It's a little restaurant but don't let that fool you!! They have BOMB RAMEN!!! I don't like ramen but decided to give it a try here and WOW!! Their beef ramen is delicious!! Love the vegetables in them. Also is a big serving for a LOW price!! Love the cashier she's always so sweet and attentive! Always come here to get their beef ramen it's delicious, I bet their other food options are delicious as well :) read more

This is my second time here and I once again got the Alaskan bowl. I really love the dressing that they put on the salmon, crab meat and salad. I actually really like that it comes with a bit of salad because it helps to counter the heaviness of the sauce. I ordered it with brown rice with was an extra eighty cents. I also got the shrimp tempura and gyoza side combo. The gyoza was deep fried and that surprised me. I had about a 30 minute drive before I got home and by that time, the gyoza and tempura were a little soft but the flavor was still very good. This is definitely a hole in the wall sort of restaurant that serves really great, fresh food. The food is not overpriced and is always well portioned. I really want to try their noodle soons the next time I come back. I've always tried their chicken teriyaki bowl (my boyfriend's favorite) and I really like the chicken here. It is very tender and the sauce is very tasty. They have a large variety of rolls as well, all which are very good. I was very surprised by how small this place is the first time I came here. It was empty then but it was packed today. The service was still fast, which I really appreciated. Great place for lunch! read more

I was a fan of this place when it was Minkane and run by a sweet Japanese lady. Her son took over and the place went downhill. I avoided eating here after he took over as the quality of food was horrible. However, I took a chance when it changed names (and ownership) and found the new owner to be nice and excited about his new venture. I tried a spicy chicken bowl which was cooked and seasoned well (with a good amount of heat!). My fiance ordered a spicy tun bowl that was equally good in flavor and heat. The daily happy hour deals are pretty good too. I'm glad that the new owner salvaged this place. The only thing I miss are the bento plates. *tear read more

Omg, I discovered this place by I guess u'd call it accidental. Some girls asked if I knew any sushi places near and I said no but a couple walked by so I asked them and when they told the ladies about here it sound so good I went there myself, lol immediately. Everything was very fresh and I loved the dynamite tempura shrimp. This is my go to spot from now on read more

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This place is delicious! I regret not coming sooner. I ordered the teriyaki chicken plate with brown rice and salad - so good! Everything from the salad dressing to the teriyaki sauce was very tasty. I was full but couldn't stop eating and I enjoyed every bite. We also ordered a California roll, Washington roll, tiger roll and a ninja roll which were also delicious. Chicken teriyaki plate + 4 rolls + 1 drink=$38.00 I gave them 4 stars instead of 5 because of how incredibly tiny the restaurant is. The counter is about 5 feet away from the door. To the right of the counter is the seating area which consists of 4-6 tables that are seriously cramped together. It was a perfect 80° afternoon so we enjoyed our meal outside but they only have 3 little circular tables outside that are big enough for only 1 plate. I'm not 100% sure but, I don't think I saw a restroom either. Would any of these factors prevent me from returning? NO! I'm definitely coming back - it's already one of my favorites :). read more

I used to get their lunch special, which is decently filling and pretty good considering the price. It's a little under $3 for assorted sushi: some nigiri, some rolls. I'd usually couple it with a bowl of miso which was pretty cheap and a good starter that I'd eat outside while waiting for the sushi to go. Speaking of eating on site, the place is really small, like the size of a typical master bedroom. There's a tiny seating area - maybe three tables, and about the same number of tables outside. If there are more than three people in line at the order counter than someone is standing outside. It's THAT small. Not a big dea; the place is really geared for to-go pickups. Nice place to grab some good lunch for about $8 read more

I ordered a shrimp tempura ramen and got instant "shin" ramen I could buy at the store for $1.00...I paid 9.99 for it. Definitely got my money back and I will never be returning and I advice you don't either. Service was horrible, once I complained I could hear them justifying it in the kitchen saying "Do we say we make the ramen fresh" as if they are trying to trick the costumer...DO NOT GO!!!! read more

I ordered some sushi rolls... One was a spicy tempura shrimp and the other was a baked spicy scallops roll. And they're gone now. Yup, I ate them that quickly. Didn't even have time to take a pic. Staff was sweet and attentive, and the wait for food was delightfully reasonable. My experience here was fantastic. Bombastic. Nom-nomtastic!!!!!! read more

I have found my new semi-local quick spot. My wife and I got: Short Ribs Chicken Teriyaki Plate Lobster Roll Tempura Roll I was shocked at the quality and speed of this place, considering that it was all made to order. We ordered online and by the time we got there it was ready for us. The flavor of all the food was consistently great, I couldn't stop talking about it and telling people at work (who don't even live in the area). The only downside for some will be the small dining room, which is all the same to us! Get takeout and go to a local park! read more

Sometimes I like to pop into little hole-in-the-wall joints because they can offer incredibly delicious food and casual in-and-out service Sadly, this was not the case. I ordered a bento box which was presented with the saddest two inch square of salmon and soggy tempura. I paid extra to get spicy tuna rolls in lieu of the California rolls but they weren't spicy,. Oddly enough they were sweet. I forget the name of the roll I ordered but it was not the one from the picture or decription and the udon was flavorless with a hodgepodge of veggies (who has ever had brocolli and carrot in udon?) Since this was a to-go order I could not send anything back. After the subpar meal we chucked the rest and made dinner at home. Fail. read more

Been coming here for the longest time with the same man cooking an wouldn't want anyone else making the sushi besides him. One the best sushi places in corona cause I've tried every read more

This place was renamed to Samurai Kitchen and I would imagine a different owner. The food is still very good, as usual. The variety is good as well, from rice dishes to sushi. It's a very small place but don't let it fool you. 100% Recommended read more

Food was good. Got a Chicken bowl with barely any chicken. Lolol Tons of rice but barely any chicken. And I order a sushi roll which was super small. Portions are small and it's way over priced. read more

Went there today to try some ramen ordered there chicken ramen lunch special. The sign just said chicken ramen when we received it the broth was red and extremely hot tasted like nothing but super spicy water. We told the lady there and all she said was sorry. They didn't offer to give our money back or nothing horrible the sign should say spicy chicken ramen I would have never got it if I would have known that. read more

Their rolls are really good. Pretty cheap. Pro Tastes good good service Cons the rolls are pretty small read more

Everything is horrible here, food and service. As an Asian, I don't believe this is Japanese food. The signature ramen tastes exactly like cup noodles. read more

Really yummy food at a very reasonable price! Everything we tried taste fresh and better than any pricier restaurant we've been too. Too bad it's so far from our home but if it wasn't I'd eat here regularly. read more

Best sushi in Corona. I love their Californian roll 10/10. The food is made really fast and it tastes really good. If you ever want to try this place don't miss the chance. read more

I love Samurai Kitchen! Their Cowboy bowls are definitely my favorite, and their sushi is really good as well. They have a wide sushi variety and the owner and stuff seem really nice and friendly. read more

super sweet owners ! always get a spider roll here and it's so good ! pricing is also very reasonable !

I keep coming back, but I'm not a big fan. Does that make any sense? It's really convenient and the food tastes good. I always get a chicken salad. I like that you can get a "healthy" lunch here because there aren't that many healthy options in Corona. My only complaint is the portion isn't very generous, and for a hole in the wall place like this, I was hoping you'd get more for what you paid for. They have specials at specific times and days throughout the week, and I think you can get a really good deal if you go then. They're usually limited to chicken bowls and rolls though, which I've tasted before and they're good too. Overall, it's a very good lunch option for this area. The ingredients are fresh, the food tastes good, and the cashier is always very friendly. read more

Hole in the wall type of place, prices are pretty cheap for a quick lunch. Had a chicken bowl with brown rice and Ca rolls combo for under $8.00 dollars. Water was free! read more

Samurai Kitchen - Chicken bowl & brown rice with ca rolls. - Japanese Near Me - Corona, California

Not sure if it was an off day. My first experience was that the sushi rolls were small, very little fish. The nigiri sushi also was a thin sliver of meat too. My co-workers agreed. I saw people across order a bowl, looked plentiful. I just won't do the sushi if I come back. read more

I tried the lobster roll. All I could taste was mayonnaise :/ Once I was able to scrape most of it off it was edible. The wasabi has no taste, it doesn't bring on the bite..at all. For the price I was able to deal with it, a dollar more and I would've given this place a 1/5. read more

cute very small simple and inexpensive Japanese Restaurant with some loving details. Excellent food. Fresh tasting sushi and the tempura veggies are cooked to perfection. great little find, will be back for more! read more

Awesome sushi, some of the best that I have found in the IE. Highly recommend. The teriyaki bowl is flavorful wish good rice and chicken. Brown rice available. Tempura Philadelphia creamy and crunchy. California roll was typical, though seems better. 4 rolls, 2 combos, 2 drinks for $45! Happy customer. Will be back. read more

I regret not making the drive to the usual spot off of Main. Ordered the Sumo Combo with 8pcs California roll and salmon teriyaki and it was such a let down. For $12 I would have thought you'll get a bigger piece of salmon or some "wow" after the first bite, but nada. Should have listened to the other review on the salmon plate (d'oh) Definitely won't be going back here for a bento box, maybe I'll consider trying the rolls they offer....a BIG maybe. read more

Samurai Kitchen - Sumo Combo w/salmon teriyaki - $12 for a tiny piece of salmon that can fit in my son's palm - Japanese Near Me - Corona, California

This is my go to fast and good sushi place. A great place for lunch, it's good sushi and cheap. It is nothing amazing but it definitely satisfies your sushi craving. I've been coming here for 3 years and never have been disappointed. They make the rolls fresh when ordered and you can tell. I would definitely recommend for a lunch date with coworkers or to satisfy that craving! read more

My favorite hole in the wall sushi restaurant! The place is tiny. There are only a few table for the dine in customers but you don't really come here for the ambience. It's more of a place to-go place or maybe to grab a quick bite on your lunch break. The food is good and priced fairly. The sushi tastes fresh and the portions are good, but I usually come for their beef udon. The parking is sorely lacking but then again outs not a place you hang out at. I wouldn't bring a hot date here but it's great for quell my sushi and udon craving. read more

Good: The sushi rolls were above average good. The guy at the counter was very friendly. Not so good: The chicken bowl was pretty generic. Both Yoshonoya and Flame Boiler have better chicken bowl. The one dollar sushi (nigiri sushi) while still edible, weren't very fresh. Well, duh! It's one dollar sushi. For a small hole in the wall restaurant, it's pricey. I would go back ONLY for the sushi rolls. Maybe try out their ramen. read more

I agree it is sushi but it's not the freshest I probably would not do it again and it's overpriced for what it is. Usually hole in the wall spots are pretty good. This could use a little help. read more

Generous portions, good prices, fast and friendly service. Would definitely recommend! My friends and I ordered the baked lobster, Washington, shrimp dynamite, and crunchy shrimp tempura rolls. read more

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This place is boooomb! A small hole-in-the-wall sushi place. I first tried it when my sister ordered some to-go and it was so good! I then came in person and tried the California Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, and Baked Salmon Roll. All three were super delicious. Even for a basic California roll, it was light and refreshing. Paid about $25 for all three and a side of Edamame. Perfect amount for two if you're not crazy hungry. Will definitely be back! :D read more

Good quality sushi at a good price. They have generous portions and a great selection. The cashier/waitress was very nice. I've tried the Washington, Baked Lobster, and Crunchy Shrimp Tempura Rolls. Everything was fresh and tasty. I would definitely come back and recommend this place to friends! read more

I drive by this place on my way home from work everyday and thought I'd give it a shot, after all I've been to every other sushi restaurant in corona already. I ordered to go, hot night and some tiger roll, I'm usually not too picky but this sushi was absolutely horrible. The tuna and shrimp tasted old and were covered in what was supposed to be spicy mayo but was definitely straight mayo with no siracha in it. I threw it away after a couple bites and wish I ate there so I could at least get my money back. Do yourself a favor and drive the extra mile to Sushi Kawa off Magnolia. read more

I have been here a few times and I can honestly say I like this spot. It's truly a hole in the wall joint, and unfortunately they don't have AC but I take my orders to go anyway. I was very hesitant to even stop but I kept running into people that have spoken highly about this place. I had to stop at 7/11 once and thought I would grab something to go, I had the Chicken bowl (which was darn good). The next couple of visits I had the Sushi and I must say, it was pretty good. Like I said it is a hole in the wall and not a fancy sushi restaurant by any means but if your looking for some quick to go sushi it was good! read more

Tired of Flame Broiler and Waba Grill? Samurai Kitchen is a locally owned place with all the option of those chains and many more! The bowls and sushi are delicious and reasonably priced. This is my go-to spot for lunch when I'm craving a quick filling meal. read more

I bought sushi from there today around 12 pm and about 30 minuts I started to have stomach ach and I started vomiting its disgusting food and I do not recommend it any one to eat there yuk read more

I don't know how this has bad reviews, cry me a river and float away in it. You're not going to receive gourmet paragon of excellence food from a humble hole in the wall such as this. You're going to receive hearty, delicious, traditional, and well made dishes. It is one man in the kitchen, being the owner, and the helper; I find that quite impressive given the demand and unrealistic expectations of their customer influx. I have yet to be disappointed -- I order the cowboy bowl with a side of sushi each time and relish in the wonderful myriad of taste. I also see people complaining about high prices. Allow me to textually describe how food establishments work in terms of them being able to purchase and subsequently provide you with the dish you ask for. They must first purchase the required ingredients to create any particular dish you order at a set price, and re-sell it in consumable form with a price affixed to it that would yield a profit in comparison to the initial bulk purchasing price. This is a man that has to make a living for his family, and does the work for himself. read more

I really love this place!!! I hate that their closed on Sunday's. But I think their sushi rolls are great and love the option of a sushi bowl!! read more