Sokuna was a true joy for our group. We visited from LA, and were delighted by the authentic feel…read moreand Asian flair. We had the sushi Tampico roll, crunchy roll, spring rolls, and baby back ribs and all were perfect, especially the ribs and sushi Tampico. Ask the owner Stephen to share his story behind the artwork - you'll be inspired!

Ramen was pretty good. Soy sauce could be better. Good attention from staff on top of the food…read morecoming out decently quick

I love that it's a family restaurant and they always have good service. I loved coming here before…read morewhen it was called Nood bar too. It's more the mom's dishes now on the menu which I have enjoyed. The ambiance it's also nice and I love the decor. So definitely will be back.

The GI upset I experienced from the Jungle Noodles... even taco bell can't do…read more Never again... At lease my husband enjoyed the curry.

To start off, coming here I already had low expectations. You guys have to understand there is no…read moremixed food buffets out here in San Diego anymore. Especially now that Barona is gone! This place reminds me of hometown buffet but just a tad bit better. For the amount of money it cost it ain't all that bad!! I enjoyed the Mongolian beef station and the sushi bar for sure and the grilled chicken as well that they make right there in front of you on the grill. I was a little skeptical to try the sushi section at first but glad that they roll it in front of everyone. As far as dessert goes, I only tried the brownies which tasted great and chocolate chip cookies which were average. Don't come here and expect to get Las Vegas type of buffet. You definitely get "good average food" for a great price especially during lunch time hours. A little over $35 for 2 people for lunch for a full buffet. Employees were great to me for the most part!

Yesterday, August 3, 2026, I visited this buffet for the first time after being invited by my…read moreelderly parents and several of their friends, who are all in their late 70s and have spoken highly of this restaurant over the years. We were celebrating my mother's birthday and arrived around 2:29 PM. The restaurant was busy with many senior customers, the buffet offered a wide variety of food, and it seemed like it would be a wonderful afternoon. Unfortunately, our experience took a very upsetting turn. While we were eating, a manager or owner approached our table and, in a loud voice, accused my elderly mother of serving herself lemonade from the beverage machine without paying. My mother calmly explained that she had only filled her cup with water and squeezed fresh lemon slices into it. Instead of quietly resolving the misunderstanding, the manager brought over cups containing lemonade and continued insisting that my mother had taken lemonade from the machine. This created an embarrassing scene in front of our entire table and nearby guests. I respectfully asked if we could step aside and discuss the matter privately, explaining that we were not trying to take anything without paying. I also mentioned that my parents are longtime customers and that this was my first visit. Unfortunately, the conversation remained confrontational, and I left feeling that the situation could have been handled with much more professionalism and compassion. The experience was especially difficult because my parents are elderly. My 87-year-old father became extremely distressed, and what should have been a joyful birthday celebration for my mother turned into an uncomfortable and embarrassing experience for everyone at our table. The buffet offers plenty of food choices, but after being publicly confronted and embarrassed, it's hard to enjoy a meal. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this restaurant. Every customer deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, especially senior citizens. If there is ever a concern, it should be addressed discreetly and professionally rather than through a public accusation. I sincerely hope management reflects on how situations like this are handled in the future so that no other family has to experience what ours did.

I came in person recently with 9 friends. They were able to accommodate us even though we were just…read morewalking in. The woman was super friendly even though it was a little chaotic. At first, she said the order only could be done on 1 bill. And then later she compromised with 2 bills, 5 people per table. That was nice of her! I just had 2 coffees before entering so I decided to skip ordering Thai tea. But they had a large drink menu, of fruit teas and more. My friend had the lychee tea which was very large and looked super refreshing! They also came by often to top off our waters which was nice. To eat, I ordered the $16.99~, Cashew Chicken Stir Fry with White Rice. It came with onion, green onion, carrots, zucchini, bell pepper, and cashews. The carrots were beautifully cut, but a little too crunchy for me to properly enjoy in the stir fry. Everything else was delicious! I think this could definitely be shared between 2-3 people. It was a lot for me, even after a large hike. The sauce was flavorful and not overly salty. I didn't ask for any spice level, but I think I'd choose mild or medium next time. My friends ordered-- - $12.99, Dirty Fried Chicken: This had a blitz coating of lime, mint, and spices. And it was decorated with thinly sliced green onions with a side of sweet chili sauce. The chicken was hot and plump, not dry, and very much mouthwatering! Would recommend. - $14.99, Thai Grilled Chicken Salad: Grilled Chicken Breast on a bed of mixed green salad, carrots, and cucumbers with peanut dressing. It reminded me a little of chicken satay~ it smelled and looked incredible. I think I might order it next time, when I want something light and fulfilling after a hike. - $11.99, Cream Cheese Avocado Wontons (6PC): These came out piping hot and when you took a bite they were oozing. It was very creamy and when you dip into the plum sauce it's a delectable bite. A nice appetizer to share with the table. - $16.99-$19.99 (depends on what protein you get), Pad Thai: This proportion was manageable for one person. The restaurant used thin rice noodles, but it didn't clump excessively compared to other restaurants. The prices are what you'd typically see at a Pan-Asian restaurant, a few dollars more than what you'd want to spend. But these kinds of restaurants, in my opinion, are for enjoying with others. So, if you're sharing food and all that-- the price is worth it (esp with the quantity that is given). Next time, I would probably order one of their noodle dishes rather than rice. Oodles by the Noodbar has such a large and diverse menu so I would highly recommend coming in to try them out.

It had been a while since I'd been back, so I stopped in recently with a friend and our kids. We…read morewent during a pretty quiet part of the day, about an hour and a half before they close between lunch and dinner service. Normally I've seen this place get pretty busy later in the day, but there were only a couple of other tables when we arrived and eventually we were the only table there. We started with the Dirty Fried Chicken Wings and Cream Cheese Avocado Wontons. Both came out pretty quickly, hot and fresh. I've had the wings before and they're still good--the sweet chili sauce gives them a nice little kick. The cream cheese avocado wontons were something different for me and I really liked them! They're more dense and packed than your typical cream cheese wonton, and the avocado adds a nice change in flavor. The plum sauce paired well with them too. I normally get the fresh salad rolls when I'm here (they're a good size and the peanut sauce is delicious), but decided to switch it up this time. For my entrée, I ordered the Golden Crunch Curry Udon, which has been one of their specials for a while now. I've had it before and enjoyed it, so I wanted to try it again. The crispy chicken katsu was a really good portion and cooked well. The curry itself seemed a little less flavorful than I remembered, though. I know yellow curry isn't necessarily supposed to be super spicy, but I felt like it could've used a little more of a kick. There were also only a few pieces of potato and carrot, so I would've liked a little more of those mixed in with the udon. Still good overall, and definitely no shortage of chicken! We also ordered the Garlic Butter Noodles with grilled lemongrass pork shoulder for the kids to split. This has been one of our go-to dishes for years and is a great option for little ones who don't eat spicy food. When these noodles are on point, they're REALLY good--the garlic butter/oil has tons of flavor without being overpowering. I've noticed over multiple visits, though, that they can be a little hit or miss in that department. This batch was on the lighter side flavor-wise. I may ask for a little extra garlic oil next time because when they're flavorful, they're easily one of my favorite things here. The pork shoulder still had great flavor, although a couple of pieces were a little chewy this time. The sweet sauce they serve alongside it is SO good with the pork. My friend ordered the Mi Goreng, level 5, and requested it without shrimp. Unfortunately, it still came out with shrimp, which was disappointing since she'd specifically asked for it to be left out. Aside from that, she really enjoyed the dish and said it had tons of flavor. As far as service, I'd say it can still be a little hit or miss. Everyone was kind and friendly, and our food came out fairly quickly, hot and fresh. It appeared there was only one woman working the front, so they may have been lightly staffed. That said, considering we eventually became the only table in the restaurant, I would've expected a little more checking in/refills, especially with the mistake on my friend's order. The restaurant itself is generally clean. The bathroom could use a little more attention at times, including on this visit, but nothing that would stop me from coming back. Overall, Oodles is still one of our favorites in La Mesa. There really aren't a ton of solid, good-quality Asian spots in the immediate area, so I'm glad they're here. There were a few inconsistencies this visit, but the food was still fresh, portions were good, and there are enough things on the menu that we genuinely enjoy to keep us coming back.

Our server was very good and attentive. The food came out…read morequick. The ambiance of the seating look great. We got the salt and pepper wings, red braised pork belly and beef chow fun. Red braised pork belly was good, just a bit too salty. Beef chow fun was good. Last is the salt and pepper wings. I felt like things were over cooked. I'm not sure if it's because we ordered at 8pm and they were cooking them fast to close the kitchen? We'd come here again to see if the timing of the day would change the food situation.

Tim showed great service! The food was great soup dumplings full of flavor. Beef chow fun was also…read moregreat.

Amazing service and incredible food! The entire vibe of this restaurant was very inviting and warm…read more The food came out really quickly and tasted amazing. I would definitely recommend!!

I ordered takeout from Chin's Szechuan through Uber Eats, but it was so good that I felt the need…read moreto actually write a review. I'm originally from the East Coast, and one thing I'm constantly saying is that I haven't been able to find the same kind of Chinese food in San Diego that I could get back in Boston. Well, I think I finally found it! I ordered the beef with string beans and asked for it spicy, along with the chicken lo mein. Both were fantastic. Everything was flavorful, the spice level was great, and the portions were HUGE. I had leftovers for a few days, which is always a win. I will absolutely order from here again, but next time I actually want to go to the restaurant and eat there instead of impatiently waiting for my delivery. This particular day I was just being lazy and had no desire to leave the house. Definitely one of the best Chinese food experiences I've had in the 6 years I've lived here

Been to Underbelly in North Park a few times and really like this spot. The Ramen is always…read moreconsistently good. Parking can be a little difficult and it's usually busy, but I've never waited too long to order or get my food. You order at the front and find your own open seating, so you may end up sharing a table with other people, which is totally fine. The oxtail dumplings are really good and the eggs are always perfectly jammy. Love the ambiance too. I prefer sitting at the bar so I can easily order another drink, otherwise you have to get back up to order.

I haven't been in a while and went with some peeps yesterday…read moreThe food was tasty I was thinking the value was fine; might be better after a few $9 beers and then decide to stay for eats. :-) The $15 bento was about 2 ounces of pork belly, three potstickers, rice, and some salads (cucumber and kimchi) I got eaten up by mosquitos; I forgot that it was outdoors and therefore has the mosquito and fly concerns. I do think I need me some more kimchi today :-)

Located at the sky deck in Del Mar, I enjoyed restaurant week at the glass box on Sunday night for…read morethe five course for $55. I believe the restaurant week menu that they have posted is incorrect because it wasn't the one that I was handed in the restaurant. I started with the Kumamoto oysters. I then enjoyed the Yuzu harvest salad and the hand roll trio. For my entrée, I had the 12 hour braised short rib with roasted carrots and potato puree. My dessert was the sesame Panna cotta. I couldn't resist trying one of the Matchatini, this was the only thing I didn't enjoy. It was much too sour. They either went a little bit heavy on lemon or whatever sweet was in there. My service was great, I wish I had kept my receipt so I can remember the server's name. I arrived around 6:30 PM and there was only a couple tables by the time I was done eating the restaurant was completely seated, so I recommend enjoying earlier. They have a huge selection of sushi and dinner plates. I would recommend this place to anyone.

This place is inside SkyDeck, which is an indoor elevated restaurant collective that has several…read morerestaurants in an open concept space. We were seated at UnderStory, a bar that's in the middle of it all and you're able to order from the surrounding restaurants. It's an interesting concept because you can order from your phone and the server from under story will serve it to you. We had four different types of sushi rolls, which were all tasty.

I've been to Khan's Cave several times, and they've been consistently good. The food is always…read morefresh, hot, and flavorful, and the menu has plenty of choices. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by friendly hosts, and the service is always fast and attentive. I especially appreciate the quick service because I often come here during my lunch hour and don't have a lot of time to spare. The restaurant has fun themed décor, plenty of seating, and a comfortable atmosphere. Their lunch prices are very reasonable, and the portions are generous. Overall, Khan's Cave has become a reliable spot for me when I want a good meal and great service without a long wait.

We decided to try this place, but unfortunately, it was very disappointing. I was craving curry,…read morebut it was extremely watered down and runny, with mostly chicken and very little vegetables. For $16, I've had much better portions elsewhere. The $10.50 garlic naan appetizer was also disappointing--basically one piece of naan with a salad underneath. I didn't want a salad. The shrimp were also not panko as expected. I understand prices are higher these days, but the food, portions were not worth it. I won't be back.

The best Chinese food in ALL of Ensenada. For some reason there are tons of Chinese restaurants,…read morebut they literally taste like mall food court food. Not here, it reminds me of an L.A. Chinatown restaurant, authentic and taste amazing. Obviously the prices are a little high, but there is nothing else in the city that compares. So definitely worth it!! Sadly it's only open a few days out of the week

MUST TRY Chinese Food in Ensenada Hours:…read more Thursday - Sunday 1:00pm-9:00pm Closed Monday-Wednesday Great place to come and eat real Chinese food. Take a look at my photos of fresh made food and wonderful taste. The service is amazing and the owner is there to help you with any questions. Wonderful place to eat and enjoy good food.