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Twenty Years Behind the Bar

Sushi Mafia started with one veteran chef, one bold idea, and zero interest in playing it safe. This is what happens when serious craft meets a personality that refuses to stay in the box.
The Craftsman Comes First

The Craftsman Comes First

Jimi Cendana spent more than twenty years behind the sushi bar before opening his own restaurant. The precision on every plate is real — it's the foundation everything else is built on.
Dinner Feels Like an Event

Dinner Feels Like an Event

City skyline murals, red and gold geometry, leather banquettes, neon at the windows. The interior is a commitment — not a gimmick.
A Menu That Earns Repeat Visits

A Menu That Earns Repeat Visits

From the American Gangster roll to uni shooters and no-rice hand rolls, this kitchen refuses to be pinned down. There's always one more thing you haven't tried.
Long Beach Claimed It

Long Beach Claimed It

Locals adopted Sushi Mafia fast — regulars by name, 4.8 stars, and the place you bring friends when you want to show off your city.
From Long Beach to Katy

From Long Beach to Katy

Cendana opened in Katy, Texas in 2022, with a second Houston-area location in the works. Same kitchen, growing family.