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Asanebo

11941 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91604-2607 (Universal City Area)
(818) 760-3348
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Ranked #7 of 5,234 restaurants in Los Angeles
Price range: $31 - $40
Cuisines: Sushi, Japanese
Dining options: Reservations
Neighborhood: Universal City Area
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Dining options: Reservations
Neighborhood: Universal City Area
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013 via mobile

Asanebo is a place for daring individuals willing and ready to try dishes out of the box. The fish is very fresh and delicious! I truly enjoyed the experience, although I wouldn't make it a frequent dinner spot because of the prices. It is very pricey! Still, the experience is one of a kind and I can't wait to go... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013 via mobile

My girlfriend and I tried this place on a whim, and it was the best random choice ever made. The sushi was as fresh as can be imagined. The only negatives are the price, portion size, and parking. Besides that, it's the finest sushi you can get.

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Pasadena, California
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Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

Michelin agrees, and has awarded this fantastic restaurant a Michelin star for the past few years. Hidden away in a Studio City strip mall, you can't judge this book by its cover. The freshest, most delicious sushi and sashimi, as well as fantastic cooked dishes, make Asanebo my favorite sushi restaurant in Southern California. My mouth waters in anticipation if... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2012

After going to almost all the big name sushi places in LA and many others abroad nothing quite adds up like Asanebo. The food is simply a notch higher than everywhere else and every time I venture away from this restaurant I'm left feeling disappointed. They somehow manage to stay traditional yet creative without going over the top and the... More

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Porter Ranch, California, United States
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012

Can't believe this place took over my fav place, surgar fish, not too far from this location. I usually HATE ordering omakase or chef's special or what have you. It always ends up with a bad taste in my mouth and regret, even in places like Sushi Nobu in Beverly Hills or Matsuhisa or Spagos! After ordering it, I began... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2012

I just wanted to say real quick that I'm generally quite the food junkie so I go out lots. I do try to watch how and what I eat considering I'm also a fitness junkie. But if there's one thing I can't say no to, its sushi. Just about any time of the day. And I've got to say that... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 5, 2012 via mobile

All white fish and seafood dishes utterly wonderful. Delicious puddings and a great sake list too. A great find - especially as, like many great Japanese restaurants, it has an unprepossessing exterior.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 30, 2012

Asanebo is one of those rare finds one falls in love with. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and provide explanations as needed. The sushi is out of this world. If I lived Los Angeles I'd be an Asanebo regular.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

We went here on a whim after a day of driving around. We waited outside on the benches for about 30 mins, and were then sat at the sushi bar. What a treat. The daily specials (fish I had never heard of) were delectable. The staff is eager to give recommendations "Do you like yellow tail? Then I would recommend..."... More

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San Francisco, California
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

I came here after reading reviews on TripAdvisor and Yelp and I was really happy that I came. I called 3 hours before arriving at the restaurant on a Sunday evening and was able to get a seat. It is located in a small shopping area with about 15 parking spaces. I street-parked about 2 blocks away and walked to... More

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