LA | Diamond Bar | Makomae | A True, No-Fuss Japanese Treasure 🏮✨

Tucked away in a quiet, unassuming plaza, Makomae is the kind of humble spot that still draws a crowd even on weeknights — and for good reason. A friend told me it’s pure, straightforward omakase here, with no fixed price: around $60 for 10 pieces, but she once had 22 different pieces for just $90! 🍣💰 We originally wanted omakase, but by 6 PM there was already a wait. We arrived around 8 and snagged the last open table (not the counter, sadly). Since sitting at the table felt less immersive for omakase, we went with à la carte instead. And wow — even ordering separately was fantastic! High turnover means incredibly fresh fish. The toro was so fatty it melted like butter, and the fried oysters were plump, juicy, and clearly fresh. 🦪🔥 Honestly, part of me wants to keep this place a secret — the line is long enough as it is! 😅 But good food deserves to be celebrated. If you’re near Diamond Bar and crave authentic, heartfelt Japanese without the frills (or the downtown prices), Makomae is your spot. Just come early, or be ready to wait — it’s that worth it. ⏳❤️ #Makomae #DiamondBarEats #HiddenSushiGem #NoFrillsJustFish #FreshToro #OmakaseStyle #LocalSecret #WorthTheWait #JapaneseComfort #LAFoodFinds #SimpleAndGood #EatLikeARegular #SushiLovers #QuietlyGreat #ShareButNotTooMuch #NeighborhoodTreasure #AuthenticVibes #PureFlavors #ComeHungry #RealDeal