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Sushi Gen

7.0Friend Score / 10

#17 of 20 Restaurants in Los Angeles

Known forLittle Tokyo institutioncash-friendlylong lines worth it
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A no-frills Little Tokyo sushi bar that has been serving impeccably fresh, traditionally prepared sushi since 1980. The sashimi lunch special is one of the best deals in the city — thick-cut fish at honest prices. Expect a line out the door at lunch; dinner is easier but still busy.

Key facts

Hours
Hours not verified
Price$$$
Phone(213) 617-0552
Websitesushigen-dtla.com
Nearest transit
Time needed
Best time to go
Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

Friend Score

7.0/10
  • Value8.0
  • iconic7.0
  • excellence8.5
  • Crowd level8.5
  • Authenticity9.0
  • Accessibility7.5
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.