My boyfriend and I were staying at the hotel across from Yuzu when we decided to go. Sushi and…read moresashimi selection or great. Our waiter had amazing service. Not long way times and open very open and bright but not too bright. The lychee martini is so DIE FOR!!

Stopped here for a quick lunch-…read more *oyster half shell 8/10 *uni hotate yuzu 7/10 *bluefin toro tartare 9/10 The restaurant was pretty clean. Service was good. Food was great.

This place is SO good. I love how everything is tapas-style so everyone at the table can try a…read morelittle bit of everything! The staff is so attentive and nice, and the interior is super cute and fun :) Especially loved the salmon skin salad and the spicy tuna on crispy rice. The crispy rice was soft with a good crunch somehow, super good! The wait can get really long, so just be mindful of that when you're coming on a Friday or a weekend. Otherwise, great spot!!

One of my favorite sushi restaurants in Orange County! The sushi is so fresh and affordable. I have…read morebeen here multiple times and def recommend it to people to try. My personal favorites here are the salmon and/or yellowtail collar. It is the perfect crispy on the outside and soft and juicy on the inside. Must get. They give you not just the collar, but a piece of the fish too. I also really like their poke salad. Huge portion, and ample amount of fish. You can't go wrong with their nigiri pieces. I've tried most of their nigiri pieces with different fish, and it doesn't disappoint. My husband really likes their beef dish and the chicken teriyaki dish too! This place is def worth it and I hope they don't change their quality or pricing! The restaurant can get really busy! But so thankful they have Yelp waitlist. It is busy, but service is good. Restaurant can be a little bit loud inside because of the music.

Updating my review and realizing that it's been 12 years since I first started coming here... and…read moreit still remains one of my tried and true omakase experiences in the area. Nothing fancy and no gimmicks, yet their nigiri is consistently fresh and the appetizers are always surprising and beautifully presented. But what goes beyond the food is the service - the fact that they always remember who we are when we call to make a reservation, that they know which sushi chef is our favorite (Makoto! Of course!) and make sure we are served by him, that they know our sake preferences from our last visit even if it's been a year since we've dined here, that they'll make notes on seasonal ingredients you want to try and make sure to contact you when those ingredients are available... all of these small things really matter and make us as customers feel so appreciated. I will never stop singing high praises for San Shi Go. Coming here feels relaxed and comforting. It's my husband's and my favorite spot for a date night, hands down.

We were able to get seated immediately without a reservation, which was nice, although it was a…read moreThursday night and not particularly busy. Place is small and now they have small outdoor seating which is kind of nice. I ordered the crispy rice with spicy tuna, and it was just OK, nothing really special or memorable. I also ordered the salmon skin hand roll, which was disappointing. The salmon skin wasn't crispy at all, and there was quite a bit of salmon meat still attached to the skin. I personally prefer a salmon skin hand roll to actually be mostly crispy skin. On top of that, it was extremely salty. My husband started with the soft shell crab roll, and honestly, it was terrible and completely inedible. We actually had to send it back, and my husband NEVER sends food back. The soft shell crab was cold and tasted like it had been cooked much earlier, possibly even the day before. It had that unpleasant taste of old or overused frying oil and was just awful. There was also way too much imitation "crab" meat in the roll compared to the actual soft shell crab, which, after tasting the soft shell crab, may have been for the best. He also ordered the special sushi platter. That was OK, and the fish did seem fresh, but we found the cuts of fish to be rather small and thin. Overall, this was such a disappointing experience, especially because we've been here several times before. We came back because we had enjoyed it in the past.

Surprisingly, it had been a few weeks since i last visited chobop in Costa Mesa. And a few days…read moreago, some friends treated me for my BD. It is my favorite all you can eat Sushi restaurant. There is lots of parking out front. The dining room is large They have tons of options from appetizers to rolls to sashimi and much more. They even include ice cream in 2 flavors. Matcha and vanilla. The Matcha is so good. I had given them a detailed review the last time i was there. So, please check that out for more info. The fish still tastes just as fresh. Their price seems to be lower than most other all you can eat sushi restaurants. They give you 90min time limit and the service is excellent. It was a good time. Great for groups. I highly recommend Chobop in Costa Mesa.

I've been seeing so many great reviews about this place on TikTok and Yelp, but honestly I don't…read moreunderstand the hype. We came around 4pm on a Sunday and the restaurant was mostly empty. The restaurant was very spacious and clean. First red flag was that they didn't have miso soup... what kind of sushi restaurant doesn't have miso soup lol. For the first round, we were limited to 10 pieces per person and the service was extremely slow with long waits between rounds. We even had one order of uni come out as literally just rice and seaweed with no uni?? And this was when they weren't even busy. The rolls were terrible, loosely rolled, drowned in sauce, and lacking flavor. The nigiri was the only thing that saved the meal. The fish-to-rice ratio was good but the fish itself was mediocre. They advertise bluefin tuna toro but what we got was more like negitoro rather than an actual piece of toro nigiri. The salmon belly also seemed exactly like the regular salmon with no noticeable difference. Service definitely needs improvement too. Whenever we needed something, the staff were nowhere to be found or cleaning instead of checking on tables. For the price, I expected a lot better in both food and service. With so many AYCE sushi options at a similar price point, I'd rather go somewhere else next time.

I booked this spot for a large team appreciation dinner and it was great! The restaurant was very…read morecommunicative prior to the event, gave me options and we had a great experience. There is a lot underneath the spot with free parking with validation. The ambiance of the restaurant is just GORGEOUS, sitting right on the ocean and marina. Very serene and beautiful. The bathrooms were clean and very nice. The bar was also very inviting and beautiful. Our server Michele was excellent! The entire staff assisted in filling water, and running food and drinks and were all exceptional. Michele greeted us immediately, was attentive from start to finish and helped us order the appropriate amount of appetizers for the group. The food was a 10/10. We ordered several appetizers but really loved the ahi avocado egg rolls, the crab cakes and all of the sushi starters. Dinner was phenomenal! I got the sea bass and several others ordered the pork chop and skirt steak. The food was amazing! Huge portions, amazing flavors and just over the top delicious! I can't wait to go back and try everything else on the menu that I may have missed! We ordered several desserts and espressos and the desserts were one of the many stars of the night! The brownie was fab and I was very impressed with the bananas foster. But DO NOT SLEEP on the carrot cake!! This should win awards! Even if you are full, order one to go! (You're welcome!) Please check this place out; I can't wait to go back!

We went for a large work party and were seated right away. First I will say the service was the…read morestandout here, all the humans we engaged with , were super kind and supportive. I have an allergy so I always have to navigate food carefully-they took such wonderful care of me, and made it so easy to feel comfortable. The view was great, I sat close to the water and enjoyed a bit of a breeze and a great view of the boats coming and going. The only issue we had, was getting cell service to call ubers for our large group after dinner lol. Over all great experience.

Took me this long to finally try Bear Flag, and it did not disappoint!…read more Got a 1/2 pound of salmon poke and 1/2 pound of ahi tuna poke., and they each came with a side of tortilla chips! The salmon was buttery and soft, while the tuna was flavorful. Honestly don't know which one I liked more, they were both delicious. 'Bear Flag Taco': this tasted really fresh and light, felt like I could have multiple! 'Pineapple Margarita': I believe this was their special drink of the day, and it was only around $12! Personally thought it was strong, so it's such a good deal! Verdict: i didn't have high expectations, but everything I tried was actually really yummy!

One of the Worst First Impressions I've Had at a Restaurant…read more I recently moved to Newport Beach and came across Bear Flag Fish Co. while shopping. It was my first time there, and unfortunately, it will probably be my last. I ordered a sushi lobster roll that was around $35. The menu did not clearly disclose the ingredients, and nobody explained to me what was included in the roll. When it arrived, it was covered in a very heavy amount of mayonnaise and other sauces mixed together. Because I have allergies to certain ingredients, I politely asked the waiter if they could take it back and prepare one without the sauces. The waiter was actually very polite and handled the request professionally. I had no issue with him whatsoever. Then JUAN, THE MANAGER, came over. Instead of trying to understand the situation or simply resolving the issue, he questioned why I would return an expensive item after it had already been prepared. I explained very clearly that the ingredients had not been disclosed to me and that I had an allergy, which was the reason I needed it prepared differently. His response was extremely unprofessional. Rather than showing concern about a customer's allergy or acknowledging that the ingredients could have been explained more clearly, he basically told me that the issue with the ingredients was not his business. Seriously? A customer comes into your restaurant for the first time, spends money on a $35 roll, explains that they have a food allergy, and this is how the manager chooses to handle the situation? Mistakes happen. Restaurants get orders wrong. That isn't what bothered me. The way management treated me after I politely explained the problem is what bothered me. For a restaurant charging premium prices, I expect premium-level customer service and professionalism. Instead, I left feeling like my concerns were an inconvenience. JUAN, as the manager, should understand that customer service is part of his job. If a customer has an allergy concern, the appropriate response should be to listen, clarify the ingredients, and find a reasonable solution--not argue with the customer about the cost of the food. The waiter was courteous and tried to help, so I want to give him credit for that. Unfortunately, the manager's behavior completely overshadowed the rest of the experience. First impression: extremely disappointing. If you're going to charge around $35 for a roll, customers should be able to expect clear communication about what's in their food and professional treatment when they raise a legitimate allergy concern. I came in as a new customer who was simply looking for a good place to eat in my new neighborhood. Instead, I walked away wondering how a restaurant with these prices can have management that handles customers this way.

I came to Sushi Roku with my girlies and we looooved our experience. The gal at the front was so…read morewelcoming and sweet. Our waiter Nicolas was really great too! He was super kind, helpful with recommendations, and accommodating when a part of our order didn't make it to the table. I ordered a roll with tempura shrimp inside and substituted tuna on top for salmon and boyyyyyy was it good! I could have eaten 3 of those rolls! My friends got sushi and loved them. We got the garlic green beans and they were also tasty! Only complaint was one of the sushi that my friends had still had the skin on it and it was super tough and hard. Other than that, everything was sooooo fresh and amazing!! The restaurant is so nice. It's beautifully decorated, very clean, and has a lot of seating. It's at Fashion Island so there is plenty of parking! We will absolutely be back :)

I definitely would not recommend responding to the survey they send after your visit. After I…read moresubmitted a negative review due to both of getting sick after eating their food, the manager called to ask how we were doing. However, it did not feel like he genuinely cared about our response. Instead, he immediately defended the restaurant, said they had checked everything, and implied that we were the problem. His only solution was to invite us back to the same restaurant where we became sick in the first place. When I politely declined, he abruptly ended the call and hung up. It was extremely disappointing and unprofessional. The servers and hostess were excellent, but great service cannot make up for poor food quality and management that dismisses a customer's legitimate concerns.

This place is by far the best sushi I've been too. It's a true sushi spot known for such fresh…read morenigiri and sashimi. It's reasonably priced and hits consistently every single time. I'm surprised how underrated this location is.

Been here and other locations many many times! Every location has the vibes Cute, clean and…read moreJapanese feel. Most of the locations offer seating at the bar, tables, or booths. With some in LA area offer outside seatings. They even offer seating in the waiting area. (TRUST ME you will have to wait for greatness!) Staff are super friendly and helpful. They are very attentive and answer questions. The sushi is ALWAYS delicious. The rice is perfectly cooked and served lukewarm not cold like other sushi place. Everything is perfectly prepared. Trust me combo start at $32. With a serving of edamame, tuna sashimi (oh my gosh-DELICIOUS), 6 pieces of sushi and 2 handrolls! My favorite is Nozawa Trust me ($40) - so much food. So do yourself a favor and make the drive to any of the locations and have yourself some deliciousness! TRUST ME you will thanks me for it. Pro-Tips: come early or be ready to wait. But TRUST ME it's worth the wait.

Solid Happy Hour, Very Satisfied…read more Came in around 3:30 on a Friday for their 3-6PM happy hour. Totally recommend getting a reservation the night before, we were sat immediately and the table was even set early! With how few tables there are and it being a Friday, I thought it would be packed, but it was very chill! It didn't feel too busy and our server was super attentive. Food and drinks came out in a timely manner too! Boy were we happy with the drinks and food offered at their happy hour. Their $18 cocktails were marked down to $12, and we ordered the Cantaloupe Martini, the Wild Lychee Martini, and the Zero Proof Wild Lychee Martini. The standout was the Cantaloupe Martini-nice and sweet with Cantaloupe Juice. Drinks were strong too and gave us a good buzz during our meal. As for food, I can speak mainly on the Banh Mi Beef Sliders ($15). Amazing deal for the amount of food! I was stuffed, and the pickled vegetables paired with the sweet hawaiian rolls and beef was super yummy. Overall, I could see this place becoming a routine for me as an OC local. The parking lot was so easy to park in, and it's next door to a frozen yogurt place, which was the best dessert to pair with happy hour!

First of all, can I just say I am so happy we don't have to drive all the way to Laguna Beach to…read moreenjoy Starfish? We had a fantastic experience at Starfish Newport Beach! The vibe is inviting, the service is prompt and friendly (shout out to Serenity), and every.single.dish we ordered was on point. Reservations are definitely required as the dining area is quite small right now, but they're set to expand and occupy the space next door soon! We came last Wednesday around 4 pm and there was a 20 min wait. We truly enjoyed their daily Happy Hour--the Zero Proof Butterfly Samba, Korean Tacos (3), perfectly fried, lightly-breaded and tender Calamari, and Wok Fired Mussels served with Coconut Rice were all phenomenal. We also ordered a half rack of Cantonese Coastal Dry-rubbed Ribs, sooo good! Oh and save room for dessert because the Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding a la mode is quite delish.

Been here a few times, Buddha's Favorite never disappoints. A good friend of mine treated me to a…read morebelated birthday lunch and this is the place I picked as I haven't been here in a while. Nicole (owner) was friendly and helpful when I reached out to her via email for a lunch resy on 7/11. You have to start with the Salmon Candy--crab wrapped in fresh salmon topped with avocado... completely addicting! The Weekend Lunch Bento Box was also packed with so much deliciousness (the crispy rice and tempura were highlights!). Super fresh fish and a beautiful relaxed vibe right by the water. 10/10!

Was seated right away. Which was exciting. Bummer, that we got set next to a window outside on a…read morelittle table. The space was crammed with none stop foot traffic that became a huge interruption and distraction. We had been bumped a few times by other guests and staff. We tried to tough it out, but when the food arrived, we realized this wasn't going to work. Our appetizers, the soft shell crab was great. Oysters were good. All the rolls we ordered, we took one bite of and sent back due to taste, texture being off (slimy) or it not being our order. Being next to the water is nice, but that's really what you're paying for when you come here. UPDATE: I'm disappointed by the owner's response, as it seems to misrepresent the concerns in my review. To clarify, I was not "bummed" to be seated outside or upset about having a view of the bay. The issue was the specific placement of our small table in a very congested walkway, where both guests and staff repeatedly bumped into us while we were trying to eat. I also never stated that the fish was not fresh. I described our actual experience with the rolls we were served: the taste and texture were unpleasant to us, one roll was not what we ordered, and we chose to send them back. I actually specifically mentioned that the soft-shell crab was great and the oysters were good. I understand that the restaurant is small, but telling a disappointed customer that they would have known that "if [they] looked around" feels unnecessarily dismissive. My original review was simply an account of our experience, including both the things we enjoyed and the things we did not. Unfortunately, the response from ownership only reinforced my disappointment.