Open kitchen and cafeteria-style setting create a casual dining experience with freshly made noodles visible to diners. Atmosphere stays lively and welcoming, with a self-serve tempura bar adding interactive appeal. Quick service and consistent quality make it suitable for family meals and casual visits.
Freshly handmade udon features chewy noodles and a savory broth with options like beef udon and Kitsune Udon with slightly sweet fish cake. Tempura selections include crab sticks, shrimp, sweet potato, and pumpkin, all with a crispy texture and good flavor.
Shrimp tempura stands out with its perfect crispiness and flavor. Other tempura items like sweet potato and pumpkin also deliver delicious taste and texture.
"I found the udon noodles to be perfectly chewy and delicious."
"The Japanese food here, especially the udon, is perfectly chewy and comforting."
"I thought the shrimp tempura seafood was perfect."
Good to know
Expect a 25-minute wait for takeout orders during peak hours.
Parking is usually available behind the bank next to 7-Leaves.
A 15% discount is available for UCI students with valid ID.
Order window setup with a small outdoor seating area creates a casual takeout vibe. Packaging and sushi presentation stand out as artistic and beautifully crafted. The place draws those seeking high-quality sushi with bold flavors and Slavic-style rolls.
Sushi here stands out for its incredible freshness and high quality. The sushi is well-presented and offers a flavorful experience that rivals high-end restaurants.
Fish stays incredibly fresh and melts in your mouth. Portions are solid and never skimped, with fresh fish roe adding a nice pop to rolls.
Good to know
Sushi Atelier is a takeout and delivery-only sushi place.
The restaurant is open late and seven days a week.
Expect high-quality ingredients that rival top restaurants.
Modern space combines cozy, friendly vibe with thoughtful family design and beautiful décor. Cramped layout creates a busy, energetic atmosphere with frequent movement. High-quality wagyu and a self-serve sides bar add to the engaging dining experience.
Sushi and sashimi come alongside marbled Wagyu cuts like ribeye and brisket. The menu blends premium Japanese dishes with BBQ, offering seafood, appetizers, vegetables, and sides.
Seafood includes Hokkaido Uni with an amazing sauce and incredible taste. The menu offers impeccable quality seafood options, including those in the Silver plan alongside marbled Wagyu cuts and sushi.
Good to know
Expect a wait time of 1-2 hours during peak dinner hours.
Put your name on the waiting list early to avoid long waits.
The restaurant offers an all-you-can-eat option with high-quality dishes.
Spacious restaurant with Far East-inspired decor offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Atmosphere stays relaxed and welcoming with a friendly vibe throughout. It attracts a diverse crowd looking for a high-quality dining experience near the airport.
Steak udon stands out with solid flavor, while the garlic parmesan fries and Buffalo Chicken salad add variety. Yaki Udon beef dishes appear average, with beef sometimes lacking tenderness.
Fish tacos stand out with fresh flavors. Shrimp dishes include jumbo sized shrimp in salads and a Shrimp Scampi Linguini that packs a punch.
Good to know
Parking is validated for free and is conveniently located next door.
Expect 30-cent beers all day on Thirsty Thursday.
The cafe offers daily specials and happy hour.
Small market with oriental style decor and a Korean/Asian food court offers a vibrant atmosphere filled with fresh seafood and a variety of Korean groceries. The space feels cozy and bustling, often crowded with families and lively music. Live fish and free samples add to the unique shopping experience.
Fresh sushi and sashimi come daily with a buy one, get one 50% off deal. The deli offers warm meals like hot pot, ramen, and dumplings, plus a wide range of Japanese staples like golden curry and udon noodles.
Fresh fish and seafood stand out with a wide variety of live fish and unique cuts not found elsewhere. The selection includes high-quality meats and a broad range of fresh produce alongside seafood options.
Good to know
They offer a discount on prepared food to go at 1 pm and 7 pm.
H Mart Irvine has a hot section with a buy one get one free special towards the end of the day.
H Mart Irvine accepts EBT payments.
Sushi restaurant offers an upscale atmosphere with an elegant vibe and pleasant music. The space tends to be noisy and often has long lines before opening. Sushi features exceptional freshness and high-quality fish that rivals top spots outside Japan.
Sushi here stands out for its exceptional freshness and thick sashimi cuts that take multiple bites. The omakase and chirashi bowls deliver consistently high-quality fish across all preparations.
Fish comes in thick cuts with a variety of textures and flavors. All seafood is incredibly fresh, sourced from Japan, and carefully packaged with an ice pack to keep it cold.
Good to know
Reservations are required at least a day in advance, as they do not accept same-day reservations.
Expect over an hour wait for lunch during peak times.
Parking is challenging and compact; arrive early to secure a spot.
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.
Fresh seafood stands out with excellent salmon served in shabu style. A wide selection at the salad bar includes seafood, vegetables, and appetizers, offering plenty of variety.
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.
Small restaurant offers fresh poke bowls with varied sauce options and large sashimi portions at competitive prices. Inside space feels loud and cramped, with limited seating and shared outdoor tables. Lunch rush brings a busy, energetic crowd near the airport area.
Fresh sashimi stands out with a large sashimi bowl that offers great value at $20. The food stays healthy and yummy, especially for sushi lovers.
Fresh fish and seafood dominate the menu with a clean taste and high-quality ingredients. Shrimp bursts with flavor, and the seafood portions offer good value.
Good to know
A small poke bowl costs $15 with 2 scoops, a medium costs $16.50 with 3 scoops, and a large costs $19 with 5 scoops of protein.
During lunch rush, it is often tough to get through the front door due to high demand.
Seating inside is limited, and outside seating is shared with other restaurants.
Open-air food court with a semi-enclosed roof and natural light creates a relaxed, quiet atmosphere. Variety of Asian and international food stalls attract a steady flow of people, including students and travelers. Outdoor seating is shaded and clean, but parking can be challenging.
Onigiri stands out as a unique Japanese option alongside other concepts like Thai street food. Prices for onigiris and Thai dishes run on the higher side.
Tender fish stands out in the fish and chips here, with the shrimp also tasting yummy. The food hall offers a variety of seafood options including a dedicated fish and chips spot.
Good to know
Parking can be difficult to find, especially during lunchtime.
Trade Food Hall offers a variety of food options, including Thai, fish and chips, and vegan dishes.
Trivia night occurs on the first Tuesday of every month.