The Most Delectable Sushi Bars in Santa Ana

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"

Yubuya

★★★★★ 4.8 (221)

"I'm pretty picky about fish because I'm not great with fishy taste. Satisfied here because the fish here was fresh :)I ordered the spicy yellowtail and the fresh salmon. Both are delicious though I liked the spicy yellowtail best. The medium spicy house sauce (you can pick the levels) definitely had a bit of gochujang in it and it was very well balanced. I do think the fresh salmon could use a touch for lemon for a more distinct taste. But overall ver satisfied. It's a comfortable and casual spot, and service was very nice, so all in all very satisfied for a quick bite. I'll be back!"

Toyo Sushi & Roll

★★★★☆ 4.4 (638) • $$

"I've been here a bunch of times and it's always great. My favorites are the Creamy crunch and Salmon lover rolls, the monkey roll is also very good. I haven't had a bad roll here, however we did get edamame once and they didn't put any salt or anything on it, so I thought that was odd. Miso soup is basic, nothing special.I normally get cut rolls or hand rolls here, but I haven't tried their nigiri(sushi) or sashimi, so I have no opinion on that.The staff is all super nice and they're always prompt, very quick preparation, and they have never messed up my order!"

Fisherman's Table Yamasaki

★★★★☆ 4.4 (367) • $$$

"We got our 2nd Tuna Event and just refreshing to have fresh tuna, from the sea to our table. It's all you can eat tuna until you're tunafiedBefore 2024 ends, we'll have a 3rd round for Tuna Event."

X-Fish Izakaya

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$$

"I am shocked that this place gets such high reviews. Maybe it's because people are comparing it to other AYCE sushi experiences. At $27.99 per person for lunch they cannot be serving high quality fish and still turn a profit. Food: The actual sushi/fish offerings are average at best. If you order any of their rolls it wont matter though. Because they will over sauce it to cover up the fact the fish have no natural sweetness. Their Tonkatsu ramen was very bland. Completely lacked the richness characteristic of a Tonkatsu broth, and the marinated pork had no flavor. Service: The restaurant was roughly 80% full yet it still took 15 minutes to get my first order of sushi. You certainly do get what you pay for in life. At this price point, it's possible that I'm expecting too much."

Ohshima Japanese Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$$$

"I came to this place because I heard it had authentic Japanese chefs. Keep in mind, because of this marketing, as well as the fact that they import their fish from Japan, the prices are going to be sky high. It was like $5 for one piece of nigiri, or $30 for a fish collar. This place is very popular, so make sure to make a reservation or come like 10min before they open, as people will line up outside the restaurant.Getting that out of the way... It was a great restaurant in terms of the Japanese vibe and authenticity. The chefs are indeed Japanese and you can ask them questions about the dishes which they will answer skillfully.We did not go here for sushi, though there were many people ordering omakase here. We ordered a variety of their other dishes, including two fish collars (salmon and young yellowtail), the crab stuffed salmon, tempura, and liver. The highlight for me was the salmon collar. Fatty and moist, it was easily the most delicious dish. It far surpassed the young yellowtail, which wasn't as fatty and tasted fishier. The tempura came out hot, but it had such thick batter that I was overwhelmed by the oily taste. A thinner batter would've been better to let the shrimp shine. The stuffed salmon was okay. The crab inside was yummy, but the salmon on the edge was not. I did not eat the liver so I can't say whether that was good.I'd like to one day come back for their omakase experience, where I can talk to the chefs at the bar."

Usuki Japanese Cuisine

★★★★★ 5 (7)

"Tried 4 different sushi rolls and they were all delicious! Fresh, rich flavors with great presentation. The service was excellent and all the staff were very friendly. Great experience!"

Hana Maru

★★★★☆ 4 (713) • $$

"Fast service! Arrived around 6pm, it was pretty quiet. Handful of customers inside. We ordered right away, food came out super fast. Everything was tasty! Sushi was a tad bit pricey but it's the inflation. Restaurant was clean. Servers/host/waiters were friendly and efficient. Limited parking spots, small lot. Pros: buy two special rolls, get one free! Monday through Thursdays."

Rice Meats Soup

★★★★★ 4.7 (140)

"I'm not one to throw around 5-star ratings lightly, but this place deserves it. Here's why:First off, Korean food--specifically tofu soups--always hits the spot. But let's be honest: I'm usually driving out of my way to get it, and during the workday, the commute eats into my lunch time. BCD Tofu House is always packed, and places like Yigah can be a bit too pricey for an everyday lunch. Enter this spot. For $17 before tip, I asked for mild, and they nailed it--the soup wasn't watered down, just a slight kick, with the seafood adding a nice savory depth to the broth.Now, about the banchan--wow. Normally I'm all about kimchi, radish kimchi, and a bit of fishcake, maybe a bite of the potato salad if I'm feeling adventurous. But here? I ate all five banchan clean! The seaweed salad was thinly sliced and crunchy, the broccoli imitation crab salad was a fun new addition, and the kimchi was perfectly tart and crunchy. There was also a tofu kimchi with some dry pickled fish that was salty and savory, pairing perfectly with my rice and soup. But the real highlight was an apple/radish cream salad--seriously, it reminded me of those Mexican fruit salads with walnuts. It was refreshing and sweet, the perfect end to a meal, especially during this freak heatwave!Price point - Portion - Flavor - Ambiance. As soon as you walk in, it wasn't packed so I found a seat immediately which was nice. The space has a beautiful mural of a Korean village behind the counter, and the open seating made for a relaxed vibe. The hostess was super kind and helpful, and I couldn't help but smile when I realized The Cranberries were playing in the background. Throughout my meal, I was serenaded by 90's nostalgia--Cher, Sixpence None the Richer, and even some Latin tunes. It felt like a musical time machine! Plus, the place was impeccably clean, which always scores major points in my book.Ambiance - Customer Service:I didn't catch the name of the hostess/server, but she was a gem--friendly, checked in regularly, and overall made the experience so pleasant. There's a button on the table for when you need something, but seriously, people: use it responsibly. Treat your servers well, tip generously, and act like you're in a civilized society.Customer Service - Overall, I had a pleasant experience. This place was acquired or under new management as of a year ago and they changed the name, They no longer serve sushi and have leaned into offering more Korean dishes, which I think is a smart move. It's tucked behind a bank next to Starbucks, so it's easy to miss, but trust me, it's worth seeking out. Plenty of parking and easy access make it a convenient spot for anyone craving authentic Korean food.Highly recommend, and I'll definitely be back!"

Chick Flag

★★★★★ 4.5 (101) • $$

"Their flavors are phenomenal! My husband and I shared a spicy chicken sandwich and tenders meal and the spicy seasoning/powder they add to the chicken is delicious. Their flavors aren't as spicy as some places but there is a good kick to it! My niece got popcorn chicken with one of their signature sauces, it was very flavorful and delicious. It was our first time there so we took some time to decide what we wanted to order. The man taking our order (and running the whole show in the kitchen) was so helpful and answered all of our questions. He even let us try out some sauces to make sure that we like it before we ordered it. He made sure we got everything we order the way we wanted it. Highly recommend this place for the delicious food and great customer service."

Full Moon Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.9 (946) • $$

"Amazing prices / great value! Had a lunch special for only ~$13 (w/o tip)Had teriyaki chicken, rice, a roll of sushi, miso soup, and a salad.Service was good! I was the only person in the restaurant for lunch timeI'm not sure how this small business is doing, but I truly do hope it survives. Great value and the food was pretty standard! Japanese restaurants have really been skyrocketing in prices, so it's nice to see affordability here. I'll admit you get what you pay for so the quality of the food was, ehhhhhhhNo reinventing the wheel here, just standard Japanese food. Can't go wrong with that!"

ROL Hand Roll Bar by Kei Concepts

★★★★☆ 4.4

"Loved this restaurant! From the drinks to the food to the amazing service. Brien was our server and was amazing. He gave great suggestions and was very attentive and friendly. Food we tried: unagi Don, crispy rice, spicy edamame, variety of handrolls. Everything was delicious! Drink: tried the velvet sour and it was the perfect balance. Not overly sweet but just enough. Will be back and highly recommend. Tip: join waitlist on yelp if coming in the evening time when they experience higher wait times."

Chidori Sushi

★★★★★ 4.7 (333) • $$

"Grabbed a couple of rolls to go for my sushi addicted daughter. Only thing I remember ordering for her was some kind of scallop rolls. Requested eel sauce, regardless of what kind of roll it was. Sat and chatted with sushi chefs while waiting for my order. Friendly staff. I'll drop by for lunch next time. My daughter did enjoy the food."

Kopan Sushi & Ramen - Garden Grove

★★★★☆ 3.9 (605) • $$

"Such a cozy place, Ramens super good, the Sushis amazing. We ordered Kara miso ramen, volcano roll, Bake salmon roll , Okinawa Sashimi, spicy garlic edamame . Everything tasted excellent.Fresh and delicious options and a buy one get one 50% on a big portion of the menu. The price was right. Servers are always friendly and accommodating. Love this place !"

Full Moon Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (454) • $$

"Plenty of parking.Good place for groups.Nothing fancy when it comes to ambience.Service was great.Sushi was great. Probably the best I have found In the area. Extremely fresh. Must try spot."

Sushi Yun

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (285) • $$

"I love sushi. But after too much of it, it just starts to taste like a dead animal that hasn't been cooked --Amy LeeI love sushi too. So much of it though is overpriced and pretentious, like too much of this world is already. A neighborhood joint like Sushi Yun fills the bill most times. Small, unpretentious, friendly, Kikushui sake in the house plus free corkage. They make one of my favorite apps - Spicy Tuna on crispy rice - and the sushi and the rolls are solid. I notice most reviews are older, this place has been around forever and is still chugging along. I recently found it and have been twice. Better than the older reviews hint it would be which is another reason why sometimes one must ignore Yelp reviews and just try a place out. Recommended!"

Ootoro Bar

★★★★☆ 4.3 (111) • $$$

"I am a regular at Ootoro Irvine. It's consistently excellent quality and fair priced. I prefer table seating and lunch combo, cirashi and sashimi vs hand roll sets. I am not a business person but if sales are less than expected they could move the bar all the way back and setup tables and try that. Irvine seems very busy."

EXO Sushi

★★★★★ 4.5 (183) • $$

"Really intimate, casual atmosphere , good for date night, good service. Food is good and portions are good! I just wish the sushi rice was a bit warmer and softer.I like their selection of sushi and would definitely come back again ."

Tabi-Ji Japanese Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.5 • $$$

"I decided to give Tabi-Ji a try for dinner during a work trip, and it exceeded expectations despite the restaurant being quiet at 7:30 PM. We had made reservations for 8:30 but surprised we weren't able to get a table at 7:30. Based on the restaurant's positive reviews, we decided to give it a try--and it didn't disappoint.My colleague and I chose the hibachi grill experience and were entertained by our chef who prepared our meals to perfection. Our meals started with salads served with ginger and sweet dressings on the side, both of which were delicious. The chicken broth soup was equally flavorful.I ordered the steak and shrimp combination with extra fried rice, and the portions were generous and satisfying. They meals came with a shrimp appetizer. Along with the entree, vegetables were also grilled and served. Overall, I highly recommend Tabi-Ji for its great food. I would like to visit again and try their sushi menu."

Sushi Imari

★★★★☆ 4.2 (166) • $$

"My daughter wanted to try Japanese food for her 6th birthday. We came here for lunch and they did not disappoint. She got the bento box for kids. The miso soup was her favorite part of the meal. The teriyaki salmon was a good size and had good flavor. The California rolls were just meh, but it was her first experience, so we wanted to keep it simple. The titanic rolls were also just okay. I liked my crunchy rolls more. Overall, our experience was delightful, and my daughter wants to experience different cuisines. They also brought out a complimentary ice cream for her that was delish. The garlic edamame was the highlight, though. We could not stop munching on these."

Yagi Japanese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (692) • $$

"Great quality of fish with a lot of different variety to choose from. The service was very quick and attentive as well, checked in on us. Glad I found this spot and enjoyed authentic sushi!"

Botan Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.8 (18)

"Good price, have sushi and hot bento box, a lovely place in the area, very good service, love the DIY milk tea, free refill"

Orange Grill Teriyaki & Rolls

★★★★★ 4.8 (57) • $$

"Great little teriyaki shop in Anaheim! Great portions and prices, bowls are generous with portions and you can always swap out rice for veggies if you're watching carbs. I like the chicken more than the beef here. Staff is very nice and helpful, always love stopping by after the gym!"

Zen Sushi

★★★★☆ 4 (311) • $$

"Fresh sushi. Nice seating. 2 high tables can accommodate 9 people. Comfortable booths for 4. Service was excellent... being sushi, orders came out as they were prepared. We tried the seaweed and the octopus salad for appetizers. Very unique signature sushi available. We had one person in our group that wanted meat... the Cowboy Roll has prime NY steak on it. For lemon lovers, try the lemon salmon."

Full Moon Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.5 (754) • $$

"It's a good place for an every day eatery. Great value and absolutely love this spot. Food is good and fair value.They have many menu items for people who prefer cooked foods also. Take out orders are almost always ready within 20 minutes, and I have never been disappointed with their sushi. I like Crunch Roll, Yellowtail Sashimi, Gyoza, Jalapeno Yellowtail Roll , bake Salmon rolls. Service is top notch. Very limited seating so you may have a wait on a busy evening. Another location in Tustin !"

Los Plebes Mariscos Y Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.7 (28)

"Tonight was our first time trying out this restaurant. First of all, the service was fantastic! Not sure why this seems to be an issue. There's NO issue at all! Now, to the food... we had the La Plebona, Pulpo Zarandeado, Taco De Pescado and Taco Gobernador. All the food was delicious and came out pretty quickly. This place is totally worth a visit!! We will definitely be returning!"

Kyotori Japanese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (367) • $$

"Great food!Fantabulous service !Very cozy, casual sushi locationDefinite favorite place of ours."

Izakaya Tenko

★★★★☆ 3.8 (333) • $$

"This was our 4th visit and I finally remembered to check in! Our new go to for Japanese food. Service is always good, food is delicious, and $5 happy hour beers! It's a small place so we get there early before it gets too busy. We love their Bento Box dinners. Lots of food!"

Daimon Japanese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (630) • $$

"12/28/23 This was my second time here. Both early dinners. Last time I was here, we did the teppanyaki, but this time, we just sat at a regular table. It's a must to try both. The teppanyaki chef was very entertaining! Food was delicious. I believe my share was around $80. Looking at the menu, I'm sure I ordered the filet minot but we had many drinks that night so that explains it. All I remember was that the service/chef was amazing and the food was so delicious. Today's order was more simple. We ordered the shrimp tempura, Nigiri/sashimi special, and the Friki Tiki, which is crunchy roll topped with seared albacore and 2 bottles of Kikusui sake. Everything was simple but perfect. We made it on time for happy hour so the food items were a little cheaper. Parking lot is limited. I'm sure you can find a spot on the street. If you're using gps, slow down before you come up on the restaurant because it's on pch - a very busy highway. You might miss it! Overall, 10/10. Great food, great service and love the hole in the wall type of vibes. Will definitely be back to try all their other sushi's."

Sushi Fire - Fullerton

★★★★☆ 4.3 (168) • $$

"Came here by chance, after being at Dripp next door. They kind of share the outside patio, however the restaurant cuts off half for their patrons only. We ordered jalapeño poppers as an appetizer, spicy but delicious!I ordered the Philadelphia roll and a draft Sapporo to go with it. Roll was a good size and tasted fresh. We ate on the patio since it was nice and shaded with their pergola. Service was very friendly. Overall I'd recommend and come back."

I Luv Sushi Too

★★★★★ 4.6 (259) • $$

"So sushi has been on my radar since I never grew up eating seafood, fish, or anything in that food group. I have been expanding my taste and have been trying new things each time I am out. So I ended up coming here with my boyfriend for happy hour. Our waitress was very helpful and attentive to our needs. She took our order and brought us our food fast. I got to order a crunchy roll and paired it with an ice-cold Sapporo. I also ordered a side of chicken karaage, a favorite of mine. My crunchy roll was yummy. It had shrimp tempura and asparagus with tempura flakes and eel sauce. I enjoyed it. I also tried out a rainbow roll. The roll was a California roll with assorted fish. My favorite out of each roll was the sashimi one. I will be back to try out some more stuff and find my go-to sushi roll. I also want to try out their dinner menu. The restaurant looks fun and seems to have great specials at night."

Roll It Sushi & Teriyaki

★★★★☆ 4 (249) • $

"This has become my go to for lunch meals, they have good pricing for good food. Definitely recommend this place to anyone nearby for a quick lunch."

Ozen Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.8 (482) • $$

"I was on a work trip and was looking for something to eat for lunch. I found this sushi place on yelp. When I entered the restaurant I was greeted by staff who found me a seat immediately. The staff were friendly and very helpful. I ordered the gyoza and the dragon roll. The gyoza was cooked to perfection and the filling was delicious. The sauce that came with it was the perfect combination with the gyoza. The star of the show was the dragon roll. The sushi was rolled perfectly and the meat, cucumber, avocado and the eel sauce were phenomenal. The portion size was great and you get a lot of food for a reasonable price. The ginger and the soy sauce went great with the sushi. The ambiance is customer friendly. A great place to go for sushi and the menu had some other great options if sushi is not a favorite."

Motto Ramen

★★★★☆ 4.2 (595) • $$

"Just came back from about a month in Japan, so my standards for ramen is probably more particular than usual. Almost faltered with coming in but so glad I didn't. Got the crispy pork ramen. Broth was decent, and would've merited a 4 stars. But the pork made this dish an easy 5 stars. Protein portion was generous. I didn't take a pic before eating because I didn't expect to be pleasantly surprised like so...so much so that I'm posting this as I am seated at the restaurant.Noticed the negative reviews were from 5-6 years ago, but if you look at the recent posts, they're pretty stellar. Was curious so I asked the server and was told the ownership transitioned to 4 friends about 2 years ago. I have without a doubt once H Mart opens in this plaza that this place will be buzzing. Def an underrated place"

Sushi Murasaki

★★★★☆ 4.2 (760) • $$$$

"Went here for my birthday dinner with my wife and it was an amazing meal. We did the 12 course omakase, every piece was extremely fresh and paired well with the seasonings they put on. I wish we got to try more appetizers, we ordered the monk fish and the wasabi jelly fish. Both were excellent. The jelly fish was very crunchy and had a great texture to it."