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Sushi Oaks

4.2 (313 reviews)
ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
Closed • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Let me start by saying if I could give this place 1000 stars I would. I've eaten sushi all over the San Fernando Valley, Ventura County, Hawaii, and plenty of other places around the world -- and Sushi Oaks has the absolute best fish I've ever had in my life. Hands down. The quality is lights-out, the creativity is on another level, and they're incredibly consistent. Leo is the best, and the owner, Jeff, is a sweet, amazing, hands-on family owner who really makes the place special. It's not just the fish either -- the service is outstanding. This is a warm, family-friendly, family-owned restaurant that feels genuine every single time. I genuinely believe Sushi Oaks is the best sushi restaurant in Southern California. Skip the hyped-up, high-end places. I'll keep coming back here over any of them, time and time again. Everyone needs to know about this spot. I love this place and if anybody has the Luxury of coming here they will be blessed. I dare anyone to prove me wrong.

Garlic oysters
Michelle S.

This place is great! Hidden gem. It's extremely clean and the setting is straight forward, making the sushi the focus with no tricks or distractions. The fish was FRESH, no need for insane sauces and dips because the fish is perfect and the chef knows this. Tony (the chef) is well educated and knows what he's doing when it comes to proper sushi preparation. Everything was excellent from the garlic oysters, tempura, Spanish mackerel, Japanese scallops, Santa Barbara Uni, toro, and more. Did I mention that Tony is the NICEST guy and the owner, Jeff, is very warm & kind as well? That just seals the deal, if you ask me. No pomp and circumstance here, just great sushi and no gimmicks.

Yellow Tail, Salmon, Toro, Blue Fin, Sapporo

This is my favorite Sushi Spot. Sushi Oaks is so consistent, considering the inconsistent nature of raw fish. Prices are in line with standard Sushi restaurants but the quality here is the absolute best in the area. I mostly stick to Nigiri so if that's your thing too, this is the spot. The slight exception my wife and I make to that rule is getting the Garlic Albacore cut roll, give it a try! This is also our favorite place for Miso soup.

Special Yellow Tail roll
Ana M.

Love this place. The best sushi in Newbury Park. The fish is fresh and the staff is friendly. Leo is the best and the Raul is the best sushi chef. Good for families or for a casual date night.

Oyster shooter
Kayla Z.

Great location right off orchard in the shopping center. We came in and it wasn't busy and then 15 minutes later it was completely full! Great fish so fresh! Everything was great! The albacore sashimi had alittle too much sauce for me but it was still great!

Absolutely amazing. The best sushi I have ever had. Tony was spectacular. I've been to a lot of sushi places and sushi oaks is hands down the best.

Carolyn G.

Always amazing we got to meet the new manager today. He was very friendly going around talking to people.. food amazing is amazing!!!

Negi toro, okura and uni
Lika T.

Came in an hour before they opened was empty so got seated right away. The restaurant looks big but there's a little bit seating here and there but they do take out as well! There is also plenty parking in front of the store as well. There was a lot of special going on. Got some oysters from the specials then some sushi! The service was very fast and everyone was very friendly. The oyster was so delicious and the sushi tasted amazing! The taste of the sushi is way better than back home. Enjoyed everything! I'm surprised how the uni sushi was about $8/$9 and it came with a lot of uni and it tasted great! I would highly recommend this place if you're in the area! It does get super busy around late dinner time! By the time we got our sushi it was getting super busy but the wait wasnt that long since everything came out very fast! You'll probably wait 10-15mins max if it's a full house.

Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna!
Jody Sunny O.

We had the best Valentine's Day dinner tonight! Our names were waiting for us at the sushi bar when we walked in, so nice they take reservations for the sushi bar now! What a nice change! They treat us like family with so much welcoming warmth & love. The food was amazing, everything so fresh and in abundance not running out of anything. The service was on point! The new owner Jeff is doing such wonderful things there... I see so many great changes. You still see the old familiar faces like the wait staff & behind the sushi bar like my all-time favorite sushi king RAUL, and Tony... Joel is also making sushi rolls now and doing so good! I can't tell you how much I love this place and the new faces... like seeing sweet Eleanor, Jeff's daughter greeting guests tonight as you walked In. The vibe is totally different. It's upbeat and welcoming. I look forward to going to dinner there every single time! Thanks Sushi Oaks for making us feel special. Like family see you soon

To Go Spread
Jennifer H.

I've tried Sushi Oaks three times at this point, but I really don't think the food justifies the price. There is usually a wait on Friday nights and weekends, so I have ordered the food to-go multiple times. The workers are always super nice, and I have yet to run into mistake in my order. However, the cuts of fish are really thin for some of the items, such as the salmon sashimi and Japanese scallop nigiri, to the point where the price just doesn't feel worth it. The quality of the fish is probably better than most sushi places in the area, but it's nothing super spectacular. The first time I tried the Lime Zest Halibut, I really enjoyed it, but the second time I tried it, the lime zest was a lot less aromatic. I've also tried a couple rolls with garlic soy sauce, but the garlic soy is extremely salty and drowns out the flavor of the fish. Overall, I would probably pass next time.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the fresh, high-quality fish, friendly and attentive staff, and a welcoming atmosphere. Creative rolls are also appreciated.

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The fishes are always so fresh and their rolls are amazing. My favorites are the Spicy McGuire and the Zest Lime Halibut.

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Always so good! Everyone there is really nice and the fish tastes fresh every-time. I hope everyone in the area can try it at some point.

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New owner, same amazing food and service! I will continue to feed my self and loved ones at Sushi Oaks

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Sushi for pickup. Quality is always excellent. Friendly staff. McGwire roll is a must try.

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