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Hamakaze Sushi Izakaya
- Culver City
- $$
Casual
- Food
- great
- Vibe
- great
- Perks
- great
Food: Fractions of satisfaction
Although the Sushi Salmon at Hamakaze Sushi Izakaya is buttery and melt-in-your-mouth, the overall taste of the dishes leaves a bland aftertaste, counterbalancing the restaurant's very creative menu offerings. The Rainbow Roll and Shrimp-and-Scallop Dumplings are a delight, but small portions can lead to disappointment despite the reasonable pricing and extensive menu diversity.
Very Creative
Original, creative culinary approaches with unique, unconventional menu items.
Okay Variety
Menu offers both extensive choices and limited ones; somewhat hit or miss.
Small Portions
Portions described as small or tiny, disappointing some customers.
Top 3 dishes at Hamakaze Sushi Izakaya
- 1
Sushi Salmon 🏆
Buttery, melt-in-mouth quality often highlighted as the best ever.
- 2
Rainbow Roll
Made with blue crab, fresh, delicious, and considered phenomenal.
- 3
Scallops in Ponzu Sauce
Ponzu sauce is so delicious, it elevates the scallops to perfection.
Vibe: Unpredictably stable vibes
The ambiance at Hamakaze is a bit of a coin toss, it could be trendy or trying too hard, depending on your perspective. Their impressive music selection does bring some relief to the disconnected decor and adds a relaxed touch to the dining experience. While considered suitable for dates, the selection of drinks is at best, average and lack of trendiness is clearly reflected.
Great For Dates
Intimate and romantic atmosphere, ideal for dates, with consistent praise.
Okay Drinks
Happy hour provides value but drink selection on menu is limited.
Bad Buzz
Place needs revamp of ingredients and styling, feels not trendy.
Perks: Silent perks amid noise
Parking can play a game of hide-and-seek at times, but, the ambiance enhanced by the music is reliably conducive to conversation creating a quiet, intimate, and relaxing space. Reserved seats could be tough to secure, and groups often find comfort elusive. Despite this, service is commendable, with friendly staff and good speed. Dietary accommodations are considered, but beware of disruption from kids.
Easy To Hear
Right volume music, conducive to conversation, quiet, intimate, relaxing.
Okay Service
Service fluctuates with crowding; usually friendly but can be slow.
Bad For Groups
Small size issues; struggles to fit large groups comfortably.