MARU SUSHI AND RAMEN — Restaurant in Santa Monica

A must-visit, high value-for-money Japanese restaurant in Santa Monica!

After an intense Megaformer workout, this Japanese spot is just steps away—the ultimate seaside retreat for a post-exercise feast!

🍣 Incredible Food—Zero Disappointments!

🔹 The sashimi combo is a MUST-TRY—unbeatable value! We got the 12-piece set, beautifully arranged in a 3x3 grid, plus a choice of California roll or spicy tuna roll. Of course, we went with spicy tuna! Perfectly portioned for two girls, leaving us about 70%or 80%full (but 100% satisfied). Every single slice of sashimi was shockingly fresh—seriously, at this price point? Unbelievable! The sweet shrimp stole my heart, and they even fried the shrimp heads to crispy perfection. Top-tier quality across the board!

🌯 The Hand Rolls? Next-Level Delicious!

We tried the baked blue crab hand roll and the eel avocado hand roll—both were INSANELY good! Juicy, bursting with flavor, and loaded with fresh crab and eel—every bite was pure bliss.

🍜 Ramen Lovers, Take Note!

Their special ramen is a showstopper. Packed with toppings, boasting a rich, flavorful broth, and even featuring a unique pickled bamboo shoot that added a surprising twist! A must-try!

🥗 Appetizers Galore!

We went easy on the starters (too much main course already!) but couldn’t resist the pico de gallo—a vibrant mix of tuna, avocado, and jalapeños, scooped up with crispy corn tortillas. The perfect bar snack!

🌺 Charming Atmosphere with a Japanese Twist!

The decor is super aesthetic—floral ceilings add a dreamy vibe, while the outdoor terrace is perfect for soaking up sunshine by day and sipping drinks under the stars by night. The interior? A blend of cityscape murals, adorable anime accents, and cozy izakaya vibes.

🍸 Late-Night Drinks? This is THE Spot!

The bar area is gorgeous, exuding authentic Japanese izakaya charm. The crowd? Mostly locals, giving it a laid-back, friendly feel. Open until midnight, making it perfect for a sake or beer night with friends! Plus, the drink selection is vast and unbelievably affordable—an...

Came by again to enjoy their delicious meals and desserts. Fresh ingredients, amazing sushi and sashimi, perfectly made fried tempura, fried oysters, and baked salmon collars. The orange ice cream is just amazing! It is some kind of sorbet made from the sweet orange juice. It is a one of kind dessert. Very enjoyable and delightful.

This restaurant is amazing. The quality & caliber of their food is totally outstanding. VERY authentic Japanese food in presentation and taste. Their sushi and sashimi is very fresh and prepared very well. Their mackerel sushi was done to a perfection. Mackerel sushi has always been my personal favorite sushi. But it is not always easy to prepare the mackerel with the vinegar, salt marinating process. I was amazed how this restaurant prepared this sushi very well to my personal liking.

Each dish is a work of art in terms of attention to detail, skill, presentation, and taste. There is a Japanese saying, "You eat with your eyes first." Have been here several times with families and friends. The service has always been great, and we just love the atmosphere of the restaurant. Love the fact that this restaurant is open all day, every day, and late in the evenings. There is so much more on their menu for us to try and enjoy. Very much looking forward to many future dining...

🇺🇸Santa Monica🏝️Affordable High-Rated Japanese Restaurant Recommendation🍣 Visited Santa Monica beach today to play 🎢 Finally, not a food desert anymore! This hidden gem 【Maru Sushi & Ramen】 Is truly worth it!!!

⏰ Open until midnight for night owls 🐛 🅿️ Free parking for 1.5h nearby 🌊 Convenient location, just a five-minute walk from the beach

🥢 Must-try dishes 🍣 12pcs Sashimi Combo + California Roll 🍱 The sashimi is super fresh, and the plating is like a work of art 📸, perfect for photos! Just the right amount for two people~

🌋 Orange Volcano Roll The ignition is really cool! The outer layer has grilled salmon and spicy crab, inside there's a burst of cream cheese, super creamy but a bit greasy

🐟 Salmon Belly / Eel / Bluefin Toro / Sweet Shrimp (Sweet Shrimp) Salmon belly is my absolute favorite, rich in fat but not greasy🥹 The tuna and sweet shrimp are both amazing, always order them

🍜 MARU Special Ramen Rich pork bone broth, thick and flavorful Double portion of chicken + char siu, super aromatic Black garlic oil, pickled bamboo shoots, corn... plenty of toppings, the portion 👍🏻

💸 Average cost $30+ for this quality and location!! Really satisfying 🐛 Strolling by the Santa Monica Pier🌊 Enjoying the sunset 🌄 and dusk 🌇, and the sunset...