03-29 07:09:57

Came in because it was close by and everything else was closed. Ended up loving the food and staff! New go to place whenever Im in need of sushi! Definately recommend!

Review №65

2020-01-17 16:49:47

Really chill place to end the evening with a loved one of friends or even just an evening alone. Employees are soooo nice! Accomadating to you. Its a really chill place to hang.

Review №66

2021-07-22 03:11:54

Ownership is AMAZING! Service is wonderful! Food is fresh and well prepared, even for takeout.

Review №67

2019-06-06 06:17:02

Weve tried the salmon Roll (baked and raw) both are really good, also the one with lobster, and Asahi beer 👌😏 everything was good and the staff is really friendly

Review №68

2021-04-14 06:35:50

For the 1st time in my life I was charged for asking sauce. They are so cheap to ask you to pay for spicy mayo sauce .

Review №69

2020-10-10 06:41:31

Delish!!! 👍 truth be told Im not big a sushi fan but everything I tried was sooo good I recommend the the pendejo... And if youre latino...Im not kidding...yes thats what is called!

Review №70

2022-08-22 00:02:27

Very delicious food. Excellent place!Recommended!

Review №71

2017-12-30 16:10:41

One of the best Sushi spots Ive been in. It was so fresh. And, service was amazing.

Review №72

2017-10-15 01:58:03

Always feels like you have a personal chef recommending new experiences. Sushi is fresh and chefs are very helpful.

Review №73

2019-05-30 16:21:41

Our Sushi place to go to. Chef is great.our favorites are yellowtail carpaccio, fresh lobster meat hand roll.

Review №74

2023-12-02 09:39:30

This place is incredible

Review №75

2019-12-04 06:55:19

One of the best sushi places in SFV! They also have great vegetarian options!

Review №76

2016-07-27 16:03:41

Amazing sushi! Open late, midnight m-sa. Great service! My favorite sushi place in LA

Review №77

2017-12-02 03:41:50

Friendly Sushi chef (Rin) & price is GoodBeen there for over 10 yearswe like so much

Review №78

2023-02-06 20:19:58

Decent food, not my place.

Review №79

2017-04-09 04:16:42

Attentive service and quality food. Try the yellowtail collar. Oysters also are good. My favorite is the yellowtail carpaccio.

Review №80

2015-11-18 08:28:52

Visiting from London and was recommended this place. Without a doubt the best sushi place Ive eaten at...!!

Review №81

2019-12-10 11:26:15

I really liked their sushi. Theyre also open late. +

Review №82

2021-10-24 02:33:01

Hole in a wall but really good food! Highly recommend.

Review №83

2019-11-24 03:34:55

Very fresh yellowtail sashimi! Great service sitting at the sushi bar.

Review №84

2014-03-20 19:37:09

Great Sushi, some of the very best Ive tasted ever! I will go back for sure.

Review №85

2018-04-30 05:45:16

This was a very pleasant surprise. Good food, good service, fair price.

Review №86

2017-12-24 17:35:06

One of my favorite casual sushi spots! Grreen mussels are to die for... Yum!

Review №87

2019-01-06 18:38:31

Was pretty good actually and Im not a big fan of sushi

Review №88

2021-07-10 18:15:44

Family place. Sandy is amazing! Best sushi!

Review №89

2021-04-30 03:37:45

Amazing hospitality food ooofff i well.100% recommend

Review №90

2021-02-15 01:52:18

All ok, but sushi are at least twice smaller than at other places.

Review №91

2017-12-01 01:22:09

Undeniable quality!! Absolutely delicious. Our new spot in town!

Review №92

2020-09-23 02:06:04

Great service, food preparation. Reasonable priced.

Review №93

2021-03-02 06:59:09

Fresh sushi and fair prices, i love coming here

Review №94

2023-05-23 03:18:24

This place never disappoints.

Review №95

2021-05-19 03:28:35

Always the best and fresh sushi in the valley!

Review №96

2021-04-29 16:04:45

Great Sushi! Gotta check out the Pendejo roll !

Review №97

2018-10-15 02:14:56

Great sushi, everything tasted great,very fresh

Review №98

2021-06-07 04:25:56

Ask for Sandy ! Best service Ive had at a sushi restaurant

Review №99

2020-03-02 21:23:03

Great spot for food! A little expensive but worth it!

Review №100

2017-07-25 19:35:30

Great food a nice place fresh and clean.

Review №101

2022-05-15 03:40:35

Food was delish !!! Service excellent!

Review №102

2019-06-24 21:41:28

Love this place. Been coming here for 20 years now.

Review №103

2012-11-17 03:32:34

Some of the very best sushi in L.A. - traditional sushi.

Review №104

2020-07-24 03:34:37

Excellent food and very friendly service!

Review №105

2017-12-14 08:37:47

Great food, always fresh, open late

Review №106

2023-02-03 05:39:35

Good qualitysake and sushi

Review №107

2023-02-03 06:22:22

Wonderful neighborhood gem.

Review №108

2019-06-14 22:17:48

Yeah I come back here even thought its far away from where I live now.

Review №109

2019-05-25 22:19:31

Love it because they are open late.

Review №110

2014-07-23 06:47:06

Super friendly and the food was fantastic!

Review №111

2019-04-02 00:06:48

One of my best place all the time

Review №112

2019-03-15 21:05:15

I did take out and it was fast

Review №113

2019-12-17 13:27:40

Great neighborhood date night spot.

Review №114

2019-02-21 03:03:52

Always delicious. So fresh!!

Review №115

2017-10-27 16:49:15

Best sushi Ive had.

Review №116

2015-12-01 08:00:51

Amazing food and amazing chef (sushi master)

Review №117

2017-12-13 23:05:36

Great sushi restaurant that open late evenings

Review №118

2022-04-05 06:33:54

Best Sushi truly, ever.

Review №119

2020-10-04 01:23:21

Best sushi in LA.

Review №120

2020-01-16 16:33:08

Good sushi and great sushi chef

Review №121

2022-05-20 06:55:27

This place sucks. Period.

Review №122

2019-12-23 20:11:13

Great food love it

Review №123

2017-12-26 22:21:20

Favorite Sushi Spot in the Valley

Review №124

2022-06-15 23:38:28

Best sushi here

Review №125

2020-11-05 05:44:11

Best sushi restaurant in the valley

Review №126

2021-11-04 05:21:18

Spectacular!!!

Review №127

2018-03-19 00:48:28

Amazing albacore must eat

Review №128

2019-07-11 16:42:09

Bangin

Review №129

2020-11-05 05:39:15

This is good sushi 😩😩😩😩😜🤤🤤🤤🥶😈😈😈😈😝😝😝😍😍🥴🥴👺

Review №130

2019-05-11 04:44:45

First time not last time

Review №131

2021-10-02 02:44:34

Love this place!!

Review №132

2019-01-04 07:08:28

Very very very good 💖

Review №133

2019-08-17 04:10:27

Delicious

Review №134

2019-06-13 05:15:38

Cozy

Review №135

2018-09-18 14:02:05

Amazing

Review №136

2018-03-13 03:58:18

Really good sushi

Review №137

2019-08-22 05:07:57

Best Suchi

Review №138

2017-11-24 18:43:19

Friendly staff

Review №139

2017-06-20 02:22:21

Great sushi!

Review №140

2018-02-21 07:44:19

Delicious!

Review №141

2021-06-18 21:17:20

High quality homemade food and excellent and friendly service!

Review №142

2020-03-18 18:52:45

Very good