Los Angeles · Sushi · omakase
https://www.sushinotela.com
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A distinctive Valley omakase destination in Sherman Oaks — chef Kiminobu Saito's Japan-trained sushi paired with one of LA's most ambitious natural wine programs.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Sherman Oaks
- Since
- 2018
- Chef
- Kiminobu Saito
- Owner
- Andy Paxson & Dave Gibbs

Plate № 23
About
Sushi Note opened in Sherman Oaks and quickly became one of the Valley's most talked-about omakase destinations, pairing chef Kiminobu Saito's Japanese sushi technique with a serious natural wine selection curated by non-Japanese owners Andy Paxson and Dave Gibbs. The restaurant offers Half Note ($80) and Full Note ($150–155) omakase menus alongside à la carte options.
Neighborhood & visiting
https://www.sushinotela.com sits in Sherman Oaks, 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 Kiminobu Saito's Japan-trained sushi technique
- One of LA's most distinctive omakase-and-wine concepts
- Half Note ($80) and Full Note ($150+) omakase formats
Chef Saito also leads Sushi Note Omakase Beverly Hills (Rodeo Drive).
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About https://www.sushinotela.com
- Is https://www.sushinotela.com an authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — https://www.sushinotela.com 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 https://www.sushinotela.com located?
- https://www.sushinotela.com is located at https://www.sushinotela.com, Los Angeles, USA in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at https://www.sushinotela.com?
- https://www.sushinotela.com accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at https://www.sushinotela.com?
- https://www.sushinotela.com sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Los Angeles.
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