Craving a polished sushi night without the fuss, or a casual roll before a show, Glendale has you covered with places that balance freshness, comfort, and fair prices. From pristine nigiri and thoughtful sake lists to value happy hours and family friendly rooms, these spots make it easy to please every palate at the table.
Let’s get to it.
Handroll and Poke by Gohan
Handrolls in minutes, not hours, are the promise at Handroll and Poke by Gohan, a quick stop near the Westgate action. Crisp nori, warm rice, cool fish, and you are out the door or settled into a casual table without fuss.
The menu keeps choices easy and affordable. Order à la carte or grab a set of three or five handrolls, with signatures like Spicy Tuna, Garlic Salmon, Wasabi Yellowtail, and a creamy Kewpie Scallop or Shrimp. Handrolls sit around 7 to 10 dollars, while customizable poke bowls land in the mid to high teens, boosted by house-made sauces and a generous spread of toppings.
Service is counter-style and fast, perfect for a pre-concert bite or a no-cook weeknight. There is no omakase here, and no sake list to linger over, just flavored iced teas and standard fountain drinks. That focus keeps the line moving.
Mixed group to feed? Cooked appetizers like shrimp tempura, gyoza, calamari, and egg rolls make it friendly for non-sushi eaters, and the Sesame Tofu handroll covers the vegetarian box. Takeout and delivery are in play, and early feedback points to fresh, house-made flavors. Choose it when value, speed, and variety matter. Skip it if you want a long, chef-led experience.
Yellowtail Sushi and Sake
Chef-driven without the fuss, Yellowtail Sushi and Sake returns to North Glendale with a menu that treats purists and roll-chasers equally well.
Behind it is founder and executive chef Ken, who brings more than two decades in the Valley. You can taste the balance: pristine nigiri and sashimi alongside 40-plus creative specialty rolls, including baked and premium options. Sit at the sushi bar for daily specials and chef interaction, or take a table. Reservations help on busier nights.
It is a flexible, mid-range spot. A full bar pours sake and cocktails, and the kitchen covers your bases with tempura, chicken katsu, fried rice, even steaks, plus vegetarian-friendly picks like avocado rolls and vegetable tempura. That breadth makes it easy for mixed groups who want good fish without alienating the non-sushi friend.
The relaunch has attracted a loyal crowd, with consistent praise for fresh fish and those specialty rolls. Some reviews note occasional operational hiccups when the room is slammed, so bring patience along with your appetite.
Prefer sushi night at home? Online ordering makes takeout painless. For an interactive evening, grab a bar seat and let the chef’s touch guide your order.
Yen Sushi & Sake Bar
Value and variety drive the appeal at Yen Sushi & Sake Bar, a cozy neighborhood hangout in Glendale. The sushi bar hums, tables fill with regulars, and the menu rewards both purists and roll hunters.
Creative, American-Japanese fusion rolls take center stage. Think Crazy Boy, Las Vegas, 911, and a roster of baked beauties, balanced by clean-cut nigiri and sashimi for when you want it straight. It is all à la carte, there is no formal omakase, which keeps control in your hands.
Prices land in the comfortable middle, with lunch bento and roll specials that make a weekday feel like a small win. The all-day happy hour is a quiet ace, and the sake list, supported by a full bar, offers easy sippers and a few richer pours.
Mixed group in tow? Vegetarian options, tempura, teriyaki, and noodles keep non-sushi diners content, and there is a kids lineup, too. Takeout and delivery travel well for a stay-in evening, while reservations help on busy nights.
Choose Yen when you want a friendly, unfussy sushi fix with plenty of choice and no pretense. It is the neighborhood kind of reliable.
Tokyo Lobby
Roll lovers, this one stacks the deck. Tokyo Lobby leans value-first, with happy hour deals that make a second round feel sensible rather than indulgent. Prices sit in that comfortable middle, yet plates land with generous heft.
The menu is roll-forward, read: Vegas, Dragon, Baby Lobster, Scorpion, plus the cheeky Philly variants. If you prefer simplicity, there is straightforward nigiri and sashimi that covers the classics.
Bringing a mixed crowd? Tempura, teriyaki, and bento boxes keep non-sushi eaters content, and there are vegetable rolls for plant-leaning diners. Portions run big, which turns sharing into part of the fun.
The room has a casual, family-friendly hum, with a cute sushi bar for singles or pairs and covered patio tables when the breeze cooperates. Service cadence suits a relaxed night, not a white-tablecloth sprint.
Practical perks help, too. Online ordering for pickup, delivery when staying in, and phone reservations if you like a plan. Sake specials show up, including the occasional bomber, which pairs well with crunchy rolls. Choose it for an affordable, roll-centric outing in Glendale, and skip it if you want hushed omakase theater.
HARU sushi
Fresh cuts without the omakase song and dance. That is HARU’s sweet spot in Glendale’s Arrowhead corridor.
Nigiri and sashimi lead the way, with uni, otoro, and yellowtail showing up in impressively bright form. Expect occasional Washington oysters or king crab, a nod to the team’s West Coast buying ties. Grab a sushi-bar seat if you like a bit of theater, the chefs keep the pace lively.
Rolling with friends? The menu swings from Paradise and High Roller to Hot Night and grasshopper-style combinations. Most rolls land in the mid-teens, and value stacks up with lunch bento deals and a Tuesday BOGO roll during happy hour.
The bar pours sake by the bottle or glass, plus Japanese whisky and cocktails. Gluten-free soy is available. Cooked comforts like chicken katsu and tempura keep mixed groups happy, and vegetarian options are more than an afterthought. Takeout, delivery, and reservations are in play.
There are small trade-offs. Rice texture can waver, and a handful of creations lean heavy. Still, freshness drives the experience, and the lively room suits date nights as well as pre-game meetups.
Eastwind Sushi & Grill
Happy hour actually feels happy here. Discounted rolls and drinks make trying a few new things feel easy, and the lunch combos keep weekday sushi realistic.
Eastwind leans fusion without abandoning the classics. Think Booty Booty, Dragon, and Red Ninja alongside clean cuts of tuna, salmon, and yellowtail as nigiri or sashimi. Portions are generous, the fish reads fresh, and prices stay in the casual to moderate lane.
The setup suits whatever mood you are in. Grab a stool at the sushi bar where small plates circulate on a belt, or settle into a table for a slower meal. Dim lighting and TVs by the bar make it work for a low key date or a game night bite. The bar pours sake, beer, wine, and cocktails.
Not everyone at the table eats raw, and that is fine here. Ramen, teriyaki, katsu, and other cooked Japanese and pan Asian plates keep non sushi eaters happy. Vegetarian options are present, gluten free soy is available by request, and this north Glendale standby accepts reservations. Takeout and delivery keep it easy when you want fair prices and a calm room rather than a scene.
KiKu Revolving Sushi
The belt does the tempting here, not a server with a hard sell. At KiKu Revolving Sushi, plate after plate rolls by at color coded prices, most just a few dollars, so trying new fish feels low stakes. It is the rare sushi spot where grazing is encouraged, and the bill stays friendly.
Expect a mix of classic nigiri and sashimi alongside playful rolls like Volcano and Bubble Pop. Staff will make fresh plates on request if something looks tired, and there is always the a la carte menu for made to order bites.
The scene skews casual and family friendly, with counter seats by the conveyor and regular tables for groups. Sake options, including some unfiltered styles, share space with basic wines and light beers. Non sushi eaters are covered with ramen, teriyaki, yakisoba, and crisp karaage. Veggie rolls plus seaweed and cucumber salads make it workable for vegetarian or vegan guests.
Do expect a wait at prime Glendale dinner hours, and the belt can lag when it is packed. Call ahead for a reservation or takeout. Value seekers and adventurous tasters will be happiest, while boutique purists chasing a hushed chef’s counter may prefer elsewhere.
Seido Sushi
Menus with both ramen and a parade of city named rolls rarely feel focused. Seido Sushi pulls it off.
In Glendale’s Olive Avenue corridor, this local spot leans into variety without losing the basics. Fresh tasting nigiri and sashimi share space with specialty rolls, many named after states, while the kitchen sends out teriyaki, tempura, and steaming bowls of ramen. Portions are generous, prices stay in the casual to moderate lane, and mixed groups find it easy to agree.
Sit at the sushi bar if you want that hand to plate rhythm, and ask for a chef’s special if you like a surprise. Weekday lunch and happy hour deals reward value seekers, and a small but satisfying bar program covers sake and cold beer. Reservations are accepted for those who plan ahead.
Go here when you want options without sticker shock. Purists can keep it simple with clean cuts of fish, adventurous diners can chase the showier rolls, and non sushi eaters are covered with ramen and fried rice. If a high ceremony experience is your goal, this is not that. For an easy, friendly neighborhood sushi fix, Seido hits the mark.
Sushi Plus
Think of Sushi Plus as Glendale’s cross country sushi sampler. The 50 states roll lineup keeps things fun, while straightforward nigiri and sashimi anchor the menu for traditionalists. Freshness gets frequent nods from regulars, and the fish selection covers the classics.
Prices sit in the casual to moderate range, which makes this an easy choice for mixed groups. Raw fans can graze a la carte. Everyone else has ramen, tempura, teriyaki, and bento bowls. Vegetarians are not sidelined either, thanks to vegetable rolls and crisp veggie tempura.
Settle at the sushi bar to watch knives fly, or take a regular table and keep the conversation going. Beer and sake are available, though it is not a cocktail playground. Walk ins are common, but peak times fill fast, so larger parties do well to call ahead.
This is not a white linen tasting shrine. It is a dependable, fusion forward hangout where playful rolls meet everyday prices. Service can run hot and cold by some accounts, yet value stays steady. Put it on your list when you want variety without ceremony, and fun without sticker shock.
Kitchen 7 Asian Food & Sushi
Here, the check stays gentle while the platters stay generous. Kitchen 7 Asian Food & Sushi brings north Glendale a crowd pleasing mix where sushi and comfort classics share the table.
Rolls skew playful, from Ninja Jalapeno to Golden Tuna, with nigiri and a creamy avocado crab bowl in the mix. Craving orange chicken, kung pao, or Mongolian beef, the kitchen handles those too. House specials like Chef’s Bird Nest and guifei chicken add a little flourish.
Round tables with lazy susans make sharing easy, and the service is friendly without fuss. Sushi is integrated into the main dining flow, so think relaxed plates instead of a hushed counter. Beer on tap and a small wine list cover basics, while sake and cocktails are minimal.
Portions are generous, lunch deals are frequent, and prices keep this in the everyday rotation. Vegetarian options and plenty of cooked appetizers help non sushi eaters feel included, and online ordering is a plus. Closed on Tuesdays. For value seekers who want variety and a comfortable room, Kitchen 7 hits the mark.
AH-SO Sushi & Steak
Dinner decisions go smoother when the steak-lover, sushi devotee, and salad-first friend can all win. AH-SO Sushi & Steak makes that happen in north Glendale.
The teppanyaki grills are the showstopper. Expect quick knife work, onion volcanoes, and chefs who keep the table laughing while turning out tender steak, shrimp, and veggies. It’s lively and great for birthdays or multi‑generational outings. Book grill seats ahead; they go fast.
Craving raw fish instead? The sushi side delivers classic nigiri and sashimi alongside creative rolls, with the restaurant emphasizing high-quality fish. No formal omakase here, just a broad à la carte menu. A full bar, sake, and beer round things out without stealing the spotlight.
Prices sit in the mid to upper‑mid range, though lunch and late‑night happy hour soften the bill nicely. Vegetarians and non‑raw eaters get real choices, from agedashi tofu and veggie tempura to cooked entrées. Takeout and delivery make it easy on busy nights, and standard dining tables work well if you want conversation over spectacle.
Bottom line: choose teppanyaki for dinner‑and‑a‑show energy, or stick to the main room for a calmer sushi focus. Either way, this long‑running local standby keeps mixed groups comfortable and well fed.
Ohya Sushi, Korean Kitchen & Bar
Sushi cravings rarely travel with karaoke plans, yet at Ohya, they happily share a table.
This Glendale hybrid pairs a dedicated sushi bar with a yakitori and teppan counter. Order clean cuts of nigiri and sashimi, then have fun with fusion rolls like spicy tuna or a cheeky K-pop, plus bulgogi or a bubbling hot pot. No formal omakase.
Beyond the menu, the vibe reads social. Private karaoke rooms fit small crews or a full birthday crowd, so reserve ahead. The full bar covers Asian beers and easy cocktails, and it stays open later than many nearby. BYOB is not the vibe.
Price-wise, it sits in the comfortable middle. Lunch bento boxes help with value, and the menu has plenty of cooked dishes, tofu, and vegetarian options. Takeout, delivery, and a rewards program add convenience.
Choose Ohya for variety and energy under one roof, not a hush hush sushi temple. Reviews can be mixed on consistency, yet the overall experience suits date nights, families, and friend groups who want options.
