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    Kaigen

    4.3 (545 reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Sashimi Omakase
    London S.

    At first I was gonna dock for slow service on a not so busy Thursday night but after how good the food was, I can say I was just hangry and tired the restaurant is very clean and a traditional feel with all wood touches. I highly recommend the sashimi omakase. As someone who loves toro, salmon, and yellowtail, I have to say those weren't even my favorites of the omakase. I was surprised by the seared/cooked sashimi the most, which had great smoky aftertaste. Everything really was on point in terms of texture/mouthfeel, flavor, and aftertaste. Found a new go to spot

    Sooo cheap!
    Trey T.

    This place is an absolute steal. Ordered the nigiri omagasi w a 720ml saki and beer, couldn't believe my eyes when the bill came out. Hidden gem.

    Mixed tempura
    Elisa P.

    We got a meal here on a Saturday night around 6:30pm and found parking easily. The restaurant wasn't crowded and we were warmly welcomed in and quickly seated at a table. There is the option to sit at the sushi bar or a table or a booth. We ordered the omakase with a yellowtail hand roll and mixed tempura as an appetizer. The sushi quality was great and the mixed tempura was perfectly fried. My only complaint is that they go very heavy on the wasabi - so when eating some of the nigiri I wasn't able to taste the flavor of the fish over the wasabi. Im hoping it was an off night because I would love to come back and try again!

    Sanny C.

    Nice little sushi restaurant. I wanted to try a simple omakase and Kaigen delivered. We ordered the $45 omakase. It came with 9 pieces of sushi and a roll. It also came with salad and miso soup. Each piece was fresh. Presentation was nice. We also ordered the sashimi lunch combo. It came with 3 different types of fishes. It also included soup and choice of rice or salad. I liked the miso soup here. It had a good amount of tofu and it wasn't so salty. The male staff that assisted us was nice and friendly. We came before it opened so we got seated. It got busy later on. So it was a good choice to go early. The menu was pretty extensive. Lots of items. Prices were decent. I don't think I will go outta my way for this place, but if someone I know wanna go, I don't mind.

    Comes with the sashimi omakase
    Cynthia M.

    Gem of a place. We got the omakase sashimi and it was a beautiful presentation. Such a great deal for what you get. The service was very attentive. The ambience is pretty spacious for a sushi joint. They have a great selection of beer and food. We added a couple of other dishes that were a little on the pricier side but still great and tasty. We did the crab roll and the albacore carpaccio.

    Minnie L.

    9 pcs sushi omakase now $45, came with miso soup & salad to start. Would still recommend in 2026!

    Olivia Y.

    I kinda didnt want to leave a review cuz i want to gatekeep this place.. Enjoyed their omakase and service. The chef was generous to include belt fish i never tried as sashimi in our set. No single piece was fishy. Not a big fan of salmon and tuna, but their cherry salmon and bluefin tuna was good surprise! Sea bass, sea bream and black cod were delicious. Scallop very fresh. Quite a bit of unique items on their special fish menu!

    Vu N.

    Kaiden is truly a hidden gem for sushi in orange. I think they get over shadowed by the other joints. But this place is not only so good. But the price is amazing. Omakase 45. 9 pieces. Plus hand roll. What a deal. High quality fish. Ray was amazing. They also have a sashimi omakase 20 pieces. My fav. Scallops. Cherry salmon Halibut Spanish mackerel Blue fin Black cod

    Lucy H.

    Came for sister's bday for the sushi omakase. My fave part it of meal was the toro and the cooked cod sushi at the end! It was good! Very reasonably priced. The set came with a salad and miso soup to start. Was able to call the morning of to get a reservation at the bar. Service was good. Ambiance was casual and relaxed. We were able to sit for awhile and chat without feeling rushed. Servers were warm and friendly! Thank you Kaigen!

    Michelle G.

    I'm so glad we found this hidden gem! From the moment you walk in, the warm glow of the lantern and cozy atmosphere makes you feel like you've stepped into a little slice of Japan. The inside is lively but still comfortable, with a traditional sushi bar where the chefs prepare everything fresh right in front of you. We ordered a variety of dishes, and everything exceeded expectations: * The miso soup and salad were the perfect start--simple but flavorful, with that carrot and ginger dressing I love. * The tempura was light, crispy, and not greasy at all--absolutely delicious with the dipping sauce. * The steamed mussels were fresh, tender, and full of umami flavor, perfect with a bowl of rice. * The sushi rolls were generous in portion and beautifully balanced with fresh ingredients. * The Omakase was the highlight--every piece melted in the mouth, and the seafood quality was outstanding. Unfortunately, the service left a bad impression. We originally reserved for 7:00 pm but called ahead to move it to 8:30 pm. When we arrived, we were told we'd need to leave by 9:30 pm regardless. At the end of our meal, we asked to split the check four ways, and the server remarked that he "would have stayed all night" if we did that. It was disappointing, especially after such an excellent meal. Overall, I'm glad we tried this spot for the food, but I wouldn't return because of the service.

    Crunchy spicy tuna
    Minh V.

    I came here on a weekday night to get some sushi with the husband. I read on the reviews that this place gets busy, but we came five minutes before they open for dinner and got seated right away. The person who served us was super nice very attentive. And I guess since we got there before opening, everything was super clean! We ordered their sashimi roll, salmon collar and crunchy spicy tuna with a side of fresh wasabi. I love their sashimi roll! It tasted so fresh with low carbs. Their salmon collar was super juicy. It was easily my favorite dish. I could have done without the crunchy spicy tuna because the rice was too crunchy. It was dry. Overall, I would come back again try other dishes. The place wasn't expensive.

    Soup and salad
    Katie B.

    First time here today. The sushi bar was full so we sat at the regular table. We ordered the sushi omakase which is 9 pieces. It consisted of soup, salad and nigiri and one hand roll. I usually don't like getting omakase unless it's at the bar bc as expected, the temperature of the nigiri was off. Both the rice and the fish was a little too cool/cold for my liking. And granted $40 for omakase is a steal! But the pieces were on the smaller side. Salad was drenched in dressing so it was overpowering. Our waitress was friendly and efficient. Would come back again but sit at the bar.

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    Crystal L.

    What a hidden gem for omakase. Especially if you aren't looking for an extremely fancy/well-priced option. No way, and great service. Our water was always full and the Omakase chef was really welcoming. They have $42 omakase with 9 high quality fish, 1 handroll, & complimentary edamame, soup, salad & cucumbers . No complaints about the fish, I love how minimal the additional seasonings are, no heavy sauces like mayo or whatnot on the fish. Just pinches of salt or topped with seasoning. Additional notes: 1. I will say the wasabi on the hand roll was really strong, it made me and my partner have wasabi burn. 2. We ordered tempera on top of the omakase. I really like the way they fried the items. However, there is a lot of fried zucchini, which I'm not a huge fan of because of how the texture is soggy inside I would have loved if there was more diversity like pumpkin or sweet potato instead. Omakase: blue fin tuna amberjack sea bream scallop cherry salmon sea bass shiokko black cod choice of bluefin or yellowtail handroll

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    Ask the Community - Kaigen

    Is Omakase everyday, any hour? Or are there specific times/days?

    Yes any time any day. Great deal and really good. Had it at least 4 times. Enjoy

    Can they accommodate for a gluten allergy?

    How can I make reservations?

    Call (714) 974-7723 during their business hours.

    How do we make a reservation? I tried calling multiple times but no one is picking up.

    I tried calling too but sometimes they are very short staffed in terms of hosts. Walk in is your best bet, they are not too busy at lunch when I went.

    Is this place Japanese owned? Korean or Chinese owned?

    Korean!

    Do you take reservation?

    They do on the website, but sometimes, their phone line goes unanswered.

    Can you accommodate for a gluten allergy?

    Anybody know if they're open for takeout or closed for good?

    They are open again.

    Are you taking order by phone for take out?

    Hi there yes they are

    Is this a Korean owned sushi restaurant?

    Yes this is Korean owner. However I've been here about 40+ times during last year & a half - this place is a hole in the wall AND by far the best omakase sushi I have had for $35.… 

    Do you have a Lunch Menu?

    yes

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    4.2(2.9k reviews)
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    I originally reviewed Ohshima about 10 years ago after a disappointing experience, and I honestly…read morenever expected I would come back and completely change my opinion. I'm so glad I gave it another try. We returned last night and sat at the sushi bar for the omakase, and the entire experience was excellent. The service was warm, attentive, and welcoming, and the omakase was fantastic from beginning to end. Each piece was beautifully presented and thoughtfully prepared, with a great variety of fish, textures, and toppings. The fish tasted incredibly fresh, and several of the pieces were absolutely beautiful, especially the richer tuna and toro pieces and the delicate white fish. I also really enjoyed the traditional style of the experience. At the sushi bar, the first 10 pieces are chef's choice, and the focus is very much on the fish rather than elaborate American-style rolls. The progression of the omakase felt intentional, and it was fun seeing what would come next. Most importantly, the quality and service were completely different from the experience I wrote about all those years ago. It's only fair to update a review when a restaurant deserves it, and Ohshima absolutely did on this visit. We had a wonderful dinner and I would happily return. This was a complete turnaround for me and easily a five-star experience.

    I used to loveeee going to ohshima and their wait used to be hours with lines out the door. When I…read moresaw there were plenty of yelp ressies at every 15 increment possible, I was so excited but I should have figured it was too good to be true. Amuse bouche was absolutely terrible...cold, foul tasting overcooked bits of fish. $124 for 13 pc omakase (except looking at the photo, we only got 12 pc of nigiri, so I'm not sure if we were given/charged for 12 or did pay for 13 pc but only got 12 pc)...either way, it was definitely not worth $10 for each piece of nigiri. Sushi chef only said what each item was as he would put it on our plates, but did not mention where it's from, its source, or even make convos despite us being 1 of 2 parties there (4 ppl total). It wasn't busy and I can see why... Uni pasta was bland and lacked flavor but was a good size for $28. The green tea flan was grainy and overcooked where the bottom had a bread texture...$10 is a reasonable price but quality was poor. $3 hot green tea was fine. For 2 orders of 13 pc omakase, 1 hot green tea, 1 uni pasta, and 1 green tea flan, the damage ended up being just under $400 after tax and tip. Definitely overpriced for zero convos with chef nor waitress really other than to ask if we wanted to add anything else. Unfortunately, what used to be ohshima is no longer there and this restaurant that's in its place is not one I'd probably ever return to.

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    4.6(351 reviews)
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    Absolutely loved our experience at Daoni Sushi! Everything…read morewas fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. You can really tell that a lot of care goes into every dish. The sushi was delicious, the service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was clean, comfortable, and welcoming. It's definitely one of those places you visit and immediately know you'll be coming back. Whether you're looking for a great dinner with family and friends or a nice place for a special occasion, Daoni Sushi is a fantastic choice. Highly recommend it! We'll definitely be back!

    Went here for my wife's birthday lunch as sushi is her all time favorite and we love trying…read moredifferent omakase sets when an occasion presents itself. I made reservations so we could get the premium set. It was our first time, so not sure what to expect. The reservation for seating wasn't needed as the tables were mostly empty but the reservation was needed to make sure the omakase was available. There was no sushi bar seating, so the omakase came out all at once instead of a piece by piece experience. That's fine. Oddly though, the waiter did not explain which fish each piece was, but the sushi chef James told us at the end of the meal that the waiter was new and Chef James then explained the fish himself. Weird backwards experience but every one was kind and well-meaning. The quality of the fish in the nigiri was exceptional. Some of the best I've had in the area considering how close it is located to competitors like Ooshima and Kaigen etc. The fish all came dressed, which was to be expected. It was all pretty delicious except it was all just a little bit sweet for my taste.. I prefer more savory, salty, or lemony. That being said, the quality made up for the preference in taste which could easily be remedied with some soy sauce, ponzu, lemon, etc. The bite of Wagyu nigiri was genuinely the best wagyu I've ever had. We also tried the mussels and agedashi tofu for hot appetizers. Would 100% recommend either dish. Overall, happy with the experience as wifey was a happy birthday girl. We did not have room to try any regular rolls so I cannot comment on that. The one negative thing I will say is to absolutely skip the handrolls - any of them. The machine compacted rice made a roll that should be delicate feel mishandled and ruined the texture/experience of that roll. That being said, will definitely be coming back again for some more of the best quality nigiri in the area.

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