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At the restaurant Hamasaku, The Green Dragon sushi features six rolls with a spicy tuna center, topped with avocado, soy paper and sweet soy. The roll is just one of many premium rolls that Hamasaku offers its customers. (Nate Nickolai/Daily Bruin senior staff)

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Finding a delicious restaurant in Los Angeles can be difficult among the city’s thousands of dining options. To help readers narrow down their search, the Daily Bruin will review restaurants located along main street boulevards near UCLA each week.

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Boulevard Bites: Hamasaku boasts quality sushi, vibrant presentation

By Nate Nickolai

Jan. 17, 2017 12:00 a.m.