Sakae Sushi

Written by ryan on Apr 7th, 2008 | Filed under: Food, Japan

Was in my old stomping grounds of Gardena this past weekend and had a craving for inari and maki sushi. I haven’t gone to Sakae Sushi since I was a kid so the need had to be filled. As you open the door to the little shop, your nose immediately notices the nice vinegar rice smell. Delicate and not overpowering. The menu hasn’t changed ever! Inari, Maki, saba, egg, shrimp, and california rolls.
Ordered a 7 pc mixed set and 7pc california roll so I can taste everything. At around 70 cents a piece, that has to be the best sushi bargain ever! So fresh and comes nicely wrapped in white paper with a green string. The Inari and Saba are my new favorites. Yes, it’ll make you smile.

storefront:

sakae store

sushi box:

sakae sushi box

menu:

their sushi (top: egg, california roll, maki; bottom: inari, shrimp, saba)

sushi
Notice how much rice they use? Its done that way for a reason. Eating their expertly prepared rice is a definite experience. Sticky with a hint of vinegar. I’ve gone to sushi shops that sell sushi for 10x this price and their rice can’t match what they do here at Sakae.