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Irori Sushi
4371 Glencoe Ave Suite B4, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
· Japanese restaurant, Asian restaurant, Restaurant
· 4.7/5 Google (1180 reviews)
Reservations · Delivery · Takeout · Outdoor seating
Refined, traditional-leaning sushi with standout fish quality and unique shoe-off seating; excellent for sushi lovers, but service can be uneven and policies feel rigid to some diners.
Restaurant Summary
The room feels warm and traditional the moment you slip off your shoes and step into the sunken-floor tables. Guests describe service at the bar as kind and attentive, while the dining room can bustle when it gets packed. One diner summed it up simply: "The fish tasted pristine and the vibe transported me." The cooking leans classic sushi with premium ingredients and occasional modern touches like truffle salmon or burrata with bluefin. It suits those who value clean, focused flavors and a relaxed ritual over theatrics. Omakase offers a curated path, though some prefer to build their own mix from specials and signature cuts. Families should note the sunken seating and backless chairs. There are no kids seats mentioned, and one review cited staff asking a parent to step outside with a crying toddler. While simple items exist, the setting favors older kids or adventurous eaters rather than toddlers.
At a Glance
- High-caliber fish and classic sushi craft
- Unique shoe-off, sunken-floor seating
- Good value relative to ingredient quality
- Host/manager interactions can feel brusque
- Seating comfort and policies not ideal for business dining
What Sets It Apart
- shoe_off_traditional_seating
- high_quality_fish_selection
- balanced_omakase_and_a_la_carte
What People Love
- Melt-in-your-mouth toro and uni
- Transportive traditional ambiance
- Friendly sushi bar interactions
- Good value omakase for the quality
- Seasonal specials like ocean trout
Points of Concern
- Occasional rude or dismissive host reports; experiences vary by staff member
- Backless seating and shoe-off policy uncomfortable for some guests
- Celiac diner reported inadequate gluten-free handling; proceed with caution
- Omakase praised by many but a few found it underwhelming for the price
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleTable Service
Average Cost$55-78 per person
ReservationsRecommended
What to Order
- Build a la carte around 6-8 nigiri plus one shared roll to balance cost and variety
- Choose the sushi bar if trying market-price uni to get guidance on origin and sweetness
Perfect For
- Sushi date night with bar seats
- Pre-flight dinner near LAX
- Celebrating with refined but relaxed Japanese fare
- Solo sushi at the counter
Location Insights
Area: Upscale coastal community with offices, boating crowd, and destination dining; relaxed yet polished vibe.
Safety: Generally safe, well-lit retail plaza environment with steady foot traffic.
Nearby: In a shopping plaza near apartments, offices, and marina; convenient to LAX for travelers.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday11:30–22:00
Tuesday11:30–22:00
Wednesday11:30–22:00
Thursday11:30–22:00
Friday11:30–23:00
Saturday11:30–23:00
Sunday11:30–22:00
Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor seating
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