Shin Sushi - Encino

I had a delightful and intimate dining experience. The chef was both humorous and welcoming, guiding us effortlessly through each dish and sushi served. Everything was beautifully prepared and thoughtfully marinated. Even simple items like tofu and miso soup were elevated to such a level that I questioned whether I had truly enjoyed them before. Honestly, they could have served me a brick, and I would have found it delicious. To achieve this level of excellence with such a small team is impressive. Definitely worth making a reservation!

This restaurant is the ideal upscale sushi spot. The food is delectable, the atmosphere is fantastic, and the pacing is just right. It offers everything you could want at a reasonable price. Choosing this place is a no-brainer!

I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The fish was top-notch, the service was fantastic, and the atmosphere was delightful. My favorite part was the Tofu dessert at the end. The chef prepares the best Tofu I've ever tasted and pairs it with the most delicious kuromitsu I've ever had.

Disclaimer: My visit to this restaurant took place over a year ago.I felt compelled to write this review after my recent visit to Japan and the experience I had with its incredible cuisine.After seeing Shin Sushi in the Michelin guide, I decided to book a reservation (required) for my birthday last year. The experience was quite a memorable one. The décor and general vibe of the restaurant certainly doesn't scream Michelin star, but the food more than makes up for this.The meal is Omakase style and started with an assortment of seasonal Japanese vegetables and small bites, each one unique and delicious. Then the sushi began and unsurprisingly was the star of the show. The chef took great care with each and every piece, expertly forming the sushi, explaining where the fish came from and what it meant to him personally. Every bite was bliss, washed down with what is the best miso soup (or any soup for that matter) I've ever had truly exceptional depth and balance of flavors. There was no dish that left me even slightly disappointed and dessert is highly recommended.It was extremely apparent that the chef wanted to provide the best culinary experience he could to each guest at his 8 seat sushi bar. On top of that, he was very friendly and a joy to converse with/learn more about.I felt compelled to write this review after my recent visit to Japan, where it was my mission to find excellent sushi almost everyday. I have to say that nothing we tried in Japan was equivalent to the meal we had at Shin Sushi (how lucky Angelenos are to have such incredible cuisine from so many different cultures).What a treat, I hope to be back soon.

Fantastic omakase experience... Chef really informs and entertains.. not inexpensive but when splurging...worth it!