Noda - Pasadena

Noda Restaurant is a small, quaint sushi spot that definitely has its own charm. I tried the sashimi and it was pretty good the fish was fresh and there were some nice twists with yuzu or shiso on some of the pieces.I visited on a Monday night and the place was pretty empty and quiet, which could be a good thing if you're looking for a peaceful dining experience. The service was nice and attentive, which was appreciated.Overall, I would say that if you're in the area, it's definitely worth a try. However, I don't think I would personally go out of my way to come back. While the food was good, it didn't particularly stand out to me as amazing or anything I couldn't find elsewhere. But if you're looking for a quiet sushi spot with good sashimi, Noda Restaurant might be a good option for you.

Update your hours. You're not open right now and i drive here for nothing. It's easy. Change it.

Very good. The sushi is very fresh and what I love about the restaurant is that they don't give you too much rice on the nigiri sushi. Some places like to compensate on the rice so that they can serve you a thin slice of fish. What they do here is they have a small piece of rice, simply rolled into a ball and they are generous with the slice of fish. Sides were pretty good. Tempura was battered well. It was a thin layer so the batter wasn't overpowering. My fiancée got the udon and the broth was solid. It's a small quaint little place and I'm pleased to have found another go-to spot in Pasadena.

I’ve been coming here for many years. Sushi is top quality. Everything on the menu is delicious! Staff is wonderful.

Little tiny sushi rolls, that’s their Philadelphia Roll. Does it look deep fried? That’s what $13.95 gets you.