Well, if I don't mention this place, someone else probably will. Hole in the wall place that seats no more than 25 people, about 8 or 9 at the sushi bar. Nozawa is pretty much a one man show there. Mrs. Nozawa seats everyone and brings the bill, while a couple of others delivers the food/cleans up.

No nonsense atmosphere, no "fancy" rolls, just your genuine sushi/sashimi, traditional Japanese style. He's also referred to as "Sushi-nazi", given his iron hand rule. What makes it worthwhile is the freshness and taste of the food, from crab to uni, and your standard fishes in between, always good.

For any locals that have been there, I'm sure some will say "no way" to $80-$100 per person meal, and/or not worth the price, etc. Others will say the best stuff on Earth... well, take a pinch of salt with the commentaries on both sides you find, especially below in the review... but it 'tis true, he kicks people out if they get surly or cop a 'tude. Hollywood stars and regular folks (I know, my friend got kicked out)

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