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Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe
SushiSushiOmakaseNewport CoastChef AbeCrystal Cove
Chef Takashi Abe's innovative Japanese sushi restaurant at Crystal Cove Promenade in Newport Coast — the mentor who trained Hana Re's Michelin-starred chef Atsushi Yokoyama.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Newport Coast
- Since
- 2005
- Chef
- Takashi Abe
- Owner
- Takashi Abe & Ted Lee
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About
Bluefin by Abe opened in 2005 at Crystal Cove Promenade in Newport Coast under chef Takashi Abe. Abe, a critically acclaimed Japanese-trained chef, developed a reputation for creative Japanese cuisine that inspired the next generation of OC sushi talent — most notably Hana Re's chef Atsushi Yokoyama, who trained under Abe.
Neighborhood & visiting
Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe sits in Newport Coast, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Chef Takashi Abe: mentor to Michelin-starred chef Atsushi Yokoyama (Hana Re)
- Crystal Cove Promenade location with Pacific views
- Innovative Japanese sushi with à la carte and omakase options
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Frequently asked
About Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe
- Is Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe an authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe located?
- Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe is located at 7952 E. Pacific Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92657, Los Angeles, USA in the Newport Coast neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe?
- Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe?
- Bluefin Japanese Restaurant by Abe sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Los Angeles.
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