Sushi Fumi
Beverly Grove, Los Angeles
Restaurant in Los Angeles, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Sushi Fumi is a practical Los Angeles sushi choice for diners who want a focused meal near La Cienega without making the whole night about a hard-to-secure counter. Lunch is the sharper pick for efficiency; dinner works better for a relaxed Beverly Grove or West Hollywood-adjacent plan.
About Sushi Fumi
In Los Angeles, Sushi Fumi is a practical choice to evaluate by its posted hours and casual dress code. It is open from 12–2 PM and 5:30–9:30 PM Monday through Friday, from 5:30–9:30 PM on Saturday, and closed on Sunday. That makes it a useful option for diners comparing timing and dress expectations before deciding whether it fits their plans.
A practical Los Angeles dining pick
The clearest planning advantage is schedule clarity. Sushi Fumi is open Monday through Friday from 12–2 PM and 5:30–9:30 PM, and Saturday from 5:30–9:30 PM. Sunday is closed, so weekend planning should center on Saturday evening or another option.
For planning, avoid assuming a specific seating setup, menu format, price point, or service style unless you have checked directly with the venue. For wider planning, use our full Los Angeles restaurants guide, our full Los Angeles bars guide, or our full Los Angeles hotels guide.
Service expectations should stay practical, not ceremonial
Sushi Fumi's dress code is casual, so it is reasonable to plan for a relaxed meal rather than formal attire. If bar seating, tasting menus, chef-led service, pricing, drinks, takeout, delivery, or dietary accommodations matter to your visit, check directly with the venue before making plans.
Timing matters. The midday hours are available Monday through Friday only, while evening hours are available Monday through Saturday. If you are planning around a tight schedule, the posted midday window is short; if you are planning an evening, the posted evening window is consistent through Saturday. Sunday is not an option.
For comparison, diners can also look at Mutsu, Esterel, Chipotle Mexican Grill, or consider other dining options in Los Angeles depending on the kind of outing they want.
Planning details
- Location
- 359 N La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
- Website
- sushifumi.site
- Phone
- +1 310 855 0006
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Sushi Fumi presents itself as a quiet, counter-driven refuge on La Cienega Boulevard. The room intentionally slows the rhythm of a typical West Hollywood dining evening: there’s little theatricality, and the atmosphere encourages restraint and attention. Operated within the tradition of omakase counter dining, it favors a focused, pared-back presentation where the chef’s work and the pace of service set the tone. The space feels intimate and considered rather than flashy, making the experience feel like a deliberate, small-scale study in precision rather than a bustling neighborhood hangout.
Best For
This is a place for diners who want a concentrated sushi experience—couples on a quiet date, solo guests who enjoy counter engagement, and local regulars who appreciate the deliberate pace of omakase. It’s not built for large, noisy parties or casual, hurried meals; instead it suits people who want to slow down and follow the progression of plates from the chef. Located on a dense restaurant stretch of La Cienega, Sushi Fumi reads as a neighborhood counter that rewards attention and a preference for refined, focused sushi service.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the counter format and the omakase tradition when you visit: the description emphasizes a deliberate, slow-paced service, so plan to savor courses rather than rush through them. Counter seating is core to the experience—sit at the bar if you want direct sightlines to the chef’s work and the sequence of preparations. Expect a quieter, more contemplative meal rhythm than you would at a modern casual dining room, and come ready to appreciate the restraint and precision that define the restaurant’s approach.
Venue details
Ambiance
Small, plain 80s-style interior with basic, unassuming atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- tuna lemon roll
- moon roll
- spicy tuna crispy rice
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 359 N La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If this is not the right fit
Try Mutsu if the group wants another Los Angeles Japanese option. Try Esterel if the plan shifts away from sushi toward a broader restaurant setting.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Against Mutsu, Sushi Fumi is the cleaner pick when location around La Cienega matters and the goal is sushi without extra friction. Mutsu is the more natural cross-shop if the priority is staying within Los Angeles but comparing Japanese options before committing.
Esterel is less of a direct sushi substitute and more useful as a change-of-lane option when the group wants a broader restaurant setting rather than a focused Japanese meal. The duplicate Los Angeles and out-of-metro listings make it worth checking location carefully before treating it as the fallback.
Chipotle Mexican Grill only makes sense as the budget-and-speed alternative, not as a comparable night out. The Megaformer Studio is not a dining peer, so do not use it as a meal substitute; it is only relevant if the plan is being built around the same city area rather than the same experience.
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Compare Sushi Fumi
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Sushi Fumi | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| The Megaformer Studio | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Mutsu | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Esterel | Beverly Hills | No published awards |
| Esterel | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill | Los Angeles | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Are midday or evening hours better at Sushi Fumi?
It depends on timing. Sushi Fumi is open Monday through Friday from 12–2 PM and 5:30–9:30 PM, and Saturday from 5:30–9:30 PM. The midday hours are only available on weekdays, while evening hours are available through Saturday. Sunday is closed.
What should I wear to Sushi Fumi?
Sushi Fumi has a casual dress code. Casual clothing is the expectation for a meal in Los Angeles. If you are comparing plans with Esterel, check the details for each venue directly before deciding.
Can I eat at the bar at Sushi Fumi?
If bar seating matters, contact Sushi Fumi directly before you go. Key planning details include its Los Angeles location, casual dress code, and posted hours.
What should a first-timer know about Sushi Fumi?
Start with the hours: Monday through Friday from 12–2 PM and 5:30–9:30 PM, Saturday from 5:30–9:30 PM, and Sunday closed. First-timers should also know that the dress code is casual.
Is Sushi Fumi good for a special occasion?
It may work for a casual meal in Los Angeles. For a special occasion, check the current service style, seating, price, and menu format directly with Sushi Fumi before making plans.
What are alternatives to Sushi Fumi?
Mutsu, Esterel, and Chipotle Mexican Grill are possible comparison points depending on the kind of outing you want. Other Los Angeles dining options may also be worth considering. Use Sushi Fumi's basics, hours, Los Angeles location, and casual dress code, when comparing.
