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Kurisaki
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Chef Haruo Kurisaki's premium sushi counter in Redondo Beach — nineteen years at Matsuhisa/Nobu before opening his own South Bay omakase, praised as Michelin-level dining.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Redondo Beach
- Since
- 2015
- Chef
- Haruo Kurisaki

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About
Kurisaki opened in 2015 under chef-owner Haruo Kurisaki, who trained for nineteen years at the Matsuhisa/Nobu empire before establishing his own restaurant. The menu features Santa Barbara sweet shrimp, toro, barracuda, and monkfish alongside a thoughtful sake selection.
Neighborhood & visiting
Kurisaki sits in Redondo Beach, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Chef Haruo Kurisaki: 19 years at Matsuhisa/Nobu empire
- Reddit FoodLA: 'Michelin-style sushi in South Bay'
- Santa Barbara sweet shrimp, toro, barracuda, monkfish
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About Kurisaki
- Is Kurisaki an authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Kurisaki 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 Kurisaki located?
- Kurisaki is located at 1414 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277, Los Angeles, USA in the Redondo Beach neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Kurisaki?
- Kurisaki does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Kurisaki?
- Kurisaki sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Los Angeles.
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