San Shi Go Newport Beach

★★★★☆ 4.4 (998) • $$$

"Accidentally made it to Newport Beach go late to eat dinner somewhere else in balboa ; THANK GOODNESS . Because we stumbled upon San Shi Go . Their attention to detail. AMAZING! The food 20/10 . The service 20/10 Friday night made perfect with this place. The vibe is so chill and intimate . Perfect for dinner with loved ones, Or a first date. And the dessert chestnut social was out of this world. And if you're contemplating getting ice cream and like savory ice cream ; GET THE BLACK SESAME"

Satoshi Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (903) • $$

"Their menu is extensive and lots of good appetizers.The quality of the fish is superb . The rolls are so tasty, sushi are so amazing, the price are fair. What I got was completely justifies the prices. The only thing last time I was there the oysters not really fresh I like usually. The atmosphere is very chill and comfortable,Service was incredible . A lot of parking! ."

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport

★★★★★ 4.5 (810) • $$$

"AYCE selection is so yummy and fresh.Service is good and very helpful. Lots of varieties that you can choose.The place is kinda small and they are pack.This is our 1st time visiting this year. Will coma back"

Orange Roll & Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.2 (926) • $$

"We ordered takeout and it was really disappointing.We picked up our order, had 5 different rolls and also a seaweed salad.Unfortunately it was all bad and tasted bad.Myself, husband and daughter took a couple bites and we had to toss it.Later we were all nauseous and ended up with an upset stomach.Definitely wouldn't recommend this place.It was our first and will be our last.The individuals that were there and cooks were friendly. I surprised of the individuals making the food.I'm sure there's a recipe they follow but this is just bad.We tossed it and I had to take my daughter and self to doctor.It was food poisoning and we won't be coming or recommending this place.Enter at your own risk."

Roll & Grill

★★★★★ 4.5 (806) • $

"Seems like this place is only for take-out. There are plenty of parkings around the area. There are bunch of chairs to sit and wait. The place is loud, the lady misheard the order number and didn't get the correct orders, but the food here is not bad."

Oak & Coal

★★★★★ 4.5 (728) • $$$

"Oak and Coal has been on my list for a while, thanks to TikTok. It was also on my husband's list to try. Finally made it out with my husband and toddler one Monday evening in October, and we were not disappointed! There was no wait, but the steady foot traffic showed we were in for a treat. Here's what we tried: * Chicken Karaage: Perfectly cooked with a crispy, flavorful batter. The hint of lemon zest in the batter was a great touch, so we didn't even need to add extra lemon. * Chashu Bao Buns: Delicious, fluffy bao buns with pork that was tender and flavorful. Everything in it was perfectly balanced. * Kurobuta Sausage Skewer: The sausage was juicy and flavorful. Can't go wrong with it. * Snake River Wagyu Beef Skewer: Cooked to perfection. The flavor was fantastic, and the beef was melt-in-your-mouth tender. * Seared Hamachi: Good, though we've had slightly better. The grilled asparagus was a nice addition, pairing well with the fish.For drinks, my husband tried a bartender's choice cocktail, which was deliciously refreshing. I went with the lychee spritz--light, refreshing, and not overly sweet.Overall, Oak and Coal was an awesome dining experience, and we can't wait to return and explore more of their full bar in the back (reservations only). Highly recommend!"

Sushi Koto

★★★★☆ 4.1 (863) • $$

"Super authentic Japanese spot with great sushi and bowls. It's very popular and there may be a wait, so I recommend calling in advance. The staff is very friendly and attentive. My boyfriend's dinner chirashi came with so much food! It's a little expensive but totally worth it."

Show Sushi

★★★★★ 4.5 (701) • $$

"First time at Show Sushi, and wow the service was great and the sushi was fresh!The oysters were freshly shucked with tobiko and sriracha on top. 5/5 don't skip the lemon ;)Sashimi and nigiri combo 5/5 so fresh and tasty. Love the marinated salmon and toro! !Seaweed salad was a bit skimping but it was still good 4/5They gave us two freebies on the house which was awesome and the service always checked in on us consistently. Lovely employees, thank you! For all of this food it was $210 before tip.Will be coming back when I'm in the area!"

KooKoo Grill

★★★★★ 4.5 (697) • $

"Small hole in the wall place with lots of flavor. We were at the ice rink down the street and walked over here for lunch. It is a small location on the edge of a strip mall. They have a few tables inside and out. Order at the counter. They have a good variety of foods. The wrap is grilled and delicious. We also got noodles, which had some kick. Everything we had good and we will definitely be back."

Tommy's Sushi & Japanese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (841) • $$

"I have been going to Tommy's for many many years. The ambiance hasn't changed in decades. It is what it is. Their sushi is off the charts great. You'll never have a better poke bowl as Tommy's poke is unique. Many of their specialty items are only found at Tommy's. I highly recommend them. And you will always get authentic service here. The staff is friendly."

Sankai Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (908) • $$

"Everything was so delicious! Sat at the sushi bar for referance...Every piece of fish was clean and beautifully presented and the flavor was excellent, in every bite. Loved the use of edible flowers and fresh cut vegetables. On top of the excellent food, the service was also good! My husband and I eat slot of ginger and usually have to ask for more, but without even asking, the waitress brought us more ginger and wasabi. (I know maybe it's a small thing but I was super happy about it) Was impressed with their wonderful sashimi recommendations! Stoked to have found such a great sushi restaurant so close to home! Will be back :)"

Koisan Sushi & Japanese Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.9 (842) • $$

"Loved it here. Our server (Ryan) was great and had some very good suggestions on the menu. Will definitely be coming back here for some more happy hour options and to explore the menu more."

Musashi Sushiya

★★★★☆ 3.8 (849) • $$

"Had a lovely quiet Christmas Eve dinner here. The service was excellent. Definitely passed the vibe check.My favorite was the uni shots and sushi. The miso soup was also very pleasant. The Underdog Burrito roll which has salmon, krab, and avocado wrapped in soy paper with ponzu sauce was fresh and delicious."

U Sushi & Grill

★★★★★ 4.6 (579) • $$

"Convenient location, easy to order.I hear their sushi is good, but I love their Korean wings! Unfortunately, the wings do not love my stomach! They are so saucy that I just can't handle them. I might be back for sushi though!"

Sushi Boom

★★★★☆ 4.3 (655) • $$

"I absolutely love great sushi, especially when it's always fresh! If you're planning to stop by, make sure to check their hours first. If it's close to their closing time, I'd recommend ordering your sushi to-go rather than dining in. That way, you can enjoy it at your convenience without feeling rushed.As someone who enjoys sushi hopping, I often keep my portions smaller when I'm trying multiple spots. It makes it easier to enjoy on the go, whether I'm eating in my car, at work, or saving it for later in the evening or even the next day. The best part about sushi from quality places is that it stays fresh, so it's just as delicious when enjoyed a little later!"

Gyutan Tsukasa USA

★★★★☆ 4.4 (620) • $$

"小事看格局， 細節見人品， 世間本無事，一切在人心～感恩節在帶孩子去南海岸買衣服，人山人海呀， 順便帶來吃全南加州最最好吃的牛舌飯， 小孩以前都是吃媽咪Togo 回去的，他們第一次自己過來，挑嘴的女兒超愛的，吃這牛舌飯是會上癮的，今天媽咪又過來吃了！"

AYCE Sushi SCM

★★★★☆ 3.7 (875) • $$$

"This was a great find. We were driving around looking for a place to eat and this place came up. Although it had some bad reviews (one being particularly recent), we decided to give it a shot anyway. We were very surprised by a few things:- the thickness of the sashimi cut (see photo)- the lack of rice in the nigiri (generally at AYCE, they'll pack on rice to get you full quicker)- the promptness of service (one of the recent reviews highlighted the terrible service)- the quality of the fishWe're looking to come back and this time with more people and a bigger appetite."

Wow Bento

★★★★☆ 4.4 (601) • $$

"this spot is literally right across the street from my job ! It is definitely hidden, but I am so glad I found it. Everything was so fresh Poké bowl was amazing. Great customer service very clean and the prices weren't too bad. Definitely worth it. I will be back very soon. Thank you."

Oji Sushi & Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (661) • $$

"For AYCE sushi this is the place to go! The fish quality compared to other AYCE places is truly top notch here. They have a limited on sashimi but otherwise all of the nigiri is unlimited. The actual size of the piece of sashimi on top of the rice is good sized; some places barely give you a piece and load it up with rice. The fish quality over all was good. The appetizers were amazing. We love a good crispy rice and garlic edamame and YUM! The cucumber salad is also delicious. Again for AYCE sushi this is phenomenal. Some of the staff were friendly/helpful and the restaurant itself needs some help. The bench cushions were split, the ceiling looks like somebody took a chunk out of it, and the bathroom.....oh boy it needs some love. The toilets were leaking so please get that fixed asap!"

Crazy Rock'N Sushi Alton Square

★★★★☆ 3.8 (756) • $$

"Everything was delicious! Salmon/cucumber rolls in picture. California crab rolls and chicken salad enough for 2 people. I've been here a few times and will continue to come again."

Ise Sushi Japanese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (643) • $$

"We have eaten the Bento Box many times. Every time it has been wonderful and plentiful. The service is great and efficient. We enjoy the location and never had to wait. We recommend ISE."

J Sushi Orange

★★★★☆ 4.3 (565) • $$

"The Sushi is 10/10 in my opinion. I got the Gold Dragon Roll, Iron Monkey, Salmon Lover, and Super Crunchy. The service was ok. They need to work on people skills. The Ambiance is weird too because they just stare at you while you eat lol. The reason is because the place is tiny. My suggestion is just order to go."

O Fine Japanese Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.3 (562) • $$$

"We came here to celebrate an important birthday. Thank you for the service and staff at " O Fine Japanese Cuisine" for making tonight special. The food was fresh and brought out at a fast rate. We ordered everything from edamame, seaweed salad, to lobster rolls, shrimp tempura rolls, chicken teriyaki and spicy dragon roll to name a few. Would definitely come back. It's one of my favorite sushi places. Parking is free and ambiance inviting.! 10/10Protip: i would reserve on open table to be sure you have a spot. Its a small venue and they can get busy with the summer starting and patrons coming in from the beach and montage beach hotel."

Kiyo Sushi & Sake

★★★★☆ 3.9 (664) • $$$

"The food is amazing ... and only topped by the service from the waitress (Tran). Highly recommend and will be back soon."

Samurai Sushi

★★★★☆ 4 (627) • $$

"One of my fave local sushi spots! BOGO 50% off happy hour all day Monday-Thursday! I love the interior decor with old photos of past guests. The staff is always super friendly with very quick service. The sushi itself is very good-- not exceptional but very well worth the price (esp if you go for happy hour). This time, I ordered the volcano roll and spider roll. Both were very good, the volcano roll is slightly spicy."

Kobe Gyukatsu

★★★★☆ 4.3 (536) • $$

"Great tasting food and generous portions at this Japanese & Korean restaurant. I ordered the creamy curry udon, which is a twist on traditional Japanese curry udon. The dish includes udon noodles, beef, and vegetables in a cream sauce. It was my first time trying this dish after seeing it all over social media this past year, and I'm happy to say it lived up to the hype. The sauce was different; it was thicker than what I'm used to from Asian restaurants while still maintaining a subtle taste of curry. The creaminess of the sauce comes from the use of cooking cream, or alternatively, evaporated milk. So you can imagine how thick the sauce coating the udon noodles was. All in all, it was a satisfying meal. ******************My Ratings:1 Star: Terrible; just thinking about it makes me angry.2 Stars: Wasn't a fan so Not likely to return.3 Stars: Meh. Average. Might return if others drag me.4 Stars: Yum! Likely to return.5 Stars: Amazing! Would plan my day around it."

Ikeda Japanese Dining

★★★★☆ 4.3 (530) • $$

"I'm so happy that my usual sushi spot was closed on Sunday afternoon, because it led me to find Ikeda. The lunch specials were a great deal. They came with miso soup which was flavorful and had plenty of tofu pieces, 5 pieces of sushi or 6 pieces of sashimi, and a roll. I recommend choosing the sashimi - the pieces were large and the fish was clean and fresh. The dragon roll (california roll topped with eel) tasted amazing. I also really liked the garfield roll, which was a california roll topped with baked salmon. Lastly, we ordered a surf roll and I loved the seaweed salad on top! My husband said it was like a dessert roll. All the rolls were thick and well portioned. I will definitely come back and recommend to others. Service was friendly and efficient and there was nice ambiance. I think they still had their romantic Valentine's Day Playlist on because there was a lot of Bryan Adams and Celine Dion playing."

Kanji Japanese Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4 (596) • $$$

"Want to start off by saying we had great service from Kyle. He was very sweet and attentive! Under some pressure as it seems he was being trained but he was great.Now, the food:I always check reviews before trying a new place especially sushi but this time I didn't because we were in a rush so I just looked up ayce and this place came up. The food was good some of the sushi tasted very buttery but I have to say I will not be returning. I ordered a baked crawfish dish and the topping tasted like mushed up whole wheat bread, it was disgusting! My husband couldn't eat it either. Never tasted something like that before so I recommend someone at the restaurant to try it themselves. Additionally, upon getting home I had a really bad stomachache! Thankfully, my family was fine it was just me but man it was not fun! You can imagine the shock I felt when I read other people felt this way soon after eating here which was really disappointing! Was excited to have found an ayce near us but until this place determines what aspect of the food handling process is being done incorrectly that is getting people sick, I will remain far far away."

Bluefin

★★★★☆ 3.9 (622) • $$$

"While staying at The Resort at Pelican Hill I was craving sushi at 6pm on a Friday. My local friend recommended we come here, which was spot on. We got a table immediately, and my husband ordered the rib eye while I had the 10-piece sushi selection. The nigiri was very fresh--some pieces were customized with delicious special sauces--and included a choice of a full simpler roll. The rib eye was excellent--very flavorful and juicy, as good as it gets. The vegetables were perfectly cooked, great with an added bowl of rice to soak up the sauce. Considering how much dining costs in this area, this is a great value and under the radar. Our friendly table neighbor recommended the duck confit as well (next time!)Being able to see the sunset and sky afterward from the outside tables was a nice bonus. Plenty of parking at the shopping center and friendly staff make this an easy choice."

Oh My Sushi

★★★★★ 4.5 (457) • $$

"You've got to try this place! Sushi is some of the best you can get anywhere.Try the Crown Valley Roll, indescribably tasty!!!"

Kaigen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (489) • $$$

"My gf and I like usual were craving sushi and searched out a spot near by work. I had Kaigen bookmarked so we made a reservation at the bar. Parking is in an open lot, and it was pretty empty when we went inside. The menu is pretty standard, along with their specials on the board and their omakase options. They also do have yakitori which is a plus. We could not figure out what we wanted so we both decided on the sushi omakase. _Sushi Omakase ($42) Comes with 9 pieces nigiri sushi, and yellowtail hand roll or blue crab hand roll, miso soup and salad. The order is as follows;+Bluefin Tuna. The tuna is fresh and although I am not a big fan of bluefin tuna, this was simple and good. +Amberjack. A solid nigiri. It did not need much soy sauce as it was already dressed in a ligtht sauce that seemed like a ponzu sauce.+Sea Bream. A very light fish, and often can be a bit bland. It was topped with a bit of yuzu koshu and salt, that gives a light salty flavor to bring out the fish and a bit of spice from the yuzu koshu. +Scallop. One of my favorites. Fresh and meaty. Topped with a bit of black salt.+Cherry Salmon. Different from a regualr salmon and salmon belly. Less fatty than the belly, and a bit more sweeter. This was good.+Sea Bass. This was mild and light. The sauce and garnish on top was great. +Toro. The toro was fresh and slighty fatty. Melts in your mouth. +Black Cod. This is what I kept seeing on yelp and I was happy that it was included in the omakase, otherwise I would have ordered it a la carte. Slightly fatty and oily, but in the right ways. The char marks were beautifully done and had that nice depth of flavor to it. +Blue Crab Hand Roll. Pretty solid, I thought it was baked but that was my fault. Good amount of fresh crab meat to rice ratio. +Uni (off omakase) This nigiri was not the typical wrapped in nori nigiri. Just a big slab of fresh uni on top of the rice. It was fresh, not the best I''ve had, but enough to hit that uni craving. _Kiss of Fire Roll ($18) Spicy tuna, fresh jalapeno, cucumber and avocado inside, cajun peppered seared ahi tuna on top with chili ponzu sauce. This roll was a bit spicy but more of a peppery taste than a slow burning spice. A pretty good roll. I will say, I was not a fan of the sushi rice. I find that the rice can be more important than the fish itself, and I was not a fan of the texture. Overall very fair price for the quality. Great service. Will be back to itch my sushi cravings and try their yakitori as well."

Ojai Burger

★★★★☆ 4.3 (455) • $$

"The Sign in front had me at wagyu lol. Pretty small location inside. It was decently busy not much of a line. I got the wagyu rice bowl in all honestly just my opinion I thought it was okay lol. The bowl reminded me of a fancier yoshinoya. The fries were my favorite they were crispy and fresh the taste was good balance. The burger sorry I don't remember which one it was it was okay too for what it is. Had alot of cabbage. Overall the cashier and everyone was very nice and helpful."

Tabu Shabu Huntington Beach

★★★★★ 4.7 (368) • $$

"Tabu Shabu has been my go-to spot for Japanese hot pot for the past six years. We always arrive right when it opens at 5 PM to avoid the wait and take advantage of their 20% off happy hour deal from 5-6 PM, Monday through Friday.Here's what we usually order:Sukiyaki broth, large Angus beef, udon, brown rice, carrots and spinach.Spicy miso or plain water with kombu, regular Angus beef, shiratake noodles, white rice and all the veggies.One of my favorite things is the garlic, sesame oil and green onion seasoning they put on the raw beef. It adds so much flavor as it cooks. They also provide generous servings of ponzu and goma sauces which are perfect for dipping. I appreciate the shiratake noodles as a gluten-free or low-carb option.During the pandemic, we often ordered takeout and enjoyed their delicious hot pot at home using our electric pot. Even now, we occasionally opt for takeout when we're in the mood for a cozy, leisurely meal at home.The servers are always attentive and incredibly helpful making the dining experience even better. We love coming here and will continue to support this location!"

TruSushi 'n Fish

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (732) • $$

"Such a perfect spot for a Saturday afternoon lunch with the family! So filling and they had fantastic service as well. The music was not overwhelming at all, and the ambiance was very welcoming. They have an indoor area as well as a patio, depending on what you are looking for. Huge range of sushi, but they also have bowl options, noodles, and plates to choose from. We all walked away very happy with our meal!"

Soba Izakaya MINAMI

★★★★☆ 4.2 (450) • $$

"Soba noodles are some of my all-time favorite Japanese foods. After having a few disappointing sobas around SoCal, my wife and I came to Soba Izakaya Minami on a recommendation from a friend.Like the name implies, this restaurant is part soba restaurant, part izakaya. We didn't try anything off of the izakaya menu. Instead, we wanted to focus on their soba noodles, so we got two different versions: a cold soba with tempura and their signature soba with duck dipping sauce.This is quite possibly the best soba I've had outside of Japan. The noodles have exactly the right texture: firm, yet cooked all the way through, and chewy without being mushy. The tempura is a little bit on the oily side, but I'll give it a pass due to the outstanding soba.When you order, you can choose how many servings of soba you want to start off with: one, two, or three. Three servings is like a typical American-sized meal. There's no extra charge for this, so unless you're a lighter eater, you'll probably want three servings.Onto the duck soba. I typically like cold soba, but the hot duck broth was very interesting: rich, smoky, and full of umami. There are a few pieces of duck meat in the broth as well. I enjoyed it, but given that the prices are equivalent, I'd rather get the soba with the tempura.Laguna Hills is not the closest city to us, but we'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area and craving soba!"