Sushi 101

Fresh fish and delicious mochi. But what steals the show is the welcoming staff that just makes ya feel all warm and fuzzy. Where else can you find a beer for $4 in LA? 5 stars for that alone.

I once asked a Japanese friend at the gym which sushi place he would recommend, so we've been going to 101 for 20 years since. So if you like "Un-slick" and cheaper by a lot in an ugly strip mall…. It reminds me of the place in Tokyo in the series "Midnight Diner" on Netflix. It has achieved "not trying/Is" -ness.

Last night we ordered a generous amount in an a la carte variety that included items we’ve never had, like Yellowtail collar, and mushroom Miso soup, for example. All served quickly with excellent taste.

My wife asked me to guess the price and I guessed $45 and it was $35, including beer. They were about 75% filled on a Friday night at 6:30. So if you want quality and you have an accepting attitude… They won't yell "Ohai-O!" when you come in, just a warm welcome.

My favorite "tell" is that you have to step over an unceremonious drainpipe three feet directly in front of the front door. The place is like one of those famous Japanese teacups with the rough finish "mistake" i.e. “wabi sabi” glaring out at you lovingly. The whole place says “wabi sabi” come to think of it. Their unglamorous friendliness is refreshing.

Btw, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie were playing softly in the background as we walked in. Louis Armstrong and other early Jazz was also played. Who does that? I think Joni Mitchell and Elvis C. might go there buy not Elton John, if you get my drift.

Try it. Or don't, because I love it 75% full, but 85% wouldn't wreak it. I only risk telling you because we love them and feel better saying so out loud.

Great place for AYCE Sushi! The rolls arrive very fast to your table 😀 you have 3 Rounds! So u better order all you can in the 1st and use the other to repeat or try small amount of new flavors 🤓

OMG are you serious!!???? How is it that Sushi 101 has been here forever and I'm just having it for the first time?
Well, this place is awesome! Full Japanese, Orion Japanese beer and hand roll happy hour!!!! $3.99 hand rolls and oh man are these delish! Not super skinny and skimpy, no, full rolls like Blue Crab and Shrimp Tempura.
Go in, get a couple rolls and try the Albacore fried rib app.

The California roll, vegetable gyoza, and miso soup were great! The chicken teriyaki combo was a bit overpriced in my opinion. However, this seems like a great place for appetizers and sushi!

If you want authentic and delicious Japanese sushi, you need to go here. Chef Toshi and staff are the best.

The sushi Chefs are very nice, great selection of sushi and they are quick. They also have a happy hour and hand roll special $3.99.