Shirube

4.7

168 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

13 Mar 2025

11:00 pm

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem
Good for business meals

The first ever Shirube was established in Tokyo, in 1968, by Takashi Uno, who quickly earned the nickname 'God Father of Izakaya'. Since then, it has become a business passed down from father to sons, who have grown Shirube to 12 locations all over Japan. Kodai and Yudai Uno have brought Shirube to Santa Monica, for its first ever U.S location. We are a traditional, Japanese Izakaya centered around quality food and amazing customer service. Our signature dishes of Sashimi Mori, Aburi Shime Saba, Corn Ribs, and Mentaiko Udon, are rapidly winning the hearts of all who give them a try. Our ever growing cocktail menu, has a blend of sake and shochu based beverages to delight the senses and offer a unique and memorable take on your favorite drinks. The interior is moody and carefully cultivated to give a cozy, intimate feeling to our diners.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Izakaya, Washoku
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 17:00–22:45 Sat 16:00–22:45 Sun 16:00–21:45 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 17:00–18:30 Fri, Sat 21:00–22:30 Sat, Sun 16:00–18:00
Phone number
(310) 393-2533
Website
https://shirubeusa.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Kodai Uno

Location
424 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401-1410
Area
Santa Monica
Cross Street
Wilshire Blvd x 5th street right beside Chevron
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Wine

Experiences

Private Room
Multiple dates available
The Private Room is separated from the main dining. It seats up to 8 comfortably, and is designed for a more private and excluded experience.

Sapporo Premium Draft 12ozUSD 5.00
Hakutsuru Junmai Hot SakeUSD 6.00
Balanced & Smooth premium house sake. Mellow but rich mouthfeel.
Japanese Style “Whiskey” Coke USD 8.00
Barley Shochu, Coke, Lime
YaegakiUSD 6.00
Our House Cold Sake! Dry, Crisp, Peaches, Citrus
Glass WineUSD 10.00
Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Noir

Bites

Monday to Thursday, 5pm to 6:30pm

Edamame USD 5.00
Sea Salt & Lime
Kakuni TacoUSD 5.00
Braised Sakura Pork Belly, Takana Mayo
Tomato SaladUSD 6.00
Cherry Tomato, Sushi Ginger, Cilantro
Corn RibsUSD 6.00
Corn on the Cob, Shoyu Butter
NegitoroUSD 7.00
Tuna, Avocado, Nori Wasabi, Tobiko, Garlic Bread
KarraAge JanUSD 8.00
Chicken Karaage, Chili Ponzu, Cilantro
Ebi Chili Mayo USD 9.00
Spicy Prawn Tempura, Sous Vide Egg
Salmon SashimiUSD 20.00
Fresh Salmon, Lime, Kelp Salt

What 168 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Westside
Good for groups
Westside
Japanese

Review summary

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Shirube in Santa Monica offers a delightful Japanese Izakaya experience with inventive dishes and "excellent" service. Patrons rave about the "amazing" sashimi, must-try corn ribs, and creative sushi tacos. The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff make it a "hidden gem," perfect for a memorable dining experience.

168 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Metal chairs a big problem … vey uncomfortable Would hesitate to return
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Terri VIP
Los Angeles61 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We’ve been here a few times before and it never disappoints! Delicious, fresh, thoughtfully prepared.
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Michael
Los Angeles2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Simply put, this restaurant almost ruined my life.
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Katie
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
amazing Valentine’s Day experience!! the waitress was so polite and friendly that truly made the whole experience. the food was outstanding and although the portions are small we left feeling full and happy (without breaking the bank). the negi tofu and the corn ribs were outstanding!! truly such a cool interior with an entire samurai outfit looking down on the restaurant. Will def be back!!
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Myrna
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolute delight! The food, creativity, attention to detail, service and presentation were exceptional. This will be a place to come back to again and again.
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lester
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
really good neighborhood japanese food and excellent service.
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Matt
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, great service, riendly vibes. Also… corn ribs!!!
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Brandi
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere. The staff is very nice. Will come back again!
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Mukund VIP
Los Angeles11 reviews
4.0
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I visited this Izakaya (similar to a pub or tapas place) in Santa Monica. It’s situated right next to a gas station, exuding an unassuming simplicity. This establishment is run by the sons of the founder, who holds the title of “Godfather of modern Izakaya” in Japan. Upon entering, you’re immediately transported into a long, rectangular space that’s stylishly lit. To your right, you’ll find the sushi counter, while to your left, there are tables that can seat two, four, or six people. They offer a happy hour menu, a special sushi menu, and an extensive sake/soju list. We decided to order from the happy hour menu. While you won’t find craft cocktails here, you can choose from a variety of Japanese beers or sake. The highlight of our meal was the Mackerel, which was prepared at the table with a blow torch. It was well-curated, tender, and simply melted in our mouths. The corn ribs were also a must-try, featuring baby corn infused in butter. The Karayage (fried chicken) was equally delicious, paired perfectly with the ponzu sauce. The garlic shrimp, which are only available on the happy hour menu, had a delightful crunch thanks to the garlic chili sauce. The service was efficient, the noise level was low, and there was something for everyone on the menu. Parking is available on the street, and the prices are reasonable, especially considering the happy hour menu.
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Molly
Chicago1 review
3.0
Dined on 11 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food but a bit expensive for what you get :(
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Shirube is rated 4.7 stars by 168 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

13 Mar 2025

11:00 pm

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

424 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401-1410

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Wilshire Blvd x 5th street right beside Chevron
Area
Santa Monica
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 17:00–22:45 Sat 16:00–22:45 Sun 16:00–21:45 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 17:00–18:30 Fri, Sat 21:00–22:30 Sat, Sun 16:00–18:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Izakaya, Washoku
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Kodai Uno
Additional
Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Wine

Website
https://shirubeusa.com/
Phone number
(310) 393-2533

Shirube

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Private Room

Menu

Sips

Sapporo Premium Draft 12ozUSD 5.00

Hakutsuru Junmai Hot SakeUSD 6.00

Japanese Style “Whiskey” Coke USD 8.00

YaegakiUSD 6.00

Glass WineUSD 10.00

Bites

Edamame USD 5.00

Kakuni TacoUSD 5.00

Tomato SaladUSD 6.00

Corn RibsUSD 6.00

NegitoroUSD 7.00

KarraAge JanUSD 8.00

Ebi Chili Mayo USD 9.00

Salmon SashimiUSD 20.00

What 168 people are saying

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