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Tenno Sushi
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A Little Tokyo sushi counter serving the Central Avenue community since 1984, known for unpretentious traditional sushi at neighborhood prices.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Little Tokyo
- Since
- 1984
Plate № 01
About
Tenno Sushi has operated on South Central Avenue in Little Tokyo since 1984 or 1985, serving one of the longest continuous sushi traditions in the district. The restaurant maintains the neighborhood-counter format that characterized Little Tokyo dining in its formative years, with daily fresh fish at accessible price points.
Neighborhood & visiting
Tenno Sushi sits in Little Tokyo, 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
- Little Tokyo sushi counter since 1984
- Traditional neighborhood-counter format; accessible pricing
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Frequently asked
About Tenno Sushi
- Is Tenno Sushi an authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Tenno Sushi 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 Tenno Sushi located?
- Tenno Sushi is located at 207 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (,), Los Angeles, USA in the Little Tokyo neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Tenno Sushi?
- Tenno Sushi accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Tenno Sushi?
- Tenno Sushi sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Los Angeles.
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