This was a sleeper hit of a restaurant ... I live in Spring Valley, and asian food caters to the demographic #iykyk. I was a bit hesitant to try this place because I love chinese food and lately its just been hit or miss. Also, sushi/chinese can sometimes be not what you expect. ANYWAY, let me go back to my experience with Ayumi. Small cozy restaurant that has about 8-10 tables. Its apparent they do a lot of take out. It's in a small plaza but there is plenty of parking. You're greeted warmly when going inside, and there's an A-Frame in the front that tells you the daily special. The pictures here on yelp and google helped a lot in making my food decisions. I love my orange chicken not too much breading, and an even sauce to nugget ratio. Some of the other chinese restaurants in the immediate area are wayyyy too saucy or too breaded. I chose the Sweet & Pungent chicken, bc that sounded good ... boy it did not disappoint. It came out on a bed of crispy noodles and steamed broccoli. The pieces were evenly sauced and sticky the way I love it ... so I can only imagine the orange chicken, sweet and sour, and whatever else is fried will be decent. Definitely coming back just for this. My bf had the kung pao trio, and it was probably the most decent I've had in a while. The prices are reasonable for the area for the sushi, the chinese food, and even the beverages (some places be gouging for beer), and I'm going to be trying this place out for the lunch specials which is always a good combo of entree, appetizer, and drink. 5 stars for the chinese food, Can't wait to try the sushi next time. read more

Ayumi - Sweet & Pungent chicken - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

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Sushi dinner on a Sunday night, heck yeah! I was in the mood for sushi but not in the mood for the waitlists of Hillcrest, Mission Hills, North Park, etc. Plus I didn't want to drive far. This was a quick drive from our house and got great reviews, so why not! The dining room is moderate sized, about 6-8 tables, plus a bar with 3-4 seats at the counter, so you may still have to wait a little bit if they are super busy, but we got there before the rush and got right in. The menu is very diverse, but don't let it scare you, they do both Chinese food and Sushi with some asian fusion dishes as well. We stuck with the sushi but I definitely want to come back and try the Chinese food. The sushi was legit, quality and fresh ingredients and great flavor combos. We had 3 orders of rolls, a sake, and I had a glass of chardonnay. The wine is VERY reasonable here, $5.99 a glass! Those are happy hour prices ALL day long.. It's not a fancy glass of chard, but it paired perfectly with the sushi. Service was good, fast at first, slowed down a bit when they got busy but we never had to wait too long! The rolls were delicious, we had the Las Vegas roll, which was crunchy fried deliciousness, the jalapeño was on the top so if you wanted it less spicy you just took it off. I didn't think it was too spicy even with the topping. We also had the citrus and gold dust roll. The citrus roll was definitely zesty and spicy, for those who like spice! The gold dust roll was PERFECT, it was my favorite. It had a little crunch inside of it and it wasn't too spicy. Definitely will be reordering that one. All in all 5 stars here for the price, very affordable and delicious sushi! read more

Ayumi - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

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This is a small restaurant filled with what looked like regular customers, all enjoying their meal... Always a good sign. I was greeted by friendly, polite staff and guided through their quite extensive menu. I ordered the "Leave It To The Chef," and the server thoughtfully asked if I was okay with spicy, which I am. That roll was really good. it had the perfect amount of spicy kick, nicely balanced with citrusy brightness and a touch of sweetness. Definitely a highlight. I also tried the baked scallops roll. It was okay, but it had a bit too much spicy imitation crab for my taste, so I ended up setting most of it aside. Will I be back? Yes. I'd love to try some of their Chinese dishes, which the other customers seemed to be thoroughly enjoying. I was there yesterday and am already considering going back today. read more

Ayumi - Baked scallops - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

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I never get tired of coming here for my sushi fix. Their soups are also amazing. There's more ingredients added to the soup than any soup. I've found anywhere. Both soups, miso and hot and sour are so thick. You could almost walk on them. They don't skip when they put things in there. The sushi, I had the heat wave roll my favorite, along with several other rolls. I had a busy afternoon so I didn't get to have any of the sake I love., Maybe next time. The people here are amazingly nice, and they come by your table more than once to make sure that everything is good. I wish I could come here several times a week because the ambience is nice also. They were pretty busy today, but they took care of everybody quickly. I can't wait to come back. read more

Ayumi - The best miso soup in California - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

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Real brief Ayumi...just wanted to share a positive food experience at Ayumi. Keep up the great work, your food and service are consistent. Looking forward to coming back to Ayumi again and again. read more

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I came here on Mother's Day, and even though it was busy, the service was still incredibly attentive. The staff kept checking in to see how the food was and whether we needed anything. The food was amazing, and we even received a lovely bouquet of flowers. Thank you for the kindness and dedication from the restaurant. I truly recommend everyone bring their family here for a wonderful dining experience. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place out since their opening and finally got a chance this weekend. It definitely did not disappoint. They serve Chinese and Japanese dishes although the only Chinese options we ordered was an appetizer and soups. The inside of the restaurant is fairly small but comfortable. We were seated right away and service was fairly fast. It's always nice when you're greeted with a smile and served delicious, fresh food. We were hungry and started out with some fried gyoza, wonton soup and hot and sour soup. We knew from the first bite, the rest of the food was going to be tasty. My hubby ordered "Leave it to the Chef" and I ordered "Ayumi Roll". Both were soooo good and we can't wait to try out the other ones. Plenty of parking and is easy to spot. The prices were reasonable and servings were plentiful. read more

Ayumi - Ayumi Roll (left) and Leave It to the Chef (right) - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

We keep coming back. This time we ordered the Protein Roll, Las Vegas Roll, and California Roll, and the balance was perfect. The rice-to-filling ratio here is always spot on. We also got the salt and pepper boneless chicken (white meat), which was our second time ordering it. It was crispy, juicy, and tender. We paired it with the light fried rice on the side, it's just plain delicious. I like to add the toppings from the chicken and mix it with the fried rice. read more

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My kids say 5 stars out of 5! Wow! We have had sushi dinner here and lunch special just now. Service is sweet and food is fresh. We are thankful that they are in the neighborhood. read more

It's really exciting when you find a sushi spot that offers sushi boxes with assorted rolls. The Sea Box at Ayumi met my expectations of my standard of a rolls only box! The main thing is that the filling of the rolls doesn't mostly contain imitation crab! This review only applies to the Sea Box because I haven't tried anything dishes from them but I'm eager now, to try their different menu items, especially the Chinese food. I ordered the box a day prior to be picked up at a certain time and when I got there, the box was ready and service was quick. Staff were friendly as well. I'd definitely come back for their assorted sushi boxes! read more

Ayumi - Sea Box - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

We've heard so much about Ayumi, we had to come try it out. We arrived at the restaurant, it is located in a large shopping center with plenty of parking. We walked in and were greeted by two lovely ladies who were both welcoming. The restaurant is a bit on the smaller end but it was pretty empty when we were there. They seem to get alot of pickup orders. Their menu is huge, which includes many sushi options and chinese food options. My husband ordered the Adam and Eve roll, a spicy Hamachi roll, and a coke. I ordered a California Maki roll and orange chicken rice bowl with fried rice and root beer. The server brought out two cups full of ice, with one can of coke and a can of root beer with two straws. I do prefer fountain drinks over canned drinks, but it was alright. Our sushi rolls were out fairly quickly. My california Maki sushi roll tasted fresh and simple. My husband loved his Adam and eve roll, he said it was very flavorful and fresh. My orange chicken bowl was delicious, i did share a few bites with my husband abd he agreed that it was very tasty. You do get alot of chicken and rice in the rice bowl and for a great price, I even had to bring half of it home to eat later. I have a feeling we will definitely be back to Ayumi to try more items on their menu. read more

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Drove all the way from north county to try out Ayumi. My son said the drive was worth it because the sushi was solid!!! Upon arrival we were promptly welcomed and seated. The service was excellent from order taking, to serving our dishes. The sushi was fresh. Another plus for me is they have a boba menu!! Please consider opening a location in north county. Definitely recommend!! You will enjoy the variety dishes they offer. read more

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Yummy Very good and fast service The food is worth it and the service is very fast. Everything tasted so good read more

Ayumi - Yummy - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

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Our absolute favorite place to get red thai tea! And their prices are very reasonable. They have Japanese and Chinese food along with some great specials. I usually order thru Uber eats for pickup and there usually is some sort of special or free item with a purchase. I've had the wings which were very good, their garlic combo with shrimp chicken and beef is our go to. I love the lemon roll sushi. My fave here. Very friendly service, It's small inside and does get busy for dinner but like I said - check em out to go! Oh and I saw on IG they have these appetizer boxes that look great for taking to a party. Def going to order in the future. read more

Ayumi - Citrus roll -to go (how pretty is the presentation? love it!) - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

| A Masterclass in Specialty Sushi! If you want sushi that tastes as good as it looks, Ayumi is the spot. We skipped the standard rolls and went straight for their specialty menu, and it was a total home run. read more

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I had such a great experience at Ayumi Sushi! The food was incredibly fresh and beautifully presented. Every roll we ordered was flavorful, perfectly balanced, and made with high-quality ingredients. The service was friendly, attentive, and fast without feeling rushed. The atmosphere is clean, cozy, and perfect for a casual dinner or date night. If you're looking for fresh sushi and great service in El Cajon, Ayumi Sushi is definitely worth visiting. We'll absolutely be back! read more

Ayumi - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

Friendly staff. Fast service. Quality and tasty food. They know the recipe for good restaurant. Pleasantly surprised by this small cozy place. read more

Ayumi is a newly opened eatery in the Spring Valley neighborhood offering a variety of Chinese and Japanese items. It replaced a former pho restaurant in the Casa de Oro Shopping Center. The dining area featured four spots at the sushi bar and several tables that could altogether hold about 40 customers. Parking was no issue at all as the common plaza lot had plenty of spaces. The menu booklet was several pages long, and I didn't have the energy to capture each one as a separate photo. What struck me was the pricing as the costs seemed to be on par, or even on the low side, compared to the competition. I selected two of the special maki rolls for dine in and an order of the assorted lo mein for takeout. The rolls I chose were the Gold Dust Roll and the Hamachi Heaven Roll. The first consisted of salmon and cucumber on the inside with seared salmon, masago, spicy mayo, and chili oil on the outside. The heat from the chili oil made me gulp some ice water to cool off a bit. The second was made up of hamachi, avocado, and cucumber on the inside topped with seared hamachi, chopped jalapeno & cilantro, and spicy mayo-eel sauce. This one had a sweeter taste profile, however the fish quality for both rolls were good. The lo mein contained beef, chicken, and shrimp as proteins. It cost $12.95 as did all of the other varieties of lo mein. Normally, shrimp comes as a dollar or two extra but not here. The family who runs this place was very friendly and on point with their service. I enjoyed my dining experience at Ayumi enough to give it a four star rating. read more

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We were looking for a sushi spot close to home since we wanted to avoid traffic and this spot popped up so we decided to try it! The rolls were yummy and decently priced. I loved how they didn't put too much rice on their rolls. The hamachi kama they gave me was a really good portion! I know it can very depending on the size of the fish, but I'm glad they didn't skimp out on me! We came for the sushi this time but we will definitely be back and to try some of the chinese food, especially the salt & pepper wings! After we were done eating I found out they had just opened early December! All the employees were attentive and very helpful. read more

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Visited for the first time w some friends. We ordered sushi, sashimi, cucumber salad and edamame. Hidden in a strip mall, this restaurant is small with 6 or so tables and seating at the small sushi bar. All staff were very friendly and attentive. Ok, so the Cucumber Salad was a major disappointment. It was saturated in a "Wishbone" type salad dressing. Not what I am used to getting at other restaurants. Not recommended. EVERYTHING else was outstanding considering its a Sushi place in Spring Valley! The sashimi was fresh and on the larger size. The rolls we had were non-rice rolls and imaginative. Very good, clean and fresh!!! I will be back and will tell friends about Ayumi! I want to try different items and hear their wings are great!!! I prefer patronizing small local family run places over big box restaurant groups. Ayumi is a neighborhood gem and is much needed since the other near-by sushi place next to smart and final has gone down hill big time!!! Cant wait to go back and highly recommend Ayumi to anyone wanting Sushi!! read more

This is a cool new Japanese and Chinese eatery in Casa de Oro . I had the Tempura Shrimp, the tuna sashimi, and the salmon cut roll. It al came to $20 and some change. The use a house tempura flour on the their tempura shrimp and it shows. The tempura was very crispy and delicious. The shrimp were tender and tasty. The tempura shrimp were good eating with the tempura sauce that came on the side. I recommend these. The salmon cut roll was good. The quality of the salmon was decent and the rolls were very tasty. I loved the side of real wasabe root and the tradition paste, too. They were both great. The ahi tuna sashimi was very good. It was good eating by itself and or with the provided sauces. The tuna was clean and fresh. The service was most excellent. It was attentive and very sweet. There's plenty of parking. They also offer a Chinese food menu. read more

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The food was not good They do not list allergens on their menu and their hot and sour soup has shrimp in it which I was unaware of until having several bites. I am allergic to shrimp The chow mein was disgusting and the orange chicken is dry. read more

My husband and I dined in for lunch today. We were greeted with a smile and a friendly hello and were given menus as soon as we were seated. There were a couple of diners already seated and several pick up order customers when we were there from 11:45am-12:15pm. I ordered the $12 lunch special which comes with a salad, egg drop soup, pot sticker, fried wonton, and choice of entree and--I chose the tofu & veggies-- and choice of fried or white rice. I also ordered a mango green tea. My husband ordered the large bowl of hot & sour soup and water. The food was served promptly and was hot and delicious. Portions were large enough that we needed to take the leftovers home with us. Everything was delicious. We love having AYUMI Sushi and Chinese here in Casa de Oro! They are approaching their one year anniversary in December 2025-happy "early anniversary" to the owners and staff read more

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Recommended by the Yelp app-thanks Yelp! The salt and pepper chicken wings are seasoned well and cooked to crispy perfection! We also shared a Lunar roll and I had the Sweet and Sour chicken combo. Tasty and good portions. Kind employees, clean bathroom, fair prices and plenty of parking in the lot. We plan to come back and try other dishes. read more

Ayumi - Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

The fish is fresh. I called in my order and my food was ready in 10 minutes, plenty of parking outside. They greet you as soon as you walk in. This place is chill and I like it. read more

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Excellent service and food! Very friendly, and casual yet attentive service. The food was delicious! It has something for everyone in my family. We ordered orange chicken, edamame, salted pepper chicken, plus we tried three fresh rolls. The Spring Valley had a little too much spice and mango, which drowned out the other flavors, but overall, all three we tried were delicious. read more

I haven't even left this place and I'm already leaving a review. I've never eaten sushi this yummy!!! Do yourself a favor and get the SPRING VALLEY ROLL Date night and we got that one, the gold dust and leave it to the chef; also a Sapporo beer and a mango green tea with fruit jelly everything 100/10 and the service was so kind and nice read more

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I love this place. Everyone is so nice. We've been here twice and both times have been a pleasant experience. They are fast, delicious and have so many options. It's a good value. We had the spring valley roll which was spicy just the way we like our food. We also had jasmine tea which they bring in a cute teapot. It's small but cozy. read more

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Yeah this place is f****** amazing. Everytime I come in the sushi is so fresh and the leave it to the chef roll never disappoints. Servers are always very attentive and sweet and food is always quick. I will be coming here for the rest of my life. Best sushi around!!! read more

Came by this sushi place for lunch. It is a nice little sushi spot with great and friendly service! I tried the sushi and it was really fresh and tasty! Definitely coming back read more

Ayumi - Sunset Bliss Roll - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

One of my favorite sushi finds in San Diego! Very good sushi, great service, clean & cozy restaurant, and the prices are great. Well deserved 5 star rating! read more

A great lunch deal, soup and salad included. Also tried the egg rolls. Definitely a fresh and tasty experience. Friendly service and patience with us sitting so long because we were catching up chatting. The place was busy the whole time. Kung pao was pretty spicy, but worth the heat! read more

I ordered a pickup order for lunch on a weekday so I can't really speak to the ambiance. I was very grateful for such delicious food and friendly service! I got the crunchy roll, shogun roll and the veggie eggrolls. All were so so tasty, delicious in flavor and the texture was exactly what it should be. The veggie eggrolls were nice and hot and altogether I have no complaints on anything! The food is GOOD here read more

Ayumi - Crunchyroll - Chinese Near Me - Spring Valley, California

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Bomb in da mouth! Great staff. Ordered salt pepper wings, Spring Valley roll & a teriyaki bowl. Everything was amazing.

Another place truly enjoyed, we did lunch specials... everything was soo good, from the Chicken broccoli, Teriyaki, sweet and sour and mine was Cashew Chicken (lunch specials) delish I ordered the hamachi carpaccio is soooo good and fresh!! and Sashimi so fresh and inexpensive love this place!!! Staff were soo attentive and nice read more

Stumbled upon this sushi place by accident when looking for a good sushi place to go to in the area I was in. This place is a 100/10! The food is so fresh and everything is plated beautifully. Great quality and taste with fair prices. The service was superb and everyone was super attentive and sweet. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but it's cozy and a good amount of people can still fit inside. Me and my family will be back! read more

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First time. Interior was nice. Service quick, friendly. This will be one of my favorite places. I had the salt and pepper shrimp, my son had beef something. I can't even spell it but I looked around and all the food people ordered looked so appetizing and presented in a nice dish. Did I mention our food was delicious? Yes it was. Great place. read more

Quick service, affordable pricing, clean restaurant. Plenty of free parking Got the 15 piece sashimi that comes with miso soup. The soup is large in portion, but lacks flavor. The sashimi was good and fresh, but very thin slices. Vegetable tempura was lightly batter and the dipping sauce was their own creation - tasted like shoyu and had an oil on top. Was good. The orange chicken was also lightly batter and tasted good too. The cali roll came with a whole imitation crab piece instead of a krab mix and the roll was a big portion. Solid place. read more

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Reasonably priced menu. The cucumber salad was very tasty. Their gyoza and spicy tuna roll were good. I'd go back again for sure just to try out other items. read more

I can't wait to go back to order the sushi and garlic chicken wings. I told a good friend about this place today and recommended the chicken wings. Great and humble service every time. I'm a believer in exceptional customer service and Ayumi is up there with the elite. Much love read more