Small restaurant with an industrial look and warm lighting creates a cozy atmosphere that can get loud and crowded during peak times. Seating is comfortable and well arranged, supporting a buzzing energy. The vibe feels casual and self-serve, attracting a steady flow of diners.
Tonkatsu stands out with perfectly crispy and light breading and a tangy, sweet katsu sauce. The Hire-Katsu filet pork is tender and thinner, offering a rare quality pork option. Curry pairs well with the tonkatsu, and sides include rice, pickled veggies, miso soup, and cabbage salad.
Fish katsu stands out with its thoughtful preparation and delicious flavor. It pairs well with other dishes like rolls and salmon sashimi salad, making it a favorite choice.
"The Japanese food, especially the katsu, is crispy with a juicy center."
"The fish katsu is crispy, tender, and a must-try."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended to avoid long wait times, especially on weekends.
Expect a 15 to 40-minute wait during peak hours, particularly on Fridays.
Be cautious of peanuts in the sauce; call ahead for allergy accommodations.
Spacious shabu-shabu restaurant with self-serve ingredient and sauce bars and clean, well-organized cooking stations. Atmosphere balances family-friendly and bustling energy with comfortable noise levels and room to move. Offers varied broth and meat selections alongside sides and desserts, creating a lively yet inviting dining experience.
Shabu shabu features personal pots for cooking with a choice of broths like Sukiyaki and Yukgaejang. Tempura Chinese pumpkin is a frequently refilled side that pairs well with the meal.
Buffet offers a wide variety of seafood options including fish balls, squid, octopus, and crab legs. The side bar features crawfish, clams, mussels, scallops, and shrimp alongside other fish selections.
"I loved the shabu shabu buffet with its great variety of meats and ingredients."
"The fish options at the side bar were plentiful and fresh."
Good to know
The all-you-can-eat price is $35.99 per person on weekends.
Reservations require the entire party to be present.
Expect long wait times on weekends; arrive early around 4:30 PM.
Small space with crammed tables and a busy sushi bar creates a lively, sometimes noisy atmosphere. Authentic Japanese decor and family-oriented vibe make it feel like dining in Japan. Popular spot known for fresh, high-quality sushi at reasonable prices, especially during lunch specials.
Sushi here stands out for its freshness and quality, often compared favorably to sushi in Japan. The menu includes well-sized rolls like rainbow and spicy salmon, plus dishes like katsu curry, all served at a reasonable price.
Fish arrives fresh and cut to perfection. Staff often show the whole fish to prove its freshness. Quality rivals well-known spots, with top-notch sushi and a solid selection.
"The fish here is so fresh and cut to perfection."
"The Japanese food's hand rolls are fresh and consistent."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended during peak hours to avoid long wait times.
The $20 lunch special is a popular choice and offers great value.
Expect a wait during dinner hours; arriving early is advised.
Japanese restaurant offers authentic Nagoya dishes with a sushi bar atmosphere and Japanese-speaking staff. Several tables fill with Japanese families and businesspeople, creating a genuine vibe. Seating is limited, and outdoor waiting space is available but can be uncomfortable.
Sushi here features fresh sashimi and tender bluefin toro with a precise, focused sushi counter experience. The hitsumabushi stands out with eel on rice served with dashi, alongside izakaya dishes like mountain yam omelette and chicken karaage.
Fish comes straight from Japan, making it incredibly fresh and delicious. The deluxe Chirashi bowl features sweet uni and thick cuts of fresh fish, while some rolls like the rainbow have thin fish and dry krab meat.
"The unagi don here is the best Japanese food I've had."
"The fish here is amazingly fresh, much of it from Japan."
Good to know
Sagami requires ordering an additional dish per person due to a new rule.
There is an outside area at Sagami where dogs are permitted.
The unagi bowl costs $30, while the premium chirashi special is $50.
Trendy sushi restaurant with modern decor and an exhibition-style kitchen behind glass. Atmosphere stays quiet and intimate with spacious table arrangements that avoid crowding. Sushi and sashimi come fresh and well-regarded, complemented by a fantastic sake selection.
Fresh sushi features artful rolls and fish that melts in your mouth. The menu includes authentic Japanese dishes like miso black cod, uni don, and teriyaki salmon with very good sashimi quality.
Freshness stands out with a variety of fish that melts in your mouth. The mix of traditional and contemporary sushi styles highlights the excellent quality and preparation of the fish.
"The Japanese food here is so fresh and delicious."
"The fish here is so fresh, it just melts in your mouth."
Good to know
Making a reservation is advised due to busy hours, especially by 6:30 pm.
Lunch specials are available daily until 4pm, with deals around $25.
Omakase 10 pieces are priced at $50, offering a premium experience.
Conveyor belts deliver a steady stream of fresh, thick sushi in a bright, modern space with minimalist design. The atmosphere stays relaxed and clean, with small seating and some hardwood chairs. Diners can order from tablets or pick plates directly, creating a casual, efficient experience.
Sushi comes fresh and cut perfectly with large portions and a variety that includes truffle sauce on some pieces. The conveyor belt setup is sleek and adds a fun, energetic vibe to the experience.
Fish comes in big, generous cuts that are consistently fresh and thick. The quality stands out for a revolving sushi spot, with flavorful portions served promptly at a reasonable price.
"The Japanese food here is so fresh and beautifully presented."
"The fish here is so fresh and delicious, with generous cuts."
Good to know
Expect wait times of 1-2 hours on weekends, especially during peak hours.
Most plates cost $3.75, making it reasonably priced for sushi.
Reservations are not accepted; join the online waitlist within a 4-mile radius.
Small space with about a dozen tables and sushi bar seats creates a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. Calm music plays quietly, supporting a chill vibe. Fresh fish and authentic Japanese flavors stand out, especially in sushi and chirashi dishes.
Sushi here stands out for its freshness and excellent fish to rice ratio. The menu offers authentic Japanese dishes like chirashi, karaage, and tonkatsu, all served with generous portions and great flavor.
Fish here is remarkably fresh with a buttery, soft texture. Sushi balances a great fish to rice ratio in a relaxed setting.
"I experienced the best sushi I have ever had in Orange County."
"The fish quality here is top-tier and remarkably buttery."
Good to know
Reservations are not accepted, so expect a wait during busy hours.
Arrive early to secure a spot, especially for the lunch special.
The lunch special offers three dishes daily, limited to ten orders.
Robot servers deliver meats with a playful touch, adding fun technology to a modern, clean dining space. Each diner has an individual induction cooker, creating a calm, authentic Japanese atmosphere. The open kitchen and upscale decor enhance the experience, making it suitable for casual meals and quiet conversations.
All-you-can-eat hot pot features constant broth switching and high-quality meat. Crispy chicken wings and Takoyaki stand out alongside excellent tonkotsu and miso soups.
Great quality fish slices and fish fillet stand out among the options. The buffet includes mussels, clam, fish ball, and plenty of fresh vegetables to complement the seafood.
"The Japanese food here offers an amazing all-you-can-eat hot pot experience."
"I enjoyed the great quality of the fish."
Good to know
The all-you-can-eat lunch special is $25 on weekdays, including Fridays.
Dinner prices are $33.99 on weekends for all-you-can-eat.
Parking is available in an underground structure, but can be hard to find after 6pm.
Sushi restaurant offers a modern, clean interior with a small, intimate space that can get busy and a bit loud. The atmosphere shifts from quiet to lively depending on the crowd. Sushi features fresh, high-quality fish with large, flavorful rolls and some standout dishes like tuna sashimi and wagyu.
Sushi here features big, fresh rolls and sashimi like bluefin tuna with crispy kale chips. Bento boxes come with super-sized portions and sides like spicy garlic edamame add bold flavor.
High quality fish stands out with incredible freshness and outstanding flavor in every dish.
"The sushi here is spectacular and very tasty."
"The fish here is so fresh and delicious."
Good to know
The restaurant is fairly small and can fill up during busy times.
Niko Niko Sushi was super busy on New Year's Eve with to-go orders.
Each Bento Box includes rice, miso soup, salad, pickle, and orange slices.