Yashima Restaurant

Address:	236 E Rowland St, Covina, CA 91723, USA
Phone:	+1 626-331-4240
Rating:	4.4
Working:	Closed 11:30AM–2PM 11:30AM–2PM 11:30AM–2PM 11:30AM–2PM 11:30AM–2PM 4–9PM

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Jennifer Hunker

WHAT IT IS Sushi restaurant and bar. They also have your typical bento combinations and "kitchen" meals. A tip: Parking is behind the restaurant. WHAT YOU SHOULD ORDER Sushi! AMBIANCE 4 stars Its a fairly basic Japanese restaurant. When you enter from the street you, will be in a small foyer with tables all around you. To your right you will see the sushi bar. They have a few TVs on the walls as well. The music both times Ive gone in is American, which is sort of unique for these sorts of places. FOOD AND DRINKS 4 Stars Both times Ive been here I ordered the Nigiri plate which comes with a california roll and 8 pieces of assorted nigiri. The sushi here is fairly good. Its nothing that will blow you away, but its fresh and doesnt commit any "cardinal sushi sins". I prefer a bit more vinegar in my rice. The nigiri have a good fish to rice ratio. The fish cuts are thick, so you get a good amount of fish for your buck.The rice is sticky and holds up well. None of my nigiri fell apart upon being picked up. This is hugely important in a western sushi restaurant as Im embarrassed to eat the nigiri properly (with my fingers) and opt to use the chopsticks instead. Nothing is worse than watching as the rice falls apart when you try to pick up your nigiri! There was a good assortment of nigiri as well--8 different flavors! They were all delicious. The California Roll was the lowpoint--the filling lacked flavor and there was a bit too much celery. It wasnt awful, but it was nothing to write home about. The meal also comes with miso soup and a small salad. The salad is good. I dont know whats in their dressing, but I like it. Aside from that its just your basic salad--iceburg lettuce and some red cabbage. The miso soup was another nice surprise--it was so flavorful! The tofu in it was wonderful too--soft and fresh. Ive had SO many bad tofu cubes in miso soup over the years, so its awesome to find a place that puts fresh tofu in their soup! NICE SURPRISES The assortment of Nigiri with the special is a nice touch, especially because many of the places around here limit you to 4 varieties of fish with these types of combos (opting to give you two of each instead). The miso soup was also a delight. OVERALL This is a great place for lunch. The service is quick--both lunches took me just under 40 minutes (and both times the restaurant was crowded.) You can call ahead and pick up your order too.

A Private User

Yashima on Rowland Ave. has unquestionably the best Albacore & Yellowtail sushi dishes in the Los Angeles area. Hideo & Masao are a dynamic team and real masters at creating complex flavors and using the best cuts of the freshest fish. They do not speak much English if any so if youre sitting at the bar and ask about the laker game youll probably only get a thumbs up or thumbs down! Do not think they are being rude! These guys are real professionals. Eat at yashimas, order yellow tail and albacore sushi and be happy! The only negative I could say is that they are slow at delivering the check. Which really is not a bad thing unless youre in a hurry.

A Private User

The food here is great. Good soups, good sushi, good dinners. However, the service leaves something to be desired. I normally went for the food and ignored the unattentive and lousy service but the last time I went it took 45 minutes to serve me two hand rolls. (literally she showed me the time she put the order in) and it was served after the rest of the tables food had been served, eaten, and plates cleared. Unacceptable service. It ruins a really tasty place. Shame.

A Private User

Hands down...the best sushi in town. I even let my children eat sushi at this restaurant. You will also be delighted with the variety of "specials" offered by the kitchen. It gets very busy so if you dont arrive by 5:00 or 9:00pm I hope your not in a hurry to leave. Just sit back and enjoy the great food.

Dan Amosin

The best Japanese restaurant food Ive ever tasted. And Ive been to other Japanese restaurants. Others fail by comparison. Food is always fresh and authentic Japanese and the waitresses are affable and quick to serve.

Lizbeth Villeda

The Avocado Salad is very refreshing and delicious. The spicy tuna hand rolls are superv. Oh and dont forget to order the green tea drink warm or over ice, its delicious...not your typical Green Tea.

Jovita Lopez

The best Sushi!! Been to other places and none come close to this place! Taste Service Everything here is delicious! Ive brought friends and they loved it!

Angel Chinchilla

Food was great Staff is friendly Eating area is clean Recommend it to anyone Who is a fan of sushi

A Private User

Cozy and friendly good service great food very affordable. No wait great neighborhood location.

A Private User

The owners are great and the taste well you just cant beat it. Will definitely be returning!!!!

A Private User

Friendly, and great atmosphere!!! Omg love love it...specially there lobster rolls yummmay...

Derik Tran

Love the service, food, and yellow tail collar. So good. This is our usual place.

Wilson Wang

Very good japanese food in tge neighborhood. Owner and sushi chiefs are very friendly.