Wabi on Rose

4.7 (1428)

$31 to $50

Sushi

512 Rose Ave, Unit F, Venice, CA 90291-5834

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

This local hot spot suffered a fire in 2018 and triumphantly returned in 2020. With Chef Rain's innovative cuisine and vibrant bar scene, Wabi on Rose embodies the Rose Avenue lifestyle. Sexy, contemporary design, frames this hip spot with a chic outdoor seating area. Neighborhood regulars enjoy the fresh-caught, Pacific Rim, sushi inspired menu,and live fire grill. Swimsuit to business suit, all are welcome.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese, Pacific Rim
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 564-2177
Website
http://wabionrose.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Rain Pantana

Location
512 Rose Ave, Unit F, Venice, CA 90291-5834
Neighborhood
Venice
Cross street
Corner of, Rose Avenue and Rennie Avenue.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Edamame$7.00
Salt or Chili Garlic
Miso Zen$7.00
Kombu broth, green onion, organic tofu
Miso Gold$15.00
Veggie miso, sautéed vegetables, crispy garlic, chili oil, citrus
Brussels Sprouts$13.00
Sweet chili, creamy sesame, pickled Fresno, mint
Crispy Rice$14.00
Spicy tuna, avocado mousse, eel sauce, Serrano chili
Chicken Karaage$15.00
Jidori fried chicken, yuzu aioli
Spicy Wagyu Dumplings$19.00
Chili oil, crispy garlic, scallion (steamed or fried)
Oysters
Cocktail sauce, mignonette (6 minimum)
- ea$4.00

To Share

Yellowtail Special$28.00
Sweet garlic puree, Serrano chili, yuzu soy, micro cilantro
Albacore$26.00
Crispy parsnip, spicy ponzu, EVOO
Seared Toro$29.00
Black truffle, caviar, smoked soy, maldon salt, 24k gold
Tai Thai Thai$27.00
Snapper, lemon vinaigrette, EVOO, lemon zest, maldon salt, shiso, Thai basil
Magic Miso Cod$36.00
Line caught local black cod marinated in miso served over bok choy
Paradise Poké Bowl$29.00
Koshihikari Rice, truffle sauce, seasonal fruit

Special Rolls

Baked Crab$19.00
Alaskan crab legs, blue crab, avocado, Kewpie, Soy paper
Greenie$22.00
Avocado, seasonal veggies, balsamic reduction, almond, Tamari Lemon
Puck You!!!$27.00
Spicy yellowtail, cucumber, chives, snapper, shiso, Thai Basil, Yuzu
Rick James$26.00
Halibut, spicy tuna, avocado, yellowtail, yuzu aioli, spicy eel, Serrano chili, Sriracha
Feel the Rain$28.00
Spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, yellowtail, spicy eel sauce, Serrano chili
Tiger King$27.00
Salmon, mango, avocado, Bluefin tuna, sesame sauce, lemon juice, garlic chips
Midnight Rain$31.00
Toro, spicy blue crab, panko shrimp, avocado, cucumber, caviar, gangster sauce, black truffle, gold

Wood Fire Grill

Tropical Chicken Skewers$19.00
Mirin soy glazed, charred pineapple, crispy rice pearls, mint
Thai Steak Skewers$21.00
Outside skirt, tamarind, fish sauce, Thai chili
Hamachi Collar$19.00
Tamarind bbq glaze, Thai basil, mint, charred lemon

Classic Rolls

Avocado Roll$8.00
Cucumber Roll$8.00
Shrimp Tempura$12.00
Kewpie, avocado, cucumber
Spicy Tuna$12.00
Avocado, cucumber
Yellowtail$13.00
Avocado, cucumber
Salmon$12.00
Avocado, cucumber
California Roll$17.00
Wild caught Canadian red crab, kewpie, avocado, cumber
Blue Crab$17.00
Kewpie, avocado, crispy garlic, cucumber
Eel Roll$15.00
Avocado, cucumber, eel sauce

Sushi + Sashimi

Sushi Platter$37.00
11 premium pieces
Rain's Sashimi Garden$47.00
Assorted 17 pcs
Japanese Snapper$11.00
Hokkaido Scallop$11.00
Spanish Mackerel$12.00
Salmon$12.00
Bluefin Tuna$12.00
Sea Urchin$19.00
Amberjack$11.00
Yellowtail$11.00
Halibut$11.00
Toro$17.00
Ikura$11.00
Octopus$11.00
Golden Eye Snapper$16.00
Fresh Water Eel$11.00
Black Snapper$11.00
Sweet Shrimp
- ea$11.00
Quail Egg
- ea$3.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Wabi on Rose.

4.7

(1428)

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wabi on Rose was cherished for its "exceptional food" and "outstanding service." Guests loved the "creative menu" and "fresh ingredients," especially the sashimi and wagyu dumplings. The "chic ambience" and "inviting atmosphere" made it a popular choice for special occasions, despite mixed experiences with service and music.

1,429 Reviews

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K Gold
New York City2 reviews
1.0
Dined on October 13, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
When we arrived for our reservation, the restaurant was closed.
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imelda Gold
Los Angeles6 reviews
1.0
Dined on October 11, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We had a 7:15 reservation, but the service made the evening really disappointing. The waiter didn’t ask whether we wanted still or sparkling water. I tried to order a cocktail alongside our bottle of champagne, but was ignored, and we had to remind him that we wanted to start with a cocktail. We ordered two appetizers, which arrived quickly, but then our waiter didn’t come back for almost an hour to take our order for more food. We were left drinking champagne while waiting, and I ended up feeling more intoxicated than I wanted before we’d even had a proper meal. After waiting and still not getting a chance to order more food, we left and went to another restaurant to eat. It was frustrating and took away from what should have been a nice night out.
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Ali
Orange County1 review
1.0
Dined on September 27, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We seated on the outside garden. The table was dirty. We saw a spider on the table and Mollusca at the seat. Gingers was not fresh. It is basically American sushi restaurant. Not worth it. Disappointed.
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Julie
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great night! The food was exceptional, and Taj provided outstanding service. He made us feel so welcome and taken care of. We will definitely be back!
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Iveth
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome service. They were friendly and fast. I love their unique twist to every item 💕 The ingredients are high quality from the fish to the garnishes.
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Nina
Los Angeles13 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is excellent. The fish is so fresh and delicious. A very creative menu, with spicy sauces and elegant presentations. The staff is super friendly and attentive. Thank you Chef!!
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Andy
Los Angeles21 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 19, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there we’ll be back wish they had a steak on the menu, only comment Overall good, thanks.
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Anne Gold
San Diego49 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a lovely experience. The staff was really helpful, service was outstanding and the food was excellent. The sashimi salad amd waygu dumplings and the tiger king roll was perfect for the two of us. We will definitely return.
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John Gold
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 6, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Classy place! We were definitely impressed. Great ambience, great service! Bring a date or a few friends.
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Danielle
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and drinks. Great advice from server on food and drink recommendations. The only complaint was that there was no candle on the birthday dessert.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese, Pacific Rim
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 564-2177
Website
http://wabionrose.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Rain Pantana

Location
512 Rose Ave, Unit F, Venice, CA 90291-5834
Neighborhood
Venice
Cross street
Corner of, Rose Avenue and Rennie Avenue.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

For a quieter visit, Sunday evenings are a good pick, guests report very light Sunday-night seating; Saturday early afternoons have also been described as surprisingly calm.

Yes, Wabi on Rose welcomes private parties and hosts private events as part of its offering.

Yes, Wabi on Rose is frequently praised as a go‑to date spot, with intimate garden seating, chic ambiance, and guests celebrating anniversaries and engagements there.

Yes, Wabi on Rose offers a chic outdoor seating area, including sidewalk booths and an indoor/outdoor garden patio (guests also report heat lamps for cooler evenings).

Wabi on Rose mixes sexy, contemporary design with a chic garden-patio and a lively bar, choose the protected indoor garden for a cozier meal or the sushi bar and full drink bar when you want the buzzy, nightlife vibe.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, so a touch of effort is welcome; the owner even notes "swimsuit to business suit, all are welcome, " so you’ll feel comfortable whether you dress up or keep it casual.

Yes, Wabi on Rose is family-friendly; guests have celebrated children’s birthdays there and say both kids and elders felt welcomed and relaxed by the staff.

For a quieter visit, try lunch or early afternoon, guests report lunch visits and Saturday early afternoons were surprisingly not crowded, and some Sunday evenings have also felt very calm.

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To Start

Edamame$7.00

Miso Zen$7.00

Miso Gold$15.00

Brussels Sprouts$13.00

Crispy Rice$14.00

Chicken Karaage$15.00

Spicy Wagyu Dumplings$19.00

Oysters

To Share

Yellowtail Special$28.00

Albacore$26.00

Seared Toro$29.00

Tai Thai Thai$27.00

Magic Miso Cod$36.00

Paradise Poké Bowl$29.00

Special Rolls

Baked Crab$19.00

Greenie$22.00

Puck You!!!$27.00

Rick James$26.00

Feel the Rain$28.00

Tiger King$27.00

Midnight Rain$31.00

Wood Fire Grill

Tropical Chicken Skewers$19.00

Thai Steak Skewers$21.00

Hamachi Collar$19.00

Classic Rolls

Avocado Roll$8.00

Cucumber Roll$8.00

Shrimp Tempura$12.00

Spicy Tuna$12.00

Yellowtail$13.00

Salmon$12.00

California Roll$17.00

Blue Crab$17.00

Eel Roll$15.00

Sushi + Sashimi

Sushi Platter$37.00

Rain's Sashimi Garden$47.00

Japanese Snapper$11.00

Hokkaido Scallop$11.00

Spanish Mackerel$12.00

Salmon$12.00

Bluefin Tuna$12.00

Sea Urchin$19.00

Amberjack$11.00

Yellowtail$11.00

Halibut$11.00

Toro$17.00

Ikura$11.00

Octopus$11.00

Golden Eye Snapper$16.00

Fresh Water Eel$11.00

Black Snapper$11.00

Sweet Shrimp

Quail Egg

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