Maru Sushi And Ramen

Loved this gorgeous sushi spot. The decor is beautiful and the food is amazing. I love a good crunchy spicy tuna roll and theirs was delicious. I also enjoyed the option to sit inside, outside or at the bar. They're open later than some places as well which is very convenient.

- Tatianna Leachet -

amazing service. Both ladies were so kind and attentive. I really recommend the tonkatsu Ramen and the Bulgogi Ramen . Such good pork chashu . We also tried the mango green tea— also great! The only thing we did not love was the sushi . But would definitely come back again for the ramen!

- fern -

A hidden gem near Santa Monica Pier! Great value, tasty food, and friendly service. The Maru Ramen has a light yet flavorful broth with generous portions. The Yellow & Orange Volcano rolls with seared salmon, spicy crab, and cheese were unique and delicious. The Sashimi Combo was beautifully presented, fresh, and an amazing deal. Perfect spot for a casual meal or after watching the sunset—highly recommend!

- Cathy li -

Maru Sushi & Ramen completely exceeded my expectations. I ordered the sashimi combo, and every piece was incredibly fresh — melt-in-your-mouth quality. The salmon skin salad was a great surprise: light, crispy, and felt like a healthy choice without sacrificing flavor. But the real showstopper was the Orange Volcano Roll — it literally comes out on fire! Not only was it visually stunning, but the flavors delivered too. Friendly staff, cozy vibe, and top-notch food — I’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend!

- Bear -

Were hungry so we found this Japanese restaurant at the corner of 4th st and Wiltshire Blvd. The place is clean and quiet. We got seated by the window looking out into the sidewalk. I ordered the Chicken Ramen. My wife ordered the Black Garlic Ramen. The food came in fast and was really tastefully prepared with the usual bone broth but it tasted really great! Bone broth wasn’t salty at all. Both were prepared professionally. We additionally ordered the Chirasi Bowl. For the price of $27 for the bowl it is a little high but I guess due to the rising cost of fresh fish. We are just glad that the Ramen was really affordable and was better than Silver Lake Ramen.

- Roberto T -

Such a great find in Santa Monica! The vibe here is super cozy with cute decor, perfect for a casual dinner or a night out with friends. It’s close to the beach too, which makes it ideal for a post-meal stroll. I tried the sashimi combo, the Orange Volcano roll, plus some sushi favorites: salmon, salmon belly, tuna toro, and tamago egg. Everything was fresh and good in portion. The Orange Volcano had the perfect balance of spice and richness (and had a little fire show!) To end the meal, I got ice cream, which was the perfect sweet finish . Service was friendly, prices were very reasonable for the area, and the overall vibe felt stylish yet relaxed. Definitely one of those spots I’d come back to again and again!

- April P -

We had a wonderful dinner at Maru. The restaurant feels cozy, the service was warm and attentive, and the sushi rolls and sashimi were incredibly fresh. We also enjoyed some excellent sake. We’ll definitely be back.

- Mayi Barov -

Checked out this sushi spot recently, and everything was solid. The sushi set was way better than expected super fresh fish, good rice, and the whole combo just worked. For the price, the value was honestly great. The draft beer was also on point. Cold, fresh, and went really well with the sushi. The staff were cool and helpful. They explained everything clearly and took care of what we needed right away. Super easy, comfortable experience overall. Good food, good price, good service. I’d definitely come back.

- David Kim -