Sushi Katsu-Ya

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11680 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604

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(818) 985-6976
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Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
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Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
Sushi Katsu-Ya - Studio City, CA
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Best

I am a regular here! I eat here every week and I love it! The fish is very fresh and they have good service.

Worst

I've been here a handful of times, always thinking that maybe it will be better, but it has never been anything but dissapointing to me. I feel like it's extremely average, consid...

Delicious 2/27/2006

We find a way to visit Katsu-Ya every week - either location is excellent. Favorites: Crispy rice with spicy tuna; crab hand roll; Crispy sesame tuna (if you say "no avocado" you get much more tuna!); Tuna with warm spinach. The chefs are really friendly and helpful, so we recommend sitting at the sushi bar. And if you have room, the green tea tempura ice cream is wonderful! Arrive at 5:30 and beat the wait! Pros: Fresh fish, Clever presentation, Friendly staff Cons: Waiting more
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Great Sushi 1/10/2006

A couple of great sushi chefs, fish is always fresh even the Uni. Nice relaxed atmosphere. The all you can eat is a great deal. I am always ... more
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Delicious 1/9/2006

Consistently good sushi. Always fresh and well prepared. The menu offers traditional sushi along with inventive creations that have never di... more
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The BEST Sushi in LA 1/7/2006

I've been to much fancier/pricier places and this place beats them all hands down. I only ever order from the Specials Board, since that's where the best stuff is. Sashimi is excellent, always fresh and tasty. The rolls are phenomenal. I highly reccommend the Blue Crab hand roll...it is the best hand roll I have ever tried and you can only get it here! I also higly recommentd the Robert Roll(spicy tuna, spicy shrimp, avocado and other goodies I can't recall) and the rock shrimp tempura is a unique and tasty favorite. This place is always packed, even on week nights so call ahead and ask for the Encino location instead of the Studio City one. The Encino venue is much nicer. more
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The BEST Sushi in LA 1/7/2006

I've been to much fancier/pricier places and this place beats them all hands down. I only ever order from the Specials Board, since that's where the best stuff is. Sashimi is excellent, always fresh and tasty. The rolls are phenomenal. I highly reccommend the Blue Crab hand roll...it is the best hand roll I have ever tried and you can only get it here! I also higly recommentd the Robert Roll(spicy tuna, spicy shrimp, avocado and other goodies I can't recall) and the rock shrimp tempura is a unique and tasty favorite. This place is always packed, even on week nights so call ahead and ask for the Encino location instead of the Studio City one. The Encino venue is much nicer. more
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better rolls than actual sushi 11/29/2005

like my title says, the rolls and specials they have are much better than the actual sushi. sushi here is mediocre quality at best, and the variety leaves something lacking. the rolls and special paltes are actually what are pretty good here. the albacore and fried onions plate is actually my favorite thing here, although it is doused in ponzu. this is a good place to go with a group of people to just have a bunch of sake and some rolls, not when you're looking for a quality sushi dining experience. the main drawback is the crowds, weekends get really hectic and the wait can be long. but at least they have benches outside so you can sit and wait. Pros: good specials Cons: long wait, mediocre sushi,sashim more
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better rolls than actual sushi 11/29/2005

like my title says, the rolls and specials they have are much better than the actual sushi. sushi here is mediocre quality at best, and the variety leaves something lacking. the rolls and special paltes are actually what are pretty good here. the albacore and fried onions plate is actually my favorite thing here, although it is doused in ponzu. this is a good place to go with a group of people to just have a bunch of sake and some rolls, not when you're looking for a quality sushi dining experience. the main drawback is the crowds, weekends get really hectic and the wait can be long. but at least they have benches outside so you can sit and wait. Pros: good specials Cons: long wait, mediocre sushi,sashim more
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Wonderful! 11/27/2005

If you don't mind a wait, you will be delighted to find what a wonderful place this is. The strip mall location was a little bit of a deterent, though the food made up for the area. Fresh fish, simple menu, good stuff! more
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Wonderful! 11/27/2005

If you don't mind a wait, you will be delighted to find what a wonderful place this is. The strip mall location was a little bit of a deterent, though the food made up for the area. Fresh fish, simple menu, good stuff! more
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Sushi that I can never get sick of 10/28/2005

When I think of sushi I think Katsu-ya. It is definitely the best that I have even had. When I eat at other sushi restaurants I compare it to Katsu-ya. Not the encino location but the Studio City one is the best. Well worth the wait. Pros: food, star slightings, friendly Cons: long wait more
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Sushi that I can never get sick of 10/28/2005

When I think of sushi I think Katsu-ya. It is definitely the best that I have even had. When I eat at other sushi restaurants I compare it to Katsu-ya. Not the encino location but the Studio City one is the best. Well worth the wait. Pros: food, star slightings, friendly Cons: long wait more
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Dry, Old, and Tasteless 9/26/2005

Creative presentation & colorful sauces mask actual food (dry, old, & tasteless). Items are highly priced for this reason. 1st few visits, I was not seated promptly. Parking is crowded even for valet; attendants have to run across street. Pros: creative presentation Cons: dry food, old food, tasteless food more
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Dry, Old, and Tasteless 9/26/2005

Creative presentation & colorful sauces mask actual food (dry, old, & tasteless). Items are highly priced for this reason. 1st few visits, I was not seated promptly. Parking is crowded even for valet; attendants have to run across street. Pros: creative presentation Cons: dry food, old food, tasteless food more
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Better than the sushi nazi 7/11/2005

Katsu Ya is my favorite sushi restaurant in the valley. The sushi is excellent and while the prices are a bit high, you definitely get what ... more
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Sushi Lover's Heaven 6/19/2005

This place is the best. Check out the specials and order something off the special menu. Sure, it's a bit pricey, but it's worth it. Baked c... more
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AMAZING Sushi! 5/25/2005

This ridiculously good sushi restaurant sets it miles apart from anything else in LA...let alone from all the spots on ventura. The only th... more
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Best sushi in the valley 5/8/2005

Anyone who knows what quality sushi tastes like will appreciate the excellence that is katsu-ya. I have been to 90% of the sushi restaurants in Los Angeles, this is great sushi. more
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Best sushi in the valley 5/7/2005

Anyone who knows what quality sushi tastes like will appreciate the excellence that is katsu-ya. I have been to 90% of the sushi restaurants in Los Angeles, this is great sushi. more
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Some of the best sushi that I've ever had! 5/1/2005

If you like inventive, fresh, delicious sushi, this is the place for you. It's a hole-in-the-wall place, but the ambiance is not why you go ... more
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Sushi to compare all others to... 3/21/2005

I compare all sushi to the sushi at Katsu-ya. If you like inventive, fresh, delicious sushi, this is the place for you. it's a hole-in-the-wall place, but the ambiance is not why you go here. I recommend: crispy sesame tuna, spicy tuna on crispy rice, the honey handrolls, tuna sashimi with japanese salsa, and many more. Pros: best sushi Cons: park on street, always busy more
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    Katsu-ya is always packed with its loyal following, but it's unquestionably worth the wait. The good-looking Valley crowd doesn't even mind putting up with Hollywood types...

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  • Hours: Mon - Fri: 11:30am - 2:00pm Mon - Thu: 5:30pm - 10:00pm Fri - Sat: 5:30pm - 10:30pm Sat: 12:00pm - 2:30pm Sun: 5:00pm - 9:30pm
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