Kaiju Sushi
Sherman Oaks
Restaurant in Sherman Oaks, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Kaiju Sushi is a practical Sherman Oaks pick when the brief is easy sushi on Ventura Boulevard, especially for a small date night or casual celebration. Book it for convenience and timing rather than awards, chef-name draw, or a formal tasting-menu experience; cross-shop Petit Trois le Valley or Boneyard Bistro if the occasion needs a stronger sense of occasion.
About Kaiju Sushi
Kaiju Sushi in Sherman Oaks has a direct schedule: lunch hours Monday through Saturday and dinner every day, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday. Frame it as a casual Sherman Oaks dining option rather than a venue defined by awards, chef credentials, signature dishes, prices, or a formal menu format.
Use the schedule to plan the visit. Lunch is listed Monday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, and dinner begins at 5 PM every day. Dinner runs until 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and until 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. The dress code is casual.
Go for a casual Sherman Oaks meal, not an award-driven splurge
For a special occasion, keep expectations calibrated. Kaiju Sushi is best described as a casual Sherman Oaks option with lunch and dinner hours, not as an awards-focused, chef-led, tasting-menu-style destination.
If the night needs a different kind of setting, compare it with other nearby choices by mood and convenience. Petit Trois le Valley, Boneyard Bistro, Carnival Restaurant, Garden Cafe (of Sherman Oaks), and Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant are all reasonable names to consider when deciding what kind of evening you want.
How to use it in a Sherman Oaks plan
Kaiju Sushi makes sense when the priority is a casual meal in Sherman Oaks and the schedule fits: weekday and Saturday lunch, daily dinner, and later Friday and Saturday dinner hours. It is less useful to choose it based on awards, exact prices, service style, seating count, chef biography, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, or a specific dish.
Quick reference: choose Kaiju Sushi when its Sherman Oaks location, casual dress code, and posted lunch or dinner hours match the plan; compare other Sherman Oaks dining options if the occasion calls for a different atmosphere.
Planning details
- Location
- 13704 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- kaijusushi.com
- Phone
- +18189909939
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Kaiju Sushi sits firmly in Sherman Oaks as a neighborhood sushi spot that leans expressive rather than austere. The name — borrowed from the giant-monster film genre — signals a bolder personality than the stripped-back minimalism found at some high-end omakase counters. It draws a local clientele from the residential stretch of Ventura Boulevard, so the mood skews intimate and approachable: focused at the counter, attentive to craft, and intentionally less touristic. The overall effect is a compact, locally rooted sushi experience that privileges direct interaction with the chef and dishes with a bit of theatricality.
Best For
This is a place for relaxed, food-forward evenings rather than destination dining. The presence of omakase and a chef-led sushi counter positions Kaiju Sushi well for date nights and solo counter dining, while its neighborhood location makes it a natural casual hangout for locals. It’s not presented as a flashy, Westside showroom; instead, it caters to diners who want thoughtfully composed seafood and signature plates without the pretense of a reservation-only, allocation-driven scene. If you live in the Valley, Kaiju is the kind of spot you return to for consistent, chef-forward meals.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the kitchen’s specialties: omakase appears as a signature offering and is the clearest way to experience the chef’s intent. Beyond the tasting format, the listed standout plates — Grilled Lamb Chops, Crispy Rice, and Kaiju Tartare — are highlighted as emblematic dishes; order one or two to share if you’re seated at the counter. Because the write-up emphasizes counter service and a local clientele, expect a curated, chef-led sequence rather than an à la carte parade; letting the chef guide the meal is the recommended approach.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and casual atmosphere with focus on fresh sushi preparation and attentive service.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Omakase
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Japanese beer
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- Omakase
- Grilled Lamb Chops
- Crispy Rice
- Kaiju Tartare
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 13704 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Kaiju Sushi is not the right fit
Book Petit Trois le Valley instead when the meal needs a more polished date-night frame. Pick Boneyard Bistro when the group is larger, louder, or more interested in barbecue and drinks than a quieter sushi dinner.
Restaurant context
How Kaiju Sushi compares in Sherman Oaks
Kaiju Sushi is the easier sushi answer when the night calls for a low-friction meal on Ventura Boulevard. Petit Trois le Valley is the better choice for a polished date or celebratory bistro dinner, while Kaiju Sushi works better when the group wants lighter food and less ceremony.
For value and casualness, Garden Cafe (of Sherman Oaks) and Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant are safer everyday bets, especially for mixed groups or daytime plans. Kaiju Sushi is more focused than those options, so it suits diners who already want sushi rather than a broad crowd-pleaser.
Carnival Restaurant and Boneyard Bistro are stronger for groups that want a fuller, louder dinner. Choose Kaiju Sushi for a smaller, cleaner meal; choose Boneyard Bistro for beer-and-barbecue energy, and Carnival Restaurant when Lebanese comfort food is the better match.
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Compare Kaiju Sushi
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Kaiju Sushi | Sherman Oaks | No published awards |
| Petit Trois le Valley | Sherman Oaks | No published awards |
| Garden Cafe (of Sherman Oaks) | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Carnival Restaurant | Sherman Oaks | No published awards |
| Boneyard Bistro | Sherman Oaks | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Kaiju Sushi?
For planning purposes, note that dinner starts at 5 PM daily, and Friday and Saturday dinner hours run until 10:30 PM.
What are alternatives to Kaiju Sushi in Sherman Oaks?
Other Sherman Oaks options to consider include Garden Cafe (of Sherman Oaks), Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant, Carnival Restaurant, Boneyard Bistro, and Petit Trois le Valley. Choose among them based on the kind of meal and atmosphere you want.
Is lunch or dinner better at Kaiju Sushi?
It depends on your schedule. Kaiju Sushi lists lunch Monday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Dinner is listed daily from 5 to 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and from 5 to 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.
What should I wear to Kaiju Sushi?
The dress code is casual. Clean everyday clothing is appropriate based on that dress code.
Is Kaiju Sushi good for a special occasion?
It can work if the occasion calls for a casual Sherman Oaks meal. It is better approached as a casual option than as a formal, award-driven, chef-led, or tasting-menu-focused destination.
What should a first-timer know about Kaiju Sushi?
Kaiju Sushi is in Sherman Oaks, has a casual dress code, serves lunch Monday through Saturday, and serves dinner daily. For prices, specific dishes, service style, seating, takeout, delivery, and dietary accommodations, check directly with the venue.
