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Sherman Oaks - Kinza Sushi Japanese restaurant
7.1

Kinza Sushi Japanese

  • Sherman Oaks
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Sushi paradise, can't eat a lot

Kinza's sushi, specifically the Yellowtail, offers a fresh and flavorful experience. The Green Tea Tempura Ice Cream and the Kinza Special Roll are also noteworthy, offering unique and divine tastes. Variety and value are appreciated, but be warned, the portion sizes might leave you wanting.

  • Great Quality

    Sushi always fresh, high-quality, with perfect cuts and great sourcing.

  • Portions

    Some reviews noted smaller than preferred portion sizes but good fish.

Top 3 dishes at Kinza Sushi Japanese

  1. 1

    Yellowtail Sushi 🏆

    Yellowtail sushi praised for its freshness and superb flavors.

    Yellowtail Sushi dish
  2. 2

    Shrimp Tempura

    Delicious, super delicious shrimp, perfectly crispy with melt-away tenderness.

    Shrimp Tempura dish
  3. 3

    50/50 Hand Roll

    Spicy and delicious, personal favorite, off the charts, incredible.

    50/50 Hand Roll dish

Vibe: Dim lights, dull atmosphere

Kinza's ambiance, created by a dark interior and minimal staff, felt less like a vibrant sushi restaurant and more like an uncomfortable echo chamber. The 'buzz' from Kinza’s crowd was vibrant, able to secure a seat even when packed.

  • Great Buzz

    Vibrant atmosphere, even when packed, always a seat available.

  • Aesthetic

    Dark interior and minimal staff present create an uncomfortable dining environment.

Perks: Decent parking, varied service

Kinza's perks are balanced as a pendulum. Securing a parking spot and making reservations are a breeze, even for large groups. You won't be rushing to sit in the average outdoor patio, and the service, varying from slow to praiseworthy, adds to the 'meh' vibe you get.

  • Great for Groups

    Spacious seating efficiently accommodates large parties with great service.

  • Okay Service

    Service varies; sometimes slow but staff often praised, creating balance.