Noda - Pasadena

I live in Huntington Beach, and I can confidently say this is the best sushi around! I’ve never tried anything else on the menu, so I can't speak to the taste of the other dishes. The sushi is just that good!

This place appears to be quite a popular local hangout for residents in the area. I decided to stop by instead of driving further, as it was more convenient for me.

The service was excellent, and the food was incredibly fresh. The sushi chef prepared the most delightful surprise dishes. Highlights included the salmon kama, yellowtail, halibut, and hand rolls. Will definitely be back!

The food was overpriced, and while the service was decent, it didn’t warrant the high prices. I've never encountered a situation where I was charged for a bowl of rice at an Asian restaurant.

This is my second visit to this sushi restaurant. The service was initially slow on a bustling Friday night, but it picked up quickly. We enjoyed the seaweed salad, grilled shishito peppers, and soft shell crab appetizer immensely. The sashimi, salmon lover roll, and Cynthia roll were fresh and beautifully presented. I requested grilled salmon without teriyaki sauce, and it turned out great. Overall, the dinner was quite satisfying.