# Ponzu Japanese Sushi Bar > Small sushi bar with modern chic décor and an energetic vibe that suits lively crowds. Atmosphere ranges from cozy yet vibrant to loud and bustling, not ideal for quiet dates. Popular for high-quality sushi and creative dishes, attracting both casual diners and special occasion groups. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/PonzuJapaneseSushiBar - Address: 1945 17th St #104, Santa Ana, California, United States - Phone: +16572316668 - Website: https://ponzusushibarsantaana.com/ - Google rating: 4.6 (330 reviews) ## What it is good for - Fish — 10/10 - Casual — 10/10 - Sushi — 9.5/10 - Japanese Food — 9.4/10 - Food — 9.2/10 - Salmon — 9/10 - Seafood — 8/10 - Sashimi — 7.5/10 - Edamame — 6.7/10 - Chill — 6.7/10 - Date Spots — 6.3/10 ## What people say - "The Japanese food here is so fresh and flavorful." - "I thought the sushi here was amazing and impressive." - "The food here is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented." ## Good to know - Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends to avoid long wait times. - Expect a 20% automatic gratuity for parties of six or more. - Prices can be higher than nearby sushi spots, so budget accordingly. - Parking is ample, making it easy to visit during busy hours. - The restaurant allows customization of Omakase based on personal preferences. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.