Name: Sushi Inaba
Address: 20918 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, 90503, USA, Torrance, USA, 20918, US
Telephone: +13106861878
Price range: $$$$

The Experience

From Michelin Guide

Chef Yasuhiro Hirano turns out some of the most exciting sushi in town at a counter in a private room tucked within sister restaurant, I-naba. His particular magic lies in weaving together a few key components, including exotic fish that he ages before blending with a host of ingredients. He’s mastered dishes that more established pros haven't—and to such precise and polished effect.With just a handful of seats at the counter and one seating nightly, reservations are a must (and go quickly). Chef Hirano enjoys sharing his craft, but you may opt for silence to savor such delicacies as soba with uni sauce, udon substituting baby eels for noodles, and a parade of nigiri such as kombu-cured kasugodai or two-week-aged shima aji.

Unique Things

From Visitor Experiences

Unique Dining Experience: Sushi Inaba offers an intimate setting with only a handful of seats at the counter, creating a special and exclusive dining experience.
Exotic Ingredients and Techniques: Chef Yasuhiro Hirano incorporates dry-aged fish and exotic ingredients like mantis shrimp and Japanese oysters into his omakase, setting it apart from other sushi restaurants.
Secret Entrance: Guests enter through a separate, secret entrance, adding to the exclusivity and mystique of the dining experience.

Ingredient Stars

From Visitor Experiences

Mantis Shrimp: Used in the ultra-premium omakase to add a unique flavor profile and texture.
Japanese Oysters: Featured in the omakase for their plumpness and freshness, enhancing the sushi experience.
Uni (Sea Urchin): Used in the Uni Soba, where soba noodles are served with a rich uni sauce, highlighting the restaurant's focus on quality ingredients.
Dry-Aged Fish: Chef Hirano incorporates dry-aged fish into his sushi creations, offering a distinct flavor and texture.

Menu & Pricing

Current Offerings & Prices

Sushi Inaba Menu

Omakase Dinner

Price: $280 per person
Description: A multi-course Omakase experience. Guests are required to arrive on time as late arrivals may miss some courses.
Courses: Not specified, but it includes a variety of sushi dishes crafted by Chef Yasuhiro Hirano.

A La Carte Options

Not Available: Sushi Inaba primarily offers an Omakase experience and does not list a la carte options.

Special Seasonal Menus

Not Specified: While Sushi Inaba focuses on seasonal ingredients, specific seasonal menus are not detailed.

Corkage Fees

Wine or Sake up to 750mL: $75 per bottle
Sake up to 1800mL: $200 per bottle

Other Information

Reservation Deposit: $150 per person, refundable upon arrival.
Cancellation Policy: Deposits are refundable if cancellations are made within 72 hours of the reservation time.

Sushi Inaba