Hidden in the back corner of a mini-mall, HamaSaku may seem like an unlikely spot for star sightings, but this sushi stronghold is frequented by everyone from Harrison Ford to Calista Flockhart to Christina Aguilera, who even has a roll named after her. The décor is minimalist chic, with a polished bamboo sushi bar, wooden tables, modern art, and screens that act as privacy shields. Raw fish is exquisitely fresh, and the chefs turn out amazing sculptural towers of salads and imaginative hand rolls that utilize cucumber instead of seaweed.

HamaSaku Information:

• Japanese menu. Lunch, dinner. Closed Sun; holidays. Casual attire. Reservations recommended. Valet parking. Outdoor seating.