"A “seat out by the fire pit is lovely” murmur fans of this “underappreciated” West LA Japanese sending out “irresistible” small plates and “amazing” sakes in a “beautiful courtyard” setting; “knowledgeable” servers are on hand to ease the way with ordering, so even if prices aren’t cheap, most declare the overall package “delightful”, and especially “perfect for a date.”" - Zagat.com

"It was only a matter of time before self-taught Chef Sugiura-san, founder of the California Sushi Academy, opened his own sushi restaurant. Located along Sawtelle's Little Osaka, the pistachio-hued cottage is the new digs for Academy chefs to strut their sushi expertise. Snag prime seating on the front patio by the amazing firepit and try the marinated snail sashimi paired with a shot-size glass of vinegar and mozuku (seaweed)." - Metromix.com