Taihei Sushi Restaurant — Restaurant in Monterey Park

So the food here is great, I’ve been going here since I was a young boy, and even then my life was put in jeopardy when they were robbed at gunpoint, they took everything from everyone and well….last night my life was put in jeopardy again, I was at the local Laundromat next door, (for context: I need glasses and they are in the process of being made, 2 weeks blah blah blah), so I was using my flashlight to be sure I didn’t step in anything unpleasant, I was approached by the Security guard which he is in all his rights to do, I explained to him that I was at the laundromat and I was just getting some fresh air, well here is where things took a turn for the absolute worst, mind you Im a father of 3 so conflict is just not ever what Im looking for, but the Security guard tells me “I should go inside the Laundry” and I told him I can be on the sidewalk and thats all I would be doing , it gets hot next to all the dryers. He becomes Irate, starts to get loud and before I could make sense of the language barrier he was reaching for his gun. I of course ran away as any sensible person would, I hurt myself in the process and I called the cops, they cops said since he didn’t point the gun at me there was no crime, but I ask myself what is the line between life and death in a situation like this, this man is a loose cannon just waiting to take a life, I just hope things get resolved before he feels the need to feel big by taking anyones life, I understand being any form of authority is a sketchy job, but this was unnecessary and dangerous to the public health. I wasn’t looking into anyones vehicle or property and even after I explained I was at the laundry this man just kept escalating for no reason, I was calm talking to the man as there was no need to be enemies, I guess he saw things otherwise. Me and My Family will no longer be supporting this establishment as THERE IS NOT A SINGLE PIECE OF SASHIMI THAT IS...

Traditional and exquisite sushi in a 35-year-old establishment. The sushi crafted by 2 caring chefs. The restaurant manned by courteous, caring staff.

As excellent are the classic Japanese comfort foods many of us have grown up with---bento, tempura, donburi, combos. They also sometimes have interesting and creative specials for the day.

The interior is quaint, humble, and casual without being cheap. Look around and you might notice details that are quintessentially Japanese. When you walk in, you'll usually be greeted by their friendly security guard who'll also greet you goodbye. The staff are even nice enough to walk you out if they're not busy.

It's all in the details right? That and, of course, the consistently wonderful meals make going here so satisfying every time.

Some notes that I think should be made for first-timers: (1) the sushi is traditional; no big menu of big and sauced-up rolls. (2) you're looking at $12-20 for the prices, but I believe that you truly get bang for your buck for the food that is consistently high-quality and carefully prepared. (3) the place is small and may be hard to spot; parking in the rear or on the street.

I'll be updating my review with photos...

My new favorite sushi bar in the SGV! First time here tonight to meet my quota of 3 servings of fish a week and was very happy to see uni, sweet shrimp, and oysters on the dinner menu. I ordered each with the Matsu-sashimi combo which comes with a nice variety of fish within its 20 pieces. It was a lot of food as it came with miso soup and a bowl of rice.

I love sushi bars that have a whole-in-the-wall, mom-and-pop charm as the quality of the fish and communal ambience transports me back to Tokyo. The presentation of the fish was simple elegance (I have pics on my website), and the service was friendly and attentive. Lot's of regulars and it was a good turnout for a Tuesday night.

They don't have nigori sake, youll need to ask for ginger, and the head of the sweet shrimp was a bit overcooked, but those are small details. I will still go to Yama for take home sashimi, but Tai Hei is my go to when I want to save the drive out to...