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.

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.

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.

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.

Outstanding lunch on Wednesday, October 7. The restaurant was wide open and seating at the sushi…read morebar was a breeze. Chef David and his team were working hard making beautiful sushi orders for their customers. The service was good and staff attentive. I tried Toro, Sweet Shrimp with deep fried head, Ikura (Salmon Roe), Uni (Freshwater Eel), hand roll, and Japanese Red Snapper with a small Sapporo beer. The total was $122 with $22 tip. Lunch was not something to snivel at and became very expensive quickly. MP (Market Price) is a magic number not written anywhere. So as a cautionary tale, you should ask first and enjoy after evaluating if it's commensurate to what you're asking for. In my case, I was happy with the overall experience but I will probe before I order next time!

Really enjoyed our experience at Nana San! The fish was very fresh, and the service was friendly…read moreand welcoming. What I especially liked was the reasonable pricing--good quality without feeling overpriced. Definitely a nice spot for Japanese food, and I'd be happy to come back!

Sat at the bar and had an amazing experience with Steve! He went above and beyond taking care of us…read moreand made our experience truly memorable. We were recommended this place by friends so knew it would be great, but was really pleased with the quality of everything. Excited to come back!

Let me start by saying I'm very critical and don't pull punches when it comes to my dining…read moreexperiences and reviews of supposed fine establishments. From the moment I walked in, I was graciously greeted and felt very welcomed. The service was outstanding and everyone working there was attentive, respectful and very eager to help us navigate their extensive menu. Every dish from the plum halibut to the sea bass hot pot was delightful and delicious. And the rolls, OMG... highly recommend the Silver Lake and Toro if you're into high quality, fresh and thoughtfully prepared cuisine. Stop by if you're ever in the Irvine/OC area looking for a great experience, you won't be disappointed.

Delicious food we love it so much. Long wait but worth it. the price is reasonable too.read more

Takumi on a rainy day! Normally there's a wait, but we got lucky and were seated right away. The…read morerestaurant is really well decorated and has a great atmosphere - definitely a cute date spot! The rolls are served in sets of four pieces, which makes it easy to try a variety of different rolls. We had fun getting a few and sharing everything. The servers were also really nice and attentive throughout our meal. Pricing felt pretty comparable to other sushi spots I've been to. Overall, really enjoyed it and will definitely be back!

Food here is absolutely delish from here! We ordered a tons of food from multiple sushi rolls,…read morebento box, ramen, edamame etc! Service was friendly! Smelly homey ambiance. Not many places to sit , not fitting for large parties however worth a try when in the Newport area. We loved our food! Between the three of us we ordered so much we had leftovers

Portions are skimpy compared to other local competitors. Did not like the sauce at all on a spicy…read moreroll. Gyoza portion ridiculous for price. Flowers nice, but would rather have food. Third time ordering for convenience. We will bring our business elsewhere.

Nabayaki udon is very delicious. It comes with Enoki mushroom, fish cake, egg, and shrimp tempura…read more One of top udon in Orange County.

I love this place so much. It's my go-to restaurant when I'm in the area and even when I'm not in…read morethe area. The food is amazing, and the service is always great. I typically get the same thing every time, and it always hits! The only con I would say is the wait time, but that's a given because the place is very small and intimate. I would recommend that everyone plan ahead and add their name to the waitlist. Other than that, I love this place, and I hope to see it succeed even more in the future. The staff are always nice and welcoming. I come here once a week!

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.