High-quality lunch bento box coming with crispy tempura, grilled fish, tuna sashimi, salad. Sushi ordered separately also came in high standard at this price point. The sushi rice is a little warm, which IMO is how high-quality sushi should be presented. Glad they did it this way. Last but not the least, the service is great and delightful.

Cute little neighborhood sushi spot. Had an enjoyable experience here. It's a little unassuming sushi restaurant on the corner of Green St. Atphomshere had a traditional Japanese feel. Sashimi was fresh! Price is comparable to other sushi places in Pasadena. Food wise, it's more fresh tasting and not as pretententious as some other spots in Pasadena.

The best sushi experience in Pasadena currently. Prices are reasonable, and the fish is top quality. They also are one of the ONLY places that serve, on menu, a vegetarian Udon. It is FANTASTIC. 100% recommend, and will be back likely this week again. I will always come back...

Matsuri has been a family favorite for years - a quality family-owned restaurant. The owners are from Japan, if that’s a useful heuristic for you. Their food is always delicious, and I find their tempura in particular, is wonderfully crispy and light. We ordered the Matsuri boat, and the variety (it includes teriyaki chicken, Tonkatsu, tempura, and sushi) as well as portions are generous. I’ve also thoroughly enjoyed their homemade croquettes as well. The service is attentive, warm and polite, which explains why there are so many regulars. I always look forward to visiting, and can’t wait to go again.

First time customer. Service was good. Food was tasty. Atmosphere was friendly. Recommendations for a better value... tempura udon would have been much better with 4 shrimp instead of 2 and a few more slices of vegetables. The sushi rolls should have less immitation crab filler with more and larger slices of fish. The menu should indicate how many pieces each roll has. This is simply a comparison and observation to other favorite sushi houses I go to. The AYCE sushi is not offered anymore. The food is not a good value for the money. Will not return!

Amazingly fresh and yummy food! Some of the best sushi around and reasonably priced too. Service is friendly and efficient. Great neighborhood sushi restaurant.

It was a great reminder of Japanese culture in the middle of Pasadena!! I'm definitely going back with my friends to try out more on the menu :D

How kind and friendly! Everyone was so welcoming :) we got chirashi and lunch special (pork katsu with crab rolls). The price was reasonable and they were VERY filling! The thick-cut sashimi felt very fresh and the variety was good. So nice to have such a homey, mom and pop restaurant specializing in authentic Japanese food. Check out their delicious Japanese food! Gambate to the Matsuri people!

Very authentic Japanese vibe! Great sushi and udon noodles!

Absolutely some of the most authentic Japanese food you can get here in Pasadena. The taste rivals that of Japan's, and will make any other Japanese restaurant taste bland. Price is a bit on the higher side, but that's to be expected for quality food. Highly recommended if you want to experience food from Japan, but don't want to travel oversea for it.

Sushi places live or die based on how the rice is prepared. The fish plays a secondary role to the rice itself. This place knows how to prepare sushi rice and I would think it is a closely guarded family secret. The ginger does not appear to be from a mass market supplier. It has faint green edges in some places. Wasabi is pungent almost hand ground. To be located in Pasadena of all places, what a surprise. Nice local place for credible sushi.

Kind of expensive for sushi, but the other dishes were flavorful and well presented. The restaurant has a nice, calm, and welcoming feel. Great for a date night or something.

Favorite authentic Japanese restaurant. They have all the staples - natto, ume shiso, ama ebi, uni, and for the gluten intolerant they even have gluten free sky sauce. The fish and service are top notch and it's small and family owned so it's warm, welcoming, and not pretentious at all. Feels like coming home to eat dinner.

Ordered all the veggie/vegan options on the menu and enjoyed it. Reminded us of our visits in Japan. Pretty authentic, all that is needed is for people to remove their shoes upon arrival. Can't wait to go back

Nice cosy family-owned Japanese spot with many delicious offerings! Their bentos and sushi are top notch in quality and their staff is all Japanese which adds to the authentic atmosphere. Finally the organic matcha hot tea is the best I've had in a restaurant which pairs nicely with the food.

I loved the Sushi Suped Deluxe and the rest of our plates were fantastic as well. The restaurant was very accommodating of our large group.