Walk in together
SUGARFISH does not take reservations. Once your full party has arrived, the team seats guests first come, first served. It is the simplest way to begin the meal without a long list of arrangements.
SUGARFISH California
Sushi in Manhattan Beach
304 12th St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
424 675-7644We do not take reservations. Guests are seated first come, first served, when the full party has arrived.
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Hours
Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Contact
For time-sensitive matters, email manhattanbeach@sugarfishsushi.com.
Gift cards
Purchase a gift card online or at the restaurant.
Sushi in Manhattan Beach
A meal made to be enjoyed now.
SUGARFISH Manhattan Beach brings Chef Kazunori Nozawa's focused approach to sushi to 12th Street. Come in hungry, choose a Trust Me menu, and let a considered progression of sashimi, nigiri, and hand rolls carry the meal forward. Fish is cut to order, rice is served warm and loosely packed, and each course comes out when it is ready to be enjoyed.
The experience is deliberately uncomplicated. Rather than asking you to assemble a long order one piece at a time, the menu gives the meal its shape. Start with the Trust Me that feels right for your appetite, settle in with your table, and give each course its moment as it arrives.
SUGARFISH is for a lunch that feels like a pause in the day, a relaxed dinner with people you want to spend time with, or a first sushi meal that does not ask you to become an expert before you sit down. The food has a clear point of view, but the visit stays easy: arrive with your whole party, let the team know about food allergies before you order, and enjoy the next piece when it reaches the table.
Updated September 22, 2026
Plan your visit
Arrive together. Let us handle the rest.
Choose a Trust Me
Each Trust Me menu follows a progression from sashimi to nigiri to hand rolls. Pick the one that fits your appetite, then let the course sequence do the deciding for you.
Take it with you
Need sushi elsewhere? Order pickup or delivery through Postmates.
At 304 12th St., the useful details are all in one place: the restaurant seats walk-ins when the entire party is present, the current menu explains the Trust Me choices, and pickup or delivery can be ordered when staying in is the better plan. That leaves you free to focus on the meal, not the mechanics around it.
Your first Trust Me
Start with a progression, not a list.
A Trust Me menu is the clearest way to experience SUGARFISH Manhattan Beach for the first time. The meal begins with sashimi, continues through nigiri, and finishes with hand rolls. It is designed as a complete experience rather than a collection of individual decisions, so the flavors, temperature, and pace can build naturally from the first bite to the last.
That structure makes a first visit feel welcoming whether you already know what you love or are still learning the names on a sushi menu. There is no need to compare every fish before you begin. Choose the menu that fits your appetite, then let the table focus on the course in front of it. The result is a meal that feels considered but never overcomplicated.
SUGARFISH prepares and seasons food in the Nozawa style without substitutions. If you have food allergies, please tell the team before you order. For current selections and pricing, view the Trust Me menus →.
The Nozawa approach
Warm rice. Cool fish. A clear moment for each piece.
The details behind SUGARFISH are simple to describe and exacting to deliver. Rice is warm and lightly packed. Fish is cut to order. Nigiri is served when its temperature and texture are where they should be. Hand rolls are folded just before they reach the table, which is why they are best eaten right away.
Timing is part of the food. A piece of nigiri is not meant to wait while the table debates the next order. A hand roll is at its best while the nori is still crisp. The Trust Me format keeps that rhythm intact, moving the meal forward one course at a time so each element can do its job.
For a closer look at the ingredients and craft behind the meal, learn about our food →. If you are deciding between neighborhoods, explore all SUGARFISH locations →.
Make the most of it
Give the next course your attention.
Sushi at SUGARFISH is served with intention, but there is no ceremony to master. Eat the piece when it arrives. Notice the contrast between the rice and fish. When the next course comes, let that be the next decision. The meal is designed to feel natural at the table, whether you are sharing it with longtime sushi regulars or introducing someone to the format for the first time.
That is also why the menu stays focused. A shorter set of choices lets the fish, rice, and preparation carry more of the experience. It creates room for a meal that feels generous without becoming busy, and for a conversation that is not interrupted by a stack of menus or a complicated ordering process.
Curious about the names and formats you may see? Our guide to types of sushi → is a useful place to start before you visit, but you do not need homework to enjoy a Trust Me. Come hungry and let the meal unfold.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a reservation at SUGARFISH Manhattan Beach?+
No. SUGARFISH does not take reservations. The restaurant seats complete parties first come, first served, so arrive when everyone in your group is ready to dine.
What should I order at SUGARFISH Manhattan Beach?+
For a first visit, a Trust Me menu is the most direct introduction. It is served as a progression of sashimi, nigiri, and hand rolls, with each course arriving when it is ready to eat.
Can I order pickup or delivery from SUGARFISH Manhattan Beach?+
Yes. Pickup and delivery are available through Postmates. Choose the option that fits your plans, then enjoy SUGARFISH wherever you are headed.
Can SUGARFISH accommodate food allergies?+
Please tell the team about food allergies before ordering. SUGARFISH prepares and seasons its food in the Nozawa style, so it is best to ask before the meal begins.
A focused table
Simple enough to return to.
There is a reason the SUGARFISH menu feels different from a long, open-ended sushi list. A focused meal gives more attention to the things that matter at the table: the cut of the fish, the temperature of the rice, the crispness of a hand roll, and the rhythm from one course to the next. It makes the experience easy to share, even when everyone at the table would normally order differently.
That focus also makes Manhattan Beach a comfortable choice for a casual first visit or a familiar return. Choose a Trust Me, let the sequence arrive, and keep the conversation where it belongs. If you want an individual favorite alongside the set menu, the full menu → is there to explore. The heart of the experience remains the same: sushi prepared with care and served at the moment it is ready.
The format leaves room for the small pleasures that can get lost in a more complicated order. A first piece arrives, then another follows while the earlier flavor is still fresh in mind. The table can linger over a favorite, trade impressions, or simply enjoy a quiet lunch without feeling like every decision needs a discussion. It is sushi that asks you to be present, not perform expertise.
For guests who already know SUGARFISH, that familiar rhythm is part of the draw. For newcomers, it is a straightforward way in. The menu guides the meal without making it rigid, and the team brings each course out with the same attention whether you are here for a quick lunch, a weeknight dinner, or a longer evening with friends.