Uncovered a Hidden Gem Sushi Spot with Amazing Value! đŁ
How have I been to Santa Monica so many times without discovering this Japanese restaurant sooner?! I always struggle to find good eats hereâeither too pricey or not tasty enough. But this place is the real deal: delicious, affordable, and with a great atmosphere. Perfect for a quick work lunch or a casual meal with friends. Highly recommend! Itâs also super close to the Santa Monica Pier, so if youâre visiting and craving hot ramen, itâs just a short walk away! đŁ: MARU SUSHI AND RAMEN đ: 331 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401 đșïž: 11:30 AM â 12:00 AM đ°: Around $30 per person đ żïž: Street meter, $1 per hour As the evenings get cooler lately, I took some friends visiting from China to watch the sunset, and we were craving a warm bowl of ramen afterward. Found this spot online with great reviews, and it didnât disappointâfull of pleasant surprises! The food was tasty, the service and ambiance were great, and the value was unbeatable! We ordered the Maru Ramen recommended by the staffâlight broth and generous portion! đ Also tried the Yellow Volcano & Orange Volcano rollsâflame-seared salmon sushi rolls with spicy crab and rich cheese. If you like warm sushi, give these a tryâI thought they were delicious! đ„ The Sashimi Combo (nine-piece platter) was a highlightâsuper affordable, beautifully presented, and felt so special when served! đ We also got a Chirashi Bowl, which was just okayâkinda similar to the sashimi combo. But if youâre dining solo, itâs a great option with fish, rice, and veggies to fill you up! đ± #LAWeekends #CaliforniaTravel #LALife #HiddenGemEateries #SantaMonica #GlobalEats #LAFood #LAExploration #FoodieReview #FoodieObserver