Ai Japanese Restaurant

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1013 Fair Oaks Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030

Ai Japanese Restaurant in South Pasadena, CA offers an impressive menu of Japanese dishes, with a focus on popular items like teriyaki and sushi. Known as a Fair Oaks staple eatery, Ai is beloved by local regulars for its affordability, proximity, and expert food preparation.

With friendly and accommodating service, Ai Japanese Restaurant is a popular choice for both lunch and dinner. The restaurant's lunch specials are especially budget-friendly, making it a convenient and accessible dining option for the community.

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3.0445 reviews
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Tad K.
11/8/2025

One of the best Japanese restaurants in the area. As with everywhere, prices have gone up, but the quality of the food here has not suffered at all. Fresh sushi, sashimi wide variety of specials....

Anna C.
11/12/2025

Love this place. The food is consistent good. I ordered sukuyaki and mixed tempura this time. Sukiyaki never fails, and thr mixed tempura is crispy and yummy.

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Andrew H.
5/7/2024

Food is pretty decent across the board, no complaints for my meal. Pricing was fair and service was good. Overall very clean and quiet atmosphere. Parking in the back; decent street parking as...

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Ronald N.
4/29/2025

I've been going to Ai for over a quarter of a century with my family. Fumito is a funny and talented sushi chef. They have the best Chiraishi and a wide variety of delicious Japanese cuisine....

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Seb F.
4/3/2024

This is my secret place to unwind... Humble service and pricing ... No hustle and bustle...at least not on a Monday night... Japanese servers and Chefs... Really really solid prices on Dishes...

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