Sushi Nishi-ya: Experience Authentic Japanese Sushi in Glendale

I definitely Sushi Nishi Ya to anyone or everyone who loves Sushi!! Thee freshest and mos5 savorable Sushi you will ever taste! Master Chef Kenji and Masako are such wonderful people, totally worth the $$$$.

Excellent sushi spot in a strip mall. Absolutely fantastic, they have the real Wasabi, not the horseradish dyed green stuff that passes for Wasabi, most spots use. Friendly staff and attentive to needs. Would recommend and come back

Best sushi I’ve ever had me and the family have been coming here for years. Definitely a must have if you’re in the area.

This is a sushi only spot. No fancy rolls. But the fish is WOW. Expertly picked. Not cheap, but delicious.

Excellent sushi in a traditional environment. The waitress is very Japanese and very gracious. We had the omakase set. Each individual serving was very artistic and delicious. The fish was top grade. I will definitely be back!

“Hidden” 10/10 Sushi spot in the most unlikely places, a small plaza. No frill. No typical rolls. Price is high compared to typical sushi places but this is /NOT/ your typical sushi.. it’s more traditional Japanese style. For the quality and generous portions - there is no regrets here! For the nigiri and omakase lovers - this is the spot! Last year we had the seaweed salmon which we ordered 3 times & the blue crab roll that won us over. It was such a memorable experience! Since then we kept an eye out for blue crab sushi wherever we go. So far nothing has measured up to how chef made it here. — detailed omakase food section — Sides - Ginger and wasabi (not the horseradish dyed green, the real one) was so good I was snacking on the ginger in between dishes. The texture of the green sprouts, seaweed and tuna with the special sauce was just perfect. Hamachi/yellow tail & all the white fish I just inhaled. I love eating these and here they just burst in flavor & melt into my mouth. Oyster is not sandy no aftertaste, just texture and flavor. For someone that doesn’t like oyster after taste, they will enjoy this one. I would introduce my friends that are first trying oyster to this. Drink - The hot green tea is so warm, tasty, and comforting. I forgot how many cups I’ve drank! They are good at refilling it from an authentic teapot. When I first saw the mackerel, I thought this will be the one I don’t like. Little did I know I was blown away by the combination of green onion and ginger on top of the nigiri with sauce? It was so good. We weren’t expecting the flavor and texture! Definitely love it! Usually Uni is usually too salty or strong in profile but the one they served was so clean and smooth to eat. One has a slighter stronger flavor than the other. I would eat this again in a heartbeat! Sweet shrimp was buttery like and firm texture. My least favorite of it all. The next one shrimp with the blue crab was a surprise. You will be surprise by the delicate and tasty shrimp. And the blue crab each taste subtly different not just texture but also flavor. The Chilean sea bass was THE BEST! I would order this in bigger portions as my main entree if I could. W O W!! Toro & Otoro melted and one was smoother while the other was firmer. I wouldn’t mind eating more of this! The wasabi was just the right amount too. I appreciate the chef attention to this detail! Marinated Salmon roe usually salty but this one soooo delicious!! Felt like I was in a waterpark around multiple bubbles and playing around for a while until the magic was over. Last one was the Blue crab roll which brought tears to my eyes. That is how good it was (to me). Not sure if it nostalgia only but 100% the deliciousness warm of the blue crab was a great way to end the night. The flavor just right. —— end of omakase food section—- The swift courteous lady server is not one of many words or makes small talk but she is amazing at what does. She is very attentive with taking away empty dishes, cleaning table and handling refills. The chef works with precision and delicately handles all the pieces. Great spirit with the regulars! I think he is a magician at his craft. Seating? Indoor only. 8 counter seat 4 4-seater table 1 2-seater table May be difficult for wheelchair users due to limited space. Recommend to best to call in advance. Restroom? Yes; good size entrance and space inside for wheelchair users, door isn’t heavy, has handle bars and disposable seat cover. Total cost approx $400-$450

Almost don’t want to review, lest the secret get out! Truly outstanding sushi. I challenge you to find better in the $50-100 price range. Will definitely become a regular here.

The food is top notch. But it is VERY expensive. Me and my wife did the chef's choice and left over $400 there. Once in a lifetime experience that will probably stay that way.